01Overview
Pokémon Dark Rising is a challenging ROM hack of Pokémon FireRed set in the Core Region. As the Chosen One, you’ll embark on a quest to save the world from an ancient evil, facing disasters, climate changes, and powerful foes like the mysterious Darugis in an immersive and story-driven adventure.
| Developer | DarkRisingGirl |
| Base game | FireRed |
| Platforms | GBA |
| Release date | April 28, 2012 |
| Last updated | April 29, 2025 |
| Rating | 4.0/5 |
| Playtime | 25-30 hours (Main Story), 40+ hours (Post-Game) |
02Storyline
In the Core Region, a dream reveals you as the Chosen One, tasked by Arceus to save the world from an ancient evil named Darugis. Disasters and climate changes plague the land, and as you set out from Fells Town to deliver a package for the Professor, you encounter a mysterious girl who knows of your destiny. Battle through new gyms, uncover secrets, and stop the darkness threatening the Pokémon world.
03Trailer
04Features· 16
New Core Region to explore
Challenging difficulty with erratic level curves
Epic storyline with darker themes
386 Pokémon from Kanto
Johto
Hoenn
Sinnoh
and Unova
New gym leaders and Elite Four with signature Pokémon
Day and night cycle affecting gameplay
New moves and Dream World abilities (e.g.
Drizzle Poliwag)
Tough rival battles with custom movesets
High-level wild Pokémon (e.g.
level 38 on early routes)
Post-game content with legendary encounters
05Post-Game Content
After the main story, face the Battle Frontier, hunt for legendary Pokémon like Dialga and Palkia, and tackle additional challenges in the Core Region.
06Difficulty Settings· 3
07Changelog· 0
No changelogs available.
08Screenshots· 2
09Resources
Credits
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Main Developers
DarkRisingGirl
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