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As a long-time fan of Tomb Raider, I have to say the franchise finally got the adaptation it deserved with the Netflix animated series, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Hayley Atwell absolutely nails Lara, and the show really gets what makes the video games so special. Honestly, after being disappointed by both the Angelina Jolie films and the 2018 movie with Alicia Vikander, it’s amazing to finally have a version of Lara’s story that genuinely feels like the games I grew up with.

This month, PlayStation Plus’ Game Catalog is adding one particularly noteworthy game, especially for fans of PlayStation’s biggest titles. It’s a well-known classic, and its addition is timely, as a new game in the same series is coming out soon.

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is widely considered the most influential video game console ever created, and many of its games remain enjoyable even today. Nintendo developed most of these titles, along with other leading companies like Capcom and Konami, offering a diverse range of experiences – from classic platformers and action games to immersive RPGs and unique, experimental titles.

Beyond that, mainstream culture heavily influences how science fiction stories are created. Currently, the trend is towards a style inspired by high-quality television dramas. These shows prioritize thought-provoking narratives, complex characters, and explorations of significant ideas and feelings.

While the way Marvel handled Tom Holland’s Spider-Man was successful in many ways and differentiated him from previous versions, it also meant the MCU missed out on something fans loved in the earlier Spider-Man films. Those movies – Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2, and The Amazing Spider-Man – all featured scenes where the people of New York City rallied around Peter Parker to support him. This kind of moment really emphasized Spider-Man’s special connection to the city, but after ten years in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Holland’s Spider-Man hasn’t had a scene like that yet.

On Sunday, director Andy Muschietti shared an update on the development of IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2. He confirmed that writers are currently working on the season’s story and promised fans of Stephen King’s 1986 novel will find plenty to enjoy. While the series is a prequel, Muschietti and his team are drawing inspiration directly from the book, allowing them to flesh out characters who were only hinted at in the original story and expand the show’s overall mythology.

What’s so interesting about these relationships is that the harmful patterns aren’t always the same. Sometimes they’re explosive, with yelling, control, and abuse. Other times, the damage is more subtle, showing up as emotional distance, avoidance, and a clear power imbalance. Often, the people involved don’t even realize how much they’re hurting each other, or how easily affection can turn into something destructive.

Things started to shift when streaming services began producing their own shows. Netflix gained attention with series like House of Cards, but Amazon’s The Man in the High Castle was a real turning point. It was the first time a streaming service had a show that many people felt they had to watch, and you could only find it there. This meant subscribing wasn’t just about making things easier – it became a necessity.

Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender will soon be able to enjoy a lesser-known story from the series! The Legend of Korra: Turf Wars, created by writer and co-creator Michael Dante DiMartino and artist Irene Koh, is coming to Webtoon. It will be presented in Webtoon’s signature vertical scrolling style.

The 1980s, while unique, actually echoed many themes from the 1950s. A strong sense of optimism and a tendency to see things through rose-colored glasses were popular, and this desire for a return to simpler times was reflected in movies, music, and other forms of entertainment. However, not every artist or creator embraced this optimistic outlook.