‘Pokémon Winds and Waves’ are coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027

Source: TechCrunch

A new set of main‑series Pokémon games is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027, marking the 10th installment in the series. The announcement was made during a livestream celebrating the release of the first Pokémon games exactly thirty years ago, unveiling “Pokémon Winds and Waves,” an open‑world title set across a vast ocean of islands.

Image Credits: The Pokémon Company

New Starter Pokémon

• Browt – a Grass‑type “bean chick” that resembles an Angry Bird.
• Pombon – a Fire‑type inspired by a Pomeranian. Better not evolve into a bipedal man.
• Gecqua – a Water‑type gecko with big pink eyes.

Region and Setting

Leakers have rumored that the game’s region draws inspiration from Indonesia and Southeast Asia. While the trailer does not state this explicitly, it showcases lush jungles, seaside mountains, tropical towns, and underwater reefs that align with those rumors.

Fans have also highlighted a suspicious‑looking cloud in the trailer—potentially a Gyarados‑slash‑Lapras hybrid—that may hint at a new legendary Pokémon. See the discussion on Polygon.

Release Timeline

Main‑series Pokémon titles traditionally launch in November. If this pattern holds, the new game could arrive roughly two years after the announcement, giving fans ample time to anticipate the new region. The last major release, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet (2022), faced criticism for feeling rushed and glitch‑prone. A later release date may allow for a more polished experience, which many fans are willing to wait for.

Availability of Older Games

In the meantime, players can purchase reissues of “Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen” for the Switch (priced at $20). Note that there is currently no officially supported, easy way to obtain these titles on mobile devices without resorting to legally questionable methods, as discussed in a TechCrunch article.