so, you've probably heard by now that the pokemon firered and leafgreen ports for the switch have been selling like crazy - over 4 million units in just six weeks, which is kinda wild. i mean, i know some people were complaining about the pricing and a few bits of censorship, but i guess that didn't stop fans from grabbing their copies.



i've been playing these games on and off since they came out, and while they're not exactly the same as the originals, they're still super fun. the fact that you can transfer pokemon from these ports to modern games is a total game changer - home support is confirmed, which is awesome for anyone who wants to bring their retro teams into the current games. it's pretty cool to see how the older pokemon games hold up, and i love that they're still getting attention even after all these years.



as someone who's been playing pokemon games since i was a kid, it's amazing to see how well they've aged. the series has this inter-generational thing down pat - it's something that appeals to people of all ages, whether you're a retro gamer like me or just getting into the series now. and with the game boy advance turning 25, it's a great time to look back on some of the best games from that era. preorders are available at major retailers, so if you haven't grabbed your copy yet, what are you even doing.



i've been thinking a lot about what makes pokemon so special, and i think it's the way it brings people together. whether you're solving pokemon-themed puzzles or just playing through the games, there's this sense of community that's hard to find elsewhere. and with the new ports, it's easier than ever to get into the series -Read more: Full article on www.eurogamer.net

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