Play Pokemon Ultra Red Online

Pokemon Ultra Red is a GBA rom hack that feels like a fresh take on the classic Kanto adventure. The early game throws you into familiar towns, but with tweaked dialogue and some unexpected wild Pokemon encounters that keep things interesting.

I remember walking through Viridian Forest and running into a Houndour, which normally isn't available until much later. The pacing is faster, with stronger trainers early on, so you can't just breeze through with your starter. It makes you actually think about team composition.

The difficulty curve is steeper than the original, but not unfair. Some gym leaders have full teams now, and their AI seems smarter about switching. If you're looking for a Kanto run with some surprises, Pokemon Ultra Red does a solid job of mixing nostalgia with new challenges.