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Demi Lovato Surprises Fans With Joe Jonas ‘Camp Rock’ Duet at Tour Opener: ‘Did You Miss Us?’
Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato perform during the Jonas Brothers’ JONAS20 tour at MetLife Stadium. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation After Demi Lovato made a surprise appearance at a recent Jonas Brothers concert for a nostalgic Camp Rock duet, Joe Jonas returned the favor this Monday (April 13) by joining his former co-star on...
Battlefield 6 Season 2: Hunter/Prey
The conflict intensifies as NATO launches a desperate bid to reclaim its vital satellite defense network from Pax Armata, shifting the theater of war into the treacherous alpine wilderness. Secure your Battle Pass Bonus Path to acquire specialized gear designed for survival in these brutal conditions, and engage in high-stakes warfare across the Contaminated and...
Subnautica 2 Future Uncertain as Dispute Between Krafton and Unknown Worlds Escalates
While the highly anticipated survival sequel Subnautica 2 is still scheduled for a Steam Early Access launch this May, the intense corporate power struggle between developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment and their parent company, Krafton, continues to escalate behind the scenes. As of April 7, Krafton has been scrubbed from the Subnautica 2 Steam page as...
The Greatest Quotes in Gaming History
This week, Polygon unveiled our definitive ranking of the 100 most iconic quotes in video game history. From snappy one-liners and visceral combat dialogue to profound, narrative-defining monologues, we’ve covered the entire spectrum. This extensive feature serves as the centerpiece of a special week-long editorial series dedicated to exploring the art of game writing. Over...
HOI4 – Open Beta Update II
Generals, Open Beta Announcement Open Beta Update I Please share your feedback regarding this beta build in this dedicated thread. If you encounter bugs, kindly post them in the bug report forum. You are welcome to start a new thread if needed, just ensure you include “[Open Beta]” in the title for clarity. I’m Zwirbaum,...
Studio Gold Update: April 2026
Greetings, Commanders, Following the recent launch of our Warships of the Pacific cosmetic pack and the subsequent pair of hotfixes, I wanted to provide a quick update regarding our current studio progress. Please note that developer interactions may be slightly delayed, as our Swedish team is currently away for the holidays until Tuesday. Open Beta...
HOI4 | Open Beta Update (No Client Change)
Greetings, Commanders! I’m Zwirbaum, a Game Designer here at the Hearts of Iron team, and I’m afraid I have a brief update regarding our development cycle: there will be no Open Beta update released this week. Rest assured, we expect to resume our standard beta update schedule starting next week. Thank you for your patience...
Developer Diary: Peace for Our Time
Commanders, The hour to fortify the borders of Czechoslovakia is fast approaching with the impending arrival of Peace For Our Time. This new Focus Pack empowers you to rewrite the somber history that defined the nation’s fate. While numerous strategic avenues await your command, we suspect most of you will prioritize one immediate goal: nullifying...
‘Godzilla Minus One’ Director’s First Hollywood Film Sounds Exciting
Image: Toho It seems I missed the memo on this bit of industry news: Takashi Yamazaki, the visionary director behind the 2023 phenomenon Godzilla Minus One, is officially helming a new live-action, English-language mecha feature titled Grandgear. While Grandgear has been quietly gestating for some time, Sony Pictures confirmed at their CinemaCon presentation that the...
Patch Notes: Post-Launch Update 2
We are deeply appreciative of your continued passion for Hades II since our official v1.0 release last autumn, and for your unwavering support throughout our Early Access journey. To celebrate our community, we are delighted to introduce our second Post-Launch Patch, packed with fresh content, quality-of-life refinements, and several surprises we believe you will truly...
Lady Gaga Bids Farewell to the ‘Mayhem’ Era with Tears, Gratitude, and Surprises: ‘I’ll Be Back’
Lady Gaga commanding the stage during her Mayhem Ball tour. Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images Irving Berlin’s classic ode to the theater, "There’s No Business Like Show Business," suggests that the life of a production is defined by the tension between the nerves of opening night and the inevitable curtain call. Having...
The Most Iconic Line in Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Was Originally Much Longer
Over the past two decades, the Assassin’s Creed franchise has delivered no shortage of legendary dialogue. From the series’ foundational creed, “Nothing is true, everything is permitted,” to Ezio’s haunting “requiescat in pace,” these phrases have become embedded in gaming culture. Yet, one of the most poignant moments in the series belongs to a supporting...
Marathon’s Latest Update Encourages Cooperation—Even With Enemies
Bungie has deployed a significant mid-season overhaul for Marathon (patch 1.0.6), introducing a wealth of new gear, refined balance adjustments, and enhanced season pass rewards. Most notably, the update debuts fresh mechanics designed to foster team synergy, providing substantial incentives for Rooks and Recon-focused players to collaborate. The centerpiece of this update is the CyberAcme...
BMAC Launches “Voices of Tomorrow” for America250, Inviting Artists to Shape the Nation’s Next Chapter
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) is seizing the moment to amplify the next generation of creative storytellers. The newly launched BMAC x America250: Voices of Tomorrow initiative is a nationwide search for emerging talent ready to define the future. This program is more than just a contest;...
Bloodborne R-Rated Animated Film Adaptation in Development with Jacksepticeye
Sony officially pulled back the curtain at Cinemacon 2026, revealing plans for a gritty, R-rated animated adaptation of the beloved action-horror title, Bloodborne. The announcement, aimed at generating buzz among theatrical exhibitors, confirms that PlayStation Productions is spearheading the project. The studio behind the adaptation, Lyrical Productions, is currently carving out a niche in game-to-film...
Kagurabachi: The Shonen Hit Poised to Surpass Jujutsu Kaisen
Image: VIZ Media/Shueisha/Takeru Hokazono Kagurabachi has achieved a meteoric rise to prominence. Since its debut in 2023, Takeru Hokazono’s Weekly Shōnen Jump series has rapidly cemented its status as a must-read, capturing the imagination of readers worldwide. While it leans into the familiar tropes of a revenge narrative, the series carries an undeniable momentum, positioning...
Demi Lovato Surprises Fans With Joe Jonas ‘Camp Rock’ Duet at Tour Opener: ‘Did You Miss Us?’
Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato perform during the Jonas Brothers’ JONAS20 tour at MetLife Stadium. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation After Demi Lovato made a surprise appearance at a recent Jonas Brothers concert for a nostalgic Camp Rock duet, Joe Jonas returned the favor this Monday (April 13) by joining his former co-star on...
Battlefield 6 Season 2: Hunter/Prey
The conflict intensifies as NATO launches a desperate bid to reclaim its vital satellite defense network from Pax Armata, shifting the theater of war into the treacherous alpine wilderness. Secure your Battle Pass Bonus Path to acquire specialized gear designed for survival in these brutal conditions, and engage in high-stakes warfare across the Contaminated and...
Subnautica 2 Future Uncertain as Dispute Between Krafton and Unknown Worlds Escalates
While the highly anticipated survival sequel Subnautica 2 is still scheduled for a Steam Early Access launch this May, the intense corporate power struggle between developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment and their parent company, Krafton, continues to escalate behind the scenes. As of April 7, Krafton has been scrubbed from the Subnautica 2 Steam page as...
The Greatest Quotes in Gaming History
This week, Polygon unveiled our definitive ranking of the 100 most iconic quotes in video game history. From snappy one-liners and visceral combat dialogue to profound, narrative-defining monologues, we’ve covered the entire spectrum. This extensive feature serves as the centerpiece of a special week-long editorial series dedicated to exploring the art of game writing. Over...
HOI4 – Open Beta Update II
Generals, Open Beta Announcement Open Beta Update I Please share your feedback regarding this beta build in this dedicated thread. If you encounter bugs, kindly post them in the bug report forum. You are welcome to start a new thread if needed, just ensure you include “[Open Beta]” in the title for clarity. I’m Zwirbaum,...
Studio Gold Update: April 2026
Greetings, Commanders, Following the recent launch of our Warships of the Pacific cosmetic pack and the subsequent pair of hotfixes, I wanted to provide a quick update regarding our current studio progress. Please note that developer interactions may be slightly delayed, as our Swedish team is currently away for the holidays until Tuesday. Open Beta...
HOI4 | Open Beta Update (No Client Change)
Greetings, Commanders! I’m Zwirbaum, a Game Designer here at the Hearts of Iron team, and I’m afraid I have a brief update regarding our development cycle: there will be no Open Beta update released this week. Rest assured, we expect to resume our standard beta update schedule starting next week. Thank you for your patience...
Developer Diary: Peace for Our Time
Commanders, The hour to fortify the borders of Czechoslovakia is fast approaching with the impending arrival of Peace For Our Time. This new Focus Pack empowers you to rewrite the somber history that defined the nation’s fate. While numerous strategic avenues await your command, we suspect most of you will prioritize one immediate goal: nullifying...
‘Godzilla Minus One’ Director’s First Hollywood Film Sounds Exciting
Image: Toho It seems I missed the memo on this bit of industry news: Takashi Yamazaki, the visionary director behind the 2023 phenomenon Godzilla Minus One, is officially helming a new live-action, English-language mecha feature titled Grandgear. While Grandgear has been quietly gestating for some time, Sony Pictures confirmed at their CinemaCon presentation that the...







