A fight that is unforgiving, even to the most experienced players. Pokémon Scarlet and Purple are ramping up the pressure again with a new event that turns a well-known Pokémon into a veritable wall. Since this weekend in March 2026, the 7-star raids have welcomed a particularly feared opponent. Simiabraz returns, but in a version that is no longer ordinary, designed to test the limits of the best prepared teams.
A Simiabraz revisited for a much more demanding challenge
Simiabraz is no stranger to gamers, but its current version is a complete game-changer. Here, the Pokémon directly reaches level 100 and presents itself with the Overpowered badge, a sign that this is an elite battle. Its Teracrystal Rock type profoundly modifies usual strategies. Classic weaknesses are no longer enough, forcing players to completely rethink their approach.
His arsenal of abilities further reinforces this difficulty. Between powerful offensive attacks and strengthening techniques like Blade Dance or Machination, the fight can quickly change. This type of configuration transforms the raid into a real tactical test. Poor anticipation or poor team choice can be enough to derail the entire attempt.
A limited window to capture this level 100 Pokémon
As is often the case with special raids, this event does not remain available indefinitely. Players have until March 27, 2026 at 1:59 a.m. to try to defeat Simiabraz. Once defeated, he can be captured, but only once per save. This detail reinforces the importance of succeeding in the fight in good conditions.
However, it is possible to restart the raid as many times as necessary. This allows you to train, adjust your strategy or simply collect useful objects. This system creates a particular tension. Every attempt counts, especially for players who want to optimize their team before the capture.
Accessing the raid, a step often underestimated
Before even thinking about combat, you still need to be able to access this type of raid. And for some players, this step already represents an obstacle. Access to 7-star raids requires having sufficiently advanced in the game. The main progression must be completed, which automatically excludes new players or those at the start of their adventure.
Then, activation goes through the Poké Portal. You must ensure that the news is activated via the Mystery Gift menu, otherwise the event will not appear. Finally, to play cooperatively, a Nintendo Switch Online subscription remains essential. This option can make the difference, especially against such a demanding opponent.
A test that highlights strategy more than raw power
This raid doesn’t just reward the strongest teams, but the best built ones. Coordination, choice of types and capacity management become essential. Players must anticipate sequences of attacks, manage enemy boosts and adapt their pace. The fight is not won in a few turns, but over time.
This type of event illustrates the evolution of Pokémon Scarlet and Purple. The game is no longer limited to collecting, but offers challenges that require thought and preparation. With this super-powerful Simiabraz, the developers continue to push players to exploit all the game’s mechanics, in clashes where each decision can change the outcome of the fight.