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One of the most interesting parts of any long-running newspaper comic is often its first few years. The first entries in any new comic strip are often significantly different from what they would later become, especially if they are given time to evolve. The jokes are rougher, different characters cycle in and out of the...
British actress Ella Purnell, known for her roles in Fallout and Sweetpea, has officially joined the cast of Scapegoat. This upcoming feature is helmed by Midsommar director Ari Aster and will be produced by A24. Purnell joins an already impressive ensemble that includes Scarlett Johansson, Jacob Elordi, and Jude Law. Additionally, Caleb Landry Jones (Three...
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance showcasing Captain Cecil Harvey from Final Fantasy IV in a new role. The new video highlights another Vision joining the game’s other heroes. Cecil refused to let orders override his conscience and went against the king, who demanded absolute obedience. Now, the hero can...
Each generation has a science fiction show that captures its imagination and leaves an impact even when it is off the air. Fans of Stargate SG-1 were probably devastated when the planned reboot skidded to a halt. Some people probably still binge-watch Fringe or Battlestar Galactica. Yet there is one sci-fi show that might have...
A heavily requested feature has finally arrived for Marvel’s Wolverine. The latest patch introduces a long-awaited option that allows players to disable directional navigation aids, such as scent trails, delivering a much less linear and more immersive gameplay experience. As a tightly focused action adventure, Insomniac Games’ latest title frequently relies on Logan’s heightened perception...
Switchboard serves as Polygon’s dedicated weekly briefing on all things Nintendo, delivered to inboxes every Thursday and published right here on the site each Saturday. You can sign up to receive it here. While I haven’t yet dived into Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave—given the sheer scale of the commitment required—I have thoroughly enjoyed living out...
Cosplayers Svizee and Accola have prepared a treat for fans of the Resident Evil universe and lovers of aristocratic attire by portraying Lady Dimitrescu from Resident Evil Village and Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requimab, wearing the Dimitrescu costume from the deluxe pack. The Resident Evil media franchise, which received a new film directed by...
Universal Pictures has officially become the first major studio of 2026 to surpass the $5 billion global box office milestone, according to industry reports. The studio generated $1.788 billion domestically in the U.S., complemented by an impressive $3.218 billion from international markets. This achievement marks the third time the company has crossed this financial threshold,...
Science fiction contains multitudes. A sci-fi book pushes the limits of speculative fiction, posing what if scenarios about science, technology, and the human condition. The setting can be grounded or dystopian, but the sense of wonder lies in exploring worlds that are different from our own. Everything from The War of the Worlds to Fahrenheit...
Ubisoft Milan wanted to create an unusual The Legend of Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf, but Nintendo rejected the project at the prototype stage. According to Insider Gaming, the idea emerged in 2023 following the release of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. Ubisoft Milan pitched a major project to Nintendo under the working title Goliath...
