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Patch Notes is a weekly newsletter rounding up the best of Polygon, delivered every Friday and featured on our site each Sunday. You can subscribe here. It is doubtful that the architects of Square Enix’s marketing department initially intended for “HD-2D” to evolve into a full-fledged brand when they coined the term to describe the...

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attend the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles. (Credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Travis Kelce was spotted living his best life this past Friday (June 19), energizing a massive crowd of over 20,000 fans at Chris Lake’s sold-out performance at the Los Angeles State Historic Park. The event, co-produced by...

Parodying the iconic aesthetic of Grand Theft Auto cover art has become a cherished internet tradition, a trend only amplified by the recent official unveiling of the GTA 6 box art. Among the flurry of fan-led homages, one particular effort has captured significant attention—though for all the wrong reasons. Posted directly to the official White...

The Full Tracklist for Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ Has Finally Been Revealed Ariana Grande attends the Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on Jan. 4, 2026, in Santa Monica, Calif. (Credit: Monica Schipper/Getty Images) The anticipation is over: Ariana Grande has officially unveiled the complete tracklist for her upcoming album, Petal. Following a series of breadcrumbs...

While Cyberpunk 2077 currently enjoys a far more favorable reputation than it did during its disastrous 2020 debut, CD Projekt Red CEO Michał Nowakowski remains cautious, noting that the studio has yet to complete its “full redemption arc.” In a recent interview for Edge’s Knowledge newsletter (via GamesRadar), Nowakowski expressed hope that upcoming projects, such...

Nintendo possesses a vast, storied vault of intellectual property, and they frequently dip into it to delight their audience. Whenever a new console generation dawns, dedicated fans eagerly anticipate fresh installments of legendary franchises like The Legend of Zelda or Super Mario. While these perennial favorites are always welcome, the industry’s focus on established pillars...

Inside Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s Breathtaking Sicilian Wedding Dua Lipa and Callum Turner celebrating their union in Sicily. Photo: Gilbert Flores Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are inviting fans into the heart of their picturesque Mediterranean wedding. The pop icon recently unveiled a curated collection of photos from their second nuptial celebration held in...

Photo: Warner Bros. Pictures By 1996, Arnold Schwarzenegger had already solidified his status as the king of the blockbuster, having survived alien encounters, dismantled liquid-metal threats, and unraveled the mysteries of a simulated Martian existence. When director Chuck Russell took the reins for the thriller Eraser—arriving hot on the heels of the massive success of...

Forrest Frank onstage Photo courtesy of Shorefire Media “Who is ready to say, ‘Send me, Jesus?’” With this stirring call to action, contemporary Christian artist Forrest Frank ignited a massive, sold-out crowd at Nashville’s GEODIS Park this past Friday (June 19). Kicking off his highly anticipated The Jesus Generation Tour, Frank showcased his unique ability...

Image: 20th Century Fox/Disney When you reflect on the iconic geography of the 1990s supernatural powerhouse The X-Files, your thoughts likely drift toward the bureaucratic corridors of Washington, D.C., or perhaps the production hubs of Vancouver and Los Angeles. Even the arid expanses of Roswell and the fabled grounds of Area 51—the legendary pillars of...

Image: A-1 Pictures Many anime series lean heavily on exaggerated power fantasies to elevate their protagonists, but Solo Leveling elevates this concept into something truly singular. This trope is a staple in shonen and isekai narratives, yet it manifests in vastly different ways across the medium. For instance, One-Punch Man expertly blends biting satire with...

If you have been waiting for the perfect moment to experience EA Motive’s masterfully crafted remake of the iconic horror classic Dead Space, now is your chance: you can currently snag it for just $5.99 on Steam. Electronic Arts is currently running an expansive summer sale on the platform, featuring deep discounts across its entire...

We are thrilled to pull back the curtain on the creative minds behind the upcoming Soul of Anatolia map expansion for Euro Truck Simulator 2. This DLC invites players to traverse one of Türkiye’s most vibrant and multifaceted regions, showcasing a stunning tapestry of landscapes, historic urban centers, iconic landmarks, and picturesque routes. In this...

To successfully complete the “Temple of Zoom” daily challenge in Forza Horizon 6, you must pay a visit to the Temple of Nachi Falls. This objective is a highlight of the summer “Horizon Decades” series, which features a rotation of seven daily tasks. To satisfy the requirements, you need to snap a photo of any...

Claude Guillemot, a pivotal figure in the gaming industry and co-founder of the global publishing powerhouse Ubisoft, tragically passed away on June 19 following a plane crash. According to reports from French media outlet ICI, a twin-engine aircraft carrying two individuals went down during its landing approach at an airfield in La Baule, France. Both...

Image: Hulu/FX High-concept science fiction often trends toward sprawling, multi-season epics—think of the labyrinthine architecture of Westworld or the vast, political tapestry of The Expanse. While those shows reward long-term investment, sometimes you want a complete, self-contained narrative that you can devour over a single weekend. Shows like Station Eleven and Scavengers Reign excel at...