Pokemon RSE Switch ports confirmed via Home update
For years, fans have been chasing a tantalizing rumor: the full suite of classic Pokémon games—Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald—on the Nintendo Switch. The theory is fueled by highly suspicious glimpses, but today, a recent update from The Pokémon Company has provided some very compelling ammunition for those who believe the next generation of adventures is just around the corner.
The initial spark for this speculation came from footage shared by an official Japanese Pokémon Twitter account. These clips, which were surprisingly crisp for a 2002 Game Boy Advance title and only 30 seconds long, immediately raised eyebrows. They looked suspiciously like the kind of content you’d expect from a modern Switch release, setting the stage for the fan theory that the other Generation 3 games would eventually join the ported lineup.
The groundwork for this theory was just laid, however, by a recent release: an update to the Pokémon Home application. This new feature allows players to transfer their FireRed and LeafGreen monsters into the app, creating a bridge between the classic and modern experiences. While this process is convenient, it also opens a new avenue for speculation about what else the company might be planning.
The real hint, according to some observers, lies in the interface of this new app. A user pointed out that the menu button used for navigating to old games is labeled simply “GBA games”, rather than specifically naming FireRed and LeafGreen. This subtle wording suggests a potential roadmap, hinting that the path is being cleared for other classic titles, such as Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, to follow.
Of course, this is just a theory, and we must remain grounded. A button labeled “GBA games” is undeniably more space-efficient than a button specifically naming the two games that are already massive sellers thanks to the recent Switch re-releases. However, when you factor in the enormous financial incentive, the potential for new revenue, and the sheer popularity of the core franchise, it seems unlikely The Pokémon Company would leave potential Gen 3 ports off the table.
With the successful re-releases already boosting the sales of FireRed and LeafGreen, the next logical step for the company is clearly to explore further monetization opportunities. The door is open, and with the clear evidence provided by the new application, the speculation is no longer just fan chatter—it’s a compelling look at what the future of Pokémon gaming might hold.
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