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Marvel vs. Capcom fans mourn Japan-exclusive character’s likely absence from upcoming remaster
Who is Marvel vs. Street Fighter’s Japan-only character Norimaro, and why is he likely absent from the upcoming Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics?
Elden Ring manga author goes on hiatus to play the DLC
Nikiichi Tobita, the author of the comedy manga Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree will be taking a break to play the new DLC.
Danganronpa creators are “risking their lives” for their new game, which has put them in debt
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy developer Kazutaka Kodaka says the company took out a loan and is still in debt because of the project.
Yakuza creator’s new studio reports profits in 2023 despite not having any games out yet
Like a Dragon series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi’s new company Nagoshi Studio has yet to release its first game, but has reported profits.
Square Enix’s Team Asano regrets announcing the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake too early
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake’s November 14 release date was revealed yesterday, just over 3 years after the game’s initial announcement.
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Becoming an immortal meme doesn’t mean success: Japanese author’s series stopped selling after its anime adaptation went viral for awkward animation
Author of “Osamake: Romcom Where The Childhood Friend Won’t Lose” opens up about the negative effect the title’s anime adaptation has had on sales of the light novel series.
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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Nintendo’s attorney weighs in on what makes emulators illegal
Koji Nishiura, patent attorney and deputy general manager of Nintendo’s intellectual property department, talks about legal problems surrounding emulation.