No amount of good design work can stand up to poor art direction, and halfway through the series, the already-middling animation starts to melt. ― Magatsu Wahrheit -Zuerst- was never destined to be a real winner of a series, but I was rooting for it all the same. It's a prequel to a smartphone game I'd never heard of, and was only released internationally a month after the start of the anime's run. T...

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This Week in Games - Switching Positions

Mar 5, 14:30

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A bigger Switch could be on the horizon if that Bloomburg report is anything to go by. PLUS: Some old Square-Enix IPs could get a fresh coat of paint in THIS WEEK IN GAMES! ― Hey folks! It's another week with lots of news worth discussing. February and March aren't typically busy news months for games, but 2021 is just full of surprises! And, once again, it's a mix of good news (Announcements! New co...

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The List - 5 Best Anime Dubs of Winter 2021

Mar 5, 14:00

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Cartoon Cipher's Eric weighs in on the best performances this season! ― With this anime season having come to pass, the western anime industry is still working hard to catch up and provide English dubs for those who prefer them *while* the shows are airing in Japan, and while some are still going from previous seasons, today we're talking about the brand new ones. None of the shows from the Winter 2...

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Shonen Jump's Naruto: Ninja Arena Art Contest

Mar 5, 13:38

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Don't forget! The deadline for Naruto Art Contest Entries is Monday morning! We've got a cool $250 Game Package to give away to the best entry. ― Japanime Games is bringing Shonen Jump's Naruto: Ninja Arena, complete set to North America. To celebrate this awesome game coming to our shores, we're running an art contest! Create your interpretation of the Naruto gang playing a board game. Any game you...

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The Apothecary Diaries LN 1

Mar 4, 15:00

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Since Maomao, although ultimately well-intentioned, is somewhat abrasive, having a bit of a break from her not only allows a more in-depth understanding of the plot, it also can feel like a minor vacation from her thoughts. ― The original light novel of Natsu Hyuuga's The Apothecary Diaries is unusual in that its pacing is actually faster than that of the manga adaptation. What that means is that the...

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This Week in Anime - The Politics and Antics in Log Horizon

Mar 4, 13:00

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After six long years, Log Horizon is back to turn isekai tropes on his head. Sure, you could go on a magic-fueled power fantasy, but why not try to run an election campaign featuring someone named "Krusty" instead? ― After six long years, Log Horizon is back to turn isekai tropes on his head. Sure, you could go on a magic-fueled power fantasy, but why not try to run an election campaign featuring so...

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Sasaki and Miyano GN 1

Mar 3, 16:23

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It would have been nice to have a longer book because the story really is engaging, but this feels like one of those series where you take what you can get – because despite some missteps, what you get is a very enjoyable book. ― From the synopsis on the back cover of the book or on any number of retail websites, the first volume of Sasaki and Miyano seems rife with pitfalls. Not only is it about a b...

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PREVIEW: Story Of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town

Mar 3, 15:07

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Your relationship with the people of Olive Town is the game's real heart; that's what has given the brand the strength to carry on over all these years without getting lost in a sea of generic sim games. ― While downloading Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town, I realized something: I've never actually played a Harvest Moon/Story of Seasons game. I'm familiar with the concept, mostly because it w...

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Berserk of Gluttony GN 1

Mar 2, 15:00

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But while Fate and Roxy are both appealing characters that are easy to sympathize with, neither of them is the standout character of the first volume: That honor falls to Greed, a sentient sword. ― This first volume of Berserk of Gluttony is all about building the world and establishing the characters. Society in this Western fantasy world is organized around the special skills people are born with. ...

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This Week in Anime - What Makes Horimiya The Best Rom-Com in Years?

Mar 2, 14:06

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Horimiya has all the makings of a typical high school romance, but it stands out thanks to stellar direction, expert character writing, and a story that isn't afraid to go beyond handholding. Steve and Jean-Karlo discuss what sets the series apart. ― Horimiya has all the makings of a typical high school romance, but it stands out thanks to stellar direction, expert character writing, and a story tha...

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The ANN Aftershow - Down with the Eldian Empire!

Mar 2, 12:00

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An explosion rocks Paradis to its core as Armin and Mikasa learn there are insurrectionists in their midst — and they've chosen Eren as their figurehead. Lynzee, Jacki, and James discuss if Eren can even be considered a hero anymore. ― The ANN Aftershow - Attack on Titan Episode 71 - Down with the Eldian Empire! An explosion rocks Paradis to its core as Armin and Mikasa learn there are insurrectioni...

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Attack on Titan The Final Season ‒ Episode 12

Mar 1, 22:30

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"Do you know how to tell a good lie? Sometimes, you've gotta mix the truth into it."