Pokémon Fire Red 2 – French FireRed Expansion Featuring Gen 1–7 Pokémon, Mega Pokémon, and Increased Difficulty
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed (U)(Squirrels)
Hack Status: Beta 1.1
Language: French (Pokémon names and attacks) / English (dialogue)
Content Type: Pokémon Expansion Hack, Difficulty Enhancement
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Fire Red 2 is a French FireRed ROM hack created with the goal of providing players with many additional hours of gameplay rather than completely reinventing the Pokémon formula.
The hack significantly expands the available Pokémon roster by including species from Generations 1 through 7, including Alolan Forms, while also reworking wild encounters, trainer teams, and progression balance. The developer specifically states that the project is not intended to be revolutionary, but rather a larger and more content-rich version of FireRed.
In addition to the expanded Pokédex, the game incorporates several modern mechanics such as the Physical/Special Split, a Day and Night System, alternative evolution methods for trade-evolution Pokémon, and the inclusion of Mega Pokémon.
At the time of the provided information, Version 1 is considered complete through the Pokémon League, with future plans for additional content and improvements.
Key Features
- Pokémon from Generations 1–7: Includes Pokémon from Generations 1 through 7.
- Alolan Forms Included: Alolan variants are available in the game.
- All Pokémon Obtainable: The developer states that all Pokémon included in the hack can be captured.
- Completely Revised Wild Encounters: Wild Pokémon distributions have been changed throughout the game.
- Trainer Team Overhaul: Trainer rosters have been modified and feature increased levels.
- Higher Difficulty: Opponents are generally stronger than in the original FireRed.
- Mega Pokémon Available: Mega Pokémon are included within the game.
- Physical/Special Split: Modern move classification mechanics have been added.
- Day and Night System: The world changes according to time.
- Alternative Trade Evolutions: Pokémon that originally evolved through trading now evolve through different methods.
- Map Graphic Improvements: Several maps and environments have received visual upgrades.
- Palette Town and Route 1 Enhancements: Beta 1.1 includes graphical improvements for these early-game areas.
Known Bugs & Issues
- High Grass Graphic Bug: Fixed in Beta 1.1.
- No additional known bug list was provided.
- Some planned features remain unfinished, including full translation, additional regions, and several gameplay systems.
Screenshots
Download Links
Beta 1.1: Mediafire
Developer Information
Developer / Team: kiros97
Credits: Xizqu, AkameTheBulbasaur, UltimaSoul, Spherical Ice, Lu-Ho, Shiny Quagsire, Navenatox, Diegoisawesome, MrDollSteak, Karatekid552, Gamer2020, Squeetz, Mr. Pkmn, thedarkdragon11, Touched, Kalarie, Againsts, NarenJr, YoY-X, ChaCha, Dino, Jambo51, Lunos, Sagiri, Doesntknowhowtoplay, JPAN, HackMew, Delta231, Mystelex, SP458, Knizz, Turtl3skulll, Skeli, Unbound, Darthatron, Itman, Undi, Chaos Rush, Tajaros, Kurapika, and HidoranBlaze.
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokemontrash
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Pokémon Fire Red 2?
A: Pokémon Fire Red 2 is a French FireRed ROM hack that expands the game with Pokémon from Generations 1–7, Alolan Forms, Mega Pokémon, and various modern gameplay features.
Q: Does the game include all Pokémon?
A: According to the developer, all Pokémon included in the hack are obtainable.
Q: Are Alolan Forms available?
A: Yes. Alolan Forms are part of the hack.
Q: Does the game use the Physical/Special Split?
A: Yes. The modern Physical/Special Split has been implemented.
Q: Are Mega Evolutions included?
A: Mega Pokémon are available, although the developer notes that the current implementation treats them as separate Pokémon rather than traditional Mega Evolutions.
Q: Is the game more difficult than FireRed?
A: Yes. Trainer teams have been modified, and their levels increased to provide a greater challenge.
Q: Who is this hack for?
A: Pokémon Fire Red 2 is ideal for players who enjoy the classic FireRed adventure but want a much larger Pokémon roster, stronger opponents, and modern gameplay additions while still retaining the core FireRed experience.
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