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In the last film of the Skywalker Saga, Emperor Palpatine unexpectedly returns. He’s been secretly building a massive fleet called the Final Order on the planet Exegol and reveals to Kylo Ren that he was the one controlling Supreme Leader Snoke. He then tries to draw Rey to him after she discovers they are related – she’s essentially his granddaughter. This is especially surprising because Palpatine was seemingly defeated in Return of the Jedi when Darth Vader threw him into a reactor shaft. Despite this, Lucasfilm has been working to explain how his return is possible.

Generative AI tools have become increasingly common in video games this year, but players have consistently voiced concerns and criticism about their use in the development process, with each instance drawing similar disapproval.

Bloober Team announced that their game, Cronos: The New Dawn, was designed to be challenging. However, they listened to player feedback and understand many want to experience the story at their own speed. They are currently developing a new, easier difficulty level, planned for release in early 2026.

One example is Scavenger Ordeal, which removes level-end rewards but still lets enemies drop items. While details are limited for other Ordeals, players can create and share their own custom challenges.

The game’s new mode, revealed in a somewhat over-the-top trailer, aims to make the survival horror experience more accessible, especially for players primarily interested in the story. While details are still forthcoming, the developers listened to feedback and are offering a less challenging way to play.

Alright, everyone saw the Keighley Awards, but just because Geoff has a fancy presentation and celebrity guests doesn’t make him more significant than Push Square, obviously.

Here is an overview of the update, via Running With Scissors:

Armored Core: Mobile 3 is an action game first released on Japanese mobile phones on January 25, 2007.

Most science fiction TV shows have some weak episodes, but a handful stand out for consistently delivering quality. While no show is perfect, the episodes in these five series all feel purposeful and contribute to the overall story, themes, or emotional impact. You might prefer some episodes over others, but it’s hard to say any of them are truly bad. These shows are hallmarks of great science fiction because they’re both bold in their ideas and consistently well-made.

Sony is offering free trials for five games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Borderlands 4, Astroneer, Kill It With Fire 2, and Varlet. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is particularly noteworthy, having just won Game of the Year and other awards at The Game Awards. Borderlands 4 is also a popular choice. Each trial lasts two hours, except for Kill It With Fire 2, which has a one-hour trial. You can find more information about all five games below. We don’t currently know how long these trials will be available.