Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen to arrive on Switch eShop Feb. 27, 2026
Nintendo announced that pokemon FireRed Version and pokemon LeafGreen Version will launch as standalone Switch eShop titles on Feb. 27, 2026, timed to follow a Pokemon Presents livestream scheduled the same day. The releases are being presented as part of the franchise's 30th anniversary activity and will be available for purchase immediately after the presentation.
Pokemon Presents timing and release
The company has scheduled a Pokemon Presents presentation for Feb. 27, and the livestream is slated to air at 9: 00 a. m. ET. The two Game Boy Advance-era remakes — FireRed and LeafGreen — will become available on the eShop after the presentation concludes.
Why FireRed and LeafGreen were chosen
Nintendo explained its decision by saying it "thought users would appreciate the ultimate versions of those original adventures, which add various features and upgrades to the contents of Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version. " That rationale drove the choice to release the GBA-era enhanced versions rather than offering standalone Switch re-releases of the original Red and Blue titles.
For fans wondering about other classic Game Boy entries, Nintendo has said it "have nothing to announce regarding any other potential titles. " That FAQ language leaves the company's wider plans for additional classic listings unclear at this time.
Pricing and availability details
The two titles will be sold as standalone purchases at a price of $19. 99 each in USD. They will not be added to the online service's classic games collection and instead will be offered as individual eShop downloads after the presentation.
What to watch next
The immediate forward view is clear: watch the Pokemon Presents event on Feb. 27 at 9: 00 a. m. ET for the formal release timing and any on-stream details. Beyond that, the FAQ's statement that there are no announcements about additional Game Boy-era titles means any expansion of classic releases would come through future company communications or updates to the FAQ.
Key takeaways:
- FireRed and LeafGreen will launch on Switch eShop on Feb. 27, 2026.
- Each game is priced at $19. 99 (USD) and will not be part of the classic games collection.
- Nintendo has no current announcements about other Game Boy titles joining the service.
