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.
Exciting news has emerged from recent leaks about the upcoming Generation 10 Pokemon games. It appears that these games could be released on both the original Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Switch 2. While no official announcement has been made at the time of writing, it's widely speculated that Game Freak is working on these next-generation titles.
The original Nintendo Switch has already hosted the Generation 8 and 9 Pokemon games, with the latter, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, facing criticism for performance issues due to the open-world nature of the game. This led many to believe that Game Freak would shift their focus to the more powerful Switch 2 for future releases. However, the latest leaks suggest a different approach.
According to a Game Freak hacker, as reported by Centro Leaks, the Generation 10 games are codenamed "Gaia" and are primarily being developed for the original Switch. Additionally, a version called "Super Gaia" has been discovered, hinting at a version tailored for the Switch 2. There's also evidence 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 are sparse, 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" regardless of whether they get native releases on the new console. The Switch 2 might offer improved performance for these games, similar to how newer Xbox and PlayStation consoles enhance older games, though this remains to be confirmed. How Nintendo might enhance these possible Switch 2 ports is still a mystery, especially since the console will already support them.
As of now, there's no official word on the Generation 10 Pokemon games, so fans should approach this information cautiously. More details might be revealed during the upcoming Pokemon Presents event on February 27. However, it's important to note that the event is expected to 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 years before the Switch 2 sees a dedicated main series Pokemon game.
