Classic 2D Pokemon games Pokemon Red, Blue, and Yellow were released for 3DS through the eShop on February 27 (the 20th anniversary of the Pokemon series) and they were a big hit. Nintendo announced today that, when sales from all three are combined, they set a new first-week eShop sales record
It’s good to be clear–it wasn’t any individual one of those games that beat out Smash (though we know, of course, that Blue is the superior title of the three) but the three with their powers combined…though they’re all arguably the same game, anyway. It’s still a laudable achievement, and a testament to Pokemon’s continued hold over its audience 20 years after release.
About the success of the trio, Nintendo stated that, “With classic graphics and timeless gameplay, these versions of the original Pokemon adventure are proving to be a popular way for fans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the series.”
Nintendo did not give any specific sales numbers either for Pokemon or Smash.
Pokemon Red, Blue, and Yellow are all available on the Nintendo eShop now for $9.99 USD apiece. Pokemon caught in these titles will be available for transfer to upcoming holiday titles Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon, so trade with your friends (you can, wirelessly!) to catch em all!
