What DramaticShapeVoxelMod Changes
DramaticShapeVoxelMod is an optional graphics and rendering mod for Gen1Recomp. It turns the flat tile-based overworld into a layered 3D scene while keeping many characters as 2D sprites inside that environment.
VoxelMod is not a standalone game and does not replace Gen1Recomp. The base project supplies the game engine, ROM import and mod manager; VoxelMod uses that system to change presentation.
Main Visual Features
- extruded map geometry and adjustable camera pitch;
- depth-based occlusion and cast shadows;
- optional voxel grid, world curvature and tilt-shift blur;
- day and night presentation;
- battles displayed over the map;
- an optional back-sprite view for 3D battles;
- Type A and Type B 3D battle presentations, with Type B placing the battle in a void instead of over the current map;
- adjustable water waves and reflections;
- an experimental first-person view in the final known v1.8.2 release;
- a third-person mode;
- adjustable battle camera angle and zoom that carry across battles;
- experimental PC VR support through SteamVR, including snap or smooth turning and diorama VR modes.
The 1ST Voxel option moves the camera into a first-person view and changes movement while that mode is selected. It supports mouse look on desktop, the right stick on a controller, and dragging across an open part of the screen on touch devices. Because the feature is experimental, save your game before testing it and switch back to a normal Voxel angle if movement or performance does not feel right.
VoxelMod also includes experimental PC VR support. The official notes say it was tested with SteamVR through Virtual Desktop on a Quest 3; standalone VR is not supported. Smooth turning is available alongside snap turning, and the wall-bump sound is removed in first-person VR and flatscreen play.
VoxelMod includes Type A and Type B 3D battles and an adjusted battle interface. Type B places the battle in a separate void for players who do not want battles displayed over the current map. Experimental Pokemon Stadium model support requires a compatible Pokemon Stadium 1.0 ROM. Version 1.8.2 fixes wall layering in houses, the Pokemon Center, Rocket lift and Red's home, plus statue models in Lance's Room and Indigo Plateau. The 1.8 series also added shiny and shiny Stadium-model support, optional throwing mechanics, a revised menu, Android water fixes and further environment improvements.
Third-person mode, persistent battle camera control, keyboard/controller/touch zoom, first-person mode and PC VR support from earlier releases remain included.
The environment gains depth, but “everything becomes a voxel model” is not accurate. Sprites and interface elements can remain two-dimensional.
What the Mod Does Not Intend to Change
The maintainer describes movement, collision, triggers, scripts and saved actor positions as unchanged. This is why “graphics mod” or “presentation mod” is more accurate than calling VoxelMod a separate remake.
For a side-by-side explanation of the two projects, see Gen1Recomp vs VoxelMod.
Requirements and Limitations
VoxelMod requires a compatible Gen1Recomp version plus shader and depth-canvas support. Performance can vary with the device, graphics driver, screen resolution, draw distance, enabled effects and other installed mods.
The project remains experimental. Review Platforms and Requirements before using it on Android or a handheld, and check Known Issues if rendering or performance problems appear.
The original repository is no longer available and the creator has stepped back from the project. The last known release is v1.8.2; the community archive keeps the available version links together.
Download and Setup
VoxelMod versions are available from the VoxelMod Download page. Keep the ZIP compressed when importing it through Gen1Recomp's mod manager. The Red, Blue and Yellow 3D guide covers the complete setup.