You know those retro game mysteries that seem too wild to be real? Well, Splatterworld: Rick vs. the King of Terror just moved from legend to playable reality — and now English-speaking fans everywhere can finally enjoy it thanks to a brand new fan translation!
🕹️ What Is Splatterworld?
Originally developed for the Nintendo Famicom (NES) by Namco as a quirky spin-off to the horror franchise Splatterhouse, Splatterworld was planned for a 1993 release but quietly cancelled before it ever reached store shelves. The game blends horror tropes, off-beat humor, and turn-based RPG mechanics — a surprising twist for a series better known for side-scrolling action.
For decades, Splatterworld existed only as fragmented tidbits in collectors’ archives and promotional material. It wasn’t until Halloween 2025 that a prototype ROM finally surfaced online, surprising the retro community and setting the stage for its resurrection.
✨ English Translation Now Available
Thanks to the talented fan translators at Aeon Genesis, Splatterworld now has a full English translation patch available — bringing the long-lost RPG to life for modern players. This patch lets you experience the game’s story, characters, and battles in English for the very first time.
The translation was completed just about a month after the ROM’s discovery, a testament to the passion of retro gaming preservationists.
Important Note: The patch carries a content warning — some historical figures appear as summonable spirits in the game, and these elements were kept intact in the interest of preservation and authenticity.
📥 Now in the ROMs Section
As promised, Splatterworld: Rick vs. the King of Terror has been added to the ROMs section of this blog — complete with the English translation patch link from Romhacking.net and a quick guide on how to apply it with common patching tools like xDelta/Delta Patcher (just remember you’ll still need the original Japanese prototype ROM to patch). You can find it under the NES / Famicom — RPG category.
If you’re into lost games, oddball RPGs, or just love Splatterhouse lore, this is one of the most exciting retro discoveries in years — and now you can finally play it the way it was always meant to be experienced. 🎮
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