About Pokemon: AlteRed Version
Pokemon: AlteRed Version is a creative ROM hack of the classic Pokemon FireRed, designed to surprise and delight fans of the series. While it retains the nostalgic core of the original Kanto journey, this fan-made project shakes up everything you thought you knew. With over 400 redesigned Pokemon featuring alternate forms, new typings, modern stats, and move sets pulled from across generations, the world feels both familiar and completely fresh. From encountering uniquely altered creatures to testing new battle strategies, it's a remix full of unexpected twists and discoveries.
The story structure of FireRed remains intact, but the new creature designs and refined gameplay mechanics add layers of intrigue and unpredictability. Even seasoned trainers will find themselves double-taking when facing old favorites reborn with surprising new abilities. For veterans seeking a greater challenge, there's a "With Gun" variant that introduces harder battles and exclusive Pokemon sure to test your skills.
How To Play
Stepping into the shoes of a Pokemon Trainer once again, you’ll embark on a revamped adventure across the iconic Kanto region. AlteRed keeps the core gameplay of exploring towns, battling trainers, and collecting Gym Badges, but turns tradition on its head with its redesigned Pokemon roster and updated mechanics.
Wander through tall grass and discover over 400 altered Pokemon species with unique types, moves, and stats. Battles follow the classic turn-based strategy of the series but feature modern tweaks, moves from later generations, and rebalanced abilities. This changes the dynamics in team building — forcing players to adapt and innovate with nearly every encounter.
Trainers can trade, battle with friends, and manage their party using familiar menus with emulator support or real hardware. For those eager to push their limits, tackle the "With Gun" variant, a harder mode that ramps up both difficulty and excitement. Whether you’re a nostalgic fan or a curious newcomer, AlteRed reminds you that there’s always something unexpected waiting in the world of Pokemon.
Controls
| Action | Gamepad | Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
| A | Button 1 | Z |
| B | Button 2 | X |
| L | Left Top Shoulder | Q |
| R | Right Top Shoulder | E |
| Select | Select | V |
| Start | Start | Enter |
| Up | D-Pad Up | ↑ Up Arrow |
| Down | D-Pad Down | ↓ Down Arrow |
| Left | D-Pad Left | ← Left Arrow |
| Right | D-Pad Right | → Right Arrow |



































