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Nintendo’s Palworld Patent War Backfires: Why the USPTO is Challenging the ‘S...

The hottest news circulating among gamers right now has to be the patent infringement lawsuit filed by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company against Pocketpair, the developers behind the global sensation Palworld. Since its announcement, the game has sparked a fierce international debate: is it merely a Pokémon clone, or does it represent a new era of innovation? Many assumed that once Nintendo’s renowned legal team—often nicknamed the “Nintendo Ninjas”—got involved, the battle was over. However,...
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What is CERN? What do they do? Is it the model for SERN in Steins;Gate? What is its true ...

The European Organization for Nuclear Research, “CERN” (pronounced “Serun” in Japanese), is located on the outskirts of Geneva, Switzerland. It is the world’s largest particle physics research facility, a cutting-edge institute that aims to unravel the “beginning of the universe” and the “formation of matter”. Recently, in May 2025, a team at CERN announced that they succeeded in “converting lead into gold” using the “Large Hadron Collider (LHC)”, which became a hot topic. Also, upon...
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Why “Political Correctness” in Games Annoys Players: Do We Really Need Divers...

Recently, “diversity (DEI / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)” has become a major theme in the game industry. The term “political correctness” (often abbreviated as “PC”) has also become widely known. It refers to efforts to avoid using “discriminatory expressions” based on characteristics like race, nationality, disability, and religion. Instead, people should use “neutral expressions” that are not discriminatory. Many people who like games have probably heard terms like “political correctness” and “DEI” at least once....
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Nintendo Switch 2 Reselling in Japan: Anti-Resale Efforts, Shoko Nakagawa’s Backlas...

The new Nintendo gaming console, “Nintendo Switch 2“, was released on June 5, 2025. Many people applied for the lottery to buy the new model, so it’s still “difficult to get your hands on“. Nintendo set application conditions to prevent resale, such as “having played Nintendo Switch software for more than 50 hours as of February 28, 2025”. Nintendo revealed that the number of applicants in Japan for the first lottery at the official “My...
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Why Is Sweet Baby Inc. Controversial? Reasons for Backlash and Company Origins Explained

Sweet Baby is a well-known consulting firm in the gaming industry. They promote “diversity” and “equity.” While promoting “diversity” and “equity” may seem like a good thing, games that include Sweet Baby often have too many “political correctness” elements. As a result, the company is facing criticism from many gamers. This time, we will explain why Sweet Baby is often criticized and, first, where the company is from. What is Sweet Baby? What country is...
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Dolls Nest Game: What It Is, Gameplay, & Platforms (Steam, Switch, Mobile Compatibil...

Dolls Nest is an action game that is becoming more popular, especially on the PC gaming platform Steam. It’s a hardcore and deep 3D action game set in a world that’s destroyed after an apocalypse. Players control “Armored Soldiers,” which are female-looking mechanical soldiers. They explore and fight in the game. People like the “highly strategic combat system”, “highly customizable elements” and “dark yet beautiful world view”. This led to it being called a “hidden...
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – What is it? What kind of game is it? Is it playable on Stea...

The French game “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is becoming more and more popular all the time. It has gotten a lot of attention for adding a new and creative “reactive turn-based” feature, and people are calling it “too fun” and a “masterpiece“. In France, President Macron praised the game, saying it was “a symbol of French boldness.” It sold over one million copies in its first week. This time, we will talk about what kind...
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Where Are Japan’s Anime Pilgrimage Sites? Nipponbashi Ota Road: Osaka’s Akihabara

Located not far from Namba, Osaka, Nipponbashi Ota Road is a must-visit spot for anime, manga, and video game enthusiasts. Nippombashi Ota Road is a must-visit spot for anime, manga, and video game enthusiasts. Nipponbashi Ota Road has made a name for itself as a mecca of otaku culture to the extent that it is also referred to as the “Akihabara of Osaka”. It is a must-visit place for those who want to learn more...
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What is “Chiikawa Pocket”? What kind of game is it? Is it free or paid? Can y...

On March 27, 2025, “Chiikawa Pocket” was released as a smartphone app game for iPhone (iOS) and Android. It is the first game app based on the popular manga and anime “Chiikawa“, so many people have probably been interested in it. Before it was released, more than 2.3 million people had signed up, which shows how much attention it has attracted. In this article, we will tell you what kind of game app “Chiikawa Pocket”...
Liar's Bar

Liar’s Bar: Overview, Gameplay, Features, Rules, and Supported Platforms – The Ulti...

“Liar’s Bar” is a game where the call of “Liar!” echoes, letting you enjoy a thrilling atmosphere. The game is set in a bar, and its characters include unique animals. They play games using cards and dice, and many streamers broadcast their gameplay. This time, we will talk about the game “Liar’s Bar”, its features, and the computers and devices it can be played on. What is Liar’s Bar? （出典：Steam） “Liar’s Bar” is an online...