This section compiles reports on real-world incidents and social issues across the gaming and pop-culture industries. Coverage includes safety and crime at fan events, child protection and moderation on online platforms, studio labor conditions, and legal or ethical disputes involving games.
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Tokyo police have arrested an anime fan who placed and cancelled over 2,000 merchandise orders from publisher Shueisha to relieve stress, causing massive damages.
China has banned AI companion apps over concerns about emotional addiction and the potential negative impact on real-world relationships and birth rates.
Studio BONES animator Jovzkie expressed frustration after Gachiakuta creator Kei Urana deactivated her social media account due to persistent online harassment.
Chronos Games & Gifts in Oregon temporarily suspended Yu-Gi-Oh! tournaments following multiple customer complaints about poor player hygiene.
A study on Japanese gamers reveals a growing trend where players at risk of social withdrawal avoid communicating with others even in online multiplayer games.
VTuber Essie, famous for jinxing every football team she supported, announced she will stop cheering after facing heavy harassment from fans.
Organizers of a Toronto Deltarune fan cafe have apologized after attendees faced severe mismanagement, overcrowding, and food poisoning from served meals.
Roblox faces a massive downturn as its market value drops over $70 billion amid slowing daily active user growth and a shortage of standout hit games.
A Hatsune Miku cosplayer was banned from Guangzhou's Firefly Comic Convention after selling drinks soaked with her feet, mimicking a viral US stunt.
A Chinese father is suing Tencent, NetEase, and miHoYo for nominal damages of 10 yuan to demand stricter enforcement of youth anti-gaming addiction laws.
The Pokémon Company has pledged over 100 million yen to aid relief efforts and support victims affected by the powerful earthquake in Kumamoto.
A Kamen Rider Sieg cosplayer captured an upskirt voyeur red-handed at ACGHK after the suspect targeted his girlfriend, promptly handing him over to police.