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Release of Tokyo Stories, 3D pixel art game set in a deserted Tokyo gets postponed
The release of Tokyo Stories, a 3D adventure game set in a deserted Tokyo, has been postponed to an unannounced date. Producer Ikeda Yuki mentions wanting to expand the scale of the game.
Only up! update makes game less maddening. But why are users protesting?
A new update for Only Up! was released on June 15. Users have mixed reactions at the fact that the game has become easier.
Nintendo warns Splatoon 3 players against inappropriate and offensive nicknames
Nintendo has issued a warning on the official Splatoon Twitter account regarding the use of inappropriate nicknames. Players using such nicknames can be restricted from the game or even have their device banned.
Bandai Namco’s Blue Protocol impresses and confuses players with superb quality of cabbage
The detailed depiction of cabbage in Blue Protocol has players mistified, especially with other fresh produce being of significantly lower quality.
An interview with Yuya Kimura, PSO2: NGS series producer: What made him decide to return to the public eye, and about NGS to this point and into the future
Interview with the Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis (NGS) series producer Mr. Yuya Kimura about the reasons behind his decision to return to the public eye after a long period of absence from the media and events. We also discuss the past and future of NGS.
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Yaranaika meme’s source manga Kuso Miso Technique banned in Japan by Amazon
Kuso Miso Technique, the manga that inspired the immortal Yaranaika meme and recently crowdfunded an OVA adaptation, has been banned from Amazon in Japan.
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 has always communicated through its products, without explaining itself much – Shigeru Miyamoto gives insights into new museum
Shigeru Miyamoto discusses the philosophy behind the new Nintendo Museum and how his signature unintentionally became one of the exhibits.