VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Hideaki Fujiwara
JP AUTOMATON writer
“Having fun playing video games feels like a thing of the past” – veteran pro-gamer sparks debate on matchmaking issues in online competitive play
Esports veteran Snip3down's recent post sparks discussion about issues with ability-based matching systems in competitive online games like Apex Legends.
New Splatoon 3 special weapon reminds everyone of Catalyst’s ultimate in Apex Legends
The special weapon Splattercolor Screen, announced for the Splatoon 3 Chill Season 2023 is gaining attention for its resemblance to the Black Veil from Apex Legends.
74-year-old CEO of Japanese game company wins 2023 Abu Dhabi World Veterans Judo Championship
Takato Yoshinari, CEO of Japanese game developer Success Corporation, has won the 2023 Judo Veteran’s World Championship in Abu Dhabi. Born in 1949, he is 74 years old this year.
Nintendo Switch climbing game OnlyUP! appears, but seems to be unrelated to original Only Up!
A Nintendo Switch climbing game titled OnlyUP! was released on November 9. Although its gameplay is strikingly similar, it seems to be unrelated to Only Up! by SCKR Games.
The PlayStation 5 to have its largest supply up to date for the 2023 holiday season
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced on November 7 via PlayStation.Blog that this holiday season, they will be preparing the largest PlayStation 5 inventory since the console’s release.
Live-action The Legend of Zelda movie announced: Nintendo and creators of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse collaborate
On November 8, Nintendo announced that they have begun development of a The Legend of Zelda live-action movie.
What made this Chinese “live action” dating simulator skyrocket in popularity?
The new Chinese live action interactive dating sim Love is All Around was met with rave reviews instantly upon release, peaking at 65,000 concurrent players. What has caused the sensation?
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth scenario writer urges fans to stop asking for characters to be “killed off”
Kazushige Nojima, the story and scenario writer of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, has spoken out against fans sending direct demands for particular characters to be killed off in games, stressing that all his characters are written with love.
Square Enix’ remake of iconic JRPG Star Ocean: The Second Story showered with praise immediately upon release
Square Enix released STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R on November 11 for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5 and PC (Steam). What has made the remake such a resounding success?
Bushiroad’s first console game criticized for quality issues and low budget
Bushiroad released their new Nintendo Switch title Rear Sekai on October 12, but it’s had a rocky start, with the story and gameplay receiving negative criticism. The game’s $650,000~ range development budget also seems to be adding fuel to the fire.
FFVII Remake director reveals he had snuck his beloved pet cat into the game
FInal Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi reveals that his beloved cat makes an appearance in the game.
Yakuza producers introduce “biggest play spot up to date” in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth with Dondoko Island
Sega revealed details about Dondoko Island, a new play spot in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth on October 26. The Yakuza producers describe it as the biggest in the series’ history.
Developer tells of “atrocious labor practices” experienced in Japanese game industry. How have conditions in Japan changed in the meantime?
A US developer who had worked for Japanese game companies for about 12 years told of the harsh conditions they experienced, bringing attention to the low wages and long working hours. We look into whether and how conditions have changed in the past few years.
Only Up! has name hijacked by clone game after being discontinued
Midnight Games, developer of the title previously known as “Only Multiplayer: Up!” have changed their upcoming game’s name to Only Up!, the name of SCKR Games' now discontinued title.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince – Maya’s outfit made less revealing with reinforced boob armor
Square Enix released a new trailer for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, along with the game’s demo on September 15. Revisions to Maya Mahabala's outfit have been attracting attention in particular.
Dark Souls toilet account unveils long-awaited Armored Core toilet
The “dark souls toilet” X/Twitter account that posts Soulsborne-themed toilet content has recently blessed the Armored Core fandom with their own Armored toilet.
Viral climbing game Only Up! discontinued and gone without a trace
Only Up! was discontinued by SCKR Games on September 8. The game is no longer available on Steam. In an announcement, the developer mentioned wanting to put the game behind them.
Trademark holder of Sudoku in Japan asserts their right over the puzzle’s name
Japanese game publisher Nikoli, trademark holder of puzzle game Sudoku, warns about unaffiliated "Sudoku" apps.
Armored Core 6: Become a McDonald’s-sponsored merc using the custom emblem tool
ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON just released on August 25, and perhaps exhausted from the grueling combat, players are spending their time designing custom emblems of all kinds.
Yuki Yuna is a Hero: Bouquet of Brilliance PS4/Switch ports to come in multiple volumes, priced at $60 each
Entergram has announced that the Yuki Yuna is a Hero: Bouquet of Brilliance console version for the PS4/Switch will be released in January 2024. The game's first four volumes will come out on this date, and another four are planned.
Armored Core 6 players tripped up at the very start of the game, defeated by the tutorial mission’s boss
Armored Core 6 players are being given a hard time by the helicopter boss of the tutorial mission right at the start of the game, making them anxious of what comes next.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 1.2.1 update makes changes to players’ favorite material – elevator railings
Nintendo released update Ver.1.2.1 for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on August 23, which includes changes to the elevator railings that many liked to use in constructing all manner of inventions due to the unique properties that they possessed.