Bold headline: Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen preloads on Switch are live, and the countdown has officially begun.
The clock is ticking fast as fans anticipate the Switch eShop releases of Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen. If you’ve already preordered these titles for £16.99 / $19.99 each, you’ll be glad to know that preloads are now active in select regions around the world. This means you’ll have an entire week to admire the game icons on your home screen before launch day.
Here are the game icons, shared courtesy of Serebii.net:
As a reminder, the big date for the return of these classic Game Boy Advance titles is February 27, 2026. Nintendo confirms that the Switch versions include the same content as the original releases, with some modern tweaks to connectivity features to keep things up to date.
This release aligns with Pokémon Day and the upcoming Pokémon Presents, signaling even more Pokémon announcements as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations.
Have you managed to preload the games on your Switch home menu yet? Share your status and thoughts in the comments.
Notes: coverage and icon previews are provided by Serebii.net.
