In a recent and significant security breach, more than a terabyte of sensitive data from Game Freak, the developer behind the iconic Pokémon series, has been leaked. This includes information on past and future Pokémon titles, most notably the confirmation of a Pokémon MMORPG currently in development, a project that has long been anticipated by fans.

Major Details Uncovered from the Pokémon Data Leak

Generation 10 Game and New Nintendo Console

Among the leaked files is information about the next major Pokémon installment, codenamed “Gaia,” which is expected to be part of Generation 10. According to the data, this game is being developed for both the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming next-gen console, rumored to be codenamed “Ounce.” The leak also revealed the game would leverage the enhanced hardware capabilities of the new console while remaining compatible with the older Switch model.

Pokémon MMORPG in Development

One of the most significant revelations from the leak is the existence of a Pokémon MMORPG. Game Freak is reportedly working in collaboration with ILCA, known for their work on Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, on this long-awaited title. The leaked information points to a focus on multiplayer and combat mechanics, potentially offering a more immersive and expansive online experience than ever seen in the Pokémon franchise.

Connection to Other Major Leaks

This breach follows a string of major hacking incidents in the gaming industry. Recently, Insomniac Games and Rockstar Games were also victims of large-scale data leaks, with the latter revealing details of the highly anticipated “GTA 6.” Game Freak now joins the ranks of studios that have faced the theft of crucial development data.