Category: News
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From Kickstarter Failure to Successfully Shipping Shujinkou | Podcast
Julian shares his journey developing Shujinkou on IndieGameBusiness®, discussing challenges faced, shifts in design, and valuable insights for aspiring game developers.
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Shujinkou Pre-Orders Begin on Nintendo Switch!
Rice Games Inc announces the pre-order launch for their game Shujinkou on September 18, 2025, at a 10% discount. The game is split into two core products—the Genya Arc and the Sabaku Arc. The Nintendo Switch version will offer quality-of-life upgrades, and thousands have already engaged with the game.
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Shujinkou Announced on Nintendo Switch!
Rice Games announces that Shujinkou will launch digitally on Nintendo Switch in the Americas, Europe, and Australia on October 2nd, with pre-orders starting September 18th. The game includes major upgrades and two story arcs, Genya and Sabaku. Pricing differs for the Switch version, and pre-order discounts are available. Shujinkou combines RPG gameplay with optional language…
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Shujinkou Now Verified on Steam Deck!
Shujinkou is now verified on Steam Deck, ensuring smooth gameplay. Players can confidently enjoy Shujinkou while adventuring and reviewing Japanese.
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Rice Games Website Revamp
We’re happy to announce that the Rice Games Official Website has been completely rebuilt from scratch! Expect new posts to include updates on upcoming Patch Notes for Shujinkou, new details on upcoming ports and new projects, as well as any special deals, collaborations, or other details to be announced in the future. Thank you for…
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Shujinkou Interview with Tech-Gaming
Julian discusses his interview about Shujinkou, detailing its JRPG development, team-building, narrative approach, expansive OST, language-learning systems, and ongoing improvements based on feedback.
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Shujinkou OST Available on Streaming Platforms!
The Shujinkou Original Soundtrack, featuring 158 tracks and over 7 hours of music across various genres, is now streaming on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Despite distribution delays, we are grateful for your support. Purchasing options for the soundtrack will be announced soon.
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Shujinkou x PlayStation® Indies 🎉
Shujinkou is now part of the PlayStation® Indies collection. We appreciate your support and are dedicated to further developing the game and exciting new projects ahead. Stay tuned!
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Shujinkou OST Commentary #1
The first of four OST commentary videos features composer Brian LaGuardia discussing selections from Shujinkou’s extensive 158-track soundtrack, alongside updates on its streaming release and a planned commercial launch later this year.
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Shujinkou Interview with RPGamer
Julian discusses his interview about Shujinkou, covering its kanji origins, adjustable difficulty levels for accessibility, language-learning features, and the independent game development process.