How to Get Raichu in Pokémon Champions
Raichu joins Trainers in Pokémon Champions to celebrate the game's mobile launch. This Electric-type Pokémon is given for free, along with two Mega Stones never before available in the game. Here's how to claim Raichu, how long the distribution lasts, and what its Mega Evolutions bring to battle.
How to get Raichu in Pokémon Champions
Pokémon Champions is now available on the App Store and Google Play. To receive Raichu, simply log in to the mobile version once it is installed. The Pokémon is delivered straight to your in-game mailbox in Pokémon Champions.
Players on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 can claim this Raichu from their mailbox as well. If you link the mobile version to the same Nintendo Account as your console, your save data carries over between both platforms.
Raichu distribution dates
The Raichu gift is available from Wednesday, June 17, 2026 to September 2, 2026 at 03:49 CEST. Be sure to claim the Pokémon and its Mega Stones from your mailbox before this deadline, after which the gift can no longer be collected.
Raichunite X and Raichunite Y Mega Stones
Alongside the Pokémon, two Mega Stones never before seen in the game are included: Raichunite X and Raichunite Y. These items unlock Raichu's two Mega Evolutions.
- Raichu: the base Pokémon to Mega Evolve.
- Raichunite X: triggers Mega Evolution into Mega Raichu X.
- Raichunite Y: triggers Mega Evolution into Mega Raichu Y.
Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y in battle
Mega Raichu X has the Electric Surge Ability, setting Electric Terrain when it enters the field. Mega Raichu Y has the No Guard Ability and relies on the perfect accuracy of Thunder Wave and Thunder to control its opponents. The two forms offer distinct approaches in competitive battles.
Raichu is a popular Pokémon, famous for winning the Pokémon World Championships. Its two Mega Evolutions carry that reputation into Pokémon Champions.
- How do you get Raichu in Pokémon Champions?
- Log in to the mobile version once it's available and claim Raichu from your in-game mailbox.
- When does the Raichu gift expire?
- The distribution runs from June 17 to September 2, 2026, at 03:49 CEST.
- Which Mega Stones come with Raichu?
- Raichu is given with Raichunite X and Raichunite Y, which unlock its two Mega Evolutions.
With this free Raichu and its two Mega Stones, the mobile version of Pokémon Champions launches with a gift for every Trainer. Claim it before September 2, 2026 to add one of Raichu's Mega Evolutions to your team.
Check out our Pokémon Champions hub and our Mega Evolution guides to prepare your next strategies.