New Pokemon Starters Debut with 10th‑Generation Reveal For Winds and Waves, Set for 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2

The long wait for New Pokemon Starters ended when the Pokémon Presents 30th anniversary livestream unveiled the 10th generation games Winds and Waves, confirming a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2. The presentation delivered a first trailer, three new starter Pokémon and a slate of legacy and new releases tied to the franchise’s lineup.

New Pokemon Starters Revealed: Browt, Pombon and Gecqua

The three starters were shown by name and type: Browt, a grass‑type chick; Pombon, a fiery, Pomeranian‑inspired Pokémon; and Gecqua, a water gecko. Presenting three distinct elemental starters establishes the classic Grass/Fire/Water trio for the 10th generation and gives players immediate choices at the outset of Winds and Waves.

Pokémon Presents 30th Anniversary Livestream Unveils Gen 10

The announcement arrived during the Pokémon Presents 30th anniversary livestream as the first look at the long‑awaited 10th generation. The two titles, Winds and Waves, were shown together and are slated to launch in 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2, a timetable the presentation linked directly to the reveal.

Trailer Scenes: Tropius, Wailord, Tailow and Slugma Map an Expansive Region

A short trailer zoomed across an unnamed region that appeared more expansive and detailed than recent releases such as Scarlet and Violet and Legends Z‑A. Scenes included a tropical forest with a roaming Tropius and Gloom, an ocean with a gigantic Wailord spewing water from its spout, grassy plains with Tailow in flight, and a lava‑filled volcano with Slugma oozing around. The trailer also flashed a massive tower floating in the water that could be some kind of gym, and a beachside town with buildings connected by aquatic bridges.

The trailer emphasized a robust day‑night cycle, showing different Pokémon appearing during early morning, at sunset and at dusk. Because the clip specifically staged wildlife and landmarks across those time windows, the presentation implied that temporal shifts will affect which Pokémon appear and how the region is experienced.

Customization Cue: Costumed Pikachus at an Oceanfront Home

In the final minutes of the presentation a teaser opened on an oceanfront home where a knock at the door revealed two costumed Pikachus, suggesting a new level of customization for the franchise’s mascot. One Pikachu wore sunglasses, a white hat and a floral shirt; the other wore a blue cap with a matching dress. The presence of dressed Pikachus in the teaser points directly to cosmetic options being visible in the world and potentially selectable by players.

What makes this notable is the combination of an open, detailed environment and visible character customization: together they hint at a more personalized visual experience across the new region.

Legacy Releases and Pokémon Champions Timetable

The livestream also confirmed that classic entries are returning: FireRed and LeafGreen will join Nintendo Switch Online, and the 2005 GameCube title Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness will be added as well. Separately, a new battling game, Pokémon Champions, will release on the Switch in April and will arrive on mobile devices later this year, adding an immediate competitive outlet while Winds and Waves prepare for their 2027 launch on Nintendo Switch 2.

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The combined reveal establishes Winds and Waves as the next major entries for the franchise, sets the 2027 launch window on Nintendo Switch 2, introduces three new starter species and previews gameplay elements—day‑night cycling, expansive biomes, visible customization and possible aquatic gym structures—that will shape early coverage and player expectations.