A fan patch for Medarot 9 is reportedly "practically complete" as of early 2026, with most dialogue translated.
Translating a 3DS game is a monumental task. It’s not just about translating words; it's about reverse engineering code.
| Version | Title ID (Europe) | Title ID (Japan) | |------------------|------------------|------------------| | Medarot 8 Kabuto | 00040000001A2800 | 000400000017F900 | | Medarot 8 Kuwagata| 00040000001A2900 | 000400000017FA00 | medarot 8 english patch
A complete translation patch was released in 2024 and received updates through March 2026 for both the Kabuto and Kuwagata versions.
The primary effort to localize this game is not from a large group like Operation Rainfall, but from a dedicated solo fan known as , alongside contributors from the Medabots Discord and GBATemp communities. A fan patch for Medarot 9 is reportedly
: Medarot 8 utilizes proprietary 3D asset packaging and compressed text archives that require custom extraction tools.
: As Salt climbs the ranks of the detective agency, he must balance tournament Robattling with high-stakes investigations to prevent a global catastrophe linked to the origins of the Medarots themselves. Key Features of the English Patch | Version | Title ID (Europe) | Title
Medarot 8 is no longer a walled garden. Thanks to patient fan labor, English speakers can finally experience the best 2D Medabots RPG on the 3DS. It is a technical, slightly rough, but deeply passionate translation—fitting for a game about fighting robots with personality.
