Modern Family is one of the most influential and beloved sitcoms of the 2010s, producing dozens of memorable and Emmy-winning episodes and performances throughout its stellar 11-season run. Using the decade's popular mockumentary structure, Modern Family explored the dysfunctional, loving dynamic…
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is limited by the era in which it was developed. It's still a fantastic game, the best one ever made for my money, but after nearly three decades, it's easy to spot not only the technical limitations, but the constraints of its scope. The upcoming Switch 2…
The biggest thing that almost every Western movie leads to is a showdown and shootout between the heroes and villains of the story. What makes a Western showdown and gunfight so special is the tension in the build-up, the character stakes, the payoff, and even teases throughout the movie where the…
I've been an iPad owner since 2012, and that includes not one but two iPad Airs. I kept the second one so long that it ended up being a hand-me-down device for my son, born several years later. I certainly didn't picture that happening when I walked out of the Apple Store. Recently, however, I've…
Bring back cheesy vampire movies The 2000s were a great time for cheesy vampire movies. Shortly before the Twilight franchise turned bloodsuckers into tortured romantic heroes for young adults, countless vampire flicks were released, filled with cringy dialogue and shlocky action sequences. Films…
While Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game and The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria are good games, there hasn’t truly been a home-run hit of a Lord of the Rings game in quite a while. That’s a high bar to clear, to be sure, but perhaps one of the best possible developers has been…
One of the X-Men's original five heroes gains an upgrade during their time with a different mutant team. Numerous branches of mutant teams have tackled different philosophies to Professor X's first squad. X-Factor began as the reunion of the original five X-Men before evolving into several…
The greatest American sports drama of all time is on Apple TV, and it surprisingly has little to do with American sports. Despite this, the show in question, Ted Lasso, has all the emotional highs and lows that define the very best entries in the genre. It proves that a sports drama's true appeal…
Star Wars has introduced several Imperial Inquisitors over the years, and here is every major one explained. Introduced in Star Wars Rebels and making their live-action debut in the Star Wars TV show Obi-Wan Kenobi, the Imperial Inquisitors are former Jedi or Force users who've been turned to…
In the second half of 1986, the first issue of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons's Watchmen hit the shelves, and the comic book world was forever changed. The series, a 12-issue story, tore apart the basic concepts of superhero comics and deconstructed the genre, taking what was wildly considered tales…
Anime characters housing formidable entities are some of the most popular in the medium. The trope has been well received in both classic and modern times, as these figures have headlined several prominent titles over the years. They make for unique narrative developments and add an exciting layer…
After waiting over a decade since the last mainline Fallout game, Bethesda finally announced several new projects in the beloved RPG franchise, which also confirmed the long-rumored Fallout: New Vegas remaster. While there's still no word yet on when we can expect to play the revitalized version of…
Supernatural thrillers have always been eagerly devoured by audiences, whether they unfold on the big screen or the small screen. The genre has produced dozens of memorable titles, but few stand out quite like Stanley Kubrick's The Shining and David Lynch's Twin Peaks. Both projects transformed…
A new trailer for an upcoming Doom-like horror game has dropped online, and its vibes may just have us extremely excited for what comes next. Those of you who are knowledgeable about the indie FPS scene may be familiar with Scumhead, a developer who has released several retro Doom throwbacks such…
(Image credit: New York Times) Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Sunday's puzzle instead then click…
Alan Ritchson has officially shut down Batman, but he's not opposed to joining the DCU. The actor has denied becoming the next Bruce Wayne, and he clarified at a panel during San Diego Comic-Con that he doesn't see it happening in the future. However, he also confirmed in that same statement that…
Hasbro has revealed a brand-new lineup of The Legend of Zelda figures, including Link, Princess Zelda, and Ganondorf. And while they're not set to be released until May 1 next year, preorders are already live for each of them at select retailers. Both Link and Zelda are priced at $27.99 (though…
Magic: The Gathering is a fantastic card game, but the Commander format has given it even more legs. It revolves around a central Commander that helms your deck, giving it a ton of personality as players gravitate towards their favorite legendary creatures to build around. Wizards of the Coast…
The Boys season 5, episode 5 features a slew of hilarious cameos and guest stars, linked to both the superhero universe and wider, meta narratives. More than most other shows on TV right now, The Boys explores modern pop culture in several ways. Be it The Boys' parodies of Marvel and DC heroes or…
The Halo franchise is well known for its music, level design, and high-octane sci-fi combat, but if there's one thing that visually sets it apart from countless other sci-fi games, it's the unque visually identify of its various factions. From zombie-like Flood, highly aggressive Covenant forces,…
Legal shows have become a cornerstone of the streaming landscape, with numerous new series capitalizing on audience fascination with ethical dilemmas, far-fetched defense strategies, and the drama that unfolds within courthouse corridors. While Netflix offers everything from more traditional legal…
A Star Wars: The Clone Wars reunion between Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen is closer than ever. As Star Wars' upcoming movies take the franchise into the future, the past risks being left behind. That said, the era of the Clone Wars remains one of the more popular sections of Star Wars' vast…
Marvel's X-Men franchise just rebooted a beloved team, debuting matching costumes as a new generation takes up the mantle. Here's every member of the team, and why this new era is so important. Debuting in 1982 as the historic creation of Chris Claremont and Bob McLeod, the New Mutants launched a…
Nintendo is officially working on a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It’s due out in 2026 on the Nintendo Switch 2, and looks to be a major seller for the developer. Nintendo has also proven that it is more than open to digging into its old catalog for remakes, especially now that…