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How do I play Shiren 2 in English?

Version 1.0 of the English Patch created by Ozidual and SharkSnack is available!

Patch Download: http://www.romhacking.net/translations/6293/

How to Patch:

Steps (Online):

  1. Go to: https://www.romhacking.net/patch/
  2. Select ROM (Big Endian format, so .z64)
  3. Select patch
  4. Click "Apply Patch"

Steps (Manual):

  1. Download Flips - the bps patcher: https://www.romhacking.net/utilities/1040/
  2. Run Flips
  3. Select the patch. "Shiren 2 Oni Invasion! Shiren Castle! (English Translation v1.0).bps"
  4. Select ROM (Big Endian format, so .z64)
  5. Select output ROM

If you have trouble, feel free to ask questions in the Shiren the Wanderer Discord server.
However, DO NOT ask for or link to ROMs.

On the 64drive, after selecting the ROM, you may need to choose "256K" next to Force Save.

How do I provide feedback?

Join the Shiren the Wanderer Discord server and post in #shiren-2-english (under "Patches / Projects").

Save state usage can cause issues due to the way the game constantly writes,
so don't bother reporting errors if you use save states.

Does this game run on X device?

The English patch has been tested on the following:

  • Real Hardware (Nintendo 64)
  • Project64 (Windows 10)
  • RetroArch (Nintendo Switch)

Anything not in the above list is untested, and you're on your own.

Fix for graphics issues in Project64?

Steps:

  1. Go to: https://github.com/gonetz/GLideN64/issues/2421#issuecomment-756394160
  2. Download "build.zip".
  3. Copy win32 version of GLideN64.dll to PJ64's plugin folder.
  4. In PJ64's configuration, select the "rev.8e417951" plugin for graphics.
  5. Go to: Options → Graphics Settings → Frame Buffer.
  6. Change "Copy video card frame buffer to N64 memory" to "Synchronous".

Anything I should know before playing?

  1. This game is a prequel to Shiren 1, and is the first game in the timeline.
    That said, each game in the series features a self-contained story, so you don't
    need to have played other games in the series to understand and enjoy the story.

  2. There's a very obscure glitch that hard-locks the game.
    Basically, don't swing a weapon that has a 火 seal while standing at the very edge of a Shuffle style map.
    ※ This glitch is in the original ROM, and wasn't introduced by the English patch.

  3. Asuka and Mamo will lose their items if [Return to Napus Village] is selected at the main menu.
    This applies even if Asuka and Mamo weren't brought along for the current adventure.
    If you don't want them to lose their items, don't select [Return to Napus Village].
    However, if the game freezes, you can't avoid having to select [Return to Napus Village].
    So to be safe, keep important items in storage, rather than having Asuka or Mamo carry them.
    Copying a journal will also delete Asuka and Mamo's items in the copy.

  4. Save state usage can cause issues due to the way the game constantly writes.
    If your save file gets corrupted or game progression breaks as a result of using save states,
    don't bother reporting it as a problem with the English patch.

Does the Healing Sword seal stack?

No, the 回 seal (Healing Sword) does not stack. Only synthesize it 1 time.

Does the Otogiriso seal stack?

Yes, synthesizing multiple 弟 seals (Otogiriso) increases the amount of HP restored.
The effect is separate from the 回 seal, so they can be used together.

Do seals need to be adjacent to stack?

No, the order of seals doesn't matter for stacked effects.

Where can I find Perfect Wood?

Perfect Wood can only be found in the 2nd half of Shuten Trail Mid (8~12F).
It can't be found in Shuten Trail Hard.

Which monster should I capture in Road to the End?

It's best to capture an Armordillo family monster so that you can collect lots of items.
This strategy takes a long time, but it's one of the most consistent ways to clear Road to the End.

However, Armordillo monsters are rather weak and prone to accidents, so it's a good idea
to capture a second one if you happen to come across a second Monster Pot.
Armordillo Pop is ideal, but an Armordillo Bro can be used if you're careful.

Other notable monsters include Monsoon Doll, Gazelle Pope, Hyper Gazer, and Shihan.

Are upgrade value and seals lost when making Fiery Fuuma?

Yes, upgrade value and seals will be lost when the Katana+99 turns into a Fiery Fuuma.

This occurs when any of the following weapons or shields are created:

  • Fiery Fuuma
  • Kaburasutegi
  • Daisangen Sword
  • Ryujin Sword
  • Wonder Pick
  • Healing Sword
  • Helix Shield
  • Daisangen Shield
  • Nirvana Shield
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