Details of an unreleasedPokémontitle have leaked, and some of the images and gameplay footage are intriguing, to say the least. The title is known as the codename Rodeo, and the leaks showcase an MMO that allows fans to ride on the backs of Pokémon and attack from above.
Even though there are several screenshots and gameplay, take all of these leaks with a grain of salt, as this title has allegedly been in the works since 2019. While the details are a bit foggy at this time, the X post and thread from@CentroLeakshave shown several ideas that may still be in development.
[Warning: This article contains possible spoilers for an upcoming Pokémon title]
Trainers Can Ride Pokémon As Gameplay Footage Surfaces
Attacking From Above With Poke Balls May Just Be The New Meta
Pokémon Rodeois said to be an online co-op title where trainers will go head to head battling other Pokémon throughout the world. The key difference between this title and the previous ones is that trainers can seemingly ride on the backs of ridable Pokémon to attack with the use of Poke Balls.
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Though these leaks just surfaced today, this is not the first time the concept and idea have been brought to light.Rodeohas been in development since at least 2019 according to the original X post, and it was also mentioned that these “new” details line up with another codenamed title mentioned,Synapse.Synapsewas first brought up after theseries of leaksthat began when Game Freak was hacked earlier this month.
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While These Leaks May Not Be New, They Are Undoubtedly Cool
WhilePokémonfans have had a taste of the open world throughout multiple titles over the years, a full-fledged MMO could be a huge boost to the franchise. Though a different title,Palworldmade waves for being so similar toPokémonyet so different in the sense that it introduced full open-world elements, building, crafting, and more. One can only wonder if the success of the very similar creature collector is the reason for the revival of the long-lost MMO known as either Rodeo or Synapse.
While none of these details are concrete and there is no evidence proving this title is still in active development, it would be very neat to take on the world ofPokémonas I remember it within an open-world MMO setting. As it seems that the main feature here is riding on Pokémon and attacking other creatures with Poke Balls, this could be a very cool mechanic that breathes new life into an already iconic and beloved franchise. The authenticity of these leaks will present itself over time, but for now, fans can revel in the thought of a newPokémonMMO making its way to the masses.
