• Release Year: 2021 (initial complete patch).
• Team: Independent fan group (credited as “Ouran DS Translation Team”).
• Scope: Full script translation (approx. 50,000+ lines), menu localization, image editing, and bug fixing.
• Method: ROM patching (xdelta format). Requires a legally obtained Japanese ROM and a DS emulator or flashcart.

The Ouran High School Host Club series, including the manga, anime, and DS game, has left a lasting impact on fans worldwide. The series' blend of humor, romance, and drama has created a unique and captivating experience that continues to resonate with audiences.

• A Dual Protagonist System: You can play as Haruhi Fujioka (following the anime’s plot) OR as a custom-named, original female student who joins the Host Club as a "guest member." This second route allows for deeper romantic options unconstrained by Haruhi’s established personality.
• The "Tension" System: A unique DS touch-screen mechanic where you must tap floating rose petals to maintain conversation flow. Fail, and the host you’re wooing loses interest.
• Multiple Endings: Each host (Tamaki, Kyoya, Hikaru, Kaoru, Mori, Honey, and even Renge) has multiple endings, including friendship, romance, and comedic "bomb" endings.
• Mini-games: From serving tea to playing piano with Tamaki, the DS stylus is constantly in use.