Join Matt as he presents the answers to the questions you posed to ININ Games!
Huge thank you to ININ Games for taking the time to respond to the community’s questions.
Timestamps & Q&A
Press Release Summaries – 0:01:16
Overview
Will there be Combat Changes – 0:02:47
No, this was never in project scope.
Will there be Story Changes? – 0:03:08
No, this was never in project scope.
Is there any new DLC Planned? – 0:03:28
No there will be no new DLC.
Will OG Voice Actors be coming back? – 0:03:39
No, due to contracts and project scoping.
Is everything including DLC on the Disc/Cart? – 0:03:54
Yes, everything is on the disc/cart including DLC, eliminating the need for any downloads.
Note from Matt: We think this also includes Kickstarter content, but this is pending further clarification — so don’t take this as gospel just yet.
Will there be a standalone USA Version? – 0:04:32
There will be Standard ESRB versions available through American retailers or Amazon. Special and Collector’s Editions will include the English PEGI version.
What version is included in the Special Edition or Collector’s Edition? – 0:05:15
English PEGI version. The disc/cart itself contains all languages.
Are all physical editions limited? – 0:05:37
The Collector’s Edition can be preordered until May 4th and will not receive a second production run. The Special Edition is not limited.
Are the physical editions exclusive? – 0:06:20
There may be additional retailers carrying them — discussions are ongoing.
Will the Collector’s Edition be available in Japan? – 0:06:56
No.
Is the art book the same between editions? – 0:07:19
No. The Special Edition version is 84–88 pages, while the Collector’s Edition contains additional content.
Collector’s Edition contents – 0:07:53
To be confirmed, but some details are available in the artwork previews.
Is the cover-art reversible? – 0:08:08
No. However, the Collector’s Edition cover art differs from the Standard and Special Editions.
Documentary bonus features – 0:08:37
There are plans to include previously unreleased bonus features, subject to approval.
Upgrade path details – 0:08:58
ININ is actively working on this, but there are complications due to rights ownership of the original game. Alternative solutions are being explored.
Switch 2 performance specs – 0:10:12
4K textures like other versions.
Matt’s note: No confirmation on framerate yet — expectation may be similar to PS4.
Region selection differences – 0:10:46
All discs/carts contain the same version of the game with all languages included.
Shipping timing – 0:11:09
Too early to confirm. The team aims for this, but worldwide shipping presents challenges.
SEGA involvement – 0:11:41
SEGA must approve every aspect and step of the project.
Impact on Shenmue IV – 0:12:22
This cannot be answered at this time.
Mistranslation fix – 0:12:51
The team is attempting to address these issues, but currently those parts remain untouched.
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