You want to bring the arcade-smashing, Wii U classic Pokkén Tournament to your Android phone or tablet. The idea of duking it out as Pikachu against Garchomp on a 6-inch screen is undeniably exciting.

is a high-octane fighting game that blends the fast-paced action of Bandai Namco's Tekken series with the beloved roster of Pokémon. Originally a Wii U and Nintendo Switch exclusive, many fans have wondered: Can I play Pokkén Tournament on Android?

If you choose to proceed, here is how to minimize your risk:

Many sites use the Pokkén logo to trick you into downloading harmful files.

Using software like Cemu to run the original Wii U version.

Immediately factory reset your phone. Run Malwarebytes. Change your Google password. Fake “Pokkén Tournament APK” files are often info-stealers.

The Wii U version runs surprisingly well on high-end Android phones using a modified version of Dolphin.