Pokémon Eeveelution is one of those fan-made GBA hacks that actually feels polished—like someone took the classic FireRed/LeafGreen engine and gave it a fresh coat of paint. You start off like usual, picking your first Pokémon, but here’s the twist: Eevee’s your starter, and every evolution path is open right from the beginning. No waiting around for stones or friendship meters.

First thing I noticed? The maps are redesigned but still familiar, with little surprises tucked into corners. Some routes branch off in ways the original games never did, and trainers actually use Eeveelutions—so expect a lot of Jolteon ambushes. The sprites are clean, and the dialogue’s been rewritten to fit the theme without feeling forced. It’s not just a reskin; someone put real thought into this.

If you’ve ever wondered what Kanto would feel like if Eevee was the mascot instead of Pikachu, this is the closest you’ll get. Just watch out for those level curves—some gym leaders don’t mess around.