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Switch eShop versions of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen fix the long-standing “roaming roar” bug from the original GBA games: after Raikou or Entei roars, they can still be caught later and their Pokedex entries remain, instead of being deleted from the game. The fix was showcased by OmegaJarrodX on social media, aligning the Switch ports with the game’s original intent.
On the Nintendo Switch ports of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen, players can obtain the Mystic and Aurora Tickets by simply defeating the Elite Four and entering the Hall of Fame, which adds the tickets to their inventories and unlocks events to catch Lugia, Ho-Oh, and Deoxys (including shiny hunts).
Kotaku breaks down which Pokémon are exclusive to each version of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen ahead of their Switch release, helping players decide which version to buy or trade for, and notes that both games will land on the eShop after the 30th anniversary Pokémon Presents, with rumors of Wind and Wave in the works.
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen for Switch released Feb 27, 2026 at £16.99/$19.99 and have already topped the Switch eShop charts in the US, UK, Japan, and Australia, with FireRed in first and LeafGreen second. Nintendo confirms the ports contain the same content as the originals but add modern connectivity and Pokémon Home support; it’s a special 30th‑anniversary release with no Virtual Console revival planned. Reactions are mixed, with critics arguing about price and hoping for more classic titles in the future.
Preloads for Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch are live in select regions ahead of their February 27, 2026 launch. Each title is listed at £16.99 / $19.99, retains the original content with some connectivity updates, and coincides with Pokémon Day and Pokémon Presents—Nintendo encourages players to preview the game icons on their home screens and share thoughts in the comments.
Nintendo will release Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version on Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2) as paid downloads on Pokémon Day, not via Nintendo Switch Online. The remakes will cost £16.99 on the eShop and go live after the Pokémon Presents broadcast on February 27.