Pokemon Winds And Waves: pokemon winds and waves revealed in new trailer
The announcement on Pokémon Day in celebration of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary unveiled pokemon winds and waves as the next mainline entries, accompanied by a trailer and starter details. Coverage described a watercolor-style trailer, three new Starter Pokémon, two new Pikachu variants, and the games’ exclusivity on Nintendo Switch 2.
Trailer and watercolor scenes
The trailer for Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves was described as a literal art piece, a watercolor fantasy that shows Pikachu and many other Pokémon frolicking through peaceful scenes that move from city to park to grand mansions and the beach. The coverage called the nature theme "gorgeous" and said "we're obsessed with this nature theme, " noting how the visuals introduce a calm, element-driven world.
Pokemon Winds And Waves game details
The official synopsis published with the announcement describes open-world play: "These new titles feature an open world to explore, with beautiful windswept islands and a vast ocean with glittering waves that ebb and flow. The Pokémon that live in harmony with this region’s lush environment have developed their own unique ecosystems. By visiting these islands, you’re sure to open the door to a brand-new adventure that could only be found here. " It adds that "during this adventure, you’ll be able to team up with all kinds of Pokémon to overcome both the difficult road ahead and even the forces of nature that block your path at times. "
New Starter Pokémon revealed
The announcement confirmed three new Starter Pokémon for the two games: Browt, Pombon, and Gecqua. Browt is described as the Bean Chick Pokémon and will be the grass-type Starter choice. Pombon is described as the Puppy Pokémon and will be the fire-type Starter choice. Gecqua is described as the Water Gecko Pokémon and will be the water-type Starter choice.
Mr. Windycu and Ms. Wavychu
Alongside those starters, the trailer introduces two glam, beach-ready Pikachu named Mr. Windycu and Ms. Wavychu, described as "Pikachu with a brand-new look. " The coverage noted, "We assume we know who we will befriend in each game, " while also saying "we don’t know what these Pikachus are up to yet. " The announcement materials tease that these "Pikachu with a brand-new look" will "be involved in your adventure" and invite fans to "look forward to future announcements. "
Release information and unknown date
The Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves games will be released exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. Early coverage said a release date was part of the announcement, but also noted that Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves do not yet have an exact release date; the available text of the announcement cuts off with "T". Fans were urged to await further updates.
Briefly noted alongside the games coverage was a separate short item titled "IGN Error 418 - I am a teapot, " which included the line: "Short and stout, this is my handle, this is my spout. "
The trailer, the three Starter Pokémon—Browt, Pombon, and Gecqua—the two Pikachu variants Mr. Windycu and Ms. Wavychu, the open-world description of windswept islands and a vast ocean, the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusivity, and the unfinished statement about the exact release date are all part of the announcement surrounding Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves.
