New Leak Points to Who Might Be Directing Pokémon Gen 10

Exciting news is circulating about the future of the Pokémon franchise. Recent rumors suggest that developers Hiroyuki Tani and Katsuhiko Ichiraku are the creative leads for the upcoming project often referred to as Pokémon Winds and Waves. Both directors have plenty of experience with the series and are well known for their work on the expansions for Pokémon Sword and Shield as well as Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

For many fans, this news feels significant because it suggests a level of continuity in how these games are built. The pair has helped shape some of the most popular recent content, and seeing them take the reins for Gen 10 gives us a hint at what kind of design choices we might see when the next main series title finally arrives.

Keep in mind that nothing is official yet. Neither Game Freak nor The Pokémon Company have confirmed these details. Until we hear an official announcement, we should treat these rumors with a grain of salt, but it is certainly fun to speculate on what direction the next generation of games will take.