Gentlemon: Classy Red – A Humorous FireRed ROM Hack Where Every Pokémon Becomes a Proper Gentlemon
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon FireRed
Hack Status: Beta 1
Language: English
Content Type: Comedy Hack, Sprite Hack, Gameplay Modification, Pokémon Redesign
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Gentlemon: Classy Red is a lighthearted Pokémon FireRed ROM hack that transforms the original Kanto adventure into an elegant parody where Pokémon become "Gentlemon"—distinguished creatures complete with top hats, mustaches, and refined manners.
Rather than reinventing FireRed's story, the hack focuses on its comedic presentation through custom sprites, humorous dialogue, and gameplay changes that reinforce the theme of class and etiquette. The project is paired with Gentlemon: Charming Green, its Pokémon Emerald counterpart. While Classy Red contains the first 151 Gentlemon, Charming Green is intended to feature the remaining Pokémon, with trading supported between the two versions.
In addition to the visual overhaul, the game includes several quality-of-life improvements, updated maps, custom scripts, and various gameplay tweaks that embrace its unique gentlemanly theme.
Key Features
- 151 Gentlemon: Features redesigned versions of the original 151 Pokémon with classy, gentleman-inspired appearances.
- Companion Version Support: Trading is supported with Gentlemon: Charming Green, which is intended to contain the remaining Gentlemon.
- Custom Gentleman Sprites: Pokémon receive completely redesigned battle and overworld sprites inspired by formal attire and Victorian-style elegance.
- Updated Maps and Scripts: Various maps and in-game events have been modified to better match the hack's humorous theme.
- Sir Dollsteak's Base: Built using Sir Dollsteak's ROM hacking base as part of the project's foundation.
- American Rival: Encounter a rival with a unique comedic twist fitting the hack's style.
- New Gentlemon Actions: Includes additional custom actions designed specifically for Gentlemon.
- Universal Swagger: Every Gentlemon is capable of learning Swagger.
- Move Restrictions: Moves that steal or make use of another Pokémon's possessions have been removed, as such behavior would be considered ungentlemanly.
- No Nasty Plot: Gentlemon cannot learn Nasty Plot, reinforcing the hack's emphasis on proper etiquette.
- Game Corner Removed: The Celadon Game Corner has been closed because respectable Gentlemon do not gamble.
- Quality-of-Life Improvements: Includes bug fixes, the Physical/Special split, Decap, and other commonly used ROM hacking enhancements.
- Humorous Dialogue: The game's writing embraces exaggerated gentlemanly speech and comedy throughout the adventure.
Known Bugs & Issues
- The project is released as Beta 1 and was still in development at the time of publication. According to the available progress information, sprite work and mapping were complete, while scripting was approximately 60% complete. Players may encounter unfinished content or features that were still being implemented.
Progress
- Sprites: Generation 1 complete
- Mapping: Complete
- Scripting: Approximately 60.52%
Screenshots
Download Links
Beta 1: Mediafire
Developer Information
Developer / Team: Joexv
Credits:
- Sir Dollsteak — Base used for the project
- TalonTheOwl — Legendary Bird sprites
- TheRealOCD
- Photoshop
- The developer's brother for... motivational criticism
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this hack for?
A: Gentlemon: Classy Red is perfect for players looking for a humorous Pokémon FireRed experience filled with custom sprites, jokes, and a completely different visual style rather than a serious gameplay overhaul.
Q: Is Gentlemon: Classy Red a completed ROM hack?
A: No. The available release is Beta 1, and the developer noted that scripting was still in progress during development.
Q: Is this hack meant to be taken seriously?
A: Not at all. Gentlemon: Classy Red is intentionally comedic, parodying Pokémon through exaggerated gentlemanly themes, humorous dialogue, and stylish sprite redesigns.
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