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Best Buy Announces Midnight Opening for Ocarina of Time Launch, Zelda Switch 2 Consoles Also Up for Grabs
Best Buy has announced it will host midnight opening events for the highly anticipated launch of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on November 5th. The event will also feature limited-edition Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 consoles and controllers.
Bill Murray Is a Ghostbuster Once Again... in a Car Ad
Bill Murray has returned to his role as Dr. Peter Venkman for a Rivian car advertisement, which features the R1S SUV styled as an 'Ecto-R1.' The ad promotes a new Ghostbusters Halloween software update that adds themed UI elements and fun interactive modes for Rivian owners.
Magic: The Gathering at NYCC Live Blog – Get Ready For Darkhold Destiny
Wizards of the Coast has revealed details about 'Darkhold Destiny,' a new Universes Beyond Marvel set for Magic: The Gathering. While specific card mechanics are unknown, early art suggests it is an original and aesthetically fitting take on Marvel that surpasses previous crossover sets like Spider-Man.
Konami Planning 'Second and Third Waves' of New Silent Hill Games
According to producer Motoi Okamoto, Konami plans for 'second and third waves' of new Silent Hill games following the successful initial wave. This announcement signals a promising future for the franchise after years of development drought.
Gears of War: E-Day Estimated Sales Reach Just 230,000 in First Week, Analyst Says
An analyst reported that Gears of War: E-Day reached an estimated 230,000 copies sold in its first week. The low Xbox sales figures suggest that Microsoft's Game Pass subscription service is significantly influencing consumer behavior, making outright premium purchases less appealing to players and impacting revenue.
A Street Fighter Movie Sequel Is Already Being Written, but There’s a Catch
Director Kitao Sakurai confirmed that while groundwork is being laid for a Street Fighter movie sequel featuring Ryu and Ken, its production hinges entirely on the commercial success and fan support of the first film. The article also notes that fans are eagerly anticipating the inclusion of characters like Sagat in any potential follow-up.
The Street Fighter 2 Bonus Stage Car Is Real and You Can Win It
General Insurance is collaborating with Capcom to recreate the iconic destructible Lexus LS 400 from Street Fighter II's bonus stage. Fans can enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win the physical car and over $25,000 in gas money.
Marvel Comics Reveals New Captain Marvel Series and Daredevil #700
Marvel Comics announced several major projects at NYCC, including a new Captain Marvel series written by G. Willow Wilson detailing Carol Danvers' struggle after Avengers: Armageddon. They also revealed that Daredevil will reach its milestone 700th issue and teased updates for the X-Men universe with "Soul Deep" and the miniseries "Regulators."
The Oregon Coast Aquarium Has Now Named Multiple Octopuses After Dungeon Crawler Carl Characters
The Oregon Coast Aquarium has named its newest giant Pacific Octopus 'Juicebox,' after a character from the popular LitRPG series Dungeon Crawler Carl. This naming trend highlights the growing cultural influence of the franchise, which also recently saw an octopus named Anakin added to the collection.
Blumhouse Partners With MatPat to Make Amanda the Adventurer Movie, Confirms More Indie Horror Game Adaptations Are Coming
Blumhouse Productions has partnered with YouTuber MatPat Patrick to develop movies based on viral indie horror games, with Amanda the Adventurer being the first project. This announcement at NYCC 2026 signals a growing trend of major studios adapting popular online and indie horror content.
Rockstar Traveled Across Florida With Gang Members and Cops for GTA 6 Research
Rockstar Games conducted extensive research trips across Florida for GTA 6, including Miami and the Everglades. These immersive experiences allowed the developers to capture the 'extremes' of modern life—from incredible wealth to deep poverty—to build a believable and satirical virtual world.
Resident Evil Requiem Writer Teases DLC Plans, Immediately Says He Probably Shouldn't Have
Screenwriter Haris Orkin revealed at Meadowlark Comic Con that the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem DLC will focus heavily on developing Oswell E. Spencer, exploring his shift from villain to regretful figure. He also discussed creating Grace, an FBI analyst with unique character traits, for the game's narrative.
Marvel Announces New Spy TV Series Zodiac, Coming in 2028
Marvel Studios is launching a new spy TV series titled Zodiac, set to premiere on Disney+ in 2028. The show is rumored to center around SHIELD and may follow events after Avengers: Secret Wars.
Forza Horizon 6’s Community Is Fed Up With Playground Games, and the Studio Has Finally Responded
The Forza Horizon 6 community expressed deep frustration over Playground Games' lack of communication and missing social features, despite the game receiving high praise upon release. Although the studio finally responded acknowledging the feedback, players remain concerned about the game's long-term replayability without significant updates or feature additions like voice chat.
Deadpool and She-Hulk Are Coming to X-Men ‘97 Season 3
Marvel revealed in teasers from NYCC and SDCC that Deadpool and She-Hulk are joining X-Men '97 Season 3, appearing at Rogue and Gambit's wedding. The season will also feature the Brotherhood of Mutants, led by Mystique, following Magneto's death.