Pokémon Co., Ltd. announced today that " Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green, " originally released in 2004 for the Game Boy Advance, will be distributed as Nintendo Switch software. The game will be released on Friday, February 27, 2026, and will be available in a special edition that includes a download card, a glass Monster Ball object, and more.
"Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green" will be available on Nintendo Switch!
Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green " for the Game Boy Advance, originally released in 2004, will be distributed on Nintendo Switch! This title is a remake of the first title in the series , "Pokémon Red and Green". The game retains the excitement and charm of the original Pokémon, but the graphics have evolved to color and a new map of Nanashima has been added.
ポケットモンスターオフィシャルサイトThe Nintendo Switch version allows Pokémon exchange and communication battles via local communication without the need for a wireless adapter. You can enjoy new adventures with Pokémon and other Pokémon with the memories of those days.
Downloadable cards and special editions are also available!
ポケットモンスターオフィシャルサイトOnly the downloadable version of this software will be available for sale and can be played after the broadcast of Pokémon Presents, which is scheduled to air on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 23:00. The price is 2,000 yen each (tax included). Download cards with download numbers will also be available starting Saturday, February 28, 2026.
In addition, a luxurious special edition will also be available, which includes packaging that recreates the design of the game when it was first released and a glass Monster Ball object. It will be available exclusively at the Pokémon Center Online from 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Game music will also be available on "Nintendo Music."
Nintendo Music ", a smartphone application for "Nintendo Switch Online" subscribers, will start distributing "Pokemon Fire Red and Leaf Green" game music! Enjoy nostalgic music anytime, anywhere.
For more information on the software, please visit the official Pokemon website.