Pokémon Reveals New 'Holiday Helper' Pikachu Plushies Coming Soon to U.S.

Pokémon has announced a festive 'Holiday Helper' plush collection featuring Pikachu and Clodsire, including items like a Christmas tree-themed Pikachu and a sledding Pikachu. While the Japanese release date is set for October 24th, North American fans are advised that the U.S. availability is coming soon via the Pokémon Center.

True Detective Season 5 Confirms Antonio Banderas and Nicolas Cage as Its Leads

True Detective Season 5 has confirmed Antonio Banderas and Nicolas Cage as its leads. The next season, which will be served by showrunner Issa López, is expected to begin production in 2027 and take place in Jamaica Bay, New York.

PlayStation 6 Will Likely Have Sony's Own Take on Frame Generation, According to Latest Patent

Sony has filed a new patent for the PlayStation 6 detailing an advanced form of frame generation. This technology aims to improve upon existing methods by incorporating input data directly from the player's controller to more accurately predict movement and reduce latency, while also potentially supporting multi-frame generation.

Ghost of Yotei Sales Lagging Behind Tsushima but Are Still Strong on PS5, Analyst Estimates Show

Red Rising Greenlit for Movie Adaptation With Author Pierce Brown to Produce

Pierce Brown's popular sci-fi book series, Red Rising, has been greenlit for a movie adaptation by Paramount Pictures. The film will be directed by Hunger Games alum Francis Lawrence, with Pierce Brown himself serving as a producer and Justin Rhodes writing the script.

Dragon Ball’s Goku Voice Actor ‘Furious’ Over AI Videos Using Her Voice Without Permission

Dragon Ball's Goku voice actor, Masako Nozawa, has strongly criticized the unauthorized use of her voice by AI, calling it 'theft.' The article details how this concern is leading to new industry guidelines and landmark legal protections in Japan to safeguard voice actors' rights.

James Gunn Shoots Down Milly Alcock Supergirl Rumors, Shares Man of Tomorrow Update

James Gunn addressed fan speculation by confirming that Milly Alcock is still involved in the DCU for Supergirl and Man of Tomorrow. He also debunked rumors about poor reviews for Man of Tomorrow while sharing an update that he will be showing Peter Safran an early director's cut soon.

Super Smash Bros. Player Mew2King Banned From Tournament After Bug Bites Spark Health Concerns

Professional Super Smash Bros. player Mew2King was banned from the Xtreme Fighters Showdown tournament after posting photos online detailing severe skin conditions and alleged bug bites. The event organizers issued a statement citing his self-reported health concerns as a priority for attendee safety.

‘There Should be a Game Award for Hot Dads’ — Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Devs Are Fully Aware and Loving the ‘Horny’ Fanart for Their Game

The developers of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse openly admitted that they anticipated and even encouraged the 'horny' fanart surrounding the characters. They revealed that making the cast attractive was an intentional design choice, which contributed to the game's positive reception.

Shrek 2 Remaster Details Leak, Bringing Back the Swamp Legend

A remastered version of Shrek 2 is rumored to be coming soon, featuring enhanced graphics and new modes. The news taps into a massive wave of franchise popularity.

Rep. Torres Advocates for Changes to LIHTC Risk Weighting

Representative Ritchie Torres sent a letter requesting that federal banking regulators reduce the risk weight assigned to Low-Income Housing Tax Credit investments from 100% to 20%.

Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Early Access Is Live For Pre-Order Players

The epic narrative of Modern Warfare 4 is available through early access for those who pre-order or pre-purchase the game. Players can experience sixteen missions set across global locations before th

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Shares More Details on Project Helix 'Family of Devices'

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that Microsoft's next-generation gaming initiative, Project Helix, will be a 'family of devices' rather than a single console. This lineup is expected to include core consoles, handheld PCs, and potentially branded laptops, with success depending heavily on improving the user experience across Windows 11/12.

The Mummy 4 Now Officially Titled The Mummy: Book of the Dead

Universal Pictures has officially titled the next installment in the franchise as The Mummy: Book of the Dead, confirming a release date of October 15, 2027. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are returning to star, with speculation mounting that Imhotep will make a comeback, utilizing the ancient power of the Book of the Dead.

The Fourth Wing TV Series Has Reportedly Found Its Xaden and Violet

Prime Video's adaptation of Rebecca Yarros's bestselling romantasy series, Fourth Wing, has announced its lead cast: Esther McGregor as Violet Sorrengail and Emilio Sakraya as Xaden Riorson. The casting is highly anticipated, as the relationship between these two characters is central to the story.