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Super Real Mahjong Venus Returns to be postponed for Summer 2026 due to the game topping its crowdfunding goal by 1,690%.
2025-12-24 00:01
Based on Sega’s Code of Jokers arcade TCG, the new title was planned to launch outside of Japan in late 2025.
2025-12-23 22:00
Developer Nankidai announced that the full release of Your Turn To Die: Death Game By Majority will be delayed.
2025-12-23 15:24
KaniPro Games and Happy Soft have announced that their indecent sequel to Hong Kong 97 will not be coming to Steam as planned.
2025-12-23 13:41
Gremory Games has published the first teaser trailer for Taimanin Squad, a new entry in the ninja eroge franchise.
2025-12-23 12:38
As revealed at China Game Industry Annual Conference 2025, the success of Black Myth: Wukong hugely helped boost national tourism.
2025-12-23 00:01
Tokimeki Memorial’s arcade version had a peculiar system that reacted to how much the player was sweating.
2025-12-22 23:00
LiTMUS and streamer-turned-game developer Yoshinama say their debut collaboration game Mamon King has exceeded sales expectations sixfold.
2025-12-22 22:00
The demo includes the game’s prologue and part of the common route.
2025-12-22 21:00
Himouto! Umaru-chan author Sankakuhead talks about the manga’s sad background story, something he’s always been conflicted about going public with.
2025-12-22 20:00
Showcase of upcoming or recently released Japanese indie party games with multiplayer support.
2025-12-20 22:00
Recent interview reveals Fist of the North Star author Buronson has been working on brand-new material, but has difficulties getting it greenlit by publishers.
2025-12-19 22:00
Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA) has forced Apple to open its OS to third-party app stores, but the company has responded with rules that seemingly undercut the benefits.
2025-12-19 18:33
The new credit card, offered by viviON and JCB, is meant to ensure consumers can use DLsite and related services “with peace of mind.”
2025-12-19 16:46
Deltarune creator Toby Fox shed some light on the development of the upcoming Chapter 5 in his Winter 2025 newsletter.
2025-12-19 16:16
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo addresses shareholders’ concerns about longtime fans waiting for new mainline entries.
2025-12-19 15:30
Super Real Mahjong Venus Returns to be postponed for Summer 2026 due to the game topping its crowdfunding goal by 1,690%.
2025-12-24 00:01
Based on Sega’s Code of Jokers arcade TCG, the new title was planned to launch outside of Japan in late 2025.
2025-12-23 22:00
Developer Nankidai announced that the full release of Your Turn To Die: Death Game By Majority will be delayed.
2025-12-23 15:24
KaniPro Games and Happy Soft have announced that their indecent sequel to Hong Kong 97 will not be coming to Steam as planned.
2025-12-23 13:41
Gremory Games has published the first teaser trailer for Taimanin Squad, a new entry in the ninja eroge franchise.
2025-12-23 12:38
Tokimeki Memorial’s arcade version had a peculiar system that reacted to how much the player was sweating.
2025-12-22 23:00
LiTMUS and streamer-turned-game developer Yoshinama say their debut collaboration game Mamon King has exceeded sales expectations sixfold.
2025-12-22 22:00
The demo includes the game’s prologue and part of the common route.
2025-12-22 21:00
Himouto! Umaru-chan author Sankakuhead talks about the manga’s sad background story, something he’s always been conflicted about going public with.
2025-12-22 20:00
Showcase of upcoming or recently released Japanese indie party games with multiplayer support.
2025-12-20 22:00
Recent interview reveals Fist of the North Star author Buronson has been working on brand-new material, but has difficulties getting it greenlit by publishers.
2025-12-19 22:00
Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA) has forced Apple to open its OS to third-party app stores, but the company has responded with rules that seemingly undercut the benefits.
2025-12-19 18:33
The new credit card, offered by viviON and JCB, is meant to ensure consumers can use DLsite and related services “with peace of mind.”
2025-12-19 16:46
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo addresses shareholders’ concerns about longtime fans waiting for new mainline entries.
2025-12-19 15:30
Sony Honda Mobility’s new battery electric car Afeela will be the world’s first vehicle with integrated PS Remote Play.
2025-12-19 13:49
The Tokyo eSports Festa 2026 will not allow players to use Chun-Li, Kimberly, Manon, A.K.I., and Cammy’s recent swimsuit skins.
2025-12-18 22:00
Recent interview reveals Fist of the North Star author Buronson has been working on brand-new material, but has difficulties getting it greenlit by publishers.
2025-12-19 22:00
DLsite’s “otaku friendly” social network service Pommu has returned after a month-long maintenance period.
2025-12-18 18:35
Major japanese ebook platform Comic C’moA reveals that isekai was the top manga genre among men and women in 2025.
2025-12-17 00:01
The viral VTuber grandma was introduced as a “85-year-old” on her debut, but was actually 84 at the time.
2025-12-12 01:00
Gainax founding member and former employee Hideaki Anno shares new unfortunate details about the studio’s past after it’s official dissolution on December 11.
2025-12-11 14:58
Yūko Miyamura, the voice behind Evangelion’s Asuka, is debuting as a VTuber. The actress unveiled her new avatar on December 4.
2025-12-10 21:00
Kadokawa recently acquired SOZO with plans to expand its reach in Southeast Asia through anime conventions and other live events.
2025-12-05 02:00
It was recently revealed that a new live-action adaptation of Look Back will be directed by award-winning filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda.
2025-12-04 22:00
Masakazu Katsura reported that all of the manuscripts for his cult classic manga, Video Girl Ai, were stolen, amounting to $5 million USD in damages.
2025-12-04 21:00
Winners of the contest will have the opportunity to debut in Japan, with editorial and publishing support from Kadokawa.
2025-12-03 02:00
Due to “AI fraud” becoming much more frequent, Japanese recruiters have started asking applicants to draw in front of them during interviews.
2025-12-03 01:00
Survey reveals that “italian brainrot” was Japanese schoolgirls top buzzword in 2025. The term ranked second most popular among Japanese boys.
2025-12-02 02:00
Jokes aside, Challia Bull’s makeover in Gundam GQuuuuuuX was also accompanied by a lot more screen time and a deeper exploration of his character and friendship with fellow Newtype Char.
2025-11-27 23:00
Last month, it was announced that Japan’s legendary Super Sentai series would be ending after 50 years. TV Asahi’s CEO recently commented on the decision.
2025-11-27 03:00
Neon Genesis Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno initially had very different ideas about how the Rebuild tetralogy should end.
2025-11-22 00:01
20 out of 100 viral buzzword nominees in Japan are related to Gundam GQuuuuuuX, which is more than any other single franchise.
2025-11-21 23:00
Detailed guide on beating the Shuromuku boss in Silent Hill f. Breakdown of all attack patterns and how to deal with them.
2025-10-03 15:56
Guide on how to beat the Father and Mother boss duo in Silent Hill f. Breakdown of attack patterns and how to deal with them.
2025-09-30 16:57
Step by step guide on obtaining the the Omamori [Whale] charm on your first playthrough in Silent Hill f.
2025-09-29 17:27
Tips on beating the Rinko-like entity in Silent Hill f. Breakdown of attack patterns and how to deal with them.
2025-09-26 17:01
Tips on beating the Birthing Monster that appears in Silent Hill f’s Dark Shrine. A breakdown of attack patterns and how to deal with them.
2025-09-25 15:05
Tips on defeating the Sakuko monster at the end of Silent Hill 2’s Dark Shrine. A breakdown of attacks and how to deal with them.
2025-09-25 12:39
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Tips on how to locate and obtain the secret Omamori [Cat] charm hidden in Silent Hill f’s Dark Shrine.
2025-09-24 16:03
Tips and general info about Monster Hunter Wilds’ latest free challenge quest “The Daunting Downpour.”
2025-07-31 17:14
Rules, rewards and tips on tackling Monster Hunter Wild’s new “Fleeting Bubbles” challenge quest.
2025-07-09 16:38
Monster Hunter Wilds “An Inferno Laid Bare” event quest tasks you with hunting a Nu Udra in the Oilwell Basin. Here are some tips for beating it.
2025-07-09 13:10
Unlocking the Goddess of Victory: Nikke CD-Key in Stellar Blade’s Complete Edition requires quite a bit of in-game progression.
2025-06-13 13:33
Our tips on how to use Ultron against Psylocke, Spider-Man, Iron Fist and other dive heroes in Marvel Rivals.
2025-06-09 18:09
Monster Hunter Wilds’ new event quest rewards you with Palico headgear, but you have to defeat three monsters at once to get it.
2025-06-04 13:02
Here’s how to get your hands on Monster Hunter Wild’s new Akuma α and Blanka-Chan α armor sets, step-by-step.
2025-05-30 18:25
Capcom has translated some of Akuma’s classic fighting game-style inputs from Street Fighter 6 into Monster Hunter Wilds.
2025-05-29 18:01
Recent data shows that completing The Hundred Line can take from 145 to 220 hours – however, it all depends on the choices you make.
2025-05-20 18:58
Non-gaming news
Veteran manga writer behind Fist of the North Star is still trying to publish new stories at 78, but “no publisher wants to use them”
Recent interview reveals Fist of the North Star author Buronson has been working on brand-new material, but has difficulties getting it greenlit by publishers.
Indie games
Your Turn To Die: Death Game By Majority’s full release delayed until further notice. Developer Nankidai wants to polish it up “without any regrets”
Developer Nankidai announced that the full release of Your Turn To Die: Death Game By Majority will be delayed.
nintendo
Chef Kawasaki “micro bikini” ride deleted from Kirby Air Riders Machine Market, immediately replaced by succubus Chef Kawasaki
As players lament the loss of micro bikini Chef Kawasaki, succubus Chef Kawasaki has replaced it as the priciest custom ride in Kirby Air Riders.
