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[Released] Pokémon Shadows Unleashed

Jukes4JesusTV

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    Introduction

    Hello everyone! I'm excited to present Pokémon Shadows Unleashed, a fan-made Pokémon experience that brings fresh mechanics, unique storylines, and innovative gameplay features to the world of Pokémon. Step into the shoes of Liam—a young, aspiring trainer—and follow his quest to unravel the mysteries of the Dalrun region.

    Engines Used

    Created with RPG Maker XP, Pokémon Essentials v20.1 and Game Launcher Creator


    Story/Plot

    Liam embarks on his Pokémon journey with the hope of becoming the Pokémon League Champion, just like countless trainers before him. Along the way, he befriends a young rival named Logan, fueling both competition and camaraderie as they travel across Dalrun.

    However, the path to greatness takes an unexpected turn when Liam discovers that his father has become involved with Team Blackout—a nefarious criminal syndicate with sinister plans for the region. Liam's simple dream of reuniting with his father soon turns darker, forcing him to train harder, form new alliances, and uncover the true nature of Team Blackout's conspiracy.


    How to play

    Visit our website! : www.pksu.net


    Key Features

    • Achievement System
      Complete challenges and earn in-game achievements to showcase your progress.
    • HM Field Items
      No need to sacrifice moveslots—access useful field abilities without cluttering your Pokémon's moveset.
    • Automatic Level Scaling & Multiple Difficulty Settings
      Tweak game difficulty on the fly while maintaining balanced gameplay thanks to smart level scaling.
    • Battle Matrix (Unique)
      Experience a never ending post-game challenge with the "Battle Matrix" System.
    • Improved Pokémon Summary
      Get a clearer, more informative overview of your Pokémon's stats and moves.
    • Cable Club (Online Play)
      Connect, battle, and trade Pokémon with friends through our dedicated online "Cable Club."
    • Champions League (Unique)
      Prove your strength in an intense post-game league that challenges even the best trainers.
    • Encounter List UI
      Keep track of wild Pokémon encounters in each area with a handy interface.
    • Essentials Deluxe & Event Grounds
      Enjoy extended functionality and special in-game events designed to enhance the overall experience.
    • Low HP BGM
      Feel the tension rise with special background music when your Pokémon's health gets low.
    • Multiple Minigames
      Take a break from battling by enjoying fun and diverse minigames.
    • Skill Tree (Unique)
      Customize your trainer's abilities through a unique skill tree system, adding depth to progression.
    • Tera and Mega Evolution System
      Harness powerful new forms through Tera and Mega Evolutions.
    • Upgraded Pause Menu & Speed-Up Feature
      Manage your journey more efficiently with an improved pause menu and optional gameplay speed-up.
    • Unique Fakemon & Expanded Eeveelutions
      Encounter brand-new Fakemon and discover Eeveelutions for every Pokémon type!

    Development Progress

    The game is largely complete, but we're continuing to refine and expand the experience. Upcoming updates will include:

    • Branching Storyline
      A chance to join forces with Team Blackout, adding a new layer of moral complexity.
    • Additional Fakemon & Maps
      Explore new areas and meet entirely new Pokémon exclusive to the Dalrun region.
    • System Improvements
      Polishing existing mechanics and interfaces to ensure a smoother gameplay experience.

    Changelog

    This marks the first public release of Pokémon Shadows Unleashed beyond close beta testing with friends. Any alterations or bug fixes will be documented in our Discord server and through the game's launcher as they roll out.

    Credits

    The Pokémon Company, Nintendo
    Myself (KenCagg90/Jukes4Jesus) & Team Shadows Unleashed

    Contributors(Plugins/Artwork/Music):
    SuperCoffeeHero, Pixelkei, Jovandesir, Grizgrog, GlitchXCity, Zame, FL, Maruno, rainefall, Voltseon, Golisopod User, ENLS, Caruban, Lucidious89, Luka S.J., wrighty12, KRLW890, Marin, Phantombass, LinKazamine, Amareev, AiurJordan, Webkinz, ThatWelshOne_, TechSkylander1518, LowEffor, Gardenette, Spork, KleinStudio, A.I.R, raZ, Nuri Yuri, PurpleZaffre, Savordez, Vendily, mGriffin, Khaikaa, Benitex, Joltik, Umbreon, http404error, Nineage, Bergium, Moyo, Mega Mewthree, Gardenette, Flameguru, Poccil, Roza, Enterbrain, and Pokémon Essentials.

    If anyone has been accidentally omitted, please let me know immediately, and I will update the credits accordingly. All authors are recognized in the in-game credits scene as well.

    Screenshots

    (Additional screenshots will be posted soon.)

    Stay tuned for more visual previews showcasing gameplay, regions, and battles from Pokémon Shadows Unleashed.

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    I've been juggling a few games so I haven't had time to delve into this one very far yet, but the difficulty options just changing the rubber banding of levels feels... odd. I was hoping 'normal' mode would've just had trainers/wild mons have a normal static level.
    There's also been a few spelling errors/missing letters at the very start-
    Anyway, I do like being able to join the 'bad guys' so I'll keep my eyes open for that if it ends up happening at a later date.
     
    YetAnotherGenericUsername said:
    I've been juggling a few games so I haven't had time to delve into this one very far yet, but the difficulty options just changing the rubber banding of levels feels... odd. I was hoping 'normal' mode would've just had trainers/wild mons have a normal static level.
    There's also been a few spelling errors/missing letters at the very start-
    Anyway, I do like being able to join the 'bad guys' so I'll keep my eyes open for that if it ends up happening at a later date.
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    This is something I do have planned. it will be coming along side with the Secondary Story line. Keep in mind the Gym leaders, Elite 4 and any major fight - the levels are static. I did it the way that I did because it allows you to go wherever you want to explore, and fight the gym leaders in any order you want.


    xPancakex said:
    Do you have an ETA for the update with joining team blackout? Or is it going to be multiple updates that finish that storyline?
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    No ETA yet, Still trying to Balance it all out and figure out how to make it work the way I envision it. I fully intend to allow for the player to be able to steal trainers Pokémon and all so this will be a significant lift.




    Side note: Updated to 2.4.0
     
    VERSION 2.5.0

    - The Elite four has been completely reworked. It now features a system where you
    can fight them in any order.

    - Rebalanced Skill tree and added max levels to the skills.

    - Rebirthing has been completely rebalanced and makes more sense now.

    - Discord presence was removed from the game as it caused way too many problems.

    - Added in several new Pokémon and mega evolutions to the games code. Will all
    be released within the next few versions.
     
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