Dear Reader:
Retro Game Challenge - localization details, and hope for the sequel, and still no confirmation of Fraglie localization
A portion of a Siliconera interview with Kenji Hosoi, Localization Manager at XSEED…
S: Did Xseed keep any references to the TV show or were they removed?
KH: There weren’t too many references that were noticeable. However, any small references like “Arino Kacho” and the TV show’s Assistant Director’s name like “Tojima” were taken out. We had to completely rewrite the opening of the game since it was based off of the plot of the TV show, only because we didn’t think many players would understand the reference.
S: It’s not out in Japan yet, but what are your thoughts on Game Center CX 2?
KH: We did some simple research on it a while back and it looks like an awesome game, doesn’t it?
I think it all depends on how well Retro Game Challenge does for us. If Retro Game Challenge does well in the US then we will definitely be interested in trying to bring over Game Center CX 2.
S: Is Xseed looking at any other Namco Bandai games? They have lots of titles in their vault that could fit into Xseed’s line up like Fragile: Farewell to the Moon and the Summon Night DS games.
KH: We’re looking into anything that looks good and fun to play. If we do get lucky and are able to publish the titles you mentioned, you’ll definitely hear it in our press releases or email blasts so stay tuned!