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‘Spider-Man 2’ Shows What a Great Superhero Game Can Really Be
An objectively good game, the latest Spider-Man title expands on what made its predecessor great—wish fulfillment, emotion, and showing the human side of both Peter Parker and Miles Morales.
An objectively good game, the latest Spider-Man title expands on what made its predecessor great—wish fulfillment, emotion, and showing the human side of both Peter Parker and Miles Morales.
Artists Allege Meta’s AI Data Deletion Request Process Is a ‘Fake PR Stunt’
This summer, Meta began taking requests to delete data from its AI training. Artists say this new system is broken and fake. Meta says there is no opt-out program.
This summer, Meta began taking requests to delete data from its AI training. Artists say this new system is broken and fake. Meta says there is no opt-out program.
Why Nintendo Kept Super Mario Bros. Wonder’s New Mario Under Wraps
Earlier this year Charles Martinet, who voiced Mario for decades, retired. After weeks of speculation about his replacement, Nintendo revealed the new voice actor with little fanfare. What gives?
Earlier this year Charles Martinet, who voiced Mario for decades, retired. After weeks of speculation about his replacement, Nintendo revealed the new voice actor with little fanfare. What gives?
The 25 Best Horror Movies to Stream This Halloween—and Where to Watch Them
From old-school gore to modern day screams, these movies are sure to get you into the spirit of the season.
From old-school gore to modern day screams, these movies are sure to get you into the spirit of the season.
‘Assassin’s Creed Mirage’ Is Flashy and Fun, but Does Its Setting a Disservice
Ubisoft’s new entry in the Assassin’s Creed series may be rooted in history, but it spends so much time on fiction that the real ancient world is barely a backdrop.
Ubisoft’s new entry in the Assassin’s Creed series may be rooted in history, but it spends so much time on fiction that the real ancient world is barely a backdrop.
Everyone Is a Luddite Now
A new history of the Luddites, Blood in the Machine, argues that 19th century fears about technology are still relevant today. It’s the latest in a long line of attempts to reclaim the label.
A new history of the Luddites, Blood in the Machine, argues that 19th century fears about technology are still relevant today. It’s the latest in a long line of attempts to reclaim the label.
‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ Is the Face of Nintendo’s Transformation
On the heels of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the new Mario game sets up Nintendo’s future as more than a video game company.
On the heels of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the new Mario game sets up Nintendo’s future as more than a video game company.
TikTok-Hyped Halloween Decor Is Out of Control
My feed is haunted by dangerous displays and an 8-foot-tall not-a-jack-o-lantern named Lewis, all grasping to go viral.
My feed is haunted by dangerous displays and an 8-foot-tall not-a-jack-o-lantern named Lewis, all grasping to go viral.
8 Tips for Playing ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’
Insomniac’s new PlayStation 5 exclusive feels like an interactive blockbuster. Here’s some advice to help you swing into the action.
Insomniac’s new PlayStation 5 exclusive feels like an interactive blockbuster. Here’s some advice to help you swing into the action.
Putting a Real Face on Deepfake Porn
Deepfake porn is on the rise. The new documentary Another Body is a gut-churning inside look at what it’s like for the women targeted.
Deepfake porn is on the rise. The new documentary Another Body is a gut-churning inside look at what it’s like for the women targeted.