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Image: Universal Pictures/Everett Collection Walking out of the cinema after 2022’s Jurassic World: Dominion, I felt a level of disenchantment unparalleled by any other entry in the series. While it may not technically be the nadir of the franchise—that dubious distinction still belongs to the lackluster Jurassic Park III—Dominion utterly squandered its potential as the...

Hot Toys has officially announced a massive 48.5 cm Tony Tony Chopper collectible figure, inspired by the upcoming second season of the Netflix live-action series “One Piece,” with a release window set for late 2026 or early 2027. Anticipation is building for the March 10 premiere of *One Piece* Season 2. To celebrate the continued...

The launch of Resident Evil Requiem has triggered a massive sell-out of PS5 Pro consoles across major global markets. While Sony previously struggled to justify the premium hardware, they now have a compelling argument that is hard for gamers to ignore. The premiere of Resident Evil Requiem has sparked intense discussions regarding the performance gap...

The March roster for Xbox Game Pass is set to be unveiled today, and all signs point toward the arrival of Cyberpunk 2077. The hints provided have been anything but subtle. The Xbox Game Pass team has once again utilized Melissa McGamepass, a fictional character who famously “quietly” teased catalog additions several years ago. Recently,...

It remains to be seen how deeply Sony will be involved in the sequel to Stellar Blade, as South Korean developer Shift Up prepares to transition toward self-publishing its own titles. PlayStation was instrumental in the triumph of Stellar Blade, providing a level of marketing muscle typically reserved for first-party exclusives and serving as the...

Speculation is mounting that Microsoft may be poised to overhaul its “Day One” release model for Xbox Game Pass. Reports suggest the tech giant is considering the controversial move of excluding the Call of Duty series from its launch-day subscription lineup. While the day-one strategy initially boosted the service’s prestige, it has increasingly become a...

Polyphony Digital has significantly expanded its recruitment efforts for the next chapter of the Gran Turismo franchise. The studio currently lists 18 open positions, ranging from CG artists to QA testers, signaling that the project has transitioned from the conceptual phase into active production. Studio founder Kazunori Yamauchi issued a personal appeal to prospective candidates,...

Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts will soon be able to pre-order the “Eye of Terror – The Reign of Iron” book collection. This new release chronicles the Iron Warriors’ relentless siege of the surviving worlds within the Cadian Gate, introducing fresh detachments for various factions and a comprehensive new ruleset for the Apocalypse game format. Games Workshop...

Asha Sharma, who recently stepped into a pivotal leadership role at Microsoft Gaming, is wasting no time making her mark. According to reports from Windows Central, she has immediately initiated a restructuring of the marketing department—a move that suggests a significant strategic pivot for the tech giant. New job openings have surfaced for two critical...

Cosplayers Lada Lyumos and Anatoly Prel have masterfully embodied the Fire Keeper and the Ashen One from Dark Souls III, and a stunning new collection of photographs has arrived to showcase their transformation. Renowned photographer Kira Mitenkova returns to the kingdom of Lothric, capturing a series of evocative and atmospheric shots that are sure to...