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The Concept of the Metaverse The term "metaverse," which first appeared in Neal Stephenson’s 1992 novel Snow Crash , refers to a "digital universe (Universe) that transcends reality (Meta)." It is a utopia where anyone can become a hero or a billionaire simply by wearing goggles. This science-fiction concept gained attention due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As non-face-to-face interactions became the norm, money poured into the metaverse worldwide. Microsoft acquired the game company Blizzard for 80 trillion Korean won, and Disney established a "metaverse business division," announcing plans to move its theme parks into the virtual realm. It seemed like the age of a "digital Columbus" had begun. The Metaverse Frenzy The metaverse craze was akin to a frenzy. Investments worth tens of trillions of won flowed in simply because companies claimed to be in the metaverse business, even without viable revenue models, and stock prices soared tens of time...

A Unique Achievement: T1 Faker Recognized for Reading and Leadership T1 Faker, whose real name is Lee Sang-hyeok, has been honored with the Shin-Gu Cultural Award titled ‘Reader&Leader’ Award by the Shin-Gu Library Foundation. This recognition highlights his dedication to reading and leadership, showcasing how his passion for books has influenced both his personal growth and professional success. The award was presented during the Shin-Gu Cultural Awards held on the 23rd, as reported by the Shin-Gu Library Foundation. In his acceptance speech, Faker shared insights into how reading played a pivotal role in his journey. He mentioned that one of the main reasons he started reading was to improve his gaming skills. According to him, reading books transformed his approach to games and life, allowing him to enjoy his career as a professional gamer more deeply. A Campaign for Young Readers Faker is also set to participate in a reading promotion campaign organized by the Game Cultur...

Expansion of Nintendo's Presence in Thailand Nintendo has made a significant move by announcing the addition of Thai subtitles to its popular game, Donkey Kong Bananza, for the Nintendo Switch 2. This update is set to be available for free to all existing owners of the game. Players will have the opportunity to experience this new feature firsthand at Nintendo's booth during the upcoming Gamescom Asia × Thailand Games Show in October. The event, which will take place from October 17 to 19, will allow visitors to try out the Thai-language version of Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2. This initiative marks an important step in Nintendo's efforts to strengthen its presence in the Thai market. The company recently revealed plans to expand its operations in the region by establishing a new local subsidiary. While the exact date for the subtitle update has not been officially announced, Nintendo has confirmed that the feature will be available for download without any additi...

A New Era for Chinese Gaming: CreateAI's Ambitious Wuxia RPG CreateAI, a company that has transitioned from an autonomous vehicle firm to a leading force in artificial intelligence and video gaming, is set to make waves in the global gaming industry. The company is currently developing a wuxia role-playing game (RPG) franchise based on the works of Louis Cha Leung-yung, also known as "Jin Yong." This project, titled Heroes of Jin Yong , aims to become one of the largest-scale triple-A open-world RPGs in the market. The project marks a significant shift for CreateAI, which was previously known as TuSimple. The company’s CEO, Lu Cheng, emphasized the scale and complexity of the endeavor during an interview at ChinaJoy 2025 in Shanghai. He described the development process as a "huge software engineering project," highlighting the challenges involved in maintaining high standards for both aesthetics and combat features while managing vast amounts of digital conte...