Pokemon Ikaru's Lost Property (GBA)

Fly April 12, 2021

Pokemon Ikaru's Lost Property GBA ROM – Detailed Hack Overview

Pokemon Ikaru's Lost Property GBA

Game Information

Hack Name: Pokemon Ikaru's Lost Property
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed (U)
Hack Status: v2.4
Language: English
Release Type: Fan-made ROM Hack

Table Of Contents


About This ROM Hack

Pokémon Ikaru's Lost Property is a comprehensive graphics patch made for Pokémon FireRed, specifically optimized for PokeMMO. The hack reworks the entire outdoor environment to include new animations, tilesets, and reworked locations for an immersive gameplay experience. It includes an updated look for many areas like Pallet Town, Viridian City, Cerulean City, and others, as well as adding several dynamic elements like new animations and special tiles. The goal was to enhance the visual experience, particularly for PokeMMO users, though the patch also works with other GBA emulators, with some known issues.

Story Overview

While this patch doesn't focus on adding a new storyline, it significantly improves the graphical experience by replacing the outdoor graphics and animations in various locations across the Kanto Region. The changes enhance the overall aesthetic of the game, making it more engaging for players interested in a fresh look for their journey through the familiar regions.

Key Features

  • New Outdoor Graphics: Reworked graphics for all outdoor environments in the Kanto region, including new tilesets and updated locations.
  • Animations: Custom animations for various tiles, including beach areas and Celadon City’s fountain, though some animations are limited in PokeMMO due to compatibility issues.
  • Support for Moemon: A special version of the hack, "Ikarus Found Her Moemon", includes both the graphics patch and Moemon, bringing a new, fun twist to the Pokémon experience.
  • PokeMMO Optimization: This patch is specifically optimized for PokeMMO, providing a smoother graphical experience with updated outdoor tiles, though it has some known limitations in non-PokeMMO emulators.
  • Reworked Cities: Updated visuals for cities such as Pallet Town, Cerulean City, Viridian City, Lavender Town, and Cinnabar Island.
  • Fixes and Updates: Regular updates to fix tile errors, doors, and city visuals, particularly for PokeMMO compatibility.


Known Bugs & Issues

  • Day and Night Tiles: The day/night cycle doesn't work correctly due to limitations in PokeMMO. The game only recognizes certain tiles for the cycle, so this feature is not functional in this patch.
  • Animated Tiles: Tiles that require animation, such as beach areas or the fountain in Celadon City, are not properly animated in PokeMMO due to client limitations.
  • Door Animations: New door tiles created in the patch are not recognized in PokeMMO due to their position and offset differences.
  • VBA Compatibility: Some tiles may not display correctly when running the patch in VBA, particularly the Pokémon Center tiles.
  • Palette Glitches: Tiles that use palette 6 (e.g., beach tiles) have known glitches when the game is loaded in PokeMMO. The issue doesn't occur in other emulators like VBA.
  • Border Tiles Glitch: Border tiles may appear glitched in PokeMMO, though they display correctly in other emulators.

Download Links

Download: Mediafire

Developer Information

Developer / Team: Ikarus
Credits: 

Alucus, ChaoticCherryCake, Cilerba, TheEnglishKiwi, Falsefate, Gallanty, and others contributed to the new graphics and tilesets.

Source & References

Official Thread / Website: https://forums.pokemmo.eu/index.php?/topic/49566-ips-ikarus-lost-property-kanto-graphics-patch-updated-692015/

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why does this patch not work with other emulators?
 A: This patch was specifically designed for PokeMMO, and due to its optimization for that client, there are compatibility issues with other emulators, particularly with tiles, animations, and day/night cycle features.

Q: Are there any specific graphical improvements for cities or towns?
 A: Yes, many cities such as Pallet Town, Cerulean City, Viridian City, and Celadon City have been reworked with new tilesets and animations to make the environments more engaging and lively.

Q: Will this patch work with later versions of PokeMMO?
 A: The patch was designed for earlier versions of PokeMMO. As the client has evolved, some features of the patch may not work as expected. Future updates to PokeMMO may address some of these issues.

Q: Can I use this patch with the standard GBA emulator?
 A: While the patch can be used with GBA emulators like VBA, there are known glitches such as tile errors and issues with certain animated tiles, particularly in areas like Pokémon Centers and beach areas.

Q: Is this patch compatible with Moemon?
 A: Yes! There’s a version of the patch called Ikarus Found Her Moemon, which includes both the graphics patch and Moemon, bringing a new element to the game.

How to Play

Requirements

  • A Game Boy Advance emulator
  • A compatible ROM base
  • Patch file (IPS / UPS / BPS)


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