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Forget Barbie, Zootopia 2 Cast Pulls Genius Marketing Stunt That Is Winning Fans’ Hearts: “Thats so cool”
Forget Barbie, Zootopia 2 Cast Pulls Genius Marketing Stunt That Is Winning Fans’ Hearts: “Thats so cool” In an awesome movie to promote Disney’s highly anticipated movie, Officer Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and Flash took to the streets of LA to promote Zootopia 2. Driving around in their cute cars, the three characters were seen strolling through Los Angeles with a van promoting Zootopia 2. Check out the video below: ‘ZOOTOPIA 2’ […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Scream 7 Trailer Sparks Outrage: Why Some Fans Are Threatening to Skip Courteney Cox’s Movie
Scream 7 Trailer Sparks Outrage: Why Some Fans Are Threatening to Skip Courteney Cox’s Movie The trailer for Scream 7 has landed, promising the return of familiar faces like Neve Campbell’s Sidney Prescott and Courteney Cox‘s Gale Weathers, but instead of rousing excitement, it has triggered a wave of fan outrage. With Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega not returning as sister survivors, Sam and Tara Carpenter, what was meant to […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Silent Hill 2 Remake on Xbox? New Rating Sparks Hype, Plus Hints of ‘Born From a Wish’ DLC
Silent Hill 2 Remake on Xbox? New Rating Sparks Hype, Plus Hints of ‘Born From a Wish’ DLCLead narrative designer Grzegorz Like gets a little playful when the bonus scenario's potential release is mentioned. "Born from what?"
Nov 2
RPGamer Round-Up: October 26 – November 2
RPGamer Round-Up: October 26 – November 2 Welcome to the latest edition of RPGamer's round-up column, where we look back at some of the articles that we have posted over the intervening period. This article is designed to give reminders of some interesting content and stories that our readers might have missed.       Editorial Content Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Review Square Enix released its remakes for the first two Dragon Quest titles to complete the Erdrick trilogy in HD-2D. Matt Masem reports that the bundle offers a worthwhile return to a pair of games that helped define future RPGs. Cairn: Mathair’s Curse Review Ross McRitchie’s Cairn: Mathair’s Curse brings a Scottish flavour to the RPG sphere. Alex Fullers finds that an interesting story with plenty of heartfelt moments, some zany foes and situations, and a strong soundtrack make for a fun overall experience. Cladun X3 Review Nippon Ichi Software’s Cladun X3 aims to provide a lot of customization to keep its action dungeon-crawling progression interesting. Ryan Costa finds it goes a bit too far with its options and not far enough with its efforts at balancing them. Phantom Brigade 2.0 Interview Brace Yourself Games is bringing a version 2.0 overhaul to Phantom Brigade next month. RPGamer was able to chat with Aaron Gordon and Dakota Bosman-Kennedy about the free update to the mech tactics game.       Major News Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.4 Heads Into the Mist in December The latest Letter from the Producer presentation for MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV revealed Patch 7.4. Set to release mid-December, its contents and features include a likely appearance for an earlier series summon. The Use of Life Fully Releasing in November Playism and Daraneko revealed a full release date for gamebook-style RPG The Use of Life . The game will exit Early Access after two and half years in late November. Farnia Village Undergoing Kickstarter Campaign ManaGames launched a crowdfunding campaign for their upcoming life sim action RPG Farnia Village . The title is being developed for PC by the minds behind Rune Factory 3 and 4 . The Witch’s Bakery Coming to PC, Consoles in 2026 2D adventure sim RPG The Witch’s Bakery is set to open next year. Developer Sunny Lab and publisher Silver Lining Interactive announced that PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions will join the previously-revealed PC and Switch releases. Fuga: Melodies of Steel Trilogy Getting Physical Release As part of its LRG3 event, Limited Run Games announced a physical release for CyberConnect2’s Fuga: Melodies of Steel trilogy. Physical editions of all three games will be available next year. Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II, PS5 Technical Test Announced Gryphline revealed that its Beta Test II for Arknights: Endfield will start at the end of November. The company also announced an upcoming PS5 Technical Test, released new media, and hosted a livestream showcasing new gameplay. Calamity Angels: Special Delivery Arriving in February Idea Factory International announced a new western release date for Calamity Angels: Special Delivery . The turn-based package delivery RPG will release on PlayStation consoles and Switch in February. Of Ash and Steel Slightly Delayed Of Ash and Steel has been delayed by a few weeks. The open-world action RPG is now set to launch on PC in late November. Dark Quest 4 Releasing Next Week Turn-based tactical RPG Dark Quest 4 will launch on PC and consoles next week. The title, inspired by board games, tasks players with defeating an evil sorcerer, and lets them create their own quests.       Other News Co-op Action RPG Triarchy Announced Dark Deity 2 Arriving on PS5, Xbox Series X|S Next Week Path of Exile: Keepers of the Flame Expansion Releasing This Week Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord’s War Sails DLC Gets New November Date Of Blades & Tails Coming to Nintendo Switch Next Month Aeruta Full Release Date Announced Cross Blitz Full Release Set for November Duskpunk Launching Next Month Descent of Lunaris Announced Sigma Star Saga DX PC, Console Release Set for Early 2026 Doki Monsters Quest Coming to Nintendo Switch Cassette Boy Publisher and Release Window Announced Cladun X3 Adds Ys, Trails, Further Collaborations Starfinder: Aetherlight Introduces Preach Media and New Releases Loulan: The Cursed Sand Gets First Media Rue Valley Showcases Its Characters Bylina Gets Gameplay Trailer The Secret of Weepstone Gets New Trailer, Demo Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity Expansion Out Now New Release Round-Up (October 30, 2025) Podcasts RPG Backtrack 347 – This Is Not a Drill! Warning! KEMCO Alert! Kemco RPGs have breached the Backtrack! The hazmat containment unit with Matt, Kelley, Robert, and Ryan C. has been called for clean-up. Be prepared for mediocrity, you have been warned. Episode 417: The Gang Answers Questions – Q&A Quest Episode 418: The Gang Catches Pokémon – Q&A Quest This week in Q&A Quest, the gang actually answers some questions. We also discuss Pokémon Legends: Z-A . RPG Cast – Episode 791: “Wow, There Are Hamsters!!” Matt recounts the horrors of when seven liquid metal slimes showed up, and none of them ran, because they knew what they were doing. Kelley tells the tale of when Team Rocket went to pick up some pizza. Ryan’s Game Gear is somehow playing all his consoles. Andi learns it’s just a harvest, not a lifetime. The post RPGamer Round-Up: October 26 – November 2 appeared first on RPGamer .
Nov 2
Emily in Paris Season 5: Could a New Love Interest Be Making Lily Collins’ Character Jealous?
Emily in Paris Season 5: Could a New Love Interest Be Making Lily Collins’ Character Jealous? Emily in Paris Season 5 is promising to shake things up in more ways than one, and Lucien Laviscount, who plays Alfie on the show, has dropped some interesting details while speaking to US Weekly. He revealed a few things, but the most eye-popping detail is his remark about jealousy.  It’d be interesting to see […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Did Jonathan Bailey Reveal a Major Spoiler About Bridgerton Season 4?: “Oh No, I’ve Just Said Too Much”
Did Jonathan Bailey Reveal a Major Spoiler About Bridgerton Season 4?: “Oh No, I’ve Just Said Too Much” Jonathan Bailey revealed surprising details about Bridgerton Season 4 during an interview at the TIME100 Next gala in New York City on October 30, 2025. This moment marked a significant instance of unfiltered enthusiasm about the upcoming season. While discussing his early screening of the premiere with TIME editor Olivia-Anne Cleary, Bailey shared specifics about […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
ARC Raiders Trophy Guide – How to Unlock All the Achievements?
ARC Raiders Trophy Guide – How to Unlock All the Achievements? Embark Studio’s second title, ARC Raiders, finally came out on 30 October 2025. The high-energy PvPvE extraction shooter title challenges players with the perfect blend of strategic combat and crafting. Moreover, for trophy and achievement hunters, unlocking every single one of the 50+ trophies will be no less than a pilgrimage; one that is heavily […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Did Ariana Grande Ditch Blonde for Brunette Ahead of ‘Wicked: For Good’ Release?
Did Ariana Grande Ditch Blonde for Brunette Ahead of ‘Wicked: For Good’ Release? Ariana Grande is officially saying goodbye to her Glinda-blonde era. The singer and actress debuted her return to brunette in a new Instagram post shared just weeks after wrapping up filming for Wicked: For Good. With the movie set to hit theaters on November 21, 2025, the timing has fans convinced this transformation marks her […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
God Valley Flashback: 4 One Piece Characters Kuma Saved From Imu
God Valley Flashback: 4 One Piece Characters Kuma Saved From Imu Bartholomew Kuma, a One Piece character who has become one of the most beloved figures in the entire story, has performed several truly remarkable deeds. From saving his country to sacrificing himself for Bonney’s cure, Kuma has proven himself to be one of the most giving characters through his selflessness, resilience, and quiet strength. Among […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight first impressions: We’re soaring, flying
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight first impressions: We’re soaring, flyingThe post Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight first impressions: We’re soaring, flying appeared first on The Escapist .
Nov 2
You Have To Remember the Era It Began — WWE Trying To Bring Back the ‘Attitude Era’ Energy Is Like Catching Lightning Twice
You Have To Remember the Era It Began — WWE Trying To Bring Back the ‘Attitude Era’ Energy Is Like Catching Lightning Twice The Attitude Era of the WWE is remembered for many reasons. For starters, it marked the culmination of long, storied storylines within the company, which made the clashes even more intense. The immediate and the long-term effects of that were impressive for the company. Its commercial value skyrocketed, and the emotional connection between the wrestling […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Five Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass on November 15, Including S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and Frostpunk
Five Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass on November 15, Including S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and FrostpunkMicrosoft has confirmed that five titles will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on November 15, marking another rotation in the platform’s regularly shifting content lineup. Among the departing games are… The post Five Games Leaving Xbox Game Pass on November 15, Including S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and Frostpunk appeared first on TwistedVoxel .
Nov 2
“Everything could be fixed by s*x”: The Dark Side of Jada Pinkett Smith’s Private Life and Her Struggles
“Everything could be fixed by s*x”: The Dark Side of Jada Pinkett Smith’s Private Life and Her Struggles Jada Pinkett Smith has been vocal about her personal life, with Red Table Talk (via Essence) becoming a medium for her to share her honesty with the world. During an older episode of the Facebook series, Pinkett Smith’s mother opened up about her battle with addiction, something which was not easy for her to talk […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Did Emma Roberts Physically Abuse Evan Peters: Why Was Emma Roberts Arrested?
Did Emma Roberts Physically Abuse Evan Peters: Why Was Emma Roberts Arrested? Back in 2013, former couple Emma Roberts and Evan Peters made headlines for a shocking reason: assault. The Wild Child actress was arrested in July at the Hotel Le St-James in Montreal, Quebec For those who don’t know, Roberts and Peters sparked relationship rumors after shooting their 2013 film, Adult World. They began dating soon […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Multi-Billionaire Calls Out Billie Eilish’s Alleged Hypocrisy Even After Her $11.5 Million Donation
Multi-Billionaire Calls Out Billie Eilish’s Alleged Hypocrisy Even After Her $11.5 Million Donation Multi billionaire Grant Cardone has sparked a big online debate, after he called out singer Billie Eilish on X. This happened right after the pop star donated $11.5M to people in need and encouraged rich people to do the same. While many fans praised her for helping others and not everyone agreed; Cardone was one […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Mai: Child of Ages – Review
Mai: Child of Ages – ReviewOscar Wilde famously said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. It’s a statement that resonates throughout all forms of art, including video games. Vampire Survivors inadvertently created a genre in its own right, and Balatro led the way for gambling-inspired roguelikes. The Legend of Zelda series has also become a well of inspiration for game developers to tap from: Games like Saga of the Moon Priestess or Oceanhorn 2 proudly wear their Link-inspired origins on their sleeves. The same can be said for Mai: Child of Ages, the latest title from Suicide Guy developer Chubby Pixel. Even to a casual observer, Child of Ages’ similarities to both Ocarina of Time and The Wind Waker are obvious. Can Child of Ages reach greatness through those foundations or do they stand in the way of the game carving out an identity of its own? Story When we first meet our heroine, Mai, she’s still a young child, living a peaceful, cozy life with her grandfather. While exploring the island that she lives on, Mai encounters a mysterious plant that links her to Uroboro Stone, a relic capable of bending time. Interacting with it accidentally transports her years into the future, catapulting her from her colorful world into a bleak, ruined landscape — the same island, but now devastated and lifeless. Now an adult, Mai realizes that something terrible has happened to the world. Using her newfound power of time travel, our heroine travels between the past and the future, seeking to prevent the cataclysm that desolated the world from happening. Along the way, she faces the consequences of humanity’s past, the fragility of memory, and the enduring bonds of love across time. The story that unfolds is a slow burn that leaves ample breathing room for Mai’s emotions, resulting in a surprisingly poignant and philosophical tale that belies the cute visuals. Graphics Visually, Child of Ages falls somewhere between the aforementioned cel-shaded visuals of The Wind Waker and the works of Studio Ghibli. Environmental storytelling is something that the game excels at: the idyllic environments of the past are bright, warm, and saturated, whereas those of the future are desolate, industrial wastelands. The low-poly art style works well here to convey the contrasting atmospheres, even if the game’s textures aren’t particularly detailed. Even then, Child of Ages leaves some things to be desired in terms of performance. The game suffers from noticeable pop-in as well as frame rate dips, especially in large open areas. While the character designs are generally good, with Mai in particular standing out with her fiery red hair and white dress, the animations occasionally aren’t. Character motions sometimes come across as floaty or janky. As a whole, Child of Ages is artistically strong, but technically modest, prioritizing atmosphere and feeling over graphical polish. Sound What Child of Ages lacks in voice acting, it makes up for with an emotionally charged soundtrack. Eric Ferrari composed over 50 tracks for Child of Ages, providing a wide range of melodies that dynamically reflect the game’s shifting eras and emotional arcs. The innocence of Mai’s childhood is represented with gentle, ethereal tunes, whereas the war-torn setting that adult Mai finds herself in sounds darker and more orchestral. Boss encounters and key story moments are underscored by dramatic music that heightens tension. The game’s ambient sound design complements the atmosphere even further, with the sounds of soft waves, wind, wildlife, and mechanical hums contributing life to the world. Gameplay Time travel isn’t just a part of this semi-open world adventure game: it’s a core gameplay mechanic. Taking control of Mai, you’ll travel between different time periods using the Uroboro Stone, alternating between child and adult versions of our heroine. There is a balance difference between the two timelines, with the past putting more emphasis on environmental puzzles and the future focusing on combat and navigating desolate wastelands. The connections between the two timelines are persistent, however: restoring a bridge in the past makes it usable in the future, making child Mai’s contributions to adult Mai’s quest feel meaningful. The two-layered puzzle structure is where Child of Ages shines brightest, with inventive and fun puzzles that encourage both experimentation and observation. Solving them is satisfying, as there are plenty of “aha” moments to be found in them. Contrasting with the puzzles are combat and exploration, neither of which really sticks the landing. Child of Ages’ combat mechanics are fairly simple on paper. Fighting enemies is done in a hack-and-slash style, with Mai being able to attack, block, and dodge. While there isn’t anything inherently wrong with a simple combat system, in practice, combat feels clunky and stiff. It’s lacking in depth and more often than not comes across as little more than a palate cleanser in between the much better environmental puzzles, even when facing off against bosses. Moving Mai around feels slow, and it’s difficult to get into the flow of combat as a result. As for exploration, the game features both semi-open areas and dungeons. These often require light platforming, but that same stiffness from combat comes back here, supplemented with floaty jumping, resulting in a somewhat awkward feeling control scheme. Child of Ages takes a page from the book of Metroidvania, as there is some backtracking required to reach different areas after you’ve gained new abilities. Normally, we’d applaud this approach, as one of the things we enjoy about exploring in games is sniffing out hidden collectibles in hard-to-spot places. There are plenty of those here as well, like lore fragments about the cataclysmic war that turned the world into a wasteland. Where Child of Ages drops the ball here is how navigation works: the game opted not to present players with a navigation UI. Without a minimap or quest markers, larger areas become confusing to navigate, with the lack of clear direction turning traversal into a frustrating, tedious affair. These shortcomings are present enough that we can’t overlook them, but they do become easier to swallow when we start to look at value. Child of Ages will set you back a frankly ridiculously low €14.99. While it doesn’t quite live up to the games that it takes inspiration from, we can’t exactly hold it to the same standard either if it only costs about one-fifth of those. You’re still getting over 20 hours of adventure here too, making Child of Ages one of the best “bang for your buck” titles we’ve seen this year. We’d have been okay with the game being €10 more expensive if it meant some of our gripes hadn’t been removed. Hopefully, Chubby Pixel takes notes for a potential sequel. Conclusion If we had to describe Child of Ages in one word, it would be ‘ambitious’. While the execution of the gameplay is uneven, this semi-open world adventure game succeeds elsewhere. The captivating coming-of-age narrative is made stronger by the melancholic music and Ghibli-inspired visuals, both of which add emotional depth without feeling forced. A little more time in the oven had undoubtedly resulted in a better game, but even as is, Child of Ages offers a journey worth embarking on.
Nov 2
EXCLUSIVE: CommissarKai Opines On Helldivers 2 Creator Controversy, Community Development & More (Part 2)
EXCLUSIVE: CommissarKai Opines On Helldivers 2 Creator Controversy, Community Development & More (Part 2) This is the second part of our exclusive interview with CommissarKai, the community-favorite YouTuber known for his humor-driven guides, tactical deep dives, and unshakable dedication to spreading Managed Democracy. (You can read Part 1 of the interview here.) In the first half, we talked about Arrowhead’s recent bug-fixing patch, the Propaganda Commanders controversy, and Kai’s […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 2
Fact Check: Jamie Lee Curtis’ Comment on Her Trans Daughter’s Appearance Sparks Backlash, Did She Really Say It?
Fact Check: Jamie Lee Curtis’ Comment on Her Trans Daughter’s Appearance Sparks Backlash, Did She Really Say It? Jamie Lee Curtis landed in hot water with some fans after an alleged comment on her trans daughter’s appearance. A post, widely shared on social media, claimed that Curtis said nobody knew which of her daughters is trans. Besides her trans daughter Ruby, Curtis is also a parent to an elder daughter, Annie. Many fans […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 1
South Park Season 28 Finally Addresses Fans’ Biggest Complaint in Halloween Episode
South Park Season 28 Finally Addresses Fans’ Biggest Complaint in Halloween Episode For years, South Park fans have been vocal about one major complaint: that the once-chaotic, satirical show had become too political for its own good. After decades of irreverent humor and pop-culture mockery, many felt the animated series had lost its edge by leaning heavily into political commentary.  But during the show’s Season 28 Halloween […] This post belongs to FandomWire and first appeared on FandomWire
Nov 1
The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor Shows Why Hadis Turned Out How He Did
The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor Shows Why Hadis Turned Out How He Did At the outset of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor, we watched heroine Jill Cervel be murdered by her fiance and deal with the Dragon Emperor Hadis Teos Rave’s descent into madness, then saw time rewind and her get a chance to deal with the situations with all the knowledge she possessed from her previous life. The thing is, the Hadis we’re presented with in no way matches what we saw in the first volume . Now that we’re at the sixth one , it’s much easier to understand how he could have ended up treading a dark past as a result of the actions of everyone around him and how Jill’s presence in this timeline is preventing that. Editor’s Note: There will be spoilers for volume 6 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga below. When we first met Hadis in The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga, Jill was an adult and saw him at his worst. He was ravenous. He was exiled from his own country. He was a threat to absolutely everyone. Considering how he reacts when she reunites with him in her do-over attempt, that path seems inconceivable. He’s courteous and respectful to Jill and welcomes her as his fiance. He ends up teased by Rave, the dragon who Jill is also able to see due to her own innate power. He enjoys cooking.  Image via Yen Press Thoughout the volumes after that, we get to see how abused Hadis was by his own family. He was considered cursed, and the second volume established how he ended up treated as a scrapegoat for deaths. Because of his powers and innate abilities, he became a target. Even though he never held any ill will, it was thrust upon him. Being in a situation like that without any support, other than Rave, makes a descent into darkness seem understandable. Especially after the continuing events in volumes 5 and 6 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga. It’s in these two that we see Hadis’ siblings Elentzia and Risteard. When Jill meets them, she’s able to get a read on their behaviors toward Hadis. It seems like they actually do care about him and are trustworthy, with Risteard especially showing care despite his personality and exaggerated reactions. But at the same time, even though Jill seems to maybe be open to understanding them, we get that because of his past Hadis can’t trust them. It even seems like sometimes he worries about trusting her.  Which means once things get serious in the sixth volume, with Kratos Kingdom Prince Gerard returning alongside the family’s uncle George Teos Rave, it almost feels like a pivotal moment that could make the timeline we’re seeing in The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor become ore like the original one Jill experienced. Hadis had a feeling someone would betray him. Someone actually does. Jill is put in danger. He’s potentially being overturned. She’s going to need to make a grand gesture to win a new ally. It’s a lot happening at once. In the second volume of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor manga, there’s a point at which Rave tells Hadis there might not need to be a “reign of terror.” With this sixth one, it feels like we’re in the heat of the moment. Things are dire, and enemies are right there . Hadis did end up betrayed, as he seemed to expect. But at the same time, we are seeing Jill there and responding. So even though the progression does show how things could go wrong, there’s also the potential for that to be averted.  Volume 6 of The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor is available now, and Yen Press will release volume 7 of the manga on April 28, 2026. The anime is on Crunchyroll. The post The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor Shows Why Hadis Turned Out How He Did appeared first on Siliconera .
Nov 1
ARK: Survival EvolvedArk: Survival Evolved is a action-adventure survival video game developed by Studio Wildcard.