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• Latest news Matt Damon filmography revisited as Nolan's The Odyssey nears release

  Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is prompting movie fans to rewatch large parts of Matt Damon’s career. Viewers are returning to franchise and prestige titles like the Bourne films, Contagion, The Martian, Interstellar and The Departed. The pieces don't exactly capture the mythic tone promised by The Odyssey, and the piece argues a lesser-known Damon fantasy film deserves another look.

• Latest news Game of Thrones RTS 'War for Westeros' delayed to 2027

  PlaySide Studios has delayed its Game of Thrones real-time strategy game, War for Westeros, until 2027. The studio says the move is to ensure the game reaches the high level of quality it is aiming for. No new release window or platform details were announced.

• Latest news Palworld nears 1 million concurrent players on Steam this weekend

  Palworld is once again among the most-played games on Steam this weekend, reaching almost 1 million concurrent players. The surge continues a pattern of high player counts and repeated returns to the top of Steam's charts. Eurogamer reports the game dominated weekend playtime figures.

• Latest news Alan Ritchson framed as modern echo of 1980s-style action heroes

  Actor Alan Ritchson increasingly plays physically dominant, low-dialogue action leads across TV and film. Recent and upcoming roles include Reacher, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Netflix’s War Machine, and Motor City. Observers compare him to 1980s stars like Schwarzenegger and Stallone and call him one of the few keeping that archetype alive.

• Latest news Marathon director Joe Ziegler leaves Bungie four months after launch

  Joe Ziegler has left Bungie, Eurogamer reports. He directed Marathon and had been at the studio for three and a half years. His departure comes about four months after the game's launch. No further details were provided.

• Latest news 007: First Light was originally intended as an ensemble 00s story

  IO Interactive originally planned 007: First Light as an ensemble piece featuring multiple 00 agents. Lead writer Michael Vogt says the game sets up that promise during training but then removes most teammates after the Slovakia incident, leaving Bond the last agent standing. The ensemble idea was trimmed to accelerate Bond’s solo character development and justify his field role.

• Latest news Forbidden Solitaire underscores games as cultural artifacts worth preserving

  A writer recounts finding old ZX Spectrum games and the memories they evoked. Forbidden Solitaire is said to capture that specific retro nostalgia. The piece argues that games are cultural artefacts deserving preservation.

• Latest news ZA/UM to lay off up to 32 staff amid ongoing disputes

  ZA/UM, developer of Disco Elysium and Zero Parades, will lay off up to 32 employees across all departments. The move was announced amid a period of public and legal disputes dating back to Disco Elysium's 2019 release. Eurogamer reported the studio's planned reductions.

• Latest news Five puzzle games that work well as makeshift co-op experiences

  A player and their partner rarely play traditional co-op because they prefer different game paces. They’ve found that single-player puzzle games often make the best shared play sessions. The article highlights five puzzle titles that accommodate differing speeds and play styles.

• Latest news Eli Roth's filmography: gore, controversy and a 'torture porn' label

  Director Eli Roth is known for graphic, gore-heavy horror films such as Hostel, Cabin Fever and Thanksgiving. His work emphasizes body horror and shock, attracting both fans and critics. Many classify his projects as "torture porn," arguing they prioritize shock value over narrative.

• Latest news Bandai Namco and Rebel Wolves confirm Blood of Dawnwalker physical release

  Bandai Namco and developer Rebel Wolves have confirmed the full Blood of Dawnwalker game will be released on disc. The title is a medieval vampire role-playing game. Physical copies will be available alongside digital distribution.

• Latest news Night School's Unhinged uses fourth‑wall tricks to bolster Netflix's games slate

  Night School (makers of Oxenfree) has released Unhinged, a horror-thriller now streaming on Netflix. The game relies on fourth‑wall‑breaking moments to create immersive scares. Its design highlights the studio's creative strengths amid Netflix's inconsistent games strategy.

• Latest news IO Interactive says 007 First Light was originally planned as an ensemble game

  IO Interactive revealed 007 First Light was once conceived as an ensemble project. The concept would have focused on a team of agents rather than solely on James Bond. The game ultimately released with a Bond-centric approach instead of the team-based idea.

• Latest news What We've Been Playing — Connor trolled, Chris revisits, Bertie ruins a game

  Eurogamer's weekly 'What We've Been Playing' roundup shares short notes from the staff. Connor is expertly trolled by a friend and offers a controversial opinion on a polarizing title. Chris revisits a widely praised classic and reflects on its earlier reception. Bertie accidentally ruins a game for himself.

• Latest news Nolan’s The Odyssey: who are the “Sea People”?

  Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey features many threats, both seen and unseen. The film repeatedly references the “Sea People” (or “People from the Sea”) as an ominous force. They are presented as a danger to Ithaca and neighboring Mediterranean polities. The group is mentioned throughout the film but remains largely a looming, offscreen menace.

• Latest news 10 new movies to stream this weekend on Peacock, Netflix, and Hulu (Jul 17–19)

  Ten new films arrive on Peacock, Netflix, and Hulu for the weekend of July 17–19. Releases cover multiple genres, providing fresh options for weekend viewing. Availability and specific titles vary by service and region.

• Latest news Hytale publishes major devblog with 22 videos and 37 images

  Hypixel Studios posted a ~4,000-word devblog featuring 22 new videos and 37 images outlining upcoming Chapter 1 content. Planned additions include a handcrafted dungeon, a goblin chieftain boss, new goblin variants and a Goblin Breach world event. The team cautions the game is still early access and not feature-complete, so there are limited reasons to return right now.

• Latest news Top Palworld mods for grind relief and quality-of-life

  Palworld mods span a wide range of features. Some let players bypass repetitive grind, while others add quality-of-life improvements. Players can pick mods to tailor difficulty and convenience to their preference.

• Latest news Deborah Ann Woll says she's unbothered by criticism of God of War: Laufey

  Since the game's announcement in early June, God of War: Laufey has attracted notable negative commentary despite only one trailer. Much of the criticism has focused on Deborah Ann Woll, who reprises the role of Laufey from God of War (2018). Woll has said she feels "totally unbothered" by the online criticism.

• Latest news BO7 & Warzone Season 4 Week 7: Six challenges unlock Unescapable Deep blueprint

  Week 7 is the final stretch of Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 4. Completing any six Week 7 challenges awards the Unescapable Deep weapon blueprint plus 10,000 XP. Each individual challenge also grants between 2,500 and 5,000 XP. The article lists the Week 7 challenges and how to complete them quickly.

• Latest news BO7 & Warzone Season 4 Week 6: Velox 5.7 chassis, Endgame token and XP

  Completing Week 6 challenges in Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 4 awards the Velox 5.7 Carbine Chassis attachment, an Endgame Restore Token and a 10,000 XP bonus. Each individual challenge also grants between 2,500 and 5,000 XP. The Dot Esports article lists all Week 6 challenges and offers tips to complete them quickly.

• Latest news Cozy-games renaissance: steady stream of indie titles fills the niche

  The cozy-games renaissance continues as indie developers produce relaxing, low‑stress experiences. These games focus on warm palettes and repetitive, comforting activities like farming and housebuilding. While there’s no major commercial successor to Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing, a steady flow of small- and mid‑scale releases keeps the subgenre vibrant.

• Latest news EA outlines plan to standardize in-game advertising platform

  EA VP of advertising Alexander Dao described a new in-game advertising platform in an interview with The Game Business. The platform is intended to standardize how ads are served across EA titles and potentially the wider industry. EA says the effort will formalize ad formats and delivery processes for games.

• Latest news Home Depot to upgrade its viral 12-foot 'Skelly' for Halloween 2026

  Home Depot has revealed its 2026 Halloween lineup and says its popular 12-foot skeleton, nicknamed Skelly, will receive a major upgrade. Skelly first debuted in 2020 and became a viral outdoor decoration, known for LED eyes and widespread TikTok attention. The retailer plans new decorative accents for the 2026 spooky season featuring the updated figure.

• Latest news Sprites return in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 with new abilities

  Sprites are back in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3, bringing a variety of new powers and abilities. They originally debuted in Chapter 6 Season 1 as supportive items. This season adds numerous new sprite types and effects for players to use.

• Latest news Satoshi Kon's films blur dreams and reality — a lasting anime legacy

  Satoshi Kon, who died in 2010 at 46, left a distinctive body of work across film, TV and manga. His projects span genres from psychological thrillers to comedies while repeatedly examining dreams, memory and the workings of the mind. Kon’s films are often recommended as an introduction to anime that tackles complex, adult themes.

• Latest news Exclusive Times Square Mewtwo items being resold for thousands

  Scopely held an exclusive Mewtwo event in Times Square for Pokémon Go’s 10th anniversary in early July. Attendees received VIP swag, and some of those items have appeared for resale. Listings show prices in the thousands, prompting player anger and criticism. Resales began surfacing about a week after the event.

• Latest news Mortal Shell 2 physical edition nearly sold out ahead of Aug 20 release

  Publisher Playstack says the limited run of Mortal Shell 2 physical editions is almost entirely sold out. The sell-through was reported ahead of the game's Aug. 20 launch. The result suggests ongoing consumer demand for physical game copies.

• Latest news Netflix Minigolf launches July 28 — crossover minigolf party game

  Netflix announced Netflix Minigolf, a couch co-op minigolf and pinball hybrid arriving for all subscribers on July 28. The game has 60+ levels set in worlds from Netflix shows like Stranger Things, Bridgerton and Squid Game, and is playable locally with up to four players using phones as controllers. Developed by Netflix-owned Next Games, it includes collectible "Pranks" to disrupt opponents and aligns with Netflix Games' shift toward social and party experiences.

• Latest news Arc Raiders fixing bug that auto-enrolled players into fourth Expedition

  A bug caused players who completed the 100K damage challenge to be automatically signed up for the upcoming fourth Expedition. Developer Embark will revert affected Departure sign-ups in waves starting Friday, July 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Players are asked to check the in-game Expedition tab and contact support if their sign-up is not reverted; opting in and Last Call remain available.