We may know what the next Pokemon game on Nintendo Switch 2 will be called

new pokemon game, Pokemon Legends: ZAwill be released for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on Thursday, but a recent leak may have revealed information about what’s coming next from the franchise’s creators. The names of the next games headed to Switch 2, as well as some big changes to the Pokemon formula, may have been part of the leak.

The leak appeared on X Monday CentroLeaks accountas first spotted by Insider Gaming. Data regarding upcoming games is said to stem from A Hacking servers From franchise developer Game Freak takes place in August 2024, referred to online as Teralikwhich included the source code for the upcoming Pokemon Legenda: ZA.

Among the information the account shared was the potential name of what will be the tenth generation of Pokemon games coming to Switch 2 next year: Pokemon Wind and Pokemon Wave.

The Pokemon Company did not immediately respond to a request for confirmation regarding this leak.

According to the leak, Pokemon Wind/Wave is inspired by the Southeast Asian region and will feature a jungle-themed environment. It could also feature a new mechanic referred to as Seed Pokemon, which are said to be special Pokemon that are heavily involved in the story and must be raised by the player. As it evolves, it will have a unique procedurally generated appearance, and once fully evolved, it will allow the player access to an island where they can find the game’s main legendary Pokemon.

The main theme of Pokemon Wind/Wave is the concept of infinity, according to the leak. This would align with the reported focus of procedurally generated content, not only with Seed Pokemon, but also with the game’s islands being procedurally generated, so each game is unique and can continue to grow endlessly.

Other details were also included in the leak, including the ability to interact with Pokemon on the overworld, the weather affecting gameplay in some way, 18 new challenges for players instead of traditional gyms, and some screenshots of the game in development that are still available to see on the website. Bookleaks subsite. There has also been information that the eleventh generation Pokemon game may be released in 2030.

It is unlikely that Nintendo, The Pokemon Company, or Game Freak will confirm the details of the leak. We’re expected to see the official announcement early next year, with fall being the most likely release window for Pokemon Wind/Wave.