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While March has delivered a stacked lineup of new releases—including Pokémon Pokopia, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon—none of these heavy hitters have made their way to Xbox Game Pass just yet. Even the critically acclaimed Resident Evil Requiem, which is already generating significant Game of the Year buzz, remains outside the subscription library for...
SZA attends the Variety Hitmakers event, presented by Sony Audio, in Los Angeles. Christopher Polk/Variety When SZA released her blockbuster album SOS in late 2022, even she was startled by its meteoric rise. The R&B powerhouse recently revealed that her own management team had initially cautioned her to lower her expectations regarding the Billboard 200,...
The anticipation surrounding Valve’s next-generation hardware—encompassing the Steam Machine, the Steam Frame VR headset, and a refreshed Steam Controller—has been met with fresh uncertainty. Despite initial projections for an “early 2026” debut, Valve’s recent comprehensive year-in-review post indicates that the wait may be significantly longer than fans had hoped. Addressing the status of the three...
To enhance your abilities in Pokémon Pokopia—such as expanding your Water Gun’s range or shattering tougher obstacles with Rock Smash—mastering the culinary arts is essential. Different recipes improve specific skills, so keeping a diverse menu on hand ensures you are always prepared for whatever challenge arises. Every recipe requires a core ingredient, while additional components...
Since the initial conversations regarding mandatory age verification for gamers in the UK, it was widely expected that similar policies would eventually cross borders. That transition has now reached Australian shores: starting Monday, March 9, residents must authenticate their age to access GTA Online and Red Dead Online, with the highly anticipated GTA 6 multiplayer...
Happy Friday, everyone! While I’ve been busy navigating a wave of LinkedIn notifications congratulating me on my “one-year anniversary” at the publication—a bit of a technicality considering I’ve been part of the team since 2011—I’ve managed to curate our latest roundup of weekend gaming essentials. It has officially been twelve months since our grand relaunch,...
Harry Styles takes the stage at Co-op Live during The BRIT Awards 2026. (Photo: Zak Hussein) Harry Styles Marks a Bold Return with Fourth Studio Album Grammy-winning visionary Harry Styles commands the spotlight this New Music Friday with the arrival of his fourth studio LP, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. Representing his first full-length...
The wait is finally over: Harry Styles has officially ushered in a new era with his fourth studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. This 11-track odyssey marks a sonic evolution for the global icon, as he trades the domestic warmth of Harry’s House for a pulsating foray into electronic dance music. While the...
AI | Photo by Maho Kourogi As 2026 unfolds, the renowned singer-songwriter AI is charting a bold new path. Following a monumental 25th-anniversary celebration—highlighted by a sprawling national tour and a comprehensive “best-of” collection—she enters her 26th year with a renewed sense of purpose. Her latest endeavor, “Lucky I Love You,” serves as the official...
For the suburban warrior who finds the standard twenty-four-hour cycle insufficient for berating managers and leapfrogging queues, a digital outlet has finally arrived. Karen is a satirical third-person “rage simulator” from indie developer Sauce Studios that invites players to wreak havoc upon a high-end shopping district. Your objective is to instigate maximum social friction, whether...
