Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire remain two of the most beloved entries in the franchise's history, and for good reason. Originally released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002 in Japan and 2003 in North America, the Gen 3 classics introduced players to the Hoenn region, an expansive new world filled with now-iconic Pokémon such as Rayquaza, fascinating new locations, and some of the series' best Legendary encounters.
From choosing between Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip to battling the villainous Team Magma and Team Aqua, the games delivered unforgettable adventures that still stand out after 24 years. They also revolutionized the franchise with features like Double Battles, Pokémon Abilities, Contests, and Secret Bases, establishing mechanics that would influence nearly every subsequent generation.
Although Hoenn eventually returned in 2014's Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire remakes, the original games never received traditional sequels. Now, more than two decades later, an ambitious new project is finally looking to change that, promising a direct continuation of these beloved Pokémon adventures (via YouTube).
Pokémon Ruby 2 is an ambitious fan-made ROM hack being developed by YouTuber King Cradi, the creator behind Pokémon Emerald Mini. Unlike traditional ROM hacks that might simply increase difficulty, introduce...
