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. While the Generation 10 Pokemon games have yet to be officially announced, many fans speculated that they would be developed exclusively for the Switch 2, given the performance issues experienced with the Generation 9 games, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, on the original Switch hardware.
However, recent leaks shared by Centro Leaks, sourced from a Game Freak hacker, indicate that 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
Although details about the Switch 2 are scarce, it's confirmed to be backward compatible with the original Switch. This means that Switch 2 owners will have the ability to play Generation 10 Pokemon games and Pokemon Legends: Z-A, even if they are not native releases. The Switch 2 might offer enhanced performance for these games, similar to how newer Xbox and PlayStation consoles improve the experience of older titles. However, the specifics of how Nintendo might enhance these potential Switch 2 ports remain unclear.
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, though it's expected to focus on games for the original Switch rather than 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.
