Changelog - Radical Red 3.1

Added the ability to change natures to Bashful, Gentle, and Lax. Gameplay and Balance Changes

Note: As of June 2026, subsequent updates (4.0 and beyond) have added Generation 9 Pokémon and further refined these features. The 3.1 version is often considered the peak of the Gen 8-era Radical Red experience.

: Can now be purchased in the post-game Safari Zone shop after defeating the visual tier bosses. radical red 3.1 changelog

: Allows players to skip tedious puzzle battles after defeating Lt. Surge. 3. New Pokémon, Moves, and Abilities

Expanded in-game functionality for obtaining special items and Pokémon early, including the ability to get starter packs. Quality of Life (QoL) Improvements Added the ability to change natures to Bashful,

Version 3.1 focuses on three core goals:

These changes separate Radical Red from clunky older hacks: : Can now be purchased in the post-game

: A friendship heart icon was added to the summary screen to check happiness levels. Pickup Buff : Items found via the

The item became slightly harder to obtain in multiple quantities early-game, forcing players to rely on positioning rather than sacrificial pivots.

: Version 3.1 addressed several "soft-locks" and AI glitches specifically found in Hardcore Mode, where the AI would sometimes fail to process complex Gen 9 ability interactions. Raid Den Logic

: You can now access the Stat Scanner directly from the summary screen, even during battles or while using the PC.