We here at RocketNews24 had a blast at last month’s E3 video game conference. Without a doubt, one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the whole conference was the Super Smash Bros. Wii U Invitational Tournament. Hundreds of fans showed up to cheer on the competitors in person, while thousands more tuned in to watch the live stream of the event via Twitch.
Our reporter recently caught up with Lilian Chen, aka Milktea, one of only 16 players from around the world who were specially invited to compete in the event. In addition to her history of playing competitive Smash, Milktea has remained an active part of the gaming community for the past eight years, most recently sharing her personal reflections as a female gamer in a series of online posts.
Join us as we take a deeper look at the world of gaming from a female perspective, including some of Milktea’s thoughts on the issue and the ongoing work of another advocate, the creative team of She Got Game.
Nintendo releases Metroid-shaped ice cube/cooking tray and Samus arm cannon pillow【Pics】
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Major Japanese noodle chain is closing on Christmas Eve so workers can spend time with families
Popular Japanese ramen restaurant Ichiran’s lucky bags are great value for money
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Foreign driver’s license conversion test passes plummet from over 90% to 33% in Japan
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Neo Shinjuku Atsushi: New cyberpunk restaurant bar serves post-apocalyptic food in Tokyo
Cup Noodle mystery meat instant rice returns to Japanese stores after a seven-year absence
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Yoshinoya adds first-ever chain-wide ramen with new beef and pork-broth noodle hot pot meals
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Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
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New fish discovered and named “Vanderhorstia supersaiyan” for obvious reasons
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Unique inclined elevator in Japan leads to a town that inspired Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away
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The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Make Your Own Yoshinoya Beef Bowl at Home, Even Better Than the Original 【Recipe】
Foreign driver’s license conversion test passes plummet from over 90% to 33% in Japan
A whole slew of Totoro Christmas cakes are on their way to make the season extra merry【Photos】
Neo Shinjuku Atsushi: New cyberpunk restaurant bar serves post-apocalyptic food in Tokyo
Cup Noodle mystery meat instant rice returns to Japanese stores after a seven-year absence
Beef bowl king Yoshinoya to start serving ramen this summer with new beefy mazesoba
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Colonel Sanders Cosplays as Goku! KFC Japan to Offer Dragon Ball Z Merchandise for a Limited Time
Tokyo travel hack: How to enjoy a free sightseeing boat tour around Tokyo Bay
Toilet rubber theft baffles, grosses out Japan
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Citizen to release beautiful, limited-edition watch with kimono-inspired night sakura design
Japan’s Shinkansen trains are getting a Super Mario makeover【Pics】