Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally demanded the U.S. government stop using characters from Mario, Pokémon, and Naruto in official social media posts without permission. The requests, made at least twice in June 2025 through diplomatic channels, cite copyright concerns and potential brand damage from pro-war content. Japanese fans have amplified the pressure through a petition that reached the Cabinet Office and drew international media attention.
The European Union has stated it cannot stop Sony from discontinuing physical disc releases for new PS5 games starting January 2028, citing commercial freedoms. Despite a petition nearing 300,000 signatures and backlash from gamers, Sony is unlikely to reverse its decision, which shifts focus to more lucrative digital sales. This move affects all new PS5 titles, though some upcoming games like God of War Laufey and Marvel’s Wolverine will still be available on disc.
A petition urging Sony not to discontinue physical PlayStation game discs has garnered over 220,000 signatures, reflecting a strong community desire to preserve the option for purchasing and owning physical copies of games. This comes amidst industry shifts towards digital distribution. The petition highlights concerns over game ownership, resale, and accessibility without internet.
A petition urging Sony to greenlight Destiny 3 has garnered over 120,000 signatures, driven by fans' desire for new adventures and innovative gameplay. Despite the overwhelming support, industry insiders suggest Destiny 3 is unlikely to be produced due to high development costs and Bungie's current challenges. The petition's creator, Harley Casto, emphasizes the community's passion for the series' continuation.
ARC Raiders' May 5 update fixes key issues like unavoidable Tick attack deaths and introduces new cosmetics, but the community remains divided over weapon durability changes introduced in the previous Riven Tides update, prompting a petition for reversion. Embark Studios is exploring adjustments amid long-term support commitments.
