Director Francis Lawrence confirms the Red Rising movie adaptation has shifted from Netflix to Paramount Pictures after eight years in development. The project is now a theatrical priority with a writer beginning work on the script, marking significant progress for Pierce Brown's sci-fi epic.
The Season 4 finale of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds delivers a time-travel story centered on Uhura that teases the show's eventual end while introducing a future romance with Scotty. Despite strong character work from Celia Rose Gooding, the episode resolves its central mystery with a deus ex machina that undercuts the tension built over the hour.
Apple TV's sci-fi thriller Dark Matter returns for its second season on August 28, with new episodes releasing weekly through October 30. The series adapts Blake Crouch's 2016 novel about a physicist whose life is stolen by his alternate-universe counterpart.
Discover the top 19 PS5 games set to release in 2026, highlighted by Halo: Campaign Evolved, a revamped Combat Evolved remake with enhanced co-op and presentation. From sci-fi epics to strategic turn-based games, this lineup promises something for every gamer. Get ready to mark your calendars for these unmissable titles.
id Software, fresh from completing Doom: The Dark Ages DLC, was exploring ambitious new projects before Microsoft's layoffs hit, including a new Perfect Dark game and a John Wick-inspired noir sci-fi title. The studio's future now hangs in the balance. These projects' fates are uncertain as the studio's workforce was drastically reduced.
The X-Files: I Want to Believe director's cut, promising a scarier vision, has been delayed from its June 11 Disney+ release date. Despite the setback, Polygon confirms it will arrive later this summer following last-minute edits. Fans eagerly awaiting Chris Carter's original intended version will have to wait just a little longer.
Kryonull, a sci-fi visual novel with an intriguing premise about a manned mission to Europa, falls short due to its extensive use of AI-generated assets and an exorbitant $100 price tag. Despite its interesting core idea and manually crafted script, the game's value is severely undermined by its lack of effort in other areas. For a similar experience with actual craftsmanship, consider South Scrimshaw Part One (free) or Water Womb World ($2).
Veronica Roth discusses her latest bestselling novel, Seek the Traitor's Son, blending dystopian, sci-fi, fantasy, and romance. She also reveals insights into her return to the Divergent universe with The Sixth Faction, set to release later this year. Roth opens up on her writing process, inspirations, and the personal growth behind her latest works.
Galactic Catchers: Nova Spira, a sci-fi game drawing comparisons to the Pokémon series, has launched on Steam to overwhelming acclaim, boasting a 94% Very Positive review rating. Players praise its innovative capture mechanics and rich, immersive universe. With its impressive debut, Nova Spira is set to capture the hearts of both sci-fi and monster-catching fans alike.
Naughty Dog's noticeable absence from the PlayStation State of Play has left fans worried about the status of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, with no launch window in sight. The sci-fi title, announced in 2024, promises to be the studio's most ambitious project yet. The lack of update fuels concerns about the game's development timeline.
