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There is a profound resonance in video games that invite players to pause and reflect on existence. Exercising direct agency over a character’s journey creates an intimate dynamic entirely distinct from passively observing a narrative unfold on a cinematic screen. When that interactive experience centers on loss and the pivotal choices that shape a lifetime,...

Defining a genuinely “pristine” trading card often sparks intense debate. Casual Pokémon TCG enthusiasts might easily forgive minor blemishes for an otherwise acceptable piece, whereas elite collectors investing staggering fortunes demand absolute perfection. Or so one would reasonably assume. A contentious high-stakes auction for a vintage Pokémon collectible recently demonstrated just how elusive and subjective...

Ariana Grande at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes held at The Beverly Hilton on Jan. 11, 2026, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Maya Dehlin Spach/2026GG/Penske Media Ariana Grande plans to do press supporting Focker-in-Law, despite the August announcement that she is taking a step back from visibility following the end of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, Billboard...

The RolePlay project nopixel V is entering its closed beta stage on September 8, almost a year after its initial announcement. As announced last fall, the creators secured the backing of Rockstar Games, and the project will be included among the titles launched through the Rockstar Games Launcher. GTA RP fans can expect several new...

Valheim will leave Early Access and reach version 1.0 on September 9, 2026. The full release introduces Deep North, the final major region in the game’s world. Valheim is a survival adventure for one to ten players. It sends groups into a procedurally generated world inspired by Norse mythology, where they build settlements, craft weapons,...

As Labor Day approaches, a dozen MLS stars are sharing their personal Songs of the Summer with Billboard ahead of the publication of the official 2026 Songs of the Summer chart-topper next week. The group features three players who participated in the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Charlotte FC’s Tim Ream (Team USA), FC Dallas’ Petar...

The Blood of Dawnwalker has generated significant interest on Steam, as the game by Polish studio Rebel Wolves became the top-selling premium new release. Initial media reviews gave The Blood of Dawnwalker a powerful momentum boost, helping the Polish studio’s game jump 90 positions to become the best-selling paid game on Steam. The first reviews...

Double Fine’s ambitious $400,000 Kickstarter features a stretch goal that feels torn straight between a bold dare and an impossible joke: secure a staggering $100 million for the upcoming Amnesia Fortnight game jam, and the studio will finally develop Brütal Legend 2. It is undeniably exciting to witness grassroots affection fuel new creative endeavors, and...

Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus perform on the Pyramid stage on day five of Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 30, 2019, in Glastonbury, England. Ian Gavan/Getty Images Billy Ray Cyrus supports his daughter Miley dropping the last name she inherited from him. The country star shared his thoughts on the “Flowers”...

CD Projekt RED is confident that switching to Unreal Engine 5 will not strip The Witcher IV of its signature visual style, as the studio is working alongside Epic Games to adapt the engine to its requirements. For many years, CD Projekt RED used its proprietary REDengine, which powers The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077....

BTS’ Jung Kook performs during the band’s ARIRANG world tour on April 25, 2026, in Tampa, Fla. Courtesy of BIGHIT MUSIC Jung Kook is 29, and his BTS bandmates and fans celebrated his birthday on stage during the group’s first night in Los Angeles on the Arirang World Tour. During the Tuesday, Sept. 1 show...

Lainey Wilson performs onstage at The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 17, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Rich Polk/Dick Clark Productions The annual Sept. 11 commemoration in New York will be broadcast live for the first time this year on ABC as part of the 25th...

Before CGI spectacles took over in the 2000s, action movies in the 1990s were still chasing the success of 1988’s Die Hard. Steven Seagal’s Under Siege was basically Die Hard on a battleship. Wesley Snipes’ Passenger 57 was Die Hard on a plane. Harrison Ford’s Air Force One was Die Hard on a very specific...

Nintendo has released update 4.0.0 for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, bringing enhanced graphics, eight-player local support, CameraPlay, and a 96-course mode to the Switch 2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was released on the Nintendo Switch in 2017, and Nintendo continues to support the hit game nine years later. Update 4.0.0 is prepared specifically for the...

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs attend Game Three between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena on May 23, 2026, in Cleveland. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have a dog named Wendy who made her public debut...

All great journeys eventually reach a milestone. Following a generous one-month introductory grace period celebrating the launch of Final Fantasy 14 on the Nintendo Switch 2, Square Enix is officially introducing the mandatory subscription model for the platform. Square Enix confirmed the conclusion of this complimentary period via an official update on the Lodestone blog....