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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 to launch July 29, earlier than expected
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 to launch July 29, earlier than expected. Up to 7 characters can join a battle, which is the largest party size in the series.
Elden Ring player “Let me solo her” is beloved by fans and inspiring imitators
Elden Ring player “Let me solo her” is beloved by fans and inspiring imitators with names like “Let me solo him” and “You Solo Her.”
Elden Ring Ver.1.04 is now live, bringing balance changes & new event phases for NPC “Patches” [Update]
Ver.1.04 update for Elden Ring is now live, and it brings numerous balance adjustments to weapons, spells, and skills, along with new event phases for the NPC “Patches.”
Livestreaming the same game is better than switching to a popular title, recent study in Japan suggests
A recent research paper suggests that it’s better for a livestreamer to keep streaming the same video game instead of switching over to a more popular title, in terms of their channel’s growth. At least, in the short term.
Deathsmiles I & II coming to Steam on June 23, preorders open for Steam Physical Version in Japan
Deathsmiles I & II is coming to Steam on June 23, along with a physical Steam version releasing in Japan that includes DLC characters, a soundtrack, and other items.
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Non-gaming news
“Let’s meet again in hell” Japanese out-of-print manga archive Manga Library Z begrudgingly shuts down, but swears to be back
After having all of its payment options disabled, Manga Library Z officially shut down on November 26, but J-Comi promises to bring it back.
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
Super Nintendo World’s new Donkey Kong Country area finally unveils its entrance in Japan
The entrance to Super Nintendo World’s new Donkey Kong Country expansion in Universal Studios Japan, Osaka has finally been unveiled.
