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While The Super Mario Galaxy Movie might not be heralded as a pinnacle of cinematic achievement, it possesses a singular, undeniable power: it leaves the viewer with an insatiable craving to dive back into the digital worlds that inspired it. Illumination’s animated sequel functions less as a traditional narrative and more as a vibrant, high-definition...

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | Image: Illumination/Nintendo While The Super Mario Galaxy Movie might fall short of being a cinematic tour de force, it undeniably succeeds in one area: it ignites a profound desire to dive back into Nintendo’s digital worlds. Illumination’s latest animated venture functions less like a traditional narrative and more like...

Kanye West attends the 67th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. | Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Pepsi has officially severed its long-standing partnership with London’s Wireless Festival following a firestorm of controversy over the event’s decision to feature Ye as its primary headliner. The beverage titan, which has served as...

Image: Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha/Toei Animation Nearly a decade since their mysterious introduction, One Piece has finally unmasked Imu, the clandestine sovereign of the World Government. Alongside this long-awaited visual reveal, the series has identified the specific Devil Fruit wielded by the figure poised to be the narrative’s ultimate adversary. This milestone stands as one of the...

Patch Notes is our weekly curated digest of Polygon’s finest, delivered every Friday and mirrored on the site every Sunday. You can subscribe here. Following an extended campaign of tantalizing previews, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has finally made its cinematic debut. This latest collaboration between Illumination and Nintendo serves as a visually arresting, if...

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie | Image: Illumination, Nintendo Patch Notes is our curated weekly digest of the finest Polygon stories, delivered every Friday and mirrored on the site each Sunday. You can sign up here. Following a protracted marketing campaign of cryptic teasers, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has finally made its grand debut....

Image: Philippe Bossé/Paramount Pictures As the cinematic seasons turn, the *Scream* saga shows no signs of slowing its momentum. Scream 7 recently surpassed franchise expectations, crossing the formidable $200 million threshold at the global box office. This commercial triumph has paved the way for another Ghostface onslaught, leaving fans with nowhere to retreat. According to...

Shiloh Jolie attending a Los Angeles premiere. | Photo: JC Olivera/Getty Images Shiloh Jolie Makes Striking Cameo in New Music Video Teaser for K-Pop Artist Dayoung Shiloh Jolie has taken fans by surprise with an unexpected appearance in the latest visual project from K-pop sensation Dayoung. On Thursday, April 2, the singer unveiled a high-octane...

James Gadson performing at the Playing for Change – We are One Benefit concert in Los Angeles, 2017. | Photo: Scott Dudelson/Getty Images James Gadson, the rhythmic architect behind some of the most enduring hits in soul, funk, and disco, has passed away at the age of 86. A cornerstone of the music industry for...

Loading screen hints are often dismissed as filler, but in Demon Tides, one particular tip serves as the game’s manifesto: “It’s all about combos!” Whether you’re chaining a boost into a bat spin or transitioning from a superjump into a cannonball, the game lives and breathes through its kinetic energy. Far from being technical jargon,...

We are thrilled to introduce a practical new addition arriving in the upcoming 1.59 update for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator: the Tow to Road service. Let’s dive into the details of how this feature will enhance your driving experience! The Tow to Road function was developed as a quality-of-life improvement...

We are thrilled to unveil a significant quality-of-life enhancement arriving with the upcoming 1.59 update for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator: the Tow to Road service. Let’s explore how this new mechanic will streamline your hauling experience. The “Tow to Road” feature was crafted to minimize immersion-breaking hurdles and keep you...

Image: Lucasfilm Animation In the vast lore of Star Wars, the bond between a master and an apprentice is a foundational archetype, transcending the binary of Jedi and Sith. While Sheev Palpatine is often cited as the ultimate manipulator of pupils, Darth Maul boasts a similarly tumultuous history of mentorship. Despite being discarded by the...

Image credit: Marvel Studios In a thrilling development for fans of Marvel’s street-level heroes, Mike Colter and Finn Jones are poised to step back into their roles as Luke Cage and Iron Fist for the third season of Daredevil: Born Again. This long-awaited homecoming was effectively confirmed by a series of leaked snapshots from the...

Visuals courtesy of Universal, Nintendo, and Illumination In the opening act of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Mario is thrust into the whimsical Mushroom Kingdom, a land populated by the diminutive and iconic Toads. Characterized by their mushroom-capped heads and endearing, high-pitched chirps, these citizens largely blend into a harmonious collective. However, one specific individual...