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“Repair costs are through the roof, please buy my game” After having their home and car wrecked by their mom, a Japanese solo developer is sending a heartfelt plea for support
Japanese solo indie developer behind the story-driven adventure game Goodbye World is in need of support after a traumatic event.
We asked the Australian Classification board why Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact was banned. They said it suggests “sexual violence against minors”
The Australian rating board has responded to our inquiry about why Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact was denied classification.
Nintendo shares rise for 8 consecutive days, reaching record high in response to Saudi Arabian fund lowering its stake to 5.26%
Nintendo’s stock price has reached a record high since listing, fueled by the reduction of the PIF’s stake and speculation about the Switch 2.
Bandai Namco wanted Secret Level’s Pac-Man episode to be as weird as possible
Secret Level’s creators reveal that Bandai Namco itself wanted audiences to “wonder WTF they did to Pac-Man?” in its dedicated episode.
Overwhelmed by never-ending demands from players, the solo developer behind hit indie horror Homicipher is bringing an end to updates
The sole developer behind the hit indie horror game Homicipher is ending all updates and work on the game as a result of incessant demands from users.
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Japan Air Self Defense Force’s 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.
