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Graphic: Polygon While summer reading lists are traditionally dominated by breezy beach reads or high-octane thrillers, the landscape of science fiction and fantasy for 2026 is charting a much bolder course. This season’s most anticipated titles are defined by genre-bending narratives, profound philosophical depth, and a recurring streak of sardonic, dark humor. Whether you prefer...

Image: Paramount/Everett Collection It feels surreal to look back now, especially given the carefully curated persona Tom Cruise has projected for the last two decades, but the evidence remains: he spent much of his early career perfecting the art of playing the arrogant jerk. He didn’t play losers or anti-heroes in the traditional sense; rather,...

Image: Science Saru On Saturday, May 23, the 10th annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards took place in Tokyo, spotlighting the very best in Japanese animation as chosen by fans worldwide. This milestone anniversary underscored a monumental year for the industry, with standout hits like Dan Da Dan and The Apothecary Diaries dominating the conversation. Notably, Dan...

White Wolf is developing a fresh Vampire: The Masquerade tabletop RPG, and in a bold move, they have pledged to prioritize human-crafted artistry over the current trend of AI-generated imagery. During the “Darkness Emergent 2026” panel on May 22, creative director Jess Lanzillo confirmed that a new project set in the World of Darkness is...

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION: Reflecting on Three Decades and the Craft Behind ‘Fujieda EP’ ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Photo: Yoshihiro Mori Japanese rock icons ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION have kept their momentum soaring, releasing the Fujieda EP and the powerful single “Skins” in quick succession. The four-track EP, captured within the historic walls of MUSIC inn Fujieda—a 130-year-old...

A fresh update for Team Fortress 2 has been deployed. Restart your game to automatically download and apply these improvements. Key highlights include: Resolved a KeyValues-related crash. Fixed an issue where Mk.II Botkiller eyes failed to glow in dark environments (courtesy of Whurrhurr). Corrected a bug where Halloween spell attribute text appeared grayed out during...

Officers, it is a pleasure to reconnect with you. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind for the team at VOID Interactive, highlighted by our recent trip to Las Vegas for the LVL UP EXPO. In this community update, we’ll take a look behind the scenes at our time in Vegas. We’ll also be...

May has proven to be a powerhouse month for gaming, and the latest additions to the Xbox Game Pass library certainly maintain that momentum. While Mixtape has captured the hearts of nostalgic millennials everywhere, Forza Horizon 6 is already shaping up to be a definitive contender for game of the year. With the Memorial Day...

The weekend is finally here, and for many of you, that means a well-deserved three-day break. Leading the charge for your gaming schedule is the fantastic Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. If you’re in the mood for something else, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers delightful fun, and Bubsy 4D has also made...

It is no secret that gaming hardware has become increasingly expensive. Unlike previous console generations, the ninth cycle has seen prices climb over time rather than dip. Sony’s PlayStation 5 has undergone two separate price increases since its debut—first in August 2025 and again this past April. Consequently, the PS5 Digital Edition has jumped from...

Game.Press has highlighted a new group of games available for press review, led by Starforged Legacy from Second Shift Games and Beat the Champions from Purple Play. Starforged Legacy is a bullet-hell roguelike set in space. Players build one of six starships into a fleet-leveling warship by combining 12 core weapons with more than 100...

ENDIX has opened on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The free digital expo runs on May 23-24, 2026 and lets players enter the event as a downloadable PC experience. The expo floor is built around playable booths, demos, trailers, panels and giveaways. Visitors can move between stands, speak with developers through built-in voice chat...

The highly anticipated action RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, a collaboration between Square Enix and Team Asano, arrives in just a few weeks. After spending time with a one-hour demo, this title has quickly ascended to the top of our summer “must-play” list, thanks to its seamless fusion of classic exploration reminiscent...

Olivia Rodrigo attends the premiere of “The Cure” music video at The Metrograph, New York City, May 21, 2026. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Olivia Rodrigo With Olivia Rodrigo unveiling “The Cure,” this New Music Friday promises a much-needed escape for fans everywhere. The three-time Grammy winner headlines this week’s release cycle with “The Cure,” the...

It is easy to feel overlooked when the gaming world seems entirely consumed by the looming shadow of Grand Theft Auto 6. However, during a recent earnings report, Take-Two Interactive took a moment to spotlight the enduring brilliance of another titan in its library: Red Dead Redemption 2. “Rockstar Games’ Red Dead Redemption 2 reached...

In Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, collecting the red brick during the “Red Hood Gang” mission unlocks the “Toxic Waste” modifier. Once active, this perk gives your character’s attire a distinct yellowish hue accented with green highlights. While these collectibles are usually easy to spot, this specific one can be surprisingly elusive if...