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, so it will be able to play Switch 1 Pokemon games regardless.
• Details on future Pokemon games are expected to come on February 27 during the Pokemon Presents event.

Exciting news has emerged from the Pokemon franchise leaks, suggesting that the highly anticipated Generation 10 games could see native releases on both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. While the Generation 10 Pokemon games have yet to be officially announced, speculation has been rife about their development, particularly in relation to the new console.

The original Nintendo Switch has already been the platform for both the Generation 8 and 9 Pokemon games, with the latter, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, receiving significant criticism for their performance issues due to the hardware limitations of the OG Switch. Many fans believed that Game Freak would shift their focus to the Switch 2 for the next generation to address these concerns. However, recent leaks suggest a different approach.

According to a Game Freak hacker, as reported by Centro Leaks, the Generation 10 Pokemon games are codenamed "Gaia" and are being developed primarily for the original Switch. Alongside this, a version called "Super Gaia" has been mentioned, which appears to be tailored for the Switch 2. There are also hints that Pokemon Legends: Z-A might receive a native Switch 2 release.

Generation 10 Pokemon Games Could Be Coming to the Original Switch

While details on the Switch 2 remain scarce, one confirmed feature is its backward compatibility with the original Switch. This means that even if the Generation 10 Pokemon games and Pokemon Legends: Z-A do not receive native Switch 2 releases, owners of the new console will still be able to play these titles. It's speculated that the Switch 2 could run these games more efficiently, similar to how newer Xbox and PlayStation consoles improve the performance of older games. However, the specifics of how Nintendo might enhance these potential Switch 2 ports are still unclear.

As of now, no official announcements have been made regarding the Generation 10 Pokemon games, so fans should approach this information with caution. More clarity may be provided during the anticipated Pokemon Presents event on February 27. However, it's important to note that this event is expected to focus on games for the original Switch, not the Switch 2. If the Generation 10 Pokemon games are indeed targeting the original Switch, it could be some time before the Switch 2 gets its own dedicated main series Pokemon game.