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Pokémon's 30th Anniversary: New Merch Surfaces
10 Oct
Summary
- New pins inspired by Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald are available for pre-order.
- Rumors suggest ports of these Game Boy Advance titles may launch on Nintendo Switch.
- Fans express mixed feelings about potential Switch ports versus original hardware.
The Pokémon franchise is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades since its 1996 launch in Japan. To commemorate this milestone, fans can now pre-order new merchandise inspired by the popular 2002 Game Boy Advance titles, Pokémon Ruby Version and Pokémon Sapphire Version, along with Pokémon Emerald Version from 2004. These items include pins featuring the game logos, sparkles, and iconic legendary Pokémon like Groudon, Kyogre, and Rayquaza.
Adding to the excitement, recent rumors suggest that these Generation 3 titles might be released as ports on the Nintendo Switch. Insider reports indicate a potential launch in September or October. However, fan reception to these rumored ports is divided. Some players are eager to revisit these classics on a modern console, while others expressed a preference for playing on original Game Boy Advance hardware, citing concerns about connectivity features for modern games.
