Pokemon FireRed Version

 Game Boy Advance
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 593 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 64 out of 593
  3. Negative: 21 out of 593
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  1. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    This is classic.
  2. Visitbr
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    é incrível como o jogo funciona muito bem, é muito bem balanceado e polido, com certeza um dos melhores pokemon ja feito
  3. Eyean
    Aug 6, 2023
    8
    Takes the original Red/Blue and makes them actually playable, what more could you ask for? Kanto is a well made region, and these games show that off nicely. Could of been even better if we got any substantial new content as well.
  4. sathvik_
    Aug 1, 2023
    8
    This was my first pokemon game and obv i have a special place for this game. Its the 2nd best pokemon game ive played
  5. DonTheGamer
    Jul 15, 2023
    8
    You can't go more classic that this game. This game marks the beginning of the legendary franchise. While most people played this game as kids, I played this game as a teen, and can say that it's as good as people are claiming it to be! Truly a must play title!!!
  6. Smg7
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    First pokemon game i have ever beaten, and the only pokemon game i have beaten more than once. It's a fun time. Although my enjoyment with the game comes mostly from nostalgia
  7. PauloH23
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    Os pokemons de antigamente eram muito bons este foi o primeiro o qual joguei, muito bom .
  8. RatingRating
    May 27, 2023
    8
    This is actually a very good game. Though I have one problem with this game: It is just a glorified version of the original Gen 1 games. Sure they added abilities and improved graphics by a LOT, but at the core, it is just Kanto.
  9. Marioipod13
    May 25, 2023
    10
    Best version of Kanto yet, this is better than Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee. Very colorful and creative, and has a more creative way than modern games to keep it a semi-faithful remake without removing tons of features.
  10. davitolucena
    May 12, 2023
    10
    Primeiro pokemon que joguei foi oque mim fez entra na franquia nos jogos o anime eu já assistia quando criança eu adorei o jogo até onde eu entendi esse fire Red é um remake ser for mesmo achei muito até fui atrás de algunhas hacker roms na net a fora
  11. JasonFajardo
    May 5, 2023
    8
    Great remake, fixing all the original problems of Pokémon Red makes this one better than the original version.
  12. skdcraw
    Apr 11, 2023
    8
    The first games Pokemon appeared in were Blue and Red. Everyone has heard of these legendary games. However, they are a bit old. So old that they're hard to play. That's why this game helps us experience the first game in a more modern way. Because old games are really old.

    The game looks pretty sweet. Everything's crisp. The music is sweet. The Pokemon are cute. I mean, it's just a    The first games Pokemon appeared in were Blue and Red. Everyone has heard of these legendary games. However, they are a bit old. So old that they're hard to play. That's why this game helps us experience the first game in a more modern way. Because old games are really old.

    The game looks pretty sweet. Everything's crisp. The music is sweet. The Pokemon are cute. I mean, it's just a sweet game. Who's looking for realism anyway? The animations are pretty good. Some of them look funny without effects, but I think they have better animations than nothing or a little shaking. I also don't need to mention how much better they are compared to the old versions. For a game on such a large scale for their platform, it has great visuals and music.

    And the story of the game, well, it's a pokemon story. You have to catch them all, blah blah blah. I don't think anyone will be too interested in the pokemon story. Of course, it may have a deep lore like where these pokemons came from, but the story presented to us is that we are kicked out of our village by saying go play pokemon and go on an adventure.

    The gameplay is pokemon gameplay. I personally love pokemon gameplay and I spend a lot of time with it. It has always been enjoyable for me. However, we should keep in mind that it is actually a longer version of rock paper scissors. There are not many moves in the game anyway. Some species dominate some species, and it doesn't take a genius to figure that out. You just need to have enough one-shot pokémon to win the long battle at the end. The biggest drawback of the game is that it is very slow. Maybe this is actually related to our time, but I don't think anyone can endure this game at its normal speed. Now the world is turning faster in general, but it is worth noting that it is also a waste of time. Personally, would I have played this game so much if there was no time acceleration in the emulator I played? I don't think so.

    It's a very nice remaster of the first game in a sweet game series. Or a remake? It doesn't matter what it is, but this game is sweet.    … Expand
  13. cetof12
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    Awesome childhood game .
  14. saplign
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    best one‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
  15. Pedroooou
    Jan 8, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo de pokémon, gastei MT tempo nesse jogo. Um 10 merecido com certeza
  16. Giero
    Jan 3, 2023
    9
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  17. MacArron23
    Dec 11, 2022
    8
    Nice nostalgia game. Enjoyed it a lot, fair 8/10

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  18. Elveroliveira1
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Really a great game, the rgp format is a classic, it was part of my childhood in an immeasurable way, I got all the pokemons in the pokedex and for being the game that introduced me to the fictional universe of pokemons I just have to thank you.
  19. Newbboi
    Nov 6, 2022
    8
    Pokémon Fire Red is ok. There's no reason to play it when you can play emerald or radical red. Although it is well composed and one of the more consistent Pokémon games.
  20. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Remake perfecto de uno de los juegos más perfectos de todos los tiempos, el inicio de, como yo, millones de gamers al mundo de los videojuegos. Me lo habré pasado 70 veces en emulador, sin exagerar.
  21. greninjaX
    Oct 5, 2022
    8
    the best way to play the kanto games. the original is broken and let's go is trash
  22. DarthJ
    Aug 28, 2022
    9
    Отличное переиздание легендарной игры. Было приятно увидеть знакомые анимации в цвете.
  23. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    9
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  24. Darks4dow
    Aug 4, 2022
    10
    De mis juegos favoritos, es de los juegos que mas he disfrutado jugarlos :)
  25. Danilencol
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    Voltei a infância com essa obra prima e vejo como envelheceu bem um marco na história dos consoles portátil
  26. Iggy41
    Jul 7, 2022
    8
    Would actually give it a 7.6. This was my first Pokemon Game I've ever played. Because I've never played Pokemon in my childhood or had any other connections with it, but I was and am still a huge Nintendo Fan(also my brother was always a huge pokemon fan, but I've never understood his fascination for the franchise), I wanted to play a Pokemon game, in order to get an opinion about theWould actually give it a 7.6. This was my first Pokemon Game I've ever played. Because I've never played Pokemon in my childhood or had any other connections with it, but I was and am still a huge Nintendo Fan(also my brother was always a huge pokemon fan, but I've never understood his fascination for the franchise), I wanted to play a Pokemon game, in order to get an opinion about the series, I've now actually played the remake of the first generation, in case I would maybe love this game and become a pokemon fan, I've played the first gen, so I could play them in the correct order. In this case Heartgold/Soulsiver would be the next, gen I'm going to play.
    This was not really the case, but I've truly learned many things about the franchise, especially the games. And what I have to point out, is that I've completed the Kanto-Pokedex. Well, I've played the game on an emulator, so I had to cheat evolutions like Gengar who are only available with the usage of trades which is not really possible on an emulator. But all the Pokemon that were possible for my to catch, I really catched. I also visited all routes as well as defeated the Top 4 both times for sure.
    So with that knowledge of the game, I think (as a non-pokemon fan), I can have a good objective opinion to that game that is not influenced by nostalgia or other things.
    But what did I like and what did I dislike?
    First I think, I should talk about the battle system. Before I've played the game, I always thought that the combat system of the Pokemon series is very boring and retarded, because when compared to the Mario RPGs for example which I really like because of the quicktime events.
    In a paper Mario 2 for example, you can beat every fight at a low level if you're very good, because you parry/counter all attacks.
    And the combat system of pokemon looks quite boring and not quite varied, because it is not possible to play that game without taking damage with the help of skill.
    But after a few hours of playing I realized: The intention of the combat system wasn't a big variety. In Pokemon it's intended that you have to train your pokemon just like in the anime. A Pokemon at level 4 has no chance against a pokemon at level 40.
    Also you have to chose the pokemon you send your battle, because of the pokemon-types. A water-pokemon for example has not really the chance to beat an Elektro-pokemon at the same level.
    Third, the limited usage of each attack plays a major role with making the combat system. Strong attacks can't be used very often and weak attacks can be used more often. This makes the combat system more tactical.
    So this is what I learned and what I want people to know.
    Next, I really had fun with the game. Always in school I was looking forward to playing this game. Sure, this didn't last long, but the first hours of playing were great fun!
    To conclude, it's just a great game. I definitely am going to play Heartgold/Soulsilver in about a year. This franchise is not as boring as I thought.    … Expand
  27. Easheff
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Amazing rpg revisiting the Kanto region with new content the story is ok but the gameplay is goood if your an rpg fan
  28. Krakonian
    Feb 22, 2022
    8
    The first Pokemon game that I ever played. This game is good and complete. Is addictive and is better if you play against friends.
  29. Fyshra
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
    If you're insane like me and you like starting game series at the starting line, do not play Red and Blue, play FireRed and LeafGreen.

    Pokémon is a funky series, and by funky I mean half of it is great and half of it is Sun and Moon. I'm currently playing through Legends Arceus and loving it, but I can't review yet because I'm still only at the third area so I figured I'd take it back a    If you're insane like me and you like starting game series at the starting line, do not play Red and Blue, play FireRed and LeafGreen.

    Pokémon is a funky series, and by funky I mean half of it is great and half of it is Sun and Moon. I'm currently playing through Legends Arceus and loving it, but I can't review yet because I'm still only at the third area so I figured I'd take it back a bit and review the first Pokémon game I ever finished.

    FireRed is, as you've likely guessed unless you're a Sun and Moon fan, is a remake of Pokémon Red, the first game in the franchise remade with Gen 3 sensibilities. It's pretty good, it follows the basic story of Red: You are red, Blue, or Gary if you grew up with the anime, we'll just call him "Bluary" is mean, make cute animals fight to be the best and make Bluary mad. Simple. What makes FR and Pokémon as a whole special, is the adventure you create yourself. Which Pokémon you catch, what you name them, and the moments you have with them. Stuff like your Staraptor landing a critical hit against your opponents last Pokémon and winning by a hair. Staraptor is not in this game by the way, I just really like Staraptor.

    FireRed is absolutely the purest version you can get of the base Pokémon formula while still being a good game, because the GBC games are uh... kinda f*cked. I really don't have a whole lot more to say about FireRed other than it's attempts to add new features like the Islands... and the less said about the islands the better.

    Honestly FireRed is really good, it's nice wholesome child endangering, cockfighting, gambling fun and even though it's far from my favourite Pokémon game, it will always hold a special place in my heart for being the first one I really got into.

    Man f*ck Sun and Moon amirite?    … Expand
  30. Narwhale73
    Jan 18, 2022
    8
    Definitely enjoyable and did a nice job of remaking the original pokemon games. Holds up as still the best Kanto experience in my opinion
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#7 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#1 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#1 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Weekly Famitsu
    83
    9 / 8 / 8 / 8 - 33 gold [Vol 798; 30 Jan 2004]
  2. Thunderbolt
    90
    This game was built to appeal to both the veterans of the series and the new folks just itching to give Pokemon a try. It's a fair bet that the fans will get this game without much hesitation.
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  3. GMR Magazine
    80
    If you like wasting small bits of time here and there with your GBA - and especially if you're new to the series - this is still the best thing you get get on the portable. [Nov 2004, p.134]
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