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Image: Del Rey Few figures in the Star Wars canon are as enigmatic as Grand Admiral Thrawn. Born Mitth’raw’nuruodo of the Chiss Ascendancy, this blue-skinned, red-eyed tactician stands apart from the typical Imperial despot. He is not a man driven by blind cruelty or rigid dogma, but by pure, calculated intellect. Rather than relying on...
It’s May the 4th, and like clockwork, I’ve spent my day browsing through discounts on Star Wars titles, searching for an experience that offers something new. Yet, I’ve found myself pondering a glaring omission in the franchise’s gaming library: the total absence of a true simulation game. Whether it’s a life sim, a resource management...
Following the initial announcement of the Tekken 8 Season 3 character lineup back in February—which confirmed the inclusion of Kunimitsu, Bob, and Roger Jr.—fans finally have their first look at gameplay for the returning kunoichi. Along with this thrilling showcase, developers have officially slated her arrival for early June. A staple of the franchise, Kunimitsu...
Sega and The Lego Group have joined forces to immortalize the iconic 16-bit Sega Genesis in brick form. This latest tribute to retro gaming history offers enthusiasts the choice to construct either the North American Genesis or the internationally recognized Mega Drive. Naturally, the set includes a clever, hidden nod to the franchise’s mascot, Sonic...
Lizzo is prepared to face the courtroom should it prove necessary. Amid the ongoing legal dispute with her former backup dancers—who filed a lawsuit in 2023 alleging a toxic work environment and sexual harassment, claims the singer vehemently denies—Lizzo spoke to Gayle King to explain her unwavering refusal to reach a settlement. During an appearance...
Pokémon trading card kiosks were originally pitched as a convenient alternative to big-box retail, promising to bypass the aggressive resellers who camp out overnight to snatch up inventory the second it hits shelves. Instead, these automated machines devolved into high-tension battlegrounds where collectors and scalpers clash over coveted Pikachu cards. Now, it appears The Pokémon...
The galaxy far, far away continues to expand, offering enthusiasts a wealth of fresh adventures. On the silver screen, The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives on May 22, while the Ryan Gosling-led Star Wars: Starfighter is slated for a theatrical release next May. Meanwhile, Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord recently concluded its inaugural season on...
Jelly Roll Shares Heartfelt Reaction After Daughter Bailee Ann Is Crowned Prom Queen Bailee Ann and Jelly Roll at the 2024 Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards in Santa Monica, Calif. Jelly Roll is radiating fatherly pride. The country music sensation couldn’t help but get emotional after accompanying his daughter, Bailee Ann, to her final high-school prom,...
The third installment of Dungeon Masters, the official Dungeons & Dragons actual play series, has arrived, and the show is rapidly cultivating a passionate following. While the landscape of actual play content is crowded—often dominated by long-running titans like Critical Role—Dungeon Masters is carving out a distinct identity. It manages to stand apart through a...
Image: Lucasfilm If the visceral, high-stakes conclusion of Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord’s first season left you stunned, rest assured, you are in good company. When we first met Darth Maul in episode 1, he arrived on the crime-ridden world of Janix with grand ambitions to forge a new criminal empire from the ground...
