The official Pokémon Japan account released a gameplay clip from Pokémon Ruby/Sapphire, sparking speculation that the game is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. However, no official confirmation of such a port has been announced yet.
In the video, the protagonist of Pokémon Ruby/Sapphire repeatedly runs in circles chasing an NPC and their Wingull. The repetitive nature of the footage adds to its mysterious feel. The clip doesn't reveal which device the game is running on, but the visuals are quite clear, and the display doesn't appear to be the small screen of the original GBA.
Some players noticed that the gameplay in the clip runs smoothly, with reduced pixelation and more vibrant colors, leading them to suspect it's not raw, unprocessed footage from the original game. There have also been rumors that Pokémon Ruby/Sapphire and Pokémon Emerald might launch on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in October 2026, but neither the timing nor the platforms have been officially confirmed.
Speculation about a Pokémon Ruby/Sapphire port is also tied to Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen, another third-generation title. FireRed and LeafGreen were released after Ruby and Sapphire and featured connectivity with them, requiring the original third-generation games to complete certain content.
All that can be confirmed so far is that the official account shared this high-definition gameplay footage. The video does not specify the platform it was run on, and The Pokémon Company has not announced any details regarding a port, release date, or how the game might be included.