The Pokémon Company has started sharing more details about microtransactions for Pokémon Champions, and the pricing information for Japan has surfaced. This comes after the release date announcement, and it gives an early look at how much players there will pay for seasonal content and memberships.
How much the Battle Pass and packs cost in Japan
According to a trusted source, the seasonal Battle Pass in Japan is set at 1400 Yen per season (roughly $9). There is also a Starter Pack priced at 980 Yen (about $6). The Starter Pack includes:
- 50 Training Tickets
- 30 Teammate Tickets
- 50 extra box slots
- Music from Pokémon Let’s Go
Membership options are listed as 700 Yen per month (around $4) or 7000 Yen per year (around $44). The dollar amounts are approximations; official prices for the United States and Europe have not been confirmed yet.
What the Battle Pass appears to include
Early details suggest the Battle Pass will offer various in-game rewards such as items, Mega Stones, and icons. Progression is expected to come from earning points through season battle scores in Ranked Battle. Developers have indicated more specifics will arrive closer to the game launch.
Other notes and community news
- The first VGC events that will use Pokémon Champions have been announced.
- Pokopia recently released an update that fixes a number of broken quests.
These Japan prices give a preview of how the game will monetize seasonal content. If you have thoughts on the costs or the value offered, leave a comment where you found this story or join the official Insider Gaming Discord server to discuss with other players.
