There’s buzz in the Pokemon community due to a fresh leak suggesting that following the launch of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, the iconic series will transition to the Nintendo Switch 2. This is quite a twist from earlier leaks, catching some fans off guard.
Over the years, the Pokemon series has had a mixed reception on the Nintendo Switch. Titles like Pokemon: Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee, as well as Pokemon Sword and Shield, were well-received, earning praise for their fun gameplay. However, the launch of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet was rocky, marred by technical issues that dampened the experience for many, despite the promise of a vast, open-world setting where players could explore and take on gyms at their own pace.
Recent insights from Centro Leaks reveal that Pokemon Legends: Z-A will be the last core series Pokemon game on the original Nintendo Switch. After its release, the franchise’s next phase, Generation 10, will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. The first game in this series is rumored to have the codename Gaia. Earlier leaks suggested Gaia would be developed for the current Nintendo Switch, with a version called “Super Gaia” for the Switch 2. But now, it looks like plans may have shifted, with all efforts focused on making Gaia exclusive to the new console.
### Pokemon Fans React to Gen 10 Leak
The community’s reaction has been a mixed bag. Some Pokemon trainers are hopeful that the more robust hardware of the Nintendo Switch 2 will avoid the pitfalls encountered with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. That said, the specifics of the Nintendo Switch 2’s capabilities remain under wraps. Rumors hint at potential upgrades, but concrete details are expected from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct planned for April 2. However, don’t hold your breath for any word on Gen 10 during this event; The Pokemon Company is likely to keep the spotlight on Pokemon Legends: Z-A for now.
Fans are always eager for new generations of Pokemon games, and Gen 10 has the added excitement of potentially following in the innovative footsteps of Pokemon Legends: Z-A. It seems the community is looking forward to fresh ideas and unique twists in the next mainline Pokemon game. Until more information surfaces, patience remains the key as fans eagerly await the next chapter for both Pokemon and Nintendo.
