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New Dungeon Crawler Carl Toys Are Getting Shown Off at NYCC
The Dungeon Crawler Carl franchise is making a major push into physical goods, showcased at NYCC. Highlights include new 'Princess Donut' blind box plushies and action figures, though some merchandise like the tabletop games are still scheduled for future releases.
Smile 2 Star Kyle Gallner Wants to Play V in Paramount’s Cyberpunk 2077 Movie
Actor Kyle Gallner has publicly expressed his desire to play V in Paramount’s upcoming live-action film adaptation of Cyberpunk 2077. While plot details remain under wraps, the news has excited fans who are anticipating more information from CD Projekt Red regarding the highly anticipated movie.
Lucasfilm Reveals Star Wars: Ahsoka Prequel Comic ‘Escape From Thrawn’
Lucasfilm announced a new five-issue comic miniseries, Star Wars: Ahsoka - Escape From Thrawn, at NYCC 2026. The story, created by Dave Filoni, follows Ezra Bridger as he attempts to evade Grand Admiral Thrawn and make his way back to the New Republic.
Resident Evil Requiem Was Originally Planned as an Online Game, Producer Says
The producer of Resident Evil Requiem revealed that the game was initially planned as an online title but scrapped that direction to focus purely on horror. He also noted that initial plans involving Leon as the sole protagonist were changed because they felt it would detract from the intended scary atmosphere.
Ben Affleck Says He Gets Into Arguments With Kids in Fortnite, His New Movie Took Inspiration from Game’s Skins
Ben Affleck discussed getting into arguments with kids during Fortnite voice chats and revealed that costumes for his new film, Animals, were inspired by random video game skins. He also shared his passion for gaming, noting his history playing various titles like Madden and Valorant.
Street Fighter 6 Producer Reveals How He Helped Save Capcom’s Iconic Fighting Game Franchise From ‘Dying’
Producer Shuhei Matsumoto revealed that the *Street Fighter* franchise was facing potential collapse due to an aging player base after the struggles of *SFV*. He explained that the successful revival with *Street Fighter 6* required treating the game as a fresh start, focusing on approachable features like Modern controls to attract a new generation.
Jay and Silent Bob’s Joint Venture Trailer and Game Details Revealed for Weed Farming Sim
Nitrate Games revealed Jay and Silent Bob's Joint Venture at NYCC 2026, a farming simulation game where players build a weed farm. The title promises a raunchy spin on the genre while serving as a continuation of Kevin Smith’s View Askewniverse, with an expected release in late Spring 2027.
Details on Gameplay Mechanics from Grand Theft Auto 6 Development
Development insights reveal that GTA 6 offers a highly interactive world centered around Jason and Lucia, featuring advanced NPC technology and deeply customizable safehouses.
Hellraiser: Revival Delves into Gory Horror with Unique Superpowers
A deep dive into Hellraiser: Revival, examining its disturbing premise, solid combat mechanics, and innovative Genesis Configuration system.
ARC Raiders Rolls Out Massive 'Frozen Trail' 2.0 Update with Skill Tree Overhaul
The highly anticipated Frozen Trail 2.0 update brings significant mechanical changes to ARC Raiders, including a revamped Skill Tree, new Reward Points progression system, and cosmetic Stencils.
It Turns Out That It’s Pretty Easy to Get PlayStation 5 Games to Run on PC
And thanks to rapid advancements in emulator tech, PS5 titles are becoming increasingly playable on virtually any PC.
New Footage Details Emergence of Grand Theft Auto VI Gameplay
A new leak video provides fans with a detailed look at GTA 6 mechanics, including first-person views, vehicle customization, and highly anticipated (and NSFW) character footage.
McDonald's Monopoly returns with $1M prize, new digital gameplay
McDonald's Monopoly promotion returns Oct. 6 with prizes including $1 million, Jeep Cherokees, vacations, free food and rewards points.
Overwatch Season 5 Kicks Off with New Hero, Epic Map, and Shadow Monarch Collab
Season 5 launches October 6th, bringing the Support hero Doctrine, the volatile map Grímsvötn, a 'Mystery Madness' mode, and an exciting Overwatch x Shadow Monarch anime crossover.
PS5 Pro Shortage Drives Up Prices for New and Used Consoles
The PS5 Pro faces a severe shortage, leading retailers to significantly inflate prices on both new units and refurbished models, making console ownership difficult for dedicated gamers.