PS1 Cult Classic Hits West After 26-Year Wait
After 26 years in Japanese obscurity, a beloved PS1 cult classic is finally receiving an official English translation. Milano's Odd Job Collection launches 9th December
After 26 years in Japanese obscurity, a beloved PS1 cult classic is finally receiving an official English translation.
Milano's Odd Job Collection launches on 9th December 2025 across modern platforms, bringing one of the PlayStation's most charming curiosities to Western audiences for the first time.
Publisher XSEED Games has confirmed the release will span PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Windows Store. Furthermore, Switch buyers will receive a free upgrade to the Switch 2 version when it launches at a later date. The pricing sits at $15 (approx. £12 / €14, based on current exchange rates; check local retailers for exact pricing), making this significantly more affordable than hunting down original copies.
Milano's Odd Job Collection will be dishing out a good time on PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series X|S, & Nintendo Switch on Dec. 9! Get more details on where and when to wishlist on your preferred platform in the reply below!
— XSEED Games (@xseedgames.bsky.social) 28 October 2025 at 17:58
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Indeed, tracking down the Japanese PS1 original presents both logistical and financial challenges. Currently, eBay listings show copies demanding several hundred dollars each, reflecting the game's rarity and cult status among collectors. This official release therefore offers remarkable value for retro enthusiasts seeking authentic PlayStation experiences without the premium price tag.
The game itself casts players as an 11-year-old girl determined to spend her summer embracing capitalism through various part-time jobs during a 40-day vacation. It essentially functions as a cosy minigame collection, distinguished by some of the most delightful pixel art the PS1 era produced. The charming aesthetic and relaxed gameplay should appeal strongly to modern audiences who appreciate retro gaming's simpler pleasures.
Credit: Steam
Remarkably, the localisation has been handled by Hilltop, a fan translation group renowned within preservation circles for making obscure Japanese titles accessible. This marks their first official project, having previously created acclaimed fan translations including Boku no Natsuyasumi 2. Their involvement ensures the translation maintains the original's spirit while making it accessible to English-speaking audiences.
Seeing dedicated fan translators transition to official work represents a heartening development for game preservation. These passionate individuals have long performed invaluable work bringing forgotten gems to wider audiences, often without recognition or compensation. Consequently, Hilltop's collaboration with XSEED sets a welcome precedent for future partnerships between publishers and community experts.
Milano's Odd Job Collection joins a growing trend of retro revivals that introduce classic games to new generations while rewarding longtime fans. The December release date provides perfect timing for cosy winter gaming sessions, allowing players to experience a slice of PlayStation history that was previously inaccessible to most Western gamers.
