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Monster Hunter Rise will add Rush from Mega Man 11 on Sept. 24
Monster Hunter Rise will add Rush from Mega Man 11 on Sept. 24 as part of Capcom Collab 4.
French publisher Microids will revive two of Taito’s renowned franchises
French publisher Microids will revive two of Taito’s renowned franchises. The new games are already in production and are expected to launch in 2022.
Online mahjong game announces termination of service on the day of its official release
Online mahjong game announces termination of service on the day of its official release. Himejanki officially launched on September 6, and gave notice that the game will be terminating service on September 30.
Beaver city-builder Timberborn is off to a good start; the game is rated Very Positive on Steam
Beaver city-builder Timberborn is off to a good start; the game is rated Very Positive on Steam.
Tales of Arise is the fastest selling game in series history
Tales of Arise is the fastest selling game in series history with first week shipments & digital sales of over one million units.
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Non-gaming news
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.
nintendo
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.
