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(UPDATED) Visa payment suspended on legal dating site for otaku, prompting response from Japanese politician
Japanese Diet member Taro Yamada criticizes sudden bans by international payment processors that impact legally operating companies and their customers.
Indie hit Helltaker’s creator to release new game Awaria alongside its soundtrack very soon
Vanripper, creator of indie hit Helltaker, has announced that he will be releasing a brand new game titled Awaria on Steam.
Marvel Rivals Venom guide: Abilities and how to use them effectively
Guide on Marvel Rivals’ Venom. Abilities, how and when to use them, and whom to target to make the best use of Venom.
Sega is changing its global strategy to become an IP powerhouse, reviving dormant franchises and aggressively pursuing transmedia projects
Sega shared insight into their new global strategy- to make Sega a global company again by harnessing the power of their beloved IPs.
Elden Ring Nightreign announcement sends Bandai Namco stock price soaring
Today’s reveal of FromSoftware’s Elden Ring spin-off Elden Ring Nightreign increased investor confidence in publisher Bandai Namco.
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Japan Air Self Defense Force’s erotic furry mascots stir up controversy among Japanese politicians
Japan’s Ministry of Defense unveiled the cover of the February issue of their official magazine, which has caused some controversy for featuring sexualized furry characters.
Indie games
Learn Japanese by taking photos in this cozy new game (Updated)
Shashingo: Learn Japanese with Photography is a fun new language learning game that helps you learn everyday Japanese by taking photos.
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Japanese convenience store gives Donkey Kong Country Returns HD buyers a real banana
Those who buy the upcoming Switch game Donkey Kong Country Returns HD at Lawson stores in Japan get a surprise potassium-packed snack.
