**The Day Has Finally Arrived! Pokémon R.O.W.E. 2.0 is Here!**
After a year and a half of development, the long-awaited update is complete! This massive update has so many changes that a full changelog isn't feasible—**everything has been revamped!**
**Important Note**
Save files from version 1.9.4 are not compatible with 2.0. You'll need to start fresh and experience the game from the beginning. Here's a sneak peek of the most exciting new features, but you'll discover plenty more as you play!
**New Features in Pokémon R.O.W.E. 2.0**
- Sevii Islands: Explore all 8 Sevii Islands, complete with unique dungeons. Travel there from Lilycove or Slateport! - 16 Badges: Collect 8 additional badges on the Sevii Islands, bringing the total to 16!
- Hisui Pokémon: Catch Pokémon exclusive to PLA, primarily found on the Sevii Islands.
- Gen 9 Pokémon: Encounter Pokémon from the latest official games.
- 16 New Mega Evolutions: Discover new Dynamax forms reimagined as Mega Evolutions.
- In-Game Speedup: Speed up battles without distorting audio! Activate via settings or press A during battles to fast-forward animations.
- Seasonal Changes: Enjoy Gen 5-inspired seasons for a more immersive and visually dynamic experience.
- Trainer Skills: Unlock abilities like catching Pokémon more easily, shop discounts, or boosted experience.
- New Costumes: Try out two new costumes for your character.
- Johto Gyms: Battle all Johto Gym Leaders, now located on the Sevii Islands.
- Hoenn Map Enhancements: Major updates to make Hoenn feel fresh and distinct from other Emerald hacks.
- 10 Random Starters: Choose from 10 randomized starters, unique to each run.
- Grindless Mode: Automatically level up your party and manually set EVs. Trainers will also scale accordingly!
- Field Tools: Defeat Gym Leaders to unlock tools that help you discover hidden items and access new areas.
- Scalemon Mode: A twist on the scaling mechanics you know and love from Pokémon Unbound, with badge-based scaling.
- More Achievements: Earn Battle Points or Trainer Experience by unlocking new achievements.
- Signature Moves: Several Pokémon now have unique signature moves.
- Shiny Charcadet Mystery Gift: Claim your mystery gift from the continue screen!
- More Generic cries, to be expanded in the future.
- And so much more!
**Download Pokémon R.O.W.E. 2.0 using the R.O.W.E. Patcher**
Download Link
**Bonus Announcement: R.O.W.E. Home**
Backup your Pokémon with **R.O.W.E. Home**, a new tool similar to Pokémon Home! It's compatible with **Windows, Android, Linux**, or any browser. Real Wonder Trade is coming soon, so stay tuned for updates!
Developed by the amazing ThatSimpleDev, please send them your thanks for their hard work!
Check it Out Here
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!
I hope you enjoy this massive update as much as I enjoyed creating it!
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