The phrase refers to a specific type of modified Pokmon game for the Game Boy Advance (GBA). This modified game places the player in the role of a Team Rocket member, differing from the traditional Pokmon games where players assume the role of a Pokmon trainer aiming to defeat Team Rocket. It involves acquiring a ROM file, which is a digital copy of the game, and playing it on a GBA emulator or potentially on original hardware with appropriate modifications.
This type of ROM hack offers a unique perspective on the Pokmon universe, allowing players to experience the game from the antagonist’s point of view. It provides an alternative narrative, often incorporating new challenges, characters, and storylines that deviate from the established canon. The availability of these ROM hacks has created a community interested in game modification and experiencing familiar games in novel ways. Historically, such modifications became popular due to the open nature of older gaming platforms and the availability of tools to alter game code.
