Pokémon FireRed first came out in Japan on January 29, 2004, and later released in North America on September 9, 2004, Australia on September 23, 2004, and Europe on October 1, 2004.

Quick Scoop: When Did FireRed Come Out?

If you’re asking “when did FireRed come out,” you’re almost certainly talking about Pokémon FireRed Version on the Game Boy Advance.

Key dates:

  • Japan: January 29, 2004
  • North America (US): September 9, 2004
  • Australia: September 23, 2004
  • Europe: October 1, 2004

These dates are for the original GBA release that remade the classic Red/Green/Blue journey in the Kanto region.

Extra Nugget: Modern Context

FireRed and LeafGreen are still part of the broader Pokémon conversation because they’re popular among fans, speedrunners, and ROM-hack creators even today. There is also a re-release for Nintendo Switch set for February 27, 2026, as an eShop-only title to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary, which has brought them back into current “latest news” chats.

TL;DR:
“FireRed came out” in Japan on January 29, 2004, with Western releases following from September to October 2004 depending on the region.

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