VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Hideaki Fujiwara
JP AUTOMATON writer
Stellar Blade’s uncensored release in Japan prompts criticism of rating system
Shift Up's Stellar Blade will release in Japan uncensored with a CERO D (17+) rating - this decision has caused criticism of the rating system.
Final Fantasy 16 update shortens petting “cooldown time” so that you can show Torgal more love
Square Enix released update 1.31 for Final Fantasy 16, which adjusts how much you're allowed to pet Clive's loyal companion Torgal.
Latest “Game Boy” device linked to luxury car thefts in Japan (Nintendo unaffiliated)
The latest model of the keyless car theft device "Game Boy" has been connected to a high-profile luxury case theft case in Japan
Tencent’s Palworld clone game prompts reaction from PocketPair CEO – “These are incredible times”
Tencent-owned studios are developing high budget clones of Palworld. PocketPair's CEO Takuro Mizobe has commmented the situation.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance’s new Demon Haunts feature lets you socialize with your demons and take pics
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance’s new Demon Haunts feature lets players chat with their demons, give them gifts and take photos. It will even be possible to talk to Aogami.
Dragon’s Dogma 2’s credits suggest a shockingly small number of development staff (Updated)
Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 had a development team dramatically smaller than their other AAA titles, credits suggest.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 has “fake players” that hire less desirable Pawns
A feature in Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 that has "fake players" hire Pawns that rarely get rented by real players has been gaining attention.
Palworld’s big update introduces first Raid Boss Bellanoir, other new content
Palworld Version 0.2.0.6 introduces the first Raid Boss Bellanoir, as well as various new items, buildings, Pal adjustments and bug fixes.
Unicorn Overlord: No plans for DLC or PC port yet, according to producer
Unicorn Overlord's producer Akiyasu Yamamoto has denied any current plans for DLC or a PC port for the Vanillaware title.
Dragon’s Dogma 2’s March 29 update adds New Game option, maxes out Art of Metamorphosis numbers
Update 1.050 for Dragon's Dogma 2 addresses criticisms, adding a New Game option, Art of Metamorphosis item increase, and graphical options.
Disabled Street Fighter 6 player launches crowdfunding campaign to take on USA EVO2024 with his chin and fingertips
Esports player Shunya Hatakeyama has muscular dystrophy and is raising funds to achieve his dream of competing in EVO2024 in Las Vegas.
Dragon’s Dogma 2’s microtransaction backlash: how much of it is fair?
Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 has been with controversy for its microtransaction model, but a portion of the criticism seems to be misinformed.
Super Mario Maker 100% clear challenge completed, thanks to a last-minute confession
A Super Mario Maker level creator's revelation that they broke the Nintendo server upload rules results in a bittersweet victory for Team 0%.
In Dragon’s Dogma 2, your character’s physique will affect the game
In Dragon's Dogma 2, your Arisen/character's height and proportions will affect stamina, carry weight and more, so choose carefully.
Tears of the Kingdom player may have ended search for the game’s longest object
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom players have been searching for the game's longest buildable object, and this one might just be it.
Elden Ring player count soars following Shadow of the Erdtree release date reveal
Concurrent players of Elden Ring on Steam spike following Shadow of the Erdtree DLC's release date announcement and trailer.
Helldivers 2 “copies” Metal Gear Solid 5 in the most satisfying ways
Helldivers 2 is being praised for how it skillfully copies a particularly "satisfying" element of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
Elden Ring’s director said there’s a few secrets left uncovered in the game, causing “treasure hunt” among players
Hidetaka Miyazaki's comment about remaining undiscovered secrets in Elden Ring has caused players to go on a massive "treasure hunt" uncovering various new trivia.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree – glowing worm boi becomes main attraction of DLC
A glowing worm has become most anticipated new aspect of the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
Die by the Blade: Samurai punk sword fighting game promises bloody and stylish one-hit kills this May
The long-awaited weapons-based fighting game that blends traditional Japanese culture, deadly swordplay and cyberpunk is slated to release on May 17.
Pokémon Unite’s alluring Mew holowear stuns fans all over again
Pokémon Unite fans in both Japan and abroad are pleased, amused and maybe aroused by the new color variant of Mew's feminine holowear.
Palworld players report rare cases of gigantic Pals
Thanks to a freak bug, some players have had their Pals grow to gigantic sizes, including Vixy, Anubis and Cattivas. Unfortunately, it's possible the bug has already been resolved.