Since my last blog post, our group has undergone a slight restructuring, which resulted in Ronove passing on the role of project manager to me. I am honoured to be able to lead the project, and pledge to ensure that everyone will have the best experience they can with Higanbana.
Anyway, with the translation at 94% complete, this is an exciting time for us, and we hope you're all excited too. We understand that some of you simply can't wait to read The Second Night, which is why we're happy to announce the Second Night beta programme. By participating in the programme, you will be one of the first to experience the Second Night patch. Don't worry, we'll have done some testing of ourselves beforehand, so we don't expect major problems with it. Even so, if you do find issues, you will be able to let us know about them before the patch is officially released.
Please note that only a limited number of beta applicants will be accepted, so the sooner you apply, the better.
Click here to apply for the beta programme!
By the way, we know a lot of you have been asking about how you can get hold of the original Japanese versions of Higanbana. We used to have links to websites that sold it in the sidebar, but sadly they all seem to have run out of stock by now. We would like to see Higanbana available to everyone who wants it though, so hopefully I'll be able to share exciting news with you regarding that in the not too distant future.
Whether you apply for the beta programme or wait for the official release, I hope you look forward to The Second Night. It's been a wonderful journey working on this project, and the community has made it very much worth it.
I applied, even though I'm not selected, thanks so for for all your effort until that!
ReplyDeleteOh, don't worry. We haven't selected anyone yet. We'll send you an email when translation is complete and the beta version is ready. :-)
DeleteWell, I might as well apply, seeing as I own a copy and would like to support you guys if I can.
ReplyDeleteBut you guys really are great for translating Higanbana, thanks.
I've posted some corrections in the past if you remember ;)
ReplyDeleteYup. The latest version of The First Night features your corrections. We've received your application for the Second Night beta, so we'll let you know when you can get it. :-)
DeleteI applied! I really love this VN and want to help out to make it perfect. ^^
ReplyDeleteI applied and I hope I'm selected! I write and edit, and I was the editor of my school's literary magazine. Plus I know I'll finish it in two days! Thanks a lot for your hard work.
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, pretty much anyone who applies now will be able to participate, until we reach a certain number or we decide to close sign-ups. :-)
DeleteI've applied. I've never done proofreading before, but I'm very good at spotting spelling/grammar errors. I often spot them in eBooks.
ReplyDeleteIt's st_nick5 by the way. Trying to post with my Wordpress account, but when I click "preview", it shows up as "anonymous".
Okay, I've just applied too. Hoping it's not too late. I can't wait for the official release anyway - things are about to heat up in my grad program and I won't have much time to do anything else soon.
ReplyDeleteI do have experience with editing, though, so I hope I'll be able to help a little.
It's not too late. I can't say exactly when the beta patch will be available, but I'll try to get it out to those who have applied soon after the translation is complete.
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