The Pokémon UNITE Regional Finals will take place alongside the 2023 Pokémon North America International Championships. This event is the conclusion to the final tournament of the season prior to the Pokémon World Championships. The Top 8 teams from the Regional Finals online qualifiers will be competing for prizes, Championship Points, and invitations to the 2023 World Championships.
Registration for Pokémon UNITE players is done by invitation only through our tournament organizer partners. All participants will receive a Pokémon International Championships promo card (while supplies last) just for playing!
Players must comply with the Tournament Rules and event policies. When you arrive at a Pokémon UNITE tournament, there are some things you must have with you:
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Pokémon UNITE downloaded on either a Nintendo Switch system or a tournament-legal mobile device with the latest game updates installed
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A fully charged Nintendo Switch system with a working USB-C port and the latest system updates installed OR a tournament-legal mobile device for competition, to be approved by tournament administration (see the Tournament Rules and check back regularly before the event for updates)
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Proof of age may be requested, and failure to provide proof of age may result in the player being denied participation in the tournament (at the organizer’s discretion)
Additionally, players are strongly encouraged to bring a charger for their device. It is the player’s responsibility to ensure their device remains operational throughout the tournament.
Administration will inform players of additional requirements ahead of the event, including stipulations for participation in media day on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Competition Details
Players will compete in double-elimination brackets on Friday, June 30, 2023, and Saturday, July 1, 2023, using the 5v5 draft pick format on the Theia Sky Ruins map in Pokémon UNITE.
Matches are best of three, except for the Grand Finals, which are best of five.
Prizes
Players must have a Pokémon Trainer Club account with a Player ID attached and must have opted in to the Play! Pokémon program to earn prizes.
Prize Award Information
The format of each prize is dependent on the age of the recipient. Here are the International Championship prizes for the 2023 Play! Pokémon Championship Series season.
18 years of age and older:
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Awards of $5,000 or more: choice of scholarship or cash
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Awards under $5,000: cash
Under 18 years of age:
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Awards of $5,000 or more: choice of scholarship or Pokémon Visa® prepaid card
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Awards under $5,000: Pokémon Visa® prepaid card
Prizes are based on attendance per age division. Unless otherwise specified, all prizes are paid in US dollars and subject to applicable tax withholding. Prize winners should consult a qualified tax professional regarding their tax obligations.
Award Values
|
RANK |
TOTAL ALLOCATION |
INDIVIDUAL ALLOCATION |
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1 |
$20,000.00 + Worlds Invite + Travel Award |
$4,000.00 |
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2 |
$10,000.00 |
$2,000.00 |
|
3 |
$8,000.00 |
$1,600.00 |
|
4 |
$4,000.00 |
$800.00 |
|
5 |
$2,500.00 |
$500.00 |
|
5 |
$2,500.00 |
$500.00 |
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7 |
$1,500.00 |
$300.00 |
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7 |
$1,500.00 |
$300.00 |
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Total |
$50,000.00 |
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Prizes and prize distribution may be subject to change.
Additionally, in eligible markets, the top 8 Pokémon UNITE teams will receive Pokémon TCG booster packs.
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1st–4th place: 72 booster packs
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5th–8th place: 36 booster packs
