Pokemon HarvestCraft GBA ROM Hack – Detailed Game Overview
Game Information
Hack Name: Pokemon HarvestCraft
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon Ruby (GBA)
Hack Status: Completed (Story complete up to Version 2.0)
Language: English
Release Type: Fan-made ROM Hack
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon HarvestCraft is a unique Pokémon Ruby ROM hack that blends traditional Pokémon gameplay with life-simulation mechanics inspired by Harvest Moon and Minecraft. Instead of focusing on gyms and the Pokémon League, the game emphasizes farming, crafting, relationships, seasons, and survival.The hack introduces an entirely different pace and structure to Pokémon gameplay, making it stand out as a simulation-focused experience rather than a competitive one.
The hack introduces an energy system, weather effects, seasonal changes, and social mechanics, creating a slower-paced but immersive gameplay experience unlike standard Pokémon titles.
Story Overview
Twenty-one years ago, Pokémon lived peacefully in the forest under the rule of Trevenant. When humans arrived and began cutting down trees to build homes, Pokémon lost their habitat. Trevenant sought help from the Harvest Goddess, who tried to punish the people — but instead fell in love with a man named Eric.The Harvest Goddess forgave the humans and later married Eric, unknowingly losing her powers in the process. Those powers were destined to pass to Trevenant upon the birth of the Harvest Baby.
When Trevenant learned this, he plotted to trap the townspeople and kill the child. Although Eric managed to escape with the baby, the Harvest Goddess and the townspeople were trapped inside the cursed town.
You play as a 21-year-old newcomer, beginning your journey when Trevenant traps you inside the town as well. Now, you must survive, uncover the truth, and stop Trevenant to free everyone from his curse.
Key Features
Dynamic Weather System
- Rain during Spring, Summer, and Fall; snow during Winter. Weather affects energy consumption.
- Time advances when changing maps. NPC schedules vary by time and day.
- Seasons change every 30 days, affecting item availability and wild Pokémon encounters.
- Plant Apricorns (except in Winter). Up to six Apricorn plants at a time.
- Includes Torchic, Skiddo, and Gogoat.
- Berries regrow daily at random.
- Shop owners award badges. Trevenant serves as the Champion battle.
- Includes select Pokémon from Generations 4–6 (with limitations).
- Cook food to restore Energy and Pokémon HP; craft tools for farming and mining.
- Actions consume Energy. Sleep and food restore it. Max Energy depends on badge count.
- Bachelors and bachelorettes with a Love Points system.
- Fairy-type Pokémon and moves included.
- Added moves with reused animations.
Known Bugs & Issues
- The game is unfinished, ending after the 8th badge
- Minor bugs may exist due to engine limitations
- Older save files from Version 1.1 are not compatible with Version 2.0
Screenshots
Download Links
Download: Mediafire
Developer Information
Developer / Team: RuFF
Credits:
- Minecraft & Harvest Moon creators (concept inspiration)
- DS-Style 64×64 Pokémon Sprite Resources
- Gen VI DS-Style Pokémon Sprites
- Korronensu (Item Crafting Script – PKSV)
- Geoisevil (Gogoat overworld sprite)
- Barubary (Torchic overworld sprite)
Tutorials & Support:
- destinedjagold
- Chaos Rush
- MrDollSteak
- Full Metal
- classiccartoonsftw
- Smeargle
- RedPrime
- ADLFM14
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I don’t know what to do next.A: Use the Story Guide. Main events require specific conditions.
Q: How do Pokémon evolve in this hack?
A: Many evolutions have been changed. Refer to the Evolution Changes list.
Q: Where do I get Evolution Stones?
A: Mine them in the Dark Mine using a Pick Axe.
Q: Where can I catch specific Pokémon?
A: Pokémon locations depend on seasons (e.g., Ice types in Winter).
Q: How many Love Points are required to propose?
A: 90 Love Points.
How to Play
Requirements
- A Game Boy Advance emulator
- A clean Pokémon Ruby ROM
- Pokémon HarvestCraft patch file
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