# Pokemon Unite Developers Confirm Major Update Before Year’s End
The Pokemon Unite development team has been actively working on bringing fresh content and significant changes to the game as we head into the final months of 2025. Based on recent announcements and patch notes, the developers have confirmed that players can expect major updates and new features to roll out before the year concludes.
The most recent major update came through Version 1.20.3.10, also known as the Guardian Awakening update, which went live on October 23, 2025.[1] This update represented a substantial overhaul of the game’s mechanics and content, introducing balance adjustments, new Pokemon, and various gameplay enhancements that would shape the competitive landscape moving forward.
One of the most exciting confirmations from the developers involves the addition of new Mega Evolution forms to the game. Mega Lucario was released on October 4, 2025, while Mega Charizard X followed on October 24, 2025.[2] The developers have explicitly stated that two additional Mega Evolutions are set to join the roster by the end of 2025, meaning players still have more powerful forms to look forward to in the coming weeks.[2]
The Guardian Awakening update brought substantial balance changes to multiple Pokemon in the game. Gengar received significant buffs to help it function better as an ambush-focused character. The movement speed increase from its Levitate ability was enhanced from 10 percent to 20 percent, making it much faster and more capable of pursuing weakened opponents.[1] Additionally, Gengar’s Dream Eater move received a 12 percent increase to HP recovery, and its Sludge Bomb cooldown was reduced from 8 seconds to 7.5 seconds.[1] These changes were designed to make Gengar more viable in competitive play and allow players to better utilize its strengths.
Darkrai also received attention in the Guardian Awakening update, with cooldown reduction improvements at different levels.[1] The developers recognized that certain Pokemon needed adjustments to remain competitive in the evolving meta, and they made targeted changes to ensure a more balanced experience for all players.
Beyond balance adjustments, the Guardian Awakening update introduced a refreshed Battle Pass system with a new season beginning at the time of the update.[1] The Dark Lord Style for Darkrai was highlighted as a major cosmetic addition, giving players a visually striking new appearance for the legendary Pokemon.[1] The developers also enhanced the in-game shop and prize machine with seasonal items and costumes, providing more cosmetic options for players to customize their favorite Pokemon.[1]
New held items were also introduced to the game during this period. Big Root was released on October 9, 2025, while Tenacity Belt followed shortly after on October 16, 2025.[2] These new items added more strategic depth to team building and allowed players to experiment with different item combinations to optimize their Pokemon’s performance.
The developers have also been actively adding new Pokemon to the roster throughout 2025. Earlier in the year, Pokemon like Empoleon and Pawmot joined the game, with Empoleon receiving balance changes just one day after its release.[2] This shows the developers’ commitment to ensuring new additions are properly balanced and competitive from day one.
Looking ahead to the remainder of 2025, the roadmap indicates that more Pokemon are scheduled to arrive. Dhelmise and Vaporeon have been announced as upcoming additions to the game.[3] The developers have maintained a consistent schedule of releasing new Pokemon throughout the year, and this pattern is expected to continue through the end of 2025.
The current competitive season structure shows that the game is actively being maintained with regular seasonal updates. Ranked Season 31 and Battle Pass Season 35 are currently active, indicating that the developers are continuously cycling through new competitive seasons to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.[3]
The developers have also confirmed that special events continue to be a major part of the Pokemon Unite experience. The Mega Charizard X event ran from October 24 to November 14, 2025, allowing players to complete missions and collect research data to celebrate the arrival of this powerful new form.[5] These events provide players with opportunities to earn rewards and engage with new content in meaningful ways.
The commitment to regular updates and new content demonstrates that the Pokemon Unite development team is dedicated to keeping the game vibrant and engaging for its player base. With multiple Mega Evolutions still coming before year’s end, new Pokemon on the horizon, and ongoing balance adjustments to keep the competitive scene healthy, players have plenty to look forward to in the final weeks of 2025.
The developers have shown through their actions that they take player feedback seriously and are willing to make significant changes to improve the overall experience. The frequency of updates, the introduction of new mechanics like Mega Evolution, and the continuous addition of new Pokemon all point to a development team that is actively invested in the long-term success of Pokemon Unite.
As the year winds down, the Pokemon Unite community can expect the developers to continue delivering on their promise of major updates and new content. The combination of new Pokemon, additional Mega Evolutions, balance adjustments, and seasonal events ensures that there will be plenty of reasons for both casual and competitive players to keep engaging with the game through the end of 2025 and beyond.
