Because it was a Japan-exclusive release, the original game featured Japanese menus and player names. However, the legendary "English Version" patches and translations—often found in the "Deluxe" or "HCK" editions—unlocked the game for a global audience. These fan-translated versions didn't just translate text; they often added: Real Player Names:
Most players experience this today via emulation (ePSXe, DuckStation, or RetroArch). To get the "English version," look for community patches that translate the BIN/ISO file. This will ensure you can navigate the tactics menus and enjoy the game as if it had received a proper Western localization. winning eleven 2002 ps1 english version