VERACITY IN GAMING
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Escape the “backrooms” of a Japanese subway station in upcoming UE5 indie game
Japanese indie game studio KOTAKE CREATE announced their upcoming liminal space-inspired walking simulator The Exit 8, in which you have to escape a seemingly endless underground passage.
Weekly Shonen Jump reveals shockingly high manuscript rates for beginner artists
Shueisha recently revealed their per-page manuscript rates for serialized and one-shot manga published by novice authors in Weekly Shōnen Jump. The decision to officially disclose how much they pay their authors, as well as the surprisingly high sums revealed, have caused a sensation among the public as well as the mangaka community.
ByAmber V
Super Mario Bros. Wonder worldwide speedrun record topped at 1 hour and 34 minutes with the generous help of glitches
A Twitch streamer has broken the Super Mario Bros. Wonder spreedrun record, setting a new high of 1 hour, 34 minutes and 28 seconds. They seem to have received the assistance of some convenient glitches.
Bushiroad’s first console game criticized for quality issues and low budget
Bushiroad released their new Nintendo Switch title Rear Sekai on October 12, but it’s had a rocky start, with the story and gameplay receiving negative criticism. The game’s $650,000~ range development budget also seems to be adding fuel to the fire.
Are VTubers people or characters? How does Japan’s law treat defamatory acts against VTubers
For VTubers, defending oneself legally from slander is a complicated matter, as they are by definition characters and not persons. Japanese legal experts comment on the topic.
- ByAmber V
Nintendo announces collaboration with nursing homes in Japan, initiative to familiarize elderly with the Nintendo Switch, titles such as Mario Kart 8
Nintendo has signed a collaborative agreement with Gakken Cocofump, a company that operates elderly welfare facilities in Japan. The two companies will organize recreational events aimed at improving the QOL of the elderly using the Nintendo Switch.
- ByAmber V
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – What are those red and green fuzzy creatures that appear on Dondoko Island?
In the Dondoko Island reveal trailer for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, two unfamiliar fuzzy creatures appear. Who are they? Japanese people know at a glance, but overseas audiences might be in need of some extra content.
- ByAmber V
Nintendo Switch hit title Suika Game plagued with bootlegs and asset theft, developer shares about their struggle
The Nintendo Switch puzzle game Suika Game has become victim of asset theft and numerous cases of bootleg apps, some of which rank very highly on the App Store and create ad-revenue.
“PSP Go” trends in Japan as users note its resemblance to Nintendo’s newly revealed console patent
Nintendo files a patent for a dual-screen console, however users in Japan think it looks like Sony's 2009 portable console, the PSP Go.
New Nintendo Switch life simulation game is ruthlessly real, depicts harsh reality of the academic world
Jinsei Game, a Nintendo Switch version of the famous Game of Life board game, has been gathering attention for some unexpectedly realistic moments it depicts.
- ByAmber V
Someone made a VR Animal Crossing in Unity and it’s hilariously bad
A Japanese YouTuber made a VR version of Animal Crossing in Unity as a complete novice in only 7 days. The results are marvelous
- ByAmber V
In Chilla’s Art’s latest title, you witness a kidnapping as a grade schooler. The Kidnap is scheduled to release on November 1st
Japanese horror game developer Chilla’s Art announced on October 30 that their latest title The Kidnap will be releasing on November 1 (JST) on Steam. A trailer for the game has been revealed as well.
FFVII Remake director reveals he had snuck his beloved pet cat into the game
FInal Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi reveals that his beloved cat makes an appearance in the game.
Capcom has an “unannounced million-seller title” planned for next year. Users suspect new Monster Hunter title in the works
In a conference with shareholders, Capcom revealed their plan to release a major unannounced title by the end of March next year. Users are suspecting a development in the Monster Hunter series.
Bandai Spirits teases Armored Core 6 model kits from 30 Minutes Missions line
Bandai Spirits announced a collaboration between their 30 Minutes Missions plastic model kit series and Armored Core 6.
Masahiro Sakurai’s original Shoryuken isn’t really suited for an anti-air attack, frame data suggests
Users have analyzed the specs of Masahiro Sakurai's Shoryuken, and it seems to be a tad sluggish compared to Ryu's in Super Smash Bros. and Street Fighter 6.
Degradation, “human rockets” – dark moments of Japanese television remembered in light of Nasubi’s story gaining worldwide attention
The Japanese variety show Susunu! Denpa Shōnen has become infamous worldwide for it's disregard for human rights and ethics, but the show isn't an isolated case.
- ByAmber V
Why a Japanese supermarket letting employees dye their hair is more revolutionary than it may seem
Japanese businesses often have strict rules regarding appearance in the workplace. However, a certain supermarket has changed its policy, allowing its employees more freedom in the way they look and dress. Are Japanese businesses adapting to the times?
Japan’s Ninja Warrior obstacle course to become an Olympic sport in 2028
The International Olympic Committee has officially announced that Japan's popular sports reality game show, Sasuke, also known as Ninja Warrior, will be included as an Olympic sport in 2028.
Japanese roguelite hack and slash title based on Mystery Dungeon series and Diablo released
Mistrogue: Mist and the Living Dungeons by Japanese developer Polyscape released fully on October 27. The roguelite action game features "living dungeons" that keep changing structure as you challenge them.
Craftopia developers host Steam Key giveaway for upcoming open-world title Palworld and make open call for testers
Pocketpair, the developer of the upcoming open-world survival game Palworld, announced a Steam Key giveaway campaign and an open call for closed network test participants.
- ByAmber V
Yakuza producers introduce “biggest play spot up to date” in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth with Dondoko Island
Sega revealed details about Dondoko Island, a new play spot in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth on October 26. The Yakuza producers describe it as the biggest in the series’ history.