Top 10 Pokémon Emerald ROM Hacks (2026)

#1 Pokémon Lazarus

Lazarus is the closest thing to a “new Emerald-era adventure” that still feels like true GBA Pokémon. It keeps the Hoenn DNA (routes, pacing, exploration) but upgrades the experience with a fresh world direction, new story beats, and modern polish — without turning into a totally different genre.

If you want an Emerald-based game that feels big, curated, and designed as a complete journey — Lazarus is the best all-rounder on RomHaven.

#2 Pokémon Emerald Rogue

Emerald Rogue turns Emerald into a full roguelike: randomized routes, encounters, items, and progression — every run is different. It’s peak replayability and arguably the most “one more run” Pokémon hack ever made.

If you love Emerald but want endless variety, this is your forever game.

#3 Pokémon R.O.W.E

R.O.W.E is Emerald in sandbox form. It leans into freedom — giving you a more open adventure where choices matter, progression feels less linear, and replayability comes from different routes and builds.

If your dream Emerald was “same vibes, more freedom,” this is the hack to play.

#4 Pokémon Emerald Enhanced

Emerald Enhanced is the “modern expansion build” style Emerald hack — packed with features, options, and quality-of-life improvements that make the game feel upgraded without losing the classic foundation.

Great choice if you want a strong Emerald baseline with a ton of modern convenience baked in.

#5 Pokémon Too Many Types 2

This is Emerald if the type chart went completely feral. Too Many Types 2 introduces 80 total types and even triple-type Pokémon, meaning battles play nothing like standard Pokémon.

It’s creative chaos, but it’s structured chaos — the systems are built to show off the new typings, new moves, and a reworked Hoenn.

#6 Pokémon Hearth

Hearth is for players who want a calmer, cozy Emerald-style adventure. It focuses on atmosphere, exploration, and a classic pace — with a brand-new region identity and a story mystery that pulls you forward.

Ideal palate cleanser between hardcore hacks, and a strong “quality-first” demo worth tracking.

#7 Pokémon Emerald Seaglass

Seaglass is the “beautify Emerald” pick — a visual-forward upgrade that keeps the familiar structure but makes the adventure feel fresher. Great for players who want the Emerald journey again with a new aesthetic layer and modern touches.

#8 Pokémon Emerald Imperium

Imperium is the “serious Emerald” pick — tuned for players who want tougher fights, stronger teams, and more demanding progression without needing a full competitive overhaul.

If you want Emerald difficulty with intent (not just random spikes), Imperium belongs on the list.

#9 Pokémon Theta Emerald

Theta Emerald is the classic “Emerald but more” style hack: more Pokémon, more features, more power. It’s a great pick for players who want the familiar Hoenn journey but with expanded options and modern elements.

#10 Pokémon Delta Emerald

Delta Emerald is the “clean remix” pick — a straightforward Emerald upgrade that’s easy to recommend. It’s perfect if you want the core Emerald loop with improvements and tweaks that keep everything moving.