Star Trek’s Biggest Plot Hole Isn’t Time Travel, It’s The Prime Directive

Summary In the vast universe ofStar Trek, time travel gets a lot of attention for its paradoxes and brain-twisting logic. But there’s an even bigger inconsistency hiding in plain sight: thePrime Directive. This supposedly ironclad rule is meant to prevent Starfleet from interfering with developing civilizations — but time and time again, we’ve seen it ignored, bent, or outright broken whenever it suits the story. Despite being one of the most well-known rules inStar Trek, the Prime Directive has functioned more as a flexible plot device than a steadfast law....

June 29, 2025 · 5 min · 872 words · Jason Thomas MD

Studio BONES' First Original TV Anime Streams Outside of Japan For the First Time

Summary Quick Links Crunchyrollhas announced the acquisition of a very rare and unique anime title.Hiwou War Chronicles, also known asClockwork Fighters Hiwou’s War, the very first TV anime produced by legendary anime studio, BONES, is streaming officially outside of Japan for the very first time. The series was released in celebration of the studio’s 25th anniversary, and follows the screening of theBONES 25: DREAMING FORWARDdocumentary at the 3rd Niigata International Animation Film Festival 2025, a six-day event held from March 15 to 20 and hosted in the Chūbu region (central Japan)....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 447 words · Sarah Johnson

Teardown Adding Major New Feature

Summary Tuxedo Labs has announced that its gameTeardownis set to add multiplayer support in the future.Teardownwas released back in 2022, bringing with it a number of heists set in a fully destructible voxel-based world. Since its launch,Teardownhas received a variety of updates, adding new maps, characters, and a creative mode. All of these updates have added new content for fans to useTeardown’s extensive destructive toolsin a number of different ways. Updates forTeardownhave been both paid and free, with the most recent free addition introducing a variety of characters to play as....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Michelle Christensen

The Elder Scrolls 6 Needs to Feature a Matched Set of Atronachs

A big part ofThe Elder Scrollsexperience is defeating all sorts of enemies, from the run-of-the-mill wild wolves to Daedric horrors beyond a Dragonborn’s comprehension. One of the more interesting encounters is the Atronach, a Daedra whose power revolves around a single element. There areseveral variations of the Atronach, which are not limited to the four classical elements of fire, air, water, and earth. While many of these forms appear inSkyrim, some have been left out which should definitely appear inThe Elder Scrolls 6....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 585 words · Shawn Green

The Last of Us Part 3 Could Be Repeating a Big Ghost of Yotei Change

The Last of Us Part 3is back in the spotlight after a new leak has some major implications for the franchise, as it’s claiming a protagonist shake-up. Industry insider Daniel Richtman claimed on his Patreon that casting forThe Last of Us Part 3has begun. That’s intriguing enough, but the most shocking claim of all is that the story won’t revolve around Ellie this time. Based on recentcomments from creator Neil Druckmann, hope forThe Last of Us Part 3had all but vanished, as he made it seem as though the story was over; at least in gaming....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 687 words · Dawn Owen

The Marshal King: The Intense New Manga Western By the Artist of Dr. Stone

Summary Quick Links By now, the name of the South Korean mangaka, Boichi, is familiar to a large segment of the anime community. With a host of original manga projects, collaborations and spin-offs under his belt, Boichi is a seasoned award-winning mangaka who boasts an unmistakable art style that combines hyperrealistic elements with the familiar exaggeration of manga. In his brand-new manga,The Marshal King, Boichi places steampunk elements in an arid, desert environment,the perfect setting for a western....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 844 words · Alicia Holmes

This Fan-Favorite Buffy The Vampire Slayer Character Should Return

Quick Links Summary TheBuffy the Vampire Slayerreboot has already generated plenty of excitement and speculation among longtime fans of the iconic supernatural series. As audiences eagerly await more details about which familiar faces might return, one name stands out as both a plausible and highly popular choice—Oz. Portrayed by Seth Green, Oz was the lovable werewolf who captured fans' hearts with his quiet humor and understated charm. Seth Green himself has expressed openness to reprising his beloved role, making Oz’s return toBuffy the Vampire Slayera tantalizing possibility worth exploring....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 809 words · Alicia Hunter

Vegeta's New Dragon Ball Daima Transformation Name Has Been Revealed And It's Not Super Saiyan 3

Summary Quick Links Dragon Ball Daimais considered by many an homage to Akira Toriyama. The legendary manga artist passed away in 2024, which left the entire world in mourning for weeks. Even now, people around the world talk about the great man and his importance to the industry. Dragon Ball Daima is canon, so fans do not need to argue. Recently,Vegeta used the Super Saiyan 3 transformationin the anime, which was a first for him....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 410 words · Nicole Bell

Wild Robot Fans Sad After Film Loses To Flow At 2025 Oscars

Summary The 2025 Academy Award winners have been revealed. However, many fans expressed disappointment whenThe Wild Robotlost toFlowin the Best Animated Feature category. While the Oscars have been a celebrated event sprinkled with controversy, this time, many felt that one particular film was robbed. Many viewers were expectingThe Wild Robotto take home the Best Animated Feature award, but to their surprise and disappointment,Flow—a wordless animated film directed by Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis—beat it....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 444 words · Whitney Carr

WWE 2K25: How To Chain Wrestle

Quick Links TheWWE 2Kseries has consistently improved with each new installment sinceWWE 2K22. The presentation is exceptional, and the gameplay is accessible. Additionally, a highly anticipated feature has made a comeback inWWE2K25: the chain wrestling mechanic, which was last seen inWWE 2K19. The return of this mechanic is great news for fans of traditional technical wrestling and adds another layer ofdepth and immersion. Like the trading blows feature inWWE 2K24,chain wrestling triggers a mini-game where the wrestlers can go back and forth, trading wrestling holds....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Mark Silva

Zenless Zone Zero: Should You Pull For Soldier 0 Anby or Burnice?

Quick Links Soldier 0 Anby has made her entrance in Version 1.6 ofZenless Zone Zeroalongside thereturn of Burnice in her first banner re-run. Soldier 0 Anby has quickly become a popular character in the community, as she is a more powerful version of the regular A-Rank Anby. On the flip side, Burnice is one of the most popular figures in the game thanks to her powerful kit and charismatic personality....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 766 words · Laura Snow

12 Best PS2 Game Stories, Ranked

Summary Following the enormous success of the PlayStation 1, Sony pushed forward with their next-gen successor with a keen eye on the future, as the second iteration of their console would improve on every aspect of the original when it launched on Jul 30, 2025. Thanksto massively improved hardware, developers would be able not just to improve the fidelity of their games, but also the way that narratives were presented....

June 28, 2025 · 9 min · 1826 words · Diane Baldwin

7 Bosses That Are Related In The Dark Souls Trilogy

Summary TheDark Soulstrilogy has a lot to offer players, including formidablereal and gimmick bosses, outstanding and interesting areas, and a ton of weapons and armor sets to use. Throughout the game, players will likely encounter some enemies that look like others, raising the question whether they have some kind of relationship. Many of these enemies are secluded inoptional areas that can be a lot of fun, whereas others, not so much, resulting in players missing the fight against them altogether....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 982 words · Gina Williamson