Pokemon FireRed Version and LeafGreen Version coming to Switch on February 27

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On February 27th, The Pokémon Company will bring Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version to the Nintendo Switch for $19.99 each. You can pre-order the games now through the Nintendo eShop.

The games will be sold in different versions depending on the language. In North America, you’ll find versions only in English, Spanish, and French. In Europe and other PAL regions, there will be versions available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. This is to stay true to how the games were originally released, and they won’t let you change the language within the game itself.

The Nintendo website for North America doesn’t have the game listed yet, but you can find it now on the New Zealand Nintendo website here:

  • Pokemon FireRed Version
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • German
    • Spanish
  • Pokemon LeafGreen Version
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • German
    • Spanish

And here is an overview of each game, via their store listings:

Pokemon FireRed Version

Set off on a grand adventure to become the Pokemon League Champion-now on Nintendo Switch!

Join the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with this Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon FireRed Version, a classic game originally on Game Boy Advance! Journey through the Kanto region, catch Pokémon everywhere you go, and try to fill your Pokedex. Collect badges by creating strong battle strategies to defeat Gym Leaders and discover hidden secrets on your path to becoming a top Trainer.

Explore the Sevii Islands – a digital bonus area filled with even more Pokémon to discover! Plus, connect with other players locally to trade, battle, and chat at the Pokémon Wireless Club!

Support for Pokemon HOME is coming soon.

Soon, you’ll be able to transfer the Pokémon you catch and train in Pokémon FireRed Version to Pokémon HOME, the place where all your Pokémon come together!

This version of the game is true to the original release, so each language is sold as a separate version. You won’t be able to change the language within the game itself, so please make sure you choose the correct language before you buy. Also, to play with others, you’ll need additional games and a compatible system, which are sold separately.

Pokemon LeafGreen Version

Set off on a grand adventure to become the Pokemon League Champion-now on Nintendo Switch!

Join the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with this Nintendo Switch version of the classic Pokémon LeafGreen Version, originally enjoyed on the Game Boy Advance! Journey through the Kanto region, find Pokémon everywhere you go, and try to catch them all to complete your Pokedex. Collect badges by creating strong battle strategies to defeat challenging Gym Leaders and reveal exciting secrets as you strive to become a top Trainer.

Explore the exciting Sevii Islands, packed with even more Pokémon to discover! Plus, connect with other players locally to trade, battle, and chat at the Pokémon Wireless Club.

Support for Pokemon HOME is coming soon.

Now you’ll be able to transfer Pokémon you catch and train in Pokémon LeafGreen Version to Pokémon HOME! Support for Pokémon HOME is being added to the game.

This version of the game is true to the original release, so each language is sold as a separate version. You won’t be able to change the language within the game itself, so please make sure you’re buying the correct language version. Also, to play with others, you’ll need additional games and a compatible system, which are sold separately.

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2026-02-20 10:02