Pokemon Scarlet Blaze GBA ROM – Detailed Hack Overview
Game Information
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About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Scarlet Blaze is a story-driven FireRed ROM hack that reimagines the Kanto region with modern mechanics, heavy narrative focus, and extensive gameplay upgrades inspired by Generations 4, 5, and later. Built on advanced ROM bases and custom scripting, the hack emphasizes character legacy, rebellion, and regional unity while delivering a feature-rich gameplay experience.
With redesigned maps, HGSS-style visuals, DS-inspired sprites, and a large number of quality-of-life improvements, Scarlet Blaze aims to feel like a modern Pokémon title within the GBA engine.
Story Overview
You play as Crimson or Scarlet (names are fixed regardless of player input), the son or daughter of RED, the original protagonist. Your journey begins in Kanto with a personal mission: uncover the truth about your parents while clashing with your rival SKY, the son of Blue.
As your adventure progresses, your goal evolves from self-discovery into proving—to yourself and all of Kanto—that you are not living in RED’s shadow, but capable of surpassing him.
Meanwhile, a new faction known as Team Rebel rises in the aftermath of Team Rocket’s disappearance from Kanto and Johto. Unlike Rocket, Team Rebel is not a secretive crime syndicate—they are open revolutionaries fighting against the government itself. As tensions escalate, you soon realize your journey coincides with the outbreak of an all-out rebellion, placing you at the center of political conflict, regional unrest, and destiny-defining trials.
Key Features
- Johto Trials System: Gym Leaders from Johto unite with elite trainers from Kanto, Johto, and Hoenn to host special Trials that reward progression and strengthen interregional bonds.
- Modern Battle Mechanics: Includes the Physical/Special split, updated critical hit mechanics, catch EXP gain, reusable TMs, BW-style Repel system, and nature-colored stats.
- Expanded Pokédex: Adds post- and pre-evolutions, select Generation 4 and 5 Pokémon, stone-based Eevee evolutions, and level-up replacements for all trade evolutions.
- Visual Overhaul: Features HGSS-style graphics, DS-inspired Pokémon sprites, new battle backgrounds, new HP boxes, Platinum-style text boxes and fonts, and a redesigned Pokémon menu.
- Map & World Changes: Routes are rebuilt, cities receive adjustments, new areas are opened, and exclusive locations such as Pokémon Tower, Police Academy, and Johto Trial zones are added.
- Story & Script Expansion: Over 80% of scripts are new, featuring a rewritten plot, a new evil team, fixed protagonist/rival identities, and multiple side quests.
- Quality-of-Life Enhancements: Running indoors, National Dex from the start, IV display, item pop-up notifications, no overworld poison damage, Good Rod after Brock, and improved trainer AI.
- Side Activities: Includes Pidgey Postal Service, Johto Trials, Nido Hunt, Poké Petting Farm, Police Academy side quest, and seasonal events such as the Halloween special.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Save files are not compatible between Beta v1.2 and the Halloween Beta
- Glitches may occur on unsupported emulators
- Beta content may include unfinished areas or balance issues
Screenshots
Download Links
Download: MediafireDeveloper Information
Developer / Team: ASDBUDDY
Credits:
- RichterSnipes- Pokemon throwback ROM base
- Ikarus's lost property V 2.4 ROM base
- InnerMobius-HGSS TRAINER SPRITES
- Omega-HP boxes patch
- Naren Jr. for the Pokemon Menu
- ComputerMax for the coloured badges
- Ruki for battle backgrounds and FBI and Wobb for inserting them
- bag's sprites-JK
- Chaos Rush- DS styled pokemon sprites
- BluRose- ASM routine
- Andrea-itemshow ASM routine
- Prime dialga and Andrea-transitional DNS
Help in making:
- Anthroyd-For introducing to ROM hacking and has an elaborate and amazing tutorial
- Diegoiswesome- Mega XSE tutorial
- karatekid- Various flags variable and offsets
- Christos-Helping me overcome small(sometimes big) yet unforeseen hurdles along the way.
- Dr Fuji and Christos-helped in scripting errors
- Christos, HamtaroTumin,VoltYellow,Daman and Sam1994- Moral support
- KDS-Sprite insertion
- Kaihatsu- Front page banner
- Takeo-New halloween banner
- antsaTV- For streaming and beta testing Scarlet Blaze
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=392391
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pokémon Scarlet Blaze a complete game?
No. It is currently in beta, with content playable up to Lavender Town depending on the version.
Can I continue my save from older beta versions?
No. Saves from Beta v1.2 cannot be transferred to the Halloween Beta.
Does the game include Johto and Hoenn regions?
The game is set in Kanto but heavily integrates Johto and Hoenn trainers through the Johto Trials system.
Are Generation 4 and 5 Pokémon included?
Yes, a select number of Generation 4 and 5 Pokémon are available.
Is the difficulty higher than FireRed?
Yes. Trainers are stronger, more versatile, and designed to challenge experienced players.
Are trade evolutions changed?
Yes. All trade evolutions now evolve by level-up at appropriate levels.
Does the game support modern emulator features?
Yes, but it is recommended to use the latest versions of VBA-M or John GBA Lite for best stability.
How to Play
Requirements:
- A Pokémon FireRed ROM
- A Game Boy Advance emulator
Steps:
- Patch Pokémon Scarlet Blaze onto a clean Pokémon FireRed ROM.
- Use a recommended emulator for stability.
- Start a new game (old saves are incompatible with newer betas).
- Experience the reimagined Kanto region and the Johto Trials system.
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