Pokopia: Game Freak on how Ruby and Sapphire inspired Pokémon's biggest ever spin-off

Pokopia, a new Pokémon simulation game for Nintendo Switch 2, draws inspiration from Ruby and Sapphire, focusing on creating habitats for Pokémon to attract them to the ruins of Kanto. The game features a blend of Animal Crossing, Minecraft, and Viva Piñata mechanics, allowing players to build and customize habitats, befriend Pokémon, and explore the world. With a focus on Pokémon personalities and lore, Pokopia offers a unique take on the Pokémon franchise, promising to be one of the biggest releases of 2026.

Jason Momoa Set For Sony’s Feature Take Of ‘Helldivers’ Video Game From Justin Lin; Fall 2027 Release Set

Jason Momoa is set to star in Sony Pictures' film adaptation of the Helldivers video game franchise, directed by Justin Lin. The movie, based on Arrowhead Game Studios' popular game, is scheduled for release on November 10, 2027.

No Man's Sky adds Half-Life 2's gravity gun to your arsenal, and I can't believe it's taken almost ten years to get it

No Man's Sky's Remnant update introduces the Gravitino Coil, a gravity gun inspired by Half-Life 2, enhancing gameplay with new salvaging and scrapping mechanics.

Brad Pitt blockbuster F1 sequel in the works, producer confirms

A sequel to the Brad Pitt-starring Formula 1 film is in development, according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer. The original film, which was co-produced by Lewis Hamilton, has been nominated for four Oscars, including Best Picture. While details about the sequel are scarce, Bruckheimer confirmed his involvement in the project and expressed excitement about working with Pitt.

TMNT’s Cancelled R-Rated ‘The Last Ronin’ Film Was Set to Star Original Movie Star Judith Hoag

A live-action, R-rated adaptation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic book 'The Last Ronin' was cancelled by Paramount. The film was set to star Judith Hoag, the original live-action April O'Neil, who expressed hope that the project might be revived. The comic book, created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, tells the story of a future New York City ruled by the Shredder's grandson, with Michelangelo as the sole surviving Ninja Turtle.

Cowabunga! Paramount Going All In on ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ With YouTube Show, Mattel Line — and Even Restaurants

Paramount is launching a new YouTube series, books, and merchandise for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The company also plans to open Ninja Turtle-themed pizzerias in three locations.

Mewgenics Sells Over 150k Copies in First 6 Hours; "This Is Beating Expectations by Quite a Lot"

Mewgenics, the cat-breeding tactics roguelike from the developer of The Binding of Isaac, has achieved remarkable success in its first six hours, selling over 150,000 copies and surpassing internal sales expectations. The game has already recouped its development costs, which took roughly seven years, and is approaching the highest peak concurrent player count of Isaac itself. The critical reception has been positive, with a Metacritic score of 89 and 96% positive user reviews on Steam.

Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Officially Set For Uni’s Next ‘Mummy’ Movie From Radio Silence; Pic Hits Theaters Early Summer 2028

Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are set to return for the next installment of Universal's The Mummy franchise, with the film scheduled for release on May 19, 2028. The movie, directed by Radio Silence and written by David Coggeshall, will reunite the stars with the series, with Sean Daniel returning as producer.

Earth’s core may contain as much as 45 oceans’ worth of hydrogen, scientists find

A new study published in Nature Communications estimates that Earth’s core may contain as much as 45 oceans’ worth of hydrogen, suggesting that Earth acquired most of its water during its formation. This finding challenges previous theories that water arrived later through comet impacts. The research, led by Dongyang Huang from Peking University, used advanced techniques to replicate core conditions and estimate hydrogen content.

Directive 8020 - Comply | Pre-Order Trailer

Directive 8020 is a new cinematic sci-fi horror adventure game from the creators of Until Dawn and The Quarry, set to release on May 12, 2026. Pre-ordering on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and soon on Steam will grant players a free Digital Deluxe upgrade. The game promises intense survival gameplay with meaningful choices and a branching storyline.

[Stein] Unidentified local investors express interest in partnering with Mark Cuban to try to buy back the Dallas Mavericks

An unidentified Dallas investor group is interested in partnering with Mark Cuban to buy the Mavericks back from Patrick Dumont. A source close to Dumont told Marc Stein “the family remains excited about the future of the franchise and the Cooper Flagg era.”

‘God of War’ Live-Action Series Casts Callum Vinson as Atreus

Amazon Prime Video's 'God of War' series has cast Callum Vinson as Atreus, the ten-year-old son of Kratos, who embarks on a journey with his father to spread the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye. The series, based on the two most recent games, will explore their adventures as Kratos teaches Atreus to be a better god and Atreus teaches his father to be a better human.

Monster Hunter Wilds 1st Anniversary Message | Ver.1041 update

This video message from Monster Hunter Wilds Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto announces the Ver.1041 update, featuring the Arch-Tempered Arkveld, a 10-star monster, and special anniversary events. The update includes a design contest, new weapons, pendants, and event quests. Although major content updates are concluding, a significant expansion is in development, with the first reveal planned for summer.

Blizzard reportedly partnering with Arc Raiders owner Nexon to revive StarCraft as a shooter

Blizzard is reportedly partnering with Nexon to revive the StarCraft franchise as a shooter, following previous attempts and a history of collaboration with other gaming companies.

New details on Xbox's next-gen console(s) — and Microsoft's most ambitious gaming plans ever

Windows Central reports on the next-gen Xbox, targeting a 2027 launch, with a Windows 11 gaming PC-like interface, backward compatibility, and a variety of hardware options from Microsoft and partners.

‘Stray Kids’ Strut To No. 1 At Global Box Office With $19M+; ‘Zootopia 2’ Roars To $1.8B WW; ‘The Housemaid’ Vacuums Up $350M+ WW To Date

Stray Kids' concert movie 'The dominATE Experience' leads the global box office with $19.1M, followed by 'Zootopia 2' with $16.8M globally and 'The Housemaid' with $16.5M globally.

Cartoon Network - "Parking Lot" (1999)

DGA Awards 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ Director Paul Thomas Anderson Wins Top Prize; ‘The Pitt,’ ‘The Studio’ Lead TV (Full Winners List)

The 78th DGA Awards saw Paul Thomas Anderson win the top prize for his film 'One Battle After Another'. On the TV side, 'The Pitt' won the top dramatic series prize, while Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg won for their 'The Studio' episode. The event highlighted a historic milestone for representation, with a majority of nominees in the top category hailing from underrepresented communities.

‘Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?’ Officially Confirms Season 6

Crunchyroll's popular action fantasy anime, DanMachi (Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?), has officially confirmed the production of Season 6 as part of its 10th-anniversary celebration. The upcoming season will be based on Volume 21 of the light novel by Fujino Ōmori and Suzuhito Yasuda. Despite facing production challenges during the initial run of Season 5, the anime staff's dedication to the series and the original creator's work has kept the motivation high.

Toyota Developing A Console-Grade, Open-Source Game Engine - Using Flutter & Dart

Toyota's Toyota Connected North America unit is developing a console-grade open-source game engine called Fluorite. The engine is built around the Flutter toolkit and the Dart programming language.

The Iberian Lynx’s Remarkable Recovery Story | WILD HOPE

This video tells the story of the Iberian lynx's recovery from near extinction, led by biologist Rodrigo Serra and his team at the Iberian Lynx Captive Breeding Center in Portugal. Starting with fewer than 100 mature wild lynxes in 2009, the team's efforts have resulted in the first mother-cub pair, Flora and Ulan, being released into the wild, symbolizing hope and resilience in conservation.

Washington governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson met with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to discuss the potential return of the Seattle SuperSonics to Seattle, with the NBA considering expansion in 2026.

‘Kingdom Come’ Artist Alex Ross Drawing, Writing New Graphic Novel ‘Marvel Dimensions’

Alex Ross, known for his iconic works 'Marvels' and 'Kingdom Come', is set to release a new graphic novel 'Marvel Dimensions' this fall. Published by Abrams ComicArts in partnership with Marvel Comics, the hardcover book promises a wild ride with a mix of art styles, format changes, and the introduction of up to 200 new characters or variations. Ross, who has been working on the book for the last 18 months, aims to create a unique and expansive experience that delves into the origins of Marvel characters while exploring multiple dimensions. The book is expected to retail for $29.99.

Lord of the Flies: Opening Scene | BBC

Sneak peak of the first four minutes of Jack Thorne's adaptation of Lord of the Flies.

MindsEye Co-CEO Alleges €1 Million+ Was Spent in Sabotaging The Game, Will Pursue Legal Action

MindsEye Co-CEO Mark Gerhard has alleged in an internal meeting that the company has caught those who sabotaged its game, claiming a €1 million+ campaign orchestrated by a UK-based company, Ritual Network. Gerhard plans to pursue legal action against those involved, including influencers, journalists, and employees of Build a Rocket Boy, for espionage, sabotage, and criminal interference.

‘The Last Of Us’ & ‘Superman’ Star Isabela Merced To Lead Movie Version Of Sega’s Videogame Classic ‘The House Of The Dead’

Isabela Merced, known for her roles in The Last of Us and Superman, will lead the movie adaptation of the Sega video game The House of the Dead. The film, directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, is set to be a franchise starter with a fresh take on the franchise.

J. Cole’s Final Album Is Here: Stream ‘The Fall-Off’ Now

J. Cole's final album, 'The Fall-Off', is a double album that has now been released on streaming services. The album, which consists of 24 tracks, tells the story of Cole's journey from his hometown to New York and back, reflecting on his life and career at different ages.

Announcing Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla’s new co-op action game

This PlayStation blog post announces Horizon Hunters Gathering, Guerrilla’s new co-op action game for PS5 and PC. The game features tactical three-player co-op action, challenging missions, and a rogue-lite perk system. Players can customize Hunters, team up for adventures, and explore various environments. A closed playtest will be available through the PlayStation Beta Program.