Pokémon Finally Has a SERIOUS Competitor

Pokémon has dominated the monster-catching genre for almost 30 years… but Roco Kingdom might finally be one of its most serious competitors. In this video, we take a closer look at Roco Kingdom, its origins in China, the huge success of the franchise, its upcoming global version, and why so many Pokémon fans are starting to pay attention. We also compare Roco Kingdom and Pokémon across their biggest similarities, including turn-based battles, elemental types, four-skill movesets, switching, team building, competitive strategy, status effects, weather, open-world exploration, creature collecting, and multiplayer. Roco Kingdom isn’t a brand-new franchise either. The series dates back to 2010 and already has a massive history in China. Now, after the global reveal at Gamescom 2026 and the announcement of its first global closed beta, the franchise is preparing to reach a completely new audience. With major Pokémon creators such as Wolfe Glick and MandJTV helping promote the game, could Roco Kingdom become a legitimate alternative for Pokémon fans? Not a “Pokémon killer”… but perhaps something Pokémon hasn’t had very often: a serious competitor. If you enjoyed the video, leave a like, subscribe, and let me know in the comments: Do you think Roco Kingdom can compete with Pokémon?