I'm asking all the rom hackers on here for tips and such, because I do want to start, but I'm going into this blind. I intend on reading the guides in this thread as soon as I can, but they look like they'll be a long read, so I was wondering if anyone has any quick tips for a complete beginner. Helpful advice, your favourite programs, anything that can help me get started would be greatly appreciated!
Tips for a Beginner?
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You could try this video series if you're a visual learner:
https://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=369646
Thanks! I'll check it out when I get the chance. I'd like to learn as much as I can before I start, since I've never really done something like this before!
And while I don't expect much, I was wondering if there are any in-depth text tutorials too, since video tutorials take a fair bit of time to get through. I'm mostly asking because I want to do a big project, so I need as much information as possible
And while I don't expect much, I was wondering if there are any in-depth text tutorials too, since video tutorials take a fair bit of time to get through. I'm mostly asking because I want to do a big project, so I need as much information as possible
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If you're just starting out, this post might be of some help to you =) it contains lots of links to popular tools, tutorials and resources to save you combing through the section to find the best ones. I've picked out some tool and tutorial links for you that should be enough to get you started!
Now, if you were interested in using Emerald as your base, just to make you aware of an alternative that's available to you - decompiled Emerald! To read about the differences check out this post. It's initially tricky to set up but 100% worth it imo once you're up and running! It's totally up to you whatever you'd like to choose, though - many people find using tools to hack easier. Best of luck!
- AdvanceMap 1.92/1.95: A map editor.
- How to Insert New Tiles in AdvanceMap
- How to Index a Sprite
- XSE: A scripting tool.
- How to Script with XSE
- Nameless Sprite Editor: A tool for editing and inserting sprites and other graphics.
- G3T: Multiple functions - editing Pokémon data, trainers and items.
- Hopeless Trainer Editor: A tool for editing trainer data.
Now, if you were interested in using Emerald as your base, just to make you aware of an alternative that's available to you - decompiled Emerald! To read about the differences check out this post. It's initially tricky to set up but 100% worth it imo once you're up and running! It's totally up to you whatever you'd like to choose, though - many people find using tools to hack easier. Best of luck!