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Netflix clearly values science fiction, and a prime example of this is their acquisition of the hit series Black Mirror. Originally, only two seasons and a Christmas special aired on BBC, but Netflix significantly expanded the show, making it a cornerstone of their programming. New episodes consistently win awards and generate huge viewer numbers upon release. A notable moment was seven years ago today, when they launched Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, an interactive movie that was groundbreaking for its time. However, despite its initial impact, it has largely been forgotten and is no longer prominently featured.

When a game is called ‘underrated,’ it doesn’t mean nobody noticed it. It simply means the game was well-made, offered unique ideas, and created a memorable experience, but didn’t get the attention it deserved. These five games from 2025 stand out as particularly underrated – they were either lost in the shuffle of bigger releases or lacked strong promotion, and they deserve to be played.

If you’re a Netflix subscriber and want to watch Shark Tale, you only have a few days left! This animated adventure from 2004 stars Will Smith as Oscar, a small-time fish who pretends to have defeated a shark mob boss’s son to become a hero. He then has to maintain the lie with the help of the mob boss’s son, Lenny. The movie boasts a star-studded cast including Robert De Niro, Renée Zellweger, Angelina Jolie, Jack Black, and Martin Scorsese. Shark Tale will be removed from Netflix on January 1st, so don’t miss out!

While not the very first video game – that title goes to 1958’s Tennis for Two – Pong is arguably the most influential. Released by Atari in 1972, Pong took the basic concept of Tennis for Two and made it accessible to a wider audience, as it was designed for consumers rather than requiring specialized equipment like an oscilloscope. This simple electronic ping pong game proved that video games could be commercially successful, paving the way for the arcade and home console industries we know today.

In the 1980s and 90s, many companies created video game mascots to promote their brands. Some were quite successful in getting people to buy their games, while others didn’t gain much popularity due to poor game quality. Two memorable examples are Cool Spot, created by 7-Up, and the Noid, from Domino’s Pizza. These games were essentially interactive commercials that became briefly popular. Cool Spot first appeared in the game Cool Spot on several gaming consoles, and the Noid starred in Yo! Noid for the NES. While they were well-known for a time, both characters eventually faded from public view. Recently, the current owner of the Cool Spot brand declined a request to bring the character back, making a return unlikely.

In a recent interview on the Pause for Thought podcast, he explained that while not every game needs to be exclusive to consoles, he feels linking certain games to specific platforms is what truly makes them special.

Ridley Scott is a talented director known for working in many different genres, but he’s particularly celebrated for his science fiction films. Though not all of his sci-fi movies are considered his best work, several are frequently ranked among the greatest films ever made. Here’s a complete list of Ridley Scott’s science fiction movies, ordered from best to worst.