- Regulation M-C officially kicked off with the 1.2.0 update.
- 34 Pokémon were added to Ranked Battles, including Rillaboom, Salamence, Cinderace, Indeedee, and new Mega Evolutions for Lucario and Garchomp.
- The update also added 18 new held items, including Rocky Helmet, Air Balloon, Terrain Extender, and six new Mega Stones.
- Regulation M-C runs from September 9 to December 2, 2026.
The Pokémon Champions' Regulation M-C update has officially launched, adding 34 new Pokémon to the game, including new Mega Evolutions for Lucario and Garchomp. This update, which runs until December 2, 2026, introduces a mix of competitive staples and lesser-used Pokémon.124
Among the notable additions are Rillaboom, Salamence, Cinderace, and Indeedee, which are expected to play significant roles in the competitive scene. Additionally, players can experiment with new Mega Evolutions such as Mega Golisopod, Mega Baxcalibur, and Mega Absol Z, potentially altering the current metagame dynamics.
The update also includes 18 new held items, featuring competitive staples like Rocky Helmet, Air Balloon, and Terrain Extender, alongside six new Mega Stones. This diverse array of Pokémon and items is designed to enhance strategic gameplay and team composition.3
As players dive into the new regulation, the impact of returning favorites like Rillaboom, Incineroar, and Indeedee will be closely watched, while the effectiveness of newcomers will be tested in Ranked Battles. With the introduction of these elements, Regulation M-C promises to invigorate the competitive Pokémon scene before its conclusion in December.
“The update also introduces 18 new held items, including competitive staples like Rocky Helmet and Air Balloon, plus six new Mega Stones. Newcomers such as Mega Golisopod, Mega Baxcalibur, and Mega Absol Z could shake up the metagame before the ruleset ends.”
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