Pokémon Eclipse Version (GBA) – FireRed ROM Hack with Original Story, Soala Region & Gen 6 Mechanics (Beta)
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed (U)
Hack Status: Beta 1, Up to Wisteria Town, 4 Badges Obtainable
Language: English
Content Type: Story-driven ROM Hack
Related Content: Original-region Pokémon hacks, story-focused FireRed hacks, Gen 6–style mechanics hacks
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Eclipse Version is a story-focused ROM hack of Pokémon FireRed that introduces an entirely new region called Soala, along with original lore, characters, and mechanics inspired by later Pokémon generations. The hack blends traditional Pokémon League progression with mystery elements involving illusions, abnormal Pokémon behavior, and legendary Pokémon tied to dreams and nightmares.
This project aims to provide a modernized Pokémon experience within the GBA engine, featuring updated mechanics, a large Pokédex, and narrative-driven gameplay. Some information about later-game content and final completion status is vague or unavailable, as only an early beta has been publicly released.
Story Overview
You begin your journey in Lapis Village, a quiet settlement where your parents run a Mareep farm. Your childhood friend, Anya, has already received a Pokémon from Professor Oak, who recently visited the village. After proving to your parents that you are mature enough to leave home, you set out to become a Pokémon Trainer yourself.
Your personal goal is to follow in your father’s footsteps and join the Ace Trainers, an elite division of the Devon Corporation that operates within the Soala region. To qualify, you must prove your skill by taking on the Pokémon League and growing stronger as a Trainer.
However, Soala is far from peaceful. Wild Pokémon have begun acting violently and erratically for reasons no one can explain. At the same time, a mysterious gang of thieves is causing chaos across towns and cities. Rumors spread of people witnessing mirages, becoming trapped in illusions, or encountering things that don’t seem real.
As your journey unfolds, you discover that these incidents may be connected to deeper forces at work—forces tied to legendary Pokémon such as Darkrai, Cresselia, and the Forces of Nature. Your adventure will challenge not only your strength as a Trainer, but your perception of reality itself, as you work to uncover the truth behind Soala’s unraveling stability.
Key Features
- New Region – Soala Region: Explore a fully original region with modern cities, ancient history, and varied environments tied closely to the game’s central mystery.
- Dream World Exploration: Travel to the mysterious Dream World, a surreal realm connected to illusions, legendary Pokémon, and the darker aspects of the story.
- Expanded Pokédex: All 721 Pokémon (up to Generation 6), including most alternate forms, are planned to be obtainable through wild encounters, gifts, eggs, and events.
- Updated Battle Mechanics: Gameplay mechanics are updated to Generation 6 standards, including the Physical/Special split, Fairy type, new moves, new abilities, and an updated type chart.
- Reusable TMs & New Field Moves: A new set of 50 reusable TMs is available. Field moves include Dive, Rock Climb, Hurricane, and Headbutt for overworld exploration and special encounters.
- Interactable Pokémon Systems: Features such as an Egg Shop, gift Pokémon, and increased Pokémon interaction add variety to team building.
- Post-Game Side Stories & Missions: Planned post-game content includes side stories, legendary Pokémon quests, and mission-based side quests that reward rare items and Pokémon. (Details are currently vague due to beta status.)
Known Bugs & Issues
- The available public release is Beta 1, which only progresses up to Wisteria Town.
- Only four badges are obtainable in the current version.
- Information regarding later-game balance, stability, and bugs is limited or unavailable.
- As a beta release, bugs, incomplete events, and unfinished features should be expected.
Screenshots
Download Links
Developer Information
Developer / Team: Christos
Credits:
- Mechanics/Pokémon: Spherical Ice
- Sprites: Avatar, Coronis, Anna_Kumoyama, hemi150, Zelix, Bela
- Tiles: Mateo, Fangking Omega, Kyledove, remy
- ASM: karatekid552, DoesntKnowHowToPlay, knizz, MrDollSteak, FBI agent, JPAN, Darthatron, Jambo51
- Support/Inspiration/Other: Lover's Kite, hashtag, Erik_Destler, Went, Hiroshi Sotomura, Scizz, Vrai, Amachi, M++, Abnegation, Spherical Ice
- Feedback and testing: Nex
- Contributors to The DS-style 64x64 Pokémon Sprite Resource - Generation VI
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this hack for?
A: Pokémon Eclipse Version is ideal for players who enjoy story-driven Pokémon ROM hacks, original regions, and modern mechanics within the GBA engine.
Q: Is Pokémon Eclipse Version complete?
A: No. The hack is currently in Beta, with only part of the main story available.
Q: Does the game include Fairy-type and modern mechanics?
A: Yes. The game uses Generation 6 battle mechanics, including Fairy type and updated abilities and moves.
Q: Is this hack difficult?
A: Difficulty information is not clearly defined, but the game focuses more on narrative and exploration than extreme challenge.
Q: Are there new regions and locations?
A: Yes. The Soala region and the Dream World are both entirely original.
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