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gaming1 year ago

"Mother Creator Urges Fans to Lobby Nintendo for Western Release of Mother 3"

Mother 3, the cult classic RPG game, was announced for release on Nintendo Switch Online in Japan, sparking disappointment among Western fans. Series creator Shigesato Itoi urged fans to direct their requests to Nintendo, while former Nintendo boss Reggie Fils-Aimé also clarified that the decision was not his. The game's lack of Western release has been attributed to challenges in translating its unique writing style and themes, but fans remain eager to experience the third installment of the beloved series.

via Eurogamer.net|
#gaming#mother-3#nintendo
gaming1 year ago

"Unlocking Mother 3: Navigating Nintendo's Localization for International Fans"

Mother 3, the 2006 Game Boy Advance title, has been re-released in Japan on the Switch Online service, sparking renewed discussion about its absence in the West. Series creator Shigesato Itoi has directed requests for localization to Nintendo, while former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé has also commented on the matter. Despite fan-created translation patches, the decision ultimately rests with Nintendo, leaving the game's potential Western release uncertain.

via Nintendo Life|
#gaming#localization#mother-3
gaming1 year ago

"Mother 3 Finally Available on Nintendo Switch Online, Exclusively in Japan"

Mother 3 is set to be added to Nintendo Switch Online, but only in Japan, with no mention of a Western release. The highly anticipated RPG has never received an official translation in North America, despite the cult popularity of its predecessor, Earthbound. Series creator Shigesato Itoi expressed his desire for the game to be available in the U.S., but Nintendo's decision not to localize it was based on business needs at the time. The first two Mother games are already available on Nintendo Switch Online in the West in officially translated form.

via IGN|
#gaming#japan#mother-3
gaming1 year ago

"Mother 3 Finally Available on Nintendo Switch Online, Exclusively in Japan"

Mother 3 is finally coming to Nintendo Switch, but for now, it's a Japan-only release, leaving Western fans disappointed. Scheduled to drop on Nintendo's subscription service in 2024, the 2006 Game Boy Advance title has long been sought after by fans outside of Japan. Those with a Japanese Nintendo Account will be able to access the game, but English-speaking fans will need to wait for a potential Western release.

via Nintendo Life|
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gaming2 years ago

Nintendo's Consideration of Mother 3 Translation: Earthbound Creator Reveals Complexity

Shigesato Itoi, the creator of Earthbound and Mother 3, has revealed in a new documentary that he has discussed the possibility of a Mother 3 translation with Nintendo. While he expressed his desire for people in the U.S. to play the game, he also stated that he considers it a closed chapter in his life and is reluctant to work on the project himself. The decision not to localize Mother 3 has been attributed to Nintendo's business needs and situation at the time. However, fans continue to hope for a worldwide English release.

via IGN|
#earthbound#gaming#localization
gaming2 years ago

Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" May Prevent Release of Nintendo's JRPG in the West

A lawyer has explained that the reason why the beloved JRPG Mother 3 will most likely never see a Western release in its current form is due to copyright infringement in its music, which would fall afoul of current music copyright laws. The game's music features countless musical references throughout its soundtrack, including to the Batman theme, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Baby Elephant Walk, and even Beethoven. Mother 3's music is so integral to the game that it would be theoretically impossible for it to release in the West without changing its musical references, which would be a likely expensive process.

via Gamesradar|
#copyright-infringement#gaming#jrpg
gaming2 years ago

Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" May Prevent Release of Nintendo's JRPG in the West

Mother 3, the elusive JRPG, is unlikely to ever see a Western release due to copyright infringement issues with its music, which references various popular songs and themes. The lawsuit filed by Marvin Gaye's family against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams over their song "Blurred Lines" set a precedent that a musical 'feel' can be copyrighted, making it impossible for Mother 3 to release in the West without changing its music. This is a blow to fans who have been waiting for over a decade for a Western release of the game.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
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