A highly anticipated listing for Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen has been added to the “Coming Soon” section of the eShop, with each game priced at $19.99 and a release date set for February 27, 2026. As both titles celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, they will be available on the Nintendo Switch, bringing classic adventures to a new generation of players.
The games will support local wireless play, and while each listing caters to different languages—offering English, Spanish, and French for the US eShop, additional German and Italian options in the EU, and Japanese exclusively in Japan—both titles promise the same thrilling content. The eShop descriptions indicate that players will embark on a grand adventure in the Kanto region, aiming to become the Pokémon League Champion. Players can explore the region, catch wild Pokémon, and strive to complete their Pokédex.
In an exciting addition, the digital versions will include the Sevii Islands, offering even more Pokémon to discover. The Pokémon Wireless Club will also allow players to trade, battle, and chat using local wireless capabilities, enhancing the community experience.
Support for Pokémon HOME is anticipated to be introduced soon, enabling players to transfer the Pokémon they’ve captured and trained into a centralized location where all Pokémon converge.
Initially, these listings were only accessible via the eShop on Nintendo Switch systems, but they are now also featured on Nintendo’s official website. This release is a nostalgic yet modern take on beloved classics, promising to engage both longtime fans and new players alike with nostalgic gameplay and updated features. The excitement around these titles signifies a hopeful continuation of the Pokémon legacy, ensuring that the spirit of adventure lives on in the hearts of gamers.