What’s up with moai in video games? You’re gonna find out as game developer and creator of moai.games joins as we chat about moai in Japanese games! We explore Japan’s fascination with these mysterious statues, why Konami loves them so much, and reveal our favorite moai! Plus I take a look at Koei’s ambitious strategy game Uncharted Waters: New Horizons before closing out with some Japan-focused Switch 2 news!

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0:00) - Intro

Feature

(0:54) - Moai in Japanese games w/ Matt Sephton

Games

(30:50) - Uncharted Waters: New Horizons

News

(36:45) - Mario Kart World Direct, Switch 2 preorders in Japan

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