PokéVerse

Explore. Battle. Evolve. The Pokémon Universe Awaits!

Welcome to PokéVerse – your all-in-one, open-source Pokémon framework! Dive into the world of Pokémon data, mechanics, and gameplay with a robust, extensible platform built for fans, developers, and researchers.

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🏗️ Tech Stack & Architecture

PokéVerse is a technically rich project inspired by the official games and powered by community-driven tools and modular design.

Core Language & Framework

• Ruby: The backbone for all gameplay logic and scripting.
• Pokemon Essentials v21.1: Industry-standard toolkit for fan-made games, extended and hotfixed for stability.

Project Structure

• PBS/

  • abilities.txt: Defines hundreds of Pokémon abilities, from classics like Torrent and Drought to the latest like Libero and Dauntless Shield. Each ability includes a name and gameplay description.
  • items.txt: Comprehensive item database, including Mega Stones, Key Items (e.g., Prison Bottle, Zygarde Cube), and evolution items. Organized by game generation (Gen 7, Gen 8).
  • Gen 7 backup/abilities.txt & Gen 8 backup/abilities.txt: Backup files for legacy abilities, supporting compatibility and easy upgrades.
  • Gen 7 backup/items.txt & Gen 8 backup/items.txt: Legacy and upgradeable item sets for smooth migration and custom ROM support.

• Plugins/v21.1 Hotfixes/

  • meta.txt: Plugin metadata, changelog, and credits. Ensures the stability and compatibility of the Essentials engine.
  • Misc bug fixes.rb: Ruby modules fixing core gameplay bugs (Pokédex UI, AI switching, event handling, phone contacts, map logic, animated sprites, locale issues).

• LICENSE

  • MIT License for full openness and commercial use.

Key Technical Features

• Modular Ruby Scripting

  • All game logic (battle system, UI, item handling, special events) is written in Ruby, leveraging object-oriented patterns for maintainability and extensibility.
  • Bug Fix Plugins: Seamlessly integrated to patch engine issues without modifying the core codebase.

• Data-Driven Design

  • Pokémon abilities, items, and mechanics are defined via PBS (Pokémon Script) files. This allows for:
    • Easy editing and expansion
    • Versioned backups for each generation
    • Rapid prototyping of new features

• Compatibility & Migration

  • Gen 7/Gen 8 backups ensure you can update, revert, or port data between generations with minimal effort.

• Key Items and Mega Evolution

  • Detailed implementation for Mega Stones, custom items (Rotom Catalog, DNA Splicers), and advanced evolution mechanics.

• Battle System & AI

  • Hotfixes improve AI decisions, battle event handling, and complex form changes (e.g., Cramorant’s Gulp Missile, Rotom forms).

Development & Extensibility

• Community Plugins: Easily add new features or fix existing ones.
• Open Data Format: Tweak game mechanics, add new Pokémon, moves, or items by editing simple text files.
• Strong Foundation: Built on an actively maintained engine, with plenty of room for custom scripts, UI themes, and gameplay extensions.

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🚀 Features

• Full Generation 7 & 8 ability and item support
• Modular bug-fix plugin system
• Advanced battle mechanics
• Editable datasets for custom Pokémon, moves, and items
• Easy migration between game generations
• Open-source licensing for personal and commercial projects

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📦 Installation

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/KishoreMuruganantham/PokeVerse-The-Complete-Open-Source-Pokemon-Development-Kit.git
   cd PokeVerse-The-Complete-Open-Source-Pokemon-Development-Kit

2. Install Ruby (if needed)
3. Setup Pokémon Essentials v21.1
4. Run or build your game with your favorite Essentials-compatible editor

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🖼️ Screenshots

Home Page	Pokémon Details	Battle Simulator

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🧑‍💻 Contributing

We welcome contributions!
Please read our CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.

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❓ FAQ

Q: Is this project affiliated with Nintendo or Game Freak?
A: No, PokéVerse is an independent, open-source project for educational and entertainment purposes.

Q: How can I request a new feature?
A: Open an issue or join the discussions tab!

Q: Can I use PokéVerse for commercial purposes?
A: Yes, PokéVerse is MIT licensed.

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📬 Contact

• GitHub: KishoreMuruganantham
• LinkedIn: Kishore M
• Email: kishore.muruganantham@gmail.com

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⭐️ Star & Share

If you like PokéVerse, please ⭐️ the repo and share with fellow Pokémon fans and developers!

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🪪 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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PokéVerse: Explore. Battle. Evolve. The Pokémon Universe Awaits!
“Gotta catch ’em all!”