Pokemon Gold Sinnoh GBC ROM Hack – Detailed Game Overview
Game Information
Hack Name: Pokemon Gold Sinnoh
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokemon Gold
Hack Status: Completed, Final
Language: English
Release Type: Fan-made ROM Hack
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Gold Sinnoh (Final) is a full-scale, completed ROM hack of Pokémon Gold, set in the Sinnoh region. This version is the final iteration of the Gold Sinnoh project, featuring extensive improvements over the previous versions, including corrected maps, updated Pokémon movesets, enhanced trainer battles, and an enriched story.The hack is completely separate from Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, or Platinum, offering a fresh Sinnoh experience with new mechanics, rematches, and postgame content.
Story Overview
In Pokémon Gold Sinnoh (Final), you embark on a brand-new adventure in Sinnoh, starting from your hometown and encountering familiar yet modified towns and routes.
You will:
- Explore Sinnoh in a completely reimagined journey.
- Meet new characters, including your neighbor Jim, who plays a larger role in the story.
- Face updated Gym Leaders and Elite Four with challenging teams.
- Discover postgame content, such as the Trainer Tower in the Fight Area and special events with shiny Pokémon.
The story is enriched with:
- Rematches with Gym Leaders and key trainers.
- Additional elements that expand the narrative beyond the original Gold/HeartGold storyline.
- Unique items, TMs, and mechanics adapted from Gen 4 through Gen 8.
Key Features
- Reworked Sinnoh maps and lighting improvements
- Pokémon movesets updated to match Gen 4–8 mechanics
- Updated Gym Leaders and Elite Four teams
- New training facility: Trainer Tower in the Fight Area
- Rematches and postgame battles
- Item Traders (up to 16) and updated Game Corner prizes
- TM adjustments and new moves (e.g., TM07 = Thunder Wave, TM20 = Agility, TM27 = Baton Pass, TM34 = Amnesia)
- Wild Pokémon locations adjusted and new shiny Pokémon appearances
- Colosseum restored in Jubilife City GTS trading area
- Bug fixes (e.g., Route 230 gate preventing trades, GTS issues)
- Walkthrough updated for the final version
Known Bugs & Issues
- None reported for the final version.
- Prior bugs (Route 230 gate, lighting issues, and map inconsistencies) have been fixed.
- Minor graphical inconsistencies may exist due to ROM limitations.
Screenshots
Download Links
Download: Mediafire
Documentation
Full Documentation: pokemongoldsinnoh.wordpress
Developer Information
Developer / Team: ericgall23
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: pokecommunity
Community Link: https://pokemongoldsinnoh.wordpress.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this a remake of Gold or Sinnoh?A: It’s a new adventure in Sinnoh, based on Gold mechanics, but with new maps, story, and Pokémon.
Q: Can I trade Pokémon normally?
A: Yes, the Route 230 gate bug is fixed, and GTS functionality works as intended.
Q: Does this hack include shiny Pokémon?
A: Yes, several new shiny Pokémon appear in specific locations.
Q: Are postgame battles available?
A: Yes, including rematches with trainers, Gym Leaders, and the Trainer Tower.
Q: How do I apply the patch?
A: Use Lunar IPS to patch the IPS file onto a clean English Pokémon Gold ROM.
How to Play
Requirements:
- Game Boy Advance emulator (VBA, mGBA, etc.)
- English Pokémon Gold ROM
- Pokémon Gold Sinnoh (Final) IPS patch
Instructions:
- Load the IPS patch in Lunar IPS.
- Apply to a clean Pokémon Gold ROM.
- Load the patched ROM in your emulator.
- Save frequently and enjoy your new Sinnoh adventure!
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