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Spy X Anya: Operation Memories review

An adorable game

Published

September 29, 2024

Leoren Violan

Spy X Anya: Operation Memories should have been an adorable game, developed by GrooveBox Japan and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment.

Aimed at the casual and loyal audiences of the Spy X Family series, the game seeks to immerse its players into the heartwarming experience of young Anya as she creates and captures memories with her new-found family and friends.

However, while the game does manage to blend light-hearted moments with slice-of-life elements, it unfortunately misses to deliver the excitement that has made the “Spy X Family” series so popular.

Spy X Photographer?

The gameplay in “Spy X Anya: Operation Memories” is straightforward and centers around photography. Players document Anya’s adventures for her diary, fulfilling her homework assignments.

As they explore Anya’s world, players must interact with other characters, building bonds that unlock exclusive scenes. These interactions are intended to deepen the player’s connection to the narrative and the characters.

However, the execution falls flat, as the conversations often feel shallow and repetitive, lacking the depth that fans have come to expect from the series.

Anya’s weekdays are spent at school, her nights at the Forger household, and her weekends are reserved for family outings. Great photos taken during these adventures are rewarded with Eurekas that players can use to either relive memories or play one of the many minigames available through Anya’s journal.

Players also earn Play Points (PPs). It is an in-game currency that can then be spent on various items, clothes, and accessories for the Forger family to wear on future outings. This system adds a layer of customization, allowing players to personalize their experience, though it doesn’t quite make up for the lackluster narrative.

Minigames

Ironically, the minigames in Spy X Anya: Operation Memories capture the appeal, quirkiness, and humor of the source material better than the main storyline.

These minigames offer a deeper, clearer look into the interpersonal relationships of each character with Anya, showcasing the charm that fans love about the series. Whether it’s a dodgeball match or a parody of a popular video game like Fruit Ninja, these activities bring the characters to life in a way that the main game struggles to achieve.

This contrast highlights a missed opportunity. The publishers could have emphasized these playful elements more throughout the entire game, potentially creating a more engaging and enjoyable experience.

Should you play Spy X Anya: Operation Memories?

Despite its shortcomings, Spy X Anya: Operation Memories remains an adorable game at its core. It had the potential to become a strong and delightful addition to the Spy X Family universe, offering fans a more intimate look into the world through Anya’s eyes.

The game does incorporate some of the series’ endearing elements, and it does try to give players an understanding of Anya’s perspective.

On the other hand, the minigames provide a glimpse of what could have been, but they are not enough to elevate the game to the level of its source material.

It ultimately falls short of delivering the fun and entertaining thrills that made Spy X Family so beloved by audiences worldwide.

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Sony Days 2026: Unmissable deals, exclusive roadshows, and experiences

Save, score exclusive gifts, and take part in the festivities

Published

May 26, 2026

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The Sony Days Mid-Year Promotion 2026 has finally arrived. From May 21 to June 30, customers can look forward to attractive deals, exclusive roadshows, and immersive hands-on experiences across Singapore.

Featured are various Sony offerings, from cutting-edge home entertainment systems to award-winning audio devices and digital imaging gear.

With the theme “Get Match Ready”, Sony has limited-time promotions and in-store perks throughout the mid-year campaign period.

Unlock incredible savings

First, here is a quick breakdown of compelling offers across several product categories:

BRAVIA TV

BRAVIA 7: from SG$ 3,249
BRAVIA 3: from SG$ 1,099
BRAVIA 8 II: from SG$ 3,599

BRAVIA Theatre

BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5: save SG$ 140
BRAVIA Theatre Quad + SA-SW5: 50% savings

Audio

Up to 37% off on selected 1000X series headphones
Up to SG$ 100 savings on Truly Wireless earbuds (from SG$ 59) and Wireless Speakers (from SG$ 129)

Digital Imaging

Up to SG$ 1,300 savings on select full-frame cameras, including A7C, A7 III, and A7R V
ZV-1 II: Save SG$ 210
GM Lens: Receive a complimentary premium gift set with purchase

Xperia

Receive free gifts such as WF-1000XM6 and free casing (early bird, in-store)

Reon

Up to SG$ 30 off on Reon Pocket Pro Plus, Reon Pocket 6
Special bundle price of SG$ 518 for both models

Sony Days Roadshow

Moreover, Sony’s latest innovations will be on display at interactive roadshows happening across key locations.

Enjoy exclusive on-site deals, free gifts (with selected purchase), instant rewards for new member sign-ups, and more.

Here’s the schedule:

Suntec City, Level 1 Atrium: May 25 to 31
Parkway Parade, Level 1: June 1 to 7
Westgate, Level 2: June 1 to 14
Wisma Atria, Level 1: June 15 to 28

Sony Store offers

Moreover, consumers can head over to Sony Stores for year-round premium services, including:

Personalised engraving
Sensor cleaning and firmware updates
Lens loan services
Headphones earpad replacement
1-to-1 product demonstrations
2-hour product loan services
Tax-free savings

Here’s where you can find them:

One Holland Village, 7 Holland Village Way, #02-38/39, Singapore 275748
Westgate, 3 Gateway Drive, #01-39 Westgate Singapore 608532
Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Road #03-01 and #03-01A Wisma Atria Singapore 238877
313 @ somerset, 313 Orchard Road #02-28 to 37 313@somerset Singapore 238895
Changi Airport, 65 Airport Boulevard Terminal 3 #02-62 Singapore 819663 Departure / Transit Lounge

Alternatively, customers can shop online conveniently through Sony Store Online for next-day delivery and additional online discounts using promo codes.

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Great Samsung Sale: Upgrade gaming with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, OLED TV, more

Upgrade the experience with these gaming-focused offerings

Published

May 26, 2026

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Samsung is inviting consumers to upgrade their gaming by taking advantage of The Great Samsung Sale.

The gaming-focused offer is available from June 1 to June 30, with deals on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Z Fold7, OLED TVs, and monitors.

For mobile gamers, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra promises lag and stutter-free gaming. It is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and a massive 24% uptick in GPU performance.

Visuals also look effortless with the flat 120Hz QHD+ AMOLED 2X display. Gaming sessions can also go the extra mile with the flagship phone’s 5,000mAh battery.

For extra screen real estate, there’s the Galaxy Z Fold7. Unfolded, it has an 8.0-inch main display, giving players a distinct spatial advantage.

Along with 16GB of RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, as well as Flex Mode Gaming, players can even split the interface and dedicate a half of the screen for gaming and another half for messaging apps. This is for coordination, minus the frame drops.

Meanwhile, for console gamers, the Nintendo Switch 2 casts effortlessly onto Samsung’s premium display lineup.

The Odyssey OLED G7 4K, for instance, brings brighter and more detailed visuals with 0.03 response time. The display can offer 4K at 165Hz, and full HD at 330Hz for responsive gameplay when visuals and timing matter.

On the other hand, the OLED S90H comes with Glare Free Real Black & Real Color technology. This allows for authentic contrast and accurate hues to make scenes more vivid and immersive.

With deep blacks, clean whites, and a full range of lively colors, players can experience crisp visuals at blazing-fast speeds. Motion Xcelerator 165Hz also provides an exceptionally smooth motion performance at 4K quality.

All aforementioned devices are part of The Great Samsung Sale, so don’t miss out on upgrading your gaming experience.

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Verizon is offering the new moto razr 2026 for US$ 0

No trade-in required

Published

May 24, 2026

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The new motorola razr 2026 and moto g 2026 smartphones have recently been launched, and Verizon is offering both models at US$ 0.

Yes, the latest devices from Motorola are virtually free when customers subscribe to a new line on myPlan. There is no trade-in required.

As part of the offer, Verizon is also throwing in a three-year price-lock guarantee on the base monthly rate of the chosen myPlan and myHome.

For reference, Verizon’s myPlan mobile service rates start at US$ 55 a month for one line and US$ 25 a month for four lines.

The myHome internet plan, meanwhile, starts at a standard rate of US$ 59.99. Customers have the option to bundle this with a Verizon mobile line for a discount.

Depending on which subscription tier customers avail of, they can enjoy unlimited talk and text, unlimited internet, international texting, and more inclusions.

motorola razr 2026

The new motorola razr 2026 is a clamshell-style foldable, priced at US$ 799. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7450X processor, and comes with up to 256GB of internal storage to complement 8GB of RAM.

Unfolded, it has a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution, and 3,000 nits peak brightness.

The external screen, meanwhile, is a 3.6-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate, 1700 nits of peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

At the back are two 50MP cameras while in front is an extra 32MP punch hole camera.

The handset comes with a 4,800mAh battery which supports 30W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.

Free FIFA World Cup tickets

The moto razr 2026 promotion coincides with Verizon’s “Get Verizon Close” campaign, where the service provider plans on dropping 2,500 free tickets across all 64 matches in every single United States host city on June 1.

The United States, of course, is one of three FIFA World Cup 2026 host countries.

A spot has been unveiled as well to promote the campaign, featuring football legend David Beckham.