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A new South Park teaser introduces the South America rebrand, previews an e-bike storyline and hints that season 29 will refocus on its core characters.
Widow’s Bay wins 14 Emmys at the 2026 ceremony, surpassing the previous comedy-season record with a standout cast and distinctive comedy-horror style.
A video explores Marvel’s Legion and Runaways, comparing their television adaptations with the source material and examining the characters’ backstories.
Netflix’s Iron Fist ignited debate over the hero’s comic-book history, racial identity, casting and the challenges of adapting culturally complicated material.
Sonic and Godzilla finally meet in IDW’s crossover comic, as issue 3 shifts the action towards the King of the Monsters and Operation Dark Future.
Warcraft 3: Reforged’s new Forsaken Kingdom campaign brings expanded global networking, but removes offline play and LAN mode from the remaster.
A personal video essay examines why Gotham’s connection to the acclaimed Gotham Central comic is not enough to make the television series worth watching.
The first full Justice League trailer invites closer examination of its possible plot, character appearances and the questions it leaves unanswered.
Explore how Star Wars, Doctor Who and superheroes share cosmic storytelling, from science-fiction worlds and romance to the rise of space-set comic-book films.
Insomniac hints that feedback about Marvel’s Wolverine, including its unavoidable scent trails, may lead to changes after launch.
IO Interactive has delayed the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light again, moving the James Bond game to March 2027 for further polish.
Slow Horses season 6 adapts two Mick Herron novels, brings back familiar faces and promises character deaths will follow the books.
Warcraft 3: Reforged’s new Forsaken Kingdom campaign brings fresh story content, but launches with divided graphics options and English-only voice acting.
A week-long PlayStation digital boycott failed to produce a measurable change in player numbers or engagement, despite growing concern about Sony’s physical-media strategy.
Solve the odd riddle, manage the Lunar Tournament, defeat Bakir one-on-one and decide whether to spare him in The Blood of Dawnwalker.
The RTX 5090 price has reached almost US$7,500, as scarce supply and AI demand push Nvidia’s flagship graphics card far beyond launch MSRP.
Find every Sanzhani quest location in The Blood of Dawnwalker, learn how to send letters to Lunka and claim the extra day reward.
Nintendo’s Customer Appreciation Sale cuts up to 30 percent from 15 notable Switch games, including major Mario, Zelda, Animal Crossing and JRPG releases.
Sombra’s move from Damage to Support in Overwatch Season 5 has divided players, raising questions about balance, identity and who the rework is really for.
Wardogs’ unrestricted team switching is being exploited to sabotage FOBs, scout enemy positions and grief players during lengthy multiplayer battles.
Apple TV has confirmed that acclaimed espionage drama Slow Horses will return for season 8, adapting Mick Herron’s latest Slough House novel.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls plans a longer assist cooldown and more PC performance work after a rocky launch and concerns about chaotic matches.
Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge is bringing its Japanese Super Famicom dungeon-crawling adventure to Steam in 2027.
Percy Jackson season 3 will expand Nico di Angelo’s role, introduce a new cast of gods and adapt The Titan’s Curse for Disney audiences.
Insomniac says Marvel’s Wolverine updates will respond to fan feedback, with controversial scent trails emerging as a major focus of criticism.
Nighthawks was wrongly classified as adults only on Steam before launch, but the rating was removed after a damaging and unexpectedly effective publicity storm.
Reality Fracture introduces a compelling alternate Magic universe, then destroys it before its characters and consequences can make the multiverse feel meaningful.
Game Freak’s Pokémon 30th anniversary art books span 1,500 pages across three volumes, covering the series from Red, Blue and Green to Legends: Z-A.
WarDogs’ blue team has become the target of a damaging community stereotype, creating one-sided matches and exposing problems with team selection.
Crystal Crisis blends falling-crystal puzzles with fighting-game mechanics, a 20-character crossover roster and multiple modes in a limited-time Steam giveaway.
Pokémon Pokopia wins Game of the Year at the Japan Game Awards, alongside two further honours, during Pokémon’s 30th-anniversary year.
Critical Role Campaign 4 has abandoned its expected table rotation, leaving viewers to track an unpredictable schedule across Seekers, Schemers and Soldiers.
New social-media artwork from Travis Scott, Keith Richards and more artists hints at a massive GTA 6 soundtrack ahead of its November launch.
Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton has been delayed from 2026 to 2027, with poncle’s survivors-style multiplayer game still promising a large playable cast.
Playground Games says its Fable reboot will deliver a consequential finale, while promising broad player freedom, refreshed combat and a 2027 release.
Xbox Game Pass September 2026 wave 2 adds Kernel Hearts, Minecraft Dungeons II and Dune: Awakening, while several games prepare to leave.
Pokémon’s 30th anniversary TCG launch is facing steep retailer markups, questionable early access and collector pressure ahead of release.
Make Some Noise season 5 brings Vic Michaelis back alongside Dropout regulars, new guest hosts and the Noise Boys for 15 episodes of improv chaos.
The Kingdom Hearts x Fortnite trailer recreates Kingdom Hearts 2’s opening with keyblades, familiar action and a powerful dose of musical nostalgia.
Black Ops 7 Season 6 launches at 2 a.m. AET on 18 September in eastern Australia, with The Haunting, new maps and Zombies content.
Marvel’s Wolverine delivers one outstanding gameplay sequence by taking away Logan’s sight, but its inventive use of his powers deserved a larger role.
Control Resonant will let players fine-tune combat difficulty, accessibility and sensory options without locking trophies behind customised settings.
Apex Legends’ Street Fighter 6 crossover adds a melee-focused Wildcard mode, four playable fighters, eight skins and new event rewards from 22 September.
Marvel’s Wolverine offers two striking cartoon costumes, but their bright cel-shaded designs clash badly with Logan’s violent story and most serious scenes.
The Forsaken Kingdom trades Warcraft 3’s familiar base building for RPG storytelling, while Blizzard considers how community feedback could shape future campaigns.
Target stores are reportedly introducing stricter queues, security measures and purchase limits for the Pokémon 30th Anniversary TCG release on September 16.
AI leaders are calling for restraint while Nvidia shares fall, putting renewed focus on the money, chips and data centres behind the boom.
Atomfall offers Fallout fans a tense, choice-driven adventure through an alternate-history Lake District, but Game Pass access ends on 30 September 2026.
Bulkhead CEO Joe Brammer says crunch is unavoidable, while the studio checks applicants’ social media and links financial rewards to Wardogs’ success.
God of War Laufey arrives in February 2027 with Sony under pressure, as Marvel’s Wolverine raises questions about PlayStation’s blockbuster formula.
Kasmina, Enigma Sage has surged more than 1,000% after a Reality Fracture combo revealed a potential turn-three Magic: The Gathering finish.
From heartfelt celebrations to elaborate traps, these are the 10 standout Game Changer episodes that best showcase Dropout’s comedy and game design.
Focus Entertainment says it has filed formal legal complaints after threatening messages aimed at employees escalated across its gaming communities.
Diablo 4 Season 15 has been delayed after widespread login errors disrupted its 30th anniversary launch, with some early progress potentially at risk.
Xbox says previously announced Game Pass Ultimate day-one releases remain unchanged, while rumours point to major subscription changes in 2027.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave began with eight planned protagonists before becoming a five-character story built around four converging heroes.
Blizzard explains why Diablo 5 was announced so early, pointing to experienced developers, established technology and early community feedback ahead of spring 2029.
The latest GTA 6 previews answer some major gameplay questions, but customisation, PC timing, online play, casting and alligator ownership remain uncertain.
From Splatoon Raiders and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth to Donkey Kong Bananza, these are the standout Nintendo Switch 2 games worth playing now.
Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes snowman strips turned winter fun into dark visual comedy, from snow sharks and surgery to disturbing effigies.
Gregory Maguire’s new Oz novel, Galinda: A Charmed Childhood, explores the Good Witch’s early life before its 29 September 2026 release.
Spider-Noir won five Emmys and became Marvel’s most-awarded show, but Prime Video cancelled the Nicolas Cage-led detective series after one season.
Finished Dungeon Crawler Carl? These five LitRPG series offer monsters, progression systems, dark comedy, cosy fantasy and complete digital adventures for your next read.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter delivers a heartfelt Liberl adventure with improved localisation, memorable characters and an inviting path into Nihon Falcom’s expansive RPG series.
The 2026 Street Fighter film reaches cinemas on 16 October with a tournament-focused story, a familiar cast and action inspired by Capcom’s arcade series.
Shrek is back in Netflix’s global top five, 25 years after release, as its all-ages humour and memorable voice cast continue attracting viewers.
Xbox Game Pass’s second September 2026 wave includes Ninja Gaiden 4, Dune: Awakening, Black Ops 6 and two major day-one releases.
HBO’s Harry Potter series has cast Moaning Myrtle, Arthur Weasley and Colin Creevey as filming continues for the upcoming Chamber of Secrets season.
PokeWorlds Online transforms Hytale into a Pokémon-inspired multiplayer RPG, complete with battles, storage, stats and plans for custom regions.
The art director behind Majora’s Mask has defended an AI-assisted 3D shooter prototype after criticism from Japanese users raised wider questions about game development.
Warcraft 3: Reforged hides two undiscovered bonus levels in its Forsaken Kingdom campaign, challenging players to uncover their secrets.
Stephen Root confirms he plays Brian Heder in GTA 6, making official what many viewers suspected after hearing his unmistakable voice.
Marvel’s Wolverine stands out for its detailed combat damage, distinctive costume destruction and unexpectedly meticulous depiction of Logan’s body hair.
Persona 6 will receive a physical Nintendo Switch 2 release, while Sega has yet to confirm whether Xbox players will get a boxed edition.
Sony has stopped a fan-made The Last of Us Part II multiplayer mod after months of development, leaving the series’ online future uncertain.
Geralt is coming to Diablo 4 as a Barbarian skin, but unlocking the Witcher crossover requires a Battle.net pre-order with an unpopular catch.
A mystery AAA 2D fighting-game playtest in Culver City has sparked speculation that NetherRealm Studios is preparing an unannounced Injustice 3.
Game Freak’s new mobile game combines magical-girl adventure with weather-based mechanics, launching in Japan this December without an English release confirmed.
Apple is reportedly developing two official iPhone game controllers through Beats, aiming to challenge the growing range of third-party mobile gaming accessories.
Sony has stopped a fan-made Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod before release, while Naughty Dog’s official online project remains cancelled.
Diablo 4 Season 15 launches in September, with Australian players joining Season of Hell’s Legacy at 2:30 a.m. AEST on Wednesday, 16 September.
Unseen founder Ikumi Nakamura has invited Elon Musk to a private Tokyo Game Show event for Kemuri, prompting debate about the game’s public image.
Stephen Root confirms he plays Brian Heder in Grand Theft Auto 6, detailing the character’s role and the game’s planned release platforms.
New London set photos from The Batman: Part II hint at the Court of Owls and appear to reveal Anarky among the protesters.
Blizzard and CD Projekt Red explain why Geralt suits Diablo 4’s Barbarian and why Overwatch’s first Cyberpunk crossover focuses on Edgerunners.
Tom Holland has reportedly surpassed Zoe Saldaña as the highest-grossing leading actor, driven by the enormous worldwide totals of two major films.
Zack Snyder’s long-developed thriller The Last Photograph premiered at TIFF, where early reactions criticised its direction, politics and unfiltered tone.
Costco is expected to receive Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes ETBs at $42, but membership limits, regional deliveries and intense demand may complicate the hunt.
Evil Empire’s Triple-i Initiative Showcase returns on 8 October 2026 with 40 indie games, eight world premieres and a focused 45-minute broadcast.
A first BlizzCon visit becomes memorable through guildmates, themed World of Warcraft pizzas and the community that turns online friendships into real-world connections.
Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander lead Hope, Na Hong-jin’s alien-invasion thriller, from its Cannes premiere to a major international theatrical release.
Capcom’s first US pop-up shop opens in Los Angeles on 19 September 2026, bringing limited merchandise, Mega Man demos and Tokyo Game Show giveaways.
Liam McIntyre’s Wolverine performance offers Marvel a persuasive audition for the MCU’s next Logan, despite one notable departure from the comics.
Rayman Legends Retold has moved from October 1 to December 3, 2026, despite Ubisoft confirming the remake had already gone gold.
Mahershala Ali’s new film with former Blade director Bassim Tariq has earned a perfect early Rotten Tomatoes score before its September release.
A confidential playtest for an unreleased AAA 2D fighter has revived speculation that NetherRealm may be preparing Injustice 3.
Valve’s Steam Frame delivers superb wireless PC VR and excellent comfort, but its steep price, short battery life and software problems limit its appeal.
Jason Statham’s Mutiny struggled theatrically but has reached the top of major movie charts, giving its familiar action formula a second chance at home.
Marathon’s September update is moving to December as Bungie ends seasonal releases and prepares a major progression, PvE and multiplayer overhaul.
A new Wonders of O trademark strengthens the theory that the next Lies of P adventure will follow Dorothy and explore an Oz-inspired world.
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