Pokémon Snakewood Improved (GBA) – Zombie Apocalypse Reimagined with Modern Mechanics
Game Information
Related Content: Pokémon Snakewood
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Snakewood Improved is a patch collection designed to bring the 2013 release of Pokémon Snakewood up to modern ROM hacking standards. This WIP project focuses on enhancing the original experience by fixing bugs, improving features, and adding various modern mechanics like the Physical/Special Split and reusable TMs. The project is still in development, so users are advised to use it at their own discretion. The patch is mostly compatible with vanilla Pokémon Snakewood saves, but there are some limitations, such as the clearing of the "Items" pocket in the bag expansion patch.
Story Overview
Key Features
- Physical/Special Split: The hack introduces the Physical/Special Split, which allows moves to be classified based on their effects rather than their type, giving greater flexibility and strategy in battle.
- Reusable TMs: TMs can be used multiple times, providing greater freedom in how you teach moves to your Pokémon.
- Repel Reuse Prompts: Repels now prompt to be reused when the effect expires, helping streamline the gameplay.
- Wrapping Summary Screens: The summary screen text wraps for better readability, improving the overall user interface.
- Bag Expansion: The bag is expanded to accommodate more items, including new additions made in the hack.
- HM Usage without Sacrificing Move Slots: Pokémon can now learn HM moves without having to sacrifice a valuable move slot.
- Alpha-Blended Shadows: Shadows in the overworld are rendered with alpha blending, giving them a more polished look similar to HeartGold/SoulSilver.
Bugfixes / Changes
- Tile Corruption in Littleroot Town: Fixed tile corruption issues when the player spawns in Littleroot Town.
- Darkening of Tiles After Screen Fade: Corrected the issue where tiles would darken after a screen fade.
- Readable Text Colors: Fixed issues with unreadable text colors, improving readability during gameplay.
- Golbat’s Sprite: Replaced Golbat’s sprite with a more appropriate one.
- Shop’s Window Tile Corruption: Fixed tile corruption in the shop window.
- Field Moves Colored Text in Party Menu: The Party Menu now displays colored text for field moves, making it easier to distinguish them.
- Removed Disease Type: The "Disease" type has been removed from the game.
- Type Icons Reverted to Default Ruby Ones: The type icons have been changed back to the original Pokémon Ruby style.
- Emerald-style Save Prompt: The save prompt now mirrors the style used in Pokémon Emerald.
- Colored Stat Values Based on Nature: Stat values now display in colors that correspond to the Pokémon's nature.
- Error Screen for Wrong Save File Type: A new error screen will appear if the save file is of the wrong type.
- Multiple Registered Key Items: Multiple key items can now be registered at once.
- Exp Points on Capture: Players now receive experience points when capturing Pokémon, making it more rewarding.
- Autorunning Shoes: The running shoes are now automatic, enabling faster movement without the need to toggle the run button.
- Female Player Sprite Fixes: Fixed issues with the female player character’s sprite.
- Increased Exp. Points on Battle Wins: Players now receive more experience points for winning battles, accelerating progression.
- “Snakewood” Logo: The iconic Snakewood logo has been added to the game.
- Nature Changer in Verdanturf’s Endless Plains: A feature has been added to change your Pokémon's nature in the Endless Plains of Verdanturf.
- Ability Changer in New Mauville: Players can now change their Pokémon's abilities in New Mauville.
- Reverted Birch Chase Script: The original script for Professor Birch's chase has been restored.
Known Bugs & Issues
- In-progress Event Fixes: Several cutscene event movements have been fixed, including those in Route 101 and Verdanturf Ruins. Some NPCs still have movement issues that are being addressed.
- Incomplete Item Fixes: Some item names and descriptions still overflow, and the fix is still being worked on.
- WIP Features: Many of the features and fixes are still works in progress and may not yet be fully functional.
Screenshots
Download Links
v0.14: Mediafire
Developer Information
Developer / Team: Pseurae
Credits:
- Cutlerine and the Snakewood Team for creating Pokémon Snakewood.
- PRET for their decompilation of Pokémon Ruby.
- Super Versekr Dark for their Exp Points on capture routine.
- merpp for the pokeemerald overworld shadow feature.
- Andrea for the P/S Split routine.
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: https://github.com/Pseurae/snakewood-improved
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who's this hack/game for?
A: Pokémon Snakewood Improved is designed for players who enjoyed the original Pokémon Snakewood but wanted a more polished and modern experience. It’s ideal for those looking for bug fixes, modern mechanics like the Physical/Special Split, and extra features such as reusable TMs and autorunning shoes.
Q: What changes have been made to the original Pokémon Snakewood?
A: Many technical issues from the original game have been addressed, including tile corruption, text readability, and sprite issues. The hack also adds several features from modern Pokémon games, such as reusable TMs, the Physical/Special Split, and the ability to change natures and abilities.
Q: Are there any major bugs in Pokémon Snakewood Improved?
A: While many issues have been fixed, the hack is still a work in progress. Some event-specific cutscene movements and item descriptions are still being worked on.
Q: Can I use my old save file with Pokémon Snakewood Improved?
A: The patch is mostly compatible with vanilla saves, but the bag expansion patch may clear the "Items" pocket. Otherwise, your progress should carry over without issues.
Q: Is this hack fully completed?
A: No, Pokémon Snakewood Improved is a work in progress. Many features are still being developed, and not all event movements and item fixes are fully completed.
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