Pokemon SwowS GBA ROM – Detailed Hack Overview
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About This ROM Hack
Pokémon SwowS is a GBA ROM hack that blends humor with a deeper, expanded Pokémon world. While the foundation is based on Pokémon Emerald, the game has been reshaped with new maps, events, and gameplay features. The hack introduces two new evil teams, rare items, revised maps, and a richer storyline. The game uses the pokeemerald disassembly as its base and focuses on both serious story content and playful, original scripts.
Story Overview
In Pokémon SwowS, your adventure begins not in Littleroot but in Petalburg, where you live with your father. Professor Birch gives you all three starters to begin your journey.Team Quaz aims to capture Rayquaza to dominate Groudon and Kyogre, while Team C.C.A.C.C. attempts to capture all three Legendary Titans after researching overlooked ruins. Players must navigate this expanded conflict, prevent catastrophic events, and progress through a story that reshapes and deepens the original Pokémon Emerald plot. Rivals like Wally and May also receive more nuanced roles throughout the journey.
Key Features
- Expanded Storyline: Builds on Pokémon Emerald with deeper lore and multiple evil teams.
- Two New Evil Teams: Team Quaz (green) and Team C.C.A.C.C. (orange) alongside Team Aqua and Team Magma.
- Starter Pokémon: Players receive all three starters from the beginning.
- Revised Maps & Layouts: Complete map redesigns with music and event changes.
- New Rare Items: Big Nugget, Pearl String, Comet Shard, and Comet Dust.
- Running Shoes Indoors: You can run inside buildings from the start.
- Humor and Original Scripts: Dialogue mixes playful humor with serious storytelling.
- Enhanced Rival Battles: Wally and May are given improved roles as rivals.
- Developed with Pokeemerald Disassembly: Allows for advanced customization and event scripting.
- Beta Progression: Beta 1 includes two gyms (ending after Brawly) with plans for Beta 2 including five gyms.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Currently only Beta 1 is available; the full game is not complete.
- Some maps and events are placeholders or unfinished beyond the two-gym beta.
- Certain scripts or animations may not function fully in real hardware.
Screenshots
Download Links
Download: MediafireDeveloper Information
Developer / Team: Alexander Nicholi
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=422196
Community Link: https://github.com/nicholatian/swows
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What version is currently playable?
A: Beta 1, which includes the first two gyms and ends after defeating Brawly.
Q: How do I get the ROM?
A: The patch file for Pokémon SwowS is available on GitHub.
Q: Can I continue playing after Beta 1 ends?
A: Yes, you can continue to explore and play the rest of the original Pokémon Emerald game.
Q: Are the new teams part of the main story?
A: Yes, Team Quaz and Team C.C.A.C.C. are integrated into the expanded story alongside Team Magma and Aqua.
Q: Are there new items and features?
A: Yes, there are several new rare items, and you can run indoors with the Running Shoes.
Q: Is humor a major part of the game?
A: Yes, scripts include playful and humorous dialogue while maintaining serious plot elements.
How to Play
Requirements
- A Game Boy Advance emulator
- A compatible ROM base
- Patch file (IPS / UPS / BPS)
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