Nintendo's Mysterious Countdown Could Point Toward A Pokémon Wind And Waves Reveal
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- The Pokémon Company (TPC) Japan has been posting cryptic countdowns on social media, likely culminating at 9 a.m. on November 30, 2026, sparking speculation about a major announcement.
- These posts feature Pokémon images and numbers that correspond to an hourly countdown, first noticed by Pokémon news source Joe Merrick of Serebii.
- While the countdown may relate to the 30th anniversary celebrations, it is considered unlikely to be a game release, as Pokémon Wind and Waves are now expected in 2027, breaking the usual three-year release cycle.
- The timing and pattern suggest a possible new Pokémon Presents event, potentially revealing new footage and Pokémon for the 10th generation, serving as a promotional kickoff a year before the anticipated 2027 launch.
- There remains a chance the announcement could be underwhelming, as Nintendo has a history of hyped events with minimal reveals.
