Region Locked
By Matt Barnes, Dazz Brown and Greg S-C
A fascinating exploration of the weird and wonderful video games not available to Western audiences
Unbound Exclusives
About the book
Not all games are released equal.
The barriers of language and culture can leave our world divided, and this includes the video games that we get the chance to play. Matt Barnes, Dazz Brown and Greg Seago-Curl of DidYouKnowGaming? created the YouTube series Region Locked to offer an insight into the weird and wonderful titles that never left their home countries, and now they bring their expertise to you, the gaming reader.
Encounter masterpieces you never knew existed from your favourite series and developers, as well as some utterly bizarre creations that seem so outlandish you might wonder how on earth they were released in the first place, from the trippy, meandering dreamscapes of 1998’s LSD: Dream Emulator to The Mysterious Murasame Castle, released in 1986 by Nintendo, and the intergalactic adventures of Crime Crackers (1994). The authors explore what it’s like to play these games, and investigate the fascinating characters and maverick designers behind them to discover why such remarkable creations never enjoyed international exposure.
For the casual gamer, keen developer, intrigued reader and hardcore fan alike, Region Locked is the key to a surreal and adventurous journey through the lost world of video games.
Are you able to ship to the United States?
Absolutely, Derek! Just add your shipping address during the checkout phase. Unbound Support
I'd love to pledge for a physical edition of the book, although I do not reside in the U.S. To which countries would you be able to ship the book?
Hi Abel, We ship the books from the UK all over the world - just add your delivery address during the checkout process. Thanks! Unbound Support
What is the set date for this book to be released if funding is successful? (If you have mentioned it somewhere, I then haven’t seen it, sorry for asking this pointless question if so)
Shipping is likely to be 8-12 months after the book gets funded. - Greg
When do you aim to have the book completed and unlocked into our hands?
Shipping will be about 8-12 months after the book gets funded. - Greg
I looked through the page and didn't see anything about an estimated release date... When do you plan to ship this beautiful labor of love?
The book should be in your hands 8 - 12 months after it's successfully funded. It'll be worth it wait BABY - Greg
Will it have every game you have a video on? Are there certain games that did not make it? Like Atlus Games?
The book won't feature every game we have a video on, no. However, it does feature a number of exclusive games that don't have videos!
Hey there, I'm a graphic designer who has always digged your videos and the work you do for the retro gaming community. Your content has greatly influenced my import purchases on my trips to Japan, and because of this I want to help out in more ways than just donating. If you guys need any help with the visual design process of this book, it's cover, or anything else, just let me know! I wouldn't mind helping out any way I can for free, as an additional "donation" to this project. Regardless, Best of luck and looking forward to this release.
Thanks Grant, that is a lovely offer but we already have the design covered - but thanks for your kind words.
When does funding end?
Hi Derek, we are getting closer to 100% each week, so we are going to keep the campaign going a bit longer.
When funded, what would be the estimated time for getting the book?
Hi Susanne, after book funds, the manuscript needs to be put together then their is a period of designing, editing etc. The book should come out about 12 months after the delivery of the manuscript.
I was curious to know what the Region Locked customised Japanese SNES pledge looked like and if another one could be made available. Thanks!
Hi Nicholas, let me check with the authors and i will get back to you. If you want to drop me an email at mathew@unbound.com and i can put you in touch directly.
Any estimate on when this would ship?
Hi Mathieu, the book will be delivered about 12 months after the manuscript gets delivered. As soon as it funds we will post regular updates for pledgers on how work on the book is progressing.
Hello there. Just wondering if you have any ideas on when the book will be published. Thanks :)
Hi Pierre, the book will come out roughly 12 months after delivery of the manuscript. We will post regular updates on the page to let everyone know how work on the book is progressing.
Earlybird?
Sorry not sure what your question is?
Just pledged and I can't wait for my copy! Will the logos on the front cover/spine be gold foil-blocked?
We are looking into that at the moment Joseph.
What does the bookmark look like?
We will have a mock-up available soon!
will the books only be produced when you reach 100% funding?
Yes unfortunately it will only be produced if it gets fully funded, but we're well on our way!
When will the first batch books be shipped
Hi Edgar, the book will come out roughly 12 months after delivery of the manuscript. We will post regular updates on the page to let everyone know how work on the book is progressing.
If bought as a gift for someone else, will you ask what name should be put in the book?
Hi Rachel, You can change the name in the book here: http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book Best wishes, Unbound Support
Hi, what is the estimated goal you want to reach and how long will it approximately take for the book to be printed after funded status has been reached?
We can't start work on the book until the funding target has been reached. After that, we can schedule the book for publication once we have received the final manuscript, so we can't set a date yet we're afraid. Unbound Support.
Do you guys have any ETA on when you think the book will be published? Will it be in a few months or closer to several years?
Hi Scott, the book will come out roughly 12 months after delivery of the manuscript. We will post regular updates on the page to let everyone know how work on the book is progressing.
When does funding end? Or does it keep going until the authors cancel it or it’s funded?
Hi Brennan - yes it will keep going until it funds (now on 71% so getting close!) or until the authors cancel it.
If this isn’t 100% backed will it still be published?
Unfortunately the book will not be published if it doesn't reach it's goal. So make sure to tell all your friends how amazing it's gonna be. - Greg
I pleadged for Two Signed Books with a friend but paid from my account. Is it possible to provide two names to add to the back of the book?
I believe if you follow this link you should be able to change the names in the books. http://help.unbound.com/unbound-for-readers/managing-your-subscriptions/changing-the-supporter-name-thats-printed-in-a-book - Greg
Why is the shipping $20??
Unfortunately that's what the shipping costs to send books overseas. We don't make any profit on the shipping.
How long are you planning to wait before claiming the book to be unfunded?
Hi Joseph, the book is now on 71% and is still getting pledges so we are going to keep it going for a while longer.
Will the backers be refunded the money pledged if the project ends up unfunded?
I believe so, yes. - Greg
The campaign seems to have gone stagnant. The last update was back in September and the pledge amount has barely moved. Any news from y'all? I want to see this come to fruition but I feel like it's gonna be years away at this point.
Hey! Thanks for your support and your concern. We're actually planning on a big update in the very near future with new tiers and goodies along with an update video that should hopefully reignite the project in a big way! - Greg
Hi ! Will my credit card be debited right after I enter my informations or after the book is successfully funded ?
Hey Victor, I'm not entirely sure about this. I will attempt to get Unbound to tell you more. - Greg
Hey there, I originally pledged for the Earlybird Signed tier and I was hoping to upgrade to get my hands on a bookmark as well. However, it won't let me choose an upgrade tier with the bookmark added for some reason. (I mean, unless I go really high and get the super bundle but I can't afford that) Will there be an alternative way to get bookmarks? Maybe as an add-on?
You should just be able to change it, I'm not sure why it doesn't work, I will contact Unbound and get back to you ASAP - Greg
Hey, the last update was back in September, so I was wondering when you guys would be making a new update on the progress of the campaign. Congrats on 66% and thanks in advance for answering.
Hey Scott! Thanks for your question, we have a meeting with the people for Unbound coming up soon and we'll post a proper update after that. We'll also now be posting 2 region locked videos a month on DidYouKnowGaming, which should garner the project a lot of attention! Thanks for your support. - Greg
Again, because I'm not loving the removal of fair and valid questions: The update email we just received says that you're entering pre-press, Wich includes editing... But you've supposedly been in editing since last summer. Can you please clarify and provide a more clear status?
Hi Eric, it is Mathew here and editor at Unbound. The manuscript has been delivered to us and we are turning it into a book - so laying it out, typesetting, copy editing it etc. Hope this makes sense! Mathew