The Best Mario Spin-Off Came Out 27 Years Ago Today

Mario games that aren’t the main series are generally really enjoyable, and Mario Kart is often considered one of the best multiplayer racing games ever made. But I still believe Mario Party is the best of them all. As the first Mario Party game celebrates its 27th anniversary in Japan, it’s a good time to remember how quickly it became a staple for Nintendo and why it’s remained so popular for the company all these years.

7 Best MCU Movie Trailers of All Time, Ranked

Looking back at all the trailers for Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, it’s clear they’re usually great at building hype without spoiling the story. However, some stand out as truly exceptional. Here’s a ranking of the seven best MCU movie trailers ever made.

Stalker 2 on the PlayStation 5 is close to perfection

Stalker 2 has improved significantly since its initial release, thanks to several updates, including the recent PlayStation launch and 1.7 patch. While our reviewer, Sam Chandler, found a lot to enjoy even with the initial bugs (you can read his full review here), this article focuses on how the game feels specifically on the PlayStation 5, especially for those who have already spent considerable time playing the PC version.

Everything Coming to Paramount+ in January 2026

Paramount+ is kicking off January 1st with a big movie update! They’re adding a variety of films, from timeless classics and popular favorites to a brand new original movie. Some of the highlights include 10 Cloverfield Lane, Clerks, Baby Driver, Spider-Man: Homecoming, and The Crow. See below for the complete list of what’s coming to Paramount+ in January!

New Silent Hill Game Could Continue Silent Hill f’s Most Divisive Choice

Motoi Okamoto, producer of Silent Hill f, recently told Inverse that Konami is thinking about setting future games in different parts of the world. He specifically mentioned Russia, Italy, and South Korea as possibilities, noting that each country has distinct beliefs that could inspire compelling stories. Central and South America are also being considered, and Konami might collaborate with local partners in these regions to create the next Silent Hill game.

Crunchyroll Will Make One of Its Biggest Anime Free to Watch (But There’s a Catch)

I’m so excited! Crunchyroll is letting everyone watch all of Trigun Stampede for free from January 6th to 13th on YouTube! It’s the perfect way to get ready for Trigun Stargaze, which is being called the epic finale to Studio Orange’s awesome remake. If you haven’t seen Stampede yet, now’s your chance to jump in and see what all the fuss is about. And if you have seen it, it’s a great refresher before Stargaze arrives. Honestly, with so much great anime coming in January 2026, Vash the Stampede absolutely deserves to be a major highlight!

Six Years Ago Today, Star Wars Gave Baby Yoda a Force Power That Breaks All the Rules

From the very beginning of The Mandalorian Season 1, it was clear Grogu, like Yoda and Yaddle, was strong with the Force. He first showed this by lifting a mudhorn, but he quickly proved capable of much more. One of his most impressive abilities appeared in Season 1, episode 7, “The Reckoning,” where Baby Yoda demonstrated he could use the Force to heal others.