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First a survival game. Now a card game. Is an anime next for Palworld?
Palworld, the multiplayer survival game likened to “Pokémon with guns,” has become one of the most successful titles of the past decade, having drawn over 40 million players since its 2024 debut and now selling over 3.5 million pre-order packs for its new collectible card game. With Pocketpair’s franchise expanding beyond video games, speculation is…
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GTA 6’s Jason may be the series’ best character yet, if his clothes are anything to go by
A Polygon opinion piece argues that Jason Duval, one of two protagonists in the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6, could be the best-dressed lead character the series has produced, based on outfits shown when Rockstar opened pre-orders and revealed clothing options. The writer contrasts this with previous GTA protagonists, who were typically dressed in scruffy,…
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Creed and Limp Bizkit Seemingly Bury the Hatchet for Summer of ’99 Fest: Photos + Video
Creed and Limp Bizkit, once bitter rivals, appeared to put their long-running feud behind them by co-headlining Creed’s Summer of ’99 and Beyond festival at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, Illinois. The two-day event marked a notable moment of reconciliation between bands that traded public jabs in the early 2000s, with both…
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PS5’s New Commercial Goes All-In on Marvel
Sony has released a new PS5 commercial that heavily emphasises its growing partnership with Marvel, showcasing console exclusives Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Marvel’s Wolverine and Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls, alongside clips of Marvel Rivals, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and Marvel Cosmic Invasion. The advert underlines how central licensed Marvel titles have become to PlayStation’s exclusive…
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3 David Bowie Songs That Were Written for His Real Muses
This piece highlights how David Bowie’s romantic relationships directly shaped some of his best-known early songs, drawing on quotes from the singer and those close to him. It underlines the extent to which real-life muses, notably dancer Hermione Farthingale and his first wife Angela Bowie, inspired specific tracks rather than purely abstract or fictional themes.…
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Hasbro Is Betting On Fewer, Bigger Video Games After $56 Million Write-Down
Hasbro has cancelled several video games planned for 2028 and beyond and taken a $56 million non-cash write-down on related development costs. The move signals a narrower digital strategy, concentrating investment on fewer projects where the company believes it has the strongest commercial advantage. The company will prioritise trading card and role-playing games, its own…
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Bill Maher recounts Larry David falling out, celebrity backlash after Trump White House dinner
Comedian Bill Maher discussed the fallout from a 2025 White House dinner with President Donald Trump during an appearance on ABC’s “This Week,” revealing that his friend Larry David remains angry with him over the visit. Maher’s decision to dine with Trump, and his later acceptance of the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize, sparked criticism…
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Watch the Jonas Brothers Stir Up Competition (& Romance!) Between Campers in ‘Camp Rock 3’ Trailer
The Jonas Brothers have unveiled the first full trailer for “Camp Rock 3”, a follow-up to their popular Disney Channel films, which sees Joe, Nick and Kevin return to Camp Rock not as counsellors but as members of the band Connect 3 searching for a new opening act. The release marks a significant nostalgia play…
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day director says there’s a “very real reason” for keeping Sadie Sink’s character a secret: “And I don’t think you’ll get mad at it”
The director of Spider-Man: Brand New Day has addressed ongoing speculation about which character Sadie Sink is playing in the upcoming Marvel film, confirming that her role is being deliberately withheld from audiences. He stated there is a “very real reason” behind the secrecy, suggesting the decision is tied to the story rather than simple…
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Spotify Furthers Video Integration With Global Music Video Charts, Full-Length Uploads
Spotify has announced a set of new video features, including a global Music Video Charts ranking, expanded full-length video uploads for artists, and a pitching tool to get videos considered for the platform’s editorial playlists. The move, revealed on 21 July, reflects Spotify’s push to deepen video integration after internal research found watching an official…