Is Pokémon Showdown free to play?

Yes. Pokémon Showdown is free on Pixelsprout and plays in your web browser with no download or sign-up.

Can I play Pokémon Showdown on my phone?

Yes, it runs in a modern mobile browser. Rotate to landscape or use full screen for the best view.

What kind of game is Pokémon Showdown?

Pokémon Showdown is a strategy game. Find more in the Strategy section.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Pixelsprout games are HTML5 and load directly in the page.

Pokémon Showdown

Strategy

About Pokémon Showdown

Unofficial fan project. Not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak or The Pokémon Company.
Includes public chat moderated by Pokémon Showdown. Ages 13+.
Game by the Pokémon Showdown team. Embedded from play.pokemonshowdown.com. All rights belong to their owners.
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Free to playNo downloadPlays in your browser