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Guy Dressed As Sonic Messes With Cops
In America and Japan, Sonic is a fun-loving hedgehog that loves gold rings, going fast, scarves and occasionally kissing human women. In France? Sonic just wants to see the world burn. Watch French comedian, prankster and Mario Kart LARPer Rémi Gaillard dress up in a Sonic costume and proceed to screw with everything around him,…
By Chris Person Published February 21, 2014 -
Kotaku EastJapan’s Finally Gotten Their PS4s
After watching Sony’s newest video game console make its debut away from home, Japanese video game lovers are finally getting their hands on the PS4. No Banderas from the first guy to get one, though. Come on, dude. The debut of the Japanese PS4 happened a few hours ago—check out the stream here—with legendary game…
By Evan Narcisse Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
So What Did You Think Of Bravely Default‘s Second Half?
This post contains spoilers for Bravely Default It’s been two weeks since the wonderful 3DS RPG Bravely Default came out in America, so I think it’s fair to start talking about that horrible second half. As many of you must have realized by now, the first four chapters of Bravely Default ask you to go…
By Jason Schreier Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
Today’s selection of articles from Kotaku‘s reader-run community: When Silent Protagonists Start Talking In Sequels • This Anime Deserves More Attention • Remembering Old School Thief Before The New One Releases TAY Classic—TAY Open Forum—Beginner’s Guide To TAY Follow them here.
By Tina Amini Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
What’s The Best Gaming Mousepad?
Our Best Gaming Mouse voting was our biggest so far, but what about the surface your fancy new mouse sits on? Sure, modern mice can get by on most desks, but after using dedicated mousing surfaces for some time now, I can attest that they’ll bring out the best in your mouse of choice. But…
By Shane Roberts Published February 21, 2014 -
UncategorizedThe Worst Robin Costume Still Lives
Do you remember Robin’s costume from the 1997 movie Batman & Robin (yeah, the one with the armored nipples)? What happened to it? No it’s not destroyed. The original owner of the outfit, Chris O’Donnell still has it at home, keeping it out of harm’s way. He revealed this and talked a bit about it…
By Gergo Vas Published February 21, 2014 -
Kotaku EastLet’s Try and Figure Out This New Deep Down Trailer
It seems like every teaser for Capcom’s big, upcoming PS4 title is designed to confuse viewer with a bunch of random dialogue and rabid monster enemies, while showing off the bleeding-edge tech that makes it run. This one is no different. Still… look at that fire! The voiceover narration in this new clip—meant to celebrate…
By Evan Narcisse Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
Disney Princesses as Game of Thrones Characters
Well, it had to happen some time. It’s one of those Disney fan-crossovers where identifying who’s who exactly takes a bit more time. It’s such a diverse cast, but artist Sam Tsui on DeviantART didn’t have much problem with it and remade everyone as medieval fantasy characters from Game of Thrones Here’s some of the…
By Gergo Vas Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
Joker, as a Chaos Wyrm and Batman as… well as The Dark Knight in DeviantART artist sandara‘s surreal piece. That’s breathtaking! Like one of the bosses from Dark Souls, except it looks more evil. Here’s the full image: Chaos Wyrm vs Dark Knight [sandara, DeviantART] Dayshot is an image-based feature that runs every morning, showcasing…
By Gergo Vas Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
Why I am Unable to Enjoy Space Dandy
A few weeks back, I polled our user-run blog, Talk Amongst Yourselves, about what they thought the best anime of winter 2014 is. Hands down, the answer was the latest anime from the creators of Cowboy Bebop: Space Dandy. Unfortunately, it is an anime I am completely unable to enjoy. I am aware that I…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
The Thinnest Latex Condoms on Earth Certainly Are Stretchy
A Chinese company recently took the Guinness World Records for the world’s thinnest latex condom. It comes in at 0.036 millimeters. According to AFP, a press conference held this week in Hong Kong to announce that Guangzhou Daming United Rubber Products set this new world record. It was previously held by Japanese condom maker Okamoto…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
New Game Turns Tetris Blocks into Anime Characters
Earlier this month, Japan saw the release of Puyo Puyo Tetris, a game that mixes the two classic puzzle games. But while Puyo Puyo games have characters (and a plot), Tetris doesn’t. Thus, there was only one possible solution: Turn everyone’s favorite shape blocks into anime characters. In the plot of the game, the Tetris…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
Transformers Make for the Cutest Japanese Family
Despite being only eight minutes per episode, Tonari no Seki-kun: The Master of Killing Time is possibly the funniest anime this season. One of the latest episodes, “Disaster Drill,” features the titular Seki-kun playing house with robot action figures that look suspiciously like Transformers. Tonari no Seki-kun: The Master of Killing Time is the story…
By Richard Eisenbeis Published February 21, 2014 -
Kotaku EastThe World’s Most Dangerous Fireworks Festival Looks, Well, Unsafe
As far as fireworks festivals go, they don’t get much more dangerous than this. Held annually in Tainan City, Taiwan at the end of Chinese New Year, the festival features thousands of bottle rockets launched from a “beehive” to cleanse evil spirits and bring good fortune. No wonder this has been called “the most dangerous…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
Diddy Kong Joins The Battle In Super Smash Bros. Wii U
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is out today, and to celebrate this, Masahiro Sakurai revealed the next member of Super Smash Bros. Wii U‘s roster: Diddy Kong. I was really hoping for a Cranky Kong reveal, but Diddy Kong will do as well. Looking at his hands, I’m pretty sure he’ll be a flexible character.…
By Gergo Vas Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
Imaginary Boyfriends and Girlfriends Are the Best
They are! They don’t forget things, break your heart, or act annoying. They also don’t exist, but don’t hold that against them. These photos were taken by photographer Lin Xi, who said he’s inspired by anime and manga, and appeared on China’s micro-blogging service Sina Weibo around Valentine’s Day. The images were viewed thousands of…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 21, 2014 - Kotaku East
Here’s Something You Don’t Usually See at Japanese Console Launches
Over the years living in Japan, I don’t ever recall seeing anything like this at a console launch. Nope. I’ve never seen a group of young people in glow-in-the-dark hockey masks, waiting for a console. Not once. Spotted by Japanese site Inside Games, these are actually pop music singers. They’re members of a new idol…
By Brian Ashcraft Published February 21, 2014 - Uncategorized
The Video Games That Contain Art. Literally.
No tired old arguments here today. Today, we’re looking at the examples of video games that contain works of art. The Video Game Art Archive is a collection of instances in games where some of the greatest paintings in history find their way onto bitmapped walls. There are also collections of original art you can…
By Luke Plunkett Published February 20, 2014 - Uncategorized
Soon, You Can Buy A Real Mario Kart
This isn’t an action figure, or some random capsule collectible. This baby is a “full size” 6V ride-on Mario Kart, and is ready for you to try and cram your butt into. Of course, it’s designed primarily for kids. But given the franchise’s history, and the fact it’s got an open seat, I’m sure the…
By Luke Plunkett Published February 20, 2014