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Mega Man Breadcrumbs and Utter Contempt

Earlier today, Capcom announced a new Mega Man game. Usually if Capcom announces a new Mega Man game, I’d do a proper post. But no, not for this game. It’s not a proper Mega Man game. Instead, Capcom is releasing a Mega Man social game for iOS. Look, social games are fine. iOS games are…

I Wonder How Little Putin Looks with His Shirt Off

Go ahead. Gaze into Mr. Putin’s eyes. What do you see? I see a figure from Hong Kong toy maker DiD. You might get a sense of Putin’s soul. Regardless, here’s a collectible Putin. He comes with two flags, a wooden podium, alternate outfits—and more. The Putin figure will be out this September. Let the…

Schoolgirl Cosplayers Reborn as Pastel Haired Popstars!

Just as Comic Market (aka “Comiket”) wraps up in Japan, several of the country’s most popular cosplayers—Enako, Akira Itsuki, and Kuroneko—are releasing their singing debut for Sony Music’s DefSTAR Records label. Their group is called “Panache!”, and the concept behind the trio is that it’s a mix of 2D and 3D—in short, the concept is…

Capcom announces a new Mega Man. It’s a social game. For iOS. Yep.

Chinese Farmer Is Both Luke Skywalker and Iron Man

Sun Jifa lost both hands while constructing a homemade bomb. The explosive was to be used for blast fishing, but accidentally went off. Unable to work on his family farm and unable to afford pricey prosthetic limbs, the 51 year-old came up with a plan: build the arms himself. For eight years, Sun toiled, constructing…

In Japan, Microsoft’s Take on Windows 7 Has Been…Different

It’s the return of Nanami Madobe! She’s the OS character (née OS-tan) for Windows 7. OS-tan is an anime personification of computer operating systems; they’re usually created online by fans. Nanami Madobe, however, was the first official OS-tan. Windows 7 was Windows 7 in Japan—it wasn’t any different other than being in Japanese. However, back…

The Avengers Tagline Stirs Up Controversy in Japan

The Avengers isn’t out in Japan yet, but will be later this week. However, the flick’s Japanese tagline is making a few people at least very, very upset. In Japanese, the film’s tagline is 日本よ、これが映画だ or “Hey Japan, this is a movie”. While some might think that seems innocuous enough, a couple prominent individuals have…

Korean Cops Blame Grand Theft Auto for Motorcycle Gang Attack

This Sunday at 4am, five teenage members of a motorcycle gang attacked an inebriated man, reports The Korea Herald. Seoul police think that the teens were copying a scene from Grand Theft Auto IV. The 31 year-old drunk man was sitting on the curb in southern Seoul when the gang assaulted him. Authorities filed for…

Some Jerk Throwing Money in the Street

There was the jerk who threw money to get a PC demo station (that was probably fake). Then, there was the jerk who threw money to get a booth companion (that might’ve been fake). And now, there was the jerk who threw money out of his car. That, it seems, was real. According to Chinese…

Japan’s Favorite Arrogant-Looking Chef Serves Up a Video Game Appearance

Celebrity chef Tatsuya Kawagoe is young, handsome, and an internet meme in Japan. The 40 year-old seems to have become an online gag because he’s a good-looking successful guy and sports what the Japanese call a “doyagao” (“self-satisfied look”; ドヤ顔). Besides owning restaurants and releasing his own sauces, Chef Kawagoe recorded a music single, which…

Capcom just announced ResidentEvil.net, which tracks game stats and compares with friends.

China’s Swimming Pool Insanity Will Melt Your Mind

It’s summer! Time to head to the pool and the beach—with a bajillion other people. Here is a sample of what are apparently swimming spots in China. There doesn’t look like there’s much swimming going on. The images are a bit like looking at Pointillism paintings or video game sprites. If these photos amaze you,…

Dante’s brother, Vergil, is headed to DmC; Devil May Cry

What It Was Like Rebuilding Japan Out of LEGO

Earlier this spring, I was at shopping mall in Osaka with my family. It was a typical day—a typical day that involved us hanging out at the Ultraman store While at the mall, we noticed that there was a LEGO event called “Build Up Japan”. Kids were asked to build futuristic structures—by asked, LEGO gave…

Japan Getting a Giant Gundam, Um, Box

Tokyo got a giant Gundam. Osaka? Osaka is getting a giant Gundam box. From August 15 to August 21, an enormous replica of Gundam model packaging is going up in Osaka Station. The structure measures 8.3 meters (27 feet) across. Inside, there will be an array of models on display. The goal is hopefully attract…

These Cigarette Fighter Planes Are a Highway to The Danger Zone

When you finish that pack of cigarettes, you’re left with more than filters and smelly clothes. There are also empty cigarette boxes—oh, and the possibility you’re getting an awful disease. But let’s ignore the health risks for a minute! Let’s just focus on those empty boxes, and the awesome fighter jets they can become. Recently…

The Chinese One Piece Game I Wish I Never Played

The Japanese manga and anime sensation about pirates, One Piece, is very popular here in China—so much so that it almost spawned a theme park. Perhaps it is because that I that I actually enjoy One Piece that I found its latest offering in the form a Chinese licensed (which may turn out to be…

Japan’s Biggest Role-Playing Game Gets its Own…Minivan

To promote online role-playing game Dragon Quest X, Square Enix and Nissan joined forces for this: a Dragon Quest branded Nissan Serena. The Nissan minivan was wrapped in Dragon Quest characters. The Japanese car maker is rolling out seven of these to appear at Dragon Quest events and promote the game. One lucky individual can…

Here’s a Sex Doll Reviewing Game Hardware

Before you go all what is this I don’t even, yes, you are looking at sex doll that reviews video game hardware. From handhelds like the 3DS XL to racing wheels, this pleasure aid reviews them all. The doll’s name appears to be “Doll”, and she has a huge collection of all the latest gaming…

Godzilla, Dissected for Your Viewing Pleasure

Since 1954, Godzilla—née “Gojira”— has stomped over miniature Japanese cities. The character is a movie icon. But have you ever wondered what’s inside the enormous kaiju? (Well, besides Godzilla guts…) This, apparently. The illustration seems to be from a Japanese children’s book, and it lists the different parts of Godzilla’s anatomy, including his brain, uranium…