Pokémon Sovereign of the Skies is one of those fan-made GBA hacks that actually feels polished—well, as polished as a German beta can be, anyway. You start off with the usual Pokémon setup, but the regional dex is packed with some unexpected picks, and the map’s been tweaked just enough to feel fresh without losing that classic vibe.

First thing you’ll notice? The wild encounters. No more grinding against endless Zubats—whoever made this clearly had mercy on us. The early routes throw in a mix of mons that actually make you pause before picking your team. I went in thinking I’d stick to my usual water starter, but ended up with a fire type for once. Weirdly refreshing.

It’s still rough around the edges (beta life), but if you’ve burned through the official games and want something that doesn’t feel like a cheap reskin, this one’s got some charm. Just don’t expect a full-blown official release.