In this episode, we dive into our thoughts on the recent Pokemon Presents event, where we found ourselves disappointed by the lack of substantial announcements. We explore the predatory nature of mobile games and the challenges of monetization, while also sharing our excitement for the upcoming Pokemon TCG Pocket game. Our conversation revolves around the speculation and analysis of the recently announced Pokemon Legends AZ game. We dissect the different interpretations of the logo and sift through the leaks and predictions surrounding the game. We compare it to previous Pokemon titles, expressing our desire for more depth and variety in gameplay. We discuss the representation of cities in main series Pokemon games and the technical challenges faced by Game Freak. Despite uncertainties, we remain hopeful and excited for the game's release. In this episode, we speculate on the release dates of upcoming Pokemon games and discuss the unpredictable nature of Pokemon's release schedule. We share our predictions for Gen 10 and the rumored Switch 2. The conversation shifts to the potential release of a new Switch console and its impact on Pokemon games. We discuss Nintendo's use of gimmicks and the importance of game quality. We also touch on the performance of Scarlet and Violet and the optimizations made by players. The episode concludes with our reflections on Pokemon Day and our speculation for future games.

Approximate Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Pokemon Day

01:17 Disappointment with Pokemon Presents

04:09 Excitement for Pokemon TCG Pocket

05:46 Pokemon Legends: Arceus Announcement

14:40 Speculation on Pokemon Legends: Arceus

16:03 Speculation about Pokemon Legends AZ

18:19 Discussion about leaks and predictions

19:24 Previous experiences with in-development footage

20:05 Analysis of the trailer and speculation about the game

22:16 Comparison of Pokemon Legends Arceus and Scarlet and Violet

23:29 The representation of cities in main series Pokemon games

24:14 Desire for more depth and variety in gameplay

26:05 Speculation about the redevelopment of Lumiose City

28:33 Discussion about the game's development and technical issues

30:09 Hope for an ambitious and creative approach

34:27 Concerns about Game Freak's statements

35:18 Anticipation for the game despite uncertainties

37:05 Speculation on Release Dates

38:12 Pokemon's Unpredictable Release Schedule

39:16 Predictions for Gen 10 and Switch 2

40:24 Rumors of a New Switch

41:15 Nintendo's Gimmicks and Game Quality

42:14 Pokemon Legends: Arceus as a Cyberpunk-style Game

43:05 Switch 2 and Scarlet/Violet Performance

44:10 The Success of Nintendo's Games

45:09 Optimizations for Scarlet/Violet

46:17 Satire and Lore in Helldivers

48:35 Reflecting on Pokemon Day and Speculating for the Future

51:30 Other Games Being Playe

d55:53 Closing Remarks