Pokemon GS Chronicles: Everything You Need to Know - Giga Chad Gamers (2024)

Creator: Dr. Seuss

Progress: Completed (Kanto region still in development)

Platform: GBA

Hack of: Pokemon FireRed

Pokemon GS Chronicles is a rom hack of Pokemon FireRed. This is a relatively old (2014!) rom hack that is still considered one of the best Johto hacks of all time.

Pokemon GS Chronicles improves upon the storyline and features of the original Pokemon Gold and Silver—‌providing longtime fans with another reason to dive back into their favorite region.

Who is This Game For?

You should play this game if you enjoy the Johto region but want more from the whole Team Rocket plotline.

However, you should not play this game if you’re just looking for a simple Johto rom hack with increased difficulty.

Screenshots

Features and Additions

Upgraded Storyline

Admit it. Team Rocket in the original Pokemon Gold and Silver lacked purpose and was kind of pointless.

But Pokemon GS Chronicles aims to fix that.

It makes the original story more interesting by adding slight route changes, different enemy encounters, and cutscenes that provide more depth and emotion.

Mega Evolution

Pokemon GS Chronicles fully supports Mega Evolution. Pokemon that are able to Mega Evolve in Generations 1-4 can also Mega Evolve in this game.

I honestly didn’t expect this feature to blend as well as it does in this game. It felt as if Mega Evolutions were a part of the original game all along.

New Regional PokeDex

You can encounter all 494 Pokemon available till the fourth generation + Sylveon in this game.

Although there are some restrictions, you can still build a great team by catching a wide variety of Pokemon.

All the Moves

You’ll get to experience all the moves from Generation 1 to 8.

And that’s not all. The game creator has included some custom moves as well.

No HMs Needed

Pokemon GS Chronicles incorporates the “ride” system from Generation 7.

Now you won’t have to carry around HMs anymore.

Updated Graphics

This game looks a lot prettier than your average hacks. And that is all thanks to upgraded graphics like battle backgrounds, bag, trainer card, and almost everything else.

Increased Difficulty

You’re in for a surprise beating if you’re not paying attention.

The AI is more “intelligent”. Opponents will switch out their Pokemon if the battle isn’t going their way. Plus, most trainers have a stronger team than the original games.

Physical/Special Split

Like a lot of other hacks, Pokemon GS Chronicles also has a physical/special split—‌giving neglected Pokemon a much-needed boost from STAB moves.

Fairy Types

Pokemon GS Chronicles grants Fairy typing to all intended Pokemon like Gardevoir, Clefairy, Jigglypuff, etc.

Pokemon GS Chronicles: Download

You can directly download the game by clicking on the following link: Pokemon GS Chronicles Download

However, .bps patches require a patcher tool and ROM. The game creator recommends patching this game to a clean Fire Red ROM (1636 – pokemon fire red (u)(squirrels).gba).

To download a ROM patcher, click on one of the following links:

• Online ROM Patcher (Multi-platform)
• Beat BPS Patcher for Windows
• Flips Patcher for Linux

Glitches

There’s no such thing as a rom hack without its fair share of glitches. And this one is no exception. Some known bugs in this game include:

• Laggy fast-forward speed
• Broken PokeMart graphics
• Occasionally incorrect health bar and EXP graphics
• Nonfunctional DexNav (might not work with mGBA and real hardware)

Pokemon GS Chronicles: Documentation

Want a reference document with all the Pokemon and their stat? We’ve got you. Here’s a link to the Google Sheets provided by the game creator himself: Pokemon GS Chronicles Documentation

This evolution guide pretty much contains everything like Dex entry, type balance, stat balance, locations, forms, etc.

Pokemon GS Chronicles: Gym Leaders

Want to prepare for an upcoming battle? Spoiler! Here are all the Gym Leaders and Elite Four you’ll get to encounter

Gym Leaders

Falkner (Level 15): Pidgey, Hoothhoot, Murkrow

Bugsy (Level 20): Skorupi, Yanma, Scyther

Whitney (Level 26): Granbull, Clefairy, Miltank, Togetic

Morty (Level 30): Misdreavus, Gengar, Haunter, Drifblim

Chuck (Level 37): Heracross, Primeape, Hariyama, Poliwrath

Jasmine (Level 41): Magneton, Lairon, Bastiodon, Steelix

Lorelei (Level 47): Glaceon, Glalie, Lapras, Jynx, Froslass

Clair (Level 53): Dragonair, Altaria, Flygon, Kingdra, Gyarados

Elite Four

Will (Level 60): Xatu, Gardevoir, Bronzong, Slowking, Exeggutor,

Koga (Level 60): Roserade, Gengar, Crobat, Muk, Beedrill

Aile (Level 60): Ursaring, Blissey, Kangaskhan, Delcatty, Snorlax

Karen (Level 60): Umbreon, Shiftry, Houndoom, Tyranitar, Drapion

Champions

Rival (Level 65): Weavile, Crobat, Alakazam, Gengar, Electivire, Typhlosion/Meganium/Feraligatr

Ethan (Level 68): Ariados, Arcanine, Milotic, Metagross, Sunflora, Drifblim

Pokemon GS Chronicles: Starters

You’ll get the regular Gold and Silver starters in this game, i.e. Cyndaquil, Totodile, Chikorita.

Want the Sinnoh starters on your team as well? Watch the short video below to learn how:

As for the Hoenn starters Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip, you get to choose one of them in the Goldenrod Sewers.

Cheats

There is fun to be had in this game, but cheats can make it even more enjoyable.

However, at the same time, don’t use a lot of cheats. Or there will be crashes and glitches galore.

Note: Remember to enter the cheat as Game Shark (Action Replay) or Code Breaker.

Unlock All Gym Badges (GameShark)

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Walk Through Walls (GameShark)

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All PokeMart Items Cost 1 Pokedollar (GameShark)

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One Hit KO (GameShark)

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Encounter Shiny Pokemon (GameShark)

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Increased Catch Rate (GameShark)

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Doesn’t work on Legendaries.

Unlimited Money (Code Breaker)

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Unlimited Rare Candy (Code Breaker)

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Unlimited Master Balls (Code Breaker)

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The balls will be in your PC.

Unlimited PP (GameShark)

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Unlimited EXP (GameShark)

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Get EXP after knocking the opponent’s Pokemon. Turn off cheat to stop receiving EXP.

Eggs Hatch Faster (GameShark)

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FAQs

How to evolve Haunter into Gengar in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

You can evolve Haunter into Gengar through two methods:

1. By leveling up while holding a Spell Tag
2. Through the link cable

The Spell Tag can be found east of Ecruteak City, north of Route 42.

The link cable can be bought in Goldenrod City.

Which is the best starter for Pokemon GS Chronicles?

Both Cyndaquil and Totodile are good options. Chikorita…not so much.

How do you solve the puzzle of the Ruins of the Alph in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

Solving the puzzle surrounding the Ruins of Alph can be tricky. If you’re tired and just want to be done with this part of the game, watch the short video below on how to solve the puzzle:

Where is Bagon in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

In Pokemon GS Chronicles, Bagon can be caught in Mt. Mortar (3F) and Victory Road (Main).

How to evolve Kadabra into Alakazam in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

Here’s how you can evolve Kadabra into Alakazam in Pokemon GS Chronicles:

• Get a Twisted Spoon from the collector at the Lake of Rage
• Give the spoon to Kadabra
• Level up the Kadabra

How to get a Mega Feraligatr in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

This game has custom mega evolutions so your Feraligatr can Mega evolve and get a Water/Dragon typing. But to Mega evolve it, you’ll need a Mega Stone. Defeat Elder Mokai in Ecruteak City to get the Feraligatite.

How to get a Mega Typhlosion in Pokemon GS Chronicles?

Your Typhlosion can also Mega evolve and get a Fire/Ground typing. But to Mega evolve it, you’ll need a Mega Stone. Defeat Elder Mokai in Ecruteak City to get the Typhlosinite.

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