Three Pokémon Games leak for Switch 2: What fans can expect | Titles and specifics

Amidst anticipation for Nintendo's upcoming console, rumored to be the successor to the wildly popular Nintendo Switch, leaks suggest that Pokémon games are already in the works for the new platform. Following Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa's confirmation of the Switch 2's reveal, speculation has been rife regarding potential game titles.

CentroLeaks Revelation
According to reports from CentroLeaks, a reputable source in the gaming community, three Pokémon projects are currently in development for the Switch 2. While specifics remain undisclosed, one confirmed title is Pokémon Legends Z-A, slated for a 2025 release. However, speculation arises whether this game will be exclusive to the new console or compatible with both Switch iterations.

Speculating the Three Pokémon Titles

Gen 10: A Likely Candidate

Given Pokémon's tradition of releasing new generations in line with milestones, Gen 10 is a probable contender for the Switch 2's lineup. With rumors swirling about its release coinciding with Pokémon's 30th anniversary in 2025 or 2026, it could potentially serve as a flagship title for the new console, as mentioned in a report by Screenrant.
Remakes and Surprises

Alternatively, fans anticipate remakes of past Pokémon generations, such as the long-awaited Pokémon Black & White from Gen 5. Moreover, a surprise entry like a revamped Pokémon HOME service or a return to beloved spin-offs like Pokémon Stadium could diversify the Switch 2's library.

Launch Library
Amidst rumors of backward compatibility for the Switch 2, existing Pokémon titles on the Switch could enhance the new console's launch lineup. With 12 mainline Pokémon games already available, including Pokémon Legends Z-A, players can anticipate a robust selection upon the console's release.

Future Possibilities
As Pokémon continues to be a cornerstone franchise for Nintendo, its presence on the Switch 2 is virtually assured. Yet, with potential surprises in store for fans, the evolution of the series on the new platform promises excitement and innovation.

FAQs:

How many Pokémon games are on Switch?
In all, there have been twelve Pokémon games released for the Nintendo Switch, encompassing both mainline titles and spinoffs. For mainline entries featuring two versions, each has been considered as one release.

Which Switch Pokémon to play first?
Choosing where to start boils down to what Nintendo console you currently have, though the recent Delta emulator may change that for you. If you only have a Nintendo Switch, you can start with Let's Go Pikachu or Let's Go Eevee, which are kind of like remakes of the original Yellow version from 1998.