Pokken Tournament Timeline ( Real )

announcement
June 2014

Announcement of Pokken Tournament

Pokkén Tournament was officially announced by Bandai Namco as a new Pokémon fighting game combining elements from Tekken and Pokémon.

reveal
August 29, 2014

Pokkén Tournament Gameplay Reveal

First gameplay footage and details of Pokkén Tournament were revealed, showcasing its unique fighting mechanics and Pokémon roster.

release
July 16, 2015

Arcade Release in Japan

Pokkén Tournament was released in Japanese arcades, marking its initial availability to players.

announcement
January 13, 2017

Pokkén Tournament DX Announcement for Nintendo Switch

Bandai Namco announced a console version of Pokkén Tournament called Pokkén Tournament DX for the Nintendo Switch.

release
September 22, 2017

Pokkén Tournament DX Release Worldwide

Pokkén Tournament DX was released worldwide on the Nintendo Switch, including new characters and features.

Pokken Tournament Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 0 of Pokken Era

Invention of the Pokken Tournament

The creation of the Pokken Tournament as a special competition to determine the strongest Pokémon fighter, blending Pokémon battles with martial arts combat.

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Year 1 of Pokken Era

First Official Pokken Tournament Held

The inaugural Pokken Tournament takes place, attracting fighters from around the world including various Pokémon species trained in combat techniques.

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Year 3 of Pokken Era

Appearance of Shadow Mewtwo

A mysterious dark energy-infused Mewtwo emerges within the tournament, exhibiting enhanced powers and becoming a major challenge for competitors.

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Year 4 of Pokken Era

Recruitment of Shadow Mewtwo by the Tournament Organizers

The tournament organizers bring Shadow Mewtwo under their control to ensure the fairness and safety of battles despite its overwhelming strength.

gameplay_event
Year 5 of Pokken Era

Introduction of Mega Evolution Fighters

Certain Pokémon gain the ability to Mega Evolve during battles, increasing their strength and changing the dynamics of the tournament fights.

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Year 6 of Pokken Era

Legendary Pokémon Showcase Battle

A special exhibition battle featuring legendary Pokémon participants demonstrates the pinnacle of fighting prowess in the tournament setting.

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Year 7 of Pokken Era

Discovery of the Battle Field's Energy Influence

Research reveals that the Battle Field arenas emit unique energies affecting Pokémon abilities and battle outcomes.

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Year 8 of Pokken Era

Rise of New Challenger: Shadow Pokémon Fighters

Newly corrupted shadow Pokémon fighters enter the tournament, challenging the established champions and introducing a darker element to the competition.

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Year 10 of Pokken Era

Pokken Tournament Grand Championship

The greatest Pokken fighters compete in the Grand Championship; the event is marked by intense battles and the unveiling of new fighters and techniques.