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Summary
A major highlight of the 30th-anniversary celebration is the return of the beloved 2004 Game Boy Advance remakes, Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version. The classic titles are officially making their way to the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 as download-exclusive releases. Both games will be available to play immediately following the conclusion of the Pokémon Presents broadcast.
Beyond the digital realm, The Pokémon Company is officially bridging the gap into the building block space through a landmark partnership with the LEGO Group. The highly anticipated collaboration will introduce the first-ever LEGO Pokémon sets, bringing iconic characters to life in brick form. The inaugural drop features five fan-favorite pocket monsters: Pikachu, Eevee, Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Additionally, the brand is rolling out a yearlong “What’s Your Favorite?” campaign, inviting fans to engage through a new snapshot feature in the mobile game Pokémon GO, which concurrently celebrates its 10th anniversary.
The Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Nintendo Switch ports and the initial LEGO Pokémon sets drop February 27, 2026.
Pokemon's 30th Anniversary is in 4 days on, February 27th, Happy 30th Anniversary to Pokemon!
press.pokemon.com
Summary
- The Pokémon Company has officially unveiled its plans for Pokémon Day 2026 to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary
- Classic titles Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are set to release digitally on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 systems
- The brand is also teaming up with the LEGO Group to launch the first-ever official LEGO Pokémon building sets
A major highlight of the 30th-anniversary celebration is the return of the beloved 2004 Game Boy Advance remakes, Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen Version. The classic titles are officially making their way to the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 as download-exclusive releases. Both games will be available to play immediately following the conclusion of the Pokémon Presents broadcast.
Beyond the digital realm, The Pokémon Company is officially bridging the gap into the building block space through a landmark partnership with the LEGO Group. The highly anticipated collaboration will introduce the first-ever LEGO Pokémon sets, bringing iconic characters to life in brick form. The inaugural drop features five fan-favorite pocket monsters: Pikachu, Eevee, Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Additionally, the brand is rolling out a yearlong “What’s Your Favorite?” campaign, inviting fans to engage through a new snapshot feature in the mobile game Pokémon GO, which concurrently celebrates its 10th anniversary.
The Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Nintendo Switch ports and the initial LEGO Pokémon sets drop February 27, 2026.
Pokemon's 30th Anniversary is in 4 days on, February 27th, Happy 30th Anniversary to Pokemon!
The Pokémon Company Group Reveals 2026 Pokémon Day Plans, Including Pokémon Presents Video Presentation Celebrating 30 Years of the Brand
The Pokémon Company Group Reveals 2026 Pokémon Day Plans, Including Pokémon Presents Video Presentation Celebrating 30 Years of the Brand
