In Japan, a 36-year-old Kyoto man has been arrested for allegedly modifying Pokémon Scarlet and Violet video game characters and selling the manipulated save data online. The individual, who worked as an interior decorator, reportedly engaged in this illegal activity as a means to make a living, stating 'I did it to earn a living.' Japanese authorities, employing a 'police cyber patrol', discovered the illicit activities and apprehended the man, who now faces up to five years in prison if convicted. The case highlights the ongoing issue of digital copyright infringement and the lengths to which individuals may go to profit from popular video game franchises.