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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 Fire Emblem and Final Fantasy to Resident Evil and Australian co-op adventure Big Walk, these are the best Nintendo Switch 2 games to play 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.
Rayman Legends Retold has moved from 1 October to 3 December 2026, with Ubisoft planning a new trailer and hands-on coverage in September.
Walmart’s Pokémon 30th anniversary TCG drawing offers collectors a calmer alternative to chaotic online drops, with products, entry times and winner details explained.
Sega and Netflix are developing a Crazy Taxi movie for 2027, alongside new screen projects based on Sonic and Stranger Than Heaven.
Bungie’s Symbiosis update brings permanent PvE, giant alien enemies and a major change of direction for Marathon beyond its seasonal model.
Valve’s Steam Frame starts at $1,059, with reservations available to eligible Steam users in Australia and selected regions through a regional queue.
Sekiro: No Defeat brings FromSoftware’s samurai world to animation with painterly visuals, but its two-hour film struggles under rushed pacing and missing context.
An independent developer has demonstrated a prototype that trades Pokémon between an original Game Boy Advance and a Switch 2 before Pokémon Bank closes.
Sora has arrived in Fortnite, but his vacant expression and fixed hitbox have made this Kingdom Hearts crossover look stranger than expected.
Nintendo has opened $49.99 pre-orders for its electric Ocarina of Time accessory, launching November 5 with music tools, QR sharing and a display stand.
Thief veteran Randy Smith Evergreen argues that immersive sims and indie games should prioritise gameplay, atmosphere and creativity over enormous graphics budgets.
Matthew Lillard’s unpredictable Luke Goshen gives Bosch a fresh jolt, turning a memorable crime-drama supporting role into one of Prime Video’s best surprises.
Layoffs have affected several IGN departments, with long-time hosts Brian Altano and Seth Macy among the prominent games-media staff reported to be leaving.
Ace Amusement and UNIS Technology present new racers, shooters, sports cabinets, card battlers and redemption machines at GTI Asia China Expo 2026.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has lost the weekend box-office lead, but Tom Holland’s Marvel sequel remains within striking distance of a domestic record.
Bumblebee remains the most character-focused modern Transformers film, with classic robot designs, a strong human connection and free streaming on YouTube.
A community launcher and restored multiplayer give Turtle Rock’s asymmetrical 2015 shooter Evolve an unexpected second chance for modern players.
Valve says RAM shortages have not changed Steam Deck 2’s core goals, but performance, battery life, pricing and timing remain unresolved.
Jace Beleren’s story ends in Reality Fracture, but Tam inherits his Planeswalker spark and begins a new chapter for Magic: The Gathering.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave introduces Jester, Seteth and more intriguing characters, prompting fans to debate romance options and the game’s timeline.
From Marvel vs. Capcom 2 to Marvel’s Spider-Man, these ten games showcase the best superhero action, strategy, puzzles and arcade competition.
KAZ is a $7 Steam roguelike that blends Flash-era simplicity, rapid grid combat, risky upgrades and relentless one-more-run appeal.
Diablo 5 brings back procedural overworlds, adds overlay maps at launch and aims to make exploration more varied than Diablo 4’s static world.
World of Warcraft: Forever launches on 4 November with classic pacing, fixed raid sizes, new PvP progression and a permanent level-60 framework.
From cult JRPGs to spectacular brawlers, these ten overlooked Xbox 360 games delivered ambitious ideas that deserved far more attention.
House of the Dragon’s rapid fall from the streaming top 10 raises questions about whether Game of Thrones can still dominate the cultural conversation.
Charles Schulz found the perfect expression for unrequited love in a 1964 Peanuts strip, turning a lonely lunch and peanut butter into timeless comic heartbreak.
Marvel’s Wolverine has two post-credits scenes teasing Apocalypse, Sabretooth’s Horsemen role, and Logan and Jean’s centuries-long connection.
Find the manga clue and enter the correct combination to open Shiro’s secret closet room during the Bad Blood mission in Marvel’s Wolverine.
Find out how long Marvel’s Wolverine takes to complete, plus the full 30-mission campaign order and details about optional content.
A spoiler-filled guide lists all five main bosses in Marvel’s Wolverine, from Omega Red and Deathstrike to Sabretooth and Nathaniel Essex.
Track every Marvel’s Wolverine suit, claw design, material cost and unlock requirement, from starting outfits to Nightmare Gauntlet rewards.
Find all 20 whisky bottle collectibles in Marvel’s Wolverine with this mission-by-mission guide, including routes, bottle names and the final reward.
Silo Season 3 exposed the truth behind the silos, while the final season prepares Juliette and Silo 18 for open war against Silo 1.
Angel grew from a supernatural detective series into a darker, ambitious five-season drama, and the complete spinoff is now free to stream on Tubi.
Stephen King’s 11.22.63 turns a Kennedy assassination mission into a tense, romantic time-travel series with higher stakes than familiar genre favourites.
Threshing Day returns readers to Rebecca Yarros’ dragon-rider world on 29 September, but the companion collection is not the long-awaited fourth Empyrean novel.
Walton Goggins turns Baby Billy into the unforgettable centre of The Righteous Gemstones, an outrageous HBO comedy packed with flawed characters and wild schemes.
Stargate Atlantis, the five-season sci-fi adventure starring Jason Momoa, is free to stream on YouTube and remains an accessible gateway to the Stargate universe.
From Chinatown to Who Framed Roger Rabbit, these seven films capture the shadows, detectives, danger and dark humour that make Spider-Noir distinctive.
These five overlooked PS2 games reveal the console’s adventurous side, from time-travel mysteries and dark dungeon crawlers to psychic action and futuristic racing.
007 First Light’s Nintendo Switch 2 version has been delayed again, with IO Interactive now targeting March 2027 after further optimisation work.
GTI Asia China Expo 2026 showcased Wangan Midnight Maximum Tune Ignition, Pokémon Spot, new racing games and Wahlap’s expanding Chinese arcade portfolio.
From St. Francis’ Folly to Paititi, these are the ten Tomb Raider levels that best combine exploration, traps, combat, platforming and unforgettable set pieces.
Sally Brown’s sharpest Peanuts lines reveal her resistance to school, her surprising wit and a surprisingly modern warning about commenting before checking the facts.
Harrison Ford’s Air Force One remains a brilliantly direct 1990s action thriller, combining presidential fantasy, aircraft suspense and unforgettable blockbuster showmanship.
Twin Peaks, David Lynch and Mark Frost’s landmark detective drama, is now free to stream on Pluto TV, including its 2017 continuation.
GTA 6 appears ready to make stealing cars a deeper activity, with vehicle security, electronic keys, trackers, valuation tools and fences for stolen vehicles.
Jack Reacher returns in October 2026 with Chain Reaction, the 31st novel from Lee and Andrew Child, while the Prime Video franchise keeps expanding.
From STALKER and BioShock to Halo 2 and Half-Life 2, these ten 2000s shooters remain distinctive, playable classics without needing ground-up remakes.
From supernatural horror and martial-arts fantasy to anime, science fiction and crime drama, these five action shows are free to stream online.
Disney’s Alice in Wonderland celebrates its 75th anniversary with Wondrous, a young-adult sequel sending Alice back to Wonderland for a dangerous new challenge.
Godzilla Minus Zero director Takashi Yamazaki explains how Spielberg, Children of Men and IMAX shaped the sci-fi sequel’s monster spectacle.
Helluva Boss season 3 begins its Hazbin Hotel crossover in October, with visual links first and a larger character appearance planned for the second half.
Marvel’s Wolverine has received a lukewarm critical response, putting Sony’s remarkable 11-year Game of the Year nomination streak in serious danger.
A new World of Warcraft screenshot may finally acknowledge Sargeras’ sword and suggest the titan nearly struck Azeroth’s world soul.
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