VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Palworld devs remind people that it’s normal to take a break from a game
In response to recent pessimistic articles about Palworld losing X% of its player base, the game's representative Bucky reminded players that Palworld will be back with more content and it's normal for them to take a break and come back later.
ByAmber V
Bandai Namco disappointed with performance of “new online game” (meaning Blue Protocol)
Bandai Namco Holdings released their 9-month Financial Report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, which mentions a new online game falling short of forecasts. This likely refers to the MMO Blue Protocol.
- ByAmber V
The Exit 8 dev reveals how he made a top-selling Steam game in UE5 in 9 months
In a recent interview, Kotake Create, the developer of the Steam hit "anomaly spotting game" The Exit 8, reveals details about his creative process and how the game came to be.
- ByAmber V
Hikikomori beat ‘em up tower defense game Pull Stay releases February 26 in Early Access
The highly anticipated Pull Stay, a game about hikikomori by a hikikomori, is going to release in Early Access on February 26 on Stea,.
Palworld’s life-like gun behavior is all thanks to one passionate developer’s ”secret” efforts
In response to recent praise of Palworld's realistic gun motions, PocketPair's CEO has revealed that a lot of the fine details were the result of a single team members "behind the scenes" efforts.
- ByAmber V
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.
Cities Skylines player in Japan recreates driving license test course in-game
Cities: Skylines player impresses Japanese social media users with a detailed recreation of their driving school's exam course, prompting people to share memories of getting their license in Japan.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth was inspired by Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon Zero Dawn, according to director
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi has revealed several titles that he referenced for the game, including Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon Zero Dawn, Skyrim and The Witcher 3.
Palworld parents notice striking similarity between Pals and their toddlers
Is Palworld actually just a parent simulator? Some Palworld players have noticed that certain Pal behaviors remind them of small children.
The Pokémon Company is working on AI specialized for Pokémon battles based on chess AI
The Pokémon Company is developing a Pokémon Battle AI based on shogi (Japanese Chess) AI technology. The AI will be implemented for the first time in The 2024 Pokémon Dragon King Championships, taking place on February 25.
- ByAmber V
This turn-based strategy game involves rabbit farts and medieval manuscripts
Screaming toads, healing cats, and deadly snails. Yaza Games's Inkulinati to get a full release across all major platforms on February 22nd.
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.
Transform into a skeleton and fix bugs in this fourth wall-breaking retro action game within a game
Miracle Corp. is an upcoming metroidvania action platformer where you must play and debug a strange game from 1987.
RPG Maker XP is available for free on Steam for a limited time
As part of a limited time campaign, RPG Maker XP will be available for free on Steam until February 20 (JST). Newer RPG Maker titles are available at discounts.
- ByAmber V
Does pineapple belong on pizza or not? This Japanese board game is about battling it out
Japanese "useless invention" artist Marina Fujiwara revealed her Pineapple vs Salami board game, designed to let pro and anti pineapple on pizza-ers battle it out.
- ByAmber V
Palworld: How to build a floating base in the sky
Palworld player in Japan reveals how to channel Hayao Miyazaki's beloved Laputa Castle in the Sky and build a floating base.
Collect “pocket-sized Machos” in Japanese PvP game Macho Scooping
Macho Scooping is an upcoming indie Japanese game in which you scoop machos out of a water tank and and aim to collect as many species as possible.
- ByAmber V
3D custom mecha action game “Dolls Nest” by Nitroplus to launch in 2024
Nitroplus has announced that Dolls Nest, their 3D custom mecha action game, will be releasing in 2024. They have revealed new story and gameplay information.
Door Simulator teaches you the secrets of opening and closing doors
Upcoming free-to-play indie Door Simulator is a satirical physics-based simulation that boldly tackles a tricky element of game design.
Realistic forensic investigation sim Tokyo Psychodemic to release May 30
Tokyo Psychodemic, directed by the creator or Kowloon High-School Chronicle, is a realistic investigation sim set to release in May 2024.
Exit 8-like horror walking sim has you trapped in the liminal space of a shopping center
B1 is an upcoming Japanese indie horror game inspired by hit anomaly spotting walking sim The Exit 8. Keep your eyes peeled for strange things in a creepy underground shopping center.
Persona 3 Reload player accidentally spawns Satan in freak Fusion accident
A Persona 3 Reload player accidentally ended up with Satan, a level 82 Persona, while trying to acquire a level 13 one. What do we know about Fusion accidents in the game?
- ByAmber V