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AI image generator “mimic” renews its anti-fraud policies after receiving criticism
mimic is an AI-powered image generating service where users upload their own illustrations, and the service’s AI then learns from the images in order to create new illustrations of a similar style. mimic will incorporate stronger measures to prevent fraudulent use of the service and plans to launch the new beta version in October.
Masahiro Sakurai’s YouTube videos are being used in game development lessons
The videos on Masahiro Sakurai’s YouTube channel, “Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games,” have drawn even more attention after it was discovered that they are being used to teach students in game development lectures.
Konami’s popular digital board game Momotetsu lets students learn while gaming
Konami has announced the Education Edition of its popular digital board game series, Momotaro Dentetsu. The game’s title is displayed in English as Momotetsu Education Edition and the game is expected to be offered free of charge to Japanese schools and educational institutions beginning in 2023.
Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion Collector’s Edition in Japan includes “Aerith’s Letter” and fans are conflicted
Square Enix has announced that Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion (CCFF7R) is set to release on December 13. Square Enix has also posted information regarding the Collector’s Edition and Hero Edition releases for the game in Japan. These editions each include an “Aerith’s Letter” item that was quick to grab the attention of fans.
Guilty Gear: Bridget’s gender identity officially confirmed by developers
Arc System Works gave their official stance on the gender identity of Bridget, a recent DLC addition to the Guilty Gear -Strive- roster. “After the events of Bridget’s story in Arcade Mode, she self-identifies as a woman. So, as to whether ‘he’ or ‘she’ would be the correct pronoun for Bridget, the answer would be ‘she.’”
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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.
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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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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.