S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Gets New Quests, Locations, and Characters on December 16th

Okay, so I’m playing, and this guy Malachite picks up a weird signal in the Zone. It’s messing with the Stalkers, giving them headaches and seriously messing with their heads. I’m helping Banzi and Professor Medulin figure out what’s going on, but things get intense fast and we need backup. I actually got a distress call while I was exploring, and it looks like I need to head into the Red Forest to see what’s really happening.

3 Games Removed From Xbox Game Pass Today

Three games are being removed from Xbox Game Pass on Cloud, Console, and PC today. These include a popular fighting game, a highly-rated horror game, and a beloved indie card game. Game Pass members can still buy these games at a reduced price if they want to continue playing them after they’re removed from the service.

Persona 6 Insider Puts Fans at Ease With New Update

A reliable industry insider known as “Nate the Hate” recently shared an update about Persona 6. He confirmed that the game is still in development and not abandoned, despite growing concerns among fans. This means the delay in officially revealing Persona 6 isn’t due to problems with the game itself, offering reassurance that it’s still on track for eventual release.

Doctor Who Just Confirmed Daleks Aren’t the Show’s Worst Monsters

The Homo Aquan, first appearing in the 1972 Doctor Who story “The Sea Devils,” have become recurring villains for the Doctor. They’re considered some of the show’s most iconic monsters, ranking alongside the Cybermen, Sontarans, the Master, and the Daleks. However, recent stories, particularly The War Between the Land and the Sea, have given us a deeper look at the Homo Aquan, revealing their society, beliefs, and motivations, and ultimately portraying them as more sympathetic. This has also positioned a different creature as one of the most dangerous threats in the Doctor Who universe.

General Hospital’s Anthony Geary Dead at 78

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of Anthony Geary’s passing. Many of you will know him as Luke Spencer from General Hospital – he played the role, on and off, for almost four decades and truly became a daytime icon. Sadly, he passed away in the Netherlands on December 14th, just three days after a planned surgery. He was 78 years old. His husband, Claudio Gama, confirmed the news, and my heart goes out to him during this difficult time.

‘The Last Jedi’ Director Rian Johnson Clocks the ‘Star Wars’ Franchise’s “Worst Sin”

In a recent interview with Polygon, writer Steve Johnson, who was raised Christian and is a longtime Star Wars enthusiast, explored the parallels between how his comic Wake Up Dead Man examines faith and how The Last Jedi questions the nature of The Force. Johnson noted that Star Wars often feels like a religion to those who grew up with it—a common observation—and that this connection can be a powerful storytelling tool. He believes Star Wars represents a foundational myth for many, deeply ingrained from childhood.