Eastasiasoft have recently announced that they will be releasing the otome visual novel Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds onto the Nintendo Switch in 2027 with English text language support. A physical edition will also be available exclusively through Play-Asia.
Known in Japan as Tenun no Shou, Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds is a collection of short stories that take place between the original chapters of Hakuoki: Chronicles of Wind and Blossom, and offers readers (or players) a further look into the lives and developing relationships of the characters within game.
About: Reunite with beloved characters and get to know them like you never have before! Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds is a “fan disc” expansion to the romantic tale of heroine Chizuru and the handsome warriors of the Shinsengumi. Explore a variety of character-focused vignettes set between the chapters of Hakuoki: Chronicles of Wind and Blossom and make key decisions for Chizuru along the way.
Previously unseen events and moments of romance unfold in gorgeously illustrated style! Engage in sweet, funny, lighthearted and sometimes surprising dialogue localized in English for the first time and immerse yourself in authentic settings inspired by the history of Japan’s Edo period. As an essential new supplement to the series’ core narrative, Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds becomes an essential part of the definitive Hakuoki experience!
Key Features:
Take the role of Chizuru as she’s surrounded by familiar faces!
Explore events and romantic scenarios set between the series’ original chapters.
Make key choices and discover unique story routes!
Enjoy voiceovers in Japanese and newly localized text in English.
Navigate with ease using a variety of UI controls and preferences!
Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds is expected to be released digitally in Asia, Europe and North America, with a physical edition through Play-Asia for Asia. A Limited Edition, which is limited to 2000 units, will also be made available through Play-Asia with it containing the Game, Manual, Drama CD, Art book, Joy-Con stickers, mini case, acrylic standees, poster and a numbered certificate in a collector’s box for US$69.99. The Standard Edition meanwhile will be listed at $49.99 with pre-orders opening soon.
In the meantime Hakuoki Memoirs: Drifting Clouds is expected for a 2027 release on the Nintendo Switch with further details to be announced at a later date. Further details can also be found on the Eastasiasoft website.
