I’m happy to announce the release of SF3Patch version 11! No more updating files!
Patches will be released at undetermined intervals, but I’m thinking every 6 months or so.

The new patch, which is currently available from the button to the right and the FTP, contains all of the custom title and loading screens. You’ll also find the instructions updated both in the included Read Me.doc as well as on the Patch Instructions page. I wanted to get more done for this occasion, but with so many people having issues with updating files lately, it felt like the right time.

Version 11 represents over 4 years of work (since I joined the project). To illustrate how far we have come, version 10 contained the premium disc and the first chapter of Sc2. Currently, all but the last chapter of the trilogy is in place (albeit without proper playtesting). I probably couldn’t even list everything that has been done. That’s the good news.

The bad news is this is not a victory dance. There is still much more work to do. The project is currently without a dedicated translator which will soon become an issue. The last 30 files of Sc2 and all of Sc3 is yet to be reviewed for accuracy. There is still much more to do on my end with inserting what has been reviewed and reducing file sizes to workable levels as well as the daunting task of a thorough playtest of the truly complete sections. There’s always version 12, right?

Thanks to everyone for all their contributions to get us to this point!
 

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We have made much progress on the mountain of translation work needed for this project, but we will need more help to finish it.

What we need:
Japanese to English translators with a solid grasp of the intricacies of the Japanese language. Translators will not be asked to form proper english, only supply an accurate translation.

What is Remaining:
All but about 30 files in Sc2 have been fully reviewed. That is, once these 30 files are done, all the translation work on Sc2 will be finished.

The extent of the translation work on Sc3 to date has been filling in the missing lines. All but a couple of files and the bookcase have had all missing lines translated. The majority of the remaining work is the full review of Sc3.

How to Volunteer:
Those who are qualified and would like to contribute should contact me either through PM on SFC or email Be sure to include an email where you can be reached in your contact. Serious volunteers only please.

See this forum thread for additional discussion:
http://forums.shiningforcecentral.com/index.php?showtopic=17121

 
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