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Star Wars Zero Company får en sista trailer innan släppet
Star Wars Zero Company is set to launch next week on August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The turn-based strategy game features familiar Star Wars characters like Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex, alongside a new antagonist named Kundri Fathom. Early previews have been positive, suggesting a promising experience for fans of the genre.
Helldivers 2 is Now Sending Players Into the Void to Fight Against The Illuminates
Arrowhead Game Studios has introduced a new narrative arc for Helldivers 2, "Devoid of Liberty," which sees players fighting the alien Illuminate faction in a new region called "The Void." This update includes new objectives, enemy types like the Wretch and Crusher, and environmental challenges on transformed planets. The game also received gameplay improvements, including a raised level cap to 300 and an update to SEAF support squads.
Resonant Blade, a sci-fi action adventure game, revealed for Nintendo Switch
RedDeerGames will publish Wise Wombat Games' science fiction action-adventure title, Resonant Blade, for the Nintendo Switch. The game features a protagonist named Atlas wielding the Resonant Blade, a weapon that channels sound for destruction, against a robotic enemy force known as the Dark Synths in a ruined world. A release date for the Nintendo Switch version is yet to be announced.
1000xResist getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Fellow Traveller and Sunset Visitor announced that the science fiction thriller 1000xResist will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 20, 2026. This version will feature enhanced frame rate and resolution for the definitive experience on the platform, and will be a free upgrade for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version.
Star Wars: Starfighter teaser shown behind closed doors at D23, read an exclusive description
A teaser trailer for the upcoming film Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling as Kade Auberon, was shown exclusively at D23. The footage depicts a decommissioned Imperial starfighter and hints at a new adventure set beyond The Rise of Skywalker. Directed by Shawn Levy, the film is set to release on May 28, 2027.
Ahsoka season 2 trailer features Anakin, Clone Wars-era flashbacks and Grand Admiral Thrawn declaring war on the Rebel…
The first trailer for Ahsoka season 2 has been released, revealing the return of Anakin Skywalker in Clone Wars-era flashbacks and Grand Admiral Thrawn declaring war on the Rebel Alliance. The season will pick up with Ahsoka and Sabine stranded on Peridea, while Ezra and Thrawn escape back to the main galaxy. Ahsoka season 2 is set to premiere on Disney+ on January 20, 2027.
How Battlestar Galactica Spent 14 Years Waiting To Beat Star Trek At Its Own Game
This article analyzes how Battlestar Galactica's Cylons evolved to surpass Star Trek's robotic antagonists, particularly the Borg. Initially less frightening than Doctor Who's Cybermen, the original Cylons were overshadowed by the Borg's introduction in Star Trek: The Next Generation. However, Ronald D. Moore's 2003 reboot of Battlestar Galactica redefined the Cylons with human-like appearances and a more complex, insidious threat, ultimately establishing them as the pinnacle of robotic villains in science fiction.
Ezra Bridger star Eman Esfandi says Ahsoka season 2 has "a lot more lightsaber action" and "witches and…
Eman Esfandi, who plays Ezra Bridger in the Star Wars series Ahsoka, has teased that season 2 will feature significantly more lightsaber action, space battles, and explosions. He also hinted at the inclusion of witches and swords, and mentioned that Dave Filoni is directing. While a release date has not been announced, the actor suggested that more information might be revealed soon.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's "untranslatable" inspiration is finally getting an English release after 22…
Alain Damasio's influential French novel, Horde of the Counterwind, which inspired the game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, is finally receiving its first English translation. The book, originally published over two decades ago, will be available in the US on October 13 and in the UK on November 12. The novel's complex wordplay had previously made it a challenging text to translate.
.curator Is A New Cinematic RPG From The Author Of Altered Carbon
.curator is a new cinematic adventure RPG from STRTL Games and author Richard K. Morgan, coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players control a figure who can see and influence possible futures in a post-Victorian world. The game emphasizes player agency, investigation, and branching consequences, with its first season already written.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave preview - breaking the formula with a sci-fi twist
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave for the Nintendo Switch 2 introduces a significant sci-fi twist to the series' traditional fantasy setting, featuring laser guns and artificial beings in its opening hours. While the core gameplay remains turn-based strategy on a grid, the game expands with multiple playable characters, a semi-freeform structure reminiscent of Three Houses, and a blend of familiar mechanics with new systems like weapon degradation and unique character abilities. Despite a sometimes inconsistent tone and basic voice acting, the preview suggests a deep and enjoyable experience that innovates on the established Fire Emblem formula.
Cinematic Mode - The End of Oak Street is a dino thriller lacking bite
The End of Oak Street is a 99-minute thriller about a suburban family transported to a prehistoric era filled with dinosaurs. Despite a compelling premise and a strong performance from Anne Hathaway, the film is criticized for its lack of answers, character obliviousness, and insufficient gore, ultimately feeling toothless despite its far-out concept.
J.J Abrams confirms the connection between The End of Oak Street and the Cloverfield franchise, but it's not what…
Producer J.J. Abrams has confirmed that the upcoming horror film The End of Oak Street is not directly connected to the Cloverfield franchise, despite fan theories. Abrams clarified that the only link is Mary Elizabeth Winstead, who starred in 10 Cloverfield Lane, appearing in the film. The movie, which features dinosaurs, is set to be released on August 14.
Disney+’s 8-Episode Star Wars Series Blends Stranger Things With The Expanse
Disney+'s upcoming Star Wars series, Skeleton Crew, blends elements of Stranger Things and The Expanse, following four kids stranded in space after discovering a derelict ship. Jude Law stars as a pirate with his own agenda. The series aims for a lighter tone than other recent Star Wars shows, focusing on character-driven adventure and a sense of wonder reminiscent of Amblin films.
Light No Fire will 'absolutely' be like No Man's Sky, with new features coming post-release: Sean Murray says he'd like to still be working on it '10 years after launch'
Hello Games founder Sean Murray stated that their upcoming fantasy game Light No Fire will follow a similar post-release development model to No Man's Sky, with new features being added over time based on community feedback. He also mentioned that some features initially developed for Light No Fire, such as multi-crew ships, were incorporated into No Man's Sky updates. Murray expressed a desire to support Light No Fire for a decade after its launch.
No Man’s Sky Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Hello Games is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its ambitious space exploration game, No Man's Sky. The studio reflects on its humble beginnings and the game's evolution through numerous free updates, emphasizing its core themes of exploration, wonder, and personal adventure in a procedurally generated universe.
Lanterns showrunner hints that the grounded DC show might go cosmic: "We'd be stupid not to use everything…
Lanterns showrunner Chris Mundy discussed the DC series' initial focus on a grounded murder mystery, inspired by "True Detective," before hinting at a potential expansion into the more cosmic elements of the Green Lantern universe. Mundy stated that the team is committed to using the full scope of the Green Lantern lore, including the abilities of the ring and interstellar settings, as the story progresses. The series, starring Aaron Pierre as John Stewart and Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, is set to premiere on HBO on August 16.
Dark Matter Returns to Apple TV in Three Weeks: Your Season 1 Refresher
The science fiction series Dark Matter, based on Blake Crouch's novel, is returning to Apple TV for its second season on August 28. The show explores the concept of the multiverse, following a physicist who is thrust into alternate realities. Season two will continue the story of Jason Dessen as he attempts to shut down multiversal travel permanently while other characters pursue their own agendas.
10 Netflix Sci-Fi Series That Don’t Have a Single Weak Episode
This article highlights ten Netflix science fiction series that maintain consistent quality throughout their entire run, avoiding common pitfalls of declining quality in later seasons. Featured shows include "11.22.63," "Maniac," "Bodies," "The Tick," "Orphan Black," "Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous," "Pantheon," "Cassandra," "Dark," and "Resident Alien," praised for their engaging plots and character development.
The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus and more (August 7-9)
This week's streaming highlights from August 7-9 include the season finale of House of the Dragon on HBO Max, the penultimate episode of X-Men '97 on Disney Plus, and the new Netflix thriller The Last House. Other notable releases include the fourth season of Ted Lasso and the Star Wars anime special The Ninth Jedi.
