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Alex Garland’s Civil War presents a frighteningly realistic near-future America torn apart by a second civil war. Starring Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, and Stephen Henderson, the film follows a group of journalists documenting the conflict as they rush to Washington D.C. before rebel forces attack the White House. With intense performances, particularly from Dunst and Moura, the movie maintains a constant sense of suspense throughout its 1 hour and 49-minute runtime. It’s a challenging film designed to confront viewers with a stark and unsettling vision of what could be, rather than offer simple entertainment.

So, I was listening to the Dropped Frames podcast, and Will Powers from Pearl Abyss dropped some awesome news about Crimson Desert. Basically, they’re saying there will be absolutely no microtransactions. You just buy the game once, and that’s it! Powers said they’re aiming for a true “premium experience,” which is super refreshing to hear, especially since so many open-world games these days are packed with ways to spend extra money after you’ve already bought the game. It sounds like Crimson Desert is really trying to do things differently, and honestly, I’m here for it.

You have plenty of options if you’re struggling – you can walk away, try something different, improve your gear, take on side missions, or find ways to make the battle more manageable. But don’t mistake that for the game being easy – it’s still a real challenge!

The gaming world recently lost two influential people who will be remembered by fans for a long time. One was a key innovator in the development of video game consoles, and the other played a huge role in bringing the Castlevania series back to popularity in the 90s and 2000s. Though their names might not be instantly familiar to everyone, both men have earned all the recent praise and tributes they’ve received.

The critically acclaimed horror film Smile, released in 2022, is now available on Hulu starting February 16th. Directed and written by Parker Finn, the movie centers on Dr. Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon), a therapist whose life unravels after a disturbing session with a patient, Laura Weaver (Caitlin Stasey), who commits suicide with a chilling smile. Rose soon experiences frightening visions and believes she’s being pursued by a supernatural force. Smile was initially based on Finn’s earlier short film, Laura Hasn’t Slept (also starring Stasey), and its success has led to a sequel, Smile 2 (released in 2024), with a third film already planned.

While fans hoped to see characters like Cyclops or Gambit, the inclusion of Danger shows that the game’s developer, Arc System Works, isn’t afraid to dig deep into Marvel’s vast library for its fighters. This is a smart move that helps Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls differentiate itself from the Marvel vs. Capcom series, though more popular comic characters would still be welcome. With only 20 characters planned for the initial lineup, as stated on the game’s Steam page, each choice feels intentional, leaving room for expansion through downloadable content.

Many sci-fi shows build suspense with cliffhangers, but not all of them get to resolve those storylines. Unfortunately, some series leave viewers hanging with unanswered questions when they’re unexpectedly canceled. Here are seven sci-fi TV shows that ended on frustrating cliffhangers, leaving fans to speculate about what happened next – even years later.

Over the years, many characters in Marvel Comics have taken on the role of Captain America, or something very similar. While heroes like Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson are famous for being Captain America in the main Marvel universe, there are other, lesser-known versions that are also fantastic. Here are five of those heroes – Captain Americas from alternate timelines and realities who deserve recognition. We’re leaving Bucky and Sam off this list since their stories are already well-known. These characters might be new to you, and they’re definitely worth checking out.

The gaming industry is shifting, and it’s not really about the games themselves. A worldwide shortage of key components used to build consoles is forcing companies to rethink their plans for the next generation. This means gamers will likely have to wait a long time for new consoles, and one company might be especially affected.

The story really kicks off with the death of Dunk’s pal, Rafe, and how he’s saved by Ser Arlan of Pennytree, but honestly, what’s happening around that is just as compelling. It starts with Dunk and Rafe robbing a guy on what looks a lot like the Redgrass Field – the site of the final battle in the Blackfyre Rebellion. Though it’s not exactly red or grassy, the details strongly suggest it’s connected to that rebellion, and I have a feeling we’ll be seeing more of that history unfold as the story goes on.