Starfleet Academy is Star Trek: Hogwarts (& It’s Definitely Not For Everyone) [Review]

The new series feels a bit conflicted. It tries to honor the original Star Trek with familiar references that long-time fans will appreciate, but it also takes risks and introduces new ideas that challenge established storylines. This leads to some jarring combinations – like bringing back a character from a previous series alongside completely new and unexpected characters, or storylines that don’t quite fit with what we already know. It’s clear the show is trying to attract both new, younger viewers and please older fans, but it’s a difficult balance. Some longtime fans might not be happy with the changes, and there’s already online debate about certain choices. Ultimately, it’s okay that not every Star Trek story will appeal to every Star Trek fan.

Xbox Game Pass Adds One of the Great NES Games 39 Years After Its Original Release

The very first Final Fantasy game, a landmark title from Square Enix, is now available to play with an Xbox Game Pass subscription as part of January 2026’s new games. While it’s unclear how long it will stay on the service, Game Pass subscribers can buy the game at a 20% discount while it’s available. Games added to Xbox Game Pass usually remain for 12 to 24 months.