Capcom to raise base salary by an average of 30% in FY2022
Capcom has announced that the company will revise its compensation system in Japan. The revision consists of “an average base salary increase of 30% (includes the portion for pay raises) ."
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Taijiro Yamanaka
Senior writer for Automaton Japan. Loves gaming news from Japan and abroad. He buys more games than he can physically play, so he spends his days clearing his backlog.
Bandai Namco reveals its vision for the Gundam metaverse
Bandai Namco reveals its vision for the Gundam metaverse. They'll first create a virtual Gunpla colony/community and then set out to make an eSports colony in 2023.
DNF Duel to launch on June 28 for PC and consoles
Arc System Works has announced the release date for DNF Duel. It’s coming out on June 28 for PC and consoles, including PS4 and PS5.
Sega’s Astro City Mini V to release on July 28 in Japan [Update]
Sega’s Astro City Mini V to release on July 28 in Japan. Astro City Mini V contains 22 classic titles with a focus on vertical shooting games, including Out Zone, Dogyuun, Moon Cresta, Truxton, and more.
Edo Japan zombie roguelike Ed-0: Zombie Uprising enters Steam Early Access on April 4
19th century Japan zombie roguelike Ed-0: Zombie Uprising enters Steam Early Access on April 4. Ed-0: Zombie Uprising is a roguelike action game that takes place in a fictional Edo-period Japan.
The Steam JRPG Sale is now live until March 21. Yakuza: Like a Dragon & Monster Hunter Rise are over 30% off
The Steam JRPG Sale is now live until March 21. Yakuza: Like a Dragon & Monster Hunter Rise are over 30% off. Contrary to the event’s name, non-JRPG titles are being discounted as well.
Game developers explain the little tricks players don’t notice that improve gameplay
Game developers explain the little tricks players don’t notice that improve gameplay. “In Dishonored 2, NPCs don't strike as often when you turn your back on them,” says Arkane Studios’ Laurent Couvidou.
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.
Devil May Cry 5 producer Matt Walker leaves Capcom
Devil May Cry 5 producer Matt Walker has left Capcom and joined the indie studio Camouflaj. Matt Walker joined Capcom in 2010 and was active at the studio as a production manager and producer.
Bandai Namco to raise base salary by an average of 50,000 yen (around $430) a month
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that the company will raise its employees’ base salaries by an average of 50,000 yen (around $430) a month starting April 2022.
Taipei 3D action game Dusk Diver 2 released on Steam
Anime-style beat ’em up action game Dusk Diver 2 released on Steam. The Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 versions are also available in Asia.
Babylon’s Fall x NieR: Automata collaboration announced
Babylon’s Fall x NieR: Automata collaboration announced. Cosmetic items that allow players to dress up as 2B, 9S, A2, Commander White, and Operator will be available.