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AppWizard

May 22, 2025

Access to adult PC games shut down on major Japanese online retailer amidst “discussions with payment processors”

Surugaya, a major retailer in Japan, has restricted access to its adult PC game and doujin pages on its online platform due to concerns about potential restrictions from credit card companies. Talos EC, Surugaya's listing management partner, announced on May 20 that mature content will be temporarily unavailable while discussions with payment processing providers are underway to establish guidelines for handling these products. Since early 2024, many Japanese platforms selling adult material have faced similar restrictions from credit card companies. Taro Yamada, a member of Japan’s House of Councilors, noted the complexities in the payment processing framework and highlighted challenges in identifying the responsible parties for these restrictions.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Peak Sekiro-like Nine Sols gets a 40% price cut ahead of its 1-year anniversary, and if you’ve ever liked parrying in a videogame, you need to play this thing

Nine Sols is an indie game developed by Red Candle Games, released in May 2024. It combines metroidvania elements with parry-timing combat inspired by Sekiro. The game is currently available at a 40% discount until May 12. Players are encouraged to experience the gameplay before exploring supplementary materials like the prelude manga.

AppWizard

April 10, 2025

New Epic Games Store Free Games Save PC Users $150

This week, the Epic Games Store is offering three free games for PC gamers, including River City Girls, a 2019 title developed by Arc System Works and WayForward, which is considered one of the best free offerings from the store in 2025. River City Girls features solo or local co-op gameplay, where players control the protagonists' girlfriends, Kyoko and Misako, as they seek revenge after their partners are captured. The game is noted for its vibrant 16-bit aesthetics and engaging soundtrack. Additionally, this week's offerings include Arcadegeddon and a bonus of 5,000 in-game Arcoins, while players logging into Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms through the Epic Games Store can receive a free bonus pack valued at . The total value of this week's free games is .

AppWizard

March 10, 2025

Gakuen Idolm@ster Game’s PC Version Launches on March 18

The PC version of Bandai Namco Entertainment's Gakuen Idolm@ster game app will debut on the DMM Games platform on March 18, 2025. The game was initially launched in Japan in May 2024 and allows players to act as producers at the Hatsuboshi Gakuen idol training school. The game features nine initial idols and has expanded its roster over time. Additionally, the Gakuen Idolmaster Gold Rush manga was introduced in October 2024, focusing on the character Kotone Fujita.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2025

Suikoden STAR LEAP announced for iOS, Android

Publisher Konami and developer MYTHRIL have announced Suikoden STAR LEAP for iOS and Android. It will be free-to-play with in-game microtransactions.

AppWizard

February 24, 2025

Gakuen Idolm@ster Game Gets PC Version on DMM Games Service

Bandai Namco Entertainment announced the upcoming launch of the PC version of Gakuen Idolm@ster, set to debut on the DMM Games platform in March. The game was initially released in Japan in May 2024 and allows players to act as a producer at the Hatsuboshi Gakuen idol training school, managing nine idols and their relationships. The franchise is also expanding into manga with the Gakuen Idolmaster Gold Rush, which debuted in October 2024, focusing on the character Kotone Fujita.

AppWizard

February 21, 2025

Check out a Trailer for ‘Minecraft: The Manga’

Minecraft: The Manga, Vol. 1, published by VIZ Media, features a young adventurer named Nico who faces challenges in a world filled with zombies, including a unique speaking zombie. A free preview of the manga is available for fans.

AppWizard

February 3, 2025

LINE NEXT Brings Blockchain Apps to LINE Messenger with Mini Dapps Launch

LINE NEXT has launched Mini Dapps and a Dapp Portal within LINE Messenger, allowing users to access decentralized applications directly in the app without needing separate downloads. The initial launch includes 32 Mini Dapps, with plans to expand to over 1,000 by the end of 2025. Notable Dapps include games like Bombie, Cattea, and Captain Tsubasa -RIVALS-, as well as a wellness Dapp called Superz. Users can trade virtual assets and engage in NFT transactions through an in-app wallet. Youngsu Ko, CEO of LINE NEXT, highlighted that accessibility is key for Web3 adoption. Additionally, a limited-time reward program will allow users to earn KAIA tokens for interacting with the Mini Dapps.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

10 Best Minecraft texture packs to use in 2024

The Overworld in Minecraft can be enhanced with various texture packs that add creativity and diversity to the game. Notable texture packs include: - Realism Craft 1.5: Enhances realism with lifelike trees, plants, and redesigned mobs. - Adventure Time Mash-Up: Allows players to explore the Land of Ooo as characters from the Adventure Time series. - Forge Medieval Fantasy: Introduces over 50 new block textures for building castles and dungeons. - Sci-Fi Robots: Transforms the world into a mechanical setting with robotic entities and sound effects. - Luxury Modern HD: Elevates structures to luxurious mansions with modern furnishings and themed mobs. - Ultra Anime Texture Pack: Features artwork inspired by manga and includes exclusive anime character skins. - Enhanced Textures: Revitalizes classic features with sharper visuals and intricate details. - Pastel Paradise: Softens the landscape with pastel colors while keeping mobs hostile. - Ultra City Texture Pack: Allows for the construction of urban structures with themed props and uniformed mobs. - Simply Cubed: Celebrates simplicity with a clean, pixelated art style and a new avatar design. Players are encouraged to explore the Marketplace for additional texture pack options.

BetaBeacon

December 11, 2024

Sakamoto Days Puzzle Game is an upcoming Japan-only release based on the anime

- Sakamoto Days anime is set to be released on Netflix and will also have its own mobile game called Sakamoto Days Dangerous Puzzle - The game will feature match-three gameplay, storefront simulation, battling mechanics, and the ability to recruit characters from the series - The anime focuses on Sakamoto, a retired assassin who now works in a convenience store with his partner Shin - The series has a cult following and is interesting to see it getting a mobile game release before the anime is out