New Leak Uncovers Exciting Gen 10 Pokemon Details

Recently, there’s been a buzz in the Pokemon community about the franchise’s shift to the Nintendo Switch 2, sparked by insights following the release of Pokemon Legends: Z-A. It’s quite the revelation, mainly because it contrasts earlier rumors floating around about Pokemon’s future.

For a while now, Pokemon titles on the Nintendo Switch have experienced mixed receptions. On one hand, adventures like Pokemon: Let’s Go Pikachu and Eevee, along with Pokemon Sword and Shield, have delighted fans. On the other hand, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet hit some technical snags at launch. Eager to dive into a more open world where they could pursue gym challenges on their terms, fans found their enthusiasm dampened by the technical difficulties.

According to a fresh leak from Centro Leaks, the mainline Pokemon series is wrapping up its chapter on the original Nintendo Switch, with Pokemon Legends: Z-A serving as the send-off. Looking ahead, the much-anticipated Gen 10, which is dubbed “Gaia,” will reportedly be a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. This pivot is a change from previous leaks suggesting a dual-console release for Gaia and a souped-up “Super Gaia.” It seems the idea of releasing dual versions has been nixed in favor of a focused push on the new hardware.

As news about Gen 10 shakes up the fandom, reactions are mixed. There’s a hopeful optimism that the hardware capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2 might prevent the kind of launch woes seen with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Yet, the exact specifications and power of the Nintendo Switch 2 remain under wraps. Leaks hint at enhancements, but official details are, perhaps, only to be unveiled during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct set for April 2. It’s uncertain if Gen 10 will share the spotlight there, as The Pokemon Company probably wants to keep the focus on the upcoming Pokemon Legends: Z-A for now.

The prospect of Gen 10 excites many in the Pokemon community, especially given the innovative changes hinted at in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. There’s a thirst for new twists and fresh gameplay in the next mainline entry. Until more information trickles out, fans can only speculate and eagerly await what’s next in store for these beloved pocket monsters and Nintendo itself.