It is relatively common to see some leaked information about an anime or manga come out before its official release. Usually, these spoilers do not hinder the experience too much, but for a story like Higurashi which relies on its shock value, they can be quite troublesome.
There are very few instances where production companies have decided to express their displeasure regarding spoilers openly. In this case, along with the expression of dissatisfaction, the production committee for Higurashi has decided to take a strong stand.
The official Twitter account for Higurashi: When They Cry anime has released a statement addressing the recent anime spoilers. The production committee apologized to the fans for the inconvenience and ensured that they were in no way involved with the leaks.
To
all “Higurashi When They Cry ” Fans Thank you for always supporting “Higurashi When They Cry”.
Since last week,
there is a situation where inside information has been leaked to SNS etc. even before broadcasting and distribution of “Higurashi When They Cry” .
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and concern to our fans.
Higurashi When They Cry The Production Committee is not involved in this information leakage at all.
For the fans who are looking forward to the story, the production committee
will respond to such an event including legal measures.
In addition, regarding events that correspond to copyright infringement,
we will cooperate with SNS affiliated companies, including requesting to freeze the account .
I would like to continue to support “Higurashi When They Cry / Graduate”.
Higurashi When They Cry Production Committee
English Translation, Twitter Translate
They have also threatened legal action against anyone involved with these leaks. Any social media accounts found publishing copyrighted material without permission will also be frozen by the company.
The statement comes after significant spoilers for episode 6 were leaked on Reddit on 26th July, three days before its release. The episode marked the finale of the first story arc of the new season.
The producers have decided to step in to prevent any potential spoilers for the ongoing storyline. It seems like they have a shocking finale lined up for this one too.
This is not the first instance where information about the Higurashi anime has been leaked. Last year, Funimation had revealed the accurate title of the Higurashi remake, Higurashi: When They Cry- GOU, which was supposed to be revealed after the release of episode 2.
It is good to see the producers stand against anime spoilers. Although it might not bother most people, they are the bane of our existence for some of us.
About Higurashi: When They Cry
Higurashi: When They Cry is a Japanese murder mystery dōjin soft visual novel series produced by 07th Expansion that comprises the first two entries of the When They Cry franchise. The series focuses on a group of young friends living in the fictional rural village of Hinamizawa and the strange events that occur there in 1983.
Keiichi Maebara has just moved to the quiet little village of Hinamizawa in the summer of 1983 and quickly becomes inseparable friends with schoolmates Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude.
However, darkness lurks underneath the seemingly idyllic life they lead.
When madness and paranoia begin taking root in Keiichi’s heart, he will stumble straight into the mysteries at work in Higurashi no Naku Koro ni, a story that is told across multiple arcs.
Source: Higurashi Anime Twitter Account
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