Star Wars: Dark Forces and How Nightdive Studios Is Restoring Gaming’s Lost Art

Nearly 9 out of 10 video games ever released in the U.S. are unavailable via modern distribution platforms. How did it come to this? It was the Wild West back then, says Stephen Kick, CEO and co-founder of Nightdive Studios. Since then, Nightdive has helped rescue many formerly lost games through remasters, re-releases, and remakes. Its always been about treating video games as art, Kick says. Early on, though, one of the greatest obstacles was indifference....

February 28, 2024 · 2 min · 332 words · Ian Turner

The Best Change in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Isn’t What You Think

A neglected element of the original Avatar series was given new meaning in the Netflix adaptation. This article contains spoilers for NetflixsAvatar: The Last Airbender. Some of these changes were fascinating. The lack of Zuko (Dallas Liu) directly attacking Kyoshi Islandrobbed him of important development. A distraction made up of new recruits, the 41st Division. Zukos outraged at the idea of sacrificing an entire division this way. He implores, Those soldiers love and defend our nation....

February 28, 2024 · 2 min · 348 words · Shawn Floyd

The Crow Reboot: First Photos Reveal a Drastic Updated Look for ’90s Icon

We’ve got a first look at Bill Skarsgard and FKA Twigs in the remake of The Crow. Will the kids love it? Will the olds hate it? If you were a teenager in the 1990s (like me! ), few things mattered to you likeThe Crow.The 1994 film captured goth/grunge cool. Have a look at the first image of Skarsgard as the titular anti-hero… Photo courtesy of Lionsgate The spirit takes the form of a crow, which inspires Dravens persona....

February 28, 2024 · 2 min · 219 words · Kimberly Bell

The Orville Is Actually Much Darker Than You Think

The Orville was never the light-hearted Star Trek spoof it was pitched to be. Mercers reaction to Lt. (The response, that they only urinate once a year, is much more original and funny). But most of that broad comedy turned out to be restricted to the pilot. It was also always much darker than you think. It guest-starsThe Next Generations Marina Sirtis,Voyagers Robert Picardo and Tim Russ, andEnterprises John Billingsley....

February 28, 2024 · 2 min · 303 words · Cynthia Orozco

The Terrible Superhero That Is Somehow Owned by Both DC and Marvel

Well, if thats what you think, then let me introduce you to Axel Asher, aka Access. No universal distinctions needed. Fans wanted to see the real heroes interact, which meant that writers needed to address the universal distinctions. And, of course, fight. For theVersusminiseries, the companies let the fans choose the outcome of the matches. Because these were fan polls, story logic didnt matter. Somehow, that resentment allows Axel to see the Brothers and draws him to the multiversal energy....

February 28, 2024 · 1 min · 154 words · Andrew Ball

Video Game Release Date Schedule 2024: What’s Coming to Nintendo, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

Here are all the big video games coming to consoles, PC, and mobile in 2024… The start of a new year means lots of new games to sink our teeth into. Plus, much more in between onPCandmobile. Den of Geek has put together a release schedule of the biggest games coming out in 2024. From exclusive AAAs to third-party heavy hitters to exciting new indies, theres something for everyone on the calendar....

February 28, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · Paula Morgan

Why 2024’s Best Games Are All “Budget” Titles

The biggest games of 2024 are seemingly smaller titles that are showing the industry better ways to do things. For that matter, theyre all priced below the formerly standard Triple-A MSRP of $60. Hell, it’s possible for you to buybothHelldivers 2andPalworldfor $70 or less. That word often carries a negative connotation that major companies have historically been all too happy to exploit. But lets be honest. Its not just a matter of having the money or not having the money....

February 28, 2024 · 1 min · 178 words · Dana Robinson DVM

Why Is Starship Troopers Still So Misunderstood?

Starship Troopers is about as subtle as a movie about screaming bug killers can be. So why do people keep missing the point? barks Career Drill Sergeant Zim (Clancy Brown). Ebert spoke for most critics, suggesting that any satire thatStarship Troopersachieved happened by accident. Ad content continues below If were being generous, we can understand why so many would make the mistake. But that reading simplifies Heinleins actual position. In 1938, Heinlein ran as a left-wing Democrat for California State Assembly....

February 28, 2024 · 3 min · 466 words · Jacqueline Conrad

How Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Ending Sets Up Season 2

Netflixs Avatar: The Last Airbender hasnt been renewed for another season yet but theyre already setting it up. This article contains spoilers for NetflixsAVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER. He laid out that the comets power was able to be harnessed by Firebenders, amplifying their powers. This gives them the ability to wipe out the Air Nomads. As a Fire Nation soldier taunts, you may have prevailed on another night. But not when we have the power of the comet....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 161 words · Melissa Keller

Missing The White Lotus? Death and Other Details Can Fill the Void

This article contains spoilers for the first two seasons ofThe White Lotus. Both series present an ongoing storyline related to a murder. (I never saw the Tanya McQuoid thing coming and still wear caftans on vacation in memoriam.) Tanyas amazing caftan collection inThe White Lotuswasnt the only fashion trend birthed by the series. In both series, a whodunnit becomes a who wore it for fashion-savvy viewers. The first eight episodes of Death and Other Details are available to stream on Hulu now....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 103 words · Gary Gillespie

PlayStation Layoffs Lead to Cancellation of Long-Awaited Revival

The recent layoffs that rocked PlayStation have led to the cancellation of a much-anticipated project. Sony stunned the gaming industry by announcing that theyhave laid offaround 900 PlayStation employees across various divisions and studios. Then again, the competitive car combat series could theoretically lend itself well to such an online multiplayer experience. Perhaps its destined to become a memory before its time.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 62 words · Zachary Guerrero

The Rare Van Gogh Pokémon Card That Shook the World

Van Gogh isnt a name that most people would associate withPokemon, and rightfully so. Rare and exclusive promotionalPokemoncards are hardly a new wrinkle in the collector community. In essence, all of thesePokemontreasures practically require a Master Ball to obtain. you could find Pikachu With Grey Felt Hat on eBayhere.Visit eBay to find moreincredible collectibles.

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 54 words · Brenda David

The Real History of FX’s Shogun: Fiefs, Anjin, and Taiko Explained

This article contains details from history that could spoil upcoming episodes ofShogun. FXs extravagant miniseriesShogunbrings a very old story to modern audiences. What Shogun Characters Are Real? Leaving behind a wife and children in England, he would never return to live there again. He would enter a second marriage to a Japanese woman and father additional children. Adams died in 1620. He would die in 1616. The first two episodes of Shogun are available to stream on Hulu now....

February 27, 2024 · 1 min · 90 words · Terry Sanders