Pokemon Winds and Waves FAQ
By the Respawndex editorial team. Updated November 13, 2026 in Pokemon Winds and Waves
Checked against official sources on November 13, 2026. How we check facts
These are the questions people ask most about Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves, answered using only official announcements and clearly attributed reports. The short version: the games are Nintendo Switch 2 exclusives due in 2027, the starters are Browt, Pombon and Gecqua, and the region name has not been announced yet.
How these answers work
Every answer on this page falls into one of three groups:
- Confirmed: stated plainly, because it comes from The Pokemon Company, the official game site or Nintendo's store page.
- Reported: attributed to the outlet that reported it, such as Video Games Chronicle on the Generation 10 question.
- Not announced: stated as not announced, with no guessing about what it might be.
The answers were last verified on November 13, 2026.
Quick reference
| Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Release date | 2027, same day worldwide, exact date not announced |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 only |
| Developer | GAME FREAK |
| Starters | Browt (Grass), Pombon (Fire), Gecqua (Water) |
| Region name | Not announced |
| Generation | Widely reported as Generation 10 |
| Price and pre-orders | Not announced |
| Legendaries | Not announced |
| Rating | ESRB rating pending |
Want more detail?
Each topic has its own page with more context. The starters page has each partner's category and Ability, and everything confirmed so far collects every detail in one list, including the version outfits, the two special Pikachu and the main theme. For an overview of the games, start at the Pokemon Winds and Waves hub.
If a question is not answered here, it is usually because the answer has not been announced. We will add it once official information is available.
FAQ
When does Pokemon Winds and Waves come out?
Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves are due in 2027 and will launch on the same day worldwide. No exact release date has been announced, and official pages still list only 2027.
Is Pokemon Winds and Waves on the original Nintendo Switch?
No. The games are Nintendo Switch 2 only, and there is no original Nintendo Switch version.
Who are the Pokemon Winds and Waves starters?
The starters are Browt, the Bean Chick Pokemon (Grass), Pombon, the Puppy Pokemon (Fire), and Gecqua, the Water Gecko Pokemon (Water).
What is the Pokemon Winds and Waves region called?
The region name has not been announced. The setting is an open world of windswept islands and a vast ocean, and no real-world inspiration has been officially stated.
Is Pokemon Winds and Waves Generation 10?
The games are widely reported as the start of Generation 10, for example by Video Games Chronicle. Official materials call them the newest entries in the Pokemon RPG series without naming a generation number.
Who is developing Pokemon Winds and Waves?
GAME FREAK is developing Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves.
When were Pokemon Winds and Waves announced?
They were revealed on February 27, 2026, at the Pokemon Presents for Pokemon Day and the series' 30th anniversary.
How much will Pokemon Winds and Waves cost, and can I pre-order?
Prices and editions have not been announced. The Nintendo store page shows no price and no pre-order yet.
Have any legendary Pokemon been revealed for Winds and Waves?
No. Legendary Pokemon have not been announced, and none have appeared in official materials.
Is Pokemon Winds and Waves open world?
Yes. The games have an open world to explore across islands and ocean, and you work with your Pokemon to get past rough terrain and natural forces.
What is different between Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves?
One confirmed difference is the player character's outfit: a light wide-brim hat in Winds and a blue cap in Waves.
What languages will Pokemon Winds and Waves support?
Japanese, English, European Spanish, Latin American Spanish, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. Brazilian Portuguese is new for the series.
Sources
- Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves official site, The Pokemon Company
- Pokemon Winds (Nintendo Switch 2) product page, Nintendo of America
- Announcing Two All-New Entries in the Pokemon Series: Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves, The Pokemon Company (press portal)
- Pokemon Continues 30th Celebrations with the Unveiling of Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves, the Newest Entries in the Pokemon Video Game Series, The Pokemon Company International (press site)
- Pokemon Winds and Waves revealed: new games coming in 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, Video Games Chronicle
- Pokemon Winds and Waves: release date, starters, region and everything we know, GamingBible