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Over Forty Years Later, David Lynch’s Dune Had a Forgotten Element That Modern Sci-fi Movies Should Try Again

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One of the biggest challenges when starting this story is the specialized vocabulary. The plot centers around Paul Atreides and his family’s relocation to Arrakis, a desert planet that’s the sole source of a valuable substance called Melange. You’re quickly introduced to a complicated world without much explanation, making it easy to get lost. While it’s captivating, truly understanding the story requires learning the unique terms Herbert created to build a rich and believable world. He drew inspiration from real languages, history, and philosophy to develop the cultures, religions, ecology, and politics of Arrakis. Recognizing this, Universal Studios decided to address this complexity for viewers.

IT: Welcome to Derry Star Blasts Writing for Season Finale, “There’s No F–king Way”

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Although there’s been a lot of excitement about the series, some criticisms have remained. IT: Welcome to Derry faced the challenge of not disrupting the storylines established in the first two IT movies, and it’s also been criticized for relying heavily on computer-generated effects. Now, actress Taylour Paige, one of the show’s stars, has shared her own concerns, specifically about how the first season ended. Be warned: spoilers ahead for the season finale of IT: Welcome to Derry.

STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl Reveals Free Story Expansion Update

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Xbox fans were disappointed to see STALKER 2 removed from Xbox Game Pass shortly before it launched on PlayStation 5. This frustrated many players, as significant updates released after the removal meant Game Pass subscribers wouldn’t get to experience those improvements. Some jokingly referred to the Game Pass period as an extended early access phase, with a year of updates essentially completing the game, despite it being fully released initially. Regardless, the developers, GSC Game World, are still actively updating and expanding the game, recently announcing a surprise new content update.

Everything New In STALKER 2’s Free Stories Untold DLC

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Even though STALKER 2 isn’t out for over a year, the developers have been consistently updating and improving it with patches and enhancements to its simulation system, A-Life 2.0. Now, they’re starting to add new content, which is a promising sign that the expansions planned for after the game’s release are on their way.

Marathon Launches in March 2026 for $40, Proximity Chat and Solo Queue Included

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When the game launches, players will have access to four maps: Perimeter, Dire Marsh, Outpost, and the UESC Marathon’s Cryo Archive. The first part of the Cryo Archive will be available immediately and offers a difficult challenge for experienced players, with more content coming in Season 1. New features include the ability to chat with nearby players, a solo queue option, and a new playable character called Rook, who excels at finding resources.

Bungie’s Marathon Is Releasing Very Soon (And Shocking New Details Revealed)

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Bungie announced that Marathon will launch in March for $39.99, making it a great value. They’re adding even more value by ensuring the battle pass never expires, guaranteeing there are no ways to pay for advantages, and providing all updates – including new maps – as free content. After a period of silence, Bungie recently shared a detailed video showcasing their vision for the game, which you can watch below.

RPG Series That Dates Back to the SNES Getting a New Game

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Can you believe it? Today is the 30th anniversary of the Tales of series! It feels like yesterday I first discovered it. It all started way back on December 15, 1995, with Tales of Phantasia on the SNES. While most of us probably know and love the series from PlayStation, it’s pretty cool to remember it actually began as a Nintendo exclusive. It’s amazing to see how far it’s come!