Pokémon FireBurn (GBA) – Multi-Region FireRed Overhaul Featuring Gen 1–7 Pokémon, Mega Evolution, and Expanded Modern Mechanics (Demo Project)
Game Information
Hack Name: Pokemon FireBurn
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed v1.0 (USA)
Hack Status: Beta 2.5
Language: English
Content Type: Large-scale enhancement ROM hack, Multi-region expansion, Gameplay overhaul
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon FireBurn is a large-scale Pokémon FireRed hack in development by Team BlackX, spanning four regions: Kanto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Alola. The game integrates Pokémon from Generations 1–7, Mega Evolutions, and updated mechanics inspired by later games.
Despite being in a demo stage, the game showcases numerous advanced features, including hidden grottos, side quests, EV training routes, a full National Dex from the beginning, and reusable TMs. Players can explore new overworlds, battle updated trainers and rivals, and experience modern mechanics like Physical/Special/Status split and a day/night cycle.
Story Overview
FireBurn does not provide a fully detailed story in its demo description, but players are expected to explore the four regions while engaging in battles, completing side quests, and uncovering hidden areas. The game emphasizes freedom of exploration, replayability, and incorporating modern Pokémon mechanics within a FireRed-based engine.
Key Features
- Regions: Four regions (Kanto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Alola) are explorable.
- Pokémon Inclusion: All Pokémon from Generations 1–7 are available.
- Mega Evolution: Pokémon can Mega Evolve in battle.
- Graphics: Updated sprites and tile graphics wherever possible.
- Fairy Types: Fairy-type Pokémon are implemented.
- New Moves & Abilities: Additional moves and abilities from later generations.
- New Items: Includes new items and reusable TMs.
- Running Indoors: Players can run inside buildings.
- Forgettable HMs: HMs are removed and replaced with item-based alternatives.
- BW Repel System: Repel system functions like in Black & White.
- Poison Survival: Poison mechanics updated for survival effects.
- Hidden Grottos: Secret areas like in Black 2/White 2 for rare encounters.
- Side Quests: Many optional side quests for exploration.
- EV Training Routes: Specific routes for EV training added.
- Day & Night Cycle: Time-of-day changes affect gameplay.
- Physical/Special/Status Split: Moves are categorized with icons for clarity.
- Overworlds: New maps and overworlds for exploration.
- Trainers & Rivals: Updated and new trainer teams, including rivals.
- Egg Hatch at Level 1: Eggs hatch immediately at Level 1.
- Egg Market: Purchase eggs directly from special markets.
- National Dex: Accessible from the beginning of the demo.
- Mugshot Feature: Character mugshots for visual flair.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Many listed features are not fully implemented due to demo status (approximately 70% incomplete per description)
- Potential balance inconsistencies due to unfinished trainer and Pokémon distribution
- Feature overlap between generations may cause occasional progression inconsistencies
- Some systems (day/night, EV routes, hidden grottos) may be partially functional or placeholder-based
- Stability and polish likely vary depending on game progression stage
Screenshots
Download Links
Beta 2.5: MediafireDeveloper Information
Developer / Team: Sakib66
Credits:
- Wesley FG, LKPST, JPAN, Magiscarf, Katie, Omega, Zero, Jambo51, MrDollsteak, Chaos Rush, Link491, Touched, Doesntknowhowtoplay, Leon Dias, Spherical Ice, jiangzhengwenjzw, Dragonforce, Ratanmen, Yuji Watanabe
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many regions can I explore?A: Four: Kanto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Alola.
Q: Are all Pokémon from Generations 1–7 included?
A: Yes, the game features all Pokémon up to Gen 7, including Fairy types and Mega Evolutions.
Q: Are HMs required?
A: No. Traditional HMs are removed and replaced with items or alternate methods for field navigation.
Q: Can I start with a National Dex?
A: Yes, the National Dex is available from the beginning of the demo.
Q: Is the demo fully playable?
A: Most core gameplay is functional, but about 70% of features are still under development.
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