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Jafar Panahi might be more synonymous with Berlin say over Cannes, but he has left his mark with the likes of 1995 Camera d’Or winner The White Balloon and masterwork Crimson Gold back in 2003 in the Un Certain Regard section. The Iranian neorealist who redefines what it means to be an artist under house arrest, has previously shored up in comp with 3 Faces (read our ★★★ review) . Past the midway point of the competition, not much is know on It Was Just an Accident – we assume that is was filmed last year. With the backing of France and Luxembourg coin, this simply goes by a minor accident sets in motion a series of escalating consequences.…...

Spoiler Alert !!!This article contains heavy spoilers for future episodes of the One Piece anime.

Imu, the secret ruler of the world and the master of the Gorosei, might be a figure shrouded in mystery, but that won’t stop the One Piece fandom from theorising about their powers and origins. One such One Piece fan has come up with a theory suggesting that the story’s Impel Down arc may have sneakily revealed the powers of Imu-sama and the Gorosei.

If this theory turns out to be true, then it would cement Eiichiro Oda as the King of Foreshadowing, because we’ve been under the impression that it was the Egghead Arc that first revealed their powers. Allow us to dissect this theory for you and discuss its legibility.

One Piece: The Impel Down prison and its six levels The Impel Down Prison is One Piece’s most...

One rumor is gaining serious traction (and backlash): Denzel Washington is stepping into the role of Magneto. According to recent reports, the legendary actor is confirmed to play a race-swapped version of the iconic X-Men villain. While many fans are hyped to see what Washington brings to the table, not everyone’s on board.

The announcement has sparked waves of racist outrage online, proving once again how deep-rooted bias runs in fandom spaces. As Marvel continues pushing for more inclusive casting, this move could reshape the MCU and challenge some uncomfortable truths along the way.

Marvel eyes Denzel Washington for the Magneto role, but fan reactions are divided Denzel Washington in Crimson Tide | Credits: Hollywood Pictures

Marvel reportedly wants Denzel Washington to play Magneto in the MCU. On May 16, “Comic Media” posted the update via Instagram. Jeff Sneider from The Hot Mic podcast claims Marvel is seriously considering Washington for the role.

The Young and the Restless spoilers suggest Mariah Copeland (Camryn Grimes) is hiding something, and it was very evident during the Tuesday, April 29 episode.

Still, what kind of secret is she keeping under wraps, and how will it affect her relationship with Tessa Porter (Cait Fairbanks) moving forward? Here are three possible storyline scenarios!

A One-Night Stand

As soon as Mariah entered Crimson on the April 29 show, Young and the Restless fans could sense something was “off” with her. She immediately looked guilty of something, so could she have engaged in a one-night stand with another woman?

After all, she returned from a business trip, so it’s quite possible that she may have crossed a line with someone else over drinks at the hotel bar. One bevy may have led to another, until she found herself in bed with someone other than her wife!

Met Up With An Old...

April decided to save all of its issues for the end, going out with a whopping nine titles along with Free Comic Book Day! There's a lot to get through, so let's jump into those splash pages!

This Week in Star Wars Comics, we have a new Poe Dameron series, The Battle of Eriadu, Free Comic Book Day, and more!

Hyperspace Stories-- Codebreaker #1

The new all-ages series from Dark Horse Comics stars everyone's favorite Resistance pilot and his little rolling ball droid too. Poe Dameron and Bb-8 must track down a piece of First Order technology that's endangering the cause. This tech can decode Resistance messages, and it must be found!

Hyperspace Stores-- Codebreaker #1 is written by Ethan Sacks, the illustrator is Marc Yarza, and the cover artist is Diego Galindo.

The High Republic-- Fear of the Jedi #3

There's a huge focus on the Battle of Eriadu this week as...

This week on the Film Stories Podcast Network: close-up warfare, close-up aliens, close-up nuclear submarines and more. Here’s what we’ve been up to…

Reel Talk

War! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing, which certainly seems to be Alex Garland’s message in his new film Warfare, discussed here by Sam Stokes and guest, Film Stories’ own Ryan Lambie…

The Rest of Us

A brand new season of The Last of Us is here with 2×01 ‘Future Days’, so join host Maria Lattila and guest Hugh McStay to discuss all facets of Joel and Ellie in the premiere…

Podmetheus

Get away from this podcast, you–not really! You’re welcome to come on in and join Aj Black, plus guest Kat Hughes, to discuss James Cameron’s iconic 1986 sequel, Aliens…

The Collectors Commentary

Physical media aficionados Mark McManus and Ian Buckley are back to focus in on Second Sight...

Young and the Restless spoilers reveal that Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) is seething, Claire Grace Newman (Hayley Erin) is pushing, and Holden Novak (Nathan Owens) is plotting.

As we always do on early edition day, we are going to start with what’s happening the rest of this week, and that starts on Wednesday, March 5th.

Victor and Jack’s Tense Confrontation at the Gcac: Abbott vs. Newman Feud Intensifies

Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) runs into Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman), and he’s at the Gcac. They’re both there with their wives, and Victor is talking about his idiot brother Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson). That’s a really nice thing to say, starting a communications company, and he’s telling Jack that Billy is a stain on John Abbott’s reputation, just being real nasty.

Jack and Diane Jenkins (Susan Walters) realize that somebody has leaked the information about...

The French Connection. Unforgiven. The Poseidon Adventure. Crimson Tide. Hoosiers. Gene Hackman is one of the most outstanding actors of this generation—or any generation. At the age of 95, he lived a remarkable life, one of acclaim and prestige. Regretfully, his death is clouded in mystery. His roles will be cherished for decades to come. His two Oscars will be on the cinephile's mantle forever.

Yet, among nerds, he will always be Lex Luthor.

Some nerds (and critics) thought Hackman's portrayal of Superman's criminal nemesis was part huckster and used car salesman. When it's that guy, Hollywood thought they were getting a more serious tone with grit and that signature gravely voice barking commands.

He was paired with Ned Beatty, another serious thespian. Yet, when faced against Christopher Reeve, they became Abbott and Costello.

And you know what? DC Comics wouldn't have had any other way. It worked splendidly.

Critics loved the performance.

On the Mount Rushmore of great American actors — specifically those who emerged in the late 1960s and brought a transformative, bone-deep intensity to their craft over the industry-redefining decade that followed — four faces loom large: Al Pacino, Jack Nicholson, Dustin Hoffman and Gene Hackman.

The eldest of that contingent, Hackman is less familiar to younger audiences than the others, having withdrawn from acting more than 20 years ago, to write and paint in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Over a four-decade screen career, the stage-trained star gravitated to complex movies for grown-up audiences (the only significant exception being his iconic turn as Lex Luthor in the “Superman” franchise), and might have been entirely forgotten by Gen Z if not for his performance as the gruff patriarch in Wes Anderson’s cult favorite “The Royal Tenenbaums.”

Hackman’s unexpected and unusual death (he was discovered alongside his wife and dog) offers a chance...

Revered French auteur Claire Denis is in advanced talks to direct cannibalistic crime drama “The Soap Maker.”

The project, being shopped around at Berlin’s EFM, is an updated remake of Italian director Mauro Bolognini’s 1977 cult movie “Gran Bollito,” which starred Shelley Winters as a serial killer who cooked the bodies of her victims into soap, cake and cookies.

The English-language film is inspired by the true story of Italy’s Leonarda Cianciulli, who in the late 1930s and early ’40s murdered three local women in the central Italian town of Correggio and disposed of their bodies with chemicals — using what was left to make soaps, candles, cookies and cakes that she shared with people in her community.

“The Soap Maker,” which is lead-produced by the Los Angeles- and New York-based Gerry Pass via his Chrome Entertainment shingle, is being packaged by CAA and has been pitched to prospective buyers at the EFM.

Soap Hub looks at the Hits and Misses for the week of February 10-14 in the worlds of Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless.

Top 10 Hits and Misses

10. Miss: Shunning Sharon at Crimson Lights (Y&r). If characters like Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) and Summer (Allison Lanier) run into Sharon (Sharon Case) outside of Crimson Lights, have at her. But do not go into the place that she owns and unload all over her. It’s wrong on so many levels.

9. Hit: Belle and Brady’s conversation (Days). Martha Madison and Eric Martsolf showed off their great sibling chemistry as Brady needled Belle about sleeping with Ej (Dan Feuerriegel). Belle didn’t appreciate her mother spilling the tea to Brady. It ended up being a fun conversation.

Read This: Here’s what’s coming up next week on Days of Our Lives.

Having played the iconic DC character the Flash longer than anyone, Grant Gustin has now given insight into how he kept the Scarlet Speedster fresh for so long. Gustin played the Barry Allen incarnation of the character in The CW's The Flash for nine seasons and also appeared in crossovers and other shows across the Arrowverse.

Gustin told Cbr at Megacon that the show retained its freshness because he took the responsibility of playing the Flash seriously. "It was never an intentional thought about how to keep it fresh," he began. "I'm a very scene-by-scene actor. I wanted to keep it realistic. The only reason I did a decent job with the show is I took it very seriously. Try not to suck." Gustin's dedication to playing the Crimson Comet has always been evident in interactions with fans throughout his years of playing the character in the show that ended its run two years ago.

General Hospital’s fictional town of Port Charles is a bustling metropolis in upstate New York with hotels, restaurants, bars, and all kinds of hot-spots. Here is where to go If you want to see and be seen in PC.

The Hotel

If you are vacationing or in town for business, you must stay at the Metro Court Hotel. Owned by Carly (Laura Wright) and Olivia (Lisa LoCicero), the Metro Court offers luxurious rooms. One negative is a problem with security, as some guests have had their rooms broken into or have been shot at the hotel.

The restaurant and bar are always busy. You can run into some local celebrities such as the mayor, the mob boss, and even the Editor of Crimson, as the magazine’s offices are in the hotel.

If the weather is warm, the Metro Court pool is the place to be for sunbathing, swimming,...

For the Wednesday, February 5 episode of The Young and the Restless, spoilers photos tease a whole lot of family love…and tension spreading through Genoa City.

Scenes From Genoa City

Phyllis (Michelle Stafford) and Billy (Jason Thompson) finish their plotting and planning before he heads on over to the Abbott estate. He needs to talk to Jack (Peter Bergman), who is more than happy to welcome him to the family home. In fact, these brothers even share a close moment when Jack pulls Billy into his arms.

That’s not the only big family moment for Jack. He and Diane (Susan Walters) spend some good old quality time with Kyle (Michael Mealor) and Claire (Hayley Erin). For the first time in a long time, things look peaceful between Kyle and his parents. Not only do they make it through dinner without a knockdown or drag-out battle, but they even share a drink,...

Guillermo del Toro’s 2015 gothic romance movie, Crimson Peak, has a new streaming home. As of Feb. 1, it is now available on Peacock.

Crimson Peak stars Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chastain, Jim Beaver and Charlie Hunnam. Set in Victorian England, the movie follows budding author Edith Cushing (Wasikowska) as she visits a remote Gothic mansion with her new husband (Hiddleston) and his sister (Chastain). Once there, Edith finds herself haunted by ghostly visions and soon realizes there is more to her new romance than meets the eye.

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Crimson Peak was directed by del Toro, who also wrote the script with Matthew Robbins (Batteries Not Included). The gothic film was described as being inspired by iconic horror films,...

As Black Ops 6 players demand that Treyarch adopt a more realistic design approach with new skins, Call of Duty‘s controversial operators are once again at the center of controversy. While Black Ops 6 players were hoping that 2025 would see the return of more grounded designs, recent additions to the in-game store have disappointed fans. Realism in Call of Duty has been a hot topic for many years.

Black Ops 6‘s Operator skins are getting out of hand. | Credit: Activision.

Although they weren’t the first, games like Modern Warfare 3 in 2023 and Black Ops Cold War in 2020 are among the most recent to feature bizarre operator skins.

However, unrealistic skins in Call of Duty have existed since Advanced Warfare in 2014 when players could take on the role of a gingerbread man. Players appear to have had enough of Call of Duty’s increasingly strange operator skins over the last four or five years.

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Guillermo del Toro's 2015 film Crimson Peak might not be as well remembered as some of his other films, but it's a case study of Gothic romance and mystery. The film stars Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chastain, and Mia Wasikowska in a disturbing and doomed love story between Wasikowska's Edith Cushing and Hiddleston's Thomas Sharpe. In true del Toro fashion, it's a movie that relies heavily on visuals to create the compelling atmosphere its characters inhabit. Overall, its tone feels rather reminiscent of another master of horror, Alfred Hitchcock. Still, del Toro manages to pull off a story that manages both to be an homage and an original. He...

Stars: Ryan Giesen, Simon Phillips, Michael Swatton, Dela Reilley, Sienna Star | Written by Marcus Raul | Directed by Jamie Bailey

Much like airplanes, submarines are an excellent setting for films, especially in the horror and thriller genres. Not only are they inherently claustrophobic, but they also provide a great reason for the characters to stick around rather than run off to save themselves and get help. Also, as an added bonus, as long as you have access to a good simulator or a decommissioned craft, the Hmcs Ojibwa in this case, they can be shot economically on one location.

That brings us to What Lurks Beneath, the new film from director/cinematographer/editor Jamie Bailey and writer Marcus Raul. The film opens with a familiar edge-of-World-War-iii scenario in which the USS Titan, a nuclear sub under the command of Captain Banks, is the only craft with the position and payload to,...

In Starfield, if players commit crimes like stealing, attacking someone, or destroying ships, they get a bounty placed on them by the factions that control the area. The more serious the crime, the higher the bounty. This bounty is known across that faction's territory, so if players enter a system where they've committed a crime, they'll immediately be recognized as a criminal. While interesting, this system needs to be overhauled by the upcoming Starborn Dlc.

The current system doesn't offer much for players who want to play as pirates. While piracy is an option, especially if players side with the Crimson Fleet faction, the consequences make it hard to pursue that lifestyle without sacrificing other aspects of the game. There aren’t any long-term ways to escape the authorities, which forces players to either live as pirates and miss out on many features or give up piracy to enjoy the rest of the game.

It’s Christmas, and The Young and the Restless cast and sets got all dressed up for the occasion. Soap Hub is gifting you this slideshow full of gorgeous moments from behind the scenes at the CBS daytime drama. Plus, there’s a great Y&r video of the sets included.

Merry Christmas From Genoa City

Y&r shared a beautiful video showing each set all decked out in its Christmas finest. Check out a peek of Crimson Lights, the Newman ranch, and the Abbott mansion in the clips below.

In the slideshow below you’ll see Eric Braeden (Victor) and Melody Thomas Scott (Nikki) posing in front of the Christmas tree at the newly rebuilt old Newman ranch. Additionally, Peter Bergman (Jack) and Susan Walters (Diane) are all smiles in the Abbott living room in front of a beautiful tree.

Joshua Morrow (Nick) and Reylynn Caster (Faith) pose in front...

In a universe filled with beings of darkness and evil, Emperor Palpatine stands above the rest as Star Wars’ greatest villain. Palpatine was the main villain of all three Star Wars film trilogies, as well as countless stories in the novels, video games, and comics. Darth Sidious lurks in the background, puppeting the galaxy from the shadows, and eliminating any threat to his power with terrifying precision - including the entire Jedi Order.

Despite Emperor Palpatine’s standing as the ultimate villain of Star Wars, there are shockingly few instances of Sidious actually engaging in a lightsaber duel. The Emperor’s power comes from manipulation and control, which is why the likes of Darth Maul, Count Dooku, and Darth Vader usually do all the fighting for him. However, when fans look beyond just the films and television series within the realm of Star Wars comics, they’ll find a number...

A new dominant deck has emerged in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket. The game recently released Mythical Island, its first-ever expansion that adds over 60 new cards (not including alternate art cards) to use in decks. While 60 cards isn't enough to create a ton of new deck archetypes, the set did create a new deck that has dominated in early competitive play. The new deck featuring Celebi and Serperior is the first Grass-type deck to emerge as a potentially meta-defining deck.

Not only is the new Celebi ex deck incredibly powerful, it sets a new bar for dealing out damage thanks to a couple of key synergies. If players are able to set the deck up right and get the right coin flips, Celebi ex can easily one-shot every single Pokémon in the game, including cards it would otherwise be at a disadvantage against. This new deck sets the new standard within Pokémon Tcg Pocket,...

Marisa Paredes, the star of Pedro Almodóvar’s High Heels and The Flower Of My Secret, has died aged 78.

Paredes’ extensive career spanned nearly 80 feature films and a similar number of television productions over six decades.

Paredes also served as president of the Spanish Film Academy from 2000-2003 and received the industry’s highest awards, including an honorary Goya for lifetime achievement in 2018, the National Cinematography Award in 1996, and the Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts in 2007.

Her final film, road movie Emergency Exit, was directed by Luis Miñarro; it filmed earlier this year and is still to be released.

Spoilers for "Creature Commandos" to follow.

As co-president of DC Studios, James Gunn has (to borrow from the competition) great power and great responsibility. As DC fan, I appreciate that he's doing his part to boost the company's comic books. So many other superhero movie writers treat the comics as only raw material, but Gunn's got real passion for them.

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You can see that earnest love in how deep he pulls from the comics. At Marvel Studios, Gunn elevated the Guardians of the Galaxy into the mainstream and made his fave Rocket Raccoon a household name. Gunn's "The Suicide Squad" was similarly filled with deep cuts from DC comic books. No one else would make a blockbuster starring characters like Peacemaker (John Cena), Ratcatcher (Daniela Melchior), and Polka-Dot Man.

For the Wednesday, December 11 episode of The Young and the Restless, spoilers photos show Sharon having a moment of relief, Diane trying to rebuild her relationship with Kyle, and so, so much more!

Scenes From Genoa City

Are the tides finally turning for Sharon (Sharon Case)? It seems so. The truth about her meds is out, and Sharon now knows her actions weren’t her fault. For the first time in weeks, she can finally smile…at least at home with her family and Nick (Joshua Morrow). Will they be able to talk some sense into her?

She may not be so cheerful when she gets to Crimson Lights and runs into Phyllis (Michelle Stafford), though. Thankfully, she’s not alone. Surely, Faith (Reylynn Caster), Lauren (Tracey Bregman), and Michael (Christian LeBlanc) will step in if the insults go too far. Talk about an awkward meetup.

More: Find out what...

One stunt in a Denzel Washington action movie nearly went horribly wrong, a stuntman reveals. Throughout his career, Washington has appeared in many celebrated roles, winning Oscars for his performances in Glory and Training Day. He continues to expand his filmography alongside well-known Hollywood talent. Unlimited in terms of range or genre, some other credits include Malcolm X, Much Ado About Nothing, Remember the Titans, American Gangster, and Fences (which he also directed). However, it has been Washingtons action thriller roles that do particularly well at the box office, as evidenced by The Equalizer franchise.

Among his more famous movies is 2004s Man on Fire, where he played John W. Creasy, a former CIA agent who targets criminals responsible for kidnapping Lupita Ramos (Dakota Fanning). That film marked Washingtons second collaboration with the late Tony Scott, having already starred in Crimson Tide. The pair would reunite for three more riveting productions,...

The Young and the Restless spoilers for Monday, November 25, 2024, are here! In the next episode, fans can expect Jordan (Colleen Zenk) to put on a disguise to accomplish her next mission.

Coming Up On The Young and the Restless

There is still the Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) phone mystery to address. Also, Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) attempts to play Cupid, but with which characters? Keep reading and let’s talk about what is coming up in the next episode of the CBS soap opera.

The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Chance Chancellor’s Investigation

Y&r spoilers for Monday, November 25 reveal that Chance Chancellor (Conner Floyd) will finally listen to Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford). While Phyllis is enraged that Chance never listened to her about Sharon before, she will want to prove her point.

Phyllis told Chance about Sharon’s text messages, which caused her to crash. Phyllis will insist...

Guillermo del Toro has a way of turning dark and fantastical worlds into something magical. His films often flip the script, making monsters the misunderstood heroes and humans the real villains. Over the years, he’s earned critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base, picking up Oscars for The Shape of Water and Pinocchio. Interestingly, much of his inspiration comes from unlikely sources, including Guillermo del Toro’s favorite Kubrick films, Barry Lyndon and Eyes Wide Shut—two movies that reveal a side of Kubrick not everyone appreciates.

In a 2015 interview with Little White Lies during the release of Crimson Peak, del Toro revealed that his favorite Kubrick films are two that often get overlooked: Barry Lyndon and Eyes Wide Shut. “I like the Kubrick that nobody likes,” he said, pointing out that these aren’t the iconic blockbusters like 2001: A Space Odyssey or The Shining. Instead, they’re quieter,...

On Saturday November 16 2024, Oxygen broadcasts Accident, Suicide, or Murder!

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The upcoming episode of “Accident, Suicide, or Murder” titled “The Crimson Staircase” promises to be a gripping story filled with intrigue and tension. This episode focuses on a prominent booster who has strong connections to Alabama football. Known for his influence and status, he suddenly finds himself in a troubling situation that leads to his downfall.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will see the booster fighting to clear his name amidst growing suspicions. Just when it seems he might regain control of his life, a shocking twist occurs. His naked dead body is discovered by his housekeeper in a scene that is both bloody and chaotic. This discovery raises many questions about what really happened and whether it was an accident, suicide, or murder.

The investigation will delve into the booster’s life, exploring...

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Setting up your deck right in Pokmon Tcg Pocket is crucial to winning battles, including with the powerful Charizard Ex card. Battling is a huge part of Pokmon Tcg Pocket, but with over 200 cards already in the game and endless combinations for decks, it can be overwhelming for beginners.

In Pokmon Tcg Pocket, you can face off against the AI, random online opponents, or even friends using a 20-card deck of your choice. One of the strongest cards currently available is the Charizard Ex card, but building the best possible deck to support it is key to getting the most from the Generation One Fire-type. It is one of the best decks in Tcg Pocket,...

On the heels of the “Crimson Eye” Halloween Community Event coinciding with the release of Phasmophobia on PlayStation and Xbox, Kinetic games has announced that the co-op horror title has now surpassed 20 million copies sold globally across PC and consoles. In fact, since Phasmophobia was released into Early Access on PlayStation and Xbox, it’s already racked up over 250,000 in sales to add to that total.

Originally entering into Early Access on Steam back in September 2020, Phasmophobia has become a phenomenon, attracting millions of players with its immersive gameplay, chilling atmosphere and its co-operative ghost hunting mechanics.

“We are absolutely thrilled to see Phasmophobia reach this incredible milestone of over 20 million copies sold,” said Daniel Knight, Managing Director & Lead Developer at Kinetic Games. “The journey has been nothing short of amazing, and it’s all thanks to our dedicated community of players who continue to share their passion for the game.

Eddie Brock has almost always been the host of the Venom symbiote making it a huge shock that he is about to bond with the even more dangerous off-shoot Carnage. While Eddie began his tenure as Venom as a villain, he has had one of Marvel's greatest redemption arcs in the decades since, becoming a firmly heroic character, but what will happen when he becomes Carnage is anyone's guess.

Marvel has announced Eddie Brock: Carnage written by Charles Soule, with art by Jesus Saiz which will bring together the oddest couple in Marvel's ever-expanding symbiote lore yet.

The series is set to have gamechanging implications not just for Eddie and the Carnage symbiote, but for Marvel's current Venom War crossover event as well. Fans still don't know who the final host of Venom will be, but now it seems it will not be Eddie Brock, forcing him into a surprising...

Ever since being crushingly disappointed by "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," my interest in "Star Wars" has been on a nearly uninterrupted downslide. There have been no movies in the ensuing five years, and with one exception, the Disney+ TV shows have become so wrapped up in linking story threads to Dave Filoni's animated projects that they've completely alienated me. Even "The Acolyte," the one show that was promised to be a fresh start that wasn't tied to any major lore or characters, ended up eventually succumbing to that same fate.

The one exception has been "Andor," the exceptional series from Tony Gilroy that's returning soon for its second and final season, and now there's a new-ish video game that seems to operate in similar territory. Star Wars Outlaws, which arrived less than two months ago, is an open-world, third-person adventure game where you play as a thief named Kay Vess,...

While Stardew Valleys 1.6 update adds plenty of amazing content, the hugely popular Stardew Valley Expanded mod has also just released an enormous update that deserves attention. For many Stardew Valley players, mods provide a perfect way to fill the time between new official content from ConcernedApe. Stardew Valley Expanded is one of, if not the best example of this, and its most recent update has only further improved its impact on the original game.

Stardew Valley 1.6 will soon arrive on consoles, a long-awaited development that has naturally been met with huge excitement. However, for PC players who have already found all of Stardew Valleys newest secret features, this mod can still provide many more hours of extra content to explore. Although starting new farms for major updates can help to expand the effective lifespan of the game, the modding community that has sprung up around Stardew Valley has plenty of...

Having a good ship available is undoubtedly one of the many important mechanics to consider when starting to play Starfield.

There are many classes of ships to choose from within the game universe, and it all depends on the type of use the player wants to give when exploring the different galaxies and planetary systems.

Many players tend to focus on the cargo capacity that ships can carry to take advantage of all the materials and resources found on planets.

On the other hand, there are users who prefer to concentrate more on the ship’s combat aspect, opting for high firepower to board and destroy enemy ships. These are the best ships in Starfield.

Abyss Trekker This Class C ship in Starfield makes a ton of damage. Image via Reddit user LimeyInLimbo.

This ship is a Class C and primarily focuses on firepower. It stands out because of its...

As a mecha series, Neon Genesis Evangelion's EVAs are a core part of the franchise. Their design mixes perfectly with their narrative cohesion into the plot while also being visually appealing to the eyes and perfect for modeling kit fans everywhere. The EVAs are less mechanical robots of mass destruction and more bio-organic lifeforms akin to human lifeforms in a metallic frame. Created by the organization Gehirn and developed further by Neele and Seele, Eva units have godlike powers that can reshape the world and even initiate the Third Impact.

Though they may be giant humans, the EVAs are equipped with metallic plates to give them a more mecha-based design, and some of these designs have become symbolic of the franchise itself. Purple and green on a metallic frame have become synonymous with Neon Genesis Evangelion. With the franchise possibly concluding with Evangelion 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time, it's a good...

On The Young and the Restless, Sharon’s spiral culminated in her or someone else potentially killing Heather. However, because of Sharon’s reluctant narrator status and her delusions, fans weren’t completely sure whether Heather met a permanent demise or it was all a hallucination. Yes, Sharon’s that messed up right now.

Heather’s Fate Answered

The showdown between Heather (Vail Bloom) and Sharon (Sharon Case) happened on Friday, September 27. The attorney’s family — Daniel (Michael Graziadei) and Lucy (Lily Brooks O’Briant) — have worried about her ever since. Even though a sudden text from Heather clued them into her leaving town. In reality, Sharon, who possessed Heather’s phone, sent the text.

Read This: Soap Hub wonders about a wild, potential Heather plot twist here.

Bloom recently discussed Heather’s fate. Her character died that fateful night she surprised Sharon after the woman broke into Daniel’s place.

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One of the most important aspects to consider when starting to play Starfield is how to manage and handle the amount of credits you possess.

The monetary system will be key to improving your ship, weapons, equipment, and everything in general. Beyond the skill tree, you practically won’t be able to do anything in the game without credits.

Fortunately, Bethesda has designed various ways to earn credits quickly and easily. This guide will offer several alternatives to making money fast without needing to sacrifice too much time in the process. This is a guide on how to make money quickly in Starfield.

There Are Several Options to Earn Quick Credits in Starfield Starfield guides: How to make money fast.

Starfield launched to mixed reception, garnering some critical acclaim while simultaneously receiving a thorough beating online from critics and players alike. The criticisms were manyfold, although largely centered around the lack of traditional Bethesda design that fans had come to know and love from their plethora of award-winning titles. Thankfully, a series of updates have fixed some of the numerous issues plaguing the game at launch, and the Shattered Space Dlc promises to further rectify even more of them.

However, it's hard not to feel that Starfield was somewhat doomed from the start and that Shattered Space is too late, despite the many promises it makes. There is one fundamental problem with Starfield, one that was controversial even before the game launched, with developers jumping to its defense despite its overall absurdity. Shattered Space, with all of its good intentions, cannot fix this issue so inherently baked into Starfield's game design,...

2024 marks Lego's 25th anniversary with Star Wars sets, featuring exclusive minifigures honoring the entire Star Wars timeline. New Star Wars Lego sets have already hit store shelves in 2024, with many more planned for release throughout the year. The new sets include the Clone Trooper & Battle Droid Battle Pack, The Crimson Firehawk, Darth Maul's Sith Infiltrator, and Barc Speeder Escape, catering to different ages and preferences.

2024 is building up to be a great year for Star Wars Lego sets. With Star Wars models first releasing in 1999, 2024 marks Lego's 25th anniversary with the franchise, having been one of the toy company's most consistently popular product lines for decades. To that end, new Star Wars Lego sets have already hit store shelves in 2024, with many more on the way.

Lego's Star Wars plans for 2024 have recently been teased with the upcoming release of special 25th-anniversary models which will reportedly come with...

Star Wars Outlaws features a number of difficult choices that will ultimately determine Kay Vess' standing with the four Syndicates. She often has the choice between two options, with one increasing her reputation with one Syndicate and lowering it with another. One such choice is whether players should take Tizlak, the traitorous Pyke, to Gorak.

While fans may want to reach max reputation with all Syndicates in Outlaws, this quest will either increase Kay's standing with the Pykes or avoid losing reputation with the Crimson Dawn Syndicate. It's a tough choice made even harder by all of Tizlak's tantalizing credits that are on the line. Fortunately, players who are stuck on this choice in the Syndicate Quest, "The Traitor," do have an obvious way out.

Take Tizlak To Gorak If You Want To Side With The Pykes This Will Significantly Increase Kay's Reputation With The Pykes

If players choose to...

Star Wars Outlaws' focus on open-world gameplay creates a truly immersive Star Wars experience, allowing players to build a narrative that has consequences for actions and real character development. The "Passenger" quest in the game is no exception. This quest allows players to build up a reputation with either Crimson Dawn or Pyke Syndicate, two rival crime syndicates, and has impactful repercussions for whomever the player lets down. There also is a difference in the size of rewards, depending on which syndicate is sided with during gameplay.

The "Passenger" quest involves Vess being sent out to retrieve cargo for the crime syndicate Crimson Dawn, with emphasis on the fact the cargo must not be harmed. The cargo is stolen by pirates before Vess can reach it, but it is also revealed the cargo is a living being. Vess and Nd follow the pirate ship and help break out the prisoner,...

"False Flag" is one of the simpler missions in Star Wars Outlaws, at least on paper. Kay Vess is sent on a mission by the crime syndicate Crimson Dawn. She is requested to infiltrate an Imperial ship and erase the Pyke Syndicates debt, thereby framing them for the crime. During the mission, Vesss accomplice Waka presents the option of doing the reverse and framing Crimson Dawn instead, then alerting Pyke Syndicate leader Gorak about the initial plan. Depending on how the player feels, they have the option to frame either once they reach the end of the mission.

Considering reputation is the most important aspect of Star Wars Outlaws, the ending choice of the "False Flag" mission can have a huge impact on gameplay depending on whom the player wants to have a better reputation with one of the crime syndicates. Vess is presented with two options at the end of the mission.

The Star Wars galaxy is full of some very dangerous crime syndicates. Operating across an expansive galaxy-wide underworld, several criminal groups came to power (and thrived during the Imperial Era). At the same time, many of these syndicates were eventually replaced by others heading into the New Republic era and beyond.

Palpatine had his Galactic Empire which allowed him to rule the galaxy for decades. However, the galactic underworld was an entirely different matter. Some syndicates were ruled by those who at times worked with the Imperials, while others made major moves to eliminate not only their rival syndicates, but also the Empire itself. To that end, here's every major crime syndicate in Star Wars' Skywalker saga.

Crimson Dawn Led By Maul, Then Lady Qi'ra

Rising to power just before the end of the Clone Wars, Crimson Dawn was created by the former Darth Maul to serve his interests in the criminal underworld.

The latest Star Wars game is out now, and it brings players to the seedier parts of the galaxy as they bargain with the enforcers of Jabba the Hutt, the spies of Crimson Dawn and more. Made by Massive Entertainment and Assassin's Creed developer Ubisoft, Star Wars Outlaws is the first Star Wars game to be released since Electronic Arts' 10-year exclusivity contract expired. There's been a lot of pressure to see how it performs, and so far the reviews have been mixed.

But damn it, I'm playing this game right now and I'm having a blast with it. You play as Kay Vess, a budding scoundrel who's out to make a name for herself amongst the various gangs vying for power in the Outer Rim. She's got a little merqaal buddy named Nix, who can do everything from destroying alarms and stealing from unsuspecting guards to taking part in...

Star Wars Outlaws has just been released. Fans have been waiting for long for some intergalactic action in the long-hailed franchise, but the game has already stumbled upon its launch. Released on August 30, 2024 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows, the game has been facing some severe criticism.

Lady Qi’ra has made a comeback in the franchise through Star Wars Outlaws. | Credit: CharacTour.

The major reason for this backlash is the abundance of many game-breaking bugs, which have absolutely disrupted the gameplay. Outlaws promised to give a complete Star Wars vibe, and it is doing full justice to its promises as well, just the bugs spoiling the party. However, there is one major aspect of the game that will definitely overcome these backlashes.

Lady Qi’ra from Solo: A Star Wars Story Is in Star Wars Outlaws

As revealed in the trailer, finally we can see the...

Star Wars Outlaws follows an entirely new character in Kay Vess, with a largely original ensemble and story. Still, Massive Entertainment has worked with Lucasfilm to pull from a large pool of other Star Wars media to truly embed it between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Previously, there had been the Shadows of the Empire multimedia event to bridge this gap between films, but since Disney acquired the franchise and made most of the "Expanded Universe" stories non-canon, deeming them "Legends," a new story filling this gap has been told through Marvel's Star Wars comics.

[Warning: The following article contains spoilers for Star Wars Outlaws and the Marvel Comics, War of the Bounty Hunters, Crimson Reign, and Hidden Empire.]

Kay's story takes her across the Outer Rim, dealing with some of the most despicable criminal organizations the galaxy has ever seen. After the events of The Empire Strikes Back, the Rebel Alliance is gaining power and, therefore, has...

Although having a good reputation with Crimson Dawn in Star Wars Outlaws means their Mirogana base can be walked into, the center being restricted means players need to sneak into the landing pad area. The trick to this is that there is only one route, but it is very well hidden. Whether you're having to infiltrate the base due to a bad reputation or you're able to walk about normally due to being friends with the syndicate, this will require stealth on some level.

While learning to do this is more difficult than finding out how to lockpick in Star Wars Outlaws, pulling this off is key to certain missions. While you can sneak into the base's vault to steal an Ion Blaster part in "New Tricks" early in the story, getting into the landing pad is also essential for another mission, "The Slicer". If you don't want to decrease your reputation with Crimson Dawn,...

The Witcher 3 has set a high bar for open-world action RPGs, with its gripping storytelling, unforgettable characters, and sprawling, richly detailed world. Now, it seems that an upcoming game from Korean developer Pearl Abyss is looking to capture some of that same magic and take it to new heights.

Crimson Desert, the highly anticipated title that wowed audiences at The Game Awards in 2020, is back in the spotlight with new footage from Gamescom 2024, and the hype is reaching a boiling point.

A Blend of The Witcher and Dragon’s Dogma

One of the most intriguing aspects of Crimson Desert is how it seems to be drawing inspiration from two of the most beloved action RPGs in recent memory: The Witcher 3 and Dragon’s Dogma 2.

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Marvel's deadliest symbiote, Carnage, has long been on a quest to achieve godhood; now, his newfound immunity to fire has cleared the last impediment to him reaching his goal. Fire has traditionally been the biggest danger to symbiotes, but Venom War: Carnage #1 confirms that Carnage no longer shares this weakness with the rest of his species. Marvel's Venom War promises to fundamentally change the mythos of the symbiotes, and Carnage's new fire immunity is the first significant development the crossover has thrown at readers.

Warning: Spoilers for Venom War: Carnage #1

Carnage has been on a mission to reach godhood for quite some time, and ss the mad symbiote moves up the cosmic ladder, he has finally shed his species' greatest weakness, developing an immunity to fire, the final step in his quest to become an untouchable deity in the Marvel Universe.

Venom War: Carnage #1 written by Torunn Grnbekk, with art...