A new Pokémon leak suggests that Game Freak could be developing its most ambitious project yet — an MMO-style remake allowing players to explore multiple regions, including Hoenn and Sinnoh. If true, this could be the franchise’s first real step toward the online multiplayer experience fans have been asking for over the past two decades.
Multiplayer Expansion Beyond Scarlet and Violet
While the Pokémon franchise has always featured competitive battling, true cooperative play has been limited. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet introduced shared exploration for up to four trainers, a significant step forward, but fans have long dreamed of a full-scale online adventure.
The newly rumored project could finally make that dream a reality, blending open-world exploration and online connectivity in a way never before seen in a mainline Pokémon game.
Project “Seed” Reportedly in Development
According to a recent leak from CentroLeaks, the new game — reportedly codenamed Project Seed — will act as a large-scale, multi-region remake. The leak claims players will be able to walk seamlessly from Sinnoh to Hoenn, suggesting a connected open world rather than isolated regions.
The source also mentions that the project is currently being prototyped as an online multiplayer experience, with the potential to include additional regions such as Kanto and Johto later in development. This could effectively make it the first-ever Pokémon MMO, offering a connected universe for players to explore together.
Next-Gen Pokémon Experience for Switch 2
The alleged project is said to be targeting the Nintendo Switch 2, which aligns with reports that it will be a “next-gen” title. Given its scale, it’s expected to follow the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A — rumored to launch in 2025 — meaning this MMO remake likely wouldn’t arrive before late 2027 at the earliest.
With multiple regions, online systems, and large-scale environments, it would represent one of the most technically ambitious projects ever undertaken by Game Freak.
Fans Excited but Cautious About the Leak
As expected, the leak has already sparked intense discussion among the Pokémon community. Many players are excited about the idea of revisiting beloved regions with friends, while others remain skeptical due to the scale of the project and Game Freak’s technical track record.
Regardless, this is far from the only Pokémon leak making waves. Information about Pokémon Legends: Z-A and even early details about Generation 10 have surfaced online, hinting that the franchise may be heading into one of its most experimental eras yet.
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