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Spider-Man: Brand New Day review: "Marvel Studios' strongest standalone outing since Endgame"
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, starring Tom Holland, is hailed as Marvel Studios' strongest standalone outing since Avengers: Endgame. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film returns to Spider-Man's web-slinging basics with personal stakes and spectacular action, while also introducing new characters and expanding the MCU's scope. Despite some familiar elements and a less significant impact on the overarching MCU narrative, the movie is praised for its emotional depth and visual presentation.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day first reactions say it's like "a mini Avengers film" and Sadie Sink's…
First reactions to Spider-Man: Brand New Day are overwhelmingly positive, with many calling it Tom Holland's best outing as the web-slinger and comparing it to an "Avengers film." Critics praised the emotional weight, sharp writing, and action, with Sadie Sink's performance also receiving significant acclaim.
Star Fox (Switch 2) Review
This review of Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch notes that while enemy tracking mechanics are familiar and well-executed, the Landmaster tank sections remain a low point. The reviewer expresses surprise that these tank levels were not improved from previous iterations.
Attack on Titan Tribute Game 2 Brings Fan-Made Titan Battles to Android
Attack on Titan Tribute Game 2, a fan-made sequel inspired by the anime series, has been released on Android devices. The game features Omni-Directional Mobility gear, Titan battles, and online multiplayer, with ongoing development planned for future updates.
Red Faction: Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered review (2018)
Red Faction: Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered offers a unique open-world experience centered around its groundbreaking Geo-mod destruction physics. While the driving, shooting, and story are uninspired, the ability to strategically demolish buildings remains a compelling and influential gameplay mechanic. This re-mastered edition includes reworked textures, improved lighting, and native 4K support for PC.
SCOPECREEP – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
SCOPECREEP is an active incremental game where players harvest souls from wandering spirits to feed a whispering flame. The game features moody environments, ambient soundscapes, satisfying combat, and a vast upgrade system. Players can sign up for the beta playtest to explore the game's mysteries.
First trailer for Reacher season 4 teases the biggest and most violent installment of the Prime Video series yet
The first trailer for Reacher season 4 has been released, teasing the most violent installment of the Prime Video series yet. The trailer shows Jack Reacher investigating a suspicious death that leads him into a dangerous criminal conspiracy. The new season adapts Lee Child's thirteenth Jack Reacher novel, Home Tomorrow, and will begin streaming on August 12.
Purple Zero Protocol - Free Online Browser Game
Purple Zero Protocol is a free online browser game where players battle opponents as the character Purple and his friends to stop the villain Azrael. The game requires no downloads and features unique character abilities and escape room challenges every few levels.
Resident Evil Requiem Just Got A Huge Discount, But Only For Two Days
Resident Evil Requiem is currently available at a 32% discount, priced at $47.59 / £40.79 on Fanatical for a limited 48-hour period. The game blends the survival horror elements of earlier entries with the dread of Resident Evil 7 and Village, offering both action-focused gameplay with Leon Kennedy and stealth-based survival with Grace Ashcroft.
All Halo Campaign Evolved changes and new features
Halo Campaign Evolved introduces significant changes to the original Halo Combat Evolved, including new prequel missions, a Campaign Remix mode, and four-player online co-op. The remake also expands the weapon and vehicle sandbox, adds new enemy types like Jackal snipers and Flood Tank Forms, and modernizes gameplay with features like sprinting and smart-link aiming. Visuals have been updated using Unreal Engine 5, and accessibility options have been greatly expanded.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 27 to 31
Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 27th and July 31st. Titles include remakes like Halo: Campaign Evolved, new adventures such as Dispatch and Mistfall Hunter, and various other genres like city builders, RPGs, and puzzle games.
Resident Evil Movie Star Nearly Died During Filming After 150-Pound Blood Bag Almost Hit Him
Director Zach Cregger revealed that actor Austin Abrams narrowly escaped serious injury on the set of the upcoming Resident Evil movie when a 150-pound blood bag prop nearly struck him. Cregger described the incident as a near-fatal accident during the practical filming of a zombie attack scene. The film is set to release on September 18.
Marvel’s Wolverine Story Trailer is Packed With Action, Drama, and A Huge Sentinel
Insomniac Games released a new story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, showcasing action-packed moments and dramatic narrative elements. The trailer features encounters with villains like Omega Red, Lady Deathstrike, and Sabretooth, and hints at a plot involving Trask kidnapping mutants. Marvel's Wolverine is set to launch on September 15th for PlayStation 5.
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.
Marvel star Simu Liu promises some "positive updates" soon as fan begs him to do justice to Sleeping Dogs…
Actor Simu Liu has indicated that positive updates regarding the Sleeping Dogs movie adaptation are forthcoming. The project, which is being directed by Timo Tjahjanto, has faced several delays since its initial announcement in 2017. The 2012 game Sleeping Dogs, developed by Square Enix, is an open-world action title set in Hong Kong.
Final Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer takes emotional rewind through first three MCU films before delivering a Peter and MJ gut punch and extended Savage Hulk fight
The final trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day features a recap of Tom Holland's Peter Parker's journey through the first three MCU films, culminating in a poignant moment with MJ. The trailer also showcases extended fight sequences against villains like Savage Hulk and Scorpion, and hints at the film's release on July 29th in the UK and July 31st in the US.
Splatoon Raiders Video Review
Arc Raiders' loot grind mechanics are a stylish fit for the series. The game offers an action-packed experience with a focus on collecting gear.
Stellar Blade rated for Nintendo Switch 2
The action game Stellar Blade has received a 'Mature' rating from the Entertainment Software Ratings Board for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is slated for release on Nintendo's next-generation platform later this year.
This week in PC games: a Mass Effect-style RTS, a gamebook RPG for back-stabbing nobles, and a civilisation builder that offers to teach you kanji
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres such as a Mass Effect-inspired RTS called ZeroSpace, a political RPG gamebook titled The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian, and a civilization builder with Japanese language learning elements called Worlds Upon The Wind. Other notable titles include the medieval fencing simulator Ritter & Rotwein and the horror demo Moldrise.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 20, 2026
This week's gaming releases include Seed, Scarlet Deer Inn, LIFTED, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Disgaea Mayhem, Tormentum II, Helix: Descent N Ascent, Splatoon Raiders, and Gurei. The titles span various genres including MMORPG, Action, Adventure, Fighting, and Puzzle, launching on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
