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It has been nearly 12 years since Sega launched Alien: Isolation in October 2014. To coincide with yesterday’s 40th-anniversary celebrations for the Aliens franchise, developer Creative Assembly finally pulled back the curtain on the long-awaited sequel. Despite the original title receiving a polarized reception upon release, it has since ascended to cult-classic status, beloved by...
There are definitely suboptimal windows for launching a video game, but September 4, 2025, stands in a league of its own—the day Atari pushed Adventure of Samsara directly into the path of the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong. Surprisingly, rather than viewing the clash as a total loss, the publisher remains committed to a title...
The Unbelievable Gwenpool #1, written by Christopher Hastings, art by Gurihiru, colors by Tamra Bonvillain, letters by Clayton CowlesImage: Gurihiru/Marvel Comics 2016 was a whirlwind year, so it’s understandable if you’ve overlooked the debut of the original Gwenpool ongoing series. For the uninitiated, Gwenpool hails from Earth-TRN565—a temporary designation for a reality where, as an...
While journalist Jason Schreier commands immense respect from readers and peers for his investigative prowess, he remains a polarizing figure within the gaming industry. His reputation as a persistent insider who frequently uncovers sensitive information has made him a thorn in the side of major studios. A recent development involving a GTA 6 developer has...
Credit: Universal When director Justin Tipping’s supernatural thriller Him premiered on September 19 of last year, it redefined the concept of “bloody good entertainment.” Now, nearly a year post-release, the film is finding a second life, swiftly climbing the ranks of the Netflix Top 10. Produced by Jordan Peele, this 96-minute football-centric horror feature delivers...
Image: CloverWorks/Crunchyroll If you encounter My Dress-Up Darling only through viral clips or stray screenshots, you might mistake it for a high-octane “ecchi” series defined by suggestive fan service. While that assessment isn’t entirely inaccurate, it captures only a fraction of the show’s essence. Strip away the flirtatious exterior, and you uncover the series’ true...
David Lee Roth joins Teddy Swims for a surprise performance at Stagecoach 2025. Photo: Getty Images Stagecoach Festival took an electric turn Saturday night when rock icon David Lee Roth made a surprise appearance, joining soul-pop powerhouse Teddy Swims for a blistering rendition of the Van Halen classic, “Jump.” The collaboration served as a highlight...
Image: Illumination, Nintendo It has been nearly a month since The Super Mario Galaxy Movie premiered in theaters on April 1. If you have been patiently waiting for the Nintendo adaptation to hit streaming platforms, you will be pleased to know that your wait is almost over. Helmed by Teen Titans Go! directors Michael Jelenic...
Remembering Nedra Talley Ross: The Final Voice of The Ronettes Dies at 80 Nedra Talley of The Ronettes at the 22nd Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction, 2007. Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the iconic 1960s girl group The Ronettes, has passed away at the age of 80. A poignant...
Noah Kahan | Photography by Patrick McCormack The Great Divide, the latest studio effort from singer-songwriter Noah Kahan, has officially captured the top spot in this week’s fan-voted new music poll. Following a lively reader survey conducted this past Friday, music fans have overwhelmingly crowned the Vermont native’s newest record as their favorite release of...
