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Image: Lucasfilm Mike Hill, the makeup and prosthetics artist who first collaborated with Guillermo del Toro on the 2017 production Crimson Peak and later on The Shape of Water, faced a distinct creative problem on del Toro’s new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel, Frankenstein. Rather than leaning on familiar horror tropes — the visible bolts,...
We’re delighted to reveal some big news: will cross an international border for the first time with a new expansion — British Columbia. Many of you guessed this from , and now we can confirm we’re bringing the wild beauty and distinctive character of western Canada into the game. This expansion invites you to drive...
How Mandy Moore Helped Taylor Swift Rework Her Stage Movement Taylor Swift performing at BC Place during The Eras Tour, December 6, 2024, Vancouver, Canada. Kevin Winter/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management In a recent profile published October 26, 2025 by The New York Times, choreographer Mandy Moore described how she helped Taylor Swift refine...
Новости Квентин Тарантино вернулся в актёрскую профессию Добавить в закладки Режиссёр Квентин Тарантино пополнил актёрский состав независимой драмы Only What We Carry, сообщает Deadline. Для автора «Криминального чтива» это самая крупная роль со времён «От заката до рассвета». В картине также сыграют Саймон Пегг, София Бутелла и Шарлотта Генсбур. Режиссёром выступил Джэми Адамс («Сама любовь»). Сюжет...
Roguelite sensibilities continue to reshape genres, and Ball x Pit is a striking example of that trend. Since launching on October 15, 2025, the fantasy brick‑breaker has sold roughly 400,000 copies across PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, not counting the forthcoming Switch 2 build. Developer posts on Ball x Pit’s official social...
Grimes Defends Selena Gomez, Condemns Viral Body-Shaming Updated: Oct. 25 — Commentary from Grimes on a viral post Grimes at the world premiere of Captain Marvel. Photo: ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images Grimes publicly defended Selena Gomez and took aim at the culture that amplifies cruel commentary about women’s appearances after a post on X...
Garrosh Hellscream from the MMORPG World of Warcraft — a layered and tragic antagonist — will be immortalized in an unofficial statue by HAOZI Studio in 2026. HAOZI Studio announced that preorders are now open for an unofficial Garrosh Hellscream statue inspired by World of Warcraft. In certain regions the standard edition is priced at...
Sometimes a job offer arrives at the most unexpected — and fortunate — moment. Recently Gearbox’s chief spoke with Shacknews. During the interview, Randy Pitchford recalled an occasion when Gabe Newell himself reached out to him. This took place after Randy left 3D Realms and joined Rebel Boat Rocker alongside former colleagues. The studio’s first...
Koei Tecmo Holdings has revised its financial outlook for the first half of fiscal 2025 (April–September). The company now expects profits to substantially exceed prior estimates: both operating and net income are forecast to be more than double earlier projections. The improvement reflects not only strong performance from the games division but also robust returns...
Sony is not pursuing Warner Bros. Discovery’s major franchises. The company has publicly indicated it does not plan to acquire the Batman, Mortal Kombat, or Harry Potter properties. Warner Bros. Discovery has put itself on the market and is evaluating “strategic options.” Initial offers have already been submitted. The studio’s portfolio includes Game of Thrones,...
