Pokémon Unite, the free-to-play MOBA that brought Pokémon into quick, team-based battles, will end service on March 23, 2027, more than five years after launching on Nintendo Switch and mobile. The Pokémon Company announced the closure on its official site, thanking players for their support since the game debuted in July 2021.

The wind-down has already begun: sales of Aeos gems and new Unite Club memberships or renewals have been suspended. Players who already own gems can keep spending them until the final day, while existing Club members will retain their benefits through the end of their current membership period.

Before the servers go dark, the game will host a farewell celebration. Starting November 12, a special event will let players earn items including Unite licenses and Holowear, giving longtime Trainers a chance to collect content they may have missed.

A new Library feature will also arrive that day, allowing players to preserve and revisit certain records, achievements, and in-game content after shutdown. Players must complete the required Library download before March 23; after that date, they will no longer be able to log in or play matches, and the Library will be the only remaining access point.

Competitive play will also receive a proper send-off. Qualifiers for the Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo tournament are scheduled for December 5, with the event proceeding as planned despite the game’s upcoming closure.

When Pokémon Unite launched, it stood out for making the MOBA genre more approachable: short 10-minute matches, familiar Pokémon, and simpler mechanics than games such as League of Legends or Dota 2. Its closure will be a bittersweet moment for the community—but the final months offer players a chance to return, celebrate their favorite teams, and save the memories they want to keep.