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The team behind the Ghost in the Shell anime franchise has released a dedicated music video for the new track “po-ai feat. Mirai Moriyama,” ahead of the official soundtrack launch on September 9. Series director Moko-chan directed the video. Project music supervisor Taisei Iwasaki wrote the lyrics, composed the music, and handled the arrangement. Japanese...

Back to the Zone — Update 2.0 marks the most comprehensive transformation of the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone’s visual fidelity, environmental atmosphere, and underlying simulation since release. Beyond an extensive migration to a modernized engine architecture, this milestone update delivers long-requested community features, deep mechanical refinements, and more than 500 targeted stability and gameplay fixes. ☢️...

The resolve to endure is forged only after confronting the true cost of hope. The inaugural major expansion, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope, has officially arrived. Debuting in tandem with the complimentary Update 2.0, “Back to the Zone,” this release delivers a monumental transformation—reimagining the environmental fidelity, atmospheric depth, and dynamic ecosystem of the Zone...

Not every Star Trek classic earned instant acclaim. Some episodes faced criticism for overreaching, sounding preachy, or leaning into strange concepts, while others posed questions audiences were not yet prepared to consider. Decades later, many of those stories stand out for their foresight and sharp execution. Here are five Star Trek: The Original Series episodes...

Join Us Live This Thursday: Fanfest Highlights, Community Showcases & Gameplay We are stepping back in front of the lens this Thursday! Tune in as we delve into the latest buzz surrounding Fanfest, celebrate remarkable artwork and projects from our community, and push forward with our ongoing playthrough. Grab a seat and hang out with...

Joey Drew Studios has re-released Bendy’s Nightmare Run, bringing the mobile spin-off of Bendy and the Ink Machine back to iOS and Android as a free download. The runner tasks players with fleeing from cartoon monsters, dodging hazards, and fighting back against pursuing bosses using items picked up throughout the stages. Four episodes are available...

Welcome Back, Stalkers. Cost of Hope represents our inaugural major expansion for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. In many respects, releasing this chapter feels akin to embracing a new member of our creative family. It is forged from the very same DNA and reverence for the Zone, delivering an immersive narrative that confidently stands on its own foundation....

Sony has unveiled a collection of new images from the upcoming Resident Evil film, the latest cinematic take on the iconic video game series helmed by Barbarian director Zach Cregger. These latest stills provide a glimpse at the film’s characters and atmospheric settings, though the plot remains shrouded in mystery. Rather than offering a direct...

Between 1980 and 1995, cartoonist Gary Larson wrote and illustrated The Far Side. Published as a single-panel comic strip, it relied on surreal, non-sequitur humor aimed primarily at adults. Unlike traditional newspaper strips such as Peanuts or Garfield, Larson avoided recurring characters, introducing a fresh set of figures and scenarios in almost every installment. Larson...

Game Science has released a 15-minute gameplay showcase for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, introducing a new protagonist, combat encounters, and story details ahead of a planned 2028 launch. The studio surprised fans by giving the follow-up to its 2024 hit a full gameplay reveal. The footage highlights the new main character, real-time battles, and a...

VIZ Media will outline the future of the Naruto franchise during a dedicated panel titled “Naruto: What’s Next?” scheduled for October 10 at New York Comic Con 2026. An official countdown is currently live on the event website, where organizers plan to unveil a development roadmap and announce upcoming franchise projects. Image source: Masashi Kishimoto,...

Filming has officially begun in St. Petersburg for “Botkin,” an adventurous medical drama that masterfully blends historical fiction, speculative fantasy, and procedural elements. The series, commissioned by the Kion streaming platform, features Yevgeny Stychkin and Denis Vlasenko in the lead roles. The narrative follows Vanya, a contemporary medical student who is inexplicably transported back to...

A strong mutual trust formed between Ryan Gosling and director Shawn Levy during their collaboration on an upcoming Star Wars project, paving the way for their next joint venture. In an interview with People, Levy explained how he and Gosling decided to take on a new Ghost Rider film. After wrapping production on Star Wars:...

Greetings, Retailers! We are excited to roll out Update 1.6.0, delivering a comprehensive user interface overhaul, indispensable quality-of-life enhancements, and a host of community-requested bug fixes. Our team remains dedicated to reviewing your feedback and continuously refining your gameplay experience. Major Features & Additions Enhanced UI Readability Mode To improve visual clarity across different setups—particularly...

Hayden Panettiere, the actress acclaimed for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” passed away on August 16 at the age of 36. To date, medical examiners and law enforcement have yet to determine the definitive cause of her sudden death. The actress was discovered unresponsive at her residence in Greenville, South Carolina, where paramedics pronounced...

In March 2023, the Naruto franchise announced a special anime project to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The plan featured four newly animated episodes produced with modern animation standards. Studio Pierrot also released a 10-minute trailer revisiting iconic scenes with updated visuals, giving audiences a look at the upgraded animation style. The four episodes were originally...