Pokemon Snakewood Improved (GBA ROM) Downlaod

Download Pokemon Snakewood Improved GBA ROM Hack

Creator: Scared_Elk93
Snakewood’s Creator: Cutlerine
Version: 0.11
Hack of: Ruby
Updated: October 02, 2024
Language: English
Status: Progressing

Description

Pokemon Snakewood Improved is a ROM hack developed by Scared_Elk93 to modernize the classic Pokemon Snakewood Cutlerine. This revamped version includes several quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes, providing a smoother gaming experience while preserving the original story and trainer battles.

Players can enjoy the unique zombie-themed adventure with enhanced playability and fewer glitches, making it more accessible for today’s fans.

Disclaimer

Scared_Elk93 did not create Snakewood; full credit goes to Cutlerine and their team. This project focuses on modernizing the original Snakewood with quality-of-life changes for a smoother experience.

Screenshots

Also worth trying: Pokemon Emerald ReSprited

Features

Physical/Special Split: One of the standout features of this Pokémon game. This innovative system allows players to experience a more nuanced battle strategy, as it clearly distinguishes between physical and special moves. This distinction means that trainers can carefully select attacks based on their Pokémon’s strengths, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
Reusable TMs: which revolutionizes how trainers manage their move sets. Instead of using a TM just once and losing it forever, players can now teach their Pokémon a move multiple times. This feature encourages experimentation and allows for more flexible team-building strategies, empowering trainers to adapt their tactics as they progress.
Repel Reuse Prompts: This feature helps trainers efficiently manage their exploration by reminding them to use repels again when they enter a new area. It streamlines the adventure, allowing players to focus on battling and capturing Pokémon rather than constantly worrying about wild encounters.
Wrapping Summary Screens: This provides concise and engaging overviews of Pokémon stats and moves. This visually appealing presentation enhances user experience, making it easier for players to assess their team and strategize effectively.
Bag Expansion feature also deserves mention, as it significantly improves inventory management. With more space to carry items, trainers can now stock up on essential supplies, making their journeys smoother and more enjoyable.
HM Usage without sacrificing move slots: This means that trainers can use Hidden Machines to navigate obstacles without having to compromise their Pokémon’s move sets. This feature encourages exploration and adventure without the frustrating limitations often associated with HMs.
Alpha-Blended Shadows: reminiscent of the stunning visuals found in HeartGold and SoulSilver. This graphical enhancement adds depth and realism to the Pokémon world, making battles and environments more immersive for players. Overall, these features combine to create a rich and engaging gameplay experience that enhances both strategy and enjoyment.

Bugfixes / Changes

Tile corruption in Littleroot Town on spawn
Darkening of tiles after a screen fade in
Readable text colors
Replace Golbat’s sprite
Fix Shop’s window tile corruption
Field Moves have colored text in the Party Menu
Disease type removal
Type icons reverted to default Ruby ones
Emerald style Save Prompt
Colored stat values based on nature
Repeated item usage
Error screen for wrong save file type
Multiple Registered Key Items
Exp Points on capture
Autorunning shoes
Fix Female Player sprite issues
More exp. points on winning battles
Event Specific
- Fix the palette issue for Meteor’s portrait
- Use any Electric moves for SS Cangrejo’s elevator event
- Avoid softlock after losing the Senex battle
- Set respawn point in Sootopolis City before heading to Sootopolis Heights
- Hard Disk Solo is obtained without having to catch Roclobster

WIP

Fixing improper item names
Fixing item description overflows
Event Specific
- Fixed some cutscene event movement issues
  - In Route 101, the first zombie cutscene uses the slide movements
  - In Verdanturf Ruins, both Alicia and Pestilence have their exit movements stop at the edge of the screen
  - In Mauville City, Chloe walks into the Hombone and later into the former Chef

Features from Pokemon Snakewood

New scripts, new overworlds, new sprites – the usual
Exciting new areas, such as the hidden Meathouse, the maddening Island of Calm, and the unexpected Hoenn University of Film
Several zombie versions of normal Pokémon (Fakemon), two of which are capturable
6 Denjuu
An indeterminate number of Fakemon (somewhere between 40 and 50), including a good number of hidden evolutions to existing Pokémon
New legendaries, some of which are very, very evil
7(?) Sinnoh Pokémon
5(?) Isshu (or Unova, depending on how much you care) Pokémon
Most Gyms have now been destroyed by zombies, and hence Badges are come by in somewhat unusual ways
A few type changes for Pokémon here and there:
- Luxio => Electric/Dark
- Luxray => Electric/Dark
- Meowth => Normal/Dark
- Persian => Normal/Dark
- Seviper => Poison/Dark
- Banette => Ghost/Fighting
- Milotic => Water/Psychic
- Hariyama => Fighting/Normal
A surprising pet shop run by a certain Count
A host of deceitful characters who will do anything to lie to you
An unusual and somewhat wandering storyline
An enormous number of references to books, films, manga, other hacks, and other such things
A somewhat darker plot than usual
A slightly increased difficulty level