Version Changelog - besteon/Ironmon-Tracker GitHub Wiki

8.x.x - Multi-Language Support & Crash Recovery

Version 8.9.0 - Release Info

  • Game Over screen will now appear more quickly when a run ends
    • You can adjust this setting under Gameplay > Game Over
  • [FRLG] Fixed total trainer counts for Notebook summary page
  • [RS/Emerald] Added in wild encounter levels for several areas, including Safari Zones
  • [Emerald] Fixed some areas being marked incorrectly (game & log viewer)
  • Full Restore item is now also listed under the Status tab of the Heals in Bag screen
  • [Stream Connect] New !trainer command to output useful info about the trainer being fought
  • [Stream Connect] New Game trigger for Game Over. Add a Streamerbot Action Trigger for your own fun effects
  • Reorganized and moved several Tracker options (Setup, Extras, Gameplay)

Version 8.8.0 - Release Info

  • New Notebook feature: view and edit your notes on Pokémon or trainers. Access from the main Tracker menu.
  • New Note Grading feature: take great notes to get a great score!
  • The pivots/trainer "R" button shortcut now works in early game cities.
  • Fixed an issue with the L/R button game setting for Nat. Dex. Emerald.

Version 8.7.2 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue where pressing the R button to mark a stat would incorrectly show a different screen
  • Fixed an issue with Nat Dex compatibility for the new LR Button Mode Tracker setting override
  • [FRLG] Fixed an issue where the Rival's true name was revealed instead of the name entered by the player
  • Added a way to unbind a Tracker Controller button
  • The Trainers on route info screen now shows all trainers for a given dungeon/area if more than one floor.
  • [Stream Connect] Can now use the parameter "nodoubles" with the !unfought command to exclude double battles
  • Several minor UI improvements and internal data fixes

Version 8.7.1 - Release Info

  • Fix an issue where Tracker updater would say it failed, even though it succeeded, and wouldn't properly auto-restart

Version 8.7.0 - Release Info

  • You can now press the R button outside of battle to see a list of Trainers on the route, or to see early game / Safari Zone pivots. Try it out!!
    • (Press L+R together to go back to the normal Tracker screen)
  • While battling a Trainer, click the battle balls icon to see their Trainer Card: displays their Pokémon levels, any IVs, AI Script, and more
  • New "Edit Controls" screen under Setup > Controls
  • On any screen with the left/right paging arrows, press the L or R controller button to show previous/next page
  • Hidden Power's actual typing and power is now shown for your Pokémon on the Log Viewer after a game over
  • Fixed an issue where your Pokémon's Move History would log an incorrect move under rare circumstances
  • [Stream Connect] The !weak command now also lists the Pokémon's resistances
  • [Stream Connect] The !pivots command now contextually displays highest-level Safari Zone encounters per area
  • [Stream Connect] The !ballqueue startup message now shows when you enter the lab instead of immediately
  • For Tracker devs: added several new functions in the TrackerAPI file

Version 8.6.2 - Release Info

  • Fixed a critical error that prevented the Tracker from self-updating in some cases
  • [MGBA] Added the UNFOUGHT() command included in the previous patch

Version 8.6.1 - Release Info

  • Can now display your Pokémon's IVs & EVs in the log viewer after a game over
  • [Stream Connect] Added the command !unfought to list routes and dungeons with undefeated trainers
  • [MGBA] Add EXP yield to Pokemon info screen

Version 8.6.0 - Release Info

  • [Stream Connect] Added option for !ballqueue command to display the pick as a message in stream chat
  • [Extras > Option] New option to show an estimated catch rate for catching wilds with a Poké Ball
  • [Extras > Option] New option to change displayed "Heals %" to show a whole number: total the heal amount
  • [MGBA] Added several new commands: Revo, Coverage, Pivots, Dungeon, Progress, Heals, TMs, Search, SearchNotes
  • Fixed Hidden Power displaying incorrectly as a STAB move while viewing a log

Version 8.5.4 - Release Info

  • While playing Open Book mode, clicking the magnifying glass button now takes you to the current route with trainers
  • Fixed Poliwhirl's evolution data in the Log Viewer; the Water stone and Level 37 evo targets were incorrectly swapped
  • [Stream Connect] Added a !ballqueue command to display the current status of the ball picker queue
  • Fixed the super rod encounter levels for Vermilion City
  • Fixed a few description typos for certain move summaries (thanks austinmilt)
  • Fixed an issue when clicking the bottom-box area of the Tracker while it was empty
  • Added developer support for configuration path overrides

Version 8.5.3 - Release Info

  • Added support for playing with champred's patch that changes all moves to use the Physical/Special split
    • View the online release notes for a patch download link: Download v1
  • OHKO move accuracy is now automatically calculated and shown
  • Unlearnable Gym TMs in the Log Viewer are now more subtle. You can disable these from the Log Viewer options tab.
  • [Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald] An icon showing that your Pokémon has PokéRus now displays on the Tracker screen
  • Added a 1 second cooldown when using the New Run feature, to prevent it from occurring twice in a row
  • Fixed an issue where the Tracker could not detect a battle had ended when playing on a French FireRed ROM
  • Fixed some typos and cleaned up several buttons and texts for popup windows

Version 8.5.2 - Release Info

  • Add Stream Connect support for Youtube (update your Streamerbot's Import Code if you wish to use this)
  • When looking at a Pokémon in the Log Viewer, you can now see its unlearnable Gym TMs
  • You can now click the empty Ability of a Pokémon to set a note about it's ability
  • Removed the coloring of stat numbers based on a Pokémon's nature, for easier mobile viewing experience
    • This is now a setting in Theme options you can turn on/off
  • Fixed incorrect Vermilion City Super Rod fishing encounter data (FireRed/LeafGreen)
  • Fixed NW and SW Safari zones encounters show in the Log Viewer (Emerald)

Version 8.5.1 - Release Info

  • Added an option to Ball Pick Reward in Stream Connect to change the language for "Left", "Middle", and "Right"
  • Fixed a compatibility issue when using Open Book Play Mode with the Nat. Dex extension
  • [mGBA] Added an Extensions screen for installing and enabling new extensions
  • [mGBA] Fixed an issue with the HELP command not working as intended
  • [mGBA] Fixed an issue with Animated Pokémon Pop-out not working at all on Mac

Version 8.5.0 - Release Info

  • You can now see the held items of each Pokémon on a Trainer's team in the Log Viewer
  • Added Super Kaizo randomizer settings file for Fire Red, Leaf Green, and Emerald
  • Updated Stream Connect's !route command to accept encounter type as a parameter, such as !route super rod to see everything you've caught with the Super Rod
  • Several internal code updates to accommodate extension developers
  • [Linux] Fixed an issue where the Crash Recovery screen would incorrectly appear when a new seed was created

Version 8.4.4 - Release Info

Version 8.4.3 - Release Info

  • Added wild encounter tracking for Safari Zone areas
  • Added a help notification for a common issue with folder paths that include accented characters (such as 'é')
  • Added support for additional config options in Settings.ini for Steam Deck (i.e. "Java Path")
  • Fixed a rare issue where starting a new game didn't display the Pokémon on the Tracker until the first battle begun
  • Several internal code changes to accommodate future extension development

Version 8.4.2 - Release Info

  • After defeating a trainer, the Tracker will now show how many trainers are left to defeat in the current area.
  • New bottom-box Carousel options available in Settings > Setup, such as adjusting the rotation speed.
  • The Pokémon's gender can now be displayed on the Tracker screen. Option is under Settings > Extras.
  • [Stream Connect] Fixed command input always being set to lowercase. If you use Streamerbot, please re-import code from Tracker's Stream Connect page (v1.0.5).
  • [Stream Connect] Added a !favorites command to display your favorite starters.
  • Fixed a bug with old data appearing when using Retry Battle.

Version 8.4.1 - Release Info

  • New Stream Connect feature!
    • You can now connect your Tracker to your Twitch stream, allowing viewers to use chat commands to get info from the Tracker.
    • Click the "Help" button on the Stream Connect screen to learn more about setting this up.
  • Added a fun sparkle effect when you encounter a shiny Pokémon
  • Added a safety check to prevent custom extensions from crashing the Tracker on startup

Version 8.3.9 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue with the Coverage Calculator incorrectly counting single-typed Pokémon as dual-type.
  • Fixed an issue where the step counter could get stuck at 0 steps at the beginning of a new game.

Version 8.3.8 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue where Game Over screen would appear at random times while playing Emerald, Ruby, or Sapphire
  • Early pivot route info ("Walking Seen 2/5") now shows outside of battle too
  • Base EXP yield info now shown on the info page when clicking on the Pokémon icon. If you're currently in battle with that Pokémon, it will be the true EXP yield amount instead, based on the level of the Pokémon you're battling and shown in green
  • Renamed "Quickload" to "New Runs", to help clarify the feature always loads a new game ROM and not an old ROM from a previous playthrough
  • Fixed an issue where Pokémon names became fully capitalized if "Show nicknames" was enabled but no nickname was set
  • Fixed an issue where the Update Screen would incorrectly notify of a new update when none was available
  • Fixed move summaries for several multi-hit moves that were incorrectly stating the move made contact
  • Coverage Calculator now automatically includes Hidden Power's type if it's set by the player
  • Further internal data cleanup (Pokémon, Trainers, Battle stuff, etc) and optimization

Version 8.3.6 - Release Info

  • You can now click on the "Heals in bag" on the Tracker to see all of the items in your item bag
  • Added option to show Pokémon nicknames on Tracker; look under Settings > Setup
  • Future Tracker updates should hopefully no longer require restarting the Bizhawk emulator
  • Tracker info and screen transitions are now more accurate when doing battles
  • Log Viewer now supports randomized Pokémon types and moves
  • Reworked the internal Tracker data and notes for a smoother gameplay experience
  • Better error message detection when Quickload fails because of missing/wrong Java
  • General improvements to Tracker startup speed
  • Fix the Game Over screen (again) after beating the game

Version 8.3.0 - Release Info

  • You can now look up all possible Randomized Evos by clicking on a Pokémon's icon; percentages shown are estimates (Shoutout to brdy and Harkenn)
  • A simple Coverage Calculator has been added under Extras > Tools
  • Fixed a critical bug where changing Quickload settings would incorrectly overwrite your attempts count. In addition, the Quickload screen setup UI has been updated to help show what settings you are using
  • Fixed a bug where manually loading saved Tracker notes would fail to actually load them into the Tracker
  • Fixed a bug where the "Congratulations" screen would change to "GameOver" after leaving the Hall of Fame
  • Fixed a bug where the drop-down list of Themes would grow in size

Version 8.2.0 - Release Info

  • New animated Pokémon Icon Set: Walking Pals! Try it out in Settings > Setup
    • Walking Pals Pokémon are the first interactive, animated icon set for the Tracker
    • They will react to you playing the game, such as walking around or doing battle
  • While editing Tracker Controls, you can now "Reset to Default"
  • Fixed a bug where an enemy move would be revealed if they woke up and hit themselves from confusion
  • Fixed a bug where choosing not to randomize Trainer names/classes would break the Log Viewer
  • Fixed an issue where clicking on a pop-up window would also click on the Tracker screen behind it
  • UI improvements to the Log Viewer and Survival PC Heal tracking (click the heart icon to auto-track pc heals)

Version 8.1.1 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue where clicking on Route info map button wouldn't work

Version 8.1.0 - Release Info

  • New Log Viewer UI updates and features, including Routes and their details!
  • Improved Log Viewer searching, such as searching for what trainers have Pokémon with certain moves or abilities
  • Added Open Book Play Mode, a different type of gameplay than regular Ironmon
    • When enabled, this reveals info from the randomizer log while you actively play through the game.
    • While you shouldn't use this for regular Ironmon playthroughs, its great for Ironmon events!
  • Friendship evo progress is now shown on the "FRIEND" letters, slowly filling up as you gain friendship
  • [Bizhawk 2.9] Added a Quickload option to refocus emulator window after a new game is loaded
  • [MGBA] Fixed an issue where physical & special move categories weren't displaying properly
  • Fixed a rare error caused by disabling the Crash Recovery feature

Version 8.0.3 - Release Info

  • [v8.0.3] Fixed a critical bug that prevented the Tracker from loading on Mac and Linux
  • [v8.0.2] Fixed an issue with the Crash Recovery screen appearing after a successful Tracker update when it shouldn't
  • [v8.0.1] Fixed an issue when using both on-screen timer and repel usage
  • [v8.0.1] Fixed an issue with move names being invisible on the Move History screen

Version 8.0.0 - Release Info

  • Preliminary/Initial multi-language support for Spanish, German, French, Italian. Easily swap to any supported language on the Tracker, even if it's different from the game you're playing.
  • Emulator crash recovery, periodically saves your game and can restore it if a crash occurs
  • Log Viewer search and filtering
  • On-screen game play timer
  • Added "Release Notes" to the Update screen
  • Fixed an issue with the auto-updater crashing on Bizhawk 2.8
  • Fixed a few issues when using Quickload to play a different Pokémon game
  • Fixed the Levitate ability revealing under some conditions when it shouldn't
  • Fixed a rare issue where "Heals in Bag" momentarily would show 9999
  • Fixed an issue where Wally losing in the catching tutorial resulted in a Game Over
  • New UI updates on several screens
  • If you notice some Tracker Extensions stopped working, please check each one for updates from the Tracker Extensions menu

7.x.x - Auto-Updates, Extensions, & Support for MGBA, Bizhawk 2.9, Mac, and Linux

Version 7.5.4 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue with Double Battles where Trace incorrectly revealed and tracked the wrong Pokémon's ability
  • Fixed an issue with the Team Viewer where some Pokémon names were shown incorrectly
  • Fixed an issue with the Log Viewer where evos involving Mr. Mime would break
  • Introduced preliminary support for additional non-English languages

Version 7.5.3 - Release Info

  • Better error handling to prevent rare Tracker crashes, logs are located in /ironmon_tracker/errorlog.txt
  • Cleaner UI for screens that use headers
  • Fixed a rare extension startup bug

Version 7.5.2 - Release Info

  • Fixed bug where log viewer would not update to the current log for generated roms
  • While using Bizhawk 2.9-rc2, form popups like taking notes no longer crash the Tracker
  • The Last Damage taken label during doubles battle is now a bit more clear

Version 7.5.1 - Release Info

  • Fixed an issue where clicking View Log would open a file prompt if using the "Premade ROMs" Quickload setting.
  • Fixed inaccurate encounter rate percentages for Route 103 in Emerald

Version 7.5.0 - Release Info

  • Added an option in Log Viewer -> Misc to show pre-evolutions for Pokémon. Try it out!
  • Log Viewer now supports lowercase Pokémon names as well as custom names for Pokémon and moves.
    • Note: If you have two or more Pokémon/Moves with the same name, there is no way for the log viewer to know which is which. Make sure to use unique names.
  • Added a way to view the log of the Previous Attempt.
  • Added the ability to see levels of wild Pokémon for most areas. Just click Route Info.
  • Fixed an issue where defeating the elite four in Emerald would cause the Tracker to eventually crash
  • Fixed Hidden Power on enemy Pokémon calculating effectiveness as Normal type
  • Fixed a rare bug where Reversal/Flail incorrectly calculated power from current HP
  • Fixed a bug where some wild encounters incorrectly showed as trainer battles
  • Fixed the text color of the pedometer steps for some custom themes
  • Added more support for upcoming Bizhawk 2.9 release

Version 7.4.1 & 7.4.2 - Release Info

  • [7.4.2] Fixed yet another doubles battle related issue where move effectiveness was inaccurate if trainer team had 3 or more Pokémon
  • [7.4.1] Fixed an issue where during double battles the stat changes on enemy Pokémon would sometimes be incorrect
  • [7.4.1] Fixed an issue where during double battles the move effectiveness would be calculated against an already KO'd Pokémon
  • [7.4.1] Fixed an issue where, in rare cases, wild encounters would incorrectly be displayed as a trainer battle
  • [7.4.1] [MGBA] Cleaned up some battle tracker display information

Version 7.4.0 - Release Info

  • New feature for showing your entire Pokémon team, helpful for anyone playing Standard or Ultimate Ironmon, or Nuzlockes
  • When viewing a Pokémon in the Log Viewer, it will now show which of its learnable moves are STAB and which are physical/special
  • You can now inspect the randomizer log from the Extras menu, instead of having to whiteout
    • Please note that in Ironmon you shouldn't look at the log until your game is over
  • Fixed an issue where the order of the Trainer's Pokémon Team (the little pokéballs) was reversed
  • Added a very lightweight TrackerAPI class for developers to use for extensions, useful for saving config options

Version 7.3.2 - Release Info

  • Added an EXP bar to show how many experience points your Pokémon needs to level up.
  • When battling trainers, the number of Pokémon on their team and which have been KO'd is now shown
  • Add a Tracker option to turn off revealing information about Pokémon friendship. When turned off, friendship evolutions will no longer show "READY" and Return/Frustration values will not be calculated for you.
  • The Tracker's self-updater now requires you to restart Bizhawk to update, which should fix many issues encountered while updating.

Version 7.3.1 - Release Info

  • The Tracker's Extensions menu now includes a link for getting more extensions online
  • Custom Extensions now support a URL, a version update check, and a way to configure options. If you're an extension developer, refer to the CodeExtensionTemplate to learn more.
  • When a friendship evolution is ready, the Tracker now says "READY" instead of "SOON" to clarify it's ready to evolve on next level-up
  • Cool new icons for some Navigation menu buttons
  • Fixed an issue where cycling through Pokémon in a doubles battle would sometimes skip a Pokémon, preventing you from viewing it entirely
  • Fixed an issue where the wrong theme colors were used for the text/shadows on some Tracker screens
  • Several fixes related to custom extensions to allow for better support, code execution, and development

Version 7.3.0 - Release Info

  • Custom Code Extensions are now supported!
    • Anyone can create and share custom extensions that integrate with the Tracker code
    • Try out some user-created extensions by visiting our Extensions wiki page.
  • Type Defenses for each Pokémon can now by seen by clicking the "Types" under the Pokémon's icon
  • Officially added a LICENSE file to the project
  • Can now manually create restore points using the Time Machine (Note: restore points only exist for the current play session)
  • Fixed some Log Viewer bugs for Emerald Rival 2 inaccuracies and Mr. Mime not appearing on trainers
  • Fixed a bug where Future Sight, Doom Desire, and Beat Up incorrectly calculated move type effectiveness (now always 1.0x)
  • Fixed a bug where Super Potion was incorrectly calculated as a 60 HP healing item
  • Fixed a bug where certain item names wouldn't render correctly due to non-English characters
  • [Bizhawk 2.9] Fixed a bug where the ColorPicker window would stop working when editing Theme colors
  • [MGBA] Fixed a bug where Quickloading using premade seeds would sometimes fail

Version 7.2.6 - Release Info

  • [7.2.5] & [7.2.6] Fixes a critical issue that showed incorrect Pokémon-type move effectiveness during some Trainer battles
  • [Bizhawk] New Time Machine feature!
  • During doubles battles, when targeting a Pokémon with a move, the Tracker now reflects move effectiveness based on which Pokémon is being targeted
  • Added in Maxie and Archie boss battles to Log Viewer [RSE]
  • Added an option to remove the top Pokémon icon shown on the new game Tracker screen

Version 7.2.2 - Release Info

  • New options for customizing the New Game screen
  • Log Viewer: Added additional evolution information (especially you Eevee)
  • Added some additional Route information to Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
  • Fixed an issue with some randomizer logs would break due to file encoding conflicts
  • Fixed an issue where an asterisk would incorrectly appear for your own Pokémon Move's box
    • Note: The asterisk means the Tracker has seen 5 or more moves for the Pokémon, but only has room to display 4 of them

Version 7.2.1 - Release Info

  • Added some precautionary checks to help prevent updates corrupting tracker files
  • Added a fix for icon colours
  • Fixed compatibility issues in the Randomizer Log Parser for v4.4.0 of the Randomizer
  • Fixed a bug where changing the "Toggle View" option stopped the tracker from loading

Version 7.2.0 - Release Info

  • [Bizhawk Only] Full Randomizer Log Viewer is now available after you white out from a battle
  • [Bizhawk Only] When you lose a battle, you can now retry the entire fight from the beginning
    • You can also save a copy of your game rom, log, tracked data, and a save state
  • An option added to the Update screen to allow beta testing new Tracker builds
  • Fixed bugs with tracking certain moves, such as Sketch, Mimic, and Focus Punch

Version 7.1.7 - Release Info

  • Fixed a critical issue that prevents tracking some enemy Pokémon moves

Version 7.1.5 & 7.1.6 - Release Info

  • [Mac] This patch resolves a critical issue where the Tracker wasn't able to startup at all on Mac
  • Fixed a critical issue that prevents some Tracker versions from updating while the Tracker is active
  • [MGBA] Fixed an issue that prevented Quickload from working
  • Fixed a bug where Sketch-d and Mimic-d moves would be tracked as if they were the pokemon's own moves.
  • Fixed a bug with focus punch tracking

Version 7.1.4 - Release Info

  • [MGBA] Added a RANDOMBALL() command for picking a random starter Pokéball
  • Setting your Pokémon's Hidden Power type can now be cycled forwards or backwards
  • Autoflush SaveRAM is now more accurate
  • Fixed an issue where legacy Tracker versions (7.0.3 and lower) weren't being notified of new update
    • This is why this patch version ends in 4 instead of anything else. (x.x.4 is greater than x.x.3)
  • Fixed an issue where the asterisk on "Moves *" wasn't highlighting properly
  • Fixed an issue where a player wasn't able to set their own Hidden Power
  • Fixed an issue where some moves were spoiled if a player caught and released Pokémon too frequently

Version 7.1.0 - Release Info

  • The Tracker is now compatible with mGBA and Linux! Supported OS's and emulators:
    • Windows: mGBA, Bizhawk 2.9, Bizhawk 2.8
    • Mac: mGBA
    • Linux: mGBA, Bizhawk 2.9, and partially Bizhawk 2.8
  • An alternative, and much simpler, Quickload setup process
  • Better and more complete tracked move history
  • Can now mark a enemy Pokémon's stat as neutral
  • When Pokémon on your team learn new moves by level-up, these are now automatically tracked
  • Improved Auto-Updater and Installer script
  • Tracker now attempts to autoflush saveRAM (we still recommend manually flushing to be safe)
  • Fixed a bug where enemy moves wouldn't track if player used an item/heal as their first action during a battle
  • Fixed a bug where poison-type status moves incorrectly showed they could affect poison-type Pokémon
  • [MGBA] Added info about a Pokémon's resistances, immunities, and weaknesses
  • [MGBA] Route Data in most places shows min/max encounter levels for Pokémon

Version 7.0.3 - Release Info

  • Fixed a bug where the move "Struggle" was tracked in some cases
  • Fixed a bug where tracker would freeze on some story-related double battles (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
  • Updated some Route Data locations and names (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
  • Updated Startup Screen to show an edit-icon for the attempts counter

Version 7.0.2 - Release Info

  • Tracker Settings menu has new buttons: Extras, Stats, and Help (links to the wiki here on Github)
    • A pedometer for counting steps has been included in "Extras"
  • Fixed a bug where Low Kick would crash the tracker if the player encountered an unidentified ghost in Pokémon Tower
  • Fixed a bug where the attempt counter would increment even if it failed to load a new ROM

Version 7.0.1 - Release Info

  • Fixed a critical missing safety check when Quickloading "Generate a new ROM" for the very first time would fail
  • Fixed a missing nil check when using ROM Folder Quickload without first restarting Bizhawk
  • When performing an auto-update, the Tracked Data is now first saved to the TDAT file, then the update occurs (mostly non-impactful change)
  • Added two extra routes names for trainer battles in RSE: "Weather Institute 1F" and "Weather Institute 2F"

Version 7.0.0 - Release Info

  • The Tracker can now update itself automatically, no longer requiring you to download and install via Github releases (hurray!)
  • A new Pokémon icon set: Virtual Pet by Ryastoise
  • Accuracy and Evasion stat changes are now displayed when they are changed during battle
  • A backup copy of the previous auto-randomized ROM created by the Tracker is now saved
    • This is helpful when Quickloading too fast and forgetting to check the log of your last seed
  • Fixed bug where Synchronize wouldn't get tracked if it failed to apply status
  • Fixed bug with using item on first turn of battle prevents enemy move from being tracked
  • Fixed bug with Damp ability loop where its value could get out-of-bounds

6.x.x / 0.6.x - Numerous Feature Additions

Version 6.5.0 - Release Info

  • The enemy Pokémon screen now displays a "last seen level" which tracks the level of that Pokémon species the last time you encountered it
  • A built-in Theme Library to help better manage your collection of custom themes
  • A Theme option for removing drop shadows from text on the Tracker, allowing for more crisp looking Themes
  • The ability Inner Focus is now automatically tracked if it's triggered
  • When the move Snatch successfully "snatches" a move, that move is now properly tracked
  • The room names for the E4 locations in Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald now display properly
  • When opening Tracker pop-up windows, Bizhawk sound no longer stutters loudly
  • When clicking the Pokémon icon on the Startup Screen to change it to something, it's now clear what option was previously selected

Version 6.4.2 - Release Info

  • A hotfix to resolve an issue where some double battles would cause the Tracker to error and stop working

Version 6.4.1 - Release Info

  • A random ball picker will now appear right before selecting your starter Pokémon ball
  • You can now click on the Attempts number on the Startup Screen to change it
  • Fixed a bug where the encounter data for the Power Plant was sometimes inaccurate (FRLG only)
  • Fixed a bug where enabling/disabling the Repel icon setting interfered with other settings

Version 6.4.0 - Release Info

  • You can now click on the Pokémon on the Tracker's startup screen to choose which Pokémon is displayed
  • Each Pokémon icon set now displays credits for their respective creators
  • Double battles are now fully supported, including auto ability tracking
  • Return / Frustration will display actual power when friendship is close to max / min respectively
  • When Transform, Skill Swap, or Role Play cause information to be revealed to you, it will now be tracked
  • Fixed a bug where Auto PC Heals would incorrectly trigger at the start of certain trainer battles (for real this time)
  • Fixed a bug where certain ROM patches prevented the Repel icon from working properly
  • Fixed a bug where type effectiveness was shown incorrectly for some Status moves, such as Poison Gas
  • Fixed a bug where type effectiveness was shown incorrectly for certain attack moves, such as Dragon Rage
  • Fixed a bug where keeping the Tracker in OneDrive/Dropbox would cause it to crash
    • The crash no longer occurs, but the Tracker will not properly function if kept in OneDrive/Dropbox folders due to strict permissions from Windows

Version 6.3.1 - Release Info

  • Added an option to show a repel icon indicating remaining duration of the repel effect
  • More clear and informative messages about tracked data being loaded
  • Fixed an issue where sometimes the attempts counter would get stuck even when using Quick-load
  • Fixed an issue wherein Beat Up damage calculation was not typeless

Version 6.3.0 - Release Info

  • Changed version numbering scheme from 0.6.3 -> 6.3.X, where X now represents a patch/hotfix
  • Startup Screen added
  • Automatically checks for new version updates
  • New Pokémon icon set: Explorers
  • Theme supports Lower box text color
  • Ghost icon for Marowak in Lavender town
  • Better support for Doubles battles
  • Evo method is now highlighted depending on if evo is soon/possible. Evo stones in bag are now - checked as part of this
  • Next move level highlights when close to learning, color chosen from theme based off contrast
  • Better support for Linux
  • Fixed Future Sight / Doom Desire so they no longer calculate for STAB damage
  • Fixed empty move data displaying off-color on screen
  • Fixed empty Controls triggering immediately (not allowed)
  • Fixed overflow text for Settings file chosen

Version 0.6.2 - Release Info

  • The Quick-load feature (A + B + START) can now generate a new randomized ROM for you each time you reset
    • This means you don't have to batch make a bunch of randomized ROMs ahead of time (you still can if you want)
    • Learn more about using this feature on our wiki documentation page: Quick-load a new ROM
  • Added an attempt counter as a text file (.txt) in the Tracker folder, incremented when you Quick-load
    • Each time you reset, the count will increase; you can still manually edit this in your Tracker folder
    • A separate counter is kept for each different rule set / challenge you play
  • You can now click on a Pokémon's Ability to read information about it
    • You can still manually track abilities by using the Notes section
  • Theme presets are now stored in a text file (.txt) in the Tracker folder
    • You can add in your own custom themes to this file to save them for loading into the Tracker
    • Four new Tracker theme presets: Gamecube, Team Rocket, Item Bag, and Calico Cat v2
  • You can now take notes on any Pokémon at any time simply by looking them up on the Info Screen
    • Click on any Pokémon icon, then click on the magnifying glass icon to search; notes appear at the bottom
  • When a Pokémon changes type (Color Change), Tracker accurately recalculates which moves are effective
  • Added route data for Safari Zones and Sevii Islands
  • Added an option to disable the carousel's movement at the bottom of the Tracker's main screen
  • Fixed some issues with a few Animated Pokémon sprites (3D models), you can download the update here
  • Fixed a bug wherein if Pokémon abilities were not randomized, it would cause an error
  • Fixed a bug wherein encountering wild Pokémon wouldn't track correctly, labeled as a trainer fight
  • Fixed a bug wherein several Pokémon were missing info on early learned move levels

Version 0.6.1 - Release Info

  • Animated Pokémon Popout feature add-on for 3D models
    • This new feature is an add-on that requires downloading the AnimatedPokemonModels-Addon.zip asset
    • To setup and use this add-on: refer to the Wiki Tracker Addons page
  • Support for Randomized Pokémon Types & Moves
    • Includes option to reveal the randomized types, which lets you strategically use super-effective moves
  • Localization of France, German, Italy, and Spain game data is now shown on the Tracker
  • Option to enable/disable the Last Damage taken information
  • Several bugfixes and visual updates

Version 0.6.0 - Release Info

  • New Pokémon icon set with updated visuals for the pixel images
  • All abilities that activate during battle are now properly tracked
  • Wild encounters for each route are now tracked with a full info database available for each route
  • Last damage received by an attack is noted for you during battle
  • Detrimental status icons are now shown on the Tracker screen
  • Localization of France, German, Italy, and Spain game data is now shown on the Tracker
  • A brand new Tracker navigation menu for changing the settings
    • You can also estimate your Pokémon's potential strength (similar to IVs) in Gameplay Options
  • Several bug fixes and visual improvements

0.5.x - Code Optimizations & Information Look up

Version 0.5.4 - Release Info

  • Support for Spanish and French versions of Fire Red
  • Your Pokemon's ability is now revealed immediately when you pick your starter (finally)
  • Randomizer setting for faster friendship evolutions is now reflected on the Tracker when it's ready to evolve
  • Theme shadows have less of a harsh contrast than they did before

Version 0.5.3 - Release Info

  • Contextual move info lookup for newly learned moves by clicking on the game screen itself
  • Trace automatically tracks abilities for you
  • Improved error message pop-ups to notify you if something goes wrong
  • Easier Pokémon/move/ability lookup by clicking on the drop-down box and typing to autocomplete
  • Minor bug fixes relating to battle data being revealed and Move Info summaries having typos

Version 0.5.2 - Release Info

  • Pokémon Stadium Portraits: An option to use alternate game sprites for a more modern look
  • Pokémon and Move info look up screens allow you to search for any Pokemon or Move to learn more information
  • Form popups now appear relatively on top of your Bizhawk window, instead of a random monitor or hidden somewhere

Version 0.5.1 - Release Info

  • Ability to upgrade Tracker at any time, even during the middle of a game
  • Badges are automatically tracked as you earn them
  • Auto PC heal tracking is back, simply click the checkbox to turn them on
  • Better Ruby/Sapphire support

Version 0.5.0 - Release Info

  • Optimized code for better performance
  • Enemy abilities can be manually/automatically tracked
  • Number of encounters are tracked
  • PP usage by enemy is counted
  • Live Theme updates as you edit them

0.4.x - Customizable Themes

Version 0.4.1a - Release Info

  • Theme Update