Exploring the Japanese video game industry

Take a trip through the world of Japanese gaming during 2018-19. Explore the virtual landscape and meet some of the key people at the forefront of the country's video game industry.

Season 1

Esports

Esports

Playing Fields S1E1
What's life as a career gamer like in Japan? Hear all from Daigo 'The Beast' Umehara and Kana 'Tanukana' Tani.
10 min
Arcades

Arcades

Playing Fields S1E2
Insert coin, unleash memories: dive into Japan's arcade obsession.
9 min
Indie

Indie

Playing Fields S1E3
Meet Indie game heavyweights like Dylan Colburn and members of Japan's young game creating talent.
10 min
Japan's AAA gaming

Japan's AAA gaming

Playing Fields S1E4
How Japan's AAA gaming resurgence makes it a significant force in the industry.
10 min

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