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Japanese police arrest man for hacking and selling Pokémon save data for the Nintendo 3DS
A 32-year-old man from Saitama, Japan was arrested on December 5 for selling hacked Pokemon Sun save data for $35 dollars a copy.
ByAmber V
Bandai Namco’s unsuccessful MMORPG Blue Protocol to be reincarnated as Star Resonance by Chinese studio
Chinese developer BOKURA has announced Star Resonance, a new anime MMORPG based on Bandai Namco's Blue Protocol.
- ByAmber V
Needy Streamer Overload gets new typing spin-off game, plus PS4/PS5 release in January
Not only is indie hit Needy Streamer Overload getting a PS4/PS5 release in January, but a new spin-off, Needy Streamer Overload: Typing of The Net is coming to Steam.
Why Marvel Rivals’ lack of a role lock feature is good for the game’s longevity
Marvel Rivals has quite the path before it finds its footing as a live service title. Yet for all its ups and downs, the game’s lack of a role lock feature is a step in the right direction when it comes to player expression.
Sega helps renovate children’s hospital with Sonic and other popular characters
A hospital in Tokyo has received a Sonic the Hedgehog and Puyo Puyo-themed facelift thanks to Sega and space planning firm Nomura.
Yuji Horii encourages players to lend their copies of Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D to children and people who’ve never played the series
In a wholesome post on X, Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii encourages players who have already cleared the DQIII remake to lend it to others.
Evangelion’s Hideaki Anno is only providing support for new Gundam GQuuuuuux, its real creator is FLCL director Kazuya Tsurumaki, staff emphasizes
While Hideaki Anno is credited as a co-writer on Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, a member of the team has stepped in to redirect the spotlight to Kazuya Tsurumaki, the anime’s director.
- ByAmber V
Nitroplus mecha girl action game Dolls Nest postponed to Spring 2025 to ensure higher quality
The 3D mech customization action game Dolls Nest will be releasing in Spring 2025 on Steam. Nitroplus postponed the launch date to make quality improvements.
- ByAmber V
Coming to Street Fighter 6 next year, Fatal Fury’s Mai promises to teach you all the Shiranui techniques you can handle… if you don’t keep her waiting
Capcom just dropped an enticing new trailer for SNK's Mai Shiranui, who is scheduled to join the Street Fighter 6 roster in early 2025.
Monster Hunter Wilds devs focused on simple yet delicious-looking food, which reflects its harsher “living world”
"I wanted to challenge myself to see how delicious I could make simple food look.” says Monster Hunter Wilds' art director Kaname Fujioka.
Monster Hunter Wilds’ NPC Support Hunters are balanced to be less time-efficient than human players, and you can even customize them so that they don’t steal your spotlight
Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda talks about how the AI-driven NPC hunters are balanced in the game.
- ByAmber V
Person arrested for harassing Nijisanji VTuber and sending threats to ANYCOLOR
On December 3, an individual was arrested for repeatedly posting messages threatening ANYCOLOR and an affiliated Nijisanji VTuber.
Atmos and Puma collaborate on Persona 3 Reload sneakers
Puma and Japanese streetwear and sneaker company Atmos are releasing unique Persona 3 Reload sneakers titled “Puma Palermo P3R Atmos.”
Deltarune gets bizarre fan-made dating game where Asgore can romance Toriel
ToriMeki Memorial is an unofficial Undertale/Deltarune spinoff dating game focusing on the romance between Asgore Dreemurr and Toriel.
“Repair costs are through the roof, please buy my game” After having their home and car wrecked by their mom, a Japanese solo developer is sending a heartfelt plea for support
Japanese solo indie developer behind the story-driven adventure game Goodbye World is in need of support after a traumatic event.
- ByAmber V
We asked the Australian Classification board why Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact was banned. They said it suggests “sexual violence against minors”
The Australian rating board has responded to our inquiry about why Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact was denied classification.
- ByAmber V
Nintendo shares rise for 8 consecutive days, reaching record high in response to Saudi Arabian fund lowering its stake to 5.26%
Nintendo's stock price has reached a record high since listing, fueled by the reduction of the PIF's stake and speculation about the Switch 2.
- ByAmber V
Bandai Namco wanted Secret Level’s Pac-Man episode to be as weird as possible
Secret Level's creators reveal that Bandai Namco itself wanted audiences to “wonder WTF they did to Pac-Man?” in its dedicated episode.
Overwhelmed by never-ending demands from players, the solo developer behind hit indie horror Homicipher is bringing an end to updates
The sole developer behind the hit indie horror game Homicipher is ending all updates and work on the game as a result of incessant demands from users.
Monster Hunter Wilds will balance weapons with a policy of buffing weak weapons rather than nerfing strong ones
Director Yuya Tokuda reveals some of the adjustments Monster Hunter Wilds' weapons will be getting when the full game releases in February.
For the sixth consecutive year, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the best-selling second-hand game in Japan
Major Japanese video game and console retailer GEO publishes best-seller rankings for January 1 to November 15, 2024.
- ByAmber V
Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact refused classification in Australia
Bushiroad's upcoming Hunter x Hunter Nen x Impact joins Australia's banned games list.