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Dustin and Steve’s iconic dynamic makes a triumphant return.Netflix The second season of Stranger Things gifted fans with one of television’s most unlikely and heartwarming pairings: the budding mentorship between the quirky, science-obsessed Dustin Henderson (Gaten Matarazzo) and the formerly aloof “king” of Hawkins, Steve Harrington (Joe Keery). While this relationship became a staple of...

Image: A24 “This is not a ghost story,” a title card insists during the trailer for David Lowery’s surreal new feature, Mother Mary. It is a compelling hook, though perhaps a disingenuous one given the filmmaker’s resume—most notably his meditative exploration of mortality, A Ghost Story. While skeptical audiences might dismiss the disclaimer as clever...

Jay Klaitz, best known for his iconic portrayal of Lester Crest in GTA 5 and GTA Online, remains a relatively elusive figure within the gaming community. He rarely makes appearances at conventions or fan events, and interviews with the actor are few and far between. Recently, however, Klaitz sat down for a candid discussion, offering...

Megan Thee Stallion during her Broadway debut at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, March 2026. Megan Thee Stallion was visibly moved during a performance of Moulin Rouge! The Musical this past Saturday, appearing overwhelmed with emotion just hours after confirming her separation from NBA star Klay Thompson. Captured in fan footage from the April 25 matinee...

A decade has passed, yet the ember of Dark Souls 3 continues to glow with surprising intensity. While Elden Ring has undoubtedly commanded the spotlight as FromSoftware’s magnum opus, and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice carved out its own distinct identity, the third installment of the Souls trilogy retains a ghostly, lingering gravity. It remains a...

Image: 20th Century Fox When Assistant Director Walter Skinner, portrayed with rigid intensity by Mitch Pileggi, first appeared at the close of The X-Files season 1, he was hardly a fan favorite. While Mulder had successfully brought Scully into his orbit, the wider FBI viewed the X-Files division as a professional graveyard, and Mulder himself...

The engines are revving, and we are thrilled to pull back the curtain on a second gameplay showcase for our upcoming Illinois DLC for American Truck Simulator. Are you prepared to get behind the wheel? For this excursion, we’ve secured a contract that navigates the vibrant, high-energy streets of Chicago. Our route commences at a...

While devotees of the hit series Hazbin Hotel are still buzzing with anticipation for the third season, news has surfaced that the curtains will eventually close on the show. Fortunately, fans can rest easy knowing there is plenty of content left to enjoy, as the studio has officially confirmed that the series will run through...

Patch Notes is our weekly newsletter where we curate the best of Polygon, delivered to your inbox every Friday and featured on our site each Sunday. Subscribe here. Asha Sharma is orchestrating a total reset. As the newly appointed CEO of Microsoft’s gaming division, she has signaled a clean break from the previous administration, making...

Image: DC Studios Production for Superman: Man of Tomorrow is officially underway. On April 20, director James Gunn offered a cryptic teaser: a photo featuring a stark red-and-black chessboard positioned beside Lex Luthor’s Van Kull Department of Corrections identification. Notably, the crest displayed at the top of the frame bears a visual resemblance to the...

BTS Makes a Triumphant Return to American Stages BTS has officially touched down on U.S. soil, marking a highly anticipated return to the American concert circuit. On Saturday, April 25, the global superstars—RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook—electrified a sold-out crowd of 60,000 at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium. While this show serves...

Festival attendees navigate the grounds during the 2025 Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California. Getty Images for Stagecoach The Stagecoach Festival faced a temporary setback on Saturday evening as intense winds compelled organizers to pause live sets and clear the event site for safety reasons. Emergency alerts pulsed across the venue’s digital displays, urging attendees to...

Cyndi Lauper takes the stage at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, on April 24, 2026. Denise Truscello/Getty Images for Live Nation Las Vegas Cyndi Lauper has officially arrived at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for a highly anticipated five-night residency, and she has made it clear that she intends to run the show...

Nathan Morris, Wanyá Morris, and Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men join Cody Johnson on the T-Mobile Mane Stage at the 2026 Stagecoach Festival. Cody Johnson infused his Stagecoach headlining set with a touch of soulful nostalgia this year. During his Friday night performance (April 24), the 38-year-old country powerhouse surprised the Indio, California, audience...

Ella Langley joined by Theo Von on the T-Mobile Mane Stage during the 2026 Stagecoach Festival. John Shearer/Getty Images for Stagecoach Ella Langley delivered a memorable surprise for her inaugural Stagecoach performance. While many in the crowd might have anticipated a guest appearance by Morgan Wallen, the 26-year-old country standout opted for an unexpected turn,...