Game Freak, the primary developer behind the iconic Pokémon franchise, has reportedly suffered a substantial hack.
Consequently, a wealth of source code, confidential information, and other behind-the-scenes data has begun to surface online, according to Nintendo Everything.
So far, the source code for Pokémon HeartGold / SoulSilver and Black 2 / White 2 has emerged, captivating the Pokémon community.
Intriguing codenames have also come to light, including “Gaia” for Generation 10. This new generation is said to be developed for a platform dubbed “Ounce,” potentially confirming the codename for the anticipated Switch 2.
Moreover, the project codenamed “Ikkaku” is speculated to be Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Another fascinating codename, “Synapse,” has surfaced.
Although its specifics are uncertain, the report suggest it could be an unreleased multiplayer battle title, possibly a PvP or MMO game. ILCA, known for their work on Pokémon Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl, is reportedly involved in this mysterious project.
Game Freak confirmed the leak, stating that a third party gained unauthorised access to a server in August 2024, and other than games-related data, the hacker also managed to get hold of data from both former and current employees, including names and email addresses.