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The story of Detective Conan has spanned more than three decades, and the manga’s conclusion is now drafted on paper. Series creator Gosho Aoyama has drawn the “name”—the rough storyboard detailing page layouts, panels, and character dialogue—for the final chapter. The artist revealed the milestone during a Japanese television special. “The name for the final...
Following a series of strictly private playtests, Bulkhead is finally opening the gates to the public for its anticipated tactical shooter, Wardogs. With additional reveals scheduled for the upcoming FPS Games Show, this testing window serves as the premiere opportunity to experience the gameplay firsthand. Below, you will find the complete schedule of regional start...
A few weeks ago, members of our development crew embarked on an immersive scouting expedition across Iceland, seeking authentic reference material and inspiration for our upcoming DLC. Here is an inside look at their journey through the dramatic landscapes of the North. The scouting party included Map DLC Lead Ivo alongside map designers Ashley and...
A few weeks back, several members of our development team jetted off on an exploratory research expedition to Iceland. Their mission? To gather pristine reference materials for our highly anticipated upcoming DLC. Join us as we dive into their personal reflections and highlights from the journey! Heading up the expedition was map DLC lead Ivo,...
When Guerrilla Games initially unveiled Horizon Hunters Gathering earlier this year, the live-service spin-off was met with considerable skepticism. Although rooted in the rich lore established by Horizon Zero Dawn and Forbidden West, its radical departure in visual presentation and core gameplay mechanics puzzled long-time franchise devotees. Now, following underwhelming feedback from confidential playtests, PlayStation...
Shudder caters directly to diehard genre obsessives. While rival streaming platforms like Screambox target horror audiences, Shudder maintains a distinct personality. Its catalog leans heavily into cult films, strange international titles, microbudget indies, and ’70s giallo, occasionally balanced by classic entries and modern hits. The platform feels curated by someone working the late shift at...
Shawn Levy has shared new character and setting details for his upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter, which takes place five years after the conclusion of the Skywalker saga. Levy revealed that Ryan Gosling’s protagonist, Cade Oberon, comes from an underprivileged working-class background and relies entirely on himself to get by. According to the director, he...
The streaming platform Kinopoisk has officially announced the start of production for its new science fiction series, Through Hardships to the Stars. The project draws its inspiration from Kir Bulychev’s renowned novel, The Village. Set in the 23rd century, the story follows a desperate humanity coping with an overpopulated Earth. A research vessel, the Magellan,...
Every few years, someone claims that Star Trek has changed too much. When The Original Series defined the franchise, audiences initially pushed back against The Next Generation. Later, viewers criticized Deep Space Nine for its darker tone, claimed Enterprise strayed from the core formula, and argued Discovery differed too drastically. Today, Strange New Worlds earns...
Industry luminary Harvey Smith, celebrated for his storied tenure at Arkane Studios spanning from 2008 to 2024, has officially unveiled his latest venture: Black Pony Immersive. Joining Smith as co-founder and executive producer is long-standing collaborator Ben Horne, who spent over eight years working alongside him, most recently on Arkane Austin’s Redfall. The new enterprise...
