Business, Economics, and Finance. But we can all agree that Umineko's PS3 and OG sprites are better than mangagamer sprites. 2. All in HD. By. If you're extracting on PC, right click on the first of those files ending in 001 to 012, and extract it with your favorite software. More discussions. or you can go for the umineko project which is a port of the ps3 version which also inclides voice acting, lip syncing and more elaborate animations. PlayStation 3 Banner & Icon. If I'm reading with the PS3 sprites then yes, it is a must. Steam Community: . ago. Hello, people of r/umineko. Umineko Project is a bit better on all fronts if you're fine with pirating the game. The default art. 1 Umineko complete with PS3 sprites: 14. Alternate mod recommendation. . Umineko's PS3 sprites managed to keep the original intent of the designs pretty much intact (with a few exceptions, e. Feb 9, 2018 916. OG sprites are the meme material for a reason. PS3. It replaces all character sprites, 99. A game like Umineko with a lot of characters with sprites and a bundle of 4 games will take a while. Categories Categories: Umineko Sprite Galleries; Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. I've always wanted an official English version of Umineko, but not like this. Personally I don’t understand the og sprite supremacy thing, I like them for the memes but they’re so hard to take seriously. The original doesn't have voice acting if I remember correctly and the ps3 version adds that, new text displaying options (the original shows the text all over the screen). See the roadmap below for current patch status. PlayStation 3. It is compatible with both the Steam and any DRM-free versions (including GOG) of the game. The communtiy made Umineko question arc PS3 voice and graphics patch is finally playable. Published: Apr 15, 2016. ago. Umineko Project is free and is better IF you like the PS3 sprites. The changes I disagree with: Bernkastel's bust was changed to be completely flat. Available for Pickup or 3+ day shipping Pickup 3+ day. Maybe there's a way to do that on android directly, but I don't know it myself. from what ive gathered, the best way to do this is with the umineko project version. NFL. GameConsideration • 6 mo. This is a total graphics overhaul patch for Umineko no Naku Koro ni Hane. It'll happen. Refurbished Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 The Masters Simulation Game Multiplayer Supports PS3. Summary: put new sprites in Umineko folder so the game prefers them to the original sprites. No matter how iconic is Beato's scary eyes look in PS3, people still use OG sprites to convey highly specific emotions. Don't @ me I really couldn't care less about you people's "objectively better sprite option", I read the entire thing with them and consider Umineko the best fiction ever. Oh wait it did. Umineko Project: This one's a full on port of the console version to PC and mobile, and is it's own download. A long time ago, I made some sprites of Battler from Umineko (using the PS3 sprites as references) in Ace Attorney style. I'm still thankful that they uploaded the video, since it's nowhere to be found. The best way to read it is the original version & eng patch. 1. Open comment sort options. It depends on some sprites for me. Just don't. can someone help me? 6. • 3 yr. The other 11 files will also be extracted at the same time. Categories Categories: Umineko Sprite Galleries; Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise. Kanon (嘉音), also known by his real name Yoshiya (嘉哉), is a young servant who works for the Ushiromiya family and Jessica Ushiromiya's love interest. This Pachinko sprite makes Kinzo look like Count Dooku. If you want to wait for a sale, Umineko usually goes on sale during big sales (sadly there wasn't a proper golden week sale this year) but it will most likely go on sale for around 10€ for Question and Answer Arc each (50% off) during Summer sale which should be from 23rd June until 7th July this year! :) i want to read for the first time. #6. The patch includes PS3 voices, sprites, backgrounds, and effects for all 4 arcs. I believe they expect you to own copies of the game on PS3 and PC before gaining access, but that does seem a bit of a barrier for entry in my eyes. Tsumeawase / うみねこのなく頃に翼～これまでの贈り物、全部。. The PS3 sprites are much easier to look at than the OG sprites. Its a full ps3 port so you get some effects the steam version w/ mods doesn't have Although consider buying the steam games to help the developers and future projects. Per page: 15 30 50. It took a week or two for the Higurashi games (which has 6 characters with sprites compared to 20+ characters in Umineko). Fan Feed More 07th Expansion Wiki. Pachinko. 1. nsa, nscript. The 07th mod adds voice acting, ps3 sprites + backgrounds and CG’s Reply Charlotttes. I hope some of you can enjoy it and don't find it too boring or dense. Tags: All-Ages mofumoe - We'll keep hosting visual novels. 23 votes, 12 comments. With Rondo it was easy, as only one of the intros exist with PS3 sprites anyway, but in Chiru both intros exist with PS3 sprites. The python script also performs the following:The communtiy made Umineko question arc PS3 voice and graphics patch is finally playable. My opinions regarding Higurashi & Umineko's sprites are the same. The definitive edition of Umineko, taken from the Umineko Project. It works on the DRM-free version from MangaGamer's website as well. Generally, I believe the PS3 sprites are definitely the most popular, even here. The Steam sprites look a lot more faithful to the originals by a landslide though; thank goodness Kizuna's sprites had small corrections. • 4 yr. UmiTweaks released a patch for Umineko no Naku Koro ni Chiru 5-8, which adds PS3 Sprites + Voices from the PS3 game into the PC version. It was first released at Comiket 76 on August 15, 2009 and is followed by Dawn of the Golden Witch. Download the textbox file and install it in the following directory where you placed all of the Umineko Project files: graphicssystemwnd. The VN is the way to experience it. Aside from that, it's pretty okay-ish i guess)Developer – 07th Expansion (Ryukishi07) Translator – Witch Hunt Length – Chapters 1-4 – 50+ Hours Chapters 5-8 – 50+ Hours Version Played – PS3 Sprites & Voices Patch I am torn. This is one of the better ones, though. ps3 battler looks like he's trying to make you THINK that he's like that so he can sleep with you. Do Not Perform if Installing on PC. I don't remember in which part of the episode this started, but when the character sprites appeared, they. Yes, of course, the chests are ridiculous, but it seems those who cite this as "the issue" just pretends that any of the women of the series are reasonably proportioned in any sprite set. End of the Golden Witch is the first installment of Umineko no Naku Koro ni Chiru and the fifth arc of the overall series. I've always wanted an official English version of Umineko, but not like this. Golden Land/Backgrounds. Sports. The original ones are not as professional as PS3 sprites but they have their charm. . To use Voices only use arc. Reply Anidar Touka. I havent played Umineko 1-4 yet though, so maybe I should do that first. Tsumeawase / うみねこのなく頃に翼～これまでの贈り物、全部。. Song title: "Umineko no Naku Koro ni" (うみねこのなく頃に). ago. Bienvenido a Rokkenjima. Reply reply lzHaru • I bought the questions and answers arc bundle in steam, one for each. Ougon Musou Kyoku . Umineko Sprite Galleries; Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. Discussions Rules and Guidelines. I am torn. Umineko starts out very slowly, taking its time in constructing the setting and atmosphere with Legend of the golden witch. More Fandoms Fantasy; Horror; Advertisement. Elibriel • Average catgirl Bernkastel enjoyer • 6 mo. Alchemist all the way. But now we have a version of Umineko for the PC that is pretty much close to the PS3. r/visualnovels. Actualización 25/05/2021 *Resubiendo . Personally, I think the MangaGamer sprites for Higurashi are pretty good, though I do agree that the PS3 sprites (which 07thMod adds) is much better. Tengo una pregunta. I'm still thankful that they uploaded the video, since it's nowhere to be found. Features voice acting, upgraded sprites, better BGs, a wider resolution, and the full soundtrack. On the orginal BG’s, I don’t know why, but there’s something about the original sprites that. I am wondering if steam or mangagamer will create new backgrounds that fit with the pachinko sprite art style. No mitten hands, but also no precious Beato smiles and Potato Battler being himself. At times while reading I felt that it would surely become one of my favourite tales. More Fandoms Fantasy; Horror; Advertisement. Only the watch the anime, and bask in the glory of a true Umineko fan. From Umineko:Character of the Slot Golden Witch Artbook pg. I love the PS3 art and am hoping to get an art book, but all I can find are books with the original and Natsumi Kei-style sprites. Full Body . Advertisement Coins. 6K Views. Not so long ago I found a channel that translated all of Umineko Tsubasa side arcs with the PS3 sprites and voices. Umineko: Gold Edition Kickstarter launches on November 7th, bringing graphics from the PS3 version, new content and full english voice acting to Steam as a free update if the goal is met. The steam translation is the witch hunt translation. Posts: 9. The first episode is released on 2007, while the last is released on 2010. I can replace the scene with the more dynamic and higher resolution PS3 CG sprites or I can leave the more detailed Steam CG in. If you want lip sync and fancy effects like animated rain among other stuff then play the umineko project. . 11K subscribers in the umineko community. Episode 1 death. Sign in to edit. That means that in terms of the original VN, it's exactly the same content. Sports. 1 Umineko When They Cry. Default + Blade B . Uminmeko4hdz, and also with the incorrect permissions. 2 Golden Fantasia. Sheets. 2 (Kir->Eva) [ea77641] Update Linux executable to fix steam-sync saves issue (see #154) Previously the Question Arcs Linux executable would save to ~/. For sprites of older Tohya Hachijo, see Tohya Hachijo/Sprites. rittybot. Episode 4 death. PS3 dub is going to be epic. misterinfoman • 7 mo. Original. Apr 28, 2018 @ 10:13am. deoclasher88. Showing 1 - 9 of 9 comments. EDIT: Though now with this knowledge I'm playing through Higurashi for the first time (already watched the anime a couple years ago) and I. 8 GiB: 2016-09-18 05:29: 2: 0: 1665: 1 [Fuwanovel] Umineko no Naku Koro ni Chiru 5-8 (PS3 Sprites + Voices)) 6. While the 07th-Mod team attempts to provide the best Umineko experience possible, the engine that Mangagamer used prevents implementation of PS3 features such as lip sync, sprite/background/rain animations, song subtitles, line jump within the backlog, and several others. While the 07th-Mod team attempts to provide the best Umineko experience possible, the engine that Mangagamer used prevents implementation of PS3 features such as lip sync, sprite/background/rain animations, song subtitles, line jump within the backlog, and several others. Tonally, my best comparison is to the Monogatari anime, Umineko has the same weird ethereal quality, heavy dialogue and symbolism. Business, Economics, and Finance. PS3 Sprites . This version of the game is missing the excellent vocal themes that open each chapter of the PS3 version of the game, though, like the artful. The pachinko sprites tried so hard to ape Natsumi Kei's style, but really didn't do it justice. It's pretty easy to find a ps3 copy of umineko cheaply also, and I definitely recommend supporting Ryukishi directly in some way, I just believe the steam version is very bad, so I don't believe manga gamer deserves money, even if the 07th mod is pretty good. However, I can kind of "hear". MP3. Someone had better patch in those PS3 sprites soon after launch, though. im playing with ps3 sprites and it was just an option in the menus of the actual VN. The best I've gotten is a translated original-style Umineko. The PS3 sprites, my personal favorites,. My issue with the old sprites is that it's hard to get immersed with them I guess. Umineko PS3 Sprites Hello guys, I have a question, I am planning on buying Umineko on Steam. After finishing reading it, I also read the manga and am now re. 3. NegativeScythe • 2 yr. It took a week or two for the Higurashi games (which has 6 characters with sprites compared to 20+ characters in Umineko). I've always wanted an official English version of Umineko, but not like this. Valheim. Increased quality over the Steam release. What a shame Umineko didn't use a fairly unique approach to mystery. Remember, that you need to own PS3 and PC Umineko games to play this. Pachinko. The reason people mention Project in particular is cuz voice acting is considered very good and only makes. Keep in mind that Umineko didn't release as a complete story and all the episodes were released gradually. As with the previous release from MangaGamer, Umineko When They Cry – Answer Arcs features both the improved sprites as well as the originals, with the newer art set to default. already is voice and PS3 sprite patched contains all 8 episodes So it's pre-patched and playable out of the box. nsa; copy out ONLY the sprites folder, and put it in the umineko folder (eg structure as umineko/big/bmp/tati) place in the umineko folder All but 4 characters had their ps3 sprites replaced with pachinko sprites; All but 4 character's had their ps3 character chart images replaced with pachinko chracter chart images (rescaled slightly to fit) 4 characters do not have pachinko sprites; These 4 characters will need to be replaced with ps3 sprites. Not so long ago I found a channel that translated all of Umineko Tsubasa side arcs with the PS3 sprites and voices. PS3. Theo. A lot of people say “they’re so much more expressive” and I agree when compared to the awful mangagamer sprites, but the ps3 sprites are both very expressive and very professionally drawn. I play with the ps3 sprites because of 07th mod but the old sprites embody the spirit of Umineko so well so I've grown to love them the most. It's not complete though. since I'm a sucker of voice acting I would recommend reading the ps3 port version (either using the MG and the add-ons from the ps3 or just the stand alone version from umineko project)If you ask me, I prefer the original sprites for Higurashi and the PS3 sprites for Umineko. Edit: it would be great if you actually know how to edit them, then swapping out PS3 sprites for example with the "Pachinko Sprites" (Steam ones) or. I am wondering if steam or mangagamer will create new backgrounds that fit with the pachinko sprite art style. Fan Feed More 07th Expansion Wiki. tumblr. If you are planning on reading Umineko: When They Cry, you absolutely must download and install Umineko Project. Kuwadorian/Backgrounds. JP only, but this means tsubasa/hane/saku content will have console sprites & voice acting now. Alternate mod recommendation. Oct 24, 2022 #105. 6 Favourites. If you are updating your installation, please. fully voiced and pre-PS3-sprite-patched in one plug-and-play package. Episode 4 death. it's like playing the PS3 games but in PC. Valheim Genshin Impact Minecraft Pokimane Halo Infinite Call of Duty: Warzone Path of Exile Hollow Knight: Silksong Escape from Tarkov Watch Dogs: Legion. Which version of umineko should I play the original or the ps3 version, which is better and why? Advertisement Coins. 7 GiB: 2013-01-22 03:51: 4: 0: 1128 [Sound Novel] Umineko no Naku Koro ni EP1~4 (Reuploaded) 1. 0 Pre-Patched. Read the topic about Umineko project on MyAnimeList, and join in the discussion on the largest online anime and manga database in the world! Join the online community, create your anime and manga list, read reviews, explore the forums, follow news, and so much more!. The PS3 sprites for Umineko are the superior ones (to those of Steam). Go to umineko r/umineko •. 140,159. in higurashi I liked the new sprites. Contribute to 07th-mod/umineko-question development by creating an account on GitHub. This page describes the installation process for our Tsubasa and Hane modifications, which include an improved English translation, PS3 graphics and ADV mode, as well as the initial version of our Saku patch, which includes an English fan-translation and uses PS3 art when possible. 28 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; newtonseple Posts: 6 Joined: 29 Apr 2016, 02:49 Gender: Male. In one folder, I have 12 resource parts, the scripts, the engine (windows 10), and the resource update as instructed on the site. This is Umineko Chiru 5-8 with the UmiTweak Chiru Ver 1. " Actions let you record your process, and apply them automatically without having to do the same thing over and over again. This patch adds all the sprites, backgrounds, CGs, effects, and voice acting from the PS3 version of Umineko to the Steam re-release. (Technically higurashi has two console sprite sets but they're pretty similar. From Umineko:Character of the Slot Golden Witch Artbook pg. While the 07th-Mod team attempts to provide the best Umineko experience possible, the engine that Mangagamer used prevents implementation of PS3 features such as lip sync, sprite/background/rain animations, song subtitles, line jump within the backlog, and several others. Question about Umineko Project sprites/CG's (Episode 1 spoilers). 20 Favourites. It is absolutely gorgeous, everything is included in one complete package. This is a total graphics overhaul patch for Umineko no Naku Koro ni Hane. Umineko - PS3 Sprite Rips. Original art, no voices for first time. i played umineko without 07th mod and it was a very good experience too, i'm looking to play it again with the mod tho. dat and arc2. It also adds 'more traditional looking' sprites, lip sync, redrawn backgrounds and character graphics and overall tries to enhance the experience a bit. Edit: I played the Umineko Project and it uses PS3 sprites. Rus text + UmiTweak patch (sprites and voices) 1 Umineko no Naku Koro ni Tsubasa - Koremade no Okurimono, Zenbu. #2. The sprites are considered to be the most clean and well-looking ones, and the BGs are drawn pictures instead of blurred photos. So ive finished umineko question arc yesterday. It's only right to give something back to the original authors. Even if we edited their scripts to replace the sprites by HD versions and so on, our scripts have so much more than just that (split-screens, motion blur effects, video) that it would lose a lot compared to sticking with our own scripts derived from PS3. And while the UI improvements and voicing are very nice, I think the Steam MangaGamer release is still. NormalGrinn • 3 mo. I heard there's supposed to be a 'umineko8' folder, but mine never came with one. Edit: If nothing else, at least use the original art as the default art and hide the hideous art in the options. Sure, it has problems, but the characters, the music, the mystery, just everything sticks with you. 109. But we can all agree that Umineko's PS3 and OG sprites are better than mangagamer sprites. After every episode, play the episode's corresponding tea party and ???. It works on the DRM-free version from MangaGamer's website as well. The PS3 patch (the version you should play, because it looks the best and adds amazing voice acting) has even more CGs than the steam version, and does indeed have CGs for the scenes you mentioned. Full Body Sprites . That's pretty much the read order of Umineko but given its nature, the story is not always told in a chronological way. I opted for the original sprites as well. It uses the Pachinko sprites by default, which are pretty overly sexualized. hello! i just got umineko on steam and i want the ps3 sprites, but irdk what to do since i cant find any "onscripter-ru" or something, (i downloaded… Advertisement CoinsCatbox Creative is teaming up with 07th Expansion, Witch Hunt Translation Group, MangaGamer, and Sound Cadence Studios to bring an updated version of the visual novel“Umineko When They Cry” to Western audiences. PS3 Sprites . Default B . 0 [07th Mod] The communtiy made Umineko question arc PS3 voice and graphics patch is finally playable. Note that petsnew already generated upscaled ryukishi sprites here: 07th-mod/umineko-answer#45 for when we. If Umineko Gold ever gets revived, they were gonna adapt the English dub into a standalone podcast-style narrative. Sadly I only have the Steam version of Umineko, meaning that even with the 07th mod there is no lip sync TwT. Reply reply SilentAssassinK95 • I doubt they were different answers, but rather the way the information was presented. 1. 2. Edit: If nothing else, at least use the original art as the default art and hide the hideous art in the options. More discussions. I personally don't think the PS3 sprites are as good as everyone else seems to think they are. After some researches I've learned that the Umineko Project PS3 port/patch is considered best way to read it. Umineko Project is a fan PC port of the two PS3 Umineko games: the full original VN with new sprites and backgrounds, full voiced, lips sync, animations, CGs. It took a week or two for the Higurashi games (which has 6 characters with sprites compared to 20+ characters in Umineko). Umineko project is a port of ps3 version, whereas 07th mod just applies ps3 sprites. Dreaming_Dreams • 10 mo. Of course its a preference thing. After finishing reading it, I also read the manga and am now re. csv. When the Seagulls Cry) is a Japanese murder mystery dōjin soft visual novel series produced by 07th Expansion (Ryukishi07). 1 year. 詰め合わせ [English Patched] When they cry 4 - Umineko no naku koro ni. Both Umineko and Higurashi have an alternate sprite set baked into the modern PC releases, and there's an additional set, the "console" sprite set, if you choose to mod them in, complete with new backgrounds. The patch contains the following: -PS3 voices. Note that this is now index 4 rather than 2 as it was for the sprites . For the second case, it could be imagined, but there wouldn’t be much of an advantage. 0. however they ask for a weird password. Gameplay. So there are the two backgrounds. The animations will be the biggest thing you miss out on because there are animations like the constant rain that permeates throughout the entire. There are three versions of Umineko sprites: Original: drawn by the writer, look very bad but some people say they have the most heart Steam sprites: almost universally hated,. Pachinko . I don't really understand the hate for pachinko sprites. Now that I own all the Manga and I lost hope to wait for Umineko Gold, I finally wanted to start the VNs properly, but there's a lot of options between Graphic settings/mods and Audio settings/mods and wanted to know what is recommended to play the game with. ago. Umineko no Naku Koro ni is originally a doujin sound novel which has 8 episodes released periodically. Oh, there's also manga, skip that too. you could play with the 07th mod, you can use the console backgrounds with the original ryukishi sprites, you just won’t have the extra animations and animated rain from umineko project. it might be possible if you manually replace the files and disable file verification. I haven’t had much luck trying to find everything I’m needing and thought I’d ask if anybody had any leads!. See the roadmap below for current patch status. ago Yes! Umineko Sprite Galleries. PS3 . can someone help me? Thank you dude. copy in the new 0. Only the watch the anime, and bask in the glory of a true Umineko fan. ago. Umineko Sprite Galleries. There are currently 4 English translations of Umineko, which is the Witch Hunt (first translation, original sprites), UmiTweak (PS3 sprites with some other editing from the Witch Hunt TL), Umineko Project (Animated PS3 sprites with brand new interface and some editing from Witch Hunt TL, only episode 1-4 currently available), and. Member. please patch the game to get the PS3 Sprites + voice acting, it makes the experience so much better, the voice acting is. Alternate mod recommendation. Umineko When They Cry - PC Opening 1 with PS3 SpritesMade by Forteissimo (07th-Mod Discord)my love to the Golden Witch. Umineko Saku Switch/PS4 Port Announced. Episode 2 death. Actualización 25/05/2021 *Resubiendo . Yo no segui las instrucciones, me confundian, yo hice lo siguiente: 1- Extrai los archivos, recién ahí aparece la carpeta "Umineko no Naku Koro ni Chiru" y dentro de dicha carpeta esta otra carpeta llamada " [07th Inq] Umineko Chiru Esp". Umineko's console sprites did an excellent job of keeping the overall intent of Ryukishi's original art while still polishing them and making them look actually presentable, which is. And add the 07th mod for PS3 sprites, voices and 2D backgroundsI have finally got my hands on Umineko only to learn that the PS3 patch exists. Reuploaded because I have to fix the syncing on the intros there If anyone's wondering about where I got the opening with the PS3 sprites and English title, it was. 2. And the quality would not the best since the screen is 3:4. Hello, people of r/umineko. Business, Economics, and Finance. I get these errors when I try to run the Umineko no Naku Koro ni EP8. 1 Umineko When They Cry. Is it possible, after downloading somehow. And specifically about last note, is there an Umineko Project equivalent for it?. PS3, 3. 07th Mod is fine honestly, might not have moving mouths, but the voice acting and ps3 graphics is more than enough. Episode 2 death. comeonbarbieletsgop. the differences is that the project features lip-sync, higher quality text boxes and. tumblr. hey guys, i finished the first episode of umineko yesterday and enjoyed it a lot, i heard that you can install a mod (07th-mod) in order to switch the sprites to the ps3 sprites but when i installed the mod my antivirus told me that the mod file is corrupted, so basically what i want to know is if the mod is actually safe or not. However, now that I'm currently playing through again with a friend, I do adore the PS3 sprites, too. PlayStation 3 - Umineko no Naku Koro ni ~Majo to Suiri no Rondo~ / Umineko no Naku Koro ni Chiru ~Shinjitsu to Gensou no Nocturne~ (JPN) - Full Body Sprites - The #1 source for video game sprites on the internet! 565654 Sep 18, 2016 @ 8:55am Umineko Question Arc PS3 Voice and Graphics Patch V1. 140,159. * 07th-Mod - A PS3, sprite, background, and voices mod for the MangaGamer/Steam release of Umineko. PS3 art + voices for second time. nsa, nscript. 1 rittybot • 4 yr. The OG sprites are also excellent, but you really miss out when you don’t have the beautiful CGs Get Umineko project instead of 07th modWho's Alchemist artist? In the original game, Ryuukishi07 is obviously the artist. A lot of the delivery comes off as very. Staybackifarted • 1 mo. Guía básica para disfrutar la experiencia Umineko en español, con gráficos de PS3, traducción optimizada, con voces al 100%. I wrote a guide on how to install it:. I however, am having issues getting Umineko Chiru to work. I prefer Shion and Keiichi (and facial expressions pretty much imitate the og sprite. Alternate mod recommendation. Premium Powerups Explore Gaming. com/pos… NOTE: These are not by me, and make sure to have enough space as the files are HUGE! You also need. The VA'ing is also. Downloads. The original, and the PS3 version. A alguien mas le sucedió que le aparecen sprites donde no deberían de estar? Porque voy por el 3er episodio y de un. People who played steam first will be fine with pachinko (like me). Rose Garden/Backgrounds. Most of the Ushiromiya women's sprites are especially atrocious. Having voice and vastly improved graphics would be wonderful, but the size of the patch hurts. It's like wheter the save / load screen board disapeared. It's still better to not use the hideous art at all. Matsuri had weird faces and weird proportions (Satoko and Rika. Play the Question Arcs (eps 1-4) first and then the Answer arcs (5-8). The Umineko Project technically uses stolen assets, even if it's to do something good. I'll take a high effort, faithful, and professional looking art over what Ryukishi slapped together in 10 minutes any day. Edit: If nothing else, at least use the original art as the default art and hide the hideous art in the options. Всё что угодно на около-Umineko-подобные нетехнические темы. Generally, I believe the PS3 sprites are definitely the most popular, even here. The steam verson has original and pachinko. Both Umineko and Higurashi have an alternate sprite set baked into the modern PC releases, and there's an additional set, the "console" sprite set, if you choose to mod them in, complete with new backgrounds. Umineko has been tough for me to evaluate so far, because I generally don't enjoy the quality of the prose and dialogue, or the way it sometimes lands on a trivial point or idea and drives it.