: The massive post-game campaign, "The Grand Battle," is where the patch remains unfinished. Some dialogue may be unformatted or cause the game to freeze, though dedicated community members have found ways to bypass these through save-swapping with the original Japanese ROM. How to Apply the Patch

For years, Western fans of the Custom Robo franchise were left in the dark. While the Nintendo GameCube and DS saw official English releases, the original N64 titles—specifically the critically acclaimed —remained exclusive to Japan. Fortunately, dedicated fan efforts have made it possible to experience this mecha-battler in English. Current Status of the English Patch (2026)

Custom Robo V2 English Patch: The Ultimate Guide to Playing the N64 Classic

As of early 2026, the status of a "complete" English patch for Custom Robo V2 is a mix of community triumph and technical workarounds.

To play Custom Robo V2 in English, you will need to apply a patch file (typically in .xdelta format) to a legal backup of your Japanese ROM. Custom Robo V2 Review - The N64 Japanese Eye

: The main story mode, "A New Journey," is essentially 100% translated and playable from start to finish.

: The most widely recognized patch was developed by Star Trinket Translations . Although the team officially disbanded and cancelled the project in 2022, a near-complete beta version survived.