Mewgenics is a deeply violent game confronting an awful truth about cats
Cats constantly dying isn't just a roguelike gameplay mechanic: McMillen's game also reflects the woes of real-world strays
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Two years ago, the developer of Peak released an underrated Soulslike
Another Crab's Treasure is a fantastic Soulslike from Aggro Crab, the studio behind successful Steam co-op game Peak.
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Returnal still hasn’t been matched, 5 years later
Returnal remains one of the most unique PS5 games as a punishing roguelike that only gets better once it finally clicks.
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10 years ago, Marvel finally redeemed the Scarlet Witch with a shockingly beautiful ghost story
Released in April 2016, "SHHH: A Whisper" could reveal how the MCU plans to rehabilitate Wanda Maximoff.
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Mother Mary director David Lowery breaks down 3 scenes from the mesmerizing new A24 horror movie
David Lowery on the power of dance, ghosts, and quantum physics in Mother Mary
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Spider-Man fans unsure if rumored Venom video game is still in development
Miles Morales actor Nadji Jeter claims a Venom spin-off of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 was canceled after Tony Todd's death. Others dispute that claim
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2026's best game soundtrack so far features in an under-the-radar racing game
Super Woden: Rally Edge evokes the grubby thrills of the arcade with its banging music.
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Stranger Things: Tales from '85 showrunner on the show's cultural roots
Eric Robles was inspired by his favorite '80s movies, the animated series The Real Ghostbusters, and Steven Spielberg's Jaws.
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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate needs to revive the $1 monthly trial
Microsoft recently announced plans to reduce the monthly price of its Game Pass Ultimate membership plan, but it could go a little further
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'They Stopped Making Those Requests' — Alice: Madness Returns Director American McGee Got Creative After EA Asked to 'Make Things More Sexy'
Alice: Madness Returns creator and director American McGee says he “pasted dildos” on the head of a giant snail after publisher EA requested developer Spicy Horse Games “make things more sexy.”
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Indie Horror Games Are Invading Hollywood, and They Have the Fans to Thank For It
From Exit 8 to Iron Lung to the upcoming Backrooms, a certain type of video game adaptation is turning moviegoing into a unique collective experience.
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Steel Ball Run Doesn't Have A Theme Song Yet, JoJo’s Fans Made One Anyway
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run premiered without a theme song, but it already (sort of) has one. We chat to the fan behind the viral musical hit that has 24 million views and counting.
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