We have known for a while that Shin chan: Shiro and the Coal Town would be getting a Western release (publisher Neos confirmed it after it was revealed in Japan's September 2023 Direct), but we didn't know exactly when. Until today! The publisher has finally shared that this one will be coming to Western Switches on 24th October, with Limited Run Games handling a physical release.
This one launched in Japan back in February (with the 'Shiro of Coal Town' title) and sees things take a more mysterious turn than 2022's catchily titled Shin chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation -The Endless Seven-Day Journey-. You and your good boi friend will explore the potentially fictitious 'Coal Town' all while getting stuck into the slice-of-life gameplay with bug hunting, fishing and crafting.
Naturally, it looks gorgeous too. If the above trailer wasn't enough, you can find some screenshots below.
Shiro and the Coal Town will launch on the Switch eShop for $39.99 (or your regional equivalent). At launch, the game and its predecessor will be available as a bundle for $49.99 so you can catch up on all of Shin chan's Switch shenanigans at a reduced price.
We don't have any precise details on the Western physical release date at the moment, but Neos has confirmed that it will be available to pre-order from the Limited Run Games website at some point this Fall.
Will you be picking up this one in October? Let us know in the comments.
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Oh, the English version in physical release.
I found the Asia version in my hometown had English text.
Also, glad to ser the genre of Boku no Natsu Yasumi became more appealing for Western audiences.
Still have to give the first one a go, but both are looking like fun chill games.
Love to see it, looking forward to playing this and the previous Shin chan game at some point!
Between this and Natsu-Mon, it's going to be a great year for us Millenium Kitchen fans!
It’s currently sold out on PlayAsia, but there is an Asian version of this game already out with English on the cartridge.
Woulda been the perfect game to play this summer, but looking forward to this after enjoying the Endless Seven Day Journey
Still need to try it. Would love a psychical bundle for both games. Love the art, especially the environments.
Tried getting into the first game...and...eh...not for me, I guess. I thought about going back to give it another chance but, I just feel like I'd rather play something else.
I guess they delayed it so not to conflict with Natsu-mon in August. Looks like I’ll be playing a summer vacation game and a winter vacation game this year! Assuming coal town is a winter deal…
@BoFiS play Natsu-mon then, same developer, same concept, no shin-chan. It’s out August 6, and there’s a demo now.
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