Pokemon Stigma Version GBA ROM Hack – Detailed Game Overview
Game Information
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About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Stigma Version is a FireRed ROM Hack with a strong focus on story, featuring a dark narrative inspired by creepypastas, glitches, and fan theories. Developed from 2013 and completed in Beta 1.6, this hack allows players to experience a full-length adventure across Kanto while battling the mysterious virus threatening the region.
The game includes custom maps, overworlds, and sprites, as well as Pokémon from multiple regions including Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Unova.
Story Overview
The game begins in Lavender Town, where a hooded man appears in Pokémon Tower. Shortly after, a virus spreads across Kanto, turning Trainers and Pokémon into mindless ghouls.
You, alongside your friends Selena and Erik, must uncover the source of the virus and thwart Team Nihilus’ sinister plan. Along the way, you will encounter:
- The enigmatic scientist Lumos, searching for a cure.
- Kanto’s Clergy and Great Sage Stephano, pursuing their own agendas.
- Powerful Gym Leaders, familiar Pokémon characters like May, Dawn, Brendan, and Ethan.
- Divine deities who may deceive you.
Will you be able to uncover the truth, choose your allies wisely, and save Kanto?
Key Features
- New story based on creepypastas, glitches, fan theories, and Pokémon lore.
- Custom sprites, maps, and overworlds.
- Pokémon from Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Unova.
- 8 Gym Badges and Elite Four.
- Familiar characters from main games.
- Custom evolutions (Kadabra → Alakazam, Haunter → Gengar, etc.).
- Slightly adjusted color palettes for visuals.
- PG-15 rating due to mature language/themes.
- Kadabra → Alakazam (Lvl 36)
- Haunter → Gengar (Lvl 41)
- Electabuzz → Electivire (Thunder Stone)
- Boldore → Gigalith (Lvl 42)
- Scyther → Scizor (Lvl 47)
- Gurdurr → Conkeldurr (Lvl 40)
- Riolu → Lucario (Lvl 26)
- Magmar → Magmortar (Fire Stone)
- Dusklops → Dusknoir (Moon Stone)
- Roselia → Roserade (Sun Stone)
- Petilil → Lilligant (Sun Stone)
- Lampent → Chandelure (Moon Stone)
- Magneton → Magnezone (Thunder Stone)
- To enter the Clergy HQ in Saffron City, complete the following Item Chain:
- Receive Warden's Teeth from Fuchsia City.
- Deliver teeth to Warden in Viridian Trainer School → get Meteorite.
- Give Meteorite to Pewter Museum Scientist → get Ruby.
- Give Ruby to Celadon Police Dept Burglar → get Sapphire.
- Give Sapphire to old lady at Route 24 → get Cup of Tea.
- Give Tea to worker at Route 10 → receive Aurora Ticket.
- Give Aurora Ticket to Saffron Burglar → receive HM Surf.
- Travel to Seafoam Islands to find HM Strength.
- HM Fly → Route 17
- Last Pokémon Tower puzzle → check bed upstairs
- HM Cut → Burglar in Viridian Forest
- Final boss → Normal/Flying type
Known Bugs & Issues
- Some minor text or sprite inconsistencies may appear.
- Currently in Beta; gameplay is complete, but feedback is appreciated.
Screenshots
Download Links
Developer Information
Developer / Team: Scarlet D. (Developer, Maps), Megacyber [JakeMajin] (Story, Sprites, OWs, Maps)
Special Thanks: Kakos Xamos (Story), Solidius (Sprites), Sapphire Wolf (Pokédex), H4x0r4k0s (Mapping)Source & References
Official Thread / Website:https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=425843
Community Link:
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the game complete?
A: Yes, Beta 1.6 contains the full story and gameplay.
Q: Are there any restrictions?
A: Some content contains mature language; PG-15 suggested.
Q: Can I access all evolutions?
A: Yes, including the custom evolution list above.
Q: Any tips for progression?
A: Follow item chains carefully, explore thoroughly, and use clues from NPCs.
How to Play
Requirements:
- Game Boy Advance emulator (VisualBoyAdvance, mGBA, etc.)
- Compatible FireRed ROM (English 1.0)
- IPS Patch file
Instructions:
- Apply the IPS patch to your FireRed ROM using Lunar IPS.
- Launch the patched ROM in your emulator.
- Follow the story, complete the item chains, and enjoy the adventure!
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