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Pokémon Sapphire Version

by Game Freak · published by Nintendo

Released November 21, 2002 on Game Boy Advance.

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About Pokémon Sapphire Version

Sequel to Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions (1999), Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions offer 135 new Pokémon, more complex battling and training systems, new crime organizations, a longer and more story-focused campaign and upgraded graphics to create a new and technically improved Pokémon experience.

Release dates by platform

Game Boy AdvanceJPNovember 21, 2002 · Out now
Game Boy AdvanceNAMarch 19, 2003 · Out now
Game Boy AdvanceAUApril 3, 2003 · Out now
Game Boy AdvanceEUJuly 25, 2003 · Out now
Game Boy AdvanceCNTBA

Reviews & players

Player score83312 ratings on IGDB

Pokémon Sapphire Version FAQ

When did Pokémon Sapphire Version come out?

Pokémon Sapphire Version was released on November 21, 2002 for Game Boy Advance.

Is Pokémon Sapphire Version on PlayStation 5?

No. Pokémon Sapphire Version has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on Game Boy Advance.

Is Pokémon Sapphire Version on Xbox Series X|S?

No. Pokémon Sapphire Version has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on Game Boy Advance.

Is Pokémon Sapphire Version on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Pokémon Sapphire Version has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on Game Boy Advance.

Is Pokémon Sapphire Version on PC?

No. Pokémon Sapphire Version has not been announced for PC. It is available on Game Boy Advance.

Who is making Pokémon Sapphire Version?

Pokémon Sapphire Version is developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo.

Is Pokémon Sapphire Version multiplayer?

Yes. Pokémon Sapphire Version supports single player and multiplayer.

Pokémon series

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  1. Pokémon Red Version1996
  2. Pokémon Blue Version1996
  3. Pokémon Pikachu1998
  4. Pocket Monsters Stadium1998
  5. Hey You, Pikachu!1998
  6. Pokémon Trading Card Game1998
  7. Pokémon Snap1999
  8. Pokémon Pinball1999
  9. Pokémon Silver Version1999
  10. Pokémon Gold Version1999
  11. Pokémon Play It!1999
  12. Pokémon Puzzle League2000
  13. Flower Power2001
  14. Pokémon Ruby Version2002
  15. Pokémon Sapphire Version2002
  16. Kids' WB Turkey Day Food Fling2002
  17. Construction: Action2002
  18. Pokémon Channel2003
  19. Pokémon Colosseum2003
  20. Pokémon FireRed Version2004
  21. Pokémon LeafGreen Version2004
  22. Pokémon Dash2004
  23. Pokémon Trozei!2005
  24. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team2005
  25. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team2005
  26. Pokémon Ranger2006
  27. Pokémon Garden2006
  28. Pokémon Diamond Version2006
  29. Pokémon Pearl Version2006
  30. Pokémon Battle Revolution2006
  31. Pokémon Sky Stacker2007
  32. Pokémon Battrio2007
  33. Pokémon: Breakdown Blast2007
  34. Pokémon: Towering Legends2007
  35. My Pokémon Ranch2008
  36. Pokémon Rumble2009
  37. Pokémon HeartGold Version2009
  38. Pokémon SoulSilver Version2009
  39. PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure2009
  40. Pokémon Black Version2010
  41. Pokémon White Version2010
  42. Pokémon: Tick-Tock Walk!2010
  43. Learn with Pokémon: Typing Adventure2011
  44. Pokémon Conquest2012
  45. Berry Barrel Blitz2012
  46. Pokémon Black Version 22012
  47. Pokémon White Version 22012
  48. Pokédex 3D Pro2012
  49. Pokémon Y2013
  50. Pokémon X2013
  51. Pokémon Bank2013
  52. Camp Pokémon2014
  53. Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Special Demo Version2014
  54. Pokémon Alpha Sapphire2014
  55. Pokémon Omega Ruby2014
  56. Pokémon Shuffle2015
  57. Pokkén Tournament2015
  58. Pokémon Picross2015
  59. Meitantei Pikachu: Shin Konbi Tanjou2016
  60. Pokémon Duel2016
  61. Pokémon Ga-Olé2016
  62. Pokémon Go2016
  63. Pokémon Sun and Moon Special Demo Version2016
  64. Pokémon Moon2016
  65. Pokémon Sun2016
  66. Pokémon: Magikarp Jump2017
  67. Pokémon Quest2018
  68. Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!2018
  69. Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!2018
  70. Pokémon Masters2019
  71. Pokémon Wave Hello2019
  72. Pokémon Sword2019
  73. Pokémon Shield2019
  74. Pokémon Home2020
  75. Pokémon Café Mix2020
  76. Pokémon Unite2021
  77. Pokémon Shining Pearl2021
  78. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond2021
  79. Pokémon Legends: Arceus2022
  80. Pokémon Scarlet2022
  81. Pokémon Violet2022
  82. Pokémon2023
  83. Pokémon Frienda2024
  84. Pokémon Legends: Z-A2025
  85. Pokémon Pokopia2026
  86. Pokémon Champions2026
  87. Pokémon Winds2027
  88. Pokémon Waves2027
  89. Pokémon PicrossTBA
  90. PokémonTBA
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