Pokémon Rose Gold Is The Johto Prequel We’ve Waited Years For

This year celebrates the 30th anniversary of all things Pokémon, and it is hard to believe that these adorable little creatures have been a part of our life for three decades. However, with any impressive milestone comes some big announcements from both Nintendo and fans alike. Nintendo kicked off the year by announcing the arrival of the next mainline entry, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, which launches in 2027, but it is this newly revealed ROMhack that has captured the hearts and minds of the most dedicated Pokémon fans.

Pokémon Rose Gold Is A Sequel To FireRed/LeafGreen

Serving as an unofficial sequel to Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen, the 2004 remakes of 1996’s Pokémon Red and Green, Pokémon Rose Gold is a brand-new adventure which will see players explore a new region around Mt. Silver. Offering 1.5–2 hours worth of gameplay, this ROMhack takes place several years after the events of Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen as you stay up in the Tohjo region to train with your beloved team.

Featuring an original story hack, a new region, dynamic characters, Gen 1-9 Pokémon, moves and abilities + Fairy type, new boss battles with enhanced difficulty, and much more, Pokémon Rose Gold is the perfect way to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this beloved franchise. Now, the demo for Pokémon Rose Gold is available to download for free, giving players the opportunity to explore a brand-new region and catch those Pokémon ahead of its official release.

Rose Gold NDS is one of the first DS romhacks featuring a completely original story and region, built on hg-engine to include modern mechanics and Gen 1-9 Pokémon.

Pokémon Fans Can Check Out A Demo Now

Since its demo dropped earlier this year, fans have been sharing their praise for Pokémon Rose Gold, and as one user shared, “It’s shocking how far DS hacking has reached since like a decade ago.” Another added, “One of the most technically impressive hacks I’ve seen in Gen IV roms,” whilst one user said, “The prettiness of Rose Gold is living up to its name.”

So, if you want an excuse to revisit 2004’s Pokémon FireRed Version and Pokémon LeafGreen but with a modern-twist, brand-new campaign and region, then Pokémon Rose Gold offers everything you need and more. Better yet? It is completely free to download and try out now.