Back in 2014 it was announced by MangaGamer that they would be releasing a remake version of 07th Expansion’s murder-mystery visual novel, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni, chapter-by-chapter. Of the eight main chapters, two were released in 2015 – Onikakushi and Watanagashi. Although it has taken them almost six months to make this announcement, MangaGamer have confirmed that Ch.3 Tatarigoroshi will be available starting June 24th 2016.
Asides from a re-translated script, the biggest addition to the re-release of Higurashi no Naku Koro ni are character portraits. Although not using the same assets present in the PS2/PS3/PS Vita ports available exclusively in Japan, it does feature illustrations crafted by Kurosaki of Caramelbox. Of course, it also comes with the ability to switch between the new and classic art styles. This edition also features the ability to switch between English/Japanese text, and comes with the original BGM.
Priced at $7.95 USD, pre-orders for Higurashi When They Cry Ch.3 Tatarigoroshi are now being taken. You can order via the official MangaGamer Online Store or through Steam.
A few snippets from the visual novel can be found below:
