9 Years Ago, HBO’s Best Sci-Fi Series Revealed Its First Major Twist (And Fans Still Haven’t Recovered)

The first big surprise in HBO’s Westworld came in the seventh episode of Season 1, “Trompe L’Oeil,” which aired on November 13, 2016. The episode ended with a shocking reveal: Bernard Lowe (played by Jeffrey Wright), the park’s chief programmer, was actually a host – a lifelike robot – created by Dr. Robert Ford (Anthony Hopkins) as a replica of Ford’s deceased partner, Arnold. This twist stunned audiences, created a lot of excitement around the show, and perfectly highlighted its central themes. Even almost ten years later, fans are still reeling from the discovery.

New RPG Combines Pokemon & EverQuest For a Fresh Take on Creature Collecting

The new game, called KinForge, is the debut title from Seeker Games, a fresh indie studio created by experienced developers from major gaming companies. It’s a cooperative action RPG where you collect creatures. Despite sounding complex, KinForge looks like it could offer a unique twist on the popular creature-collecting genre. Here’s a rundown of everything we know about it so far.

Ladies and Gentlemen, a New Stablecoin Fund from BNY! 💰

The fund, as per Thursday’s announcement, is tailored to comply with the GENIUS Act (a name so bold it makes one wonder if the legislators were imbibing something stronger than tea). It shall not invest directly in stablecoins, a decision we find most prudent, lest the very notion of stability be upended by the whims of digital alchemists.

Rian Johnson’s 97% RT Show Cancelled After 2 Seasons, but There Are Wild Recast Plans for Season 3

Peacock has decided not to move forward with a third season of Poker Face, according to Deadline. While the streaming service hasn’t given a specific reason, the report suggests the show’s high production costs and a drop in viewership compared to its first season likely played a role. Creator Ryan Johnson is now looking for another network or streaming service to pick up the show, ideally for two more seasons. In a surprising change, Natasha Lyonne, who starred as Charlie Cale, will not be returning. Johnson is now hoping to cast Peter Dinklage in the role, as part of a plan to feature a different lead character every few seasons.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s New Villain Is Perfect (But I Didn’t Expect That Game Choice)

The latest trailer reveals Bowser (voiced by Jack Black) is still small and imprisoned after losing the first film’s battle. That changes when Bowser Jr. attacks Princess Peach’s (voiced by Anya Taylor-Joy) castle to free his father. He arrives with the magical paintbrush fans will remember from the 2002 game Super Mario Sunshine. Interestingly, while the paintbrush is a nod to the past, Bowser Jr.’s overall look isn’t. The creators at Illumination designed his appearance based on a more powerful version of the character from a recent game, showing a clever and detailed approach to the sequel.

Disney+ Scores Wild Anime Exclusive Based on Major Video Game

The Death Stranding franchise currently includes two games, but creator Hideo Kojima has big plans to expand the post-apocalyptic world in unexpected ways. He recently announced an anime film called Death Stranding: Mosquito, and a separate animated series for Disney+ planned for release in 2027, currently titled Death Stranding: Isolations. The Disney+ series will follow characters similar to Sam Porter Bridges, focusing on their struggles to survive and connect with others in this new world. You can see a first look at the upcoming anime below.