B.B. Studio Rebrands as Bandai Namco Forge Digital
B.B. Studio rebrands as Bandai Namco Forge Digital, signaling a focus on digital craftsmanship while continuing Gundam and Super Robot Wars development.
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Visions of Mana Director Kenji Ozawa Founds Studio Sasanqua
Kenji Ozawa, director of Visions of Mana, has launched Studio Sasanqua, a Tokyo-based studio focused on console and PC game development.
Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro Uchikoshi Reflect on The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy Demo Launch
Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro Uchikoshi share their insights on the demo launch of The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy. The demo gives a sneak peek into the game’s strategic RPG combat, branching storylines, and the tough decisions players will face. Full release on Nintendo Switch and PC arrives April 24, 2025.
Nintendo Ends My Nintendo Gold Points for Purchases
Nintendo will end My Nintendo Gold Points rewards for purchases starting March 24, impacting digital and physical game buyers.
Switch 2 Price to Balance Affordability, Says Nintendo
Nintendo says Switch 2 price will prioritize affordability while accounting for inflation and exchange rates. More details are expected at the April 2 Direct.
Nintendo Pledges to Prevent Switch 2 Scalping
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa confirmed measures to prevent scalpers from hoarding Switch 2 stock, with full details expected during the April 2 Direct.
Nippon Ichi Software President Tetsuhisa Seko Passes at 55
Nippon Ichi Software has announced the passing of its president, Tetsuhisa Seko, at 55, honoring his leadership and lasting impact on the Disgaea series.
AMD Unveils New GPUs and CPUs at CES 2025
At CES 2025, AMD took the spotlight by unveiling its latest gaming processors and GPUs. The company revealed the Ryzen…