Koei Tecmo’s CEO Hisashi Koinuma is throwing shade at the mysterious Pokémon Pokopia. Despite a history of successful collabs, Koinuma admits to having “no real expectations” for the project.

Is this strategic distance or a sign of trouble? As the gaming market evolves, devs are shifting gears, keeping expectations low to navigate an increasingly competitive and unpredictable landscape.

Is this strategic distance or a sign of trouble? As the gaming market evolves, devs are shifting gears, keeping expectations low to navigate an increasingly competitive and unpredictable landscape.