Meridiem Games, Omori's European publisher, has pulled the plug on the game's physical release across Europe for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. This decision, announced via Twitter (now X), cites complex technical challenges related to multilingual European localization.
Delays Leading to Cancellation
The physical release, initially slated for March 2023, faced repeated setbacks. Postponements to December 2023 and then March 2024 ultimately led to a January 2025 projection before the final cancellation. Pre-orders through retailers like Amazon were impacted, with customers receiving notices of further delays.
The publisher's Twitter statement offered little additional detail regarding the specific localization hurdles encountered. This lack of transparency has fueled fan disappointment, especially given the anticipation for an officially localized version in Spanish and other European languages. European fans still have the option of importing the US physical release.
Omori: A Look Back
Omori, a critically acclaimed RPG, follows Sunny, a young boy grappling with the aftermath of a traumatic experience. The game blends reality and a surreal dreamscape where Sunny adopts the persona of Omori. Initially launched on PC in December 2020, it expanded to Switch, PS4, and Xbox in 2022. However, the Xbox version was subsequently removed due to an issue with merchandise from the game's developer, OMOCAT. The cancellation of the European physical release adds another layer of complexity to the game's release history.
Image: Omori Cancels Switch and PS4 Physical Release in Europe
Image: Omori Cancels Switch and PS4 Physical Release in Europe
