Pokémon Waves
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pokémon Waves across the outlets.- Pokémon Champions will hit Switch and Switch 2 on April 8Pokémon Champions, a battle-focused game similar to Pokémon Stadium, will be released on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on April 8, with a mobile version supporting cross-play also in development. Players can recruit or transfer Pokémon to engage in strategic turn-based battles, earning victory points to customize their team and unlock in-game items. This release follows Pokémon Pokopia, with Pokémon Wind and Pokémon Waves planned for next year on Switch 2.
- Famitsu’s most wanted games – March 22, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves make first appearanceThe latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on Japanese reader votes, features the newly announced Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves making their debut. The list tracks games that players are anticipating, with the Pokemon titles expected to climb in popularity in upcoming weeks.
- New Pokemon Winds and Waves beta screenshot leakedA leaked beta screenshot has emerged for the upcoming games Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves. The image originates from a build created several years ago, and the final game's appearance is expected to differ significantly. This leak offers a glimpse into the development process of the titles.
After 48 hours, I've realized Pokopia is my ideal Pokemon game and humans were the problem all alongPokemon Pokopia offers an ideal Pokemon experience by focusing on a world without humans, allowing players to build habitats and communities for Pokemon. The game subtly explores a post-apocalyptic setting where Pokemon have taken over after humanity's disappearance, providing a surprisingly mature narrative that resonates with adult fans.
Pokemon Pokopia Sales Surpass 2m in First Four DaysNintendo announced that Pokemon Pokopia has sold over 2.2 million copies worldwide within its first four days of release, with one million units sold in Japan. The life simulation spinoff is exclusively available on the Nintendo Switch 2 and features players building habitats for various Pokemon.
Elden Ring On Switch 2 Shows Big Improvements After Months Of "Performance Adjustment"Elden Ring's Nintendo Switch 2 version has shown significant improvements after months of performance adjustments, addressing initial technical issues seen in a Gamescom 2025 demo. The game now appears better optimized, with footage showing frame rates around 30-40 FPS in handheld mode, and looks promising for the platform's AAA capabilities.
Every Pokémon Game on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026 - IGNThis article provides a comprehensive list of all Pokémon games released and announced for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. It details 15 titles currently available on the Switch, including mainline entries and spinoffs, and highlights upcoming games like Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen remakes, Pokémon Pokopia, Pokémon Winds and Waves, and Pokémon Champions, with release dates extending into 2027.
Nintendo's sixth Direct of 2026 has no games but a cool Yoshi popcorn bucketNintendo announced a second Direct presentation for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, scheduled for March 9, 2026. This presentation will feature the film's final trailer but will not include any game information. A Yoshi popcorn bucket will also be available at Odeon cinemas in the UK to coincide with the movie's April 1, 2026 release.
Pokemon Pokopia may have a possible reference to Pokemon Winds and WavesPokemon Pokopia, recently launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, features an in-game poster that appears to reference the upcoming title Pokemon Winds and Waves. This discovery was highlighted by VGC, noting the poster's resemblance to imagery from the debut trailer of Pokemon Winds and Waves, which is slated for a 2027 release on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Pokemon Scarlet & Violet announces its final free DLC as Gen 10 beginsThe Pokémon Company has confirmed that Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will receive its final significant content update with Ranked Battle Season 41, marking the end of Generation 9 support. This transition aligns with the upcoming Generation 10 title, Pokémon Winds & Waves, slated for a 2027 release. While servers will remain active, the cessation of seasonal updates encourages players to use the Pokémon Champions app for future competitive play.
Pokémon Pokopia is a hit with fans who think it has Winds and Waves hintsFans are highly positive about the newly released spin-off game, Pokémon Pokopia, with many calling it addicting and comparing it favorably to mainline titles. Players are also speculating that Pokopia contains hints and teases for the upcoming mainline game, Pokémon Winds and Waves, particularly regarding new Pokémon forms and underwater exploration.- Pokémon fans think Winds and Waves’ adorable widdle starters might evolve into mythological calamitiesA fan theory suggests that the starter Pokémon for the upcoming games Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, inspired by Southeast Asian mythology, will evolve into powerful creatures based on legendary beasts. These evolutions, such as the Minokawa, Arimaonga, and Bakunawa, are associated with calamity and celestial events, potentially hinting at a major plot point involving eclipses in the games.
Pokopia Joins A 3DS Entry As The Highest-Rated Pokémon Game On MetacriticPokémon Pokopia has achieved a Metacritic score of 88, tying it with Pokémon Y as the highest-rated Pokémon game on the platform. The life-sim spin-off, launching March 5, 2026, has been praised for its charm and content. This success offers a much-needed win for the Pokémon franchise, with hopes that the upcoming Gen 10 title, Pokémon Winds and Waves, will meet a similar standard.
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Switch review - nostalgia is super effectiveThis review examines the Nintendo Switch re-release of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, the 2004 Game Boy Advance remakes of the original 1996 games. While the port offers classic gameplay and expanded content like the Sevii Islands, it lacks new features and online functionality at launch, making it a nostalgic trip rather than a modern upgrade.
Marathon Fontslop & New Pokemon Type | TAGThis article covers several gaming news items, including Bungie's decision to keep the "fontslop" UI in Marathon, potential new monster types and mechanics in Pokémon Winds and Waves, preorder bonuses for Pokémon Pokopia, a progress-losing glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, a new expansion for Cities Skylines 1, Nvidia's RTX 5070 topping the Steam Hardware Survey, feedback from Marathon's Server Slam, Capcom removing Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a potential tease for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster from Iron Galaxy Studios.
Pokémon Pokopia is the series’ best game as it beats Resident Evil on MetacriticPokémon Pokopia has achieved the highest Metacritic score for any Pokémon game, currently sitting at 89 and surpassing titles like Pokémon Y. This spin-off, blending elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft, is also the highest-rated game of 2026 so far, outperforming Resident Evil Requiem. The success may influence future Game Freak titles and strengthen Nintendo's relationship with developers Omega Force and Koei Tecmo.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Announces Final Ranked Battle SeasonThe Pokémon Company has announced that Season 41, launching April 1, 2026, will be the final Ranked Battle season for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on the Nintendo Switch. Following this season, Ranked Battles will no longer receive updates until the game's servers are eventually taken offline. Season 40 is currently underway and will conclude on March 31, 2026.- Winds & Waves - Största nyheterna från Pokémon 30-showenThe Pokémon Company announced two new main series games, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the start of the tenth generation. These titles will feature a dynamic open region with tropical islands and underwater areas, and will include three new starter Pokémon: Browt, Pombon, and Gecqua. A new trailer for the Animal Crossing-like game Pokopia was also shown.
- Nintendo Indie World Showcase returns tomorrow, 3rd MarchNintendo announced an Indie World Showcase will air on March 3rd, featuring news and updates on indie games coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The 15-minute presentation will cover a variety of titles, with speculation including potential updates on games like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Haunted Chocolatier.
Pokémon Winds & Waves: Pokédex - Every Confirmed Pokémon So FarPokémon Winds and Waves, the next mainline generation games, are set to launch on Switch 2 in 2027. This guide details every confirmed Pokémon so far, including the new starter trio: Browt (Grass), Pombon (Fire), and Gecqua (Water), alongside a list of returning Pokémon from previous generations.