Pokemon Legacy (GBA)

Fly April 15, 2021

Pokemon Legacy GBA ROM – Detailed Hack Overview

Pokemon Legacy GBA

Game Information

Hack Name: Pokemon Legacy
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokemon FireRed
Hack Status: Beta 1
Language: English
Release Type: Fan-made ROM Hack

Table Of Contents


About This ROM Hack

Pokémon Legacy is a GBA ROM hack of Pokémon FireRed that reimagines the Kanto region 10 years after the events of the original games. The hack incorporates Pokémon from Sinnoh and Unova, a new villain capable of manipulating time, and introduces a variety of modern mechanics and quality-of-life features. Players can experience a fresh storyline while revisiting the familiar Kanto setting with updated maps, new trainer classes, and custom sprites.

Key aspects of the hack include:

  • All-new story centered around stopping Mr. Time, a villain seeking world domination.
  • Day/Night system, bounty-hunting side quests, and multiple new areas.
  • Updated overworlds (OW), new tilesets, and sprite designs.
  • Fusion of Poké Center and Poké Mart into a B/W-style layout.
  • Starter Pokémon is Pichu, offering a unique challenge early in the game.

 

Story Overview

You begin your journey as a 16-year-old trainer in Viridian City. After receiving your first Pokémon from Professor Oak, you discover that the fate of Kanto rests in your hands. Over the years, Kanto has changed: Pallet Town has grown in fame thanks to Red and Blue, and Oak has retired, with Blue taking his place as Professor.

The central plot revolves around Mr. Time, a mysterious villain with the ability to control time. You cannot stop him alone; along your adventure, you must form a team, explore the reimagined Kanto, and complete side quests to gather allies. Along the way, players will face Gym Leaders, new challenges, and uncover secrets hidden throughout the region.


Key Features

  • Custom Pokémon Roster: Includes Pokémon from Sinnoh and Unova, alongside third-generation starters.
  • New Storyline: A unique narrative with a time-manipulating villain and bounty-hunting side quests.
  • Day/Night System: Gameplay is affected by the time of day, changing encounters and events.
  • Updated Overworld & Sprites: All-new tiles, maps, and character sprites provide a fresh visual experience.
  • B/W-Style Pokémon Centers: Fused Poké Center and Poké Mart for streamlined gameplay.
  • Gym Leader & Battle Updates: Pallet and Viridian gyms are staffed by new leaders; the full Kanto gym roster has updated strategies.
  • Starter Selection: Begin your adventure with Pichu, offering a challenging early-game experience.
  • Decapitalization Patch: Pokémon names now follow standard capitalization rules.
  • Bounty-Hunting System: Optional side quests provide additional rewards and challenge.


Known Bugs & Issues

  • The hero overworld color changes when running.
  • Totodile does not disappear immediately after being defeated or captured.
  • Losing a battle before healing at a Pokémon Center may send you to Cinnabar Town unexpectedly.
  • Certain minor bugs may occur on emulators other than VisualBoyAdvance (1.7.2 or higher).

Download Links

Download: Mediafire

Developer Information

Developer / Team: fanp
Credits: 

  • Ovidiu-Hiei – Beta Tester
  • Wargasm – Beta Tester
  • Wesley FG – Tiles and OWs
  • Alistair – Tiles and Pokéball OW
  • Kiledove – Tiles
  • Wichu – Decapitalization Patch
  • diegoisawesome – D/P Text Font
  • HackMew – Pokémon OWs and HG sprites
  • Deoxys121 – Unova Pokémon sprites and icons
  • Zelix (WaH) – Tiles
  • ChriSX698 – Brock Sprite
  • Mitchel1 – 16-color GBA palette and ROM base
  • Zaux (WaH) – Platinum Textbox
  • SSJ4 Furanki – Magmortar and Electivire sprites
  • Mustafa5050 – Dialga OW
  • Additional contributors for sprites, tools, and guidance

Source & References

Official Thread / Website: https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=273923

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I play Pokémon Legacy?
 A: Pokémon Legacy is an .ips patch. Use Lunar IPS to patch a clean Pokémon FireRed ROM (U) with the provided file.

Q: Can I use any emulator?
 A: The hack is best played on VisualBoyAdvance 1.7.2 or higher. Other emulators may produce bugs not present in VBA.

Q: What Pokémon can I catch?
 A: Includes Sinnoh and Unova Pokémon, alongside updated third-generation starters. Some Pokémon evolve differently than in the base game.

Q: Are there any post-game activities?
 A: Bounty-hunting side quests are available in Beta 1.1, offering additional challenges beyond the main story.

Q: Are there any bugs I should know about?
 A: Minor issues include Totodile not disappearing immediately after capture/defeat, overworld color changes when running, and unexpected respawn points if you lose before healing. These do not break gameplay.

Q: Who are the Gym Leaders?
 A: Some confirmed leaders:
  • Pallet Gym: ???
  • Viridian Gym: Luke
  • Pewter Gym: Brock
  • Cerulean Gym: Misty
  • Lavender Gym: Morty
  • Vermilion Gym: Joe
  • Fuschia Gym: Janine
  • Neo Cinnabar Gym: ???

Q: How complete is Beta 1.1?
 A: Beta 1.1 includes 96% of planned content:
  • Graphics: 100%
  • Scripting: 90%
  • Mapping: 100%

How to Play

Requirements

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


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