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AlexiaCarcera · 2010-11-29, 02:36

Actually, now that I think about it, maybe pre orders -CAN'T- be sold out? Maybe all the websites hosting pre orders contact 07th Expansion and tell him how many extra games/etc he needs to make after pre orders are finished, and that's how it works?

EDIT:
I received another email, seems like if you order you will get 3 emails:

1.) confirming order
2.) order info

or something like that. And then Early January you get a 3rd which requires payment. Just posting for future reference and such.

crazysjd89 · 2010-11-29, 03:00

Don't take my word on it, but I'd imagine that the business will pre-order a certain amount based on how much business they think they'd get.

Although, I'd also imagine it'd be a bit more difficult to get sold out on pre-orders then everyone thinks, since they probably also order some to have in stock for people who want to buy from them after pre-orders.

xBTAx · 2010-11-29, 07:08

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Originally Posted by AlexiaCarcera

Actually, now that I think about it, maybe pre orders -CAN'T- be sold out? Maybe all the websites hosting pre orders contact 07th Expansion and tell him how many extra games/etc he needs to make after pre orders are finished, and that's how it works?

EDIT:
I received another email, seems like if you order you will get 3 emails:

1.) confirming order
2.) order info

or something like that. And then Early January you get a 3rd which requires payment. Just posting for future reference and such.

The first e-mail is automated; the second is AmiAmi saying "Yes, we did actually get your order (and combined it if applicable)."

In any case, feeling pretty dumb right now. Though I am happy that I didn't leave things to chance, so...

Marion · 2010-11-29, 10:23

Just a question - which service is better, AmiAmi or Palet?

**Klashikari** · 2010-11-29, 10:26

AmiAmi is more reliable to me, along with a better overview in term of stocks etc.
Furthermore, they aren't as trigger happy in banning customers (I was banned by Paletweb, because I've asked 2 questions regarding payment and it doesn't seem I'm an isolated case in term of ridiculous and random ban).

goldenlove27 · 2010-11-29, 10:31

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Originally Posted by Klashikari

AmiAmi is more reliable to me, along with a better overview in term of stocks etc.
Furthermore, they aren't as trigger happy in banning customers (I was banned by Paletweb, because I've asked 2 questions regarding payment and it doesn't seem I'm an isolated case in term of ridiculous and random ban).

Was there a reason for the ban? Ridiculous is right but was there anything like a terms and agreement issue going on? It seems stupid to be banned for no reason. I haven't had the experience of being banned for paying anything online before.

Marion · 2010-11-29, 10:32

I think I'll go with AmiAmi then. Comparing prices they seem to be cheaper as well (although that's just in terms of the game cost and not adding on shipping)

maximilianjenus · 2010-11-29, 10:44

ANyone has got a link to paletweb (preferably to the umineko ougon item) I can't register in amiami as houston has problem atm.

Will Wright · 2010-11-29, 10:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Klashikari

AmiAmi is more reliable to me, along with a better overview in term of stocks etc.
Furthermore, they aren't as trigger happy in banning customers (I was banned by Paletweb, because I've asked 2 questions regarding payment and it doesn't seem I'm an isolated case in term of ridiculous and random ban).

They ban customers for asking questions that show interest in buying their product? Amazing business procedure right there!

They'll be investing on moon tourism soon enough.

st_nick5 · 2010-11-29, 11:59

Does anyone know how much shipping would be for the UK? It doesn't give a clear answer on the AmiAmi website as far as I can see.

edit - This "tsubasa" disk and the fighting game, were they both developed by 07th Expansion as well? Is Witch-Hunt planning on translating them?

Marion · 2010-11-29, 12:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by st_nick5

Does anyone know how much shipping would be for the UK? It doesn't give a clear answer on the AmiAmi website as far as I can see.

edit - This "tsubasa" disk and the fighting game, were they both developed by 07th Expansion as well? Is Witch-Hunt planning on translating them?

Ryukishi was apparently involved in both projects - Ougon likely has a story mode that he wrote and Tsubasa is the Extra TIPs in VN format.

st_nick5 · 2010-11-29, 12:22

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Originally Posted by Marion

Ryukishi was apparently involved in both projects - Ougon likely has a story mode that he wrote and Tsubasa is the Extra TIPs in VN format.

Might pre-order all three of them. I found this on the AmiAmi website:

Quote:

Shipping & Handling Fees (S&H)
We will inform you of the actual shipping rates for your items when your order is in stock and ready to ship. Please note that we cannot provide shipping quotes for pre-order items as we do not know their final size or weight.

Does this mean that you won't get told how much you're paying for shipping until you've ordered it and it's in stock?

edit - Oh wait, I've never used AmiAmi before. Do I have to use a Paypal account to buy from them? I've never been able to get my Paypal account working properly with my bank account.

legomaple · 2010-11-29, 12:47

WH, i'll be hating you if you release the patch tomorow... TOMOROW IS ALSO THE STEAM RELEASE OF FREAKING SUPER MEAT BOY XD

Wow, Now I have to choose, even though I think I'm going for the patch

goldenlove27 · 2010-11-29, 13:01

Dawww~ Don't hate them for that... At least you don't have to meet 6 different deadlines for 4 classes and have to ignore the patch completely for 2-3 weeks and have to spend close to $100 on printing material like I do.

Dammit I want to buy EP 8 and the fighting game!! College sucks so bad right now...

incko · 2010-11-29, 13:17

greetings,

I am completely clueless about buying japanese games,
especially doujin, so I figured here could be the right place to ask.

A friend and I will spent three weeks in Tokyo next Spring,
and I would love to buy the original 8 Umineko Games.

But as stated above, I'm rather clueless about doujins~
can I buy the Umineko Games in any japanese videogame store in Akihabara
or is it hopeless to search for them from the beginning?

thanks for your help!

naikou · 2010-11-29, 13:18

> College sucks so bad right now...

Agree with goldenlove

Even if the EP7 patch and Ougon came out today, I wouldn't be able to even touch them for like 3 weeks. Freaking college/work!

**Klashikari** · 2010-11-29, 13:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by incko

can I buy the Umineko Games in any japanese videogame store in Akihabara
or is it hopeless to search for them from the beginning?!

You will be able to buy these in Akihabara. It is actually the best place for this kind of purchase: any store with doujin products should have that, unless they are out of stock.

Toranoana is probably the best bet for this.

Kitsu · 2010-11-29, 14:00

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Toranoana is probably the best bet for this.

Yup, as well as melon books and mandarake

actawesome · 2010-11-29, 14:05

You foooooooools!
Obviously the Umineko patch can't wait! All things come second.

xBTAx · 2010-11-29, 14:31

Speaking of patches: I know it's kinda foolish to ask this before episode 8 is even out, but do you guys predict having to redo parts of the 1-4 translation again due to it?

I've actually only played up to halfway through 3 (though I've now spoiled myself for 3 and 4), so if it's unlikely that the translation will change again, I'll just use this time to replay/finish 1-4.

2010-11-29, 02:36	Link #5381
AlexiaCarcera Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Colorado	Actually, now that I think about it, maybe pre orders -CAN'T- be sold out? Maybe all the websites hosting pre orders contact 07th Expansion and tell him how many extra games/etc he needs to make after pre orders are finished, and that's how it works? EDIT: I received another email, seems like if you order you will get 3 emails: 1.) confirming order 2.) order info or something like that. And then Early January you get a 3rd which requires payment. Just posting for future reference and such. Last edited by AlexiaCarcera; 2010-11-29 at 05:05. Reason: oh just now

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Klashikari 阿賀野型3番艦、矢矧 Lv180 Graphic Designer Moderator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Belgium, Brussels Age: 37	AmiAmi is more reliable to me, along with a better overview in term of stocks etc. Furthermore, they aren't as trigger happy in banning customers (I was banned by Paletweb, because I've asked 2 questions regarding payment and it doesn't seem I'm an isolated case in term of ridiculous and random ban). __________________ [Sig art: Kagura Yuu, Nunukko, Maku Rako & Mishima Kurone] / [Twitter]

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goldenlove27 Tortured Pet Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: In "Her" crime scenes Age: 32	Dawww~ Don't hate them for that... At least you don't have to meet 6 different deadlines for 4 classes and have to ignore the patch completely for 2-3 weeks and have to spend close to $100 on printing material like I do. Dammit I want to buy EP 8 and the fighting game!! College sucks so bad right now... __________________ http://www.youtube.com/user/MrBoynton27

2010-11-29, 03:00	Link #5382
crazysjd89 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008	Don't take my word on it, but I'd imagine that the business will pre-order a certain amount based on how much business they think they'd get. Although, I'd also imagine it'd be a bit more difficult to get sold out on pre-orders then everyone thinks, since they probably also order some to have in stock for people who want to buy from them after pre-orders.

2010-11-29, 10:23	Link #5384
Marion The Great Dine Join Date: Feb 2009	Just a question - which service is better, AmiAmi or Palet?

2010-11-29, 10:32	Link #5387
Marion The Great Dine Join Date: Feb 2009	I think I'll go with AmiAmi then. Comparing prices they seem to be cheaper as well (although that's just in terms of the game cost and not adding on shipping)

2010-11-29, 10:44	Link #5388
maximilianjenus [E] Join Date: Mar 2008	ANyone has got a link to paletweb (preferably to the umineko ougon item) I can't register in amiami as houston has problem atm.

2010-11-29, 11:59	Link #5390
st_nick5 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008	Does anyone know how much shipping would be for the UK? It doesn't give a clear answer on the AmiAmi website as far as I can see. edit - This "tsubasa" disk and the fighting game, were they both developed by 07th Expansion as well? Is Witch-Hunt planning on translating them?

2010-11-29, 12:47	Link #5393
legomaple Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Netherlands	WH, i'll be hating you if you release the patch tomorow... TOMOROW IS ALSO THE STEAM RELEASE OF FREAKING SUPER MEAT BOY XD Wow, Now I have to choose, even though I think I'm going for the patch

2010-11-29, 13:17	Link #5395
incko Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009	greetings, I am completely clueless about buying japanese games, especially doujin, so I figured here could be the right place to ask. A friend and I will spent three weeks in Tokyo next Spring, and I would love to buy the original 8 Umineko Games. But as stated above, I'm rather clueless about doujins~ can I buy the Umineko Games in any japanese videogame store in Akihabara or is it hopeless to search for them from the beginning? thanks for your help!

2010-11-29, 13:18	Link #5396
naikou Slashy Slashy! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: USA Age: 34	> College sucks so bad right now... Agree with goldenlove Even if the EP7 patch and Ougon came out today, I wouldn't be able to even touch them for like 3 weeks. Freaking college/work!

2010-11-29, 14:05	Link #5399
actawesome Member Join Date: May 2006	You foooooooools! Obviously the Umineko patch can't wait! All things come second.

2010-11-29, 14:31	Link #5400
xBTAx Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009	Speaking of patches: I know it's kinda foolish to ask this before episode 8 is even out, but do you guys predict having to redo parts of the 1-4 translation again due to it? I've actually only played up to halfway through 3 (though I've now spoiled myself for 3 and 4), so if it's unlikely that the translation will change again, I'll just use this time to replay/finish 1-4.