Gaming
Study finds Studio Ghibli films, ‘Zelda’ games can boost happiness and calm
A new study published in JMIR Serious Games in August has found that watching Studio Ghibli films or playing “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” can measurably improve happiness in young…
Simu Liu says ‘Sleeping Dogs’ film script is finished
Simu Liu revealed over the weekend that the first draft of the script for the live-action adaptation of cult classic video game “Sleeping Dogs” has been completed, marking a key development in the…
RFK Jr. links video games, antidepressants to US mass shootings
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reaffirmed his claims that violent video games and psychiatric medications may be contributing to mass shootings in the U.S. at an event…
Hideo Kojima says smooth skin of Asian actors keeps them out of his games
Legendary Japanese game developer Hideo Kojima says the reason so few Asian actors appear in his games is because their smooth skin is difficult to capture realistically using current technology.…
Andrew Schulz cast as Hong Kong-born Dan Hibiki in live-action ‘Street Fighter’
American comedian and podcaster Andrew Schulz has been tapped to play Hong Kong–born martial artist Dan Hibiki in Legendary Entertainment’s upcoming live-action “Street Fighter” movie. First…
UFC CEO Dana White says he learned how to play baccarat from Chinese women
Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White recently shared that Chinese people taught him how to play baccarat. White, 55, shared the story in an episode of “2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura and…
‘Pokemon Go’ players revealed to have been training game developer’s new AI model
“Pokemon Go” developer Niantic announced its new AI model on Nov. 12, created using data players have sent over the years. The large geospatial model (LGM), built using the San Francisco-based…
‘Overwatch’ D.va voice actor: WestJet has not apologized after flight mistreatment
U.S. voice actor Charlet Takahashi Chung says WestJet has contacted her following her disturbing experience during a flight to Los Angeles — where crew members allegedly mistreated her after she was…
Pokemon loses to My Little Pony in National Toy Hall of Fame honors
The beloved Pokemon franchise will have to wait another year for a shot at a National Toy Hall of Fame recognition after losing out to Mattel’s Phase 10 and Hasbro’s My Little Pony and Transformers…
Japanese crane game lets players catch, cook and eat sweet potatoes on the spot
Everyday Tore Tore Ya, a popular Japanese chain of crane game-exclusive arcades operated by Toyo Corp., is releasing a machine that lets players catch raw sweet potatoes and cook them. The new game,…
World’s first Nintendo Museum offers nostalgic journey for gamers
Nintendo officially opened its first museum in Uji, Japan, on Oct. 2, providing a unique opportunity for video game fans to explore the company’s 135-year history. The museum, housed in the company’s…
Hideo Kojima talks ‘Death Stranding” film, new game with Jordan Peele
Video game development legend Hideo Kojima, creator of the acclaimed “Death Stranding” and “Metal Gear” series, recently signed with talent agency WME to adapt his video game IP, “Death Stranding,”…
Keanu Reeves to voice anti-hero ‘Sonic 3’ character in video game
After lending his voice for Shadow in the 2024 film “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” Keanu Reeves is set to do the same for the character in the expansion of Sony’s video game bundle “Sonic X Shadow…
Nintendo, The Pokemon Company sue ‘Palworld’ developer for patent infringement
Nintendo and The Pokemon Company (TPC) have begun legal action against Pocketpair, the developer of the popular open-world survival game “Palworld.” The companies filed a lawsuit in the Tokyo…
Chinese province becomes tourist hotspot after ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ release
Shanxi province in northern China experienced a surge in tourism following the highly anticipated release of “Black Myth: Wukong” on Aug. 20. Tourism reportedly increased by 50% in August compared to…
Universal Studio Japan to open adults-only ‘Resident Evil’ attraction
Universal Studios Japan has teamed up with Capcom for an upcoming “Resident Evil” attraction set to open later this year for Halloween. Titled “Biohazard Night of Heroes” (with “Biohazard” being the…
Chun-Li, Bayonetta voice actor dead at 61
Atsuko Tanaka, the voice actor behind iconic video game characters Bayonetta from the “Bayonetta” series and Chun-Li from “Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike – Fight for the Future,” died at the age of…
‘Black Myth: Wukong’: China’s first AAA game hit with censorship controversy
China’s first AAA video game “Black Myth: Wukong” has become embroiled in controversy over alleged topic censorship for livestreamers just days after its explosive debut on Tuesday. On Saturday,…
Japanese company releases caffeinated ramen that gamers can eat with one hand
Japanese company Nippon Ham has released a ready-to-eat caffeinated ramen designed specifically for gamers. “Boost Noodle” requires no heating and can be consumed directly “with one hand” from a…
A game based on one of China’s greatest classic novels will be releasing this year
Chinese video game developer Game Science has released a new trailer for its highly anticipated “Black Myth: Wukong,” a game based on one of the four great Classic Chinese Novels and one of the most…
Bandai Namco revives Tamagotchi Connection for 20th anniversary
Bandai Namco is bringing back classic virtual pet toy Tamagotchi Connection in celebration of its 20th anniversary this year. Key points:
Controversy erupts over ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ protagonist
Upcoming video game “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” has ignited controversy over its portrayal of Yasuke, a historical African samurai, amid concerns about cultural representation and historical accuracy.…
Netflix x ‘Roblox’ ‘Nextworld’ game enters early access
Netflix’s virtual theme park on “Roblox,” “Nextworld,” entered early access last week, giving fans the opportunity to interact with their favorite characters from the livestreaming platform’s shows.…
‘Pokemon’ officially dead on Nintendo Network as final player logs out
The last player remaining on the “Pokemon X and Y” server has reportedly logged out, signaling the official end of “Pokemon” on the Nintendo Network. Key points:
Nintendo confirms ‘Switch 2’
Nintendo has finally confirmed that the next iteration of its wildly popular Switch console is coming. Key points:
