Novice Editor-in-Chief since October 2023.
She grew up playing Duke Nukem and Wolfenstein with her dad, and is now enamored with obscure Japanese video games and internet culture. Currently devoted to growing Automaton West to the size of its Japanese sister-site, while making sure to keep news concise and developer stories deep and stimulating.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins post-launch updates and future DLC: What to expect?

Dynasty Warriors: Origins' developers talk about what they have planned for post-launch updates and the possibility of future DLC.
Support studio Tose successfully turns around financial losses, reporting 160.9% growth in console and PC game sector

Japanese co-developer Tose has reported a major turnaround in their earnings, overcoming significant losses from last year.
Nintendo Switch 2 accessories by Genki were made based on leaks, not actual device, company representative confirms

Genki's representative confirms that the company is not in possession of an authentic Nintendo Switch 2 or accurate information about it.
Nintendo Switch 2 mockup revealed during CES 2025 is “unofficial and was not provided by us,” Nintendo says

In statements to Japanese news outlets, Nintendo has distanced itself from US-based tech manufacturer Genki and its actions at CES 2025.
Your Name producer faces 6 years in prison for child prostitution case involving over 100 victims

Your Name producer Koichiro Ito is facing a six-year prison sentence for violations of child pornography and chilld prostitution laws.
Square Enix shares new policy against harassment of their employees and executives

Square Enix Group published a new policy addressing harassment of its employees, executives and partners on January 10.
How can game developers stay ahead of AI-generated games? Zero Escape creator Kotaro Uchikoshi shares views

AI: The Somnium Files and Zero Escape creator Kotaro Uchikoshi talks about how leaps in AI technology will affect game development.
Speculation about Project Century so far is all wrong, RGG Studio head says

RGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama debunks fan theories about Project Century circulating online, saying they're all "completely off the mark."
Pokémon was Japan’s most powerful entertainment brand in 2024, according to study

Pokémon took the top spot in a ranking of Japan’s most wide-reaching entertainment brands in the year 2024.
NetEase deletes website of Visions of Mana developer Ouka Studios

NetEase Games seems to have shut down the official website of Ouka Studios, the developer of Square Enix’s Visions of Mana.
Atlus won’t lose its “human touch” nor stop taking risks even if their scale of development grows larger, says Persona series producer

At the CEDEC+KYUSHU 2024 developers’ conference held in Japan on November 23, 2024, Persona series creative producer Kazuhisa Wada made a presentation on various aspects of the franchise, including how Atlus plans to continue making Persona games amidst the changing…
Japan Air Self Defense Force’s furry mascots stir up controversy among Japanese politicians

Japan's Ministry of Defense unveiled the cover of the February issue of their official magazine, which has caused some controversy for featuring sexualized furry characters.
Atlus’ approach to making Persona games is akin to “giving users deadly poison wrapped in a sweet coating,” according to producer

Persona series creative producer Kazuhisa Wada talks about how Atlus's approach to making Persona games has transformed through the years.
Like a Dragon’s devs know Gaiden was well received for being shorter, but Pirates Yakuza in Hawaii unintentionally ended up being a bigger game anyway

RGG Studio director Masayoshi Yokoyama talks about Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's volume and why it exceeds that of Gaiden by 1.3x.
RGG Studio’s director says the good thing about Sega is that they go beyond “safe” game projects, accepting the possibility of failure

Director of Like a Dragon series developer RGG Studio talks about Sega's accepting policy towards risks and new challenges.
Nihon Falcom is remaking the Trails series to battle its growing reputation as a “niche” franchise, according to president

Nihon Falcom's president Toshihiro Kondo talks about the reasons behind the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter remake and other potential Trails remakes.
Blue Archive and Azur Lane publisher Yostar announces new RPG Stella Sora

Blue Archive publisher Yostar has announced and opened pre-registrations for the light-hearted fantasy RPG Stella Sora.
In Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, RGG Studio painstakingly resurrects another arcade game that’s never been ported before

RGG Studio’s technical lead Yutaka Ito shares insights about The Ocean Hunter's inclusion in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.
Nitroplus reports 24% yearly profit growth following acquisition by Cygames owner CyberAgent

Saya no Uta and Steins;Gate developer Nitroplus saw annual net profit increase by 24.1% to 773 million yen in fiscal year 2024.
“Games used to be blamed for crime, but now they’re finally recognized as culture,” Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii celebrates award from Japanese government

Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii receives an award from the Commissioner of Japan's the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
Hideki Kamiya regrets harsh outburst towards Okami fan on X so much he wants to “snap his own neck off”

Hideki Kamiya is known for calling people insects on X, but he seems to be extremely regretfull of one harsh interaction with a fan.
Nihon Falcom founder Masayuki Kato dies at 78

In a notice to shareholders published on December 17, Nihon Falcom announced that its founder, chairman and former president Masayuki Kato died on December 15, 2024.