Overview
A reimagined and fractured version of Kanto with new story arcs, characters, legendaries, and game mechanics. This is not a remake—it’s a rebirth.
Game Details
Developers: Rider PV
Base Game: FireRed
Base Game Version: Pokémon FireRed USA
Platforms: GBA
Game Info
Release Date: July 10, 2025
Updated: July 15, 2025
Playtime: 50–80 hours
Status: Completed
Version: 1.0
Storyline
The New Kanto follows a fractured and rewritten timeline of the classic Kanto adventure. Starting with strange anomalies in Pallet Town, players encounter new characters like Brendan, Phoebe, and Roxanne as Gym Leaders. With the world unraveling, legendary Pokémon roam free, Mega and Dynamax mechanics come into play, and a climactic confrontation with MissingNo threatens the timeline. Along the journey, the player explores new towns, timelines, and cosmic rifts that decide the fate of Kanto.
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Features
Start with Riolu instead of a classic Kanto starter
New Gym Leaders and rivals including Brendan, Phoebe, and Wattson
Open world expansion with roaming legendaries from multiple generations
Mega Evolution and Dynamax mechanics integrated into the game
A fractured timeline with alternate realities and MissingNo storyline
Dynamax Dens and Dark Rifts introduce endgame challenges
Side quests in Rider Town, Apricorn collection, and secret events
Difficulty Settings
Changelogs
1.0
Released: 7/10/2025
v1.0 Launch Summary
- Rewritten Kanto storyline with branching arcs
- New characters and dynamic region shifts
- Riolu starter, Aerodactyl ambush, new gym leader lineup
- Open world unlocks via key events and cutscenes
- Dynamax, Mega Evolution, and fractured timeline introduced
- Late-game focuses on legendary encounters and Dark Brendan
This update is not compatible with older saves. Start a new game.
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Main Developers
Rider PV
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