VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Demon Slayer board game-styled title announced for the Nintendo Switch for 2024
Aniplex announced Demon Slayer: Mezase! Saikyou Taishi!, a digital board game scheduled to release in 2024 for the Nintendo Switch.
KyoAni arson trials: Can defendant’s claim of being unaware of how many people would die mitigate the crime?
The Kyoto Animation arson case suspect's claim that he was unaware of how many people could die due to his actions is raising some eyebrows in particular, with some voicing concerns that he may be suggesting homicide by willful negligence.
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Japanese man sentenced to 2 years in prison (suspended for 5 years) for uploading gameplay and anime footage against guidelines
The Japanese court sentenced YouTuber Shinobu Yoshida (53) to two years in prison, suspended for five years, and a fine of about $6800 for uploading gameplay videos and edited anime footage without the permission of the right holders,
Nasubi, the man forced to live naked in isolation for over a year for a Japanese reality show, gets a documentary
Nasubi, the comedian who was tricked into living in a tiny apartment for over a year for a reality TV show, is now getting a documentary film titled The Contestant. The star of Prize Contest Life and his struggle to survive solely on sweepstakes winnings continues to gain interest even decades later.
Pokémon Sleep: Why does the game deal out F grades even if you’ve slept a lot?
The Pokémon Sleep community seems to be having trouble with the game’s weekly Overall Grade. Even some of the most hardcore sleepers have been reporting on Reddit that they keep mysteriously getting F grades. It would seem that simply sleeping a lot is not enough for those who want a high grade.
KyoAni makes steady progress towards recovery after deadly arson attack, culprit shows no remorse
Four years after the horrific arson incident that took place in a major studio of Kyoto Animation, the culprit is questioned about the case in court, but makes no attempt to apologize or show remorse.
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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom developers admit to foreseeing Koroks being bullied
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom director Hidemaro Fujibayashi reveals that Koroks being tortured in the game was an anticipated, in fact intended turn of events.
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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.