This weekend, Game Freak became a hot topic after a massive amount of confidential information began circulating due to an alleged hack. Among the gigabytes of data, alongside beta versions of Pokémon games, were details hinting at the much-rumored Nintendo Switch 2.
The leaked files not only contained information on early Pokémon game builds but also revealed the code name of Nintendo’s top-secret new console, which the company has yet to officially acknowledge.
Unlike the Nintendo Switch, where the code name had been shared publicly long before its release, Nintendo has remained tight-lipped about its upcoming system. Fans are still calling it "Nintendo Switch 2" since no official name has been provided.
What is the code name for the Nintendo Switch 2? Game Freak’s new title may arrive on Nintendo’s next console
According to this confidential information leak from Game Freak, it appears that the code name for Nintendo's new console is "Ounce."
This name may sound familiar to some, as earlier reports from informants like Pyoro and Necrolipe had mentioned this code name in their leaks. This new information seems to support those earlier claims.
Additionally, the leak suggests that Game Freak is already working on its first project for Ounce. However, this game might not be exclusive to the new system. The leaked files indicate that the Nintendo Switch is also included, meaning that Gaia could have a cross-generational release, which would be unprecedented for mainline Pokémon titles.
Please treat this information as unofficial, as neither Game Freak, Nintendo, nor The Pokémon Company have confirmed or denied the leak. We’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available.
In case you missed it: The Nintendo Switch 2 could cost the same as the disc-less PlayStation 5.
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