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Ezra Bridger star says Dave Filoni "went nuts" for Ahsoka season 2
Eman Esfandi, who plays Ezra Bridger in the Star Wars series Ahsoka, teased that season 2 will feature "a lot of action" and that director Dave Filoni "went nuts" with the creative direction. The upcoming season, set to arrive in 2027, will also see Hayden Christensen return as Anakin Skywalker, Grand Admiral Thrawn and Admiral Ackbar face off, and Rory McCann take over the role of Baylan Skoll.
Project Neon Blasts Onto Xbox With A Mission To Save Earth – By Invading Mars
Project Neon, a new vertical shoot 'em up from developer and publisher FULLSET, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game tasks players with saving Earth by invading Mars, dismantling planetary defense networks, and battling colossal bosses in fast-paced, 16-bit inspired action.
Angel Engine Opens The Doors To A Bleak Sci-Fi Horror
Angel Engine, a new horror and simulation game developed by HMS Studios and published by Black Lantern Collective, is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £6.69. The game combines unsettling sci-fi elements with surgical simulation, set in a post-apocalyptic future where players take on the role of a scientist involved in a desperate initiative to save humanity.
Retrace The Light Brings Stylish Sci-Fi Action And Mind-Bending Combat To Xbox
Retrace The Light, a 2.5D action-adventure RPG with a unique teleportation mechanic, is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £14.99. Developed by Xiaming Game and published by E-Home Entertainment, the game features fast-paced combat, puzzle-solving, and a science-fiction narrative set in the year 3323.
Hell Galaxy Delayed to August 12, 2026 for Final Polish Ahead of Steam Launch | Invision Game Community
Italian Games Factory has delayed the launch of its dark sci-fi action game Hell Galaxy to August 12, 2026, on Steam. This extension will allow the team additional time for final balancing, optimization, and polish to ensure a strong Version 1.0 release. Lead Producer Giorgio Xhaxho stated the delay is crucial for refining gameplay systems and delivering the best possible player experience.
Speaking of Matt Damon, there's a new survival game out this week on Steam where you're stranded on Mars and…
The new survival game Sol One, developed by yeetgench, is launching in early access on Steam on July 30. Inspired by the movie The Martian, players are stranded on Mars and must use resources, scavenge, and build a rocket to return home. The game emphasizes grounded, science-driven problem-solving and realistic environmental conditions.
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.
Blade Runner 2099 feels more "like a movie," says showrunner, as it's only 8 episodes in total
Showrunner Silka Luisa confirmed that Amazon's Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099 is planned as an eight-episode limited series, designed to tell a complete story akin to a movie. The show is set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, depicting a future where replicants hold power and humans are second-class citizens, with Hunter Schafer and Michelle Yeoh in lead roles. Ridley Scott was involved in shepherding the project.
Here's our first look at Apple TV's Neuromancer adaptation
Apple TV's adaptation of William Gibson's science fiction novel Neuromancer is set to be released on January 22, 2027. The series is based on the seminal cyberpunk novel.
Out of the Blue
San Diego Comic-Con 2026 will celebrate 60 years of Star Trek. The article briefly mentions the franchise's long history and its ups and downs.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses various topics including the game Troubleshooter, analyses of science fiction and fantasy in big tech, and a piece on Scottish novelist Lewis Grassic Gibbon. It also touches on gender dysphoria through the games Stellar Blade and Brush Burial: Gutter World, and reflects on the creation of the game Sir, You Are Being Hunted. Additionally, it explores art history through the lens of Rembrandt van Rijn and the use of oil paint, and mentions the Pervert Jam 2026 game jam.
Apple TV sets Neuromancer for January, and the new teaser cuts sharper than anyone expected
Apple TV has announced that the new series adaptation of William Gibson's Neuromancer will premiere on January 22, 2027, with the first two episodes released on launch day. Subsequent episodes will be released weekly, totaling ten episodes. The series, executive produced by Graham Roland and JD Dillard, aims to bring the seminal cyberpunk novel to life for a modern audience.
Callum Turner is a high-stakes hacker in glitchy first trailer for Apple TV sci-fi show Neuromancer
Apple TV has released the first trailer for its adaptation of William Gibson's sci-fi novel Neuromancer, starring Callum Turner as a hacker named Case. The series, set to premiere on January 22, 2027, follows Case and his partner Molly as they undertake a dangerous heist. The trailer showcases a visually striking and tense cyberpunk world.
Blade Runner 2099 release date, cast and everything else we know about the Prime Video series
The Prime Video television series Blade Runner 2099 is set to premiere on November 25, 2026, with new details revealed at San Diego Comic-Con. Set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, the show explores a future where replicants are in charge and humans are second-class citizens, featuring Hunter Schafer as a human fugitive and Michelle Yeoh as a replicant Blade Runner. Ridley Scott is an executive producer, and the series aims to capture a "sunshine noir" aesthetic.
Prime Video's Blade Runner 2099 now has a trailer and release date of November 25
Prime Video's science fiction television series Blade Runner 2099, starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, has received a release date of November 25. The series will consist of eight episodes.
Blade Runner 2099 will have "connective tissue" to the Ridley Scott and Denis Villeneuve movies, but will also…
The upcoming Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099, set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, will feature "connective tissue" to the original films while introducing a "sunshine noir" aesthetic. Showrunner Silka Luisa stated the series explores the rebirth of a city and its characters, with replicants as the new power brokers after humans lost a war. Producer Andrew Kosove assured that the series is designed for both existing fans and newcomers, with a release date set for November 25, 2026.
First Blade Runner 2099 trailer flips the iconic sci-fi franchise on its head as 2026 release confirmed
The first teaser trailer for the upcoming Prime Video television series Blade Runner 2099 has been released, confirming a 2026 debut. Set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049, the show features Hunter Schafer as Cora and Michelle Yeoh as a replicant, exploring a future where humans have lost control to replicants. The series aims for an aesthetic closer to the original Blade Runner film.
Blade Runner 2099 showrunner says Ridley Scott "shepherded" her through making new Prime Video show, reveals post-war plot with Replicant uprising
Showrunner Silk Luisa revealed plot details for the upcoming Prime Video series Blade Runner 2099, which is set 50 years after Blade Runner 2049 and features a replicant uprising where humans are now second-class citizens. Ridley Scott was heavily involved in the development process, providing insight into the franchise's mythological canon. The series, starring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer, is set to premiere in 2027.
Soma just got a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
A new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the horror and science fiction game Soma is being released, featuring improved resolution and image quality over the original version. Developed by Frictional Games, Soma explores themes of identity and consciousness within the isolated PATHOS-II facility.
Prime Video Is Reviving RoboCop as an Eight-Episode Series — and It’s Dodging One Key Question
Prime Video is reviving RoboCop as an eight-episode television series produced by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, with Peter Ocko serving as creator. The series will explore themes of technology, identity, and corporate power, preserving the spirit of the original 1987 film. Key details such as the cast and release window remain unconfirmed, and the official synopsis notably omits the character's name, Alex Murphy, and the corporation Omni Consumer Products.
