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A beloved series of children’s novels for many years, theHarry Potteruniverse has recently become a lighting rod for discussion surrounding transgender equality and inclusivity. Author J.K. Rowling angered many of her fans and LGBTQ+ allies with comments made on Twitter last year that many believe are transphobic. Now nothing related to the book series has been left out of scrutiny, whether it be the recentFantastic Beastsmoviesor the upcoming open-world RPG,Hogwarts Legacy....

Guillermo Del Torro’s Pinocchiohas been heralded as a recent triumph, and has quickly become a much-loved rendition of the classic story, because itshows why stop-motion is a treasured art form. The animation of the movie is beautifully detailed, with much care and attention having been paid to the smallest of details, from color to texture to the very movements of the puppets themselves. It is a film that took over 15 years to complete, in part because of delays ad budget restrictions, but in greater part because of the dedication that was taken by the animation studios in Portland, London and Guadalajara, to ensure the authenticity and heart that went into every aspect of its creation....

One Pieceis filled with mysteries, and it is extraordinary that even after a thousand chapters, Eiichiro Oda has managed to keep several mysteries still under wraps. One of the biggest mysteries inOne Pieceare the Ancient Weapons. There arethree Ancient Weapons- Pluto, Poseidon, and Uranus. All three are considered to be capable of causing widespread destruction. It was during the Alabasta arc that the Ancient Weapons were properly mentioned for the first time....

Summary New CRPGThe Thaumaturgesets itself apart from the pack in a number of ways. Most of the trademarks of the genre are present inThe Thauamaturge’s gameplay and mechanics, but the title’s real-world setting and blending of historical fiction with supernatural horror give the game an atmosphere that merges the best parts of games likeDisco ElysiumandPentimentto create something altogether unique. Beyond its unique premise and setting, though,The Thaumaturgestands out among CRPGs for its excellent combat....

With Season Two ofHyper Scapein full swing, Ubisoft’s answer to the Free-to-Play, Battle Royale genre is preparing to receive a highly requested update to keep players connected. Coming between seasons, Ubisoft is planning a newtitle update forHyper Scapethat is looking to respond to community feedback and bring new features to both the base game and the recently added Team Deathmatch. The update will arrive on December 10th, withHyper Scapelooking to improve the current experience for players on all platforms, while being careful to keep from opening up the majority of the player base to hackers....

Among the many familiar developers featuring in 2023’s Xbox Games Showcase was Don’t Nod, who shared a trailer for its newest gameJusant, and right away audiences were picking up on some major Team Ico vibes that fans should keep an eye on. Don’t Nod is often most associated with its player-driven storylines best exemplified by theLife is Strangeseries, butJusantseems to be attempting something different.Based on its style and environments, as well as the protagonist and their otherworldly animal companion, it seemsJusantcould be taking the mantle fromThe Last Guardian....

Over the years, Twitch has grown and evolved quite a lot, not only becoming home to some of the video game industry’s biggest and most popular streamers, but also to communities and events,like Games Done Quickand Twitch PlaysPokemon. Just last year, a new event exploded in popularity on Twitch, a livestreamed online chess tournament hosted by Chess.com appropriately named Pogchamps. Over its 3 iterations since June 2020, Pogchamps has featured a whole host of streamers and internet personalities, now throwing popular celebrities into the mix....

Ever since announcement that longtime series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu will return along with recent star Ichiban Kasuga inLike a Dragon 8, fans have been speculating on how the star power of these two protagonists will affect its gameplay. Developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has confirmed thatLike a Dragon 8will retain the turn-based combat of its predecessor, meaning players can expect to take control of Kiryu in a new way as he makes his first appearance as a playable character in this style of gameplay....

Marvel’s Midnight Sunsreceived an updated release date at Friday’s Disney and Marvel Games Showcase: it will now release on July 19, 2025. While some fans may have been disappointed by the delay, the decision to moveMarvel’s Midnight Sunsfrom a busy and loaded October to December will likely prove to be very beneficial to the game’s success. Originally announced in 2021,Marvel’s Midnight Sunsis a card-based RPG and strategy game by Firaxis that willlikely appeal to fans ofXCOM....

For the first time in Marvel movie history, the future ofSpider-Manon the big screen is unknown. In 2021, the MCU trilogy took a big curtain call with the highly-anticipatedSpider-Man: No Way Home. As a tribute to the movies of Marvel’s most popular hero, the film brought back Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield to join Tom Holland’s Peter Parker. Related:Things Spider-Man: No Way Home Sets Up For The Future Of The MCU...

If there’s one thing that can be attested to the success and longevity of the mightyMinecraftis the dedicated fan base that’s spent the last ten years or so filling the blocky world with all manner of structures and creations. As one of thebest games to inspire mindfulness in players, the relaxing ambience of the Mojang-made title creates a perfect scenario for people to stretch their creative juices, from ingenious Redstone contraptions, to enormous real-life buildings, and this one fan used their skills to create the latter....

With decades ofMission Impossiblemovies gracing the silver screen, it’s no surprise that some past homages and easter eggs might feature in future movies for the franchise. There are a few easter eggs inMission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part Onethat hardcore fans of the thrilling and intense spy franchise might recognize, or some pieces of trivia to further extend the brilliant watch that audiences might find with the newMission Impossiblemovie. RELATED:Action Movie Franchises That Have Never Dipped Below 50 On Rotten Tomatoes...

Characters are one essential ingredient in the game developing recipe that can breathe life into the world, arriving with carefully crafted personalities, unique appearances and their own hobbies and interests. They need to be diverse as humans in real life after all, to achieve that level of immersion that developers should aspire to. This helps players feel more connected to the NPCs they meet, and the world as a whole....