Pokémon UNITE is shutting down in March, Gem sales already suspended

The Pokémon Company has announced that the MOBA spinoff Pokémon UNITE is ending service on March 23, 2027. Developed by TiMi Studio Group, the game initially released on Nintendo Switch on July 21, 2021 - meaning it lasted a bit over five years.

Here's a rundown of key details:

• Aoes gem sales and Unite Club membership purchases have already been suspended
• The Pokémon UNITE Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo competitive tournament will still be held as previously announced - qualifiers begin on December 5, 2026.
• The final update will be released on November 12, 2026. It'll include a special event and a “library” feature. During the event, players will be able to obtain various items, including Unite licenses and Holowear that have appeared in the game up till now.
• Even after service ends, players who complete the required library data download before March 23, 2027 at 00:00 UTC will be able to use the library feature to view certain records and in-game content. Players who do not complete the required download before service ends will not be able to use the library feature afterward.

According to players, the game was a massive waste of potential, with recent updates described as "disrespectful and predatory". You can check out the Reddit discussion here.

Full announcement:

Thank you for playing Pokémon UNITE.

We regret to inform you that service for Pokémon UNITE will end on Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 00:00 UTC.

Pokémon UNITE end-of-service date/time

Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 00:00 UTC

Note: This applies to both the Nintendo Switch version and mobile device version.

We offer our sincerest gratitude to the many Trainers who have played since service started for the Nintendo Switch version on July 21, 2021. We would like to express our thanks to everyone by holding a special event until service ends. The Pokémon UNITE Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo competitive tournament (an event for Pokémon UNITE only) will also be held as previously announced. We hope you continue to enjoy Pokémon UNITE until the final day of service. After service ends, the “Pokémon UNITE Game Content Guidelines for Online Platforms” will no longer be published or maintained, and we will no longer provide support regarding use of Pokémon UNITE video and images.

Schedule Until End of Service

• Suspension of Aeos gem sales

Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 05:00 UTC

With service ending, we are suspending Aeos gem sales as of today. Players will be able to use Aeos gems they currently have until service ends.

• Suspension of new UNITE Club membership purchases and automatic membership renewals

Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 05:00 UTC

Players who are currently UNITE Club members will be able to continue using their membership benefits and services until the end of their current membership period. For more details, please see the relevant section below.

• Special event and update leading up to the end of service

Starting Thursday, November 12, 2026

• Pokémon UNITE Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo competitive tournament

Qualifier tournaments will start on Saturday, December 5, 2026.

Suspension of monthly paid UNITE Club membership services

Because service will end for Pokémon UNITE, we will handle UNITE Club memberships as follows:

New memberships

As of 05:00 UTC today, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, we will no longer be accepting new UNITE Club memberships.

Automatic renewals

As of 05:00 UTC today, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, we will also be suspending current UNITE Club membership automatic renewals. Players who are already UNITE Club members can continue to use the service until the end of their current membership period.

Special event and update leading up to the end of service

On Thursday, November 12, 2026, there will be an update that includes a special event and a “library” feature. During the event, players will be able to obtain various items, including Unite licenses and Holowear that have appeared in the game up till now.

“Library” feature that will allow players to view certain records and in-game content

Even after service ends, players who complete the required library data download before Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 00:00 UTC will be able to use the library feature to view certain records and in-game content. Players who do not complete the required download before service ends will not be able to use the library feature afterward.

After service ends on Tuesday, March 23, 2027, players will no longer be able to log in to the game or participate in battles. Players who completed the required library data download before service ends will still be able to access the library feature. Library data generally cannot be transferred when changing devices, and support for the library feature will not be available after service ends. Players may reach out to Support for any issues before Tuesday, March 23, 2027, at 00:00 UTC.