VERACITY IN GAMING
VERACITY IN GAMING
Minecraft is still the most played game among Japan’s grade schoolers in 2024
Recent survey suggests that Japan's elementary school children are still frequently playing Minecraft, as well as Splatoon and Fortnite.
Nintendo to implement baggage screening at shareholders meeting amid safety concerns
Nintendo's decision to implement baggage checks at its annual shareholders meeting is thought to be motivated by past threats against events.
Nintendo Live Tokyo 2024 death and bomb threat sender arrested
Kyoto police have arrested a man in relation to bomb and death threats made against Nintendo's events last year.
Japanese players mourn the impending loss of Animal Crossing, Mario Kart 7 online modes
Splatoon and Animal Crossing New Leaf are some of the 3DS and Wii U online modes that Japanese players will miss when servers shut down.
Japanese industry veteran warns about negative impact of gamers’ harsh language
Former Hudson Soft executive Takahashi Meijin called on pro-gamers and game companies to consider the detrimental effects of strong language and ultra-realistic FPS games on children.
Anger in Japan as violent death threats lead to cancellation of game and anime events
Persistent death threats have caused Nintendo and AniLoca events in Japan to be cancelled or postponed, prompting angry and determined reactions from organizers and commenters.
New Splatoon 3 special weapon reminds everyone of Catalyst’s ultimate in Apex Legends
The special weapon Splattercolor Screen, announced for the Splatoon 3 Chill Season 2023 is gaining attention for its resemblance to the Black Veil from Apex Legends.
Splatoon 3 update Ver. 5.1.0: Game Balance Tweaks and Changes to Mahi-Mahi Resort & Spa
Nintendo has announced Splatoon's latest update, Ver. 5.1.0, with changes to Mahi-Mahi Resort & Spa and weapon strength adjustments. This update is expected to be released on October 17 (UTC).
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.
Splatoon 3 fans overjoyed at Nintendo’s commitment in introducing Tournament Manager feature
Nintendo has revealed an in progress Tournament Manager feature for Splatoon 3 which is meant to help players create and manage unofficial tournaments.
Nintendo warns Splatoon 3 players against inappropriate and offensive nicknames
Nintendo has issued a warning on the official Splatoon Twitter account regarding the use of inappropriate nicknames. Players using such nicknames can be restricted from the game or even have their device banned.
Nintendo warns against use of unofficial Splatoon 3 apps
Nintendo has issued a warning via Twitter against the use of third-party Splatoon 3 apps, stating that they can potentially compromise user security.
Composer Ryo Nagamatsu has left Nintendo (Splatoon’s Salmon Run, etc.)
Composer Ryo Nagamatsu (Splatoon's Salmon Run, etc.) revealed that he is no longer working at Nintendo as of April 30.
Splatoon 3’s Splatfest Top 100: Rise of the Neo Splash-o-matic
Splatoon 3’s 5th Splatfest has come to a close and it looks like top players in Japan are starting to utilize the Neo Splash-o-matic.
Does Splatoon 3’s latest update finally make the Angle Shooter viable?
Splatoon 3’s latest Ver. 3.1.0 update contains a number of changes to weapons, but it’s a buff to the Angle Shooter that has grabbed the attention of players on social media.
Splatoon 3: Are hits detected on the attacker’s side or the target’s?
A Splatoon 3 player set out on an investigation into which attacks in Splatoon 3 detect hits on the attacker’s side and which ones detect hits on the target’s side.
Splatoon 3: Squid Sisters amiibos trigger interesting result when used in front of them
Splatoon 3 players have taken notice of a peculiar phenomenon that occurs when using the Squid Sisters amiibos in front of them. Splatoon 3's Ver. 3.0.0 update is now available.
Splatoon 3’s new Kraken Royale is already a force to be reckoned with
Splatoon 3’s Fresh Season 2023 has begun. With a new season comes new content and it’s the Kraken Royale special weapon that is already drawing attention on social media in Japan.
Splatoon 3’s Ver. 3.0.0 update modifies maps to provide more cover
Splatoon 3's latest update Ver. 3.0.0 tweaked some maps to reduce "the impact of weapons shooting from far away." Let's take a look at where some of the changes were made in each map.
Splatoon 3: Crab Tank gets huge yet indirect nerfs in Ver. 3.0.0 update
Nintendo has released the patch notes for Splatoon 3’s Ver. 3.0.0 and word of the substantial indirect nerfs to the Crab Tank have already become a hot topic among players.
Splatoon 3: Triple Inkstrike buff might make it actually useful
Splatoon 3 was recently updated to Ver. 2.1.0 and brought with it a buff to the Triple Inkstrike special weapon that has grabbed the attention of the community.
Splatoon 3’s latest update makes the Tacticooler a new favorite in Japan
With Splatoon 3’s latest Ver. 2.1.0 update, a build consisting of the N-ZAP '85 equipped with the Tacticooler and Respawn Punisher gear ability has been gaining popularity in Japan.