Got questions? Our Pokémon Emerald FAQ page solves the most common user concerns and issues.
Welcome to the Pokémon Emerald Version FAQ page. Here, we answer the most frequently asked questions about downloading, installing, and playing Pokémon Emerald. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.
Pokémon Emerald is an improved version of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, with a larger storyline, new battle mechanics, and the Battle Frontier.
Yes, but you will need a Game Boy Advance emulator to play it on modern hardware.
You can play on:
Yes, since it was made for the Game Boy Advance (GBA), a GBA emulator is required.
Yes, you can trade and battle other players using emulator linking or a genuine Game Boy Advance link cable.
No, but the Battle Frontier offers difficult battles for experienced players.
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We only provide information about Pokémon Emerald. To legally play, you should own a physical copy.
This could be due to:
Not officially, but it may be possible through homebrew software.
Yes, you can catch Rayquaza, Groudon, Kyogre, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Latios/Latias, and Deoxys.
A recommended team includes:
A post-game area where players can complete unique battle challenges for special rewards.
There are no official cheats, but GameShark and Action Replay codes are compatible with emulators.
Try these Pokémon Emerald fixes:
Possible fixes:
Change emulator Save Type to Flash 128K, then restart the game.
Ensure the ROM file is in the correct folder and is properly extracted.
Try updating the emulator or switching to a different one.
Yes, if it was downloaded from a reliable source such as VisualBoyAdvance or MyBoy.
Yes, as long as you get it from legitimate sources.
Emulators are legal, but downloading ROMs without a physical copy might not be.
No, official tournaments are only for games played on Nintendo-approved hardware.
Yes, unless you have backed up your.sav files before uninstalling.
No, as long as you play offline and do not use any online services.
Yes, use the Itemfinder to find rare items such as Master Balls and Rare Candies.
Yes, some emulators support trade evolution hacks.
Feebas can be caught by fishing in specific tiles of the Route 119 River.
No, unlike Pokémon Gold and Silver, there are no timed events.
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