New to PokeBonk, or wondering about something specific? These are the questions players ask most, with short answers. For step-by-step help, the getting started guide and troubleshooting page go deeper.
The basics
What kind of game is PokeBonk?
PokeBonk is a 3D survivor action game set in the Kanto region. Think Vampire Survivors in 3D, with Pokémon. You pick a partner, it attacks on its own, and you move through hordes of wild Pokémon, collect experience and choose an upgrade card at every level-up. Between runs you spend Stardust on permanent upgrades and grow your League with new partners.
There are two modes. Classic takes you through zones and guardians to a shrine at the end. Survival is an endless horde where the goal is to last as long as you can.
Who made it, and when did it come out?
PokeBonk was made by Charcher, a Spanish developer, and released on October 14, 2026. It drew inspiration from Megabonk, went viral within its first week, and started Season 2 on October 21. The developer keeps shipping small updates almost daily, so the version number under the logo changes often.
Is it really free?
Yes. There are no purchases, no premium currency and no paid advantages. Every partner, item and upgrade is earned by playing.
Do I have to download or install anything?
No. PokeBonk runs in the browser. On this site you just press Play PokeBonk and the game opens in a window on the page. There is no official app to install, so an app-store listing with the same name is not an official release.
Accounts and saves
Should I play as a guest or make an account?
Start as a guest if you just want to try it. It takes one click and needs no sign-up.
Make an account once you care about your progress. The difference:
| Guest | Account | |
|---|---|---|
| Sign-up needed | No | Name and password |
| Where progress lives | The browser and device you used | Your login, on any device |
| Survives clearing site data | No | Yes |
Guest profiles left unused for 60 days are deleted, so don’t wait too long. You don’t have to start over to switch. Use Save to account from your guest session and everything you have earned comes along. Keep your password somewhere safe.
Where is my progress saved?
As a guest, progress is tied to the browser on the device you played on. Opening the game in another browser, a private window or after clearing site data looks like a brand-new player. With an account, you log in anywhere and pick up where you left off.
Your progress includes your League of partners, items you have unlocked, Lab upgrades and Stardust. Your level, moves and evolution inside a run reset when the run ends.
Does reloading the game delete my progress?
No. Reloading is safe. If a run is interrupted by a closed tab or a lost connection, the result is kept and sent when you come back in the same browser.
Devices
Can I play on a phone or tablet?
Yes. The game has touch controls with a joystick for movement and works in modern mobile browsers. On this site it plays in landscape: turn your phone sideways after pressing Play. Android goes full screen automatically, and on iPhone you simply rotate the phone. If the game runs slowly, set Graphics quality to Low or turn on Battery saver in the settings.
Can I use a controller?
Yes, controllers are supported on desktop. You can adjust the controller dead zone in the settings if your character drifts.
What are the keyboard controls?
WASD or the arrow keys to move, the mouse for the camera, Space to jump, Shift to slide, R for your Ultimate, E to interact and P or Esc to pause. All of them can be remapped in Settings → Keys. The full table is in the getting started guide.
Pokémon and progression
How many Pokémon are in PokeBonk?
The Pokédex covers all 151 Kanto Pokémon. You meet them as enemies, guardians and bosses across the regions. Many of them can also join your League as playable partners: each one has a challenge, and once you complete it you can catch that Pokémon in a run.
Which starter should I choose?
Bulbasaur is the most forgiving because its passive keeps healing you. Charmander hits harder, Squirtle is the toughest. The other two can be unlocked later, so the choice isn’t permanent. See the starter Pokémon guide for passives and moves.
What do I spend Stardust on?
Permanent upgrades in the Lab, such as more damage, more HP and faster movement, plus new items for your item pool. The Lab upgrades page lists them all with costs.
Season 2 and multiplayer
Is Season 2 out?
Yes. Season 2 started on October 21, 2026 at 16:30 UTC. It adds two new regions, Storm Coast and Celestial Glacier, move fusions at Bill’s Machine, new Lab upgrades, new items and fresh leaderboards. The Halloween event Lavender Tower Night runs alongside it until November 4. Everything new is covered in the Season 2 guide.
Are Mega Evolutions coming?
Not in Season 2. The developer moved Mega Evolutions to Gen 2, which is planned for Season 3. No date has been given.
Can I play with friends?
Not in the same run yet. PokeBonk is single-player right now, but there are social features: seasonal leaderboards and clans with a shared board, weekly missions, rivalries and up to 200 members. Co-op has been described as planned for after Season 2, with no release date.
Where can I see what changed in each update?
The updates page lists the changes version by version, and the videos page collects gameplay and beginner videos.
Quick answers
Is PokeBonk free to play?
Yes. PokeBonk is completely free, with no purchases and no paid advantages. Every unlock comes from playing.
Do I need to download PokeBonk?
No. It runs in your browser on desktop and mobile. Press Play and you are in, with nothing to install.
Can I play PokeBonk without an account?
Yes. Play as a guest. Your progress is kept in that browser, and you can save it to an account later.
Can I play PokeBonk on my phone?
Yes. It has touch controls and plays in landscape in any modern mobile browser.
Who made PokeBonk?
PokeBonk was made by Charcher, a Spanish developer, and released on October 14, 2026.
