Mountain View, CA

There are few video game creators as influential as Hironobu Sakaguchi, the mind behind Final Fantasy, Mana, Chrono Trigger, and more. Since leaving Square Enix in 2003, Sakaguchi and his studio, Mistwalker, have crafted even more beloved RPGs, with each new game feeling drastically different from the last. That’s never been more true than with Sakaguchi’s last game, Fantasian, but you’d be forgiven for having not played it. Released on iOS in 2021 as an Apple Arcade exclusive, Fantasian is a hidden gem that manages to feel wonderfully nostalgic, but also vibrantly new and exciting.

The Most Overlooked RPG of the Decade Is Finally Getting Its Second Chance

Video game designer Hideaki Itsuno has left Capcom after 30 years at the company, during which he directed games including the recent Devil May Cry 5 and Dragon’s Dogma 2, among dozens of other credits. Itsuno hasn’t revealed exactly where he’s headed, but in announcing his departure, he says that he will be remaining in game development, but in “a new environment.”

Devil May Cry Director Hideaki Itsuno Leaves Capcom For “A New Environment” After 30 Years

There’s only a handful of great Batman movies. While everyone can agree Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman is wonderful, almost nobody can agree on whether Batman Returns (1992) or Batman Forever (1995) are secret classics or noble failures. And even when it comes to beloved Batman sequels — like 2008’s The Dark Knight — there is one tendency that many, many Bat-flicks often have: Many Batman movies aren’t about Batman, mostly because there’s often a huge emphasis put on the Caped Crusader fighting some over-the-top villain.

The Batman 2 Will Avoid a Classic Superhero Sequel Mistake, Matt Reeves Promises

As Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s late October release approaches, we’re finally starting to see how it will play in close detail. Previous videos and blog posts have focused on the game’s story and companions, and now a pair of recent updates offer a closer look at combat and all the ways you can shape your character before the swords come out. The Veilguard is a big change from previous Dragon Age games in locking players to one character rather than letting them control every member of a party, but the new reveals show how developer BioWare is working to keep the series’ strategic complexity intact.

The Veilguard

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Second chances and wealth will be September 2024’s main themes. Various zodiac signs will use their energy to get what they desire. Some will have an abundant mindset that will lead them to success. Uranus will enter Taurus early in the month while Ploto will re-enter Capricorn on September 1. Which opportunities does September have in store for your zodiac sign?

Each Zodiac Sign’s Luckiest Day in September

Don’t miss Saturn at its biggest and brightest this week. Saturn is in opposition this weekend, which means that it’s on the opposite side of our planet from the Sun. When this happens, the Sun acts like a cosmic spotlight, lighting Saturn up brighter than usual — just in time for the ringed planet’s closest approach to Earth this year. Here’s how to catch Saturn in the spotlight:

Want to See Saturn and Its Rings? — This Weekend Is Your Best Chance

Los Angeles County, CA

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

The first time I booted up Astro Bot, I played for seven hours straight, with every single level in the colorful platformer feeling like some exciting new adventure. When I went to bed that night, a thought crossed my mind: “I can’t wait to wake up and play more Astro Bot.” I literally can’t remember the last time I felt that way with a game.

Astro Bot Is the Triumphant Exclusive the PS5 Desperately Needed

For as long as people love vampires, the Twilight saga will likely never fade away. But it has been almost 20 years since Stephanie Meyer’s debut novel took the world by storm; ditto for the film adaptations that became an even bigger phenomenon. In that regard, the franchise may be overdue for a reappraisal — and Lionsgate is more than happy to oblige.

Twilight is Getting a Reboot on Netflix — But Not in the Way You Expect

Thursday morning is your chance to catch a glimpse of Mercury in the sky. The Solar System’s smallest (and arguably weirdest) planet is hard to see from Earth because it’s usually lost in the overwhelming glow of the Sun. But in the early morning of September 5, Mercury will appear far enough from the rising Sun to be visible against a dark backdrop. Here’s everything you need to know.

You Must Wake Up Early Tomorrow to See Mercury — Here's Why

Spinoffs power the Marvel Cinematic Universe. From the very first movie, every project teased the next, crafting a vast interconnected film franchise. In 2021, Marvel added television to the mix with WandaVision, a Disney+ series following Wanda Maximoff as she coped with the loss of Vision. Now, we’re about to...

Marvel Is About to Repeat Its Most Successful Formula

It's been 35 years since the original Baywatch TV series premiered on NBC in the 1989-1990 season. One year later, it was syndicated and became one of the most popular TV shows on the planet. The show's original cast included David Hasselhoff, who stayed with the series through its entire run. During that time, he was joined by other actors, including (but not limited to) Pamela Anderson, Alexandra Paul, and Jason Simmon. At the time, Simmons, who is gay, was in the closet.

The Once-Secret Gay Life of 'Baywatch' Actor Jaason Simmons: 35 Years After The Beach Drama's Debut

Your cat’s favorite activities are probably sleeping, eating, and batting your face at odd hours. But you might be surprised to learn that fetch, an activity long associated with dogs — could also be a crowd favorite among cats, too. A new study out this week in the...

A New Study Reveals Just How Many Cats Like To Play Fetch — It’s Shockingly High

Physical media has become increasingly important in the streaming age. Shows like Westworld and Willow have been yanked off streaming services without a moment’s notice, but the tangibility of a DVD or Blu-Ray can’t be revoked. One of Netflix’s first big horror movies is the perfect example, as the cult classic suddenly became lost media for the most banal reasons.

Mike Flanagan’s Abandoned Home-Invasion Thriller is Getting a Much-Needed Upgrade

Despite the promise of true creative freedom, there are really only a handful of modern auteurs navigating the streaming era on their own terms. Ironically, it’s Zack Snyder — Hollywood’s most contested auteur — making the most out of a partnership with a streamer. His multi-year deal with Netflix has borne some fruit here and there, and Snyder himself has finally found a distributor that respects his vision wholeheartedly... though Netflix’s attempts to capitalize on the infamy of “the Snyder cut” aren’t exactly wise.

Zack Snyder’s 300 Still Has Plenty to Teach Us

Nintendo rarely misses when it comes to new entries in its beloved high fantasy series, The Legend Of Zelda. And from the 45 minutes I got to play of the upcoming The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom, it's safe to say Nintendo’s about to do it again. Echoes Of Wisdom cleverly combines the design philosophies of both of last year’s Zelda games into what’s likely to be one of the best and most ingenious titles of 2024.

The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom

Deadpool & Wolverine revolved around cameos; beyond bringing back Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, there were more returning X-Men than you could shake a mutated stick at. Most notably, Jennifer Garner reprised her role as Elektra and Channing Tatum made his debut as Gambit, but beyond the headlines, several minor X-Men characters reappeared in the background. One, however, looked a lot different than they used to, and many fans didn’t even notice.

Did Marvel Just Quietly Recast a Badass X-Men Character?

Anaheim, CA

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Disneyland is making significant changes to one of its classic attractions, Peter Pan’s Flight, in an effort to remove insensitive racial stereotypes and to better represent indigenous cultures. Walt Disney Imagineering released plans to update the portrayal of Tiger Lily and the Never Land Tribe, ensuring that the characters are depicted with dignity and cultural authenticity and released the below photo of the changes.

Disneyland to Make Big Changes to a Classic Ride

For casual fans of The Lord of the Rings, the jolly character of Tom Bombadil serves as a quirky detour in the first half of the book version of The Fellowship of the Ring. But up until The Rings of Power Season 2, Bombadil had never appeared in any mainstream English-language movie or TV adaptation of Lord of the Rings, ever. That’s right, even Ralph Bakshi's 1978 version didn’t bother to include Old Tom, all of which certainly contribute to the mainstream perception that this character is inconsequential.

The Origin of the Weirdest Lord of the Rings Character Just Got Even More Elusive

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Star Wars Outlaws Developers Want to Continue Supporting the Game Forever

Star Wars Outlaws may finally be out for all to enjoy. But it doesn’t mean developer Massive Entertainment is anywhere near done supporting the game beyond...

Star Wars Outlaws Developers Want to Continue Supporting the Game Forever

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