Games like *Final Fantasy* and *Dragon Quest* are incredibly well-known, but one of the most important and impactful Japanese role-playing games actually comes from a different series. *Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light*, released over thirty-five years ago in 1990, remains a fantastic game worth playing even now.
The new reveal video is currently only available on the Nintendo Today app, while a version without Pikmin content has been posted to Nintendo’s YouTube channel. It’s possible this could change in the future, but Nintendo appears to be encouraging people to download the app to watch it. Fans quickly noticed the *Pikmin* soundtrack in the video, and some even spotted a blurry object briefly moving behind the child featured in the clip. You can find the original video from Nintendo below. To watch the reveal, you’ll need to use the Nintendo Today app.
It’s frustrating because both Tamra and Gretchen keep accusing each other of the exact same behavior. Tamra meeting with Katie, who we haven’t seen in a while, was a letdown – it didn’t reveal anything new, and Katie just repeated old arguments. The irony is that Tamra was trying to find dirt on Gretchen through one of her rivals, which is precisely what she criticizes Gretchen for doing. When Gretchen is confronted about a negative comment she made about Tamra, she immediately searches for something similar Tamra said about her. Emily points out that Tamra always retaliates in kind. It’s a pointless cycle – they both believe they’re justified in speaking badly about each other because the other person did first, and it’s incredibly tiring to watch. It doesn’t seem like this conflict will ever be resolved.
The upcoming BBC series of *Lord of the Flies* boasts a talented creative team. Jack Thorne and Marc Munden, both BAFTA and Emmy winners known for shows like *Adolescence*, *His Dark Materials*, and *Utopia*, will write and direct the series. They previously collaborated on the 2021 film *Help*, and their combined experience seems ideal for this adaptation. Although a specific release date hasn’t been announced, the series is currently expected to premiere in 2026.
The original *Tron* film came out in 1982 and was remarkably innovative for its time, telling the story of a person entering a digital world. The 2010 sequel, *Tron: Legacy*, didn’t have as compelling a story, but it’s famous for having one of the best movie soundtracks ever created by Daft Punk.
A handful of bonus features are packed into the steelbook. This includes:
Players are reporting significant issues with *Blue Protocol: Star Resonance*, with many saying the game is currently unplayable. A major cause seems to be limited server availability. While the developers have stated the game will be available in most of North and South America, and Europe, with plans for a separate release in Southeast Asia, they haven’t provided a complete list of supported countries. Despite promises of a full list, it hasn’t been released yet, leaving players uncertain if they can access the game from their region.
Turning Point USA (TPUSA), the conservative organization founded by Charlie Kirk and currently led by his wife, Erika, recently announced plans for a music event on social media. They promised to share performer details soon and invited people to vote for their preferred music genre – Americana, Worship, or any English-language music – in exchange for signing up to receive fundraising text messages from TPUSA.
While the other kits are great for a quick and budget-friendly build, the Lego Batmobile inspired by Adam West’s Batman is truly special. It’s a larger, more detailed model currently priced at $142.69 (originally $150) that perfectly captures the classic Batmobile with its black body, red accents, and authentic design. It even includes a minifigure of Batman as he appeared in the original TV series.
If you’re taking advantage of Amazon’s Buy One Get One Free deal, consider getting The Essential Peanuts along with The Complete Calvin and Hobbes and The Complete Far Side. The Calvin and Hobbes collection includes all the comics from 1985-1995 in four volumes, and The Far Side collection has over 4,000 comics in three volumes. Both sets are very long – over 1,000 pages each – and together they’ll give you plenty of comics to enjoy for a long time, likely well into 2025.