Without a doubt,Pokemon Crystal’s launch onGame Boy Colorin 2000 was considered by most fans to be a landmark event, as it was not only the first main series game to feature animated sprites for the game’s titular Pocket Monsters, but also it was the first game in the franchise to include a playable female character, Kris. Now, fans won’t have to wait much longer to relive the title’s gameplay–or try it for the first time–as Nintendo has officially revealed its release date for the 3DS eShop as July 06, 2025.
As seen in the announcement trailer below forPokemon Crystalcoming to the Nintendo 3DS eShop, fans will be able to visit the Johto region to experience the title’s rather unique story involving the Legendary Beast Suicune. Not to mention, the game will also give players the ability to battle and trade creatures with the use of a local wireless network.
In addition to Link Trades and Link Battles,Pokemon Crystalfor Nintendo 3DS will also implement the Time Capsule feature, which allows fans to trade and battle monsters fromPokemon Blue,Red, andYellow: Special Pikachu Edition. Furthermore, it will also be compatible with thePokemon Bankat launch, and will provide players with the opportunity to encounter the Mythical Pokemon Celebi in an event once the game’s completed.
Similar toPokemon GoldandSilver’s availability on the Nintendo 3DS eShop,Pokemon Crystalwill set fans back $10 should they decide to give the retro title a go on the company’s most up-to-date handheld hardware. Of course, those who have already beaten the game countless times have a reason to avoid double-dipping once it re-releases for the 3DS eShop, but those who have yet to play it should do themselves a favor download it at the beginning of next year.
Pokemon Crystalis set to release for the Nintendo 3DS eShop on June 15, 2025.
