The official Pokémon website has announced the Ultimate Finale Online Competition for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Our 8th Generation Online Competitions page has been updated with these details.

Ultimate Finale

Information

Region: International Registration Period: October 13th, 2022 to October 27, 2022, at 4:59 p.m. PDT Tournament Period: October 27th, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. to October 30th, 2022, at 4:59 p.m. PDT Ranking Results Announcement: November 2022 Compatible Games: Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Eligible Pokémon: No restrictions Battle Type: Double Battles Entry Gift: Qualifying players who participate in at least one battle during the event will receive 50 BP whether they win or lose.

The final Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield Online Competition is coming, giving all your most powerful Pokémon a chance to shine. The Ultimate Finale in Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield is almost here, and it’s going to be wild! This final Online Competition will let you take on Trainers from around the world with no restrictions on the number of Legendary and Mythical Pokémon you can have on your team. You can even bring duplicate Pokémon and use duplicate items! Register now to take part in these no-holds-barred, six-on-six Double Battles. Only Pokémon obtained in the Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Pokémon Shining Pearl, Pokémon Sword, or Pokémon Shield games or those with the battle-ready symbol are eligible. Qualifying players who participate in at least one battle during the event will receive 50 BP whether they win or lose.

How to Register

You can register from now until October 27, 2022, at 4:59 p.m. PDT. To register for the competition, follow these steps:

1. Launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
2. Open the X menu.
3. Select VS.
4. Select Battle Stadium.
5. Select Online Competitions.
6. Select Search Official Competitions.

How to Receive In-Game Rewards

The competition takes place from October 27, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. to October 30, 2022, at 4:59 p.m. PDT, so don’t forget to return during that time to play your matches. To receive your participation gift after the competition is over, follow these steps:

1. Launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
2. Open the X menu.
3. Select Mystery Gift.
4. Select Get a Mystery Gift.
5. Select Get Battle Stadium Rewards.

Good luck competing in the Ultimate Finale Online Competition, Trainers!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/register-to-battle-in-the-ultimate-finale-online-competition/