How Forspoken Takes Cues From Stranger of Paradise, Soulslike Games

The combat players have seen in theForspokendemo so far has shown that the game might be less of a generic JRPG and might instead fit into a niche that publisher Square Enix has recently been trying to break into. That is to say that Luminous Productions could be slipping a Soulslike under the radar, in the vein of thestill updatingStranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Originsfrom developer Team Ninja. WhileForspokenhasn’t currently been marketed as a Soulslike, nor is the game’s difficulty looking to bar progress for players who don’t master its combat, the basics of theSoulsborneseries are there....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 973 words · Thomas Brown

It's a Shame Dragon Ball Is On Hiatus Because the Anime Hasn't Been This Good Since Dragon Ball Z

With no clue as to when newDragon Ballcontent will resume releasing, it’s a rough time to be a fan of Goku and friends. However, the franchise left off on this hiatus at a peak, as recent content has been of exceptionally high quality. Dragon Ballhas been in a weird placesince Akira Toriyama’s death in 2024, which sent theDragon Ball Supermanga onto indefinite hiatus and cast a dark cloud over the then-upcoming release ofDragon Ball Daima, the last project Toriyama worked on for the series....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 940 words · Brooke Shepherd

I’m Convinced The MCU Just Teased Exactly Which Hero Has The Best Chance Of Working Out How To Defeat Doctor Doom

With Doctor Doom about to land in theMarvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), there are very few characters who could challenge him, butIronheart’s trailer may have hinted at an unexpected key player in the upcoming fight. The MCU set up a major threat to the entire universe throughout the Infinity Saga when they introduced Thanos. Over the course of several movies, the Mad Titan’s arrival was teased, until he finally landed on Earth to collect the last of the Infinity Stones....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 785 words · Christina Snow

Jason Statham's 10 Best Movies, Ranked (#1 & 2 Are So Close)

Jason Statham’s best movies highlight his career from a little-known British actor to one of thebiggest action movie stars in Hollywood. Following stints as a professional diver and a model, Statham’s acting career began with his firstcollaboration with Guy Ritchie. From there, Statham’s compelling screen persona was undeniable, sending him on a path to stardom. Statham has carved out a place for himself with his crowd-pleasing action movies, including recent hits likeA Working ManandThe Beekeeper....

July 3, 2025 · 10 min · 1966 words · Anthony Lopez

John Wick 5 Can Fix An Increasingly Obvious Problem With Keanu Reeves' Sequels

One of the most iconic action franchises of the last few years has been officially confirmed to continue withJohn Wick 5, continuing the story of the legendary assassin, even after his apparent death at theend ofJohn Wick 4. Lionsgate has confirmed that director Chad Stahelski and star Keanu Reeves are set to return, but very little information has been revealed about the film itself. However, the film’s confirmation meansthe franchise has a chance to bring the series back to the way it was with the originalJohn Wick....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 793 words · Brian Gordon

Journey to the Savage Planet Now on Steam At Discounted Price

For its one-year anniversary,Journey to the Savage Planetwas brought to Steam with a discount after its exclusivity withEpic Games Storeended. Journey to the SavagePlanetwas developed by Typhoon Studios, a studio founded by a group offormer Ubisoft employees who worked on games likeFar Cry 4andAssassin’s Creed 3.Savage Planetwas Typhoon’s first project, which opened to generally positive reviews among critics. While it released for PS4 and Xbox One as well, in terms of its PC version, it was an Epic Games Store exclusive....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 273 words · Eugene Craig

Let's Cut The Wheel Of Time Some Slack's TV Series

Amazon’sThe Wheel of Timewas a divisive TV show, but there are some positive takeaways that are hard to deny. Since the adaptation of Robert Jordan’s prolificWheel of Timebookspremiered on the streamer,fans of the books have seemingly been split down the line, with some loving it and others consistently calling for its cancellation, claiming it to be a disgrace to the late great author’s memory. The TV series obviously had its flaws, but there are some silver linings worth examining now that it’s gone for good....

July 3, 2025 · 7 min · 1303 words · Elizabeth Powers

Logitech's New MX Mice and Keyboards Look Great

If there’s one brand that comes off the top of our heads when we think about PC peripherals, it’s definitely Logitech. The company’skeyboardsandmicehave been at the top of everyone’s desk for years. Now, the company has a few new ones it wants you to check out. First off, we should check out the mouse. TheLogitech MX Anywhere 3S(pictured above) is one of Logitech’s best simple, compact options to date, and looking at it, we can clearly see why....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 340 words · Brian Barnes

Love Island USA Fans Call For This Islander To Leave The Villa After Revealing Their True Colors

Love Island USAseason 7 has been polarizing for fans, andmany are looking for one Islander to be booted from the villa after their recent icy performance. While some of the Islanders became more interesting after the split for Casa Amor week, others dulled down.Love Island USAseason 7’sviewers have been waiting for the big recoupling before making their judgments. While Casa Amor week has finally come to an end,Love Island USA’s drama is only just getting started....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 626 words · Mitchell Johnson

Mindhunter's Canceled Story Plan Reveals The Perfect Way To Bring It Back (& It's Not With Season 3)

Netflix’sMindhunteris one ofthe most frustrating TV cancellations in recent years, and while season 3 looks unlikely to happen, there is another option for reviving the show.Mindhunteris a very unusual crime procedural drama, as it focuses on a different aspect of the criminal investigation process than most other shows. Many ofTV’s best crime procedural showstend to center on forensics, profiling, and catching a different criminal every episode. On the other hand,Mindhunteris about the creation of the field of criminal profiling, with many disturbing scenes and comparatively little violence....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 582 words · Kevin Mcknight

Mizkif's Reverse Subathon Hits Snag After Rihanna Music Video

Due to their live nature, all kinds of things can, and often do, go wrong during Twitch streams. Sometimes this leads to delightful incidents, such as the timeSnoop Dog rage quitMadden NFLand accidentally left the broadcast on for hours, and sometimes it leads to the streamer having the broadcast removed, as is the case with Mizkif’s recent kerfuffle involving a Rihanna music video. RELATED:Twitch Streamer’s Funny Reaction to Classic Lion King Game Goes Viral...

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · Zachary Deleon

Netflix's Canceled Sci-Fi Western Should Have Been Huge, But One Detail Set It Up To Fail

Netflix’s live-action adaptation ofCowboy Bebopshould’ve been a big hit, but the original anime is so iconic and masterfully crafted that it set up the remake to fail. Ever since Netflix threw its hat in the ring and got into the original programming game, it’s become renowned as a home of prestige television. Critically acclaimed gems likeHouse of Cards,Mindhunter, andOrange is the New Blackput the streamer on the map as a premium network on par with HBO or Showtime....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 831 words · Kevin Hunt

New Shonen Jump Mega-Hit Anime Admits The Surprising Reason Behind Its Explosive Popularity

Shōnen anime fans are no strangers to high-octane action, butKaiju No. 8is making waves for reasons far beyond monster fights and military firepower. During Anime Expo 2025, lead voice actor Nazeeh Tarsha shed light on what truly sets this hit series apart, and it is not just the explosive visuals. According to Tarsha, the show’s breakout success stems from its surprisingly deep characters and grounded emotional core.WhileKaiju No. 8is full of city-leveling kaiju battles, it is the human moments that are really resonating with audiences....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 386 words · Cassandra Austin