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Smash Bros and Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai warns "an industry that loses its originality will simply die a slow death" as he retires his Game Designers Award after 16 years
Masahiro Sakurai, creator of Kirby and Super Smash Bros., announced the discontinuation of his Game Designers Award due to his inability to find a successor. He emphasized the critical importance of originality in the gaming industry, warning that a lack of it will lead to a slow death, especially as AAA budgets increase and lead to safer, less innovative titles.
I'm growing impatient for the new Evangelion anime, but this Asuka gaming keyboard helps
MelGeek has released pre-orders for its Centauri60 Asuka Edition HE gaming keyboard, inspired by Neon Genesis Evangelion, priced at $359 and shipping August 15. The keyboard features Hall-Effect magnetic switches and a design mimicking Asuka's EVA unit. A Rei Ayanami-themed Centauri80 keyboard is also available for $459, featuring an OLED touchscreen.
Champion modder ports the OG 'Father' Nier back into the PC remaster, original voiceovers and all
A modder named Elevna has successfully ported the original 'Father' Nier character model and voiceovers from Nier Gestalt into the PC remaster of Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139.... This mod allows players to experience the game with the older protagonist and his original voice actor, Jamieson Price, fulfilling a niche demand for the original Western release's protagonist.
PS5 developers are being told not to talk about physical games on socials
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reportedly enforcing strict social media guidelines for its developers, preventing them from discussing the company's decision to cease physical game releases after 2027. Despite significant online backlash and petitions, Sony appears prepared for the negative reaction and is maintaining a unified public front, with industry figures like Hideo Kojima and Yoko Taro expressing disappointment.
PlayStation "may as well eliminate the hardware" if Sony is ending physical discs, says creator of Disgaea RPG…
Sohei Niikawa, creator of the Disgaea series and former president of Nippon Ichi Software, has criticized Sony's decision to end physical game discs for PlayStation by 2028. He argues that physical editions are crucial for collectors, fans, and preserving game history, suggesting that if Sony eliminates discs, they might as well eliminate the hardware itself. This sentiment echoes concerns raised by other industry figures like Hideo Kojima and Yoko Taro regarding the future of physical media.
As PlayStation kills discs, Nier Automata creator Yoko Taro is "saddened by the loss of physical media" and despairs over "the future" of games: "That's just the way things are going"
Nier series director Yoko Taro expressed sadness over the decline of physical game media, citing PlayStation's plans to end disc production and Nintendo's Switch 2 Game-Key Cards. He believes the industry is moving away from physical distribution, contrary to his expectations that limited editions would persist. Taro's comments reflect a broader concern about the future of games and the loss of physical ownership.
After saying the first game is better than Nier Automata, Yoko Taro reckons he's gotta buy Stellar Blade: Blood…
Following his praise for Stellar Blade, Yoko Taro has expressed his intent to purchase the newly announced sequel, Stellar Blade: Blood Rain. Shift Up director Hyung-Tae Kim acknowledged Taro's enthusiasm, continuing a friendly exchange between the two creators whose games have influenced each other.
Square-Enix Should Resurrect Its Graveyard Of Mobile Games After Final Fantasy Resonance
Square Enix's announcement of Final Fantasy Resonance, an HD-2D remake of the mobile game Final Fantasy: Brave Exvius, highlights the potential for reviving its numerous shut-down mobile titles. The article argues that the company should consider repurposing its entire mobile catalog, including games like Chaos Rings and Demon's Score, into offline console and PC experiences to preserve their legacies and reach new audiences. This discussion is framed against the backdrop of fan-led revival efforts for games like Nier Re[in]carnation and differing views on game preservation.
The Weeknd saw the Persona 6 announcement and played Persona 4 Revival before any of us
Atlus officially announced Persona 6 at Summer Game Fest, with singer The Weeknd revealing he had an early look prior to the reveal. He also played a build of Persona 4 Revival, which is set to release in February 2027. The Weeknd has previously expressed his love for the Persona series and has met with game developers.
Nier creator Yoko Taro swoons over Gundam Rogue Orbit, says he wouldn't be confident enough to create anything cooler than Bandai Namco's new mech game
Nier creator Yoko Taro expressed his admiration for the newly announced Gundam Rogue Orbit, calling it "insanely impressive" and stating he wouldn't be confident creating anything cooler. The game, developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC, and will feature an original story pitting humanity against an unknown threat.
RPGs like Dragon Quest 11 and Nier: Automata are heavily outsourced, Square Enix producer says, with surprisingly few…
Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito revealed that popular RPG series like Dragon Quest and Nier heavily rely on outsourced developers, with neither being made entirely in-house. For example, Dragon Quest 11 saw between a third and a half of its development handled internally, while Nier: Automata was developed by PlatinumGames. This trend is expected to continue with future titles like Dragon Quest 12.
Nier and Devil May Cry leads say "a lot of Korean developers are ahead of Japan," and I can't imagine Crimson Desert has helped their fear of "being left behind"
Nier creator Yoko Taro and Devil May Cry creator Hideki Kamiya believe Korean developers are technologically ahead of Japan in game development. They expressed admiration for the quality and innovation emerging from Korea, citing titles like Crimson Desert, Lies of P, and Stellar Blade. The developers stated that this competition inspires them to improve their own work and not be left behind.
Devil May Cry and Bayonetta creator says he'd rather have a game cancelled than release "something…
Devil May Cry and Bayonetta creator Hideki Kamiya stated he would prefer a game to be cancelled rather than released in a subpar state. He emphasized prioritizing creative vision over strict schedules, even if it means projects might not see the light of day. Kamiya also mentioned his work on Okami and reflected on past cancelled projects like Scalebound.
Nier: Automata director Yoko Taro says Square Enix anniversary tease just means the publisher wants to…
Nier: Automata director Yoko Taro believes Square Enix's "to be continued..." message for the game's 9th anniversary tease is a way to continue making money from the franchise. Producer Yosuke Saito confirmed he requested the message for the anniversary video, though the continuation of the series remains uncertain. The discussion highlights the franchise's extensive merchandising and collaborations.
Yoko Taro: “To be continued” message from NieR: Automata 9th anniversary means they are “going to milk it”
NieR: Automata director Yoko Taro commented on the "to be continued..." message from the game's 9th-anniversary event, suggesting it signifies plans to monetize the franchise further. Producer Yosuke Saito confirmed the message was intentional to extend the anniversary narrative towards the 10th year.
NieR: Automata’s “to be continued…” message didn’t mean what fans expected
NieR: Automata producer Yosuke Saito clarified that the "To be continued..." message at the end of the game's 9th-anniversary stream was a lighthearted way to express the team's desire to continue the franchise, not a direct sequel tease. Director Yoko Taro humorously suggested it meant the team intended to continue making money. The article also touches on the unexpected massive success of NieR: Automata, with sales exceeding 10 million copies, and the pressure this has placed on the development team.
MAC 2026 Announces Ken Levine, Yoko Taro and Jeff Gomez for One-Day Online Conference on Interactive Storytelling
The Modern Audience Conference (MAC) 2026 will host an online event on May 20, 2026, focusing on interactive storytelling in games and media. Featured speakers include Ken Levine, Yoko Taro, and Jeff Gomez, who will discuss practical insights into crafting engaging narratives and pushing genre boundaries. The conference aims to counter generic content by highlighting bold and human-centric storytelling approaches across various platforms.
The Weeknd Just Fumbled Persona 5 Royal's Hottest Love Interest
Musician Abel Tesfaye, also known as The Weeknd, has publicly lamented missing the opportunity to romance the character Tae Takemi in Persona 5 Royal. Despite being over 90 hours into the game, Tesfaye realized he failed to select the romance option during Takemi's Rank 9 event, preventing a relationship from forming. This has led to widespread fan reactions and memes online, with Atlus developers even acknowledging Tesfaye's gaming endeavors.
Nier master Yoko Taro became a director because he wouldn't stop yapping: "It wasn't that I had some…
Nier and Drakengard creator Yoko Taro discusses how he became a game director, attributing his start to luck, Capcom, and his tendency to talk a lot during his time at developer Cavia. He reflects on the creative freedom he had on the original Drakengard, published by Square Enix, and how he views game development as solving puzzles within constraints rather than personal expression.
I don't understand how Final Fantasy 14 can do a crossover with acclaimed anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and…
Final Fantasy XIV is announcing a crossover raid with the acclaimed anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, titled 'Ghosts of Desire.' The raid will feature creative input from the Evangelion filmmakers. The article expresses trepidation and wonder at this unexpected collaboration, noting the profound cultural impact of Evangelion.
