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French Studios: The Modern Superpowers of the Global Animation Industry
French animation studios are emerging as global industry leaders, taking on major video game adaptations like the upcoming Final Fantasy IX series.
Good Work Doesn't Need Global Market Focus: Hideaki Anno and Takashi Yamazaki's Perspectives
Hideaki Anno and Takashi Yamazaki share contrasting views against Japan's global market push, emphasizing that great works do not need to cater to international audiences.
Fan Service Marketing: Seductive Appeal vs. Long-Term Game Sustainability
An analysis of fan service as a promotional strategy in mobile games, exploring its instant viral appeal against the reality of long-term sustainability.
Artists Outraged as X Launches AI Feature Allowing Users to Edit Anyone's Images
X has introduced a Grok AI feature letting users edit any image on their feed, prompting severe backlash from artists and driving many to switch platforms.
Taimanin Squad: From the Shadows into the Light, a New Global Test for the Ninja Girls
The famous Taimanin franchise steps into the mainstream with Taimanin Squad, a new full 3D game featuring a roster of over 150 familiar characters.
EA Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Acquisition Deal by Saudi Investment Fund
Electronic Arts has finalized a $55 billion buyout deal by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, taking the gaming giant private while retaining CEO Andrew Wilson.
China's Largest Doujinshi Event Comicup Bans Non-Chinese Character Cosplay
China's largest doujinshi event Comicup has introduced a sudden rule restricting cosplay strictly to Chinese IP characters, barring foreign anime and gaming characters.
Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000 Becomes Most Wishlisted Reveal from The Game Awards 2025
Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000 emerged as the most wishlisted reveal from The Game Awards 2025, topping around 760,000 wishlists within weeks.
Black Myth: Wukong Drives Surge in Chinese Tourism by Featuring Real-Life Historical Sites
Black Myth: Wukong has boosted Chinese tourism as fans flock to 36 real-life cultural and historical sites featured in the game, generating millions in local revenue.
Titanfall and Apex Legends Creator Vince Zampella Passes Away Suddenly at 55
Vince Zampella, industry icon and co-founder of Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment, has tragically passed away at the age of 55.
Katekyo Hitman Reborn! Announces New Anime Project for 20th Anniversary
Katekyo Hitman Reborn! has officially announced a new anime project to celebrate its 20th anniversary, accompanied by a special exhibition and PV.