"Among these was an early look at Pokémon Wind and , the Generation X games coming to Switch 2. The big news out of these leaks was that the games will have procedurally generated worlds and a focus on exploration, but there was one smaller reveal in all of this that also has caught the internet's eye: Pikachu, the beloved little yellow guy, is seemingly getting a redesign."
"When I see this version of Pikachu in merchandise, I usually find it pretty cute. Oftentimes he's wearing a costume, so the rounder head helps him keep his plump cuteness while those clothes cover his body and change his silhouette. Even when he's in his birthday suit, he's usually in a dynamic pose that masks just how different this design is compared to the more full-bodied model seen in most of the games."
A second wave of Game Freak leaks spread online, revealing several new and canceled projects at the developer, including early looks at Pokémon Wind and the Generation X games for Switch 2. The upcoming titles reportedly feature procedurally generated worlds and emphasize exploration. Leaked model files show a redesigned Pikachu with a more oval-shaped head resembling modern 2D merchandise and promo art. The design shift highlights a long-term slimming and anthropomorphizing trend since the 1990s, with longer arms and a less rounded body, prompting mixed reactions and debate among fans about nostalgia and character proportions.
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