You can catch Deoxys, Ho-Oh, and Lugia in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen for Switch and Switch 2 — but what about Mew?

Main character at Vermilion City port in Pokémon LeafGreen.

It’s undeniable that the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have attracted controversy from fans. Some felt that the games should’ve been available through the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Some felt that they were released at a slightly high price point. And some mourned the omission of Wi-Fi functionality.

But there’s one thing that all Pokémon fans must surely appreciate about these re-released classics: the inclusion of event tickets. That’s right, once you’ve defeated the Champion in FireRed and LeafGreen, you’ll be granted the Mystic Ticket and the Aurora Ticket. The former enables you to catch the Pokémon Gold and Silver cover stars, Ho-Oh and Lugia, while the latter is required to catch Deoxys.