Ask John: Do Commercial Anime Lack Artistic Credibility?

Ask John: Question: Does an anime lose its artistic value given its commercial nature in comparison to originally produced works such as Princess Kaguya or Angel’s Egg? Answer: American experience and commonplace knowledge traditionally suggests that cinematic media created as “extended commercials” are nearly always garbage. In some cases the creators seemingly had little idea …

Hands On with the G’AIM’E TIME CRISIS Gun Controller Set

During the Sheffield Games Market, which took place at Ponds Forge Leisure Centre in Sheffield on Saturday 3rd August 2025, I was able to meet the G’AIM’E Team and go hands on with the upcoming TIME CRISIS Gun Controller Set. I’ve already shared my initial reactions on social media, but I thought i’d go in …

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Crossover Event in “Identity V” Now Available

A unique story unfolds within the 1v4 asymmetrical horror mobile game, Identity V, as NetEase Games have recently confirmed that a new collaboration event with Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is underway. A special anime trailer, that draws inspiration from the first season of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, has also been released online. This limited-time collaboration …