Leaked Details Hint at Exciting Future for Pokemon Gen 10

Summary

• According to leaks, the Generation 10 Pokemon games may be released for both the original Switch and Switch 2.
• The Switch 2 will be backward compatible, allowing it to play Switch 1 Pokemon games.
• More details on future Pokemon games are expected during the Pokemon Presents event on February 27.

The latest leaks from the Pokemon franchise suggest that the upcoming Generation 10 games could see native releases on both the original Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Switch 2. Although the Generation 10 Pokemon games have not been officially announced, it was widely speculated that they would be developed exclusively for the Switch 2, given the performance issues faced by the Generation 9 games, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, on the original Switch hardware.

Despite the challenges with the open-world design of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, recent leaks indicate a different approach. According to information shared by Centro Leaks from a Game Freak hacker, the Generation 10 games, codenamed "Gaia," are primarily being developed for the original Switch. Additionally, a version called "Super Gaia" has been discovered, which appears to be tailored for the Switch 2. There's also evidence suggesting that Pokemon Legends: Z-A might receive a native release on the Switch 2.

Generation 10 Pokemon Games Could Be Coming to the Original Switch

While details about the Switch 2 remain scarce, one confirmed feature is its backward compatibility with the original Switch. This means that owners of the Switch 2 will be able to play Generation 10 Pokemon games and Pokemon Legends: Z-A, even if they are not natively released for the new console. The Switch 2 might offer enhanced performance for these games, similar to how newer Xbox and PlayStation consoles improve the experience of older titles, though this is yet to be confirmed. It's unclear how Nintendo might enhance these potential Switch 2 ports, given the console's inherent ability to play original Switch games.

As of now, no official announcements have been made regarding the Generation 10 Pokemon games, so fans should approach this information cautiously. The upcoming Pokemon Presents event on February 27 might shed more light on future Pokemon titles. However, it's rumored that the event will focus on games for the original Switch, not the Switch 2. If the Generation 10 games are indeed targeting the original Switch, it could be some time before the Switch 2 sees a dedicated main series Pokemon game.