Delta PCB SNES Translator Brings Fan Translations to Original Cartridges
For years, dedicated fan translation communities have worked tirelessly to make import-only classics on the Super Nintendo (SNES) accessible to a global audience.
While emulation and flash carts have long provided ways to experience these unofficial localizations, enthusiasts seeking authenticity have often faced a more complicated path when attempting to enjoy translated games on original Nintendo hardware.
Enter the Delta PCB SNES Translator—a new, reversible hardware solution developed by Delta Island that empowers collectors to add fan translations directly to original SNES cartridges. Launched by the French-based team at Delta Island, the Delta PCB SNES Translator is designed as a fully reversible mod that honors the integrity of the original Nintendo PCB design.
This allows users to patch alternate language versions of classic games into their cartridges without risking permanent alteration or damage.
Unlike general modding approaches, the Delta PCB SNES Translator offers a straightforward install process that sets it apart—especially for those new to hardware modification. One prominent use case showcased by the Delta Island team is Square Enix's legendary RPG, Chrono Trigger.
While Chrono Trigger has an official English release, this mod specifically targets the French-speaking demographic, leveraging an official partnership with acclaimed fan translator Kogami.
Notably, Kogami—a veteran in the French SNES translation scene—is credited directly on the translator PCB, ensuring clear recognition and ethical practice, in contrast to unauthorized modification board sales. Installing the Delta PCB SNES Translator requires some basic soldering skills, but the result is a clean and elegant enhancement for collectors and retro enthusiasts.
Better still, the solution is built with future-proofing in mind: the translation patch on the PCB is upgradeable via a Sanni Open Source Cart Reader.
As Kogami works on Version 2 of his Chrono Trigger French translation, users will be able to update their cartridge’s firmware, further extending its longevity and appeal. Priced competitively at €24.90, the Delta PCB SNES Translator currently supports Chrono Trigger but is poised to bring similar functionality to more games in the future.
For SNES collectors, modding newcomers, or fans passionate about preserving and experiencing historically significant translations on original hardware, this innovative product stands out as one of the most accessible and respectful options available. Delta Island’s initiative further strengthens the bridge between the preservation of gaming history and modern accessibility, all while giving due credit to the translation community.
As retro hardware continues to thrive amongst dedicated fans, the Delta PCB SNES Translator demonstrates how thoughtful engineering can keep classic titles alive and relevant for a new generation of players.
While emulation and flash carts have long provided ways to experience these unofficial localizations, enthusiasts seeking authenticity have often faced a more complicated path when attempting to enjoy translated games on original Nintendo hardware.
Enter the Delta PCB SNES Translator—a new, reversible hardware solution developed by Delta Island that empowers collectors to add fan translations directly to original SNES cartridges. Launched by the French-based team at Delta Island, the Delta PCB SNES Translator is designed as a fully reversible mod that honors the integrity of the original Nintendo PCB design.
This allows users to patch alternate language versions of classic games into their cartridges without risking permanent alteration or damage.
Unlike general modding approaches, the Delta PCB SNES Translator offers a straightforward install process that sets it apart—especially for those new to hardware modification. One prominent use case showcased by the Delta Island team is Square Enix's legendary RPG, Chrono Trigger.
While Chrono Trigger has an official English release, this mod specifically targets the French-speaking demographic, leveraging an official partnership with acclaimed fan translator Kogami.
Notably, Kogami—a veteran in the French SNES translation scene—is credited directly on the translator PCB, ensuring clear recognition and ethical practice, in contrast to unauthorized modification board sales. Installing the Delta PCB SNES Translator requires some basic soldering skills, but the result is a clean and elegant enhancement for collectors and retro enthusiasts.
Better still, the solution is built with future-proofing in mind: the translation patch on the PCB is upgradeable via a Sanni Open Source Cart Reader.
As Kogami works on Version 2 of his Chrono Trigger French translation, users will be able to update their cartridge’s firmware, further extending its longevity and appeal. Priced competitively at €24.90, the Delta PCB SNES Translator currently supports Chrono Trigger but is poised to bring similar functionality to more games in the future.
For SNES collectors, modding newcomers, or fans passionate about preserving and experiencing historically significant translations on original hardware, this innovative product stands out as one of the most accessible and respectful options available. Delta Island’s initiative further strengthens the bridge between the preservation of gaming history and modern accessibility, all while giving due credit to the translation community.
As retro hardware continues to thrive amongst dedicated fans, the Delta PCB SNES Translator demonstrates how thoughtful engineering can keep classic titles alive and relevant for a new generation of players.
