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Takashi Yamazaki, writer and director of Godzilla Minus Zero, stated he is “fifty‑fifty” about returning for a third film. He praised the ambiguous ending, noting it leaves room for continuation while satisfying audiences. Yamazaki expressed sadness if Minus Zero were his last Godzilla entry but indicated a desire to revisit the franchise in the future. He is currently developing Grandgear, Sony’s first English‑language feature starring Sam Nivola, Nico Parker, and Paul Giamatti, slated for February 18, 2028. [...]

Apple Arcade added four new titles, including NBA 2K27 Arcade Edition, which for the first time lets players compete with WNBA teams, and Crossy Road Rush, an adventure‑style expansion of the popular franchise featuring obstacle courses and up to four‑player multiplayer. The platform also announced Football Manager 27 Touch, an update to the 26 Touch version with new rosters, a redesigned iPhone interface, and enhanced recruitment tools. Apple highlighted recent updates to other games and noted several titles that will soon leave the [...]

Earth captured a temporary mini‑moon, 2026 QQ8, which entered orbit in April 2026 and was first observed in August 2026. The International Astronomical Union’s Minor Planet Center announced the discovery on October 29. QQ8 will remain bound to Earth until December 2026, after which it will escape in 2027. The object orbits the Sun every 359 days, approaches Earth roughly every decade, and will come as close as 353,000 miles (568,000 km). At about 6 feet (2 m) in diameter, it would burn up if it [...]

The #SaveMassEffect campaign seeks either a new developer or a sale of the franchise from EA, after BioWare’s closure halted Mass Effect 5. BioWare co‑founder Trent Oster estimates a new AAA title would cost over $200 million, citing the need for a substantial upfront investment and a robust business plan. Fans have gathered more than 300,000 signatures on Change.org, while industry voices debate whether a buyer could afford and execute a high‑quality sequel. The debate highlights the financial [...]

Instagram has launched its free Edits video editor for macOS, adding a multi‑track timeline, advanced color controls, and keyboard shortcuts to support larger projects. The desktop app handles both horizontal and vertical videos, exports watermark‑free 4K footage, and lets users publish directly to Instagram with tagging and location features. It includes keyframe editing, audio waveforms, LUT import, and unlimited automatic captions in multiple languages. Instagram plans weekly desktop updates and future cross‑platform editing.

PlayStation Store added the 80s‑inspired supernatural action RPG Kingdom of Night on November 5, 2026. The title, originally released on PC the previous year, is now available for $19.99 on PS5. Developed by Black Seven Studios and published by Dangen Entertainment, the T‑rated game has earned “Very Positive” reviews on Steam from over 300 users. Players praise its pixel‑art world, open exploration, character customization, and local co‑op. The story follows high‑schooler John as he battles demonic forces in [...]

The U.S. government issued a joint warning of an “ongoing cyber threat” to industrial refrigeration systems after cyberattacks targeted freezers in supermarkets, military bases, and a blood bank. CISA, the FBI, and other agencies noted that hackers have manipulated internet‑connected cold‑chain monitoring devices, potentially raising temperatures to cause fire hazards, inventory loss, and equipment damage. The attacks, reported in the UK, Europe, and the U.S., affected units from Danfoss and other vendors, prompting calls to remove remote [...]

Amazon Luna has added EA’s Madden NFL 27 and NBA The Run to its free library, available today for users with an active Amazon Prime membership. The sports titles, released in August, are now part of Luna’s Prime perks, allowing players to stream the games without additional cost. Amazon also announced the release of the “MADDEN” movie on Prime Video, scheduled for November 18, tying the gaming and streaming offerings together. The move expands Luna’s sports catalog [...]