.------------------. | Rent-A-Hero No.1 | '------------------' Unofficial English Translation v1.0 Sega Dreamcast .------------------::[ Credits ]::------------------ | | RENT-A-MODDERS TEAM | '--------------------------------------------------- | | LEAD DEVELOPER/PROJECT LEAD: | VincentNL | | PROGRAMMERS: | | VincentNL ( SH4 Asm ) | Nanashi ( SH4 Asm / Compression algo ) | USC ( Text Editing Tools ) | | GRAPHICS: | Egregiousguy ( 3D models / 3D animations ) | Danthrax ( VMU animations ) | Richterw ( VMU animations ) | Togepichu ( VMU animations ) | VincentNL ( textures / VMU animations ) | | TRANSLATORS: | CurtainFire | Korp13 | Shark | Togepichu | Ensoku | Frogacuda | PSXCraver | Chmcl | Ghaleon | Rob2d | | TECHNICAL SUPPORT: | | Zychion ( New data and scripts testing ) | Deluxx ( Server for QBMS text data analysis) | Esppiral ( Wide screen patch ) | '--------------------------------------------------- | | BETA TESTERS: | | ToddlerPichu ( Togepichu ) | Cicadas-dc | Guimli355 | Charisma103 ( Mkol103 ) | Sdesiena ( Steve DeSiena ) | IncredibleMeltingMatt | MadMatMax | | SPECIAL THANKS: | | RAH Xbox localization prototype | Derek Pascarella ( ateam ) | Zocker_160 | Exant | Dreamcast-Talk Community | Romhacking.net Community | The Dreamcast Junkyard | The Hidden Palace | Rolly | Dubcity | Guimli | Treamcaster | ProstatePunch | Stephon Kirkpatrick | Nightsb | VincentNL Patreons | `--------------------------------------------------- .-----------::[ Patching Instructions .GDI ]::----------- | | The .DCP patch file shipped with this release is designed for use with | Universal Dreamcast Patcher: | | https://github.com/DerekPascarella/UniversalDreamcastPatcher/releases | | Note that Universal Dreamcast Patcher supports both TOSEC-style GDI and | Redump-style CUE disc images as source input. | | 1) Click "Select GDI or CUE" to open the source disc image. | | 2) Click "Select Patch" to open the .DCP patch file. | | 3) Click "Apply Patch" to generate the patched GDI. | - The patched GDI will be generated in the folder from which the | application is launched. | | 4) Click "Quit" to exit the application. | `--------------------------------------------------- .-----------::[ Patching Instructions .CDI ]::----------- | | The .xdelta patch file shipped with this release is designed for use with | Delta Patcher: | | https://www.romhacking.net/utilities/704 | | 1) Click the first folder and select the original JP release .cdi | | 2) Click the second folder and select .xdelta patch file. | | 3) Click "Apply Patch". | - The original .cdi will be the patched | | 4) Exit the application. | `--------------------------------------------------- .-------------::[ Redream / Retroarch / Flycast *WARNING* ]::------------ | | You NEED to use a Dreamcast bios file in order to play it without issues or freezes! | | Redream: boot.bin | RetroArch/ Flycast: dc_boot.bin | |--------------------------------------------------- | Please note: *HLE BIOS* needs to be disabled! | | HLE BIOS issues reported: "Dark menus", "NOW LOADING" freeze after using subway | `--------------------------------------------------- .------------::[ v1.0 Release Notes ]::------------- | | In 2000, I eagerly awaited the English Dreamcast release of Rent-A-Hero No.1, | but it never materialized until 2017, when an unfinished Xbox localized prototype | version appeared on hiddenpalace.org. | | During the pandemic, I dedicated my free time to reverse engineering Naomi games | for modding Naomi Library 3D format. To venture out from the arcade zone, | I decided to take on the challenge of an unknown DC file format. | Dreamcast-talk forums (thanks Derek!) were discussing Rent-A-Hero No.1 text data | format which prevented any translation from happening, making it the perfect target. | | The Xbox prototype text data couldn't be used on DC due to the file archives | being totally different. To port text, had to reverse both formats, | write scripts to extract and convert, and ultimately reassemble data into | .SNR archives + chunks. | | On February 9th, 2021, the first proof-of-concept video was released, | and positive feedback encouraged me to begin disassembly and setting | up a translation process. | Rent-A-Modders team grew in numbers and quality, with outstanding translators | such as Korp13 and CurtainFire, who have diligently tackled thousands of | untranslated lines. | | The project stepped up with the contributions of fellow reverse engineers | like Egregiousguy and Nanashi. Egregiousguy made brand new 3D content and animations | for the game and Nanashi's SH4 work on font and decompression algorithms | prompted me to create brand new features for the game. | I loved coding over 60+ functions,in particular Name entry, Debug menu, | VMU animation system, subtitles, and new SECAMAIL interface controls | with the analog stick. | | A special mention goes to Togepichu, who tirelessly worked on multiple | playthroughs to find over 200+ bugs that needed fixing. | | Although the journey was challenging, it was always fascinating and rewarding | to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges together. | | | Today, on May 1st, 2023, I am proud to announce the first unofficial | English version of Rent-A-Hero No.1 for Sega Dreamcast, which includes: | | - Complete English translation | - Over 60 new exclusive functions | - Opening / Ending subtitles | - New 2D/3D content | - New VMU animations | - New Debug modes | - Bug fixes of original code | - Bonus content | | I'd like to give special thanks to all the active fans and developers in | the Dreamcast community who've kept the spirit of our beloved console alive and well! :) | `--------------------------------------------------- .-----------------::[ Legal Discalimer ]::----------- | | Unofficial Rent-A-Hero No.1 English Patch is a recreational project and has | no relation with SEGA, the original Rent-A-Hero No.1 team, or Xbox localization team. | This free patch is meant to be used on a legally obtained disc backup and it is strictly | forbidden to distribute it as patched .GDI /.CDI. | Those who distribute it illegally or ask for money for a patched disc have no affiliation | with VincentNL, Rent-A-Modders team, and are solely responsible for their actions. | | By using hereby unofficial Rent-A-Hero No.1 English Patch, you agree that you do so | at your own risk. The creators of this patch will not be held responsible for any damages | that may arise from its use or illegal distribution. | | Additionally, unofficial Rent-A-Hero No.1 English patch is not endorsed, licensed, | or sponsored by SEGA, the original Rent-A-Hero No.1 team, or Xbox localization team. | | Rent-A-Hero No.1 is a registered trademark of SEGA. | By using this patch, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms | and conditions stated in this legal disclaimer. | `--------------------------------------------------- .-----------------::[ Changelog ]::----------------- | | -> 2023-05-01 (v1.0) | -Initial release. | `--------------------------------------------------- For bug reporting or any other info, you can find me on... -> Twitter: https://twitter.com/VincentNL_ -> YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wrarwa -> Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VincentNL -> Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/vincentnl -> Dreamcast-Talk: https://www.dreamcast-talk.com/forum/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=12555 -> Romhacking.net: https://www.romhacking.net/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=104296