After Rough Launch, Star Wars Game Hits Player Peak 8 Years Later

Back in 2017, Electronic Arts' (EA) sequel to the DICE-developed Star Wars shooter was met with harsh criticism, as it was announced to heavily lean on microtransactions. It didn’t take long for the gaming community to bite back at this planned move by EA. It got so bad that everything DICE released to promote the game was met with vitriol. Before the game launched, EA wisely dialed back on its monetization and microtransaction plans for the shooter....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 575 words · Jennifer Lozano

Akira Inspired One of Netflix’s Most Successful Shows After it Broke the Boundaries of the Anime Industry

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Be it fashion or music, the 80s was a true trendsetter. But when it comes to inspiring pop culture hits,Akiratakes the cake. From the iconic bike slide to color-coded leather jackets, the film is a visual treat. What makes the movie impeccable is its animation and well-written characters. The trope of telekinesis paved the path for several iconic shows and movies....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Andrew Jackson

An Ode To Guitar Hero (And Its Many Sequels)

The year was 2005, I was a junior in high school and did what most high-schoolers (well, that I hung out with) did back then: hung out in my friend’s basement playing video games. During that year, my friend purchased Guitar Hero and were hooked. As the years progressed, I noticed a trend among most of my college friends: most of those who gamed had a copy of Guitar Hero (or one of its many sequels)....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 710 words · Michelle Hill

Angelina Jolie’s Parents Approved When She Went Sweet Home Alabama, Smooched Brother James Haven at the Oscars: “That’s what will always matter”

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Oscars have forever been the platform for iconic and sometimes, weird pop-culture moments. Hence, the world held tight for any unexpected events to unfold at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023, but thankfully, all went well. The major spotlight went toEverything Everywhere All at Once,bagging a grand seven Oscars, nothing much to the awards season besides it....

August 12, 2025 · 5 min · 920 words · James Nguyen

Borderlands 3 Is Launching in September on Xbox One, PS4, and Exclusively on the Epic Store for PC

We can finally put an end to all speculation at last as developer Gearbox Software has revealed today thatBorderlands 3will launch September 13 worldwide on PS4, Xbox One, though the PC version will be exclusive to the Epic Store - the budding rival to Steam. For PC users this will be the only place to buy it on until April 2020 and then after its six month exclusivity period, it’ll release on additional PC digital storefronts according to publisher 2K....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 367 words · Ashley Gonzalez

Celebrate 2025 With This Classic “The Big Bang Theory” New Year Episode

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed The Big Bang Theoryhas always been a beloved sitcom that keeps its fans hooked with witty humor, lovable nerdy characters, and clever storytelling. Though the show wrapped up its final season a while ago, it remains a go-to comfort watch for fans worldwide. With the new year approaching, what better way to celebrate than revisiting one of the show’s festive episodes?...

August 12, 2025 · 6 min · 1067 words · Leah Weber MD

Cyberpunk 2077 Fan Art Sees Judy Alvarez Portrayed in Grayscale

Cyberpunk 2077 has been under the microscope as of late and, obviously, for good reason too. Due to CD Projekt Red’spoor launchof the title that saw gamers demand arefundafter seeing the state of the gameplay, it’s probably as good of a time as any to try and get a bit of positivity going. What could be better than some fan art ofCyberpunk 2077’s Judy Alvarez to set you up for the week?...

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 325 words · Leslie Frazier

Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.0 Patch Notes For Today (September 21)

Quick Links Ahead of the launch ofCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Libertynext week,CD Projekt Redhas released a massive update for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Known as the 2.0 update, today’s patch brings a complete overhaul to a number of gameplay mechanics and core game features. Whether you intend to purchase the upcoming Phantom Liberty DLC or not, today’s massive update is available for free. However, CD Projekt Red has urged players that due to the extensive changes made in today’s update, it is recommended that players start a new playthrough after updating....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 280 words · Kenneth Smith

Dark Souls 2 Has a Hidden Connection to Elden Ring’s Erdtree That is Further Proof it’s All One Hidetaka Miyazaki Universe

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed There’s no doubt thatElden Ring‘sShadow of the Erdtreeexpansion is one of the best DLCs we’ve ever seen for a game. The expansion added to the already epic base game with the classic FromSoftware magic that gamers had been desperate for years now. The latestElden RingDLC has also proven to be a delight for all Easter egg hunters, as it’s packed with bridges, items, hidden walls, and a lot more....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 800 words · Amber Lawrence

Dead Cells' Meaty Corrupted Update is Out Today on PC

Dead Cells'15th updateis theCorrupted Updateand it is available today on PC. It adds quite a bit of content to the title and should give hardcoreDead Cellsfans much more to play with. The team at Motion Twin has put out a handy video to guide you through everything coming. Give it a watch below. One of the major additions coming with theCorrupted Updateis a brand new challenge biome. The Corrupted Confinement is one of the shortest levels in the games but starts you off with a cursed chest....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 335 words · Jay Hebert

Deadpool & Wolverine Crew’s Reaction to Seeing Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in their Suits for the First Time Will Have All Marvel Fans in Goosebumps

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Deadpool & Wolverineis just around the corner and fans are surely excited to see the much-awaited and long-overdue tandem of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. Years in the making, this match made in heaven also takes pride in finally seeing them on the screen side by side in their respective costumes. Live-action Wolverine has been around since 2000 but the audience has never seen him sport his own yellow and blue spandex....

August 12, 2025 · 4 min · 743 words · David Morris

Dragon Ball DAIMA May Not Have Been Too Far-fetched With 1 Aspect About Goku’s Knowledge of The Multiverse Before Super

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Dragon Ball DAIMAis an intriguing addition to the anime conversation of the Fall 2024 season. WithDragon Ball DAIMA‘s premiere, Toei carries forward Akira Toriyama’s lasting legacy, ensuring it lives on forever. Goku’s return has set the internet ablaze, and many fans believeDAIMAcould outshineDragon Ball Super. Episode 1 confirms that the premise is set after the Majin Buu events, meaning DAIMA events take place before Goku’s big Beerus fight inDragon Ball Z: Battle of the Gods....

August 12, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Renee Morgan

Evil Dead Star Bruce Campbell Isn't Saying No to a New Evil Dead Game

Classic horror movie fans can breathe a sigh of relief:ÂEvil Dead’s signature star and Executive Producer Bruce Campbell isn’t saying no to the idea of a newÂEvil DeadÂvideogame. While it is far from a firm confirmation, any fans of the Sam Raimi horror series can hold on to a glimmer of hope for a new console game.News comes by way of Twitter, when a fan of the game tweeted at Bruce Campbell asking if we will ever see a newÂEvil DeadÂgame:...

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Bianca Stevens