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Summary WithSonic the Hedgehog 3hitting theaters this December, there’s already been plenty of speculation on what audiences can expect in this latest entry into theSonic the Hedgehogfilm franchise. What is G.U.N.’s new role going to be since they have been presented asmuch more heroic than their game counterparts? How is Gerald Robotnik still alive, and how will that impact the story? Most importantly, will the film continue the running gag of mentioning Olive Garden, which has gotten a shout-out in the first two movies and theKnucklesseries?...

Summary The second season ofSword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Onlinestarted with a bang. The two episodes that we have seen thus far have been superb. The actions, the humor, the battle royale, the strategy, everything works in harmony to create exciting episodes that will keep you at the edge of your seats from start to finish. So the question now becomes can the showrunnersmaintain this stellar form?Can this series keep producing one superb episode after the next throughout the season?...

Sword of Convallariais a beautiful turn-based strategy game with a brilliant soundtrack, cute pixel art, and a gripping story where decisions can influence the outcome. Featuring a vast range of characters to choose from, the game presents it in a typical gacha fashion. Similar to other gacha games,Sword of Convallariacategorizes its characters by rarity, with higher rarity characters possessing superior stats, skills, and even exclusive abilities. Characters are divided into rare, epic, and legendary tiers....

Summary Isekaiis represented in a variety of ways, but most commonly, it’s a fantasy archetype that involves magic, knights, and demons, which is usually set in a place reminiscent of Medieval Europe. Because of that, many isekai manhwa tend to feel similar even if they begin differently or have different concepts. Science fiction in manhwais mostly seen in gaming stories, presenting technology that most can only dream of, but the genre is represented in other ways too....

Summary Most roguelikes will give players one character from start to finish. For example,Hadesis one of the most popular. It doesn’t have unlockable characters but it does have unlockable weapons which is one thing to help keep players engaged.Hades 2is in early access right now, so conceivably the developers could add a new character or two to that. Getting new characters goes a step beyond a weapon-unlocking mechanic in a roguelike....

Quick Links The first season ofThe First Descendanthas arrived, introducing new content including a revamped dungeon experience. These dungeons are called Invasion Dungeons and feature new enemies, puzzle elements, and grinding them can help you get your hands on the new Descendant, Hailey, alongside other valuable loot. But, in order to unlock these Invasion Dungeons, you first need to complete the seasonal questline. It’s a relatively quick quest chain that not only introduces the new mechanics but also prepares you for the challenges ahead....

Summary The Penguinis as far from most comic book media as one could imagine. It’s a spinoff series fromThe Batman, which takes a lot from the comics while also diverting heavily from the material. Showrunner Lauren LeFranc moved away from the tropes to create something a bit more grounded. This look into Gotham’s underground feels as real and lively as the city has ever felt. Though it is an adaptation,The Penguinpulls from a greater body of source material than most comic book shows....

Summary The growing concerns about lost anime have been a topic we have covered on this sitemultiple times. Contrary to what some may believe though, not all lost anime is obscure stuff that only aired once and never again. There is an increasing number of anime titles that were very popular for several years that are finding their assets (or entire shows) are winding up lost or outright destroyed. This is also the case with this classic anime, which, despite its popularity, had a rough American release, which has resulted in a mystery of what exactly happened to its dub....

Summary Shonen Jump has beena titan in the manga world for decades, but its latest venture might just be the most exciting one yet for fans looking to explore something new. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Shonen Jump+ app, the company is set to launchOne-Shot Discovery, a website showcasing over 2,000 one-shots—short, self-contained manga stories—available for fans to dive into. This new platform could easily become a hidden gem for manga readers everywhere....

Quick Links Throne and Libertyis the newest free-to-play MMORPG, featuring a content-packed open world for players to explore to their hearts' content. To make exploration as seamless as possible,Throne and Libertyintroduces a unique takeon the traditional questing system, automatically giving players tasks known as Exploration Codexes as they enter a new area, instantly rewarding players once their objectives are completed. Exploration Codexes offer all sorts of rewards, from the traditional experience, currency, and gear rewards, to exclusive cosmetic items, includingnew shapeshifting forms known as Morphs....

Whether football fans have been watchingthe Kansas City Chiefs tight endfor years or people who love Taylor Swift have learned more about him, there is no doubt that Travis Kelce has been in the spotlight since beginning this famous relationship. While Kelce’s sports career is ongoing and impressive, he has recently been in the news thanks tohis starring role onRyan Murphy’s latest horror series,Grotesquerie. While Murphy’s work has touched on creepy events in small towns,Grotesquerietruly leans into this beloved and classic horror setting and seesDetective Lois Tyron (Niecy Nash) investigating murders....

Summary Ubisoft is lowering the price of the Collector’s Edition ofAssassin’s Creed Shadowsto $230. The new pricing reflects the recently revised content model thatAssassin’s Creed Shadowswill adopt. Back when Ubisoft revealed its feudal Japan-era ARPG in May 2024, it said that the game would come with a season pass, as well as three days' worth of early access. Both were part of the higher-tiereditions ofAssassin’s Creed Shadows. But much has changed since then, with Ubisoft scrapping the season pass and early access ideas in September 2024, when it alsotreatedAssassin’s Creed Shadowsto a lengthy delay....

Quick Links After beatingMetaphor ReFantazioand watching the curtain fall on an80+ hour-long story, players might be wondering what to do next. Reaching the finish line for this game is no easy task, as you have completed various side quests, taken down towering enemies, and finally brought peace to the land of Euchronia. However, the job of our protagonist isn’t done as there might still be a lot of loose ends that need to be tied up, as well as new content to explore....