Pokémon Unite Service Ending in Belgium and Netherlands
Service Suspension in Two Countries
Some trainers are about to hear those dreaded words: Pokémon Unite end of service. The game is shutting down in two European countries more than three years after it was released in July 2021. Belgium and the Netherlands are the countries losing access to the Switch and mobile MOBA, with an in-game message via a Reddit thread by Key-Anteater767 stating, “We regret to announce that we have made the difficult decision to discontinue service for Pokémon Unite in Belgium and the Netherlands. Thank you to all our Belgian and Dutch players who have enjoyed Pokémon Unite.”
Possible Reasons for Termination
While no formal reason has been provided for this sudden announcement, Serebii brings up a valid observation regarding local laws that might inhibit certain in-game mechanics in Pokémon Unite. This situation may prevent the game from operating in Belgium and the Netherlands, which is notably the reason for Pokémon Masters EX also not being available in those regions.
What Players Need to Know
- Players in Belgium and the Netherlands can continue playing until service ends on November 30.
- In-game purchases, including Unite Club memberships and Aeos gems, are set to conclude on October 31.
For those still enjoying the game, make sure to check out available options before the service concludes. That’s all we know about Pokémon Unite’s end of service in Belgium and the Netherlands.
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