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Pikachu happy, jumping in front of a dark sky filled with fireworks of all colors

Today, I’ll show you how to pre-register Pokémon Unite on Google Play Store for Android devices. Pre-registering Pokémon Unite is simple once you know how it’s done, and I’m here to show you how.

Pre-register Pokémon Unite by opening the Google Play Store from your Android device. Navigate to the search bar and type “Pokémon Unite”. Select the Pokémon Unite app, tap Pre-register, and then follow the on-screen prompts to finish the process.

Of course, pre-registering Pokémon Unite has additional perks. So continue reading for a detailed step-by-step picture guide of the process.

I’ll also explain what Pokémon Unite is, when Pokémon Unite will release on mobile devices, and why you should pre-register Pokémon Unite (HINT: free rewards!).


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How To Pre-Register Pokémon Unite On Google Play Store

Pokémon Unite is launching on Android devices on September 22nd, 2021.

Which means countless more players get to enjoy the Pokémon online battle arena game.

Don’t miss out on the action by pre-registering the game now to ensure Pokémon Unite will be ready-to-play on launch day.

Thankfully, Pokémon Unite is easy to pre-register on Android devices through the Google Play Store.

Let’s walk through the steps of doing so, one by one.

  • DIFFICULTY: Easy
  • TIME: A few minutes

NOTE: Make sure your smart device, Android operating system, and Google Play store app have all been updated before beginning this process. Not all devices are compatible with this software.

NOTE:  Ensure your device’s battery is charged.


STEP 1 – Open Google Play Store

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Image: Google Play Store

Tap the Google Play Store app.

The Google Play Store app will open.

NOTE: You can visit Pokémon Unite’s Google Play Store by clicking here.


STEP 2 – Navigate To Search Bar

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Image: Google Play Store

Tap the search bar at the top of the Google Play Store app.

An on-screen keyboard should appear.


STEP 3 – Type Pokémon Unite

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Image: Google Play Store

Type Pokémon Unite into the search field.

Tap the magnifying glass to search for Pokémon Unite.


STEP 4 – Select Pokémon Unite

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Image: Google Play Store

Select Pokémon Unite from the search results by tapping on the game’s icon.

You will be taken to Pokémon Unite’s game page.


STEP 5 – Tap Pre-Register Button

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Image: Google Play Store

Tap the Pre-register button.

An on-screen message should appear.


STEP 6 – Tap Install When Available

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Image: Google Play Store

Tap Install when available button.

Pokémon Unite will be pre-registered.

You can now close the Google Play Store app.


STEP 6 – Wait For Pokémon Unite Launch Day

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Image: Google Play Store

Pokémon Unite will automatically download to your device when the game launches on September 22nd, 2021.


STEP 7 – Celebrate

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Congratulations!

You pre-registered Pokémon Unite with ease.

Read the 12 mistakes you need to avoid in Pokémon Unite to prep yourself for release day!


What is Pokémon Unite? (For New Players)

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Unite is a battle arena game featuring the globally popular Pokémon creatures.

Players select a monster and do battle online in teams of 5 versus 5.

Read this informative article I created that goes over Pokémon Unite’s core tenants and what makes it so much fun.


When does Pokémon Unite release on mobile devices?

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Unite is already available on Nintendo Switch and is going to launch on mobile devices the third quarter of 2021.

Specifically, Pokémon Unite launches for iPhone and Android devices on September 22nd, 2021.

  • Visit Pokémon Unite’s Google Play Store by clicking here
  • Visit Pokémon Unite’s Apple iPhone App Store by clicking here

Is Pokémon Unite for iPhone and Android free to play?

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Unite is free on iPhone and Android devices.

It’s also free on Nintendo Switch where it originally released.

Click here to read the detailed guide I crafted to help you better understand what is free in Pokémon Unite and what items cost real money to obtain.

Is Pokémon Unite Free To Play (Detailed Answer)


Why should you pre-register Pokémon Unite?

Pre-registering Pokémon Unite provides a few perks for players.

Pre-registering Pokémon Unite

  • makes sure the game automatically downloads at launch day
  • provides access to early-access events (if made available)
  • Pokémon Unite Pre-Registration Campaign participation

The Pokémon Unite Pre-Registration Campaign

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Gifts will be distributed to players who pre-registered Pokémon Unite if a certain amount of pre-registrations occur.

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Image: The Pokémon Company

If over 2.5 million people pre-register Pokémon Unite . . .

  • All pre-registered players with be gifted a playable Pikachu Unite License
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Image: The Pokémon Company

If over 5 million people pre-register Pokémon Unite . . .

  • All pre-registered players with be gifted a Special Festival Style: Pikachu Holowear (alternate Pokémon costume)

These neat rewards will be added to your account if the campaign succeeds but only if you pre-register the game.

It pays to pre-register Pokémon Unite!


12 Pokémon Unite Mistakes You Need To Avoid

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Image: The Pokémon Company

Waiting for Pokémon Unite to launch on iPhone and Android devices?

Learn proper Pokémon battle techniques along with the 12 common mistakes players make that you need to avoid in Pokémon Unite by reading this guide crafted for all players.

This invaluable resource will help you be a better player, win more matches, and annoy your teammates less.

All good things you won’t want to miss!

What are you waiting for? Read this guide now!

Read 12 Mistakes To Avoid In Pokémon Unite (And Avoid #7 At All Costs!)


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