Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
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Amazon is running a T-shirt sale featuring Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon designs, with most shirts priced at $19.99 after a modest $2 discount. The sale includes several House of the Dragon options, including a dragon collage and a Targaryen Riders Crest design featuring Syrax, Vhagar, and Caraxes.
A Star Citizen development stream meant to reassure players instead revealed severe bugs and visible developer frustration, further eroding confidence in the 15-year, $1 billion project. Cloud Imperium Games showcased an internal build that crashed through basic gameplay functions, leaving the community questioning whether the ambitious space sim will ever reach a 1.0 release.
Sarah J. Maas has revealed the next two novels in her A Court of Thorns and Roses series, ending a five-year wait for fans. A Court of Splintered Harmony arrives October 27, 2026, followed by A Court of Forgotten Melody on January 12, 2027, launching the new Valkyrie Cycle storyline.
Marvel Studios has confirmed a firm July 28, 2028 release date for its Ghost Rider film starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Shawn Levy. The movie slots into a three-film 2028 slate alongside X-Men on May 5 and Black Panther 3 on December 15, positioning all three as the post-Avengers: Secret Wars reset for the MCU.
DoorDash now sells digital video games across PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox alongside its food delivery service, with hundreds of titles available at launch. DashPass members who spend $50 or more on digital games can earn up to $25 in eGift Card credit through August, with reduced offers running through the end of the year.
A new report indicates that Microsoft is considering bringing a Call of Duty studio on board to assist with future Halo projects. The move would mark a significant shift for the franchise, which has been handled exclusively by 343 Industries since 2011. If confirmed, the collaboration could reshape the direction of Master Chief's next chapter.
Footage and artwork have surfaced for Star Wars: Magellan, a cancelled multiplayer action RPG that would have let players choose between Jedi and Mandalorian classes. Developed by Echtra Games and NaturalMotion for Zynga, the project was shut down in 2025 when Zynga closed the San Francisco studio.
The Simpsons creators Al Jean and Matt Groening have publicly expressed interest in reviving the 2003 cult classic The Simpsons Hit & Run during a 2024 interview. Their comments represent the strongest indication yet that a remake or sequel could materialize after two decades of fan demand. The open-world action game remains one of the most requested titles for a modern return.
Sony has launched a new global marketing campaign called "It Happens on PS5" featuring a hero advert and worldwide installations. The campaign highlights upcoming PS5 games including Marvel's Wolverine, which launches on September 15, alongside titles like 007 First Light, God of War Laufey, and Grand Theft Auto VI.
Yeon Sang-ho, director of the hit zombie thriller Train to Busan, has detailed the video game and film influences shaping his new movie Colony. The director cites the classic puzzle game Road Runner and the 1978 sci-fi film Invasion of the Body Snatchers as key inspirations for the film's evolving zombie horde. Colony hits U.S. theaters on August 28.
