This 83-year-old Japanese erotic game producer playing Stalker 2 while blasting a cig is an impossibly big mood

Despite its frequent respawning characters, disappearing enemies, glitches, and technical issues that are characteristic of ‘eurojank’ games, Stalker 2 stands out as a highly ambitious project with moments of true brilliance that captivate a specific audience. This audience is willing to overlook, or even appreciate, the game’s flaws when they contribute to an immersive survival sandbox atmosphere. It is not surprising that Stalker 2 has found popularity in its native country, and the series has traditionally had a strong fanbase in Eastern Europe. However, I must admit that I did not anticipate Stalker 2 would appeal to Japanese octogenarians who are presidents of adult-themed game studios.

Bionic Bay launches March 13, 2025

In a delightful twist, the side-scrolling action platformer game named “Bonic Bay” is set to debut on both PlayStation 5 and PC platforms (Steam and Epic Games Store) on March 13, 2025. The announcement was made jointly by publishers Kepler Interactive and developers Mureena and Psychoflow.