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Even before the game was released, it faced problems. Online discussions about the conversations between the characters Frey and Cuff quickly turned negative, leading many gamers to form a poor opinion of the game’s story and the relationship between its main characters.

Difficult times often teach us valuable lessons, and it’s helpful to understand what went wrong so we can do better in the future. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of gaming events that caused a negative reaction from players. Let’s take a look!

Space movies are entertaining, but they often overshadow the broader scope of science fiction. Sci-fi explores all areas of science, not just what happens in outer space, and it’s easy to lose sight of that. Luckily, many films demonstrate that the genre offers much more than just aliens and spaceships. Here are seven excellent sci-fi movies that don’t take place in space.

Look, Cyclops is one of those characters you either really get, or you don’t. But even if he’s not your favorite, you can’t deny he’s a genuinely strong hero who’s more than earned his place among the X-Men and the wider Marvel Universe. I’ve been thinking about it, and I’ve picked out five comic book moments that really showcase just how great he is.

Lionsgate recently announced that a new, high-quality video game based on the “Saw” franchise is coming soon. While most people know “Saw” as a series of movies that started in 2004, there have been a few games based on the films as well. A “Saw” game released in 2009 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 gained a cult following despite mixed reviews. A sequel, “Saw 2: Flesh and Blood,” came out in 2010, but it wasn’t well-received, and no further “Saw” games were made. Now, Lionsgate is looking to return to gaming with the franchise, though details are still unclear.

Alongside a wave of inventive films, including Shudder’s unique dog’s-eye-view horror movie, Good Boy, one particularly shocking film has recently become available for streaming. Together, a body-horror movie from NEON starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie, written and directed by Michael Shanks, stood out this year for its disturbing imagery and a genuinely surprising ending. Now, more people can experience this original film online.

To ring in 2026, Nintendo is giving away some free items for Animal Crossing: New Horizons players. However, you need to be a Nintendo Switch Online member to get them, as they’re available through the game’s Custom Design portal. With a new Animal Crossing update on the way and many players renewing their NSO memberships for online play, now’s a great time to snag these free gifts!

It’s easy to get lost in all the new games coming out, but after looking at everything planned for 2025, we’ve picked the 15 best you shouldn’t miss.

Occasionally, a game comes along that tries to blend the most successful features from different genres, creating something truly new and memorable. While we’ve seen some excellent games attempt this recently, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided stands out as something truly unique.