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It's time to announce some otome games, Idea Factory International!
Idea Factory International is scheduled to have their first ever press event sometime next month, and I'm crossing everything that can be crossed in hopes that they announce an otome game localization...
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Quick and Easy Light Box Tutorial for Bloggers
One of the things I struggle most with when coming up with content for Chic Pixel is photos. I'm by no means a pro photographer, but at the very least, my previous apartment was blessed with great...
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English Version of Visual Novel Studio TyranoBuilder to Launch Next Week
Who doesn't love a good visual novel? English speakers are slowly catching on to what might my favorite video game genre, one that focuses on text-heavy narratives and "choose your own adventure"-like...
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Amazon Japan Trick: How to Import Manga for Super Cheap
Amazon Japan can be a little intimidating for importing Japanese products, but it's also has some of the best deals on books and manga. On top of that, recent decrease in its international shipping...
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April 2015 is Yuji Naka Month!
If there's one classic game series that I know next to nothing about, it'd be Sonic. But while my actual experience with the games may be lacking, I am more than aware of the impact they've had on the...
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Introducing my latest localization project, Fantastic Boyfriends: Legends of...
I've alluded on Twitter to the fact that I've been working on a very exciting project over the past couple of months, but now I can finally share what it is. I'm assisting with the translation and...
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This Q-Pot x Sailor Moon collaboration is everything I've ever wanted
I'm not usually very savvy when it comes to things like high-end jewelry and cosmetics, but Q-Pot has always been on my radar for their amazing sweets-inspired collections. But since the vast majority...
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It’s time to announce some otome games, Idea Factory International!
Idea Factory International is scheduled to have their first ever press event sometime next month, and I’m crossing everything that can be crossed in hopes that they announce an otome game localization...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Quick and Easy Light Box Tutorial for Bloggers
One of the things I struggle most with when coming up with content for Chic Pixel is photos. I’m by no means a pro photographer, but at the very least, my previous apartment was blessed with great...
View ArticleClik here to view.
English Version of Visual Novel Studio TyranoBuilder to Launch Next Week
Who doesn’t love a good visual novel? English speakers are slowly catching on to what might my favorite video game genre, one that focuses on text-heavy narratives and “choose your own adventure”-like...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Amazon Japan Trick: How to Import Manga for Super Cheap
Amazon Japan can be a little intimidating for importing Japanese products, but it’s also has some of the best deals on books and manga. On top of that, recent decrease in its international shipping...
View ArticleClik here to view.
April 2015 is Yuji Naka Month!
If there’s one classic game series that I know next to nothing about, it’d be Sonic. But while my actual experience with the games may be lacking, I am more than aware of the impact they’ve had on the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Introducing my latest localization project, Fantastic Boyfriends: Legends of...
I’ve alluded on Twitter to the fact that I’ve been working on a very exciting project over the past couple of months, but now I can finally share what it is. I’m assisting with the translation and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
This Q-Pot x Sailor Moon collaboration is everything I’ve ever wanted
I’m not usually very savvy when it comes to things like high-end jewelry and cosmetics, but Q-Pot has always been on my radar for their amazing sweets-inspired collections. But since the vast majority...
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Rejoice! Otome game Amnesia: Memories is coming out in English
That’s right, Amnesia: Memories, one of the most requested otome games by the English community, is actually getting localized! I take back everything I said in my slightly scathing article about Idea...
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Apricotsushi Shops: Sailor Moon Merchandise
Welcome to Apricotsushi Shops, a new series where I highlight cool Japanese products I’ve found in my travels and the all items I’m currently pining over on my wishlist! Sometimes I’ll focus on a...
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Charmixy: Witch Academy is the cutest Kickstarter game I’ve seen yet
I’m so glad Tess Young, creator of Charmixy: Witch Academy, approached me about covering the game’s Kickstarter campaign, because otherwise I might’ve missed out on this adorable mobile title!...
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Apricotsushi Reviews: Jlist Snack Subscription
Jlist is one of the go-to sites for Japanese snacks, anime/manga merchandise, video games, and more for folks living outside of Japan. It makes sense, then, that as Japanese snack subscription...
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Code: Realize English version on the way courtesy of Aksys Games
It’s raining otome games! First, Idea Factory International announced plans to release Amnesia: Memories for PS Vita and Steam this August, and now Aksys Games is following up with another Otomate...
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Community Game-Along: Play Visual Novels in May!
A new month means a new Community Game-Along theme, and this year, May is all about visual novels! We’ve had a ton of great otome game visual novel announcements recently, and while romance definitely...
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