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Amber Studio has released a major demo update for Mexican Ninja, a 2.5D roguelike beat ’em up set in Nuevo Tokyo. The game imagines a world where Mexican narcos and Japanese yakuza have merged into one corrupt ruling class known as the Narkuzas. The update focuses on combat feel. The panda boss fight has been...
Sabotage Studio has officially launched the definitive “Sunset Edition” for its acclaimed RPG, Sea of Stars. The announcement, revealed via a dedicated developer update video, serves as both a celebration of the game’s journey and a look ahead at the team’s future endeavors. The Sunset Edition introduces a polished animated intro cinematic, crafted to provide...
Get ready for another action-packed week of community-led excitement! We’ve curated an impressive lineup of events running through June 14. Take a look at the schedule below, follow the links to join the respective servers, and sign up for the sessions that catch your eye. Be sure to keep an eye out for fresh racing...
Max Arfsten arrives at John Wayne Airport for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, June 6, 2026, in Santa Ana, California. Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images As the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears, SiriusXM is amping up the excitement by giving football fans a unique glimpse into the pre-match soundtracks of their favorite stars. Beyond their standard live...
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation generated significant buzz at this year’s Summer Game Fest (SGF), but sharp-eared enthusiasts quickly spotted a notable shift in the cast: Tyler Hoechlin is no longer voicing the legendary antagonist, Sephiroth. Stepping into the role is Travis Willingham of Critical Role fame, who brings a markedly more resonant and profound vocal...
The Star Wars universe is expanding at a breakneck pace, with an abundance of stories currently unfolding across film, television, and literature. Recent cinematic outings like The Mandalorian and Grogu, which premiered on May 22, have set the stage for next year’s highly anticipated Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling. Meanwhile, on the small screen,...
The upcoming blockbuster Spider-Man: Brand New Day is officially set to run for 2 hours and 30 minutes, according to details published on the AMC Theatres website. This runtime establishes the film as the longest installment in the Spider-Man franchise to date, narrowly surpassing the previous record-holder, No Way Home, which clocked in at 2...
Talay Riley Metropolitan Police The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the tragic passing of Grammy-winning songwriter Talay Riley, who was killed in a stabbing incident in London. Known by his birth name, Mark Orabiyi, the 35-year-old musician was a celebrated talent with an extensive list of credits, having collaborated with global superstars including Britney Spears, Dua...
It has been exactly one year since Persona 4 Revival was first teased during an Xbox showcase, finally confirming the long-standing rumors surrounding the project. Following the fresh gameplay reveal and official release date announcement at this year’s Xbox Games Showcase, many questions regarding the scope and depth of this remake remain. Fortunately, Atlus has...
Polygon Summer Game Fest 2026 Live reveals, global trailer premieres, and upcoming projects from over 40 industry leaders and hardware innovators. Explore more→ The past week has been a whirlwind of high-profile gaming announcements. PlayStation’s State of Play was anchored by Marvel’s Wolverine and God of War: Laufey, Summer Game Fest delivered the long-awaited reveals...
