Netflix could potentially break an 85-year-old record at next year’s Oscars, with the most Best Picture nominations from one studio. The record is currently held by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, which scored five nominations at the ninth Academy Awards in 1937: The Great Ziegfeld – a fictionalised tribute to Broadway legend Florenz Ziegfeld …
Read More »Next-gen horror game Martha is Dead is coming to PS5
Martha is Dead, a horror game set in WWII-era Italy, is coming to PS5. In a trailer revealed today at the Golden Joystick Awards (opens in new tab), the game’s developer confirmed that its upcoming project will be releasing on Sony’s new console. Swapping between backstory depicted in the style …
Read More »Sackboy: A Big Adventure review: “Grabbed my heart in a big warm hug and didnt let go”
The worst thing about Sackboy: A Big Adventure is trying to find a fault with it. Which of these fabulous crafty worlds wasn’t absolutely perfect? Did any of the truly magical musical levels make my whole body vibrate with joy a little less than the others? Were any of the …
Read More »Lego Star Wars Holiday Special review: “Lovingly pokes fun at the Star Wars saga”
The original Star Wars Holiday Special holds a special place in the fandom’s consciousness. Unanimously derided as two of the worst hours of television ever created, the cash-in that brought back Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher has been the kicker of dozens of jokes – even mocked by …
Read More »HBO Max opens up a whole multiverse of possibilities for the DCEU
Anyone with an Internet connection is probably aware of the massive #ReleaseTheSnyderCut movement that swept social media in the wake of 2017’s Justice League. The short version of the saga is: director Zack Snyder stepped down from Justice League after a family tragedy and was replaced by Joss Whedon. The …
Read More »This week, The Mandalorian learns The Way isnt all as it seems
This is the Way: not just a snappy catchphrase for The Mandalorian. Mando’s code, creed, and culture all lie within those four simple words. That is, until The Mandalorian season 2, episode 3. Some doubts might now be creeping into that chrome-domed helmet of his thanks to a surprise appearance …
Read More »“Ive noticed a massive improvement in my aiming”: How neuroscience can help you get better at Call of Duty
Read more (Image credit: Activision) The real-life Nuketown: Where Call of Duty got its most iconic multiplayer map There remains a woefully prevalent misconception lurking behind the pomp and pageantry of video game shooters, and it’s the idea that you’re either naturally good at them, or you’re not. Similar to …
Read More »Fortnite Pro fishing rod: How to get the best fishing rod on the island
The Fortnite Pro fishing rod can prove to be an elusive item, and depending on how much time you’ve spend angling in the game you might not have even realised a rare version of the fishing rod exists. Trust us though, it’s out there and by using one you can …
Read More »The Best Demon’s Souls PS5 class for beginners, as well as all the other options
If you’re trying to work out what the best Demon’s Souls PS5 class is then it’s all about the starting stats, weapons and gear. There are some clear beginner options but you’ll never really be locked into a choice. You see, Demon’s Souls doesn’t do classes in the traditional sense …
Read More »Stranger Things season 4 set video teases the premiere’s mysterious new group
Stranger Things season 4 is all about shaking up the status quo. Hopper is alive and out in Russia, Steve has a new job, and now it officially looks like a new group is rocking up to Hawkins, Indiana. A new Stranger Things set video (and image) shows off the …
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