New details about the new game in the tenth generation of the "Pokémon" series (rumored to be named "Wind and Waves") have recently leaked online.The ninth-generation work "Pokémon Crimson/Purple" will be released in the form of an open world in 2022. Now players are increasingly looking forward to the trends of the new generation of works.

On November 16, 2025, the well-known whistleblower @Light_88_ revealed on social platforms that the tenth generation of "Pokémon" will return to the turn-based battle mode.The new work, tentatively titled "Pokémon: Wind and Waves," will combine classic elements and innovative gameplay from multiple works in the series.Leaked information also shows that while retaining the turn-based framework, this game will introduce a "Pokémon Legend: Arceus"-style battle free movement mechanism, and wild battles will be triggered instantly on the world map.

Given that the real-time combat adopted in "Pokémon Legend: Z-A" has been generally well received by players, the decision to return to the turn-based system in "Wind and Waves" is surprising.From the perspective of development strategy, Game Freak chose to explore combat system innovation in the "Legend" derivative series, and it makes sense to maintain the classic experience in the orthodox sequel that opens a new era.

Since the advent of "Pokémon Red/Green" on the Game Boy platform, turn-based combat has always been the iconic battle system of the series.This design allows players to formulate tactics calmly during trainer battles.It has not yet been confirmed whether Game Freak regards real-time combat as a failed attempt - although this innovation has been recognized by many players, there is indeed some negative feedback.