Pokémon Metronome – FireRed Challenge Hack Where Every Pokémon Uses Only Metronome
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed
Hack Status: Released
Language: French
Content Type: Challenge Hack, Gimmick ROM Hack
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Metronome is a small challenge-oriented ROM hack released on April 1st, 2020 by yushi56. Rather than introducing a new story, region, or large collection of gameplay features, the hack revolves around a single concept: nearly every Pokémon can learn only one move, Metronome.
The idea is intentionally simple and chaotic. Since Metronome randomly calls almost any move in the game, battles become highly unpredictable, turning every encounter into a gamble. Strategy takes a back seat to luck, making this a very different experience from a traditional Pokémon playthrough.
The creator also mentions that there are a few exceptions and quirks within the hack, leaving players to discover them on their own.
Key Features
- Metronome-Only Gameplay: Nearly all Pokémon can learn only the move Metronome.
- Highly Random Battles: Every battle becomes unpredictable because Metronome can call a huge variety of different moves.
- Challenge-Oriented Experience: Success depends heavily on adapting to random outcomes rather than building conventional movesets.
- Intentionally Simple Concept: The hack was created around a single gameplay gimmick rather than a complete game overhaul.
- Hidden Exceptions: The creator notes that a small number of Pokémon may have access to moves other than Metronome, while two Pokémon reportedly do not have access to Metronome at all.
- April Fools Release: Released on April 1st, 2020 as a fun and unconventional Pokémon project.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Some Pokémon Can Learn Other Moves: The creator mentions a few exceptions where certain Pokémon may have access to attacks besides Metronome.
- Two Pokémon Lack Metronome: According to the creator, two Pokémon do not have Metronome available, though their identities are not specified.
- No additional bug information was provided.
Screenshots
Download Links
Developer Information
Developer / Team: yushi56
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokemontrash
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Pokémon Metronome?
A: Pokémon Metronome is a challenge ROM hack where nearly every Pokémon can use only the move Metronome.
Q: Does the game have a new story?
A: No story modifications were mentioned. The focus is entirely on the gameplay gimmick.
Q: How does Metronome work in this hack?
A: Metronome randomly selects and uses another move, making every battle highly unpredictable.
Q: Is every Pokémon restricted to Metronome?
A: Almost every Pokémon is. The creator mentions a few exceptions.
Q: Who is this hack for?
A: Pokémon Metronome is best suited for players who enjoy random challenge runs, unpredictable battles, and humorous Pokémon experiences built around a unique gameplay concept.
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