Sony XE90 4K TV review: Backlight bonanza

Most of us weirdos who spend the majority of our waking lives testing TVs seem to agree that LCD screens that use lights placed directly behind them (rather than around their edges) are best suited to the new high dynamic range (HDR) picture technology that’s currently taking the AV world by storm. Our quick take The 65XE9005 isn’t quite bright enough to be considered a classic HDR TV, and while its direct LED lighting is welcome overall, it’s implementation is pretty basic when it comes to the amount of local light control it offers....

August 4, 2025 · 9 min · 1840 words · Raymond Fowler

Split Fiction Chapter 2 (Neon Revenge): Streets of Neon Mission Guide

Solve the Streets of Neon gravity puzzles in Split Fiction Chapter 2 with the help of this in-depth guide. In Split Fiction Chapter 2, Mio and Zoe enter a cyberpunk world to assassinate the SRI crime boss while her minions pursue them through the neon cityscape. The Streets of Neon mission takes place following theMr. Hammer Boss Fight. Solving its puzzles requires timely teamwork and efficient use of Zoe and Mio’s powers....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 601 words · Dennis Forbes

Star Wars 9 Opening Scene Explained: Who Is Kylo Ren Fighting and What Planet Is This?

The Rise of Skywalkerbegins with quite a bit of Dark Side action. We see Kylo Ren taking down some mystery aliens on an unknown planet with a Stormtrooper escort. This has been shown in a lot of promotional footage for the sequel and is also included in an extended clip that was released over a week ago now, so there’s no spoilers yet. However, we’re never told where Kylo Ren is and who he’s taking down in the footage....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Billy Morris

The Star Named EOS Shoots for Late July Release

During the live broadcast of theWholesome Direct Showcase, presented by Wholesome Games, a new gameplay trailer for Silver Lining Studio’sThe Star Named EOSwas shared. As the game suggests, it will tackle the everlasting bond between a mother and son and finding one’s identity through fragmented memories of the past. Expect this one to tug on your heartstrings sooner than you think, since the title will be released on July 23....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 398 words · Nicole Sanders

Welcome to Wrexham Season 2: What do we know so far?

The footballing world could scarcely believe it when Deadpool star, Ryan Reynolds, and Rob McElhenny joined together to purchase Wrexham AFC (Clwb Pêl-droed Wrecsam in native Welsh), a football club in north Wales. The first season of the show has wrapped up now, but there is a second, and it’s launch is imminent. When will season 2 air? Welcome to Wrexham season 2 is will air on Wednesday 27 July 2025....

August 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1098 words · Alan Brooks

What do the hands mean in your questlog in Dragon’s Dogma 2?

For some strange reason,Dragon’s Dogma 2seems to either not tell you important information or reveal a mechanic later on after you’ve figured it out. One of them is those hand symbols that appear in your questlog. If you’re curious about what those hands mean in your questlog of Dragon’s Dogma 2, you’re not alone. Dragon’s Dogma 2: What do the hands mean in your questlog? In short, those hands reflect the Pawns in your party....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Stacey Fields

What Is A 'Suicide Shifter' On A Motorcycle, And Are They Safe To Use?

What Is A ‘Suicide Shifter’ On A Motorcycle, And Are They Safe To Use? A “suicide shifter,” or “suicide clutch,” is a slang term for a foot-operated clutch pedal with a hand-operated gear shifter on a motorcycle. It operates similarly to a manual transmission on a car or truck. The rider has to engage the clutch pedal using their left foot and change gears using a lever mounted next to the gas tank, or on the left side of the engine....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 713 words · Kristina Aguirre

What is Bayonetta 3’s Game Length?

Games are big investments of your time. But Bayonetta 3’s chaotic gameplay, exquisite character designs, andunique storylineare hard to pass up. So, just how long would you need to see the end of this Umbra Witch’s third tale? How long is Bayonetta 3? Bayonetta 3’s main story is roughly10 to 12 hours long. It has 14 chapters. You could play the game for around15 hoursif you complete side missions. New players of Bayonetta could take a little longer since they’ll need to familiarize themselves with the game’s controls....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Matthew Marshall

‘It’s the coolest shit I’ve ever seen’: Keanu Reeves Reveals Why BRZRKR is Getting Anime and Movie Adaptation, Confirms He’s an Anime Weeb

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed When Keanu Reeves was younger, he had a transient understanding of what an anime was although he would sit and watch an episode or two. During his time with the Wachowskis filmingThe Matrix,the actor gained a deeper appreciation of the art and philosophy behind works such asAkiraandGhost in the Shell. In fact, Reeves was so influenced by the medium that he went on to create his very own comic book issue titledBRZRKR....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 718 words · Amy Clark

“I did not set out to do so”: George RR Martin Confirmed US Politics Shaped Game of Thrones

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Game of Thronesis all about politics, and more than any other dramatic storyline featured in the show, the power struggle will always be its central theme. It’s not difficult to see how much the story mirrors real-life events, and the author has confirmed that US politics indeed influenced it to some extent. We know which periods of history Martin based hisA Song of Ice and Firenovels, and during the time he was drafting the earlier stories, the US had a different political leader....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 757 words · Roy Hawkins

“I’d Bring an Extra Pair of Underwear in That Case!”: Aaron Greenberg Gets Gaming Fans Even More Hyped for the Upcoming Xbox Games Showcase

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed The 2023 Xbox Games Showcase is right around the corner and the Vice President of Xbox Games Marketing, Aaron Greenberg, has just dropped a bombshell that is sure to set anticipation skyrocketing for the upcoming stream. In a recent tweet, Greenberg advised viewers to bring an “extra pair of underwear” to this highly anticipated event....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 841 words · Michael Zuniga

“They didn’t want me to b*tch about that publicly”: Harrison Ford’s Female Co-star From His $258 Million Movie Signed an NDA for Her 30 Seconds Cameo

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Harrison Ford’s career is an ever-growing beauty of some of the most iconic flicks. He has given some exceptional performances and even paved the way for many actors to start their own careers. A very significant movie of his had beenBlade Runner.The film became an iconic pick within the Hollywood industry which to date gets appreciated for all the science fiction fragments it managed to collide....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 730 words · Anna Ruiz

10 Best Miniseries With the Most Satisfying Endings

A miniseries is a guarantee. The audience doesn’t have to worry about waiting for the next season to air or about the show getting canceled right after a major cliffhanger. If the end of a miniseries is ambiguous, then it is an intentional choice by the filmmakers. If it wraps everything up, then audiences get a satisfying conclusion that won’t leave them guessing. Everyone wins. The miniseries format also affords storytellers the ability to really pack a punch....

August 3, 2025 · 9 min · 1813 words · Hunter Armstrong