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As a critic, I’ve always appreciated that Mario games, at their core, are about helping those in need. But The Super Mario Bros. Movie really digs deeper into its characters, giving them more to do than just exist as obstacles or rewards. What’s great is the story doesn’t feel episodic like jumping from one level to the next – it actually builds. And don’t worry, the filmmakers didn’t forget what makes Mario, well, Mario. They brilliantly weave in familiar levels and settings, sometimes with fun twists, and sometimes by bringing them directly from the games. Now, fair warning: from here on out, I’m going to be spoiling things about The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

The film features a total of ten deaths, including that of Mrs. Voorhees. Unlike her son, who later mysteriously returns, she is portrayed as a mortal character. Let’s take a closer look at each of these deaths. Please be aware that, as this is a summary of a movie known for its violent scenes, some descriptions may be graphic.

I really disagree with the idea that some stories just can’t be made into movies! There are definitely books that would be a huge challenge to adapt, but I think they’d actually make amazing films. Here are five I’d love to see on the big screen – even if the filmmakers had to make some changes to the original story, the books are just that good and deserve a shot!

The first season of Monarch revealed the complex story of Hiroshi Randa, a key figure in the organization who vanished after Godzilla attacked San Francisco in 2014. A year later, his daughter, Cate, learned he had another family and, along with her half-brother Kentaro, began searching for him, trying to uncover what happened. When Hiroshi was finally found, he acted strangely, seemingly unaware that anyone had been looking for him or that he’d even gone missing. Now, Monarch has explained the reason for his behavior – and the reveal happened right at his graveside.

Looking to get into the world of Gundam? A great place to start is with the Mobile Suit Gundam trilogy! These three movies – Mobile Suit Gundam I, Mobile Suit Gundam II: Soldiers of Sorrow, and Mobile Suit Gundam III: Encounters in Space – cover the entire original anime series. They’re a fantastic introduction to the iconic mecha battles and the universe that continues to be explored in new shows and films. Plus, you can even watch them for free on the official Gundam YouTube channel and experience the legendary rivalry between Amuro and Char for yourself!

To mark the 50th anniversary of its What If? series, Marvel is releasing a set of special variant covers. According to Bleeding Cool, a new What If? issue focusing on Iron Man will be released on May 26th. This issue, Iron Man #5, explores a scenario where Iron Man’s Extremis technology was actually a symbiote. This isn’t the first time Marvel has explored this particular ‘What If?’ story.

Although Prime Video’s The Boys is currently the most well-known and praised superhero satire, many films have also used the genre to make pointed critiques. One example is the 2009 dark comedy Defendor, starring Woody Harrelson and directed by Peter Stebbings. It’s a surprisingly touching and somewhat sad look at Harrelson’s character, a troubled vigilante who tries to fight corruption – a twisted take on the typical superhero story.

Over the years, many directors and writers have contributed to the nine Chainsaw Massacre/Leatherface films, starting in 1974. Some, like the series’ original creator Tobe Hooper, became famous, while others continued to have successful careers. A few have been largely forgotten. But one director who almost took on the project would have been the most shocking choice by far.

Solving the riddles is fun, but the real treat is what you get as a reward! Here’s a look at everything included in the Egg Hunt Program Pass:

I previously shared a list of great free games on Steam. With many new games added since then, it’s time for an updated list of the best free options available in 2026. I focused on games with positive reviews and a good number of player ratings. I also aimed for a variety of genres to appeal to different types of gamers. This list is ranked based on how much fun and playtime you’ll likely get from each game as a free player. Here are my top 10 picks for free Steam games in 2026.