Since the inception of the Pokémon series, battling has been
one of its core elements—and Pokémon
UNITE puts it front and center. Now, the
game is introducing yet another classic feature—catching Pokémon—with new
limited-time Catch ‘Em battles. Until June 26, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. PDT, players
can participate in Catch ‘Em battles to catch and play as wild Pokémon.
In Catch ‘Em battles, catchable wild Pokémon will appear across
the map at different times. Look for Electrode, Tauros, Ludicolo, Avalugg,
Araquanid, and Drednaw, along with the Legendary Pokémon Zapdos, Articuno, and
Regigigas. When you defeat one of these wild Pokémon, you’ll catch it, and an
icon representing that Pokémon will replace your battle item icon. You’ll have
limited time to activate this icon, but when you do, you’ll play as that wild Pokémon.
When you start playing as a wild Pokémon, nearby opposing
Pokémon will immediately be shoved away, giving you a moment to adjust to your
new Pokémon. As a wild Pokémon, you’ll have access to its basic attack and two additional
moves. However, you won’t have a Unite Move, and you won’t be able to teleport
back to your base. You also won’t be able to score goals, so you’ll be supporting
your teammates as they score. If you’re knocked out while playing as a wild
Pokémon, you’ll revert back to your original Pokémon.
If you’re playing as Zapdos, Articuno, or Regigigas, you can
use Zap Cannon, Ice Beam, or Hyper Beam (respectively) to weaken your
opponents’ goal zones.
Catch ‘Em battles take place in a slightly modified version
of Mer Stadium. The basic rules are the same as a 4-on-4 quick battle, but the
shield and HP recovery effects of your team’s forward goal zones will be
increased. Also, after one of your forward goal zones is destroyed, a superjump
springboard will appear at your team’s base. You can also earn extra points by
helping your teammates defeat wild Pokémon.
Catch all the excitement now in Pokémon UNITE’s Catch ‘Em battles!
Source: Pokemon
