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Analysis of "Star Wars: Visions. The Ninth Jedi" - cool idea, dull execution
In early August, the animated series "Star Wars: Visions. The Ninth Jedi" was released on Disney+. This is a continuation of two episodes from the "Visions" anthology - a collection from various anime studios offering a new perspective on the universe. "The Ninth Jedi" was the first to receive a separate series. Today we will talk about it.
From Ideal to Problems: How the Second Season of X-Men '97 Turned Out
In the 1990s, an animated series about the X-Men, X-Men: The Animated Series, was released. The show became iconic and in 2024 received a continuation, X-Men '97, which recently got a second season. Let's analyze what the original project and the first season of the continuation were like, and also see what spoiled the second season of the updated series.
What is the secret to the success of "Spider-Man: A New Day"? A review of Marvel's Spider-Man's "proper sequel"
Five years after all the cinematic Spider-Men met, we got a sequel. The film "Spider-Man: A New Day" changed directors and moved the story to a new plane, which allowed it to become the most successful picture about the Friendly Neighborhood: box office receipts have already exceeded $2 billion. What is its secret? Let's find out.
A Beautiful Gift for Fans: Review of "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender"
On July 25, the full-length animated film "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender" premiered on the Paramount+ online cinema - a sequel to the cult animated series "Avatar: The Last Airbender". The film tells the story of the grown-up main characters of the original animated series. We will tell you what came of it in this review.
(18+) Heartfelt Romance for Tired Adults: Why the Anime "A Story About Smoking Break at the Supermarket" Captivates Viewers
On July 9, the anime "A Story About Smoking Break at the Supermarket" premiered. Currently, only 6 episodes are available, but we liked the project so much that we decided to tell you about it without waiting for the season to end.
A Masterpiece of Science Popularization: Why the Anime "Dr. Stone" Isn't Ruined Even by Its Flaws
The final season of the anime "Dr. Stone" concluded at the end of June. This work was highly praised by viewers: on KinoPoisk, it has a rating of 8.2 out of 10. However, the anime has many problems that did not prevent it from becoming popular. We will discuss why this is in a spoiler-filled analysis.
Freedom and Fun: 7 Analogues to the Great Dark Messiah of Might and Magic
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Dark Messiah of Might and Magic. This project from Arkane Studios had a significant impact on the development of the gaming industry, elevating player interaction with game worlds to a new level. We decided to compile a selection of projects that can be considered successors to the legendary action game.
Magic as Art: What Makes the Anime "Witch Hat Atelier" So Captivating
On June 22, the first season of the anime "Witch Hat Atelier" concluded. The project received enthusiastic reviews from viewers - it scored 8.8 out of 10 on KinoPoisk - and recently officially received a continuation. We also decided to immerse ourselves in this fantasy fairy tale and tell you why it is so wonderful.
Swords, Pistols, Outfits, and Blueprints for the Jackdaw: Where to Find the Best Items in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
In the remake of "Black Flag," we once again play as the pirate Edward Kenway, who travels the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy. We have compiled the locations and conditions for obtaining all legendary or rare items for you. All to make your wanderings easier and help you acquire the best equipment in the game as early as possible.
Hermen Hulst: The Man Who Kills PlayStation
Today, Sony is not in its best shape. PlayStation's internal studios are making many mistakes, for which Hermen Hulst, head of Sony Interactive Entertainment's studio business, is responsible. Let's examine his life and career to understand the reasons.
What to buy instead of GTA VI - a selection of games for $80-100 instead of the anticipated hit
We recently learned how much Grand Theft Auto VI will cost: the standard edition is $79.99, and the ultimate version will be $99.99. Pre-orders for the project are already available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, but we thought about it and decided to offer you some alternative options - excellent games that you can buy right here and now for the same amount or less.
Spider-Noir Series Review: Nicolas Cage's Great Spider-Depression
Why did Marvel greenlight an experimental series about its most popular superhero? How did the aging Nicolas Cage handle this role? And most importantly: why should you watch both versions, black-and-white and color, in order - we delve into this in our article.
12 Tactical Games That Will Make You Sweat
Star Wars Zero Company, a tactical turn-based strategy game set in a galaxy far, far away, is coming out on August 27th. We've compiled 12 excellent "tactics" for you to dive into to pass the time and hone your skills.
Review of "The Mandalorian & Grogu": A Two-Hour Filler for Fans
Din Djarin and little Grogu have finally made it to cinemas, but forgot to bring a cohesive story with them. Instead of a large-scale blockbuster, Disney delivered a safe attraction with no high stakes. In our review, we explain how the feature film manages to falter in pace every ten minutes, why the Mandalorian stopped developing as a character, and for what bright spots this two-hour filler is still worth watching.
Reboot or Death: What to Expect from God of War Laufey
On the night of June 3, Sony held a State of Play presentation where they announced God of War Laufey, which had been rumored for several months. Immediately after the announcement, the first details of the project appeared online. Let's analyze them and consider what the future game might be like and what challenges it will face.
Vulgarity Instead of Satire. What's Wrong with the Fifth Season of "The Boys"
On May 20, Amazon's series "The Boys" concluded. It became one of the most talked-about TV projects in recent years, but the ending received a mixed reception. What happened and what problems does the fifth season of "The Boys" have - we analyze in this review.
Yo-ho-ho and a Piece of the Sea: 12 Best Pirate Games if You're Inspired by the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake
Thanks to the announcement of Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced, the maritime theme in games is gaining popularity again. We've compiled a list of games to help you dive into pirate romance and quench your thirst for adventures "under the Jolly Roger."
Cool, cheap, and brutal: how "The Punisher: The Last Kill" turned out
On May 12, Disney+ premiered a new Marvel Cinematic Universe television special titled "The Punisher: The Last Kill." Jon Bernthal returned to the role, having previously appeared in Netflix series and the project "Daredevil: Born Again." What to expect this time - we tell you in our review.
On the Level of "Andor": Why "Darth Maul: Shadow of the Sith" is a Must-Watch
On May 4th, the first season of a new animated "Star Wars" series concluded, telling the story of Darth Sidious' former apprentice some time after the fall of the Republic. The project was loved by many viewers, becoming a resounding hit. Is it really that good and what makes it stand out - we tell you in this review.
"Arcane," "Fallout," and 10 More of the Best Video Game Adaptations
The film "Super Mario: Galactic Cinema" is currently storming theaters, and the sequel to "Mortal Kombat" will premiere very soon. In this regard, we have prepared a list of the 12 best video game adaptations - even if some were released 30 years ago.
CRPG Selection: 14 Games That Will Hook You Just Like Baldur's Gate 3
If, after finishing Baldur's Gate 3, you're desperately missing deep dialogues, tactical battles, and twenty-sided dice rolls, it's time to move on. We've compiled 14 excellent isometric RPGs with elaborate role-playing where you can happily lose another couple of hundred hours.
"Let's go!": 23 Main Space Games in 2026. From Exploring Galaxies to Deciding Their Fates
April 12 marks Cosmonautics Day - on this day, in 1961, Yuri Gagarin first went into space. In honor of this event, we have prepared a list of games that will allow you to feel like an explorer and arbiter of destinies in the endless expanses of the Universe.
Graphics from the 2000s for 2000 rubles. Is Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown worth playing?
On February 18, Gamexcite studio released an adaptation of the famous show "Star Trek: Voyager." The game manages to combine excellent replayability, thoughtful ship management, and careful attention to canon - with critical bugs, FPS drops, and an frankly inflated price tag. We analyze the main victories and failures of this ambiguous release.
Budget Baldur's Gate 3 for 15 hours: What Solasta II Early Access Turned Out to Be
The new party-based RPG from Tactical Adventures is in many ways reminiscent of Sven Vincke's masterpiece: it features deep tactics based on D&D, excellent staging, and non-linearity. However, in Solasta II, you will control not random encounters, but a real family. We have completed all the available content and are telling you how ambitious role-playing mechanics coexist with catastrophic optimization and why it is too early to add the game to your library.