MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy for PC launches in spring 2026

The game MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy was initially released in Japan on November 28, 2024, and became available in western regions on July 29, 2025.

The game MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy was initially released in Japan on November 28, 2024, and became available in western regions on July 29, 2025.

You can now purchase a limited-edition metal poster celebrating the final season of Stranger Things! The “One Last Adventure” Displate ($149) features Eleven and the group gearing up for their last battle, with subtle references to Dungeons & Dragons and Vecna. For $49.99, there’s also a “Hawkins Last Dance” poster, plus unique artwork created in collaboration with artists Butcher Billy and Steven Rhodes. Find links to all items below.

What makes Thief special in VR isn’t just a gimmick – it genuinely enhances the experience. Carefully sneaking up to a guard and physically picking their pocket feels much more exciting than pressing a button, especially because you have to be precise – a clumsy move will raise the alarm. Actions like blowing out candles, whistling to create a distraction, throwing objects to change guard routes, and searching for loot are all far more immersive. These familiar stealth elements feel fresh because you have to act them out in VR, and the game’s microphone feature, while sometimes imperfect, adds to the feeling of presence.

Gareth Edwards is building a reputation for incredible sci-fi films, most recently with Jurassic World Rebirth, which has brought fresh excitement to the Jurassic Park/World series. His success began with a low-budget independent film from 2010, which he single-handedly wrote, directed, filmed, and created the visual effects for. This early work immediately demonstrated his impressive skills and launched his career as a leading filmmaker.

On December 2nd, The Sims 4 received a large update to fix several long-standing issues – which fans anticipated. However, the announcement of new kits, especially collaborations with other brands, was a surprise. Now, The Sims 4 is offering two new kits filled with decorations inspired by the popular Nickelodeon show, SpongeBob SquarePants. This crossover was unexpected, and there’s even more to come! The Sims 4 is also hosting a new SpongeBob SquarePants themed holiday event for all players. Here’s a breakdown of everything we know about this surprising partnership.

Spider-Man’s fanbase is famously passionate and often divided, and understandably so. Marvel hasn’t always made the best choices for the character, leading to strong reactions – both criticism and enthusiastic support – from fans. They can be stubborn, which makes it difficult to acknowledge some uncomfortable truths. Here are five things many Spider-Man fans don’t want to admit about the character.

During a discussion about Japan’s relationship with Saudi Arabia, Takaichi highlighted the popularity of Japanese manga and anime there, mentioning titles like Captain Tsubasa and One Piece, as well as Demon Slayer. She ended her speech with a memorable line from Attack on Titan: “Just shut your mouths. And invest everything in me!!” She then playfully connected this to a call for investment, stating, “Japan is back. Invest in Japan.”

As a lifelong Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan, I’m used to seeing the franchise get reimagined – honestly, it feels like every few years we’re getting a new take! Everyone has their favorite version, that’s just how it is with the Turtles. But even I was surprised by the recent news. Paramount cancelled the Mutant Mayhem spinoff show, and then announced another live-action TMNT movie that’s clearly trying to follow the success of Sonic the Hedgehog. It’s got me wondering, is the franchise struggling? And are we really getting another reboot?

Geoff Keighley’s yearly show is a celebration of all things gaming, both current and upcoming. In just about a week, everyone will be tuning in to watch the latest trailers and find out what new games are on the way.

I’m completely captivated by The Crown. It beautifully tells the story of Queen Elizabeth II’s life and reign, and what really strikes me is how incredibly accurate it is. The creators have painstakingly recreated everything – the clothes, famous photos, the royal homes, even the smallest details – it’s astonishing! It’s funny, though, because the show’s greatest achievement is that you almost don’t notice all the work that went into it. It just feels real, like you’re truly stepping back in time. As a political drama, it’s brilliant at exploring big ideas about power and society, but it does so by focusing on the very personal struggles of the characters, which makes the story so compelling.