In a nutshell

• Pokémon Winds and Waves announced for Nintendo Switch 2.
• Launching worldwide in 2027 with new starters Browt, Pombon, and Gecqua.
• Includes a special Pikachu and promises enhanced visuals on Switch 2.

The Pokémon Company and Game Freak have officially revealed the next generation of Pokémon titles: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, set to release worldwide in 2027 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Pokémon Winds and Waves Starters

The announcement trailer showcased the new region and introduced three brand-new starter Pokémon:

Browt
Category: Bean Chick Pokémon
Type: Grass
Height: 1′ (0.3 m)
Weight: 7.7 lbs. (3.5 kg)
Ability: Overgrow

Pombon
Category: Puppy Pokémon
Type: Fire
Height: 1′4″ (0.4 m)
Weight: 14.8 lbs. (6.7 kg)
Ability: Blaze

Gecqua
Category: Water Gecko Pokémon
Type: Water
Height: 1′ (0.3 m)
Weight: 9.5 lbs. (4.3 kg)
Ability: Torrent

Alongside these starters, players can expect a special Pikachu variant, continuing the tradition of unique twists on the franchise’s mascot.

The reveal marks the first mainline Pokémon generation designed specifically for the Switch 2 hardware, promising enhanced visuals, smoother performance, and expanded gameplay mechanics.