Releases: 07th-mod/umineko-answer
v1.1.8
Changes
- Fix textbox nametags disappearing and textbox color forcibly switching to red after a certain NVL mode scene in Episode 6 [153154b]
- The textbox would be stuck like this until another NVL mode scene occured or the end of the chapter/subchapter I think.
Developer Changes
- Clean up executable patching scripts [9a29910]
Update/Installation Instructions
We recommend only updating if you're in-between chapters, as loaded saves might break after the update, skipping you backward or forward in the game.
- Download the installer from Installer Usage/Download Page
- Using the installer, install to the same destination as you selected previously
- The installer should automatically detect a partial update is required and apply the update
Also, be sure to read the wiki if this is your first time installing.
v1.1.7 (2020-08-01)
Changes
- Fix missing voices on one page of the NVL/ADV/voice-only scripts. Also fix wrong nametag in ADV mode [35ac78e] [bf04ffa]
Developer Changes
- Setup Github Actions for script deployment [b51153a]
Update/Installation Instructions
We recommend only updating if you're in-between chapters, as loaded saves might break after the update, skipping you backward or forward in the game.
- Download the installer from Installer Usage/Download Page
- Using the installer, install to the same destination as you selected previously
- The installer should automatically detect a partial update is required and apply the update
Also, be sure to read the wiki if this is your first time installing.
ADV Mode Update - Fix ADV textbox overflow in Episode 6
Changes
- Fix an instance of text overflowing the textbox in Episode 6 [749b9d3]
Update/Installation Instructions
We recommend only updating if you're in-between chapters, as loaded saves might break after the update, skipping you backward or forward in the game.
- Download the installer from Installer Usage/Download Page
- Using the installer, install to the same destination as you selected previously
- The installer should automatically detect a partial update is required and apply the update
Also, be sure to read the wiki if this is your first time installing.
ADV Mode Update - fix overlapping voices (2020-03-08)
Changes
- Fix more occurrence of overlapping voices / voices which would not be fully played out
Update/Installation Instructions
We recommend only updating if you're in-between chapters, as loaded saves might break after the update, skipping you backward or forward in the game.
- Download the installer from Installer Usage/Download Page
- Using the installer, install to the same destination as you selected previously
- The installer should automatically detect a partial update is required and apply the update
Also, be sure to read the wiki if this is your first time installing.
Add Upscaled Ryukishi Sprites Option - 09/07/2019
Changes
- Added Upscaled Ryukishi sprites option. See "mod options" section of wiki for more details.
Update/Installation Instructions
- Download the installer from Installer Usage/Download Page
- Using the installer, install to the same destination as you selected previously
- The installer should automatically detect a partial update is required and apply the update
We only recommend doing this update between chapters/before starting a new chapter, as updating will break your saves.
Also, be sure to read the wiki if this is your first time installing.
Old Release Information
Add Upscaled Pachinko Sprites Option - 22/06/2019
An option to replace the PS3 sprites with upscaled versions of the Pachinko sprites (Mangagamer, non-ryukishi sprites)
has been added.
There may still be some times in the game where the PS3 sprites will appear (CGs will use PS3 sprites, and so will
zoomed in sprites for the Answer arcs). There are also some Pachinko characters which don't have sprites at all -
they will show up with the PS3 sprites. The character portraits for the Answer Arcs will show as PS3 sprites, too.
Question Arcs Missing Voices Bug Fix - 15/06/2019
Quite a fair way into the game on the Question Arcs, voices would fail to play back (for certain characters).
This was due to a very big arc4.nsa which had all the voice files in it. The voice file was too large for the game to handle, so everything past a certain point wouldn't play.
In the new version of the patch, the voice file is split into two smaller files (arc4.nsa and arc5.nsa) so the game can handle it.
This problem affected all installs from 19/05/2019 to 15/06/2019, so there would have been a roughly 1-month span where your
install would have had broken voices. If you installed during this time, it would be best to either manually apply the voice
file pack, or re-install the game using the installer.
Mangagamer (Non-Steam) Voice File Bug Fix - 26/05/2019
The layout of the the arc[X].nsa files is different between the Mangagamer and Steam versions. The recent
voice file optimization did not take that into account, and thus broke voice playback for users who have the Mangagamer (non-steam) release of Umineko.
This has been fixed on the latest installer. If you have this problem and don't want to re-install,
just rename the arc4.nsa file to arc1.nsa, so the game can find it.
Voice File Optimization - 19/05/2019
The voice files are now stored as a single file (arc4.nsa). This will speed up
installation time (especially on a HDD), and also reduce the number of voice files on disk from about 45,000 to just one file.
We don't expect any issues, but if you find any problems with voice playback, please let us know.
WARNING: 02/05/2019
We have had a couple reports of performance problems for Chapters 5-8, even on high end PCs.
On very low end PCs (like atom CPU laptops with integrated graphics), this is expected, but not on high end PCs.
Firstly, please launch the game unmodded to check the game works correctly without mods. Please do not make any
saves though, as saves from the unmodded game are not compatible.
Please make sure to close all CPU intensive programs in the background (even your web browser!). This is because the
game uses the CPU for graphics rendering, and is single threaded, so even if you have a multicore processor
it can only ever use one core.
It's also possible for a poor performing hard disk to cause performance problems, as images are loaded
by the engine each time they are displayed (as far as we know).
If you still have problems, please post your CPU and GPU specs and a description of how
the lag appears on our Discord for us to analyse.
If you figure out what's causing the problem, please let us know as we really want to sort this issue out.
High Resolution Monitors
High resolution screens (greater than 1080p) can also cause problems (mainly on integrated graphics). Forcing your desktop
screen resolution lower may help. You can test if this is a problem by playing in windowed mode with a small
window - performance will usually improve.
Older news
23/02/2019: On the 05/02/2019 a change was made to the manual mac install instructions which would prevent you from starting the game. It has now been reverted (sorry abou that).
28-01-2019: Cross Platform Installer is now suggested in install instructions. Wiki has been refactored.
28-01-2019: Add ADV mode to Full Patch of Question Arcs
17-11-18: Add beta version of Question Arcs in 1080p resolution (previously resolution was 960p, resulting in some blurriness). You can install it via the installer or manually. Add ability to toggle language with 'Tab' button.
2-10-18: Add Japanese Language mode (thanks Naoki!). Note: currently doesn't work for "Voice Only" or answer arcs "ADV mode", due to those versions using a different script.
15-07-18: Some small changes to both arcs (to update you need both the latest script file and the latest update zip)
- For Question arcs only, add the option to view the original game's videos since some consider the PS3 openings too spoilery. (Question arcs issue #101)
- Use English title logo for Question arcs (Question arcs issue #100)
- Fix transparency of images for one scene for Answer arcs (use alphablend mode images)
06-06-18: For Chiru Arcs only, minor update to script and assets (see issue #47)
05-05-18: For Question Arcs only, fix some missing voice delays.
01-05-18: Update all .exes to give a reminder if you forget to rename the 0.utf to 0.u instead of the generic/incorrect error message. Backup of the old .exes can be found here.
13-04-18: Add missing Maria/Rosa Alternate Sprites to the merged update pack (pack v4 cumulative) for Question Arcs only.
02-04-18: Question arc script was updated to fix voice/unvoiced delay bugs.
17-02-18: Did Steam update your game, breaking your patch? Follow the Question Arc Instructions or the Answer Arc Instructions.
Even older releases below. The versioning (version numbers) is not consistent with current releases.
Umineko Answer Arcs Voice Patch v0.6.0
Hello, everyone! The team has been working really hard on the graphics patch and guess what? It's coming out in a few minutes. This patch should be the last stable release for the voices-only patch, from now on only a few issues are going to trigger a new release version of the patch.
See you in the release of the voices and graphics patch!
Changelog
- Fix some issues with the rain disappearing
- Fix a lot of voice issues
- Fix a few image and scene issues
- Adds the latest Steam changes to the script
- Forces the game to play a secondary video file for the ending. This update is not included with the patch, see the section below.
Additional files
This patch requires a new file that is not available in the base game. Download it here. Extract the update content inside the game folder and overwrite the files if asked.
Umineko Answer Arcs Voice Patch v0.5.1
Hello, everyone! Merry Christmas!
I thought I wouldn't come back this year to release something new, but here I am with a new batch of fixes for the voice patch. Don't worry about the graphics patch, the team is working really hard (please give them a break!) to make the patch and squish all bugs before release. You can catch a glimpse of the madness in our Discord channel (click for the instant invite). Unfortunately, EP8 has a few gimmicks so this is making the process a lot harder than we thought. There's also a bunch of graphics to fix and remake, so please wait patiently because we want to deliver the best version possible.
Anyway, too much talking? Let's go to the changelog:
Changelog
- Fixed several broken voices (the command will stop appearing in the middle of the game now, but give us a heads up if you find more)
- Fixed lines getting a little too close (not much of a fan of physical contact between blocks of text)
- Lots of voice lines adjustments
- Default volume should be lower now (RIP my headphone bros, having an amp is suffering. The constant fear of getting your ears murdered)
So, with that all said, I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I won't repost the Aikatsu! Stars link from yesterday's release of Higurashi Tatarigoroshi. But the recommendation is still there.
You'll have to deal with my eternal crusade of making everyone watch Aikatsu as long as I'm "leading" this group. I hope you like idol anime. Also, don't support the coup.
See you in 2018!
v0.5.0
Hello, everyone! Almost a week after release I'm happy to announce that we're releasing the voice patch today thanks to @DoctorDiablo amazing efforts.
The graphics patch will take a while to be finished, but if all you want are voices with original sprites (my favorite way of playing, btw), this is all you need.
Check out the installation process below:
Prerequisites:
Please download these files to your computer before installation:
- 0.utf (available below)
- Voices
Installation:
- Extract
UminekoChiru-Voices.zipto the root Umineko directory. It should appear as the directoryUmineko Chiru\voice. - Rename the file
0.utfinside your Umineko folder to0_old.utf - Put the patched
0.utffile inside the folder
After that, you should be ready to play. Enjoy!
Umineko Answer Arcs Voice and Graphics Patch v1.1.0
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