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12 Years On, The Maze Runner Has Become A Streaming Powerhouse Again
The 2014 young adult dystopian film The Maze Runner has re-emerged as a streaming success, currently ranking sixth globally on HBO Max. The movie, based on James Dashner's novel, follows a group of teenage boys trying to escape a mysterious maze. Its resurgence in popularity 12 years after its release highlights its enduring appeal.
Larian gets briefly kicked off YouTube, TikTok for demonic smut reasons in Baldur's Gate 3
Larian Studios' official streams on YouTube and TikTok were briefly taken down due to content issues during a Baldur's Gate 3 playthrough by senior communications director Aofie Wilson. The game's streamer-friendly mode failed to censor certain scenes, leading to the temporary suspension of the stream. Both Larian and Wilson humorously acknowledged the incident, and the channels have since been restored.
Wakkaah tar sig an Beast of Reincarnation
Streamer Wakkaah is playing Beast of Reincarnation, a new game from the developers of Pokémon. The stream will start at 19:00 and run until approximately 21:00, available on both YouTube and Twitch. This is part of Wakkaah's August streaming schedule.
Baldur's Gate 3's official livestream gets banned on YouTube and TikTok. Why? "Demon sex."
Larian Studios' official Baldur's Gate 3 livestream, featuring Senior Communications Director Aoife Wilson playing the Dark Urge origin, was banned on YouTube and TikTok due to 'Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors.' The ban occurred during a scene involving an Incubus character. Despite the bans, the team, including Publishing Director Michael Douse, took the incident with humor, viewing it as a badge of honor.
"Baldur's Gate 3 is now cancelled": Larian stream smacked down over "violation" for "Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors," which feels like high praise for an RPG
Larian Studios' livestream of Baldur's Gate 3 was discontinued on YouTube due to a violation for 'Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors' during a playthrough featuring demonic characters. Publishing director Michael Douse shared the notice, humorously noting the cancellation on the game's third anniversary. The stream remains available on Twitch, with the developer attributing the issue to potential mod interference or a setting error.
Disney CEO admits The Mandalorian and Grogu didn't "meet our box office expectations", but there's a…
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro acknowledged that "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and the live-action "Moana" did not meet box office expectations but emphasized their value to the company's diversified business, including streaming, merchandise, and theme parks. Despite disappointing theatrical returns, Disney views these investments as fueling other parts of the company.
ShackStream: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 735
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its playthrough of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo 64. Host Steve plans to explore Death Mountain and potentially Zora's Domain during the stream. The show also teased upcoming playthroughs of Super Mario Sunshine and Splatoon Raiders, with a special retro pick of Snow Brothers for Steve's birthday.
Spotify’s Premium Tier Passes the 300 Million Subscriber Mark
Spotify has surpassed 300 million premium subscribers, a nine percent increase year-over-year, contributing to a quarterly revenue of €4.78 billion. The company also highlighted new features like concert ticket presales and AI-powered personalized podcasts. However, Spotify faced significant platform outages and criticism regarding AI-generated content proliferation during the quarter.
New Samsung TVs will support HDR10+ Advanced streaming on Prime Video starting this month
New Samsung televisions will begin supporting HDR10+ Advanced streaming on Amazon Prime Video this month. This new standard includes features like Enhanced Overall Brightness and Intelligent Motion Smoothing for an improved viewing experience.
You have no reason not to watch Babylon 5 now that it's free on YouTube
The television series Babylon 5 is now available to watch for free on YouTube, with episodes being released incrementally. This makes the acclaimed science fiction show accessible to a new audience.
ShackStream: Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 734
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness on The GameCube. The streamer plans to catch Shadow Pokemon and explore the Orre Region. Upcoming streams will also include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Splatoon, with a potential playthrough of Super Mario Sunshine after its addition to the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Wonder Man showrunner reacts to cancellation and is just as confused as you are: "I had written the first episode…
Showrunner Andrew Guest expressed his confusion and disappointment regarding the sudden cancellation of the Marvel series Wonder Man, even after it had been renewed for a second season. Despite speculation linking the cancellation to the success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and director Destin Daniel Cretton's schedule, Guest stated that no movie is in the works and that the decision was made internally by Disney and Marvel for reasons that remain unclear.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (July 31 -…
This week's streaming highlights include "The Drama" on HBO Max, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and the animated "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" on Peacock. Prime Video features the new season of "Batman: Caped Crusader," while Disney Plus adds "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Paramount+ debuts "Lioness" season 3, and Netflix offers "The Bombing of Pan AM 103."
Gamesight: Creators are best predictor for a game's success, not viewership
Marketing platform Gamesight's analysis indicates that the number of active creators producing content by day three of a game's launch is a more reliable predictor of long-term success than total viewership. This metric is particularly crucial for player-versus-player first-person shooter games, where factors like replayability and competitive progression contribute to sustained creator interest and community formation.
Evening Reading - July 29, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming industry updates, including a sequel in development for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and a DLC release for Pokemon Pokopia. Financial reports from Capcom, SK Hynix, Electronic Arts, Facebook, and Microsoft are highlighted, with EA CEO Andrew Wilson's compensation increasing due to Battlefield 6's success. Additionally, Facebook's Reality Labs reported significant losses, while Silent Hill: Townfall is noted for its innovative use of outdated technology. The article also touches on streaming events and new content for Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
ShackStream: Road 96 on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 733
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Road 96 as part of its Shacker's Choice night, where viewers can select games using Twitch chat points. The stream will also continue playthroughs of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with a new game to be chosen following the completion of Wario Land. The show airs on the Shacknews Twitch channel on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
Evening Metaverse
Roku has increased the prices of its streaming sticks by up to 60 percent. Meanwhile, Facebook is shifting its classic feed to a TikTok-style format, a move that is unlikely to significantly impact TikTok's user base.
First-ever Wardogs stream ends in a Twitch ban. The reason? A rogue, flying dildo
Wardogs developer Bulkhead received a one-day ban from Twitch during their first-ever stream after a developer launched a dildo at a colleague. The incident, dubbed 'Dildogate' by the developer, violated Twitch's Community Guidelines regarding sexual content. Wardogs is a tactical FPS set to launch in 2026.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Apple TV and more (July 24-26)
This guide highlights six new movies and shows available on streaming services like Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ for the weekend of July 24-26. Featured titles include the movies Masters of the Universe and Mortal Kombat 2, the sports comedy The Dink, and new seasons of Ransom Canyon, Pompeii: Out of Time, and The Crow Girl.
ShackStream: The Adventures of Elliot on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 730
The Stevetendo Show continues its playthrough of Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, a game reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda. Tonight's stream will feature the exploration of the Age of Reconstruction and the use of newly acquired bombs to access caves. The show also teased upcoming streams including Splatoon Raiders, a Wario Land Retro Night, and a Shacker's Choice for Wednesday.
