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Tower of Fantasy is recruiting Localization Specialists but draws concerns over compensation
Tower of Fantasy’s new Dev’s Report introduces content in the Ver. 2.0 update and a notice regarding their initiative to improve the game’s localization via a Localization Specialist program. However, users have been quick to express their concerns regarding said program.
Is there a homogenization of character sizes in Japanese games? Developers weigh in
A tweet posted by an illustrator points out differences between character designs in older Japanese games compared to more recent ones. A number of experienced game developers and character designers chimed in on the subject.
Splatoon 3: Shell-Out Machine gacha rituals become a craze among Japanese players
A new trend of performing what one might describe as “gacha rituals” has been spreading among Splatoon 3 players in Japan. This recent trend involves players performing strange and sometimes very elaborate rituals to improve their chances at pulling a good item.
pixiv announces its policies on AI art to differentiate between regular posts and AI-generated works
pixiv has announced its policy on AI-generated works. The announcement states, “We have recently witnessed a surge of inquiries regarding artworks in which all or most of the production process is carried out by AI,” and starting in late October, the site plans to implement some changes.
Harvestella dev interview: What they decided to change after getting feedback on the demo
Harvestella, a life simulation RPG from Square Enix, is set to release on November 4. For the occasion, we sat down with the game’s developers to learn more about the improvements and additions that have been made since the release of the demo.
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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 and The Pokémon Company file lawsuit against PocketPair’s Palworld
A patent infringement lawsuit has been filed against Palworld dev PocketPair by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company.