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Was the Super Mario RPG hidden boss designed by Final Fantasy artist Tetsuya Nomura? Fans speculate
Renewed interest in Super Mario RPG and its original artwork leads to speculations about the origins of boss monster Culex and the possibility of Final Fantasy artist Tetsuya Nomura being involved in his design.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – actor of Tomizawa the taxi driver “broke down crying” when he read his scenario
In an interview about his role as Eric Takizawa, the new playable character in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, actor and singer Satoru Iguchi revealed that his first reading of the scenario was quite emotional for him.
Super Mario RPG: This sweet detail in Bowser’s behavior has swept fans off their feet
A certain detail in Bowser’s behavior Super Mario RPG shows a rather caring and affectionate side to him, once again leading people to the conclusion that he is in fact, adorable.
Why has having to repeatedly talk to NPCs and search through drawers and boxes in video games become a chore?
Japanese users and developers discuss the topic of “menial tasks” in video games that such as checking all drawers and boxes for items and talking to NPCs multiple times.
User combines video games and cycling to lose weight and tackle chronic conditions
Japanese gamer documents weight loss journey on X, combining gaming and exercising in what they call a “Game Diet” to achieve their goals.
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Exploitation of anime creators prompts investigation by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has launched an investigation into unfair trade practices in the domestic anime and film industries.
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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 Nintendo Store will no longer accept credit cards issued abroad and overseas Paypal accounts
Nintendo announced that they plan to stop accepting such payments on their Japanese Nintendo Store in order to prevent fraud.
