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‘The Light Surrounds You Now’: Solange Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late ‘Bring It On’ Costar Hayden Panettiere
Hayden Panettiere and Solange Knowles share the screen in Bring It On: All or Nothing (2006). Universal / Courtesy Everett Collection The entertainment community continues to grieve the sudden and untimely passing of Hayden Panettiere at age 36, an unexpected loss that has prompted an outpouring of heartfelt remembrances from across the industry. Among those...
Interview: miwa and hololive’s Koganei Niko on Their Collaborative Single “Seien” and the Power of Fan Cheers
miwa and hololive’s Koganei Niko share insights on their musical collaboration. (Photo: Ayaka Horiuchi) On July 26, Koganei Niko—a virtual talent affiliated with hololive production—unveiled her highly anticipated debut original single, “Seien.” Penned and composed by acclaimed singer-songwriter miwa, the track offers an unvarnished glimpse into Niko’s hidden vulnerabilities and steadfast resolve, propelled forward by...
Fan Remake of Pokemon Emerald Released in Unreal Engine 5
An enthusiast has updated a classic gaming experience using modern technology. An early PC build of Gamma Emerald was recently released. The fan-made project serves as an unofficial remake of one of the Pokemon franchise’s classic entries. Built on a modern game engine, this new version of Pokemon Emerald retains the original plot, characters, and...
New Video Showcases Promising Elden Ring Gameplay on Switch 2
Following an extensive delay to address performance concerns, FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed open-world epic, Elden Ring, is finally slated to arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 later this month. Originally targeted for a 2025 launch, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition was granted extra development time by publisher Bandai Namco after preliminary demonstrations exhibited significant technical friction on...
Sally Face 2 Announced 10 Years Later to Continue the Original Story
Studio Portable Moose has officially announced Sally Face 2, revealing a debut trailer and opening the sequel’s Steam page as the original dark narrative adventure celebrates its anniversary this year. The project will launch in Early Access, with the developer planning an episodic rollout. The initial release will feature Episode 6, picking up the storyline...
Massive Fan Poll Reveals the Best and Worst Animal Crossing Villagers
In the Animal Crossing franchise, cultivating a thriving island or tranquil town has always revolved around the eclectic cast of animal neighbors who move in. With hundreds of potential residents across the series, whether a newcomer becomes an instant favorite or an unwelcome resident often comes down to pure chance. The perennial debate over which...
Forget the Canceled Remake: The Original Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Plays Better Than Ever
The landmark 2003 action-adventure title Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time has officially entered the GOG Preservation Program. Established in 2024, this initiative is dedicated to maintaining the accessibility, stability, and compatibility of vintage PC masterpieces on contemporary hardware. Rather than a simple digital re-release, the game has undergone substantial technical refinement to ensure...
Rockstar Veteran Explains Why GTA IV Dropped Full NPC Life Simulation
Rockstar Games producer Leslie Benzies initially wanted Grand Theft Auto IV to feature a full-scale daily life simulation for its non-playable characters, but technical hurdles and design doubts cut the feature short. Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij continues to reveal behind-the-scenes stories from the development of the Grand Theft Auto series. Recently, he...
Sebastian Stan Cast as Harvey Dent in The Batman Part 2
Sebastian Stan appears to have revealed his role in Matt Reeves’ upcoming film The Batman Part 2. Speaking to French publication Le Journal du Dimanche, Stan stated that he will portray Harvey Dent, the character better known as the villain Two-Face. The actor mentioned the casting while discussing Marvel’s secrecy around Avengers: Doomsday, in which...
Former PlayStation Head Doesn’t Understand Gamer Backlash Over Sony Dropping Discs
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida admitted he was unaware of reported plans by Sony to completely phase out physical game releases by 2028. He has shifted almost entirely to digital formats himself and does not consider the absence of discs a major issue for most players. In a new interview, Yoshida noted that he prefers...
Gamescom 2026 to Be the Largest in the Event’s History
Gamescom 2026 is on track to be the largest edition in the event’s history, with trade fair organizer Koelnmesse and the German Games Industry Association (game) confirming record exhibitor numbers, international presence, and indie participation ahead of the August 25 opening ceremony. This year’s show floor will host more than 1,600 exhibitors from 67 countries,...
Deus Ex and Epic Mickey Visionary Warren Spector Retires After Four Decades in Game Development
Warren Spector, a towering figure in interactive storytelling and the foundational architect of the immersive sim genre, has officially announced his retirement, bringing a storied 44-year career to a graceful conclusion. Renowned for championing emergent gameplay and player agency in masterpieces like Deus Ex, System Shock, and Thief, the veteran auteur is formally stepping away...
Alternate-Soviet shooter You Are Empty coming to Steam with improvements after 20 years
Publisher Strategy First is bringing back the classic shooter You Are Empty with an updated PC release titled You Are Empty: Absolute Edition. The updated release is adapted for modern systems and will be available on Steam and the ZOOM Platform. The game takes place in an alternate 1950s timeline: “Most of the city’s population...
Leaked ‘GTA 6’ Map Hints at the Massive Scale of Rockstar’s Next Game
Anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI has reached a fever pitch, with enthusiasts relentlessly analyzing every scrap of information to discern the true scale of Leonida. While dedicated community cartographers have spent months piecing together speculative layouts, a substantial new leak may have preemptively revealed the exact geographical boundaries of Rockstar Games’ reimagined Florida. The...
YEONJUN Headlines an Exclusive One-Night-Only Show at The Troubadour
On Wednesday, August 12, the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood became the stage for an electric, exclusive showcase as Billboard and HYBE hosted One Night Only with YEONJUN. Commemorating the global star’s bold solo trajectory following the release of his viral hit “Ice Cream,” the evening granted 500 lucky attendees an exceptionally intimate look at...
Studio Closes and Removes Tower Defense Roguelike From Steam One Month After Failed Release
Solo developer Frosty Wren Studios is shutting down and pulling its fantasy tower defense roguelike Defense of Kyrath from Steam following low player engagement. The one-person studio launched Defense of Kyrath on PC via Steam this past summer. The game challenges players to position various guardians across enchanted forests, peaceful meadows, and volcanic wastelands. These...
‘The Light Surrounds You Now’: Solange Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late ‘Bring It On’ Costar Hayden Panettiere
Hayden Panettiere and Solange Knowles share the screen in Bring It On: All or Nothing (2006). Universal / Courtesy Everett Collection The entertainment community continues to grieve the sudden and untimely passing of Hayden Panettiere at age 36, an unexpected loss that has prompted an outpouring of heartfelt remembrances from across the industry. Among those...
Interview: miwa and hololive’s Koganei Niko on Their Collaborative Single “Seien” and the Power of Fan Cheers
miwa and hololive’s Koganei Niko share insights on their musical collaboration. (Photo: Ayaka Horiuchi) On July 26, Koganei Niko—a virtual talent affiliated with hololive production—unveiled her highly anticipated debut original single, “Seien.” Penned and composed by acclaimed singer-songwriter miwa, the track offers an unvarnished glimpse into Niko’s hidden vulnerabilities and steadfast resolve, propelled forward by...
Fan Remake of Pokemon Emerald Released in Unreal Engine 5
An enthusiast has updated a classic gaming experience using modern technology. An early PC build of Gamma Emerald was recently released. The fan-made project serves as an unofficial remake of one of the Pokemon franchise’s classic entries. Built on a modern game engine, this new version of Pokemon Emerald retains the original plot, characters, and...
New Video Showcases Promising Elden Ring Gameplay on Switch 2
Following an extensive delay to address performance concerns, FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed open-world epic, Elden Ring, is finally slated to arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 later this month. Originally targeted for a 2025 launch, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition was granted extra development time by publisher Bandai Namco after preliminary demonstrations exhibited significant technical friction on...
Sally Face 2 Announced 10 Years Later to Continue the Original Story
Studio Portable Moose has officially announced Sally Face 2, revealing a debut trailer and opening the sequel’s Steam page as the original dark narrative adventure celebrates its anniversary this year. The project will launch in Early Access, with the developer planning an episodic rollout. The initial release will feature Episode 6, picking up the storyline...
Massive Fan Poll Reveals the Best and Worst Animal Crossing Villagers
In the Animal Crossing franchise, cultivating a thriving island or tranquil town has always revolved around the eclectic cast of animal neighbors who move in. With hundreds of potential residents across the series, whether a newcomer becomes an instant favorite or an unwelcome resident often comes down to pure chance. The perennial debate over which...
Forget the Canceled Remake: The Original Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Plays Better Than Ever
The landmark 2003 action-adventure title Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time has officially entered the GOG Preservation Program. Established in 2024, this initiative is dedicated to maintaining the accessibility, stability, and compatibility of vintage PC masterpieces on contemporary hardware. Rather than a simple digital re-release, the game has undergone substantial technical refinement to ensure...
Rockstar Veteran Explains Why GTA IV Dropped Full NPC Life Simulation
Rockstar Games producer Leslie Benzies initially wanted Grand Theft Auto IV to feature a full-scale daily life simulation for its non-playable characters, but technical hurdles and design doubts cut the feature short. Former Rockstar North technical director Obbe Vermeij continues to reveal behind-the-scenes stories from the development of the Grand Theft Auto series. Recently, he...
Sebastian Stan Cast as Harvey Dent in The Batman Part 2
Sebastian Stan appears to have revealed his role in Matt Reeves’ upcoming film The Batman Part 2. Speaking to French publication Le Journal du Dimanche, Stan stated that he will portray Harvey Dent, the character better known as the villain Two-Face. The actor mentioned the casting while discussing Marvel’s secrecy around Avengers: Doomsday, in which...