https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3337694/japan-gamer-12-plans-quit-school-pursue-esports-supported-parents-sparks-debate?module=top_story&pgtype=section
Jan 5, 2026 - Boy with capacity for focus far exceeding ordinary child aims for top of professional gaming; once concentrated on game so much, he wet himself.
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https://www.pcgamer.com/were-at-japans-indie-festival-bitsummit/
We're here at Bitsummit playing games and talking to developers about PC gaming in Japan.
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https://www.pcgamer.com/capcom-reportedly-forced-staff-to-work-on-site-despite-japans-covid-emergency/
Last year's data leak allegedly made the publisher fearful of remote work.
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