Fan Theories

Following the release of an extended trailer for Pokémon Pokopia, fans have theorized that the upcoming cozy Pokémon game is set on a post-volcanic Cinnabar Island from the original Kanto region games. The theory draws on visual clues like a ruined Pokémon Center and a Generation 1 Pokédex, suggesting a darker backstory amid the game's cheerful restoration mechanics. Pokémon Pokopia launches on March 5, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2.