Crystal Challenge Patch - Revision history

Squidgy: /* Challenge Run Patch */

2025-11-03T06:01:30Z

Challenge Run Patch

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	= Challenge Run Patch =		= Challenge Run Patch =
	'''Latest update: ~~19th May~~ 2025 (v1.16)'''		'''Latest update: 3rd November 2025 (v1.16)'''

	This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.		This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.

Squidgy: /* Features by Version */

2025-11-03T05:48:28Z

Features by Version

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	== Features by Version ==		== Features by Version ==
			=== v1.16 ===
			* Optional Vitamin Cap removal in 3F of Goldenrod Department Store. This allows you to use (almost) an unlimited amount of vitamins on your Pokémon.
			* Option to receive Field Move Items as well as their respective moves. Some items may still be slightly buggy.
			* Option to receive 10 Rare Candies at the beginning of the challenge, replacing the 10 Rare Candies picked up in the course of the run.
			* Option to disable Wild Encounters entirely by holding the B Button.

	=== v1.15 ===		=== v1.15 ===
	* Futher reorganization with Extra Options - now split into four categories and trigged on the bookshelves beneath the starters.		* Futher reorganization with Extra Options - now split into four categories and trigged on the bookshelves beneath the starters.

Squidgy: /* Challenge Run Patch */

2025-11-03T05:17:08Z

Challenge Run Patch

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	= Challenge Run Patch =		= Challenge Run Patch =
	'''Latest update: 19th May 2025 (v1.~~14 Beta~~)'''		'''Latest update: 19th May 2025 (v1.16)'''

	This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.		This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.

Squidgy: /* Features by Version */

2025-07-03T21:44:32Z

Features by Version

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	=== v1.15 ===		=== v1.15 ===
	* Futher reorganization with Extra Options - now split into four categories and trigged on the bookshelves beneath the starters.		* Futher reorganization with Extra Options - now split into four categories and trigged on the bookshelves beneath the starters.
	* Extra option to force spinners to always look away from the player, rotating spinners remains as an option.		* Extra option to force spinners to always look away from the player, rotating spinners remains as an option. Code provided by Snowy!
	* If HM Friend Encounters are enabled, the first encounter on Route 33 is always a SPEAROW.		* If HM Friend Encounters are enabled, the first encounter on Route 33 is always a SPEAROW.

Squidgy: /* Download */

2025-07-03T21:44:15Z

Download

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	== Download ==		== Download ==
	[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest stable version]		[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest stable version]

	~~[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatchBeta.ips Click here to download the latest beta version]~~

	<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>		<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>

Squidgy: /* Features by Version */

2025-07-03T21:43:15Z

Features by Version

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	== Features by Version ==		== Features by Version ==
			=== v1.15 ===
			* Futher reorganization with Extra Options - now split into four categories and trigged on the bookshelves beneath the starters.
			* Extra option to force spinners to always look away from the player, rotating spinners remains as an option.
			* If HM Friend Encounters are enabled, the first encounter on Route 33 is always a SPEAROW.

	=== v1.14 ===		=== v1.14 ===
	* A reorganized EXTRA OPTIONS function in Elm's Lab, with skips to cut down on the amount of text you scroll through.		* A reorganized EXTRA OPTIONS function in Elm's Lab, with skips to cut down on the amount of text you scroll through.

Squidgy: /* v1.14 Beta */

2025-07-03T21:41:13Z

v1.14 Beta

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	== Features by Version ==		== Features by Version ==
	=== v1.14 ~~Beta~~ ===		=== v1.14 ===
	* A reorganized EXTRA OPTIONS function in Elm's Lab, with skips to cut down on the amount of text you scroll through.		* A reorganized EXTRA OPTIONS function in Elm's Lab, with skips to cut down on the amount of text you scroll through.
	* An optional Level Cap which will prevent leveling up past the next Gym Leader / Elite Four Member's Ace. (Disabled by default)		* An optional Level Cap which will prevent leveling up past the next Gym Leader / Elite Four Member's Ace. (Disabled by default)
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	* An option to receive 10 Rare Candies at the start of the game instead of collecting them individually as the game progresses. (Disabled by default)		* An option to receive 10 Rare Candies at the start of the game instead of collecting them individually as the game progresses. (Disabled by default)
	* An option to receive an infinite-use Candy Jar to replace the Rare Candies. (Disabled by default)		* An option to receive an infinite-use Candy Jar to replace the Rare Candies. (Disabled by default)
	* A helpful NPC in ECRUTEAK and SAFFRON Pokémon Centers who will guide you to Rare Candies you have not obtained.
	* BOARDER DOUGLAS in MAHOGANY GYM is now hard-coded to always face upwards when Spinners are disabled.		* BOARDER DOUGLAS in MAHOGANY GYM is now hard-coded to always face upwards when Spinners are disabled.

Squidgy at 17:58, 19 May 2025

2025-05-19T17:58:03Z

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	= Challenge Run Patch =		= Challenge Run Patch =
	'''Latest update: ~~6th~~ May 2025 (v1.13)'''		'''Latest update: 19th May 2025 (v1.14 Beta)'''

	This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.		This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.

	== Download ==		== Download ==
	[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest version]		[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest stable version]

			[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatchBeta.ips Click here to download the latest beta version]

	<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>		<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>

	== Features by Version ==		== Features by Version ==
			=== v1.14 Beta ===
			* A reorganized EXTRA OPTIONS function in Elm's Lab, with skips to cut down on the amount of text you scroll through.
			* An optional Level Cap which will prevent leveling up past the next Gym Leader / Elite Four Member's Ace. (Disabled by default)
			* An option to enable and disable extra NPCs - the helpers on 2F Pokémon Center, Move Reminder. (Enabled by default)
			* An option to receive 10 Rare Candies at the start of the game instead of collecting them individually as the game progresses. (Disabled by default)
			* An option to receive an infinite-use Candy Jar to replace the Rare Candies. (Disabled by default)
			* A helpful NPC in ECRUTEAK and SAFFRON Pokémon Centers who will guide you to Rare Candies you have not obtained.
			* BOARDER DOUGLAS in MAHOGANY GYM is now hard-coded to always face upwards when Spinners are disabled.

	=== v1.13 ===		=== v1.13 ===
	* New title screen to indicate it's the Challenge Run Patch.		* New title screen to indicate it's the Challenge Run Patch.
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	* Option for Legends: Arceus–style Hidden Power — always rolls for a Super Effective type regardless of DVs.		* Option for Legends: Arceus–style Hidden Power — always rolls for a Super Effective type regardless of DVs.
	* Mega Evolution option added — fully functional, though some sprites are still placeholder.		* Mega Evolution option added — fully functional, though some sprites are still placeholder.
	~~: → Talk to the Healing Machine to enable either feature.~~

	=== v1.5 ===		=== v1.5 ===
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	=== v1.4 ===		=== v1.4 ===
	* Customize Hidden Power more precisely.		* Customize Hidden Power more precisely and choose from:
	~~: → Talk to the right of the Healing Machine.~~
	* Choose from:
	** Top		** Top
	** Hi-Middle		** Hi-Middle

Squidgy at 05:21, 10 May 2025

2025-05-10T05:21:15Z

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	== Download ==		== Download ==
	[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest version]		[https://trainersquidgy.com/Patches/GamePatches/Crystal/ChallengeRunPatch.ips Click here to download the latest version]

	<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>		<small>If you are using this patch to create content, please give credit.</small>

Squidgy at 05:18, 10 May 2025

2025-05-10T05:18:14Z

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	'''Latest update: 6th May 2025 (v1.13)'''		'''Latest update: 6th May 2025 (v1.13)'''

	This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options~~, randomization tweaks, and modernized battle features~~. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.		This patch enhances Pokémon Crystal for challenge run playthroughs, adding a wide range of quality-of-life options. It is regularly updated based on community feedback.

	== Download ==		== Download ==