Pokémon Emerald ReSprited (GBA) – Full Sprite Overhaul ROM Hack by The Ultra Nerd
Game Information
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon Emerald (GBA)
Hack Status: Public release, 16 Sept 2024
Language: English
Content Type: Visual overhaul, sprite replacement, collectible-focused enhancement ROM hack
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Emerald ReSprited is a large collaborative ROM hack created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pokémon Emerald. The core concept behind the project is a full artistic reinterpretation of the game: every Pokémon sprite has been redrawn by a community of more than 130 artists, making this one of the most extensive sprite-collaboration hacks for a GBA Pokémon title.
Key Features
- Full Sprite Overhaul: Every Pokémon sprite has been redrawn, replacing the original Emerald visuals with new custom artwork.
- 130+ Artist Collaboration: Over 130 artists contributed to the sprite set, making this a large-scale community-driven project.
- Anniversary Tribute: The hack was created as a celebration of Pokémon Emerald’s 20th anniversary.
- Artist-Themed Trainers: Many trainers have been edited to represent contributing artists and use the Pokémon they designed.
- All 386 Pokémon Obtainable (ReSprited Plus): The ReSprited Plus version allows access to the full Hoenn National Dex on a single save file.
- Custom Shiny Sprites: Shiny Pokémon use specially designed alternate color palettes rather than standard ones.
- Increased Shiny Rate: Shiny odds are boosted to approximately 1/512, making shiny hunting a more central part of gameplay.
- Visual-Focused Enhancement: The hack emphasizes artistic variety and sprite uniqueness over heavy mechanical or balance changes (no major gameplay system overhauls are specified).
Screenshots
Download Links
Documentation
All Sprites and Credits: Google Docs
Developer Information
Developer / Team: The Ultra Nerd
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this hack for?
It’s ideal for players who already love Pokémon Emerald and want to replay it with completely new visuals, as well as fans of Pokémon art and sprite design.
Does this hack change the story of Emerald?
No major story changes are specified. The core Emerald narrative remains intact.
What makes this different from other Emerald ROM hacks?
Its main focus is a full sprite redraw of every Pokémon by a large group of artists, making it more of an artistic overhaul than a balance or difficulty hack.
What is ReSprited Plus?
ReSprited Plus is an expanded version that includes all 386 Pokémon obtainable in one save file, along with custom shinies and boosted shiny odds.
Are shiny Pokémon different in this hack?
Yes. Shiny Pokémon use custom shiny sprite designs instead of the standard palettes.
Is this a difficulty hack?
No major difficulty rebalance is mentioned. The focus is on visuals and collection rather than challenge scaling.
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