Cia (vc-gbc) — Pokemon Crystal Version 3ds (world)

The on the 3DS Virtual Console (VC) is an enhanced port of the 2001 Game Boy Color classic. It introduced several features that became series staples and includes exclusive additions specifically for the 3DS release. 3DS Virtual Console Exclusive Features

It is fully compatible with Pokémon Bank (via Poké Transporter), allowing you to move your Johto Pokémon to modern games like Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon . Pokemon Crystal Version 3DS (WORLD) CIA (VC-GBC)

The first game where Pokémon have short animations when entering battle. The on the 3DS Virtual Console (VC) is

Introduced Kris , the first female protagonist option in the series. The first game where Pokémon have short animations

For the first time in North America and Europe, the GS Ball event is legitimately accessible without external hardware.

The X button can be used as a substitute for the Start button to open the menu, though Virtual Console "Restore Points" (save states) are notably not supported for this specific title to prevent cloning glitches. Core Game Features (Crystal Enhancements)

Take the ball to Kurt in Azalea Town, wait 24 hours, then place it in the Ilex Forest shrine to encounter a Level 30 Celebi. This is the only legitimate way to shiny hunt Celebi through soft-resetting.