Pokemon Comaster launches in North America and Europe as “Pokemon Duel”

Last March, a new Pokemon smartphone game known as Pokemon Comaster launched in Japan. It’s now been localized for North America and Europe as “Pokemon Duel”.

For those who haven’t heard about it previously, here’s a lengthy overview:

Pokémon Duel is a strategy board game that uses Pokémon figures. Build a deck with your favorite figures and then leap into a League Match! Compete with players from around the world for a chance to enter the top League rankings in League Matches. You’ll fight your rivals in real time! Win duels, get all kinds of cool figures and items, and make your deck stronger!

The rules are simple! The object is to be the first player to get one of your figures to your opponent’s goal. How will you get to the goal? You’ll need to carefully choose your route! In duels, you and your opponent take turns moving your figures. Set up a strategic formation and attack your opponent, or simply block their path—it’s all about tactics! Plan your strategy and defeat your opponents in this game of cat and mouse!

In duels, your deck is composed of 6 Pokémon figures. There are all kinds of figures, each with different moves and abilities. Keep this in mind as you build your own custom deck!

Make use of your custom deck and the AI! The AI is a reliable ally who will determine good moves and take your turn for you. Make full use of the AI and crush your opponents!

You can find Pokemon Duel on iOS here and Android here. It’s free-to-play, but there are in-app microtransactions of course.