Summary Perhaps one of the greatest strengths of science fiction and, more specifically, space operas, is the sense of discovery and spirit of adventure that comes with the territory. Venturing across the stars and discovering new worlds, new locations and lifeforms;spacefaring can be a particularly awe-inspiring activity, especially in video games. Fans of exploration, space combat, heightened drama, and high concepts will more than likely enjoy these titles. Be it the deep world-building ofMass Effector the thematic space battles ofCobalt Core, there’s something here for everyone....

Summary TheXenoseries created by Monolith Soft stands out by exploring deep themes in intricate plots, always set infuture worlds with science fiction elements. Defined by philosophical themes and unique battles, this saga earned recognition for balancing complex stories with gameplay systems that reward thorough exploration across vast landscapes. Over time, the franchise gained different forms, adopting names likeXenogears,Xenosaga, andXenoblade, even as it shifted certain mechanics and settings. The best Xeno games keep the franchise’s core intact, featuring memorable characters, layered plots, and battles that highlight the special traits of this world, always delivering distinct and engaging experiences....

Summary Bosch: Legacy’s upcoming third season is the final one after Amazon canceled it over six months ago. However, Titus Welliver isn’t ready for Harry Bosch to ride off into the sunset just yet.Welliver has revealed that there is a possibility ofBosch: Legacyreturning in a different format at some point in the future,which is a huge boost for the fans. For over six months now, it’s been known that the creative team behindBosch: Legacywere not prepared for the cancelation of the show, and they had exciting plans for another season....

Summary Call of Dutyhas announced a visual adjustment for the T-800 ultra skin that is supposed to fix its identification issue. Ever since the skin was released with the Terminator Event, fans have been expressing frustration, calling it the “most broken” operator inCall of Duty: Black Ops 6andWarzone. However, it seems that it took the developer nearly three months to notice the issue and attempt to fix it. Shortly after the Terminator Event in February 2025,fans called outCall of Duty’s T-800 skin, labeling it as an obvious pay-to-win item....

Summary A newly sharedCall of Duty: Warzonepromo code grants anyone who uses it a free period of double Weapon XP, together with a themed calling card. This freebie ties into the upcoming return of Verdansk toCall of Duty: Warzone. Verdansk is the map that launched with the original,2020 version ofCall of Duty: Warzone. It was removed from the hit battle royale game in late 2021, when Caldera took its place....

AsDisneylandgears up for its milestone 70th anniversary, the park is going all out, not just with dazzling entertainment, but with delicious new dining experiences to match. Beginning July 18, 2025, theDisneyland Resortwill kick off its yearlong “Celebrate Happy” celebration, honoring seven decades of magic with immersive new shows, returning fan-favorites, and limited-time food offerings that promise to satisfy every Disney-loving foodie. Entertainment-wise, theDisneyland 70th anniversary will debut two new projection shows, one at It’s a Small World in Disneyland Park, and another at Carthay Circle in Disney California Adventure....

AmongDragon Age: Inquisition’scompanions, Blackwall doesn’t seem all that interesting at first blush, and for some, he’s by far not the most likable in the lineup. ToOriginsfans, he will say all the right things recognizable as the well-known Grey Warden clichés of Thedas folklore, but then evade other easy questions players know the answer to, making him seem perhaps not the most highly ranked or experienced Warden, despite his talent with sword and shield....

Dungeons and Dragonshas received a large overhaul over the past year, with the release of the2024 Player’s Handbookand revision of other essential source material. This changed many of the fundamentals of character-building, combat, and role-playing inDungeons and Dragons. Many of these changes were overall well-received by the community, with the rules being streamlined, points of contention being clarified, and barriers of entry being removed to makeDungeons and Dragonsmore accessible. One upcoming class that is getting a big change is theArtificer, which is currently going through player tests inUnearthed Arcana....

Summary WithWednesdayseason 2 and the final seasons ofStranger ThingsandSquid Gamearriving onNetflixin 2025, TV fans have a lot of binge-watching in their future.Squid Gamepremiered in 2021and features a group of characters who have fallen on tough times and who compete in dangerous games so they can hopefully win money. The premise is inherently tragic, as so many players can’t possibly survive, and not everyone can come out on top. AsSquid Gamehas evolved, the story has revolved aroundthe dynamic between Player 456 Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) and the Front Man (Lee Byung-hun)....

Summary The newest teaser trailer fromGenshin Impactis giving fans a first look at one of the new characters coming in Version 5.5, showing off the story behind Varesa. With just a few days left until Version 5.5’s release, HoYoverse has given fans plenty to be excited about from the massively popular open-world RPG’s next update. Version 5.5 will introduce a brand-new area to Natlan withthe Great Volcano of Tollan, alongside multiple new events, new Artifacts, and more....

Summary Game of Throneswas a massive hit on HBO despite its disappointing final stretch on the air, and fans hoping for a more satisfying conclusion to the gritty fantasy epic get another update on the source material from the IP’s progenitor. BeforeGame of Throneswas the best show on TV, the books by George R.R. Martin were already a bestseller and a big deal in the fantasy genre. Praised for eschewing the more fantastical elements of fantasy worlds, Martin crafted a narrative in which no one was safe and anything could go wrong....

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence Release Date 07-06-2025 It’s been over two decades now since Mamoru Oshii directedInnocence, the underrated sequel to 1995’sGhost in the Shell, Oshii’s cult classic based on the manga by Shirow Masamune. Yet despite the years that have passed, recent comments by Oshii and a producer at Production I.G have opened a window through which a third film might be made, albeit with a price tag....

Summary Strategy games are often unique for their complexity, depth, and mechanics-focused approach to design. While this tends to make them more inaccessible than the average game, it often provides players with a rewarding loop that offers long-lasting value. As a result of this focus on systems and mechanics, strategy games are often left with broad design spaces. With so many directions to take a specific system, and the myriad of sub-genres to apply these systems to, strategy games often leave plenty of opportunity on the cutting room floor....