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The following Hacks have been submitted and approved to the database (in submitted order oldest to newest):

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SoR2 - Ninja Warriors (Streets of Rage 2)(GEN)

Bug Fix

Crystalis Screen Shake Fix (Crystalis)(NES)

Complete

On the Road to Cleopactra (Ms. Pac-Man (Namco))(NES)
SOR2 - the New Challengers (Streets of Rage 2)(GEN)
Super Slasher Bros. 3 (Super Mario Bros. 3)(NES)
Super Mario World: Just Keef Edition (Super Mario World)(SNES)

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Tetris - Modern Blocks (Tetris)(GB)
Debug Menu (Secret of Evermore)(SNES)
EarthBound: MSU-1 Hip Hop Journey (EarthBound)(SNES)
Dick Tracy MMC5 Patch (Dick Tracy)(NES)
Top Gun MMC5 Patch (Top Gun)(NES)
Top Gun (Japan) MMC5 Patch (Top Gun)(NES)
Enable Amakusa (Samurai Shodown)(SNES)
The Goonies II MMC5 Patch (The Goonies II)(NES)
Tetris - Actually Useful Statistics (TAUS) (Tetris)(NES)
Slot-2 Patch (Mega Man ZX)(NDS)

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As a popular game whose localization for the SNES was highly memorable, the script writing for Final Fantasy VI is a topic frequently discussed in fan circles. But the sheer number of translation errors in its original English release, compounded by the alterations and inaccuracies found in later versions, have had the result of obscuring and distorting many of the details of the story.

In response to this, user hairy_hen decided that it would be appropriate to rewrite the script for Final Fantasy VI, in order to create a version for the SNES that faithfully presents all of the story and character details found in the Japanese original. Drawing upon his experience as a story editor, and closely following the live translation featured on Legends of Localization, hairy_hen went through the entire game and rewrote the dialog line by line, in order to restore all of the missing and distorted information. With the details presented in a correctly translated form, the internal logic of the story becomes much clearer. The focus of the plot is more unified and comprehensible, and the flow of each conversation becomes consistent in tone and coherence.

The overriding goal was to be as accurate to the intent of the original script as possible, but to keep the text in a form that would read naturally in English, rather than trying to replicate the quirks of Japanese grammar. With debates about the wording of specific lines often overshadowing discussions about the story, hairy_hen found it necessary to take an objective approach to the merits and shortcomings of previous releases. Consequently, while he did retain some of the memorable “flavor text” from earlier versions, he eliminated any changes in the dialog that interfered with the meaning of the story, and generally preferred to rewrite rather than hang on to the earlier phrasing.

The character of Cyan, whose speech had been somewhat mangled in previous releases by incorrect application of archaic grammar, was rewritten most extensively of all. Researching works dating from the time of Early Modern English allowed Cyan’s dialog to be written in a way that convincingly reflects the usage from this period, while remaining clearly understandable to a modern audience. Additional documentation about the specifics of the style is also provided.

The project’s aims also included the translation of non-story text; and therefore the game’s enemies, items, spells, and other abilities were renamed for the sake of accuracy. Most of these used the official names from Square Enix, but some were changed as needed in order to more closely reflect the Japanese originals. Mistakes in their accompanying descriptions were also corrected. To streamline the experience of the player, bug fixes were applied to eliminate potentially game-breaking glitches in the original code, and a few small enhancements such as B-button dashing were included for convenience. The Japanese title screen and uncensored graphics are also present in this version.

Since the Legends of Localization video series made it plainly obvious just how many previously undocumented translation mistakes the game actually contained, the necessity of creating a version that would rectify all of the issues became clear. This release, therefore, is aimed at anyone who prefers to play the game in its original form for the SNES, but without any of the associated textual problems. With its focus on story, Final Fantasy VI: Retranslated is designed particularly to appeal to those who wish to immerse themselves in the world of the game, and to experience a version that adheres as closely as possible to the intentions of the game’s writers.

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Shadowrun by Sega Genesis, is an action and RPG game based on the popular PnP role-playing game Shadowrun. This series combines the classic fantastic elements of role-playing games with cyberpunk element, mixing magic with the matrix, achieving a unique gameplay.

There are two versions of Shadowrun in the 16 bit generation, which as it is easy to deduce, are the 1993 Nintendo version and the 1994 SEGA version. The main difference between both productions, is that the SEGA version delves more into the Shadowrun universe, allowing a nonlinear free-style gameplay with a narrative more typical of a role-playing game. Also, it offers the opportunity to test some the characteristics features of the franchise such as forming a team with different archetypes, buying and accessorize firearms, make a powerful spell book, installing cybernetic improvements called cyberwear on your characters, hacking the matrix with a fully upgrade cyberdeck, and above all, the great opportunity to realize a Shadowrun!

There is nothing wrong with the Nintendo version, but if you are a fan of RPGs you probably want to try the SEGA version.

Some flaws that some people mention in the original version of Sega are that some missions can be somewhat repetitive, and the punishing difficulty for the reason that it is not easy to progress in the game, since the money and experience points rewards are low; also the combat can be sometimes difficult since, although there is a very decent arsenal, in practice it is reduced to one or two useful weapons.

The main objective of this new hack, Shadowrun 2058, is to eliminate these drawbacks and at the same time get closer to the original rules of Shadowrun second edition, which is the generation on which this game is based. Some of the improvements offered by this new installment are: better rewards for fulfilled missions, total review of weapons and armor allowing more fluid and less frustrating combats, cheaper and more accessible objects and improvements, and many other improvements detailed in the project page.

If you ever played Shadowrun and you didn’t like it because of the aforementioned flaws, or maybe you really liked but you expected some things to improve, the hack developer hope you give it a second chance and now you enjoy a more complete experience this time you run in the shadows!

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The following Hacks have been submitted and approved to the database (in submitted order oldest to newest):

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Final Fantasy Restored - 2019 Script Port (Final Fantasy)(NES)

Bug Fix

Shorter Skill Name Fix (Final Fantasy III)(SNES)

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Chaos Mode (Fire Emblem)(GBA)
Fire Emblem: The Sacred War (Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones)(GBA)
Gacha Hack (Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones)(GBA)
The Burdened Crown (Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones)(GBA)

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Region switch (RockMan: Power Battle Fighters)(PS2)
Streets of Rage 2: captain commando edition (Streets of Rage 2)(GEN)
Final Fantasy VI: Retranslated (Final Fantasy III)(SNES)
Mario Edition (Donkey Kong)(NES)
MK1 Text Clean Up (Mortal Kombat)(GEN)
SOR2 - Antiheroes (Streets of Rage 2)(GEN)
Super Monaco GP 2019 - HE returns (Super Monaco GP)(GEN)
Seiken Densetsu Restoration (Final Fantasy Adventure)(GB)
Final Fantasy VIII (Final Fantasy VIII)(PSX)
Prince of Persia Apple II restoration (Prince of Persia)(GEN)
Dorcas Emblem (Fire Emblem)(GBA)

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The following Hacks have been submitted and approved to the database (in submitted order oldest to newest):

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Buzzy’s World Tour (Super Mario World)(SNES)
Return to Castle Wily (Mega Man 3)(NES)
DOOMSDAY (Zombies Ate My Neighbors)(SNES)

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Unlock Abyss (Marvel Vs. Capcom 2)(PS2)
FFT: Prime (Final Fantasy Tactics)(PSX)
Thunder Force IV - PAL to NTSC-U Region Fix (Lightening Force: Quest for the Darkstar)(GEN)
007: Nightfire (007: Nightfire)(GC)
Final Fantasy 5: Void Divergence (Final Fantasy V)(SNES)
N64 NTSC Patches (Multiple Games)(N/A)
Pepper Mushroom (Super Mario Bros.)(NES)
Phantasy Star III General Improvement (Phantasy Star III: Generations of Doom)(GEN)
Mario Tennis GBA - Clap Instrument Fix (Mario Tennis: Power Tour)(GBA)
Luigi P1, Mario P2 (Super Mario Bros.)(NES)
NBA Jam 2K20 - Tournament Edition (NBA Jam: Tournament Edition)(SNES)
Normal Bowser in final battle (Super Mario 64)(N64)
Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2 Music Mod (Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2)(DC)

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From the first Double Z Mod to 2K17 – Overtime Edition, development two years in the making has brought eskayelle to this… The Endgame.

WELCOME TO NBA JAM 2K20!

Improving upon the Double Z mods before it, NBA Jam 2K20 – Tournament Edition brings home the following features:

Updated rosters! Starters and bench strength from the end of the 2018-19 season are here!
New players! Luka Doncic, Evan Fornier, Clint Capela, Moe Harkless, Myles Turner, Seth Curry, Zion Williamson… are all in the game.
All 30 teams are playable, the Grizzlies, World Champion Raptors and Pelicans prominently displayed on an Others team.
Beat the game to access the 2019 All-Stars, expanded rosters, and legacy players!
New and old secret players are obtainable via initials and button combinations.
Bad boys Barkley, Laimbeer, and Rodman are all at your fingertips!
More sound clips! Wizards! Thunder! Plus a couple surprises!
Contemporary logos are combined with some old favorites.
“Greyscaled” uniform portraits for more seamless future roster swaps.
Battle from worst to first based on the 2018-19 season standings and playoffs.
Bug fixes from past hacks remain in the game!
Got a hankerin’ to put on a hurtin’? Injury stats max out at a whopping 50! No shove, no love!
Konami codes from the previous hacks get you expanded rosters, plus either the 2019 All-Stars or the Grizzlies/Raptors/Pelicans.
Plus a few new court colors sprinkled in for fun…

Please feel free to browse the readme for more info, including secret player initials/button combinations and cheat codes.

Another huge thanks to phonymike for his guidance and ASM assistance on all the Double Z mods, including the swanky title screen updates! Thanks as well to Wake for prepping some of the additional sound clips via Soundforge and Audacity, plus DarkSamus993 and gauveldt for sound guidance during the 2K17 OT run that helped “break the sound barrier”.

Now get out there and JAM!