Q: Is Pokémon Ash Gray version 4.2 the final version?
A: Metapod23 stopped development years ago, but 4.2 is widely considered the complete, stable release. There is no official 5.0.
Q: Can I trade/battle with other games?
A: No. Because Ash Gray uses custom Pokémon data and moves, link cable features are disabled.
Q: Does Pikachu follow you like in Pokémon Yellow?
A: Yes – version 4.2 improved the following sprite so Pikachu appears on the overworld and reacts to objects (e.g., water fountains).
Q: Can I evolve Charmander into Charizard?
A: Yes – Ash’s Charmander evolves through story events, not leveling. Do not use a Rare Candy; wait for the episode in the abandoned town.
Once you have your Pokemon Ash Gray 4.2.gba file and emulator:
Unlike earlier betas that ended at the SS Anne, version 4.2 takes you all the way through the Indigo Plateau Conference. You will experience: