Resident Evil's Japanese Exclusive Roots: Sweet Home (NES) - Region Locked Feat. Dazz
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This time on Region Locked, we take a look at an original Nintendo Famicom (NES) game by Resident Evil creator Capcom that remained an exclusive in Japan, never releasing in America: Sweet Home. Through our analysis of the game and its gameplay, we hope you learn some fun facts about Sweet Home and have the making of it explained here on the Did You Know Gaming channel.
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We need more Horror RPGs.
Such a rare combination.
If Paper-Soul Theater ever releases, it'll be the first big Horror RPG in over a decade! I recommend looking into it if you like existential horror.
Indeed, besides Sweet Home the only one I know from my mind is Kouldelka (PSX/PSOne).
ShadowWolfRising Yeah just not that shitty Corpse Party type stuff. Legit combat with multiple party members with different skills.
Igo Dreamer There's also Parasite Eve (1998 - PS1).
Yeah, that one too, but that is more "action" that RPG, in my opinion.
Sweet Home is a horror classic! More people need to know about this amazing game!!
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Honestly I found out about it though your old series.
For a Nes game the graphics were impressive.
@Zachary Erickson probably to save memory on the cartridge
You'd think with how much cooperation and teamwork played a part in Sweet Home that STARS wouldn't try to split up at every moment possible in Resident Evil (obviously there was sabotage involved and you were suppose to be vulnerable but still).
Steven Higgins Resident Evil's combat and puzzle-solving were designed differently to Sweet Home's, so I don't think a party system would have worked in RE.
Whining Ylthin Yeah as a game it wouldn't have made much sense but I'm sure it would have been easier if they were able to destroy every zombie and BOW in their path together.
This was probably some of the inspiration behind being able to have Rebecca and Billy together in a team in Resident Evil 0. That game had the ability to drop items anywhere and have them stay there too.
Solibrae Yeah I enjoyed being able to work together in 0. Made for some interesting puzzles and combat scenarios. Dropping items was nice but I also ended up making the main hall a hoarder's base of operation like an item box.
The problem with the whole STARS story with Resident Evil is because it was a survival horror game, you had to ditch logic for gameplay. STARS is Raccoon City's version of SWAT and with Bravo going MIA, you'd think Alpha being back up from street cops would be fully armed and hot.
I'm still waiting for a Clock Tower video.
Clock Tower First Fear is pretty good
Will never happen; the Clock Tower rights have legally been abandoned.
That's worst then it being in the public domain, yo
wait what happen to clock tower right?.........care to explain?
When he said the game may have not got a port due to the violence, my mind went straight to Clock Tower on the SNES (awesome game)
I was just thinking the same.
There's an updated fan translation that was released in 2017 that overcomes some of the limits of the Gaijin translation (like Taguchi is named Taguchi instead of Taro, along with some grammar fixes and adding back in some things that got lost in the original translation, like the Amulet) along with using a more readable font. I suggest checking it out.
Didn't even know Sweet Home was a movie tie-in until now.
Karl Schweinfurth
The movie is on RUclips to watch. It is not very good. The game is way better.
Not very good, but its a 7/10 in my book.
The movie pretty much reminded me of Hausu
Resident Evil was already a Sweet Home, with sweet neighbors.
Then why is it called Resident EVIL? evil isn't sweet...
Kirby Kraver I was just about say that...
விஷ்ணு கார்த்திக்
But sweets are bad for you.
This makes the sweets of your home, a resident evil.
Weeb
You mention the English translation from Gaijin Productions and Suicidal Translations, but you didn't mention the new translation released earlier this year by TheSiege and JMN. It's a much more faithful, accurate translation that allows English speakers to fully play and complete the game. The original translation had some issues that made it almost impossible for an English player to get past a certain point without consulting a guide.
This video went up a year before you commented this. The translation you're talking about didn't exist back then.
@@SonofSethoitae I released the translation in 2016. This video was made in 2017. @Zamzummin is correct to point out this research failure for a show that dedicates itself to research.
@@thesiege1658 Did you? My bad then; the Romhacking.net page lists the release date as "10 Jan 2017"
@@SonofSethoitae It does? Whoopsie. Either way, I imagine they still had time to include the mention.
It also should go without mention that I also firmly disagree with this video claiming the translation made in 2000 was high quality.
Mikami directed the first game (1996). Fujiwara was one of the producers on it
awesomeguy5679 Thank you! I was beginning to think I was the only one who caught that.
Had the opportunity to play this before. There was no way Nintendo of America would ever approve this but it would have been hotness to see this released in the early 90s.
It's got some rough edges but I would recommend it if you have the ability to play it
Every time I read about this game I can't help adding an 'Alabama.' XD
Yeah, it's entirely crazy how one of the most popular horror franchises of all time actually started its roots in this game.
I think it's partially crazy
Sweet Home is still my favorite game for the NES; the soundtrack is incredible, an engaging story for the time, and a great battle system (which is somewhat difficult at first, but becomes easy later on).
I remember playing this game about 6 or 7 years ago.
It's one of the best JRPGs that is original and unique to play.
A sweet home remake would be awesome.
The movie's director probably still has the license.
@@w415800 but how can contact him for agreement?
Nice to see Sweet Home get recognition; I've had the soundtrack for years now, but still need to watch the movie.
Skleeton
Game is better. The movie sucked.
This game honestly sounds pretty rad. I'd play it if it was released overseas.
Dude use an emulator and you could be playing it in 5 minutes...
ryogo 3 minutes ... Step up your game bitch
Ninjinfox22 It was released over seas. Just not outside of Japan. SEMANTICS.
+Deconstruction JD The blatant implication they're giving is relative to oversea travel to a foreign country so your correction is invalid. Good job.
Ninjinfox22 I'd check out etsy.com since some sellers make the game as physical with the English patch
Glad to see some light on this great tittle. I remember when HVGN did a review, I was so interested, that I got an emulator for my Nokia N95 just to play Sweet home on the go. It was a long time ago but I really enjoyed this game.
XradicalD It is. HVGN also livestramed on his channel in late 2015. I wanna get a NES repro cart and play it. I'm also planning on cosplaying Lady Mamiya and doing a cosplay skit of the final battle.
Xradical D I agree, Sweet home is an amazing game!!
XradicalD I’m emulating it now
Sweet Home
>Fight monsters!
>Level up!
Corpse Party, Ao Oni, etc
>Avoid monsters!
>Level 1 forever for some reason
This is so cool! I never knew that Resident Evil ended up being sort of a spiritual successor of this game. I feel like this is definitely one of the more obscure 'did you know's' and I really appreciate you guys making a video on this. Thanks!
You know what? I'd love the team to tackle that Sweet Home remake now. I'd play it. It'd probably be like Layers of Fear+P. T., but whatever - it'd be nice to see it.
NeioGeo I'd like it to remain turn based.
It is a licensed property so they can't do it. Simple as that.
That's because Friday the 13th is basically a shitty multiplayer game. It's not horror.
First Resident Evil was made because the Movie's director pulled the Sweet Home licence, so they have to change the story.
I love Sweet home. I never played it as a kid for the obvious reason it never came to NA, but I imported the Famicom version awhile ago. its really good.
I wanna see a top down turn based rpg remake of sweet home with 3d models similar to A link between world's but with a darker tone. I really liked the multiple characters with different abilities
Fun fact: cepcom lose their sweet home movie copyright during the remake of 3d version of the game of ps1. But they still make the game but make it a different story line. It is about a special American cop investigating the house which is full of monsters. The game was released as resident evil
Glad Sweet Home is getting some exposure, it's such a cool little game. I recommend watching the Happy Video Game Nerd's videos plus his livestream of the game on his livestream channel. I plan on getting a repro cart of Sweet Home and playing it. Plus, I'd like to cosplay Lady Mamiya and do a cosplay skit of the final battle.
I hope this game becomes more accessible in the West and perhaps gets a remaster somehow. Writing this in 2022. I've seen several channels talk about this game over the years as it's often cited as among the main inspirations for Resident Evil series. I love the art style and story.
I express my thanks for creating the video, I am joyous that many people are being aware of this game. I also enjoy the movie the game is inspired from.
This is a great video, nobody talks about Sweet Home. Thanks! :)
I actually heard about this game years ago. It'd be cool if they remade it in current gen.
So glad this is getting even more attention! Ever since Derek covered it in his HVGN series, I really fell in love with the game and even as a staunch, life-long lover of the resident evil series, I think Sweet Home is actually a superior game all around compared to the first resi game (and remake).. but they're both completely different experiences so I don't know why I'm comparing them x)
There is also a web toon that was inspired by this and Netflix released a series based on it albeit the story is different but the name Sweet home remains.
Oh my God yes all of my yes you guys finally did sweet home!!
This is one of my favorite games of all time
And did you know? The actual movie have released it's rental video and LD after the movie's released, but been sued by the creators that those were actually recorded illegally without copyright permission. Due to that all videos and LD were later confiscated and destroyed, which also resulted to not releasing its DVD and BD version either. But you can sitll watch the film through RUclips, if you can find it...
By the way, this title was also one of my requested titles that I wanted to see through DYKG. Thank you so much for releasing the vid, great work!
Is that why RT has like no reviews? Making a movie impossible to actually find--doesn't do much for publicity.
The actual video that was illegally copied seemed to have been purchased by many buyers before it got confiscated and destroyed by authorities, and can be purchased through Amazon.co.jp for $48. I'm not quite sure fully about it, but there seem to be a DVD version at some site called TwisteDanger selling for £9.99, but I wouldn't rely on having a trust upon purchasing it because it might be ported from the illegally copied product as the DVD might be pirated.
And by the way, hence the game contains multiple endings whether how many survived in the end, 2 out of 5 died in the actual movie in a gruesome way, who are Taguchi and Asuka. Sadly, they were never mentioned by others after their death...
It's easy now to look back and see so much of Resident Evil in Sweet Home.
Could you talk about Nuts and Milk? The first third party game on a Nintendo console, but compared to other obscure NES games like Little Samson, Uninvited or Joy Mech Fight, this one goes relatively unknown.
played an english translation of this years ago. Never got too far but I enjoyed it
DeadlyInsomnia I would give it another shot to play because it's pretty good
daisuke shogo I play to eventually when I have the free time for it
I played 2 years ago but got stuck in the basment lol
So glad you started using kriby's theme again
yes, I did know.
-finally got the chance to say this and mean itttt-
Actually based a D&D campaign around it
NICE WORK
Quick time events! Mind blown!
My theory to why this game never left Japan; the RPG genre was not considered popular enough internationally. Sure the "family friendly" image Nintendo was so strict about back then as well as this game's movie tie-in may be strong reasons themselves, but think about it; think about how many Japan exclusive RPGs were released during the late 80's and early 90's to both the Famicom and Super Famicom. A prime example being Final Fantasy 2, 3 and 5.
I'm sure hardcore RE fans knew some of these things but I didn't, and now I want to finish all the games
I seriously want a remake of this. It could be awesome.
The master of unlocking?? 🤣🤣 Sounds familiar
A little good at 17 seconds in, Tokuro Fujiwara was the producer, Shinji Mikami was the director of Resident Evil.
I believe it was Shinji Mikami that directed the first Resident Evil game. Fujiwara was a producer. Although, he and Mikami created the series.
Funny that Kurosawa doesn't like his film Sweet Home. I have a book on J-Horror that mentions it and I think it was creative control issues. I think it's a great movie, it has a Spielberg type vibe to it. Reminds of The Goonies and Poltergeist. Kinda slap stick comedy at times but with some great practical effects and genuine moments of horror.
How funny, I was just telling my hubby we should watch this for Halloween!
I discovered Sweet Home trough researching Clock Tower
The two biggest influences on Resident Evil seem to be Sweet Home and Alone In The Dark (the creators of RE have admitted that AITD was an influence). Bit of a shame to not even mention the other major influence, especially as it was the game that restarted the survival horror genre (AITD was released four years before RE).
damn right the movie is obscure af
Used the movie as a REFERENCE... such a novel idea
I remember playing the Japanese version. I didn't get far because I don't understand a word of Japanese, but the atmosphere alone was enough to to creep me out.
Sweet Home is a completely radical game.
Awesome video
i love this game i recently bought a reproduction cart of sweet home
Reminds me of Resident Evil Gaiden on GBC, good horror times....
Also in this game prophesize the advent of Resident Evil by the letter which Ichirou left at the balcony. "GET OUT IN THIS HOUSE OF RESIDING EVIL".
I remember someone talking about a preview of the game in an issue of Nintendo Power, so they may of had plans to localize the game at some point. At least until they realized how much digital paint they would've needed to get it past NoA, I'd imagine.
I'm gonna have to see if I can find a copy of this in town.
"You, the master of unlocking!"
Great game to play and a great movie for its time. One of the best movie based games around to date. Hard as hell to get the perfect ending. The movie is also pretty chilling for its time as well and was a masterpiece for its time. read the book if you can... Even better
I want a 3DS conversion of this game!
I would love a sweet home remake
I might not be so much into horror movies but this one has a very interesting story! Reminds me of something I would see in a horror RPG game! And the game looks pretty cool too!
MC. Gemstone the game narrative is also brilliant, as you slowly learn about the story by reading the notes scattered through the mansion. This game is amazing, you owe yourself to play it!
any videos on Splatterhouse in mind???? That and Resident Evil are the only games to have ever scared me!!
its a good game, and one i planned on releasing on my kids channel here in a couple months
"master of unlocking"
You cheeky minx
Oh I remember DeceasedCrab's playthrough of this.
Tried it myself but honestly didn't get far.
3:02 *master of unlocking*
It's a tough game from what I saw when I was watching my brother play the english translated version of it.
Riz2336 Yes, it is a very tough game. The mansion is huge, there is no map system, the healing potions are limited and the random battles (not to mention the death traps) become more frequent as you progress into the game. Nevertheless, it is an awesome game!
Before I played this (one of the few NES RPGs that didn't annoy me), I wasn't aware Capcom had even gotten involved in RPGs in the 8-bit era. Very disappointing this didn't have an international release.
I knew of this game but figured it wasn't very good if it wasn't a big thing. This looks awesome though. Might have to give it play through.
Damn that RPG was ahead of its time
I'd love to play this. There's a movie too. I read on it.
Amazing game. Fucking cool movie as well. I think Kurosawa wanted to put Steven Spielberg characters in a Sam Raimi/Peter Jackson style film. Some fucking amazing effects work.
Damit this game looks really cool
Anyone know where to watch the film with english subtitles?
RUclips
i love this game
Okay, but, this game seems really interesting and seems like a good game. And for what it's worth, the visuals seem really impressive for a Famicom game.
I thought the thumbnail was for Apocalypse Now
Is it bad that when I first read the title I thought this was a Horror game taking place on the TV Show: Roots?
Wait... So could the Sewer Gators in Resi 7, *be a subtle reference to Sweet Home?*
and the RPG Sweet Home is similar to Mother for the NES. xD
T. Fujiwara, is he secretly a tofu delivery boy?
classic. discovered this via roms..and GameFAQS. wish we would've gotten it stateside legit
Fujiwara? Maybe that's why there is tofu as a hidden character?
Does anyone know how and where I can get this for my mobile?
I tried playing Sweet Home on my Uncle's NES mini
Polverine74 how
VSpider3200 he paid extra to get his NES mini hacked to have all the NES games plus some bootlegs
Capcom should remake this
Now I want a Resident Evil turn based JRPG. Maybe something like Shadow Hearts.
Will this do? residentevilrpgrebirth.blogspot.com/
Koudelka is a close one
I read about this in game informer
Sweet Home Resident Evil
I remember that i found a game that looklike sweet home but i only know it call abaddon
In Japan anyone could make games for the Famicom since it didn't have a lockout chip, that's why Kitano's Challenge can exist.
Do one on why 'the super Adventure of Rockman' and 'the adventure Mya the bee' was never released in North American.
Actually you got something wrong, the game was indeed considered for an official American release on the NES (as "Sweet Home", no less) and its name popped up in various magazines at the time as one of Capcom's upcoming US releases.
The licensing isn't the problem most likely (since Shatterhand and Journey to Silius exist) but the violence probably killed that release.
Could you please provide sources for which magazines wrote about an international release? Also, please remember that just because other licensed games were published internationally doesn't mean that they kept their original plots, characters and themes. This game is heavily built upon the story of the film and has no means of being altered to remove that connection. The film's original creator worked on the project, and it's unlikely he would want the game that promotes his movie to be shipped off removing his entire input on the project.
-Dazz
Two points likely made the difference in the "no localization" decision. Nearly all the dismemberment scenes (especially of Ichiro!) would have to be revamped, resulting in a lot of additional work. Also, censors would have wrecked many plot-centric components (such as a woman murdering infants), requiring rewrites.
It's not like games with far more controversial content didn't make it (Guevara - renamed Guerilla Wars, Karnov, Friday the 13th, Bionic Commando, and so on), the common solution back then would be just to black out all death scenes completely and use vague language.
But I guess it's either Capcom not bothering with this for a late NES release (considering they didn't even care about their own Mega Man 6 release and NoA had to pick it up for them), the creative team at Japan not being impressed with Nintendo's cert demands, or NoA's upper management taking a quick look at the game before it was even presented to cert and preemptively issuing it a blanket veto before Capcom even tried.
Funny that years later, Shinji Mikami would make Resident Evil ports to Nintendo systems to protest SCEA's pressure to make the game forego 2D prerendered graphics as per their anti 2D stance at the time.
Yeah; unless the staff is interviewed, who knows the full spectrum of reasons. If there's any localization decision which is mind-blowing, it's the 8-bit Strider Hiryu game. Released internationally but NOT in Japan. Still puzzling that one out.
That one is easy, the Japanese release was made first and was on track for release but got cancelled while the overseas versions made it somehow. It happens more often than you'd think at first glance.
Monster Party (NES)
Super Punch Out (SNES, salvaged as a NP release in 1999)
Go Go Cosmo Cops (DS)
CIMA (GBA), until a different publisher picked it 2 years later
Advance Wars: first GBA game and last DS one
Game and Watch Gallery 4: never properly released in JP till the Wii VC
Kid Icarus 2 (GB)
And it happened with a ton of licensed games made by Japanese developers, that understandably are not always able to secure those rights in Japan as well - Darkwing Duck (NES, Capcom), The Adventures of Batman and Robin (SNES, Konami), Shaman King Master of Spirits (GBA, Konami)... Or they get a very late release, like SNES Animaniacs.
The weird thing about Strider Hiryu NES is that it was meant to be a licensed game based on the manga and **promoting** it, not a legit Strider game. It would have made more sense if the game was Japan exclusive instead. Maybe they realized it was a bad look for the game franchise and cancelled it, but the US branch still wanted it (and considering Strider 2, they weren't that worried about the IP image) - or they wanted to cut their losses and fill an empty release quarter.
It is weird to think that this came from the same company that made the Breath of Fire franchise. Despite both being RPGs, they are nothing alike!