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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 16h

The whole Trails series has had this in waves, particularly the Crossbell duology and Trails through Daybreak.

Outside of that, Symphony of the Night got re-translated for PSP, with a new dub as well. Some games originally loc'd by Working Designs (Lunar, Vay) have also gotten new translations.

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Mato @clydemandelin.bsky.social · 17h

From my book about #Undertale 's official English-to-Japanese translation

I'd like to expand on this for an article on my site, so if you have any examples of "imprinting" situations in fandoms, please let me know

Some quick examples include FF4, FF6, Trails in the Sky, what else?

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GK @ghostkumo.bsky.social · Jul 13

Fuck it. Thread of some of the funniest and most unhinged things I've seen in TF2 chat.

Basil Gaming: "You either piss in the sink or sink in the piss"

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 1d

I'll be hosting a launch stream this Saturday for Ys vs. Trails in the Sky, featuring several voice actors from the game! Check it out @ twitch.tv/schtolteheim!

Featuring Blythe Melin (blythemelin.bsky.social), Emi Lo (kitsunesqueak.bsky.social), and Leona Renee (hatsuu.bsky.social)!

An announcement post for a launch stream for Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga. "Launch stream! Saturday, October 11. 9:00 PST / 16:00 UTC. Featuring: Blythe Melin (Narrator), Emi Lo (Aisha), and Leona Renee (Elk)"

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refint/games @refint.games · 1d

Only 3 days left until Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga launches digitally on 10.10.2025!

Featuring art drawn by River from Studio Pom!

#YsvsTrails #Trails #Falcom #Ys

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VGDensetsu @vgdensetsu.bsky.social · 2d

I wrote a long article about Rieko Kodama, her career at Sega, the evolution of her company, the games she worked on (including some canceled games and/or games for which she is not credited), the status of women and working conditions in the video game industry, etc.
vgdensetsu.net/riekokodama/

Illustration: a portrait of Rieko Kodama with some of the games she has worked on. The dominant colors are yellow, purple and red. Counterclockwise from top left: Rieko Kodama, Alis and Lutz from Phantasy Star, Sonic in a maze, Alex Kidd and his motorbike next to Flicky on a waterfront pier, Joe Musashi and his dog near the Statue of Liberty facing a skyline, the three playable characters from Golden Axe seen from behind on the edge of a cliff, and one of the flying ships from Skies of Arcadia.

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 2d

Heck yeah! Love to see there's an official shop now

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refint/games @refint.games · 2d

refint/games ✕ Bracer Guild!

To celebrate the English release of Ys vs. Trails, @bracerguild.bsky.social is offering 5 lucky winners two art prints from their catalog!

Follow both accounts and reply below to enter!
Share what excites you for Ys vs Trails!

#YsvsTrails #Falcom

Bracer Guild Shop @bracerguild.bsky.social · 4d

Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga comes to the west Oct. 10th by @refint.games!

To celebrate, we're releasing a special lineup of 18x24 inch premium matte art prints related to the game!

Multiple designs, limited quantities, grab your favorite before they're gone!

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Guan @gu4n.bsky.social · 10d

On behalf of the entire team, I'm excited to announce the launch of the Falcom Wiki! 🎉

A fan-driven, ad-free resource dedicated to documenting the worlds, characters, and history of Nihon Falcom.

Come take a look, and help us grow the archive:
falcom.wiki

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 13d

Awful, awful news. I had the pleasure of working with him on Trails Through Daybreak, and now I wish I'd gotten to talk with him just a little more.

Rest easy. My thoughts are with him, Robin, and their families.

AndyAML @andyaml.bsky.social · 13d

Absolutely devastated by this news. SpaceDrake was no doubt a huge influence in drumming up interest for Japanese indie games localized into English and pushing for them on digital distribution storefronts like steam. Huge loss. Might be time for another playthrough of Recettear in his honour.

A tweet from Robin Light-Williams (@BlondRobin) stating the following: Hello to anyone reading this. I am Robin Light-Williams, formerly lead translator for Carpe Fulgur. I am very sorry to announce that my friend and business partner Andrew Dice, @SpaceDrakeCF, has passed away. Pursuant to that, Carpe Fulgur will be ceasing operations.

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AndyAML @andyaml.bsky.social · 13d

Absolutely devastated by this news. SpaceDrake was no doubt a huge influence in drumming up interest for Japanese indie games localized into English and pushing for them on digital distribution storefronts like steam. Huge loss. Might be time for another playthrough of Recettear in his honour.

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refint/games @refint.games · 16d

A deep dive into the technical side of bringing Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga to modern platforms!

From porting hurdles to remastering upgrades, see how we made it all work!

Check it out here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/179...

#YsvsTrails #Falcom #Ys #Trails

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 16d

Part of me feels like Silksong being $20 has just undeservedly shifted game pricing discourse onto indie devs instead of the AAA megacorps pushing $80-100 for their titles.

Team Cherry could afford to sell Silksong for $20 because they knew it would sell millions. Very few devs have that luxury.

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 20d

My BOY

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refint/games @refint.games · 20d

Only 22 days left until Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga launches digitally on 10.10.2025!

Featuring art drawn by River from Studio Pom!

#YsvsTrails #Trails #Falcom #Ys

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GK @ghostkumo.bsky.social · 22d

The funniest fantasy pick I've ever made

GhostKumo - Drafting Chicago Bears Defense at 5th overall in Sleeper Fantasy

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 22d

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refint/games @refint.games · 23d

Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga Gameplay Showcase: Aisha and Mishera!🔥

A mirror match of style and strength, pushing both fighters to the limit. Releases 10.10.2025!

Cast:
Aisha – @kitsunesqueak.bsky.social
Mishera – @amberleeconnors.bsky.social

#YsvsTrails #Falcom #Ys #Trails

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sincx @sincx.music · Aug 18

9+ minutes of FM prog coming right up ~

written for @resonantunion.bsky.social's new FM album, Resonance Modulation!

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 27d

Only five more Fridays until Go Fight Friday...

Now Naptec can kick my ass in HD!

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Joe @tokujoe.bsky.social · Sep 2

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Schtolteheim @schtolteheim.bsky.social · 27d

Kloe knows what's up, Olha support is goated

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refint/games @refint.games · 27d

The countdown begins! ⏰⚔️

Only 29 days until Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga launches digitally on 10.10.2025.

Adventurers and Bracers, are you ready for the clash?

Featuring cute chibi illustration by _sukupu
from Studio Pom!

#YsvsTrails #Ys #Trails #Falcom

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refint/games @refint.games · 27d

Mark your calendars... 10.10.2025!

The Ys vs. Trails is real!

Featuring a special illustration of Michel, Adol, and Estelle by Studio Pom

Play it on all these platforms!

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refint/games @refint.games · 27d

The wait is over! 🎉

Ys vs Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga launches digitally on 10.10.2025! ⚔️

Heroes from Ys and Trails collide in fast-paced battles with story, action, and fantasy like never before.

#YsvsTrails #Ys #Trails #Falcom

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