The following article contains potential spoilers for Pokemon Gen 10.
The 10th-generation Pokemon box art legendaries could have "old man" and "old woman" motifs, according to leaks posted on social media from multiple sources. Though additional information about Pokemon Gen 10's box art legendaries remained elusive, the concept stemmed from a large leak concerning multiple Pokemon games.
On October 13, some details about Pokemon Gen 10 surfaced on social media as part of the "Teraleak 2" information dump. The leak claimed that Pokemon Gen 10 would be titled Pokemon Winds and Waves, and would be set in an archipelago region based on Indonesia and other Southeast Asian islands. Pokemon Winds and Waves is also said to feature procedurally generated islands based on a theme of "Infinity" that would allow players countless adventures. Pokemon's 10th generation is allegedly stated to launch in 2026 as a Switch 2 exclusive, and would be the highlight of the Pokemon franchise's 30th anniversary celebrations.
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Pokemon Gen 10 Legendary Details Potentially Leaked
Some details about Pokemon Gen 10's potential starter were included in the new Teraleak, and additional information about what it could become shortly followed. Two known Pokemon leakers, Centro and Riddler Khu, stated in two separate Twitter posts that the box art Legendary mascots for Pokemon Winds and Waves would, respectively, have a "wind grandpa" and a "wave grandma" basis behind their designs. Centro stated via machine translation that each Legendary Pokemon would use its respective powers over the wind and the water to guide humans and Pokemon. Each Legendary Pokemon would also dwell on islands away from civilization. Both these box art Legendary Pokemon would have ties to a "Seed Pokemon" that trainers would obtain early on in the game. However, further details about Gen 10's box art Legendary Pokemon, such as their names and exact designs, remain unknown as of this writing.
Box art Legendary Pokemon have been a staple feature of Pokemon since the second generation, where Ho-Oh and Lugia served as the mascots of Pokemon Gold and Silver. Though both Ho-Oh and Lugia could be caught in each title set in the Johto region, later Pokemon games like Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire opted to make each box art Legendary Pokemon a version-exclusive monster for their respective game. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet continued this example, with Koraidon and Miraidon on the respective covers.
The leaks revealed so far also suggested that Pokemon's 10th generation could utilize weather-related moves as a core battle concept. However, until The Pokemon Company reveals official information, all leaks should be taken with a very fine grain of salt.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 79 /100 Critics Rec: 66%
- Released
- October 16, 2025
- ESRB
- Everyone 10+ / Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases
- Developer(s)
- Game Freak, Creatures Inc.
- Publisher(s)
- Nintendo, The Pokemon Company
WHERE TO PLAY
LIVE THE LIFE OF A POKÉMON TRAINER IN THE STREETS OF LUMIOSE CITY
Whether you’re a die-hard Pokémon fan or about to toss your first Poké Ball, the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game has plenty to offer for Trainers of all types. Experience classic gameplay with modern twists that are sure to revolutionize your Pokémon RPG experience.
CATCH, BATTLE, AND MEGA-EVOLVE—ALL IN REAL TIME!
Step onto the battlefield and command your Pokémon directly—there are no turns! For the first time in the Pokémon RPG series, Trainers and their Pokémon can both move around in real-time battles, and your Pokémon will unleash their moves when you tell them to. Strategically swapping out your Pokémon and accounting for each move’s timing and area of effect will greatly help you in this new style of battle.
HARNESS THE POWER OF MEGA EVOLUTION
When Trainers have a strong bond with their Pokémon, a Key Stone worn by the Trainer resonates with a Mega Stone held by their Pokémon, allowing Mega Evolution to take place.
ROGUE MEGA EVOLUTION
Rampaging Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon are threatening Lumiose City. These Pokémon are extra tough to beat, but if you do manage to defeat them, you'll receive valuable Mega Stones as a reward.
RISE THROUGH THE RANKS OF THE Z-A ROYALE
You’re invited to join the Z-A Royale, a competition for Pokémon Trainers to test their skills and determine who’s strongest.
Each night, a battle zone for the competition will appear. Prepare yourself by spending the day in wild zones, catching and training Pokémon, then venture into the battle zone and take on other Trainers.
Be strategic and complete bonus card challenges as you battle to speed up your climb from Rank Z to Rank A. Can you climb the ranks and reach the top?
WELCOME TO LUMIOSE CITY
Visit shops, restaurants, and more, all centered around Prism Tower. An urban redevelopment plan is underway to shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon.
BATTLE WITH TRAINERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
With a Nintendo Switch Online membership*, you can battle up to three other Trainers at once, locally or online, in frenetic real-time battles!
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Franchise
- Pokemon
- Number of Players
- 1-4 players (online)
- Nintendo Switch Release Date
- October 16, 2025
- Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
- October 16, 2025
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
