As the iconic Pokémon franchise approaches its 30th anniversary, The Pokémon Company group is preparing a landmark celebration.
To commemorate three decades of Pokémon, the company has officially scheduled a Pokémon Presents video presentation for Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6am PT / 2pm UK time.
Fans can tune in live via the official Pokémon YouTube and Twitch channels for the highly anticipated event, which promises major news for the brand’s global community.
In a major announcement ahead of Pokémon Day 2026, The Pokémon Company group confirmed that Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version will make their debut on Nintendo Switch immediately following the presentation.
These beloved classics will be available exclusively as digital downloads via the Nintendo eShop, priced at $19.99 / £16.99 each. Originally launched for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version are remakes of the groundbreaking Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green titles first released in Japan in 1996.
According to The Pokémon Company group, these games will not only be accessible on the current Nintendo Switch but also compatible with the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 console.
This ensures that both veteran fans and newcomers alike can experience these integral chapters of the Pokémon franchise, now enhanced for modern hardware. The digital-only re-release of Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version underscores The Pokémon Company’s ongoing commitment to celebrating its history while appealing to contemporary play habits.
The original releases garnered acclaim for revitalizing the Kanto region with updated graphics, expanded features, and modernized gameplay, all while preserving the core experience that defined Pokémon’s earliest successes.
In an official statement, a representative from The Pokémon Company group expressed enthusiasm for bringing these titles to the latest Nintendo platforms, reaffirming the company’s dedication to delivering memorable adventures for new generations of Pokémon Trainers.
Since their debut, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have sold millions of copies worldwide, contributing to the Pokémon series’ status as one of the best-selling video game franchises in history.
Their arrival on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 adds another compelling chapter to Pokémon’s enduring legacy, perfectly timed with the brand’s 30-year milestone. Fans eager to revisit or experience the classic Kanto journeys can look forward to purchasing Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version via the Nintendo eShop following the conclusion of the Pokémon Presents live stream on February 27, 2026.
To commemorate three decades of Pokémon, the company has officially scheduled a Pokémon Presents video presentation for Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6am PT / 2pm UK time.
Fans can tune in live via the official Pokémon YouTube and Twitch channels for the highly anticipated event, which promises major news for the brand’s global community.
In a major announcement ahead of Pokémon Day 2026, The Pokémon Company group confirmed that Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version will make their debut on Nintendo Switch immediately following the presentation.
These beloved classics will be available exclusively as digital downloads via the Nintendo eShop, priced at $19.99 / £16.99 each. Originally launched for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version are remakes of the groundbreaking Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green titles first released in Japan in 1996.
According to The Pokémon Company group, these games will not only be accessible on the current Nintendo Switch but also compatible with the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 console.
This ensures that both veteran fans and newcomers alike can experience these integral chapters of the Pokémon franchise, now enhanced for modern hardware. The digital-only re-release of Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version underscores The Pokémon Company’s ongoing commitment to celebrating its history while appealing to contemporary play habits.
The original releases garnered acclaim for revitalizing the Kanto region with updated graphics, expanded features, and modernized gameplay, all while preserving the core experience that defined Pokémon’s earliest successes.
In an official statement, a representative from The Pokémon Company group expressed enthusiasm for bringing these titles to the latest Nintendo platforms, reaffirming the company’s dedication to delivering memorable adventures for new generations of Pokémon Trainers.
Since their debut, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have sold millions of copies worldwide, contributing to the Pokémon series’ status as one of the best-selling video game franchises in history.
Their arrival on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 adds another compelling chapter to Pokémon’s enduring legacy, perfectly timed with the brand’s 30-year milestone. Fans eager to revisit or experience the classic Kanto journeys can look forward to purchasing Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version via the Nintendo eShop following the conclusion of the Pokémon Presents live stream on February 27, 2026.
