Hatoful Boyfriend creator Moa stated that she received the unpaid royalties owed to her by Epic Games. The developer previously stated that she had not received royalties for over 2 years since Epic took over the game’s publisher Mediatonic.
As well as reporting that the royalties had been paid, Moa took time to thank supporters, whose “buzz” she says was helpful and meaningful in solving the issue. She also stated that she believes that Epic Games will now send her regular sales reports.
Hatoful Boyfriend is a 2011 romantic visual novel set in a world in which humans co-exist with sentient birds. Taking on the role of a sophomore student at a school for birds, the player attempts to woo a number of avian suitors. The game also inspired a Christmas-themed sequel called Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star, as well as well as a complete edition including both games and several extras.
You can find Moa’s Twitter statement below:
The issue with Hatoful Boyfriend and royalties was originally brought up by Moa on Twitter back in late September 2023. Epic Games also develops and publishes Fortnite, which wrapped up its Fortnite OG mini-season earlier this month.
Hatoful Boyfriend is available on the PS4, Vita, mobile devices, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.
