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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the spin-off series, for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Details are scarce, but the game is described as 'coming soon'. The announcement follows news that Dragon Quest XI has restarted development.
World of Tanks: HEAT Released
World of Tanks: HEAT, a new free-to-play hero-driven tank game and spinoff of Wargaming's original World of Tanks, is now available on PC via Steam. The game offers a fresh experience within the established franchise.
The Boys showrunner suggests upcoming spin-off Vought Rising will be set across multiple timelines
The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke has hinted that the upcoming spin-off Vought Rising, set in the 1950s, may explore multiple timelines and feature surprises. The series will delve into the origins of Supes with V-One, potentially bridging connections with characters from The Boys and the cancelled Gen V spin-off. Vought Rising is slated for release on Prime Video in 2027.
The Boys season 5 finale ending explained: What happened to every character in episode 8?
The season 5 finale of The Boys, titled 'Blood and Bone,' concludes the series with the deaths of Homelander and Billy Butcher. Homelander is killed by Butcher after losing his powers, and Butcher dies from a gunshot wound inflicted by Hughie after attempting to release a supe-killing virus. The episode also details the fates of other characters, including Kimiko gaining powers, Mother's Milk reuniting with his family, and Hughie starting an audio-visual shop with a pregnant Annie January. The finale also touches on the fates of characters from the Gen V spin-off and confirms Soldier Boy's return in a 2027 prequel series, Vought Rising.
Stranger Things creators claim season 2's divisive episode about Eleven's 'sister' was never a backdoor pilot for a spin-off: "That’s gross. We would not do that"
The Duffer brothers have stated that the divisive season 2 episode featuring Eleven's 'sister' Kali was never intended as a backdoor pilot for a spin-off. They clarified during a podcast that the episode was not designed for that purpose. Kali and her friends were later featured in season 5, where she aided Eleven in the series finale.
The Boys fans are wondering how the final season would be different if it wasn't setting up upcoming spin-off…
Fans of The Boys are discussing how the final season's narrative might be influenced by the setup for the upcoming spin-off, Vought Rising. Many viewers feel that a significant portion of the current season has been dedicated to establishing elements for the new series, potentially altering the direction of Homelander's storyline.
Starbreeze hasn't declared Payday 3 dead yet, but it's launching yet another spin-off this year—this…
Starbreeze has announced a new partnership with Gamefam to develop a new Payday game for Roblox, set to launch later this year. This marks the second Payday experience on the platform, following Notoriety: A Payday Experience. The studio assures that these external projects do not mean Payday 3 is abandoned, but rather that they are licensed to external studios.
Soldier Boy never being an actual soldier may be a focal point in upcoming spin-off Vought Rising, as The Boys fans spot…
A fan theory suggests that Soldier Boy's lack of actual military service will be a central theme in the upcoming spin-off series Vought Rising. Evidence from the show and promotional material indicates that while other characters display military honors, Soldier Boy's uniform lacks such distinctions, hinting at a fabricated persona.
Disgaea Mayhem gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, new trailer
NIS America has announced that Disgaea Mayhem will be released on July 23, 2026, for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This action RPG spinoff of the Disgaea series allows players to control a mercenary named N.A. and features weapon customization, character progression, and the ability to recruit classic demons.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 boss says "more adventures" are on the cards, as he teases What If?-style…
Showrunner Eric Robles discussed the future of Stranger Things: Tales From '85, suggesting that more adventures are possible and that the series could explore "What If?" style scenarios. He expressed enthusiasm for continuing to build upon the established world and characters, hinting at potential for future installments beyond filling narrative gaps.
Splatoon Raiders release date confirmed for July 23
Nintendo has announced that Splatoon Raiders will be released for the Nintendo Switch on July 23, with pre-orders now available. The spin-off title focuses on a single-player adventure with customization and loot-gathering mechanics, though it also supports online and local multiplayer. New amiibo figures featuring Frye, Shiver, and Big Man will also launch on the same day.
Splatoon Raiders spin-off for Switch 2 resurfaces with summer release date
Nintendo has revealed a new trailer and a July 23 release date for Splatoon Raiders, a single-player spin-off for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will feature character customization, mechanical gadgets, and combat against Salmonids, with support from the Deep Cut characters. New amiibo figures for Deep Cut will also launch alongside the game.
Splatoon Raiders Isn't Single-Player-Only After All
Nintendo announced that Splatoon Raiders, a spin-off title for the Nintendo Switch 2, will launch on July 23. Despite being marketed as single-player focused, the game will support online and local wireless co-op for up to three additional players. The title will also feature gameplay elements similar to Splatoon 3's Salmon Run mode, including gear crafting and upgrading.
Spider-Noir showrunner says there are other unannounced Spider-Man variant projects in the works
The co-showrunner of the upcoming Spider-Noir series, Oren Uziel, has revealed that multiple unannounced projects featuring different Spider-Man variants are in development. These projects aim to elevate existing genres by incorporating a Spider-variant character, similar to the approach taken with Spider-Noir.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 showrunner teases Will's relationship with Hawkins' punky new kid Nikki: "We liked the idea of bringing somebody in who's never gonna judge him"
Showrunner Eric Robles discusses the new character Nikki Baxter in the animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales From '85, highlighting her role in supporting Will Byers. Robles explains that Nikki, a new student who doesn't judge Will, fills a void in his ability to confide in others. The spin-off aims to explore the characters' lives between seasons and introduce new dynamics.
The original actors' ages aren't the only reason Stranger Things: Tales from '85 is animated, says…
The animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales from '85 was chosen over live-action primarily because the original actors have aged significantly since the show's early seasons. Showrunner Eric Robles also highlighted that animation allows for more extreme and ambitious creative choices that would be impractical or too costly in live-action. The series, set between seasons 2 and 3, focuses on the younger characters and premieres on April 23.
God of War Faye Spin-Off With Tyr Reportedly in Development
Reports suggest Santa Monica Studio is developing a God of War spin-off game centered on the character Faye, potentially featuring Tyr and exploring multiple mythologies beyond Norse. While unconfirmed by Sony, the rumor has generated excitement among fans for a potential new direction for the franchise after God of War Ragnarök.
God of War Faye Spin-Off Rumored with Tyr and Multiple Mythologies
A rumor suggests Santa Monica Studio is developing a God of War spin-off centered on Faye, Kratos' late wife and Atreus' mother. The game would reportedly feature Tyr and explore multiple mythologies beyond Norse legend. This potential title could delve into Faye's backstory and her relationship with Kratos before the events of the rebooted series.
Early drafts of Stranger Things: Tales from '85 featured way more Steve, Hopper and the adults, but the creative team cut scenes to bring back the franchise's "youthful innocence"
Early drafts of the animated series Stranger Things: Tales from '85 featured more adult characters like Steve Harrington and Jim Hopper, but scenes were cut to emphasize the franchise's youthful innocence. The spin-off, set between seasons 2 and 3, focuses on the younger characters' smaller-scale adventures before the major world-saving events of later seasons.
Next God Of War game will include British mythology claims rumour
Rumors suggest the next God of War spin-off, potentially overseen by Cory Barlog, will feature Faye as the playable character and incorporate elements from various mythologies including British, Mayan, Chinese, and Japanese. The game may also include Kratos and Týr, and feature Merlin as a talking sword. Gameplay is rumored to be faster-paced, compared to Devil May Cry.
