In Japan, video game bars have notoriously encountered legal issues over the years. Despite their popularity, the Association of Copyright for Computer Software (ACCS) has noted that not getting permission from creators can violate copyright laws. In 2011, ACCS called on game bars across Japan to follow copyright laws, yet in 2018, several video game bars were shuttered […]
These Women Are Fighting For More Inclusion In The FGC With Ongoing Battle Against Racism
Black women are fighting for their place in the fighting game community in its ongoing battle against racism and misogyny. Take a moment to think about all the different fighting game characters you can remember. Now think of all the female fighters, and then break that down into just the black female fighters. We were […]
The Game Awards 2020 Still Moving Forward
Plenty of game events this year have been canceled or otherwise shifted their plans, but The Game Awards will still proceed. Organizer Geoff Keighley talked about how the event will still take place, on-schedule, albeit in a completely digital format. “What I will say about it is, we have a very interesting plan for the […]
Barnstormers Is A VR Baseball Game Celebrating 100 Years Of NLB
Two years ago, a lone VR developer broke new ground in the scene with a hard-hitting look into the Civil Rights movement named I Am A Man. Now, Derek Ham is revealing his next project – Barnstormers: Determined To Win. I Am A Man was a poignant piece of VR history, transporting viewers back to […]
Hands-On: 3 Ways Stride Is A Worthy Mirror's Edge VR Tribute
VR gets its sprint on with Stride later this month. The Mirror’s Edge-inspired free-running game is coming to Early Access in August, but we’ve already taken it for a test run. Stride’s pre-release includes an Endless Mode that has you darting over rooftops, getting as far as you can before either taking a long tumble […]
Building a game that keeps players engaged for years — and deserves to be subscribed to
Presented by Xsolla The number of at-home gamers rose to new levels during the quarantine. As we all reset how we live and operate, the question becomes: How do you retain your new and loyal users, and keep them happy in your gaming ecosystem? Find out in this VB Live event. Access free on demand […]
Best CBD cream for pain: 2020 buyer’s guide
Presented by The Weed News Company Delivering a high dose of pain-killing CBD directly to the source, a CBD-rich cream or salve is an effective way to manage chronic pain in the joints, low back, or skin. The best CBD creams and salves contain other useful ingredients to provide a warming or cooling action to […]
First look at the Monster Hunter: World board game coming to Kickstarter
Monster Hunter: World is being turned into a board game by the experienced team at Steamforged Games. The cooperative multiplayer title will feature enormous new plastic models and will be priced in the $100 range. Fans should expect a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for Monster Hunter: World — The Board Game to launch some time […]
Australian Streamer Raises 1.1 Million For Children’s Charity
Paul Licari, known online as Pestily, has managed to raise $1.1 million for the Starlight Children’s Foundation in just seven months by livestreaming for roughly 1,400 hours. The Australian streamer, who has 617,000 followers on Twitch, has been broadcasting five to six times a week while asking followers to donate to the charity, which provides clothing, games, […]
Blaseball Is Back For Season 4
The very popular and very weird Internet curio Blaseball has returned today, after a two-week hiatus. The online baseball league simulator took a short break after its third season to shore up its online infrastructure after its popularity led to downtimes, but now it’s back with Season 4. One fan (notably retweeted from the official […]