Click to start emulator
🎮 Game Controls
Click inside window to activate.
- ↑ ↓ ← → Move
- Z A (Action)
- X B (Run/Back)
- Enter Start
- V Select
- 1 / 2 Quick Save/Quick Load
- + Fast Fwd
About This Game
Introduction: "Pokemon of the Past" is a fan-made ROM hack of Pokemon Crystal for the Game Boy Color. It is set in the Kanto region, but during a historical period before the events of Red and Blue. The visual style uses the original Generation 2 engine, with custom sprites and maps to reflect an older version of the world.
Gameplay & Mechanics: The game offers a choice of three starter Pokemon: Charmander, Squirtle, and Bulbasaur. It maintains the Generation 2 battle mechanics, meaning there is no Physical/Special split, no Fairy type, and no abilities. The difficulty is higher than the official games, with tougher Gym Leaders and wild Pokemon, making it a solid choice for players seeking a challenge. It is not specifically designed as a Nuzlocke hack, but the increased difficulty supports that playstyle.
Key Features:
- A reimagined Kanto with older town layouts, new dungeons like Mt. Moon Base, and different character roles for familiar figures.
- An expanded Pokedex featuring all 251 Pokemon from Generations 1 and 2, with altered encounter locations to fit the new timeline.
- A unique storyline exploring the early days of Team Rocket's rise to power and the origins of the Kanto Pokemon League.
This hack provides a fresh perspective on a classic region by exploring its history through the established Game Boy Color engine.
