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Lori

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Posted 1477833310	Reply with quote #501

Amnesia Later x Crowd is definitely in my top wants for English localization. I hope we get more otome titles eventually. ^^ Really happy about those 4 titles being announced though!!

Eri

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Posted 1478835513 · Edited	Reply with quote #502

Hakuouki Shinkai is being localized: Link

Mizuhime

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Posted 1478852923	Reply with quote #503

Thank you so much, Idea Factory!! For supporting the otome genre and bringing Hakuouki Shinkai to the west! Finally I can get my route with Shinpachi! I'm really looking forward to next year with all that wonderful otome!

PlateauFlower

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Posted 1478861097 · Edited	Reply with quote #504

Quote: Originally Posted by Eri Hakuouki Shinkai is being localized: Link Was this the only otome game they said they were localising? I can't actually find a full list of the press event atm, but maybe that's because I just haven't looked hard enough lol Hmm, in my honest opinion, I'm kind of disappointed that they decided to localise Shinkai. I would have prefered SSL or maybe a different franchise. I wasn't really a big fan of the whole historical side of the narrative (But that's sort of a moot point as that's the WHOLE POINT of the game XD) and the fact that Chikage's route (who was my favourite ;n; ) was dull and pretty much a complete copy of the common route at best. (Come on, the difference between the common route and Chikage's route should not be one option at the end, guys.) Oh, and also the fact that the MC did little to nothing throughout the whole game except gasp behind the safety of her man (Didn't she know how to use that small sword thing? I understand that mightn't be all that useful in battle, but she was there for ages, wasn't she? And she learned no defence tactics at all? None that would at least buy her enough time to run away?) Unless they intend on changing the story for some of the routes? Give others a reason to buy it a second time aside from the new graphics/ three (?) new characters? Ugh, I don't know. I'll still buy it, and I don't wish to rain on anyone's parade (If you're excited for it then I'm happy for you! ) but I was really hoping for Amnesia or a new franchise. Oh well. Maybe next year.

lawraWeltreich

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Posted 1478884957	Reply with quote #505

Quote: Originally Posted by PlateauFlower Unless they intend on changing the story for some of the routes? Give others a reason to buy it a second time aside from the new graphics/ three (?) new characters? it's not just 3 new characters, is 6 new routes. that's pretty much a whole new game, since the base game originally had 6 routes. __________________ - lawraWeltreich

Greed

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Posted 1479041092	Reply with quote #506

prayer hands emoji __________________ ☆Wishlist☆ Amnesia: V Edition [GET!]; Code:Realize [GET!]; Hakuouki Shinkai (Vita); Hakuoki SSL (Vita); Uta no Prince-sama (PSP/Vita); Collar x Malice (Vita); Black Wolves Saga (PC); Ken ga Kimi (PC/Vita); K Wonderful School Days (Vita); Arcana Famgilia -Ancora (Vita); Binary Star (Vita); Beyond The Future -Fix The Time Arrows- (PS/PS3); ???

TenshiEffect

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Posted 1479083009	Reply with quote #507

Like Lawra has said, there's six new routes. So, there's a total of 12 routes now. Quote: Originally Posted by TenshiEffect

PlateauFlower

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Posted 1479127783	Reply with quote #508

Quote: Originally Posted by TenshiEffect Like Lawra has said, there's six new routes. So, there's a total of 12 routes now. Yeah, I looked it up afterwards (I wasn't exactly sure if there were three or more new routes haha) and that's better value, although can anyone tell me if the side stories are on shinkai? (Uh, I think they were called memories or something?) I never actually got the chance to finish them

Cora

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Posted 1479366984	Reply with quote #509

For me, the original Hakuouki was close to perfect and I don't exactly need a remake. However, it does seem to have a lot of new content, and I'm curious how they handle the new characters (e.g. Sakamoto Ryouma was assassinated in history--and halfway through the original game--and this was a pretty big plot point). I'll probably buy it as a new way to experience the story. Yes, I would've preferred a new IP like Clock Zero or Psychedelica or (impossible dream) another go at Beastmaster, but I'm glad IFI is still localizing otome games, and Shinkai is a decent choice for both old Hakuouki fans and newcomers (so long as they integrate the new material well with the old).

Lehst

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Posted 1481132456	Reply with quote #510

Looking forward to Kazama's expanded route, and Sanan's route. I didn't expect to ever play this to be honest. I totally wanted it; I just assumed Iffy was done with Otomate in the west, with how mishandled Amnesia seemed to be (piracy, last minute LE, digital only.) And Aksys moved on to new IP's (which is super great <3.) But Hakuouki series outsold every other Otomate IP by A LOT, so it is surely considered a "safe choice". I personally don't want to see SSL at all really. The art was so blah. At least the Yone-copycat-artists are better now, so Shinkai's new CG's look pretty good. I believe the writers for Hakuouki care very much about this series, based on what I've read, and likely took great care in doing this expanded reboot. But I am just making a basic assumption, and hoping for the best. ^^ I saw some Japanese gameplay and can't wait to hear more. I love the voice actors~ >w< __________________

Meau94

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Posted 1484048139	Reply with quote #511

Amnesia Crowd/Later and Diabolik Lovers. I really want to read these visual novels sob

Rabbit_heart

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Posted 1484370094	Reply with quote #512

Mangagamer are now having their annual licensing survey. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyzlL5dYfJwRAuSfOl0koYZiz9KWyE0XRl3-fMRA2Fv6UwNg/viewform More otome please!

Zoe25

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Posted 1485506473	Reply with quote #513

Quote: Originally Posted by TenshiEffect Like Lawra has said, there's six new routes. So, there's a total of 12 routes now. I'm really excited for the new Hakuoki remake, but I was wondering if anybody knew for sure that both parts of Shinkai will be released? I know that they split the original game into two games, and the one coming out this spring is most likely the first one set before they leave Kyoto (Kaze no Shou). Does that mean they're planning on releasing part two (Hana no Shou) soon after? I really was hoping they could release them together Or at least let us know that they intend to localize the second part at some point so that we aren't all stuck on a cliffhanger for a long time.

Fynn

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Posted 1486046230	Reply with quote #514

Quote: Originally Posted by Zoe25 I'm really excited for the new Hakuoki remake, but I was wondering if anybody knew for sure that both parts of Shinkai will be released? I know that they split the original game into two games, and the one coming out this spring is most likely the first one set before they leave Kyoto (Kaze no Shou). Does that mean they're planning on releasing part two (Hana no Shou) soon after? I really was hoping they could release them together Or at least let us know that they intend to localize the second part at some point so that we aren't all stuck on a cliffhanger for a long time. They repeatedly said on facebook that the second part would follow soon after the first one. So I'm pretty sure it's coming, and (hopefully) we won't have to wait too long for it :3 __________________

halucinari

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Posted 1487523976	Reply with quote #515

Oh my god, I would be so excited if Amnesia Later/Crowd was localized. Those two are definitely at the top of my wishlist. Amnesia was a day 1 purchase for me and I purchased it a second time later as a gift to my sister. Clock Zero also looks really interesting. I would love to see that, too, along with Diabolik Lovers and Wand of Fortune. Let's be honest though, I would be excited for any otome game Idea Factory released, and I'm already so excited for the four that are coming out this year. I'm really hoping that they go back to Amnesia though, because I would love to revisit those characters!

1millionhugs

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Posted 1491329606	Reply with quote #516

I would really love to see Gakuen K and Binary Star localized tbh, I know I'm probably in the minority but those are at the top of my list 😱

Rabbit_heart

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Posted 1492755490	Reply with quote #517

Collar X Malice is up on Amazon for pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B06ZXY6JGF/812463-20/ It's listed for July 28th

Eri

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Posted 1495387649 · Edited	Reply with quote #518

Quote: Originally Posted by Rabbit_heart Collar X Malice is up on Amazon for pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B06ZXY6JGF/812463-20/ It's listed for July 28th Adding to this! The release date is set for Summer 2017, so July 28th might be a placeholder date for now. Amazon does alert you on any possible delays, though, so pre-ordering won't hurt. Aside from Amazon, it's also now up for pre-order on: GameStop VGP (currently has free worldwide shipping promo!) VGP also happens to have Norn9 & Code: Realize for 22.04USD. I'm super excited for Collar x Malice! <3

Eylena

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Posted 1495559297 · Edited	Reply with quote #519

Hakuouki Kyoto Winds... pretty sure the part two will be announced soon but man imagine if they're localizing the ps4 version too that will be a low blow but I imagine they aren't skipping out on Code:Rea PS4 either... gotta sell the milk cows. Not to mention latest HKK is a remake, we already had it once, yeah yeah Hakuouki sells to the point I don't need to buy it personally, I get it and all that jazz no need to explain but I do not like playing the same games over and over and over again. Please Iffy or Aksys pick up the games in the psychedelica series(Black Butterfly&Hawk) and maybe Yuukyuu no Tierblade, heck Shiro to Kuro no Alice seems good to me but if they don't and only focus on the cashcows I may lose all fate in them. If all else fails I will just start importing again ignoring the localization scene all together which I am partly already doing (Period Cube/Hkk-remake)the former wasn't to my tastes and already played HKK and was content with ps3 ver. (Yeah I am someone that doesn't buy all that releases deal with it) There's so many wonderful otome out there that don't get to shine and some will never get localized, if Iffy is reading this please just take the psychedelica series, yuukyuu no tierblade and Shiro to Kuro no Alice into consideration, Shiro to Kuro is even the closest thing to dialover but thankfully is a lot tamer so that would be taking two birds in one stone.

Eri

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Posted 1495561827	Reply with quote #520

@Eylena: Since the Vita isn't getting much love westward, I wouldn't be surprised if Vita comes out as digital only whereas PS4 is physical in regards to the Code: Realize FD. I really hope not, since I don't own a PS4 (yet) but there is an untapped audience on the PS4, so having Code: Realize release there too isn't bad. Especially since nowadays, it's tougher to find Vita systems and/or PSTV systems that are at MSRP. Unless Sony comes out with a new, upgraded Vita, some otome games may start to migrate to PS4. I understand why Iffy picked up Kyoto Winds, as opposed to picking a new IP. Hakuouki is an established series with an established, devoted fanbase. It's popular and will sell, and after the chaos with Amnesia: Memories, I think Iffy is looking for another chance to test otome waters. Aksys has had decent success, but this is Iffy's second go at an otome, and Amnesia did have quite a few issues surrounding it (including the piracy one) so it makes sense for them to go to a well-established series that works, as opposed to try something that might fail. Also, if anyone tries to convince you or harass you into purchasing all the otome releases: don't give in, and ignore them. If you don't like the art, story, or anything else, you shouldn't be obligated to buy it just to show support. It's your money, so you should definitely spend it as you like and vote with your wallet.

PlateauFlower

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Posted 1495579766	Reply with quote #521

Hmm, I'm not too sure if I'll buy Hakuoki until the second part comes as well, because I'd prefer to play it all in one go; but I'm not really sure if I'd really like otome's being ported to the PS4. I like the portability on the Vita, and I kind of hate playing dating sims on a home console; it seems kind of clunky, considering they were made for portable consoles. I'm also not really sure that the Vita is a "dying console" as there's still quite a few games coming out for it, albeit not in stores, but physical games are still pretty common. I don't think we should all forecast doom and gloom for the Vita just yet, especially when it's still pretty popular in Japan 😂

Eri

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Posted 1495582419	Reply with quote #522

@PlateauFlower: The Vita definitely isn't a "dying console" but it is a neglected one, as far as Sony support goes. There's publishers that still release games for it, like Aksys and Iffy, but what I'm saying is I wouldn't be surprised if there's more ports to PS4, or games that have releases for Vita AND PS4. Especially since it's hard to get a new Vita for MSRP, at least here where I live, so tapping into the PS4 market is a good strategy since not everyone owns a Vita. Also, considering mobile games are really big in Japan, and that the PSP also lived longer than in the west over there, I'm not surprised the Vita is popular in Japan. I just wish some of those Vita recolors would make it over here.

Eri

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Posted 1495670673	Reply with quote #523

Sites like Amazon and GameStop have updated Collar x Malice. The cover artwork looks so nice! The release dates remain unchanged, but the site still says Summer 2017.

Eri

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Posted 1495729340 · Edited	Reply with quote #524

More places to pre-order Collar x Malice: NewEgg - they also have it as releasing 7/28/2017. Aksys Store

Eri

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Posted 1495917040	Reply with quote #525

Small update: checking the Aksys store, the Collar x Malice banner says July 28. Might be confirmation, but the website still just says Summer 2017.

PlateauFlower

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Posted 1495937444	Reply with quote #526

Can whoever is posting those really long weird lists please stop? It makes the page really long, and has absolutely nothing to do with the topic at hand. I don't know if reporting comments is a thing, but yeah. Anyway, can someone please fill me in on Hakuoki Shinkai? Apparently its only half a game or something? How exactly does that work? Because if that's true, I'd rather by both parts all at once, and I'll be able to put Hakuoki on the backburner for the moment.

Fynn

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Posted 1496251590 · Edited	Reply with quote #527

Quote: Originally Posted by PlateauFlower Anyway, can someone please fill me in on Hakuoki Shinkai? Apparently its only half a game or something? How exactly does that work? Because if that's true, I'd rather by both parts all at once, and I'll be able to put Hakuoki on the backburner for the moment. Yes, it's split in half, like it was in Japan, before the beginning of the edo arc (aka when the guys begin to change into western clothing). The second part of the game has already been announced by IFI (Appearantly the name is Edo Blossoms), but we don't know when it's going to be released. I think you will be able to choose which route you want to play in the menu of the 2nd part - but I'm not 100% sure >_< @Eri: Thanks for the find :3 Really Excited for CxM, and it does seem to be the (planned) release date. __________________

dqueen17

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Posted 1499452971	Reply with quote #528

I really want Hakuoki Sweet School life and CLOCK ZERO EX TIME So freaking bad. I really hope someone localizes this. I am also still salty we aren't getting Beastmaster and prince! I also hope KBO will be localized by spike chunsoft or aksys!

Fynn

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Posted 1499795466	Reply with quote #529

Quote: Originally Posted by dqueen17 I really want Hakuoki Sweet School life and CLOCK ZERO EX TIME So freaking bad. I really hope someone localizes this. I am also still salty we aren't getting Beastmaster and prince! I also hope KBO will be localized by spike chunsoft or aksys! I agree 100%! Really want Clock Zero and SSL. But I'd really like to see the norn9 FD too XD So happy about Aksys Announcements from AX <3 I'm still a bit sad about the cancelled IFI Panel, but I do hope that we're getting good news soon. Even if it's only the Release Window for Shinkai 2. Also KBO - I still have hope >_< __________________

rurunikiri

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Posted 1500412338 · Edited	Reply with quote #530

Well atleast we're getting both psychedelica games,7'scarlet and code realize ps4 port. I love how aksys picks the more story/mystery centered otome games. Regarding clock zero, I doubt its going to happen first of all I believe its due to the system in the common route there's this part where you have to select kanji to answer a question and I don't think this part can be translated into english very well due to it being stuck on a clockwork wheel(not impossible but requires work). Also slight themes of paedophillia because she's a child in the body of an adult in the other half of the game, she missed like x years of her life due to a skip too.eyeroll I think its best to give up on this the story may be good as a whole but that's not enough. If they're going to localize any other game let it be Shinobi koi utsutsu to take a break from all these story heavy games, tierblade would be great as well.

Rabbit_heart

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Posted 1502010753	Reply with quote #531

I still think Clock Zero has a chance (even if it's a slight one) Other games containing bigger complications have been localized. Anyway, I love the otome line-up we have for next year!

rurunikiri

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Posted 1502908042 · Edited	Reply with quote #532

What bigger complications though? I have yet to see an english otome vn game with a system mechanic such as CZ or others localized. All of aksys's work seems to have been normal and little effort required they wanted to do SSL but probably realized its going to be difficult cuz minigames http://www.otomate.jp/hakuoki/ssl/#/system look at screen shot 3 UNDER MINIGAME to realize its a no go. Aksys said the same thing about wanting to so kenka bancho otome but look at the system of choosing ''words'' to shout at opponent, to me this sounds like the same excuse as with SSL of we want to but we can't really do it now so its up to spike to force us. Psychedelica of BB only had a simple shooting minigame... which doesn't seem have stuff that provides a challenge to turn into english. Who knows what's next let's just be grateful for what we have now its a lot more than we could ask for, I don't want to be pessimistic but some releases just require more work so the simple ones will come first.

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