Posts tagged HOBIBOX
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First two arcs of Higurashi available on iTunes App Store
July 29th, 2010, by in Release, Translation
An English version of the first two arcs of Higurashi no Naku Koro ni has just been released by SEAMS on the iTunes App Store and runs on the iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad. The first arc is free to download and the second arc is priced at $3.99. Both apps are classified as “Books” on the iTunes App Store. These apps are ports of the MangaGamer releases of the games and the idea to port the game to iPhone was initiated by HOBIBOX, who handled the licensing aspects of Higurashi for MangaGamer and also publishes cell-phone ports of games in Japan. The Japanese version of Higurashi has been available as an iPhone App of the first arc that is free to download, but arcs after the first one are in-app downloads at 600 yen each.
UPDATE: The current pricing for the first two arcs appears to be promotional pricing until August 15.
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When They Translate
August 2nd, 2009, by in Translation
It appears that MangaGamer will be continuing onwards in their translation of Higurashi no Nakukoro ni without the help of Sonozaki Futago-tachi, according to the twins’ latest post on their blog. However, MangaGamer does seem to be serious about the translation, and has modified their translation workflow for Higurashi. Furthermore, it also appears that the license given to MangaGamer for creating an English translation of Higurashi happens to not be exclusive. Therefore, Sonozaki Futago-tachi will also be continuing their own translation project.
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MangaGamer at Anime Expo 2009
July 7th, 2009, by in Conventions, Translation
MangaGamer had a large presence at Anime Expo this year, starting with a full page ad on the back of the program guide. They also set up a large booth in the exhibition hall, held 3 mini-concerts and held a panel on the third day, where they announced their future plans. Of note was that they announced both Higurashi no Nakukoro ni and SHUFFLE! as future titles.
UPDATE: A tentative release schedule has been posted on Akihabara Channel.