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 for Pokemon fans! Leaks suggest that the upcoming Generation 10 Pokemon games might be released on both the original Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Switch 2. While the Generation 10 games remain unannounced, the buzz is that they're being developed with both consoles in mind. This is a significant shift from expectations, as many thought the next generation would skip the original Switch, given the performance issues faced by the Generation 9 games, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, on the older hardware.
According to leaks from Centro Leaks, which reference information from a Game Freak hacker, the Generation 10 games are codenamed "Gaia" and are primarily aimed at the original Switch. However, a variant called "Super Gaia" has also surfaced, hinting at a version tailored for the Switch 2. Additionally, there's chatter about Pokemon Legends: Z-A possibly getting 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 scarce, one confirmed feature is its backward compatibility with the original Switch. This means that even if the Generation 10 games and Pokemon Legends: Z-A don't get native Switch 2 releases, Switch 2 owners will still be able to enjoy them. There's speculation that the Switch 2 might run these games more smoothly, much like how newer consoles enhance the performance of older titles, but this is yet to be confirmed. Nintendo might have some special enhancements planned for these potential Switch 2 ports, though details are still under wraps.
As of now, no official announcements have been made about the Generation 10 Pokemon games, so it's wise to take these leaks with a pinch of salt. Fans can look forward to the Pokemon Presents event on February 27, which is expected to shed more light on upcoming Pokemon titles. However, it's rumored that the focus will be on games coming to 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 its own dedicated main series Pokemon game.
