VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
How long to beat Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth? We investigate
How long does it really take to beat Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth? We break down the volume of each section of the formidable game.
Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu finds recent game music “boring” – here’s why
Final Fantasy series composer Nobuo Uematsu discusses how composing game music has advanced over the years, and gives his thoughts on AI.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot developer CyberConnect2 halts business in mourning for Akira Toriyama
In response to news of Akira Toriyama's death, CyberConnect2’s CEO Hiroshi Matsuyama has halted the company's work temporarily, sending staff home.
ByAmber V
Final Fantasy VII devs initially disliked One Winged Angel, series composer reveals why
Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu revealed that final boss battle theme One Winged Angel wasn't well received by his colleagues at first.
Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto receives lifetime achievement award
Shigeru Miyamoto accepted a lifetime achievement award at Japan's 29th AMD awards ceremony, reflecting on his long career at Nintendo.
Dragon’s Dogma 2’s meat is real – devs confirm live-action cooking scenes
The photorealistic meat in Dragon’s Dogma 2's camping scenes is indeed live-action, and each type of meat will have its own cutscene.
- ByAmber V
Japanese animator’s first monthly wage is barely over $100
An inbetween animator working in Japan's anime industry revealed how shockingly low starting wages are, eliciting mostly supportive responses.
Capcom announces big starting salary increase, bonuses and raises to existing staff
Capcom has announced an increase in starting salaries for fresh graduates, and will be giving raises to current staff.
Palworld: build your Ranches like this to save up space
This simple method of stacking Ranches in Palworld can help you save a lot of space while increasing you base's efficiency.
- ByAmber V
Dragon’s Dogma 2 may be the perfect game for furries
Dragon's Dogma 2 introduces a new feline-humanoid playable race of Beastren, which can be fully customized in the game's character creator.
- ByAmber V
Samurai swordfight your way through historic Japan in this immersive tale of soul-shifting revenge
In gorgeous pixel art action adventure AMEDAMA, take a samurai sword-wielding, atmospheric journey of revenge through rainy Edo period Japan.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s moogles feared for soulless gaze, accused of catfishing
Moogles are a staple of the Final Fantasy series but the cute mascot character's appearance in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is disturbing people
Dragon Ball’s “flashiness” is what made the author go “simple and peaceful” for Sand Land’s story
Sand Land author Akira Toriyama says the original "simple" manga has been altered for dramatic effect in the Sand Land Project adaptations.
- ByAmber V
Harvestella creator to leave Square Enix, undecided about next move
Harvestella producer Daisuke Taka will leave Square Enix in April. He is apparently looking for collaborators to work with in the future.
Uma Musume Pretty Derby creator supports retired racehorses in Japan
Cygames, creator of cute girl horse racing anime & game franchise Uma Musume Pretty Derby, is thanked for helping real ex-racehorses in Japan.
In FFVII Rebirth, Cloud is no longer able to rifle through Tifa’s underwear drawer
We look at how the Japanese version of FFVII Rebirth handles the deletion of Final Fantasy VII's most infamous item- Tifa's underwear.
Tekken 8’s microtransaction model disappoints many – here’s why
While its prices are comparatively reasonable, Tekken 8's in-game shop is being criticized for its coin system.
- ByAmber V
“Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is God-tier” Japanese fans give their first day impressions
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth players in Japan share their first impressions on the game's high degree of freedom, vast side content & fun combat.
Helldivers 2 “copies” Metal Gear Solid 5 in the most satisfying ways
Helldivers 2 is being praised for how it skillfully copies a particularly "satisfying" element of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
Want to launch a hit anime? Have a longer first episode
Recent popular Japanese anime series like Demon Slayer, Oshi no Ko and Frieren have had extended first episodes, giving them more time to hook viewers.
Nintendo Japan sued for power harassment and mental distress
On February 27, two former temporary employees of Nintendo Japan were awarded compensation for power harassment.
Pokémon Legends Z-A speculated to take place in 1850s by Japanese players
Users have various theories about the setting of Pokémon Legends Z-A, and many think it will take place in the past, rather than the future.
- ByAmber V