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It is rare for a video game to hold my attention long after the credits roll, but Splatoon Raiders is a remarkable exception. Nintendo’s fresh take on the looter-shooter genre completely captivated me from the start, and I am still hooked. I have poured well over 30 hours into refining my loadouts and pushing my...

There are countless reasons to anticipate Chinese animation powerhouse Flint Sugar’s upcoming donghua False Memory, slated for a complimentary YouTube release next month. Between its stellar creative pedigree—helmed by Shuyu Li and Wenyu Liu, the visionary forces steering China’s indie 2D animation renaissance and co-founders of Flint Sugar—and the promise of an introspective coming-of-age narrative...

Patch Notes is a weekly newsletter bringing you the best of Polygon, sent on Fridays and published on the site on Sundays. You can subscribe here. My introduction to Halo: Combat Evolved happened at a wealthier acquaintance’s house, complete with a massive widescreen television—a true luxury back in 2001—and an immersive surround-sound setup. The atmosphere...

Apple TV+ has officially announced the release window for the fourth season of its hit sci-fi series, Silo. This climactic final chapter of the post-apocalyptic saga is slated to premiere in the summer of 2027. This upcoming season will conclude the adaptation of Hugh Howey’s acclaimed book trilogy, finally resolving the mysteries surrounding the inhabitants...

During a panel appearance at San Diego Comic-Con, filmmaker Jonathan Goldstein provided a sobering update regarding the prospects of a sequel to 2023’s critically acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Although a completed screenplay is already waiting in the wings, the creative team remains uncertain whether the fantasy adventure will ever return to the...

At Comic-Con 2026, Marvel unveiled fresh details regarding the third season of the acclaimed animated series “X-Men ’97.” The creative team confirmed that several legendary antagonists from the mutants’ storied history are set to make a dramatic comeback. The upcoming episodes will feature the return of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants—a notorious squad of adversaries...

Marvel Studios has officially confirmed that Ryan Gosling will join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Johnny Blaze, the iconic Ghost Rider. The announcement was made during the studio’s showcase at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The film will be helmed by director Shawn Levy, who previously collaborated with Gosling on Star Wars: Starfighter. During the presentation,...

Marvel Studios has officially confirmed that Black Panther 3 is in development. The announcement was made during the studio’s panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, where it was also revealed that Ryan Coogler will return to the director’s chair. This upcoming installment will continue the saga of Wakanda following the events of the previous two...

Ryan Gosling has finally secured his dream role. During a blockbuster presentation on Saturday at San Diego Comic-Con, Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige officially announced that the supernatural fan-favorite Ghost Rider is blazing a trail into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portrayed by none other than Ryan Gosling (Blade Runner 2049, Project Hail Mary). Gosling’s aspirations...

Jack Antonoff and Hayley Williams grace the stage during the Ally Coalition’s 11th Annual Talent Show hosted at the NYU Skirball Center on December 15, 2025, in New York City. Valerie Terranova/Getty Images Friday (July 24) at the 2026 Newport Folk Festival brought an unforgettable collaborative experience, as Paramore powerhouse Hayley Williams welcomed an impressive...

Yesterday’s unexpected PlayStation Network outage has reignited intense debates, particularly in the wake of Sony’s controversial shift toward an all-digital ecosystem. The recent disruption revealed a glaring vulnerability: stranded gamers found themselves unable to download new purchases or even launch certain single-player campaigns due to the mandatory server authentication. Earlier this month, the sudden surge...

Katy Perry performing at the iHeartRadio Z100 Jingle Ball 2024 at Madison Square Garden on December 13, 2024, in New York City. Kristina Bumphrey/Billboard Trending on Billboard Katy Perry is speaking out forcefully after the White House incorporated her smash hit “Firework” into promotional material without her authorization. The 41-year-old pop icon took to social...

Experience the legendary strategy franchise at an incredible value, as Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is currently available at a 25% discount. As the official prequel, this highly anticipated installment returns to the roots of the critically acclaimed, genre-defining turn-based strategy series. Muster formidable armies, master devastating arcane spells, and crush your adversaries...

During MagicCon: Amsterdam 2026, Wizards of the Coast officially revealed the exciting roadmap for its 2027 Magic: The Gathering expansions. The upcoming lineup features a nostalgic homecoming to Kamigawa, an exploration of a hidden piece of the game’s original realm, and an entirely submerged oceanic environment. Although players still have three notable releases to look...