VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Pre-patch Soulslike achievements are slowly becoming a thing as games get nerfed through post-launch updates
FromSoftware's recent update of Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdree DLC has caused a lot of "Pre-nerf Radahn" bragging.
Keiji Inafune allegedly asked Marvel vs Capcom’s devs to add panty shots for Roll
With the re-release of Marvel vs Capcom 1 and 2 this week, a behind-the-scenes story about Roll Caskett's outfit in the games has been attracting attention
Palworld dev says the indie scene is going to see more Palworld-level hits as small creators learn to meet player needs that big companies are neglecting
Palworld developer's CEO Takuro Mizobe shares views on the future of the indie scene and deciding factors for breakout hits.
ByAmber V
Kamitsubaki City Regenerate: Dark sci-fi fantasy VN coming in February is a good entry point to the series
The Japanese dark sci-fi fantasy VN will be bringing its musical worldbuilding to Switch and Steam next year.
Japanese Unreal Engine powerhouse to launch knockout-style PvP penguin racing game for up to 40 players on September 20
Japanese game developer Historia, who specialize in Unreal Engine development, announced that they will launch their wacky 3D action racing game Faaast Penguin on September 20 for the PC (Steam/Epic Games) and PS5. Xbox and Nintendo Switch versions are currently…
(UPDATE) Palworld faces the difficult choice of whether to become a live-service game or stay buy-to-play, PocketPair’s CEO says
Palworld developer's CEO Takuro Mizobe talks about the possibility of the game switching to a live-service model.
- ByAmber V
Visions of Mana director took “embarrassing” videos of himself wielding a water bottle to make sure the RPG’s animations looked just right
Visions of Mana co-director Ryosuke Yoshida's recent revelation shows his commitment and enthusiasm for creating the RPGs vibrant world.
Masahiro Sakurai praises Astro Bot for short and satisfying gameplay
Super Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai praises Astro Bot for delivering a satisfying experience that doesn’t waste players’ time.
After asking 80 employees to resign voluntarily, Final Fantasy Brave Exvius developer turns around financial deficit for the first time in over a year
Japanese developer Gumi, known for titles such as Aster Tatariqus and Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, announced a significant increase in profit.
- ByAmber V
“We have finally been able to release Lollipop Chainsaw uncensored” producer celebrates Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP launch
As Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP releases in the West today, producer Yoshimi Yasuda celebrates getting the zombie-killing game past the censors.
PS5 Pro’s price reveal causes gaming PC retailers in Japan to go all out on competitive deals
Gaming PC manufacturers in Japan have been taking advantage of gamers' dissatisfaction with Sony's pricing of the PS5 and PS5 Pro.
- ByAmber V
CalorieMate releases weird free game about keeping a tired game developer energized, with a surprising Metal Gear Solid connection
In CalorieMate LIQUID FOR GAME CREATORS, you are can of energy drink that must find its way to the lips of an exhausted game creator.
Segagaga director addresses fans’ call for an English version of Sega’s bizarre Japan-exclusive Dreamcast RPG
Could Segagaga, the bizarre Japan-only Dreamcast RPG/management sim in which you must help Sega triumph over its rivals, finally get an official English release?
The Hokkaido Serial Murder Case: The Okhotsk Disappearance’s remake launches for PC and Switch, revitalizing a Yuji Horii classic from 40 years ago
The Hokkaido Serial Murder Case: The Okhotsk Disappearance ~Memories in Ice, Tearful Figurine~ is now available on Steam and Nintendo Switch.
- ByAmber V
Aniplex and Akatsuki Games announce new game called Project Hyke
Aniplex and Akatsuki Games are working on a mysterious new title which seems to feature a girl and her cat going on a journey.
Danganronpa creator says game devs should write their own scenarios rather than outsource, even if they’re not good writers
Danganronpa series creator Kazutaka Kodaka talked about his views on game scenario writing in a recently aired talk show.
- ByAmber V
Street Fighter’s legendary artist Akiman addresses Red Dead Revolver’s miraculous revival
Akiman, who worked on Red Dead Revolver's character designs, recalls how Rockstar took over the prequel to Red Dead Redemption from Capcom.
Berserk official account calls out fan animation project for unauthorized use of Kentaro Miura’s IP
Hakusensha, the publisher of the Berserk manga series, calls out Studio Eclypse's fan animation project for unauthorized use.
- ByAmber V
Atelier Yumia producer explains why the game’s sleek and sexy character designs pursue a more modern look than previous titles
Producer Junzo Hosoi explains how the character designs in Atelier Yumia are part of efforts to evolve the Atelier series and appeal to more players worldwide.
Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii is 70 years old, but has no plans to retire yet
Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii responds to questions about his age and potential retirement from game making.
- ByAmber V
Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii entertains possibility of making a brand-new adventure game
Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii talks about the future of adventure games and the possibility of him making a new one in the future.
- ByAmber V
Blue Archive devs’ controversial Project KV gets replaced by new “Project VK” right after its cancellation
Only a day after Dynamis One and Studio Alaya announced the cancellation of Project KV, a mysterious “Project VK” has appeared to replace it.
- ByAmber V