Games

What’s great about Mario spin-off games is that they give Nintendo a chance to try new things beyond traditional platforming. This experimentation has actually led some of these games to be even better than core Mario titles, offering unique gameplay, richer stories, and a fresh take on the familiar Mario universe. These three spin-offs demonstrate they can compete with popular games like *Super Mario Odyssey*, *Super Mario 64*, or *Super Mario Bros. Wonder*.

Many fans were underwhelmed by the short-lived team-up of female heroes in *Avengers: Endgame*. Though it was exciting to see characters like Rescue, Mantis, Black Panther’s Shuri, Gamora, and Valkyrie fight together, the idea of a dedicated female Avengers team deserves a better showcase in the MCU. A great source of inspiration would be Marvel’s A-Force comic series, which debuted in 2015’s *Secret Wars*. Seeing those five heroes team up would be fantastic.

The Titans are the adult versions of the Teen Titans – the original sidekicks who’ve grown up and become more skilled. It’s amazing to see them develop in the comics, going from inexperienced kids to one of the most powerful hero teams around. DC Comics has often positioned them to become the top team, but then repeatedly undermines their progress. The Titans have huge potential, and DC could really make them shine if they just addressed a few key issues.

Since its anime release a few years ago, *Blue Lock*, created by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura, has become incredibly popular, quickly followed by a second season and a movie. At a recent event in Japan called “BLUELOCK EGOIST FESTA 2025,” it was announced that the *Blue Lock* universe will continue to expand with both a third anime season and a new live-action film currently in development.

Here is an overview of the game, via IceSitruuna:

So, there’s been a lot of chatter online about *The Brave and the Bold* possibly being delayed until 2030 or 2031, and I just saw James Gunn address it directly on Threads. Someone asked him if that distant release window was the plan, and he gave a pretty straightforward “No.” He didn’t reveal *when* we can actually expect the film, but his response definitely suggests it won’t be *that* far off. It’s good news for fans who were worried about a massive delay, and it gives us a little hope that the film is still on track for a more reasonable release date.

I was really disappointed to hear that Erin Milioti won’t be back as Sofia in *The Batman Part II*. It also makes me worry about Zoë Kravitz returning as Catwoman, since they’re connected! After the success of *The Penguin* – and Erin winning an Emmy for her performance! – it feels like a huge missed opportunity. The ending of that show clearly set up a team-up between Sofia and Catwoman, and that’s something we *need* to see. Whether it’s in a second season of *The Penguin* or a brand new spin-off, the next installment in this universe absolutely has to bring those two characters together. They have such great potential!

The new *Pokemon Legends: Z-A* game is entirely set in Lumiose City, which means the developers had to find innovative ways to keep the gameplay engaging. They’ve done this through things like climbing and, notably, by changing the city when night falls. At night, a ‘Battle Zone’ appears where trainers can battle to earn points. These points get you a special ticket to challenge a powerful opponent, crucial for progressing in the game. I recently got a hands-on preview at a Nintendo event and I’m here to share what you can expect from this new *Pokemon Legends: Z-A* experience.

The Speed Force is a powerful energy source that gives heroes like the Flash their super speed. It was introduced into Flash lore in the 1990s and has become central to the character’s story. Over time, both heroes and villains connected to the Speed Force have demonstrated incredible abilities. The Flash’s powers have become so vast that he can overcome almost any challenge. Considering everything the Flash has accomplished, it’s clear just how incredibly powerful he is.

The upcoming season 16 of *Bob’s Burgers* will begin with a special 300th episode called “Grand Pre-Pre-Pre-Opening.” Creator Loren Bouchard recently shared with TV Insider that the episode will show the very first day Bob’s Burgers opened its doors, and it will also be the day Tina was born. This combination will create a particularly challenging and memorable situation for Bob and Linda as they were just starting out with their restaurant.