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Avantris Entertainment is on a trajectory to shatter their own impressive crowdfunding benchmarks. In 2023, the actual-play powerhouse secured a staggering $4 million on Kickstarter for The Crooked Moon, their atmospheric folk-horror campaign setting. Their latest endeavor, Neon Odyssey, transforms the D&D 5e framework into a sprawling space opera trilogy, masterfully blending the adventurous spirit...
Microsoft is pulling the plug on its AI-powered “Gaming Copilot” for Xbox consoles, according to newly appointed CEO Asha Sharma. This pivot is part of a broader strategic overhaul at Xbox, as Sharma seeks to streamline operations by cutting features that no longer fit the company’s evolving vision. The announcement follows a significant day of...
The acclaimed Lovecraftian horror adventure The Shore: Enhanced Edition is now officially live and available for players on the PlayStation 5 console. Dragonis Games has fully rebuilt this terrifying experience from the ground up specifically for modern consoles. The game drops players into the desperate shoes of a father who finds himself stranded on a...
Dive into the treacherous and thrilling world of Prime Monster, a brand new political survival roguelike that asks a terrifying question about how far anyone is willing to go to maintain their grip on absolute power. Cavalier Game Studios, the brilliantly inventive independent developer based in Guildford known for The Sexy Brutale, has created a...
Tori Kelly at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles, March 17, 2025. Gilbert Flores/Billboard Tori Kelly’s musical prowess remains undeniable, and her devoted fanbase has plenty to look forward to as she prepares her next chapter. On Tuesday, May 5, the singer-songwriter announced her sixth studio effort, titled God Must Really Love Me....
Kacey Musgraves — Photo by Christopher Polk If you found yourself wishing that Kacey Musgraves’ latest album, Middle of Nowhere, offered just a little more listening time, you’re in luck. The singer-songwriter has unveiled a special treat for her dedicated fanbase. The country superstar, a recipient of eight Grammy Awards, launched her seventh studio effort,...
Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter attend the 2026 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 4, 2026. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images The 2026 Met Gala proved to be a profoundly touching experience for everyone involved, but for Tina Knowles, it was a particularly sentimental occasion. During an appearance on the Today show this...
A fresh “Choose Your Path” Timed Research has arrived in Pokémon Go, offering a perfect opportunity to earn extra rewards during those quieter weeks between major events. This questline lets you select one of three specialized paths, allowing you to tailor your bonuses to match your specific playstyle for the week. This research goes live...
Lucasfilm While I certainly appreciate Spaceballs as much as anyone, my personal go-to for Star Wars satire is a much deeper dive into pop culture history. The 1980s sparked a vibrant era of independent comics, rising up as a creative counterculture to the dominant DC and Marvel superhero model. These indie titles traversed every imaginable...
Ubisoft surprised fans on Tuesday by announcing that the next chapter in the Assassin’s Creed saga is taking an unexpected turn—moving from gaming consoles directly to the stage. Following the July launch of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, the franchise will debut Heredis, a unique theatrical production. Described by Ubisoft in an Instagram announcement as...
