JRPG 3.0: How Katsura Hashino Wants To Reinvent Persona, Metaphor And The Future Of Japanese RPGs

Thu 27-11-2025 10:12 | General News

Katsura Hashino, the creative mind behind modern Persona and Metaphor ReFantazio, has started talking about something he calls JRPG 3.0. It is his way of describing a new stage for Japanese role playing games, one...

Kirby Air Riders gets new Japanese commercials and a 7-minute overview trailer, spotlighting City Trial

Sun 09-11-2025 10:09 | Nintendo Switch 2 News | Kirby Air Riders

The latest wave of Kirby Air Riders promotion brings exactly what we wanted: clear footage, crisp explanations, and practical details you can use before launch. A new seven-minute overview trailer ties together the big pieces—City...

Japanese charts: Mario Kart World stays on top as Switch 2 surpasses two million units

Thu 25-09-2025 16:37 | Nintendo Switch 2 News

We’re looking at a week in Japan that tells a very clear story: the Nintendo Switch 2 leads hardware again and has now crossed the two-million mark in lifetime sales, while Mario Kart World refuses...

Nintendo Switch 2 Shatters Japanese Sales Records Set by PlayStation 2

Thu 31-07-2025 10:18 | Nintendo Switch 2 News

The Nintendo Switch 2 has made an explosive entrance into the Japanese gaming market, smashing the previous first-month sales record held by Sony’s legendary PlayStation 2. According to newly released data from Yomiuri Shimbun, the...

Mario Kart World Packaging Unwrapped: What the American, European, and Japanese Cases Tell Us About Nintendo’s Next Big Lap

Sun 18-05-2025 10:08 | Nintendo Switch 2 News | Mario Kart World

Mario Kart World is revving its engines for Nintendo Switch 2, and the newly released 3D packaging views have given fans plenty to scrutinize. From the spine artwork—centered in Europe yet top-aligned in North America—to...

Japanese speedrunner shocks fans by beating Zelda Breath of The Wild Switch 2 final boss in just 15 minutes

Sat 03-05-2025 21:10 | Nintendo Switch 2 News | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

At the heart of Tokyo’s Nintendo Switch 2 Experience event, a jaw-dropping moment unfolded that left Zelda fans stunned. A Japanese speedrunner, virtually unknown on the global stage, managed to beat the final boss of...

Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Debut on Japanese TV

Wed 23-04-2025 20:00 | Nintendo Switch 2 News | Mario Kart World

Nintendo has officially rolled out its first wave of television advertisements for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and its highly anticipated title, Mario Kart World, in Japan. This move marks a pivotal moment in the...

Latest Trends in Japanese Gaming: Breaking Sales Data and Surprises – Super Mario Party Jamboree

Sun 20-04-2025 18:10 | Nintendo Switch 2 News | Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition ＋ Jamboree TV

The latest Famitsu sales data from Japan for the week of March 31 to April 6, 2025, uncover key trends related to the gaming landscape. We explore how Super Mario Party Jamboree made an astonishing...

Japan’s Exclusive Nintendo Switch 2: Unique Pricing for the Japanese Market

Sat 19-04-2025 21:36 | Nintendo Switch 2 News

In a notable departure from global trends, Japan is set to receive an exclusive version of the Switch 2 console that is tailored specifically for its market. This unique edition comes with a special region...

Masahiro Sakurai’s Vision for Japanese Game Developers

Thu 27-03-2025 18:20 | General News

Masahiro Sakurai’s perspective on making games highlights a deep respect for individuality and the importance of creativity. He believes that developers should embrace their personal tastes rather than conform to external trends, particularly when it...

Nintendo Ranked Third Most Sought-After Employer by Japanese Graduates

Sun 15-12-2024 10:03 | General News

The landscape of graduate employment in Japan has seen significant shifts, with companies vying for top talent from universities across the nation. A recent survey by Gakujo, involving 5,476 university students, has unveiled the 50...

Pokemon Ambassadors Promote Japanese Tourism with New PokeDance Video

Fri 28-06-2024 21:23 | General News

The Pokemon Company has launched an innovative initiative to promote tourism in Japan by designating official Pokemon ambassadors to various towns and cities. These ambassadors have now come together in a vibrant new music video...

Gaming Scandal: Japanese Police Officer Caught Playing Nintendo Switch on Duty

Fri 29-03-2024 14:16 | Nintendo Switch News

The article delves into the scandal of a Japanese police officer caught playing Nintendo Switch games while on duty at the Tenri Police Station. It examines the details of the officer’s misconduct, the repercussions faced,...

Gungrave G.O.R.E: Ultimate Enhanced Edition’s Japanese Physical Release

Tue 02-01-2024 10:26 | Nintendo Switch News

Explore the exciting world of Gungrave G.O.R.E: Ultimate Enhanced Edition and its upcoming physical release in Japan. Delve into the contents of the limited edition, discover enhanced gameplay features, and prepare for an emotional adventure...

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince – A Japanese Gaming Phenomenon

Fri 08-12-2023 20:26 | Nintendo Switch News | DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince has taken the Japanese gaming scene by storm, with developer Square Enix announcing that the game has sold out in numerous major gaming stores. This article delves into the...

PixArt’s Strategic Leap: Empowering the Next Japanese Game Console

Wed 02-08-2023 10:02 | General News

PixArt, a leading Chinese SoC manufacturer, has made significant strides in the gaming industry, being responsible for manufacturing chips used in the popular Joy-Con and previous Nintendo consoles. The company has recently revealed crucial news...

Rediscover the Magic: Super Mario Bros. Movie Japanese Version Screening in US Theaters

Fri 28-04-2023 20:18 | General News

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is set to captivate fans once again with an exciting announcement. The official Twitter account revealed that selected theaters in the US will be hosting a limited-time screening of the...

Labyrinth of Zangetsu: A Captivating RPG Filled with Japanese Folklore and Yokai

Tue 25-04-2023 21:33 | Nintendo Switch News

Labyrinth of Zangetsu is an exciting and immersive RPG game developed by Acquire. The game takes place in Ido, the city of the morning moon, which is fighting against the disaster known as the Ink...

Little Witch Nobeta – Japanese physical release does support English

Thu 06-10-2022 21:31 | Nintendo Switch News

It’s not clear what will happen to Little Witch Nobeta in the west, but fans will be happy to hear that the physical versions in Japan will support English. You can import a copy to...

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