Pokemon FireRed Super-Extra-Nostalgia Edition GBA ROM – Detailed Hack Overview
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About This ROM Hack
Pokémon FireRed Super-Extra-Nostalgia Edition is a sprite-focused ROM hack that brings back the whimsical, exaggerated charm of the original Game Boy Pokémon sprites. All 151 original Pokémon have been redesigned to match their old-school aesthetic while blending seamlessly with Generation III graphics.
This hack offers two modes:
- Normal Mode: Only Pokémon sprites are updated.
- DELUXE Mode: Sprites updated, wild Pokémon placements adjusted, and some Gym Leader teams improved to use correct types without repeating species.
This ROM hack is ideal for players who want to relive the nostalgia of Pokémon FireRed with a fully revamped visual style and slight gameplay enhancements.
Story Overview
The story in Pokémon FireRed Super-Extra-Nostalgia Edition follows the classic FireRed journey through Kanto, with minor adjustments in DELUXE mode to accommodate the updated Pokémon encounters:
- Players can catch all 151 Pokémon in one game, spread across Kanto and select areas for balance.
- Gym Leaders’ teams in DELUXE mode have been updated to match the proper types for a fair challenge.
- Legendary and rare Pokémon placements have been modified for exploration and surprise encounters
Key Features
- Redesigned Sprites: All 151 Pokémon receive nostalgic, exaggerated front sprites.
- Catchable Pokémon: Standard FireRed adjustments allow all 151 Pokémon to be obtainable in the wild.
- DELUXE Mode: Wild Pokémon and Gym Leader teams modified for proper typing and variety.
Rare Pokémon Locations:
- Bulbasaur – Berry Forest
- Charmander – Mt. Ember
- Squirtle – Seafoam Islands
- Eevee – Berry Forest
- Mew – Victory Road (originally Moltres’ location)
- Jynx – Seafoam Islands
- Mr. Mime, Farfetch’d, Lickitung – Safari Zone
- Aerodactyl – Victory Road
- Lapras – Seafoam Islands (Surfing)
- Porygon – Silph Co.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Cannot layer this hack on top of other ROM hacks due to sprite space usage.
- Minor inaccuracies in Pokémon placement in Normal Mode compared to DELUXE Mode.
- No major gameplay-breaking bugs reported.
Screenshots
Download Links
Download: MediafireDeveloper Information
Developer / Team: captnotatroll
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=280166
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the difference between Normal and DELUXE mode?A: Normal mode updates only sprites; DELUXE mode also changes wild Pokémon placements and adjusts Gym Leader teams for proper types and no duplicate species.
Q: Can I catch all 151 Pokémon?
A: Yes, the hack is designed so all original 151 Pokémon are obtainable.
Q: Can this hack be applied on top of other ROM hacks?
A: No, the new sprites take more space than the original, overwriting free ROM space used by other hacks.
Q: Where can I find rare Pokémon?
A: Specific locations include Berry Forest, Mt. Ember, Seafoam Islands, Victory Road, Safari Zone, and Silph Co., as listed above.
Q: Are legendary Pokémon included?
A: Yes, legends like Mew, Aerodactyl, and Lapras are available in key locations.
How to Play
Requirements
- A Game Boy Advance emulator
- A compatible ROM base
- Patch file (IPS / UPS / BPS)
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