I hate that some gamers are making mods, creating data stolen from other games. These people also generate revenue from Patreon and other sources. I hope this will not become a platform for such pirates to profit.
Microsoft is clearly weak in the Japanese game. If they buy Sega and let Sega take the initiative, I am in favor of a takeover. If Sega's game lineup is included in Game Pass, it will make up for what the Xbox lacks.
The Japanese translation of Alan Wake 1 was excellent. It was dubbed by professional voice actors and every detail was translated properly. Even the bonus book was translated in great detail. I love those days of Microsoft Japan. Yeah, now I have to thank them for just translating the characters in a funny way.
@ParsnipHero Thank you. Xbox in Japan is recovering, but as far as Halo is concerned, its popularity remains down, and I pray for the day when online play will be as comfortable as it was with Halo Reach for Xbox 360.
The great thing about Gears of War was the brotherhood. It's been that way since Gears of War 4. Yeah, it's something that no big American company today can make.
What happened to Conker and Battletoads as a result of lending them to other companies? Microsoft would not be able to control them well with their IP.
Their spirit is great. But isn't there a lack of investment in Xbox in all regions except the US? At least in Japan, Microsoft doesn't seem to be willing to do it.
Store filtering is a desired feature. Until now, there was no way to know if your language was supported. With the recent update, the filtering has been added and is better than ever. However, the database has not kept up with the registration, and more often than not, even if it is supported, it does not appear in the list.
I love Goldeneye. However, I rare play it because it does not include Japanese. Yes, there is no Japanese in Rare Replay. Even though Rare games were popular in Japan. I think this is the reason why Xbox is not popular in Japan.
@TheSimulator He joined Halo again after Halo Infinite went down in flames, so he wasn't involved in Halo 4, Halo 5 or Halo Wars 2. Halo Infinite also joined after the postponement announcement.
I wish Rare would make a Halo spin-off once. They may not be good at serious FPS, but they could make a groove like the classic Halo campaign that I loved with a sense of humor.
@NEStalgia Last year's top 10 video game sales in Japan included games other than Pokémon.
1 - Pokemon Scarlet Violet 2 - Splatoon 3 3 - Pokemon Legends Arceus 4 - Kirby and the forgotten Land 5 - Nintendo Switch Sports 6 - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 7 - Minecraft 8 - Mrio Party Super Stars 9 - Smash Bros Ultimate 10 - Elden Ring
Interestingly, Microsoft Japan has higher sales than Sony Interactive Entertainment. This is almost entirely due to sales of the Switch version of Minecraft.
Advertising in Japan equals zero. Yes, 90% of game stores do not have an Xbox section. (There may be a used Xbox 360 section) Can it be reduced any further?
Sonic Generations is the best to play now. Adventure and Adventure 2 are also great, but the games are rough. Sonic Unleashed is great for the daytime part. But most of the gameplay is painful.
In Japan, this title was released on Game Pass, then the Japanese language was removed as the domestic PS5 version was released a year later; after the PS5 version was released, Japanese updates were also available on Steam and Xbox. This is a very unreasonable game title.
343 Industries continues to be incompetent despite being given ample time and budget. The top management should be changed. Now. How can Bonnie Ross continue to be in that position?
I would love to be able to select the Xbox One X version for my Smart Delivery compatible titles, being able to boot right off my USB HDD would be great.
Overwatch has also removed the Japanese language from the Xbox version only. As long as this problem continues, it will be difficult for Xbox to become popular in Japan.
His knowledge seems to stop in 2004. If we are talking about the Japanese gaming industry, we should know that some Western games such as Apex Legends and OverWatch are growing in popularity.
There is nothing wrong with making alterations from the original work. It is a new show. However, there are too many changes that make no sense and are not respectful.
All 343 Industries executives should be fired. They are not doing a decent job while being given the right to have one of the most famous games at their disposal.
There are some great parts of Halo now, but I have to wonder if this is the extent of it, given the huge budget given to them.
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Re: It's Finally Time! Baldur's Gate 3 Is Available Now For Xbox Series X|S
@ZYDIO Really cold. This is the reason why Xbox is not selling well in Japan, and I hope Xbox will improve.
Re: It's Finally Time! Baldur's Gate 3 Is Available Now For Xbox Series X|S
Again, not sold in Japan Stores. Will the day come when Xbox games will be sold in Japan?
Re: Bethesda's New Update For Skyrim Reintroduces Paid Mods Under 'Creations' Banner
I hate that some gamers are making mods, creating data stolen from other games. These people also generate revenue from Patreon and other sources. I hope this will not become a platform for such pirates to profit.
Re: Four Years Since Its Announcement, Rare Continues To Hire For Everwild
Rare says that three development teams were matched during the 64 era. There should also be a team to create a classic IP.
Re: SEGA Exec Responds Once Again To Idea Of Potential Xbox Acquisition
Microsoft is clearly weak in the Japanese game. If they buy Sega and let Sega take the initiative, I am in favor of a takeover.
If Sega's game lineup is included in Game Pass, it will make up for what the Xbox lacks.
Re: Alan Wake 2 Seemingly Struggled To Make An Impact On Xbox In October
The Japanese translation of Alan Wake 1 was excellent. It was dubbed by professional voice actors and every detail was translated properly. Even the bonus book was translated in great detail. I love those days of Microsoft Japan.
Yeah, now I have to thank them for just translating the characters in a funny way.
Re: Halo Infinite's Networking Is Being 'Fundamentally Changed' To Address De-Sync Issues
@ParsnipHero Thank you. Xbox in Japan is recovering, but as far as Halo is concerned, its popularity remains down, and I pray for the day when online play will be as comfortable as it was with Halo Reach for Xbox 360.
Re: Halo Infinite's Networking Is Being 'Fundamentally Changed' To Address De-Sync Issues
Since Xbox One, there is no proper Halo matching in Japan. Very slow matchmaking times make it hard to play even if you like the gameplay.
Re: Soapbox: Gears Of War Should Return To Its Horror-Themed 'Mad World' Roots
The great thing about Gears of War was the brotherhood. It's been that way since Gears of War 4. Yeah, it's something that no big American company today can make.
Re: Activision Says Xbox Can 'Take Games In The Library And Remake Them' Post-Acquisition
What happened to Conker and Battletoads as a result of lending them to other companies? Microsoft would not be able to control them well with their IP.
Re: Xbox Is Thrashing The 360 Era In Terms Of Revenue, Says Phil Spencer
Viva Pinata, Dance Central, Banjo-Kazooie, I loved the casual games on Xbox 360, and I think there is still more to do on Xbox today.
Re: Remedy Showcases First Raw Gameplay Trailer For Alan Wake 2
I'm a big fan of the previous game, but if it has PlayStation exclusive content, I won't play it. Yeah, I haven't played Control either.
Re: Age Of Empires 4 Co-Dev Suffers Significant Layoffs Prior To Upcoming Xbox Release
World's Edge should get them. Lately Microsoft seems to be all about co-development and not interested in nurturing developers.
Re: Xbox Is 'Focused' On Finding New Developers Outside Of Well-Known Locations
Their spirit is great. But isn't there a lack of investment in Xbox in all regions except the US?
At least in Japan, Microsoft doesn't seem to be willing to do it.
Re: Alan Wake 2 Will Be Digital-Only On Xbox For 'Many Reasons'
This is not a problem because Xbox game packages are not sold at all in Japan! There's no such thing as an Xbox corner in game stores.
Re: Xbox Store Gets Welcome Browser Update As Part Of Accessibility Improvements
Store filtering is a desired feature. Until now, there was no way to know if your language was supported.
With the recent update, the filtering has been added and is better than ever. However, the database has not kept up with the registration, and more often than not, even if it is supported, it does not appear in the list.
Re: Talking Point: Three Months On, Are You Still Playing GoldenEye 007 On Xbox Game Pass?
I love Goldeneye. However, I rare play it because it does not include Japanese. Yes, there is no Japanese in Rare Replay. Even though Rare games were popular in Japan. I think this is the reason why Xbox is not popular in Japan.
Re: Halo Veteran Joseph Staten Has Announced He Is Leaving Microsoft
@TheSimulator He joined Halo again after Halo Infinite went down in flames, so he wasn't involved in Halo 4, Halo 5 or Halo Wars 2. Halo Infinite also joined after the postponement announcement.
Re: Best Buy Reveals All-New 1TB Storage Card For Xbox Series X|S
I would like an option to disable smart delivery, and if I could save the Xbox One X version on USB, my problem would be solved.
Re: Halo-Themed 'Infinite Depths Collection' Brings Energy Sword & More To Sea Of Thieves
I wish Rare would make a Halo spin-off once. They may not be good at serious FPS, but they could make a groove like the classic Halo campaign that I loved with a sense of humor.
Re: Xbox-Owned Studio Double Fine Seemingly Has Two Projects In The Works
May their games be translated someday. Psychonauts 1 and 2 are not available in Japanese.
Re: Microsoft CEO Suggests ActiBlizz Deal Would Help Xbox 'Compete' In Japan
@NEStalgia
Last year's top 10 video game sales in Japan included games other than Pokémon.
1 - Pokemon Scarlet Violet
2 - Splatoon 3
3 - Pokemon Legends Arceus
4 - Kirby and the forgotten Land
5 - Nintendo Switch Sports
6 - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
7 - Minecraft
8 - Mrio Party Super Stars
9 - Smash Bros Ultimate
10 - Elden Ring
Interestingly, Microsoft Japan has higher sales than Sony Interactive Entertainment. This is almost entirely due to sales of the Switch version of Minecraft.
Re: Xbox Marketing Budget Reportedly 'Reduced' In The Wake Of Microsoft Layoffs
Advertising in Japan equals zero. Yes, 90% of game stores do not have an Xbox section. (There may be a used Xbox 360 section)
Can it be reduced any further?
Re: An Unlikely Halo Game Is Back In The UK Gaming Charts This Week
Halo Wars 2 was abandoned along with serious bugs and unimplemented maps.
I retired Halo Wars 2 with it.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Enjoying 'High On Life' On Xbox Game Pass?
Cannot play because it does not support Japanese.
Please, please support it.
Re: Random: High On Life Includes The Full Versions Of Four Classic Movies
I can't play because Japanese is not supported. I was looking forward to playing this very quirky game, but it's a shame.
Re: Pick One: Which Is The Best 3D Sonic Game To Date?
Sonic Generations is the best to play now.
Adventure and Adventure 2 are also great, but the games are rough.
Sonic Unleashed is great for the daytime part. But most of the gameplay is painful.
Re: PSA: You Should Try 'The Forgotten City' Before It Leaves Xbox Game Pass
In Japan, this title was released on Game Pass, then the Japanese language was removed as the domestic PS5 version was released a year later; after the PS5 version was released, Japanese updates were also available on Steam and Xbox.
This is a very unreasonable game title.
Re: 343 Has 'A Lot' Planned For Halo Infinite Beyond The Winter Update
Considering that we have done almost nothing for the past year, it is a lot of updates no matter what.
Re: 343 Reveals What's Coming To Halo Infinite In Late 2022 & Early 2023
343 Industries continues to be incompetent despite being given ample time and budget.
The top management should be changed. Now. How can Bonnie Ross continue to be in that position?
Re: Digimon Survive Is Out Now On Xbox, And Early Impressions Seem Pretty Good
This game is only available in Japan on Nintendo Switch and PS4, with the Japanese language removed on Xbox and PC.
Re: MultiVersus Is Now Officially Free To Play For Everyone On Xbox
This is not "Everyone".
It is restricted to the Asian region, so Japanese players like me cannot play.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series S Owners, How's Your Storage Looking In 2022?
I would love to be able to select the Xbox One X version for my Smart Delivery compatible titles, being able to boot right off my USB HDD would be great.
Re: Microsoft Renews Trademarks For Rare IP Viva Piñata & Blast Corps
Xbox clearly lacks these family games. They should release more Banjo, Pinata, Crash Bandicoot, etc.
Re: Overwatch 2 Beta Heads To Xbox Later This Month
Overwatch has also removed the Japanese language from the Xbox version only. As long as this problem continues, it will be difficult for Xbox to become popular in Japan.
Re: Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (June 9-12)
I wish Diablo on Xbox and PC would support Japanese.
Re: Xbox Design Lab Is Working On Something Exciting, Apparently
I would like you to start the service in Asia as well, even if it costs a little more for shipping.
Re: Talking Point: Which Is The Most Underrated Xbox Console To Date?
Really wanted to see a groundbreaking Xbox One Kinect game. They are clearly underrated.
Re: Halo Infinite's Head Of Design Leaves 343 Industries
Unless Bonnie Ross and Kiki Wolfkill are gone, Halo's current situation will not change.
Re: Former Xbox Exec Questions Microsoft's Ability To Sell Xbox In Japan
His knowledge seems to stop in 2004.
If we are talking about the Japanese gaming industry, we should know that some Western games such as Apex Legends and OverWatch are growing in popularity.
Re: Even Halo's Co-Creator Isn't Sure Where The Show's 'Inspiration' Is Coming From...
There is nothing wrong with making alterations from the original work. It is a new show.
However, there are too many changes that make no sense and are not respectful.
Re: Former Xbox Employee Joins Bungie As 'Project Lead' For Destiny 2 Expansions
Please someone save 343 Industries and Halo.
Re: It Seems 'Playable Elites' Won't Be Coming To Halo Infinite Anytime Soon
I think I should be able to choose a brute as well.
Re: Halo Infinite Players Share Their 'Disappointment' Over 2022 Roadmap
All 343 Industries executives should be fired. They are not doing a decent job while being given the right to have one of the most famous games at their disposal.
There are some great parts of Halo now, but I have to wonder if this is the extent of it, given the huge budget given to them.
Re: 343 Reportedly Prototyped Halo Infinite As 'PVP And PVE' Hero Shooter
I am interested in the Hero Shooter, even if it is an event.
I do not like the current Halo which is full of Spartans. I want to enjoy diverse aliens.
Re: Digimon Finally Makes Its Long-Awaited Return To Xbox This July
This game will not be released on Xbox in Japan.
Re: Xbox Game Studios Japan Is Working On A 'Truly Groundbreaking Product' For Xbox
I am so glad that Microsoft has turned its attention to Japan again.
The Xbox One was very miserable.
Re: Halo Infinite Dev Admits 'Difficult Situation' In Response To Fan Unrest
343 Industries does not appear to have good board members.
Re: 343 Industries Wasn't 'Proud Of' Halo Infinite Before Delay
Halo Infinite was a good game at launch. But this is a case of continuous updates.
They claim to be a live game, yet we are forced to play a game that has remained largely the same since launch.
Re: Ghostwire: Tokyo Studio Is Developing A 'Completely New Title' At Xbox
There are many things in this game that only the Japanese can understand. Therefore, a low metascore may not be a correct evaluation.