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US Stock image site makes both sides of an art theft case in Japan into victims
A Japanese artist gets their illustration stolen by the U.S. stock image site, Big Stock Photos. The internet provider NURO Hikari unknowingly uses the art in their advertisement.
Armored Core 6: Zimmerman shotguns are so strong they’re causing some moral turmoil
ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON's SG-2027 ZIMMERMAN shotgun has become popular among players for its strength and versatility, but some players question if the weapon is overpowered.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – No DLC planned for the game, according to producer
In an interview with Famitsu published on September 6, the developers of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom confirmed that no additional content is planned for the title.
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Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Users fear Yoshi may crumble under Elephant Mario’s weight
A scene form the latest trailer for Nintendo's Super Mario Bros. Wonder has people grieving for Yoshi, who has to carry the weight of Elephant Mario.
Japanese top manufacturer announces caffeinated “gamer noodles”
The Japanese instant noodle manufacturer Nissin Foods announced their first-ever "gamer-oriented" products, which include caffeine and healthy amino acids.
Nintendo’s turnover rate for new employees is close to zero. Experts discuss what’s making everyone stay
Nintendo is reported to have an almost 100% employee retention rate. How does Nintendo manage to keep nearly all their employees? An expert, former employee, as well as users chime in on what this video game company does different.
New official Godzilla game accused of “borrowing” too much from Into the Breach
Toho Games announced the upcoming title Godzilla Voxel Wars for November 2023. As details and visuals of the game were released, users started raising doubts that the upcoming title might bear a bit too much in common with the popular strategy game Into the Breach.
Cult Japanese game show Takeshi’s Castle gets official Roblox version
Long-running Japanese game show Takeshi's Castle gets an official Roblox game. Geekout and TBS GAMES come together to create the famous game show's most popular challenges.
Japanese webcomic artist sues their publisher for the equivalent of less than a penny
Keito Aida, the artist of popular horror-web manga, Koakuma Kyoushi Saiko (Little Devil Teacher) is suing their publisher Bunkasha for three yen.
Splatoon 3: Update 5.0.0 makes the Zipcaster a one-hit kill weapon
Nintendo released the Ver.5.0.0 update for Splatoon 3 on August 31. Among the various additions and changes, the adjustments made to the Zipcaster have been causing waves in the community in particular, as they take the weapon to a whole new level.
ANLIFE – a life simulator from the game dev who angered Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki
The game dev whose work had been called "An insult to life" by Hayao Miyazaki has announced the life simulator game ANLIFE: Motion-Learning Life Evolution.
Super realistic Japanese UE5 survival horror game announced, trailer looks almost live-action
Japanese developer NIHIL INANE STUDIO announced the horror survival game LOST FRAGMENT on August 30. The stunning realistic visuals are gathering considerable attention from users.
Japan’s video game industry sees small businesses teaming up to form alliances
Five Japanese game development companies combine their efforts to create Byakugun, a new strategic business alliance, perhaps demonstrating a new tendency in the industry.
This RPG’s TV commercials are creating awkward silences in households all over Japan
MementoMori's evening TV commercials have families across Japan feeling awkward. Users talk about why this series of advertisements is so embarrassing to watch around others.
Fitness Boxing: Popular Nintendo Switch exercise game to be discontinued
Imagineer's exercise game Fitness Boxing will be removed from the Nintendo eShop starting November 30.
Armored Core 6: Ayre’s sighing hits different in Japanese and English, but neither feels good
The ceaseless sighs of Ayre in the battle with Balteus in ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON are giving players a real headache. We tried seeing how the Japanese and English versions of the sigh differ in effect.
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.
Waterfalls in video games and the strange behavior they cause in players
A short comic by a Japanese mangaka triggered discussion among players about "the curse of waterfalls" that befalls players, causing them to behave strangely when they encounter waterfalls in video games.
- ByAmber V
Apple requests censorship of illustrations showing feet and cleavage from Japanese bishojo game
DMM Games and Koei Tecmo Games announced that they will make alterations to a number of card illustrations in the iOS version of Blue Reflection Sun on the request of the platform holder.
Armored Core 6: Details about the star-studded mecha design team of the game
Armored Core 6: Renowned Japanese mecha designers share details about their involvement in the game's development with online users.
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.
Armored Core 6: Players strategize on how not to be obliterated by Balteus
Balteus is yet another boss from the beginning stages of Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon that has many players letting out cries of dismay on social media. Players figure out strategies to defeat the formidable boss.