"If someone struggles with a substance dependency, it's the decision-making process in their brain where they have difficulties stopping," co-author Dar Meshi of Michigan State University told Ars.

With things like Hades 2, Dungeon Meshi, Baldur’s Gate 3, I’m not alone, with millions of fans simply in it for the schmaltzy stuff. And if not just for that, it certainly doesn’t hurt.

Dungeon Meshi was one of the finest anime released in 2024, ending on many critics' lists as one of the best ones released in the year. It also received tremendous public acclaim. Dungeon Meshi ...