Pokemon LeafGreen Version

 Game Boy Advance
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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 259 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 217 out of 259
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 259
  3. Negative: 17 out of 259
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  1. TrashMonkey
    Feb 4, 2014
    10
    My cousin gave this to me years ago and at first I thought it would be a drag but I was surprised at how good it was and I got lost for hundreds of hours and now years. Even though it is a remake I believe it surpasses it's counterpart on every measure, Graphics, Content and most importantly Charm.
  2. AxelLeo129
    May 4, 2017
    9
    It is an excellent remake since the story follows almost intact and difficulty not to say and with a very good reason to continue playing after having completed the main objective is to win the Pokémon league. I highly recommend this game.
  3. PP7Silenced
    Mar 5, 2011
    10
    Pokemon LeafGreen Version is a remake of the game that turned every Game Boy into "Pokemon". Yes. After you put the Pokemon cartridge into you Game Boy you never play the Game Boy again. Just "Pokemon". It becomes the Pokemon machine and you forget that it can even play other games. The remake stays true to the original enough that most nostalgic gamers wont be able to tell the differencePokemon LeafGreen Version is a remake of the game that turned every Game Boy into "Pokemon". Yes. After you put the Pokemon cartridge into you Game Boy you never play the Game Boy again. Just "Pokemon". It becomes the Pokemon machine and you forget that it can even play other games. The remake stays true to the original enough that most nostalgic gamers wont be able to tell the difference short of new graphics and a few extra features that don't add much to the game. That's a good thing though. Pokemon Blue Version was an insanely addictive role playing game that featured one of the deepest leveling and combat systems of any title of the same genre. It sold 25 million unit's, spawned countless sequels, spin offs, and a saturday morning cartoon. It has been the most popular role playing franchise for 15 years running and shows no sighs of stopping with it continually re-inventing itself with each iteration. Certainly not the best in the series but this GBA title is a worthy remake and anyone suffering from chronic poke-fever or a new comer to the series would do themselves a great service start here.… Expand
  4. joe200
    Jan 4, 2014
    10
    The greatest pokemon, if not GBA game ever made, a flawless masterpiece. Seriously it's a timeless classic, and the new features are a fun addition too.
  5. RUCicerus
    May 6, 2018
    9
    Even trying to get nostalgia out of the way, this game is still a classic, it's like playing the r/b games on the gba era, so it's the same as Firered, except with exclusive pokemon changed.
  6. Pakon
    Dec 25, 2018
    10
    Pokemon at its best. In my opinion, the graphics cannot be outdated and we still have not seen remasters with so much content (but always faithful to the original game) like this when it comes to Pokemon.
  7. spadenx
    Dec 9, 2011
    3
    Such an unneeded remake that was made simply to suck more money out of the die hard fans of the series. I hated this game and it completely ruined the first games in the series.
  8. MadnessisRising
    Mar 5, 2019
    9
    Finally a remake for the first and most nostalgic Pokemon-game. (red edition was my entry into the Pokemon-universe). The Island-shipping after the 7th gym was really interesting and entertaining. The difficulty was really high in my opinion at least for my younger self. Like I said the nostalgia is real!
  9. Jim
    Nov 5, 2004
    10
    This game is da best pokemon gmae yeet!!! i think it should get full marks!!! good work pokemon team.
  10. JohnS.
    Oct 23, 2004
    9
    Good game very addictive harder than the first two.
  11. [Anonymous]
    Apr 17, 2004
    10
    Always been a fan of pokemon and now there is a good version of the 2 first games.
  12. ThomasJ.
    Jun 8, 2004
    10
    All pokemon games are good.
  13. Hu?kid
    Feb 11, 2005
    7
    Classic.
  14. JekeD.
    Mar 7, 2004
    10
    Off the hook.
  15. Pokemaniac!jim
    Apr 19, 2004
    9
    A superb remake of an extrordinary game. it is very fun and get to interact with people. u can do loads of new cool stuff! its a fantastic game!
  16. LucasW.
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    This game is a great game, a great remake. All i can say is good job gamefreak and creatures inc.
  17. pokemonmaster
    Feb 12, 2007
    10
    Best game ever since ruby and saphire. its so addictive that my play time says 999:99!
  18. PeterW.
    Feb 22, 2007
    10
    This is a great game. I liked Sappire the best. Mostly because of the mach bike. And lastly Pidgeot and Machap rule.
  19. DallasM.
    Dec 25, 2004
    9
    MAN!!!!! you should try this game on nintendo DS awesome graphics and i think thats its cool that u can go to the seveii islands.
  20. Luigibarqs
    Nov 30, 2011
    8
    PokemonLeaf Green Version and its alternate Pokemon Fire Red Version for Nintendo Gameboy Advanced portable gaming system are remakes of the first two Pokemon games released known as Pokemon Red Version and Pokemon Green Version (never officially english localized by Nintendo) for the Nintendo Gameboy portable gaming system. Pokemon Fire Red Version is created to resemble Pokemon YellowPokemonLeaf Green Version and its alternate Pokemon Fire Red Version for Nintendo Gameboy Advanced portable gaming system are remakes of the first two Pokemon games released known as Pokemon Red Version and Pokemon Green Version (never officially english localized by Nintendo) for the Nintendo Gameboy portable gaming system. Pokemon Fire Red Version is created to resemble Pokemon Yellow Version (without anime exclusive events and content) and Pokemon Red Version while Pokemon Leaf Green Version is designed to resemble Pokemon Green Version and Pokemon Blue Version accordingly. Both Pokemon Fire Red Version and Pokemon Leaf Green Version have different Pokemon available and need to traded to get ones exclusive to each version and you can also trade with Pokemon Emerald Version, Pokemon Ruby Version and Pokemon Sapphire Version for even more unique Pokemon. This game is also compatible with linking to Pokemon Coliseum and Pokemon XD: G.O.D for the Nintendo Gamecube Console using a GBA Controller Cable and the Pokemon Diamond Version, Pokemon Pearl Version, Pokemon Platinum Version, Pokemon Heart Gold Version and Pokemon Soul Silver Version using the GBA slot on a Nintendo DS or Nintendo DS Lite portable gaming consoles. This game features the original game using a completely redone "Generation 3" engine which gives it new features such as the inclusion of the Special Defense stat, hold items, Eggs, Breeding, Generation 3 era TM set, berries, and more that where absent in the the original versions as well as a completely rebuilt inventory system with categories and a large capacity instead of the original game where you could carry only 20 types of items at a maximum of 99 in quantity per slot at any given time. The game glitches from the original game are completely fixed and absent from this game, especially the infamous "MissingNo." programming error which could heavily corrupt or destroy save data if handled improperly in the original games. There are new areas completely exclusive to this remake that was absent in the original games that add more play time and exploration to the game. The music in the game is identical to the original (and some of it's sequels for the newer areas) except that they are modernized versions using the GBA's audio system to the best of its ability. The visuals are nothing special but are a notable improvement from the original releases. Multiplayer consists of battling or trading via GBA link cable or the GBA wireless link if you bought the game new as it came inside the box as a free bonus. All in all, the large amount of Pokemon to collect with most exclusive to trading with another person with a different version, fun and addictive multiplayer battle modes, minigames, new areas and compatibility with Gamecube and DS released gives this game a large replay value especially if you enjoy RPGs, are a perfectionist, are a collector, are a competitive multiplayer gamer or a major fan of nostalgic games of the past.… Expand
  21. Watermelon789
    Sep 17, 2011
    8
    On the other side is greener , while in the other is more red. Pokemon Leaf Green is similar tho the Fire Red version , you won't find many differences in the playthrough, though yeah, with the Pokemon and all that but , ones you start this adventure , you wont stop. And thats important.
  22. Zilcell
    Apr 2, 2012
    10
    If anything, it is a faithful remake of the original and has a massive amount of content along with a fast paced battle system and a unique graphical style.
  23. Playtapus
    Feb 11, 2012
    9
    The game was amazingly fun. The storyline was great, the graphics were the average good gameboy type, and of course the sound effects were nice. The only issues I've ever had with the game is the fact that I have both fire red and leaf green, never realizing when I picked it up that the only difference was some different types of Pokemon. I did give it to my brother who is a few yearsThe game was amazingly fun. The storyline was great, the graphics were the average good gameboy type, and of course the sound effects were nice. The only issues I've ever had with the game is the fact that I have both fire red and leaf green, never realizing when I picked it up that the only difference was some different types of Pokemon. I did give it to my brother who is a few years older than me and he loved it. Overall, the game is great. The newer games definitely are terrible, but these old classics are great.… Expand
  24. Welterweight426
    Jun 11, 2012
    8
    A good remake of the original. However, I felt it lacked the entertainment of the first and the new additions were underwhelming. A good pokemon game...but there are better.
  25. Hellhammer
    Sep 4, 2020
    8
    Leaf Green was one of my first pokemon games and it is still a good game to revisit. It obviously does lacks many nice changes down the line, but it is still a good remake of the original games and is plenty fun to revisit for those who want a more basic experience without going all the way back. It (along with its counterpart in Fire Red) also has an active community with many funLeaf Green was one of my first pokemon games and it is still a good game to revisit. It obviously does lacks many nice changes down the line, but it is still a good remake of the original games and is plenty fun to revisit for those who want a more basic experience without going all the way back. It (along with its counterpart in Fire Red) also has an active community with many fun challenges and speed runs (though this does not play in on my score). Overall just a nice experience I think most Pokemon fans can enjoy.… Expand
  26. Steeldude
    Oct 13, 2014
    7
    We've been to Kanto so many times that by now it has lost its charm. Sevii islands are a nice addition, but they feel empty and the lack of storyline revolving around them is disappointing.
  27. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Una obra de arte, super divertido, una vez que empezas no podes terminar hasta haberte pasado la segunda liga. Pokémon geniales, el mejor personaje de todos, un excelente juego.
  28. Federx
    Jan 30, 2022
    6
    very overestimated. inferior to the originals and other alternatives of the time
  29. MzMazzaire
    Dec 11, 2017
    9
    Both FireRed and LeafGreen are well-done GBA remakes of the original GameBoy oldies, not to mention they're lot better GBA entries than Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald. They're worth checking out if you're wanting nostalgia fuel.
  30. kiank
    Jan 7, 2018
    9
    Leafgreen was a great game that I played in my early childhood. I remember having a blastoise and loving playing the game of my DS. Overall, it was a solid pokemon game!
  31. brendo214
    May 21, 2019
    8
    Pokemon LeafGreen was a fantastic remake of an already great game. I'm glad I got to replay through a classic like this.
  32. W-Lights
    Dec 2, 2018
    9
    A good demonstration of what pokemon could evolve into follwoing the game boy games. Missed bringing content that GSC had but RSE lacked but its translation of the Kanto region was amazingly done and felt as iconic as the original games.
  33. greninjaX
    Oct 5, 2022
    8
    the best way to play the kanto games. the original is broken and let's go is trash
  34. Mutty99
    Jan 8, 2021
    8
    Got as a birthday present by a friend, while not being very convincing on some aspects like other Pokémon titles, it's a really solid gen 1 remake, and the first title i've ever finished the League in, without losing or using cheats/borrowed pokemon. There is a lot of post game content too, as well with being available to trade with RSE gba titles to fill up the National Dex more quickly.Got as a birthday present by a friend, while not being very convincing on some aspects like other Pokémon titles, it's a really solid gen 1 remake, and the first title i've ever finished the League in, without losing or using cheats/borrowed pokemon. There is a lot of post game content too, as well with being available to trade with RSE gba titles to fill up the National Dex more quickly.
    Worth possessing if you ask me.    … Expand
  35. GlebanBC
    Mar 13, 2021
    9
    This game is remake of Pokémon Blue (Green in Japan) is awesome: new pokemons, rematches, new moves, new types makes game better than original! But big minus is postgame. It very lazy, and adds only some new pokemons. In my mind, the most interesting part of postgame is catching a Entei, Raikou or Suicune, which takes a lot of hours.
  36. manuel812
    May 29, 2021
    8
    un muy buen juego que mejora el mapa, la historia y sobre todo el gameplay de el pokemon rojo original es el pokemon default con buena dificultad, historia y region de pokemon pero no es sorprendente en ningún aspecto
  37. 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.
  38. Nikitosss95
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    FireRed and LeafGreen are amazing games - the best thing is that they are perfectly compatible for trade with ruby, sapphire and emerald games. A lot of nostalgia is in these games because it’s the first Pokémon region that has been ever made - Kanto and you choose as starters either Charmander, Squirtle or Bulbasaur.
  39. CaptainCharisma
    Jan 31, 2022
    9
    A near perfect remake of gen 1 (the best pokemon generation) on a system that was the near perfect handheld for it's time. Finally they gave the Bulbasaur line the respect it deserves! A must have for all GBA owners.
  40. HildaSimp5
    Feb 24, 2022
    7
    A great starting point for newcomers. Being my first Pokèmon game, means i have alot of nostalgia for LeafGreen. Its like all other Pokèmon games; Catch Pokèmon, wins gyms and become champion. The Sevii Islands are great post games activities, something newer Pokèmon games SORELY lacks.
    The game is overall good, but Kanto can be pretty boring ngl, even though it thankfully ain`t linear.    A great starting point for newcomers. Being my first Pokèmon game, means i have alot of nostalgia for LeafGreen. Its like all other Pokèmon games; Catch Pokèmon, wins gyms and become champion. The Sevii Islands are great post games activities, something newer Pokèmon games SORELY lacks.
    The game is overall good, but Kanto can be pretty boring ngl, even though it thankfully ain`t linear. While they are pretty good games, there are others that are far better and with all the Gen 1 pandering that GF shoves down our throats, its become a region and generation i rarely goes back to visit.
    But these games are still great and the best way to play a Kanto game.    … Expand
  41. Giero
    Jan 3, 2023
    9
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  42. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    9
    The quintissential gen 1 experience, expanded and reworked to be a better narrative and mechanical adventure. The expansive postgame adds a ton of content to this beautiful remake.

Awards & Rankings

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#8 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
3
#3 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
2
#2 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  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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