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Japanese PS Store now accepts IARC ratings, making it easier to release games in Japan
SIE confirmed to us that the Japanese PlayStation Store now accepts IARC ratings in addition to the existing CERO ratings. Please note that this applies to download-only games.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R to feature 50 characters from the manga series
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam). It’s scheduled to release in early fall 2022.
The DioField Chronicle is a new real-time strategy RPG from Square Enix
The DioField Chronicle is a real-time strategy RPG from Square Enix set to release in 2022 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).
Valkyrie Elysium announced as the newest title from Valkyrie Profile series
Square Enix has announced Valkyrie Elysium, a new game from the Valkyrie series for PS4, PS5, and PC (Steam). It’s scheduled to release in 2022.
Cyberpunk RPG ANNO: Mutationem EN/JP/CN voiceover sample showcased
ANNO: Mutationem’s official Twitter account has showcased a short sample of the game’s English, Japanese, and Chinese voiceovers. Ann and Ayane, the two main characters in the game, are voiced by Suzie Yeung and Lizzie Freeman respectively.
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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.
