Pokémon Cloud White 2 (GBA) – Multi-Region Sequel with Open World, Gen 1–7 Pokémon, and Expanded Features
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed
Hack Status: Complete (v.279 – March 2020)
Language: English
Content Type: Story-Driven Sequel, Multi-Region, Open-World Mechanics, Feature Expansion
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Cloud White 2 expands the Cloud White series with a multi-region adventure, modern Pokémon mechanics, and a long narrative. It builds upon the foundation of the first Cloud White while introducing open-world exploration, new regions, and a large Pokémon roster.
Cloud White 2 is designed as a seamless continuation of Cloud White, offering players a vast and immersive Pokémon experience.
It introduces four main regions: South Sinnoh (Kouros), Sinnoh, Seto, and Sevii Islands, plus secret areas, giving players freedom to explore a partially open-world environment.
The hack blends classic Pokémon storytelling with modern features such as Mega Evolution, Fairy typing, Physical/Special split, and expanded bag and money limits.
Story Overview
The story begins after the events of the original Cloud White.
Players are tasked with rebuilding the puzzle of history, navigating a world where Team Rocket and Team Galactic have united to challenge the protagonist and allies, including Professor Oak, Blue, Leaf, and Ash Ketchum.
Your adventure takes you across multiple regions, uncovering secrets, battling powerful trainers, and confronting the combined threat of two criminal organizations.
In addition to the main game, Cloud White Origins provides side story content across three chapters, bridging the events between Cloud White 2 and Cloud White 3.
The narrative emphasizes both classic Pokémon exploration and high-stakes adventure, with a wide variety of characters and events.
Key Features
- 4 fully explorable regions (Sinnoh, Sevii, Seto, Kouros)
- Semi-open-world exploration in select regions
- 60+ hours of main story content
- Pokémon from Generation I to Generation VII (all catchable)
- Mega Evolution system
- Fairy-type implemented
- Physical / Special split
- Maximum level increased to Level 200
- Increased difficulty and smarter trainer AI
- Day & Night system
- Pokémon World Tournament
- Honey Tree & Berry Tree systems
- Unlimited-use TMs
- EXP gained after capturing Pokémon
- Automatic Repel reuse
- Expanded bag and money limits
- New items and evolution methods
- Graphics inspired by DPP, HGSS, and Pokémon Glazed
- New battle backgrounds and UI elements
- HGSS-style text boxes
- Updated Pokémon menu and Trainer Card
- New trainer sprites and title screen
- Music from Pokémon Emerald, Final Fantasy, Zelda, and more
- High-quality edited cries for all Pokémon
Known Bugs & Issues
- Occasional freezes during female Rocket Grunt battles
- Some moves may cause emulator-specific crashes
- Minor visual glitches in certain maps
- Saving frequently is strongly recommended
Screenshots
Download Links
Documentation
Developer Information
Developer / Team: Shogun
Credits: Mickey’, Diegoisawesome, Doesntknowhowtoplay, Ledxil, Darthatron, JPAN, Lunos, Mr. Dollsteak, Jaizu, Nisarg, and additional contributors.
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it necessary to play Cloud White 1 before CW2?
A: No, Cloud White 2 is standalone and can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of the original game.
Q: How many regions are in the game?
A: Four main regions: Kouros, Seto, Sinnoh, and Sevii Islands, plus secret areas.
Q: Are all Pokémon available?
A: Pokémon from Generations 1–7 are catchable.
Q: Is the game open-world?
A: Partially. Some regions allow free exploration, while others are story-driven.
Q: Does the game include Mega Evolution?
A: Yes, Mega Evolution is fully implemented.
Q: How long is the game?
A: The main story exceeds 60 hours depending on exploration and side activities.
Q: Is the game stable?
A: Minor freezes can occur; frequent saving is recommended.
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