Overview

• Unauthorized copies for the original Switch are circulating on ROM sites days before the October 16 release, while the Switch 2 build has not surfaced.
• Dataminers have posted a complete Pokédex along with move lists, items, and additional Mega Evolutions extracted from the leaked build.
• VGC and Eurogamer report numerous Twitch channels streaming gameplay from the leak ahead of the official launch.
• GamesRadar reports a separate cache dubbed the “Freakleak” allegedly includes roughly 70GB of Game Freak data and in‑development materials, with its connection to the retail build unclear.
• Reporting reiterates that downloading leaked ROMs is illegal and may lead to DMCA takedowns, account or device bans, and other legal consequences.