FAQ
Q: When will the game be released?
We are aiming to release a demo in early 2018. This will be Episode 1 of the game. Subsequent releases will be announced at a future date.
Read more about why this fan game takes time.
[H2]Q: What will Pokémon: Phoenix Rising be playable on?[H2]
We are officially developing for PC, and working on a native port for Mac users also. Further down the line we will be considering ports to other devices, however we are not ready to confirm whether or not other systems will be possible.
Q: Will there be other languages?
We are focusing on English for now, but we will do our best to translate to as many languages as possible.
Q: Do you need translators?
Not just yet, but when we do we'll be sure to let you know!
Q: What is this game being developed with?
We are creating Phoenix Rising using the
RPG Maker XP program, which uses RGSS as a scripting language. We use a multitude of programs to create our assets such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and more. We are also using the
Pokémon Essentials engine upgraded to RGSS and heavily modified by our team.
Q: Can I join the team?
We are always looking for talented help to volunteer with us. Pixel Artists, Concept Artists, Muscians - whatever your skill, shoot us an E-mail at
[email protected] [H2]with proof of your ability[H2] and we might just have a spot for you.
Q: How much is the game going to be?
The game is *absolutely free* and always will be. If someone is asking you to pay for it *you are being scammed*. At no point will we ever ask you to pay for Pokémon: Phoenix Rising. We are also not accepting donations.
Q: Will there be Fan Made Pokémon?
We will be including new Mega Evolutions and other forms that we design ourselves, however we will not be adding brand new Pokémon aside from that. You can read more about our decision
here.
Q: Will you please add Mega _____?
While we appreciate your feedback, ideas and input - we are not taking "requests" for new Mega evolutions. Once the game is fully released, we will add even more if we can.
Q: How can I download this game when it is released?
We will be offering a free download link for you to access once the game is released. Once downloaded all you need to do is open the game folder and open the game file to play. As easy as that!
Q: How many Pokémon will there be?
Initially there will be over 200 in the main game. We are hoping to add many more with further expansions to the game. These expansions however rely on the main game itself being a hit, if you guys enjoy it, we'll add more!
Q: Will there be online features?
Previously we have announced online features, however since games have been taken down by Nintendo and online functions have been one of their issues with those games - we are curbing our plans on those for now.
Q: In terms of the possibility of Nintendo shutting the project down, what is your response if they try to do so?
Admittedly, we would be extremely disappointed and bewildered if that were to be the case. The project is created because we love Pokémon, and as fans of the franchise we are simply expressing our admiration for it. We are using the brand to learn how to develop games and deliver a free, fun, game for people to play. Nothing malicious is intended and we completely respect that the Copyrights and IP that Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Game Freak hold over their work. However we have zero interest in stepping on any toes and if a compromise can be made we will do our best to do so. We are doing our best to keep to the
Fair Use policy, and are doing our best to use as little assets from the official Pokémon games and franchise as possible.
We also have a strategy to avoid a "C&D" which includes:
- Not taking donations
- Removing the trademark "Pokémon" from our branding and name
- Removing online functions from the game
- Being less present on social media where possible
- Not having a website which can be contrived as seeking hidden revenue
As per our research, we have taken into account what issues with previous taken down games have been and are attempting to respond to that as best we can.
Q: Will there be a competitive element to the game?
Yes, as much as we can feasibly add in terms of a competitive and balanced experience we will be adding. We are adding difficulty settings, and will be adhering to competitive standards put forward by Smogon and other metagames as best we can. We love competitive battling, so we hope that we can show that love in Phoenix Rising for those who want it. This does not imply that we're adding an online battling functionality however due to reasons mentioned below.
Q: Can I play as a boy or girl?
We have two base characters to choose from when creating your character at the beginning of the game: Alto & Aria. We're not defining them as any gender. They are simply two styles to choose from initially which you can customise equally. You can wear the same outfits regardless of what your base character looks like. That is our goal.
Q: Is there a Discord Server?
Yes! You can join it
here.
Q: Is there a mailing list
Yes, you can join it
here.
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