The Japanese government has set a massive growth target by renewing its 'Cool Japan' strategy to make the anime, manga, and gaming sectors one of the country's main economic pillars.
North American publishing giant Yen Press has introduced Avocado House, a new imprint that will bring select works of world literature to the English-speaking market.
A major change has occurred in the long-awaited Metal Gear Solid live-action adaptation; Sony Pictures has brought in the directors of Final Destination: Bloodlines to lead the project.
The film adaptation of the viral horror game The Exit 8 ramps up the tension with its final trailer ahead of its North American release.
Nintendo's legendary rhythm series, Rhythm Heaven, is returning to the Switch platform on July 2, 2026, with a new game titled Groove after a long silence.
Yuki Kaji, the star of the Attack on Titan series, has officially announced the establishment of his new company, FRACTAL, which focuses on voice AI technologies and professional management services.
Cover Corp, a giant in the VTuber world, has decided to make a major change to the management structure of the male group Holostars Japan, ending corporate projects and merchandise production.
Saudi Arabia's EGDC, a subsidiary of the MiSK Foundation, continues to consolidate its influence in the global gaming sector by increasing its stake in Japanese gaming giant CAPCOM to 6.04%.
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, one of the legendary figures of the video game world and creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun series, has passed away at the age of 64.
The gaming world in Japan was active in the final weeks of March; while Pokémon Pokopia maintained its lead, Crimson Desert and Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection made a fast entry into the charts.
Hayate Inc., a joint venture between Crunchyroll and Aniplex, has announced the acquisition of all shares of the successful anime studio Lay-duce.
The US Patent Office has rejected Nintendo's patent application regarding character summoning mechanics in games; this decision could change the course of the ongoing Palworld lawsuit.