Pokemon FireRed & LeafGreen Listed on Nintendo eShop
▼ Summary
– Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are listed on the eShop for a Nintendo Switch release on February 27, 2026, priced at $19.99 each.
– The games will feature local wireless play and will receive Pokémon Home support at a later date.
– The eShop listings vary by region, with different language options available in the US, EU, and Japanese stores.
– A special physical edition exclusive to Japan includes a download card, replica GameBoy Advance boxes, and a glass Poké Ball set.
– The games are currently only viewable in the eShop’s “Coming Soon” section and have not appeared on Nintendo’s official website or mobile app.
A listing for the classic games Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen has officially appeared in the “Coming Soon” section of the Nintendo eShop, signaling a highly anticipated return to the Kanto region on modern hardware. Each title is priced at $19.99 and is scheduled for a simultaneous release on February 27, 2026. The listings confirm support for local wireless play, with integration for Pokemon Home support planned for a future update.
It’s important for fans to note that separate listings exist for different languages and regions. The US eShop features versions in English, Spanish, and French, while the European shop adds German and Italian. The Japanese eShop listing is exclusively in Japanese. The official game description invites players to set off on a grand adventure to become the Pokémon League Champion, celebrating 30 years of the franchise with this Nintendo Switch version of the original Game Boy Advance titles.
The adventure involves exploring the expansive Kanto region, discovering wild Pokémon, and striving to complete the Pokédex. Trainers will earn badges by developing winning strategies against experienced Gym Leaders and uncover secrets on the path to being the best. This digital exclusive includes the additional Sevii Islands content, where more Pokémon await discovery. Players can also visit the Pokémon Wireless Club to trade, battle, and chat with other players using local wireless connectivity.
Currently, these listings are only visible through the eShop on a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 system within the “Coming Soon” tab. They have not yet appeared on the official Nintendo website or the mobile Nintendo Store app, making the eShop the primary source for this information.
In related news, a special physical edition has been announced exclusively for the Japanese market. This deluxe package will include a download card for the title of your choice, a replica of the original GameBoy Advance box for both games, and a collectible glass Poké Ball set with a protective case. The physical collectibles are the same whether purchasing the FireRed or LeafGreen version of this special edition. It is crucial to remember that this release is region-exclusive; the game title will be in Japanese and the download code will only be redeemable on the Japanese eShop.
A new trailer for the dual release is now available, showcasing the updated adventure.
(Source: Nintendo Everything)
