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Completing the story of Grand Theft Auto VI took around 80 hours during internal playthroughs, even without full world exploration or finishing every side activity, according to Rockstar Games. Rockstar North co-head Rob Nelson told The New York Times that he completed a full playthrough of the studio’s upcoming title in February 2026. Going through...

Welcome to the essential weekend music dispatch—a curated breakdown of this week’s most pivotal new releases. From unexpected streaming surprises to triumphant decade-long comebacks, here are the standout projects commanding attention right now. Olivia Rodrigo – “Serena Joy” Arriving just days before her headline performance at the inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, California,...

Rockstar Games has created more than 600,000 NPC animations for Grand Theft Auto VI, an elevenfold increase over Grand Theft Auto V and double the number produced for Red Dead Redemption 2. The expanded animation library gives the residents of Leonida distinct behaviors, individual personalities, situational memory, and dynamic reactions to player provocations. Rockstar dedicated...

Jelly Roll addresses the audience during his guest-hosting stint on Jimmy Kimmel Live! | Source: ABC / YouTube Delivering on a promise made months ago, country-rock sensation Jelly Roll concluded his week-long tenure as guest host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! with an impassioned, candid monologue that directly addressed his political perspective, his past, and the...

Deadline has revealed the actresses slated to take on key female roles in Michael Mann’s highly anticipated sequel to his crime thriller masterpiece, “Heat.” Odessa Young, the Australian actress recognized for her performances in “The Staircase” and “The Narrow Road to the Deep North,” is reportedly in talks to portray Charlene. This character, originally brought...

New releases and library additions continue to expand across streaming platforms, bringing fresh options to TV viewers this week. The latest lineup spans returning comedies, psychological mysteries, true-crime investigations, and long-running broadcast dramas. Adults Available on: Hulu Genre: Comedy Episode count: 8 Cast: Jack Innanen, Amita Rao, Owen Thiele, Lucy Freyer FX comedy Adults returns...

Andrey Zvyagintsev’s latest drama, Minotaur, has emerged as a frontrunner to represent France in the Best International Feature Film category at the Oscars, according to a report by Variety. The official shortlist is slated for release on September 10, with the final selection announcement to follow on September 16. Minotaur is a co-production between France,...

Canadian actor Peter Cullen has passed away at the age of 85, according to media reports. He achieved worldwide acclaim for his iconic portrayal of Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise. Cullen’s resonant voice defined the character across all of Michael Bay’s films, the beloved 1980s animated series, numerous video games, and various other projects...

Arkane Studios founder Raphael Colantonio has come to terms with the past. Nearly two decades later, Arkane Studios founder Raphael Colantonio explained that he now understands why Valve decided to cancel the studio’s Half-Life spin-off centered on Ravenholm. Arkane worked on the standalone Ravenholm game in the late 2000s, completing a substantial portion of the...

Publisher Fictions and developer Counterplay Games, known for the action title Godfall, have announced the release date for their upcoming project, Armatus. The third-person roguelite shooter will launch on January 17 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. The title will also be available on Game Pass. Armatus takes place in the...

Cloud Imperium Games has pushed the release window for Squadron 42 to the second quarter of 2027. The standalone single-player campaign set in the Star Citizen universe was originally scheduled to arrive in 2015. Development on Star Citizen began before the release of Grand Theft Auto V. Nearly 14 years and two PlayStation and Xbox...

More than a year after offering the world its first official glimpse of a modern-day Bonnie and Clyde, Rockstar Games has collaborated with Netflix to unveil the most comprehensive look at Grand Theft Auto VI to date. Despite an unrelenting wave of unauthorized disclosures and network intrusions, the sprawling, sun-drenched playground of Leonida looks more...

Hulu has officially greenlit a second season of the crime thriller series Angelyne, according to industry reports. The show, featuring Shameless standout Emmy Rossum, premiered in late July. The narrative follows FBI agent Alice Black (Rossum) as she tracks down a cold-blooded assassin named Catherine (Lola Petticrew). The elusive killer specifically targets wealthy, powerful men,...

John Mayer Reflects on Dolly Parton’s Legacy and Unifying Cultural Impact John Mayer and Dolly Parton backstage at Bridgestone Arena during the 2010 “We’re All For The Hall” benefit concert in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images John Mayer has shared deep reflections on the monumental cultural legacy of Dolly Parton following the country icon’s...

Early impressions from critics and influencers regarding the futuristic action-thriller “Onslaught,” produced by A24, have begun to surface online. The film has earned acclaim for its authentic 1980s aesthetic and high-octane combat sequences. Adria Arjona’s lead performance has received particular praise, though one viewer criticized the movie as “irresponsible” for its unflinching portrayal of violence...

Rockstar Games has addressed the massive leak of Grand Theft Auto VI materials, asking fans to wait for the official console release on November 19. In its statement, the studio acknowledged that the leak disrupted how players were meant to first experience GTA VI and dealt a major blow to the development team. Rockstar emphasized...