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18 Years of Waiting — Insider Claims Beyond Good & Evil 2 is Finally “Taking Shape”
Initially unveiled at E3 2008, with its last major appearance dating back to 2017, the title has long been considered the poster child for “development hell.” However, fresh indicators from early 2026 suggest that active production at Ubisoft Montpellier is far from over. This persistence is underscored by a wave of job listings posted in...
Baldur’s Gate 3 Influenced the Stranger Things Finale — An Unexpected Source of Inspiration
The show’s creators have confirmed that the narrative’s conclusion was heavily influenced by Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3—an experience Matt Duffer was deeply immersed in throughout the writing process. In a recent conversation with Variety, the Duffer brothers revealed that they drew inspiration from Baldur’s Gate 3 when shaping the show’s core themes. According to...
Microsoft preparing new wave of layoffs: up to 22,000 employees at risk – rumor
Speculation is mounting that Microsoft is bracing for another major wave of layoffs, reportedly slated for the third week of January 2026. Between 11,000 and 22,000 positions worldwide could be eliminated, representing roughly 5% to 10% of the company’s total workforce of 220,000 employees. While an official confirmation is still pending, internal reports suggest that...
New DLC for The Witcher 3 is almost inevitable — analyst is 100% certain
Speculation surrounding a potential new expansion for The Witcher 3 is reaching a fever pitch. Mateusz Chrzanowski, a prominent analyst at Noble Securities, has voiced absolute certainty that CD Projekt Red will release substantial new content by 2026. He asserts that this isn’t mere guesswork, but a conclusion drawn directly from the studio’s official corporate...
IGN Tests DLSS 4.5 in Black Myth: Wukong and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 on RTX 5090
During CES, NVIDIA officially unveiled DLSS 4.5, giving the gaming community a first look at the promised “next-level fidelity” in action. This updated version of the AI-driven technology has already integrated into several high-profile titles, and a wave of new benchmarks is surfacing to showcase its impact on visual clarity and framerates. Following the debut...
The Shelved Film Warner Tried to Cancel Sets 2026 Release: ‘A Must-See Cinematic Event’
Image: Ketchup Entertainment Wile E. Coyote has survived countless gravity-defying plunges and accidental detonations, but his most impressive feat of endurance to date is the survival of his own cinematic debut, Coyote vs. ACME. The journey began in late 2018 when Warner Bros. unveiled plans for a live-action/animation hybrid inspired by Ian Frazier’s 1990 satirical...
Matthew Koma Slams Ashley Tisdale Over ‘Tone Deaf’ Essay on ‘Toxic’ Mom Groups
Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma attending a high-profile event in Beverly Hills. | Emma McIntyre/Getty Images Matthew Koma Delivers Sharp Satire Following Ashley Tisdale’s “Toxic Mom Group” Revelations For a generation of viewers, Hilary Duff and Ashley Tisdale were the quintessential faces of the Disney Channel era. Fast forward to the present, and both women...
Teyana Taylor to Host ‘Saturday Night Live’ Debut With Musical Guest Cardi B
Cardi B attends the 67th annual GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles. | Gilbert Flores/Billboard As 2026 approaches, Saturday Night Live has unveiled a fresh wave of talent slated to take over Studio 8H. On Wednesday, January 7, producers confirmed that Cardi B will grace the stage as a musical guest in late January, while the...
Elon Musk on why he can’t play Grand Theft Auto
В конце прошлого года Илон Маск, глава Tesla и SpaceX, в одном из своих интервью затронул тему видеоигр, поделившись специфическим отношением к культовой серии Grand Theft Auto. Выяснилось, что миллиардер испытывает внутренний дискомфорт от необходимости совершать насилие над сотрудниками полиции — барьер, который не позволил ему продвинуться в GTA 5 дальше вступительного пролога. Схожую позицию...
Gerard Butler’s New Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Draws Inspiration From Children of Men
Image: Lionsgate/Everett Collection A sequel to Greenland was never part of Ric Roman Waugh’s original vision. “A follow-up wasn’t even on our radar,” the filmmaker behind the 2020 disaster hit and its upcoming 2026 successor, Greenland 2: Migration, explains. “It simply wasn’t meant to happen.” The challenge was significant: how do you draft a narrative...
Only Two of AMD’s 11 CES 2026 Announcements Focused on Gaming, the Rest Dedicated to AI
At CES 2026, AMD unveiled a diverse lineup of 11 new products, yet only two were dedicated to the gaming sector. The bulk of the announcements centered on artificial intelligence and high-performance server architecture. The company showcased its Helios AI server rack along with the new Ryzen AI 400 and Ryzen AI Max processors, specifically...
Set Your Notifications: The First Gaming Event of 2026, New Game+ Showcase, Starts Tonight
The gaming industry is set to kick off its 2026 season with the New Game+ Showcase on January 9. This collaborative event is spearheaded by six independent studios and distinguishes itself by operating entirely without paid advertising. The primary mission of the showcase is to offer a platform where titles—ranging from experimental indies to high-budget...
12-Year-Old Japanese Boy Drops Out of School for Fortnite With Parents’ Support
Tarou, a 12-year-old streaming sensation from Japan, has decided to forgo middle school following his elementary graduation to commit himself entirely to professional gaming. This unconventional path was chosen in coordination with both his parents and school administrators. To maintain his well-being, Tarou will adhere to a personalized schedule that balances rigorous training with sleep,...
Detroit: Become Human sold nearly a million copies in two weeks – analysts
Despite its 2018 debut, Detroit: Become Human is experiencing a massive resurgence in popularity on Steam. According to data from Alinea Analytics, the title moved approximately 993,000 units between December 21, 2025, and January 5, 2026—reaching nearly a million sales in just a fortnight. This surge propelled the project to the second-highest sales position on...
The Last of Us Actor Urges Not to “Demonize” AI
Renowned voice actor Troy Baker recently shared his perspective on the transformative role of artificial intelligence within the gaming landscape. In a conversation with The Game Business, Baker suggested that AI should not be “disparaged, belittled, or demonized,” but rather integrated into the creative process. He emphasized that the ultimate agency remains in the hands...
Doom and The Last of Us Creators Reveal Gameplay for Cyberpunk Project Defect on PS5, XSX, and PC
Emptyvessel is currently in the advanced stages of developing Defect. The studio’s roster is packed with industry veterans whose pedigrees include work on legendary franchises such as Doom, Borderlands, and The Last of Us. Initial gameplay footage showcases a gritty, dystopian cyberpunk environment where players must engage in high-stakes combat against both human rivals and...
18 Years of Waiting — Insider Claims Beyond Good & Evil 2 is Finally “Taking Shape”
Initially unveiled at E3 2008, with its last major appearance dating back to 2017, the title has long been considered the poster child for “development hell.” However, fresh indicators from early 2026 suggest that active production at Ubisoft Montpellier is far from over. This persistence is underscored by a wave of job listings posted in...
Baldur’s Gate 3 Influenced the Stranger Things Finale — An Unexpected Source of Inspiration
The show’s creators have confirmed that the narrative’s conclusion was heavily influenced by Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3—an experience Matt Duffer was deeply immersed in throughout the writing process. In a recent conversation with Variety, the Duffer brothers revealed that they drew inspiration from Baldur’s Gate 3 when shaping the show’s core themes. According to...
Microsoft preparing new wave of layoffs: up to 22,000 employees at risk – rumor
Speculation is mounting that Microsoft is bracing for another major wave of layoffs, reportedly slated for the third week of January 2026. Between 11,000 and 22,000 positions worldwide could be eliminated, representing roughly 5% to 10% of the company’s total workforce of 220,000 employees. While an official confirmation is still pending, internal reports suggest that...
New DLC for The Witcher 3 is almost inevitable — analyst is 100% certain
Speculation surrounding a potential new expansion for The Witcher 3 is reaching a fever pitch. Mateusz Chrzanowski, a prominent analyst at Noble Securities, has voiced absolute certainty that CD Projekt Red will release substantial new content by 2026. He asserts that this isn’t mere guesswork, but a conclusion drawn directly from the studio’s official corporate...
IGN Tests DLSS 4.5 in Black Myth: Wukong and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 on RTX 5090
During CES, NVIDIA officially unveiled DLSS 4.5, giving the gaming community a first look at the promised “next-level fidelity” in action. This updated version of the AI-driven technology has already integrated into several high-profile titles, and a wave of new benchmarks is surfacing to showcase its impact on visual clarity and framerates. Following the debut...
The Shelved Film Warner Tried to Cancel Sets 2026 Release: ‘A Must-See Cinematic Event’
Image: Ketchup Entertainment Wile E. Coyote has survived countless gravity-defying plunges and accidental detonations, but his most impressive feat of endurance to date is the survival of his own cinematic debut, Coyote vs. ACME. The journey began in late 2018 when Warner Bros. unveiled plans for a live-action/animation hybrid inspired by Ian Frazier’s 1990 satirical...
Matthew Koma Slams Ashley Tisdale Over ‘Tone Deaf’ Essay on ‘Toxic’ Mom Groups
Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma attending a high-profile event in Beverly Hills. | Emma McIntyre/Getty Images Matthew Koma Delivers Sharp Satire Following Ashley Tisdale’s “Toxic Mom Group” Revelations For a generation of viewers, Hilary Duff and Ashley Tisdale were the quintessential faces of the Disney Channel era. Fast forward to the present, and both women...
Teyana Taylor to Host ‘Saturday Night Live’ Debut With Musical Guest Cardi B
Cardi B attends the 67th annual GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles. | Gilbert Flores/Billboard As 2026 approaches, Saturday Night Live has unveiled a fresh wave of talent slated to take over Studio 8H. On Wednesday, January 7, producers confirmed that Cardi B will grace the stage as a musical guest in late January, while the...
Elon Musk on why he can’t play Grand Theft Auto
В конце прошлого года Илон Маск, глава Tesla и SpaceX, в одном из своих интервью затронул тему видеоигр, поделившись специфическим отношением к культовой серии Grand Theft Auto. Выяснилось, что миллиардер испытывает внутренний дискомфорт от необходимости совершать насилие над сотрудниками полиции — барьер, который не позволил ему продвинуться в GTA 5 дальше вступительного пролога. Схожую позицию...








