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Thief Franchise Expands to Comics with 'Pulse of Promise' Graphic Novel
The new graphic novel, developed in collaboration with Eidos-Montréal, bridges the gap between Thief: The Dark Project and Thief II: The Metal Age.
Knights of the Old Republic II: How it Deconstructed Star Wars Morality
Obsidian's RPG sequel bravely questioned the franchise's simple good versus evil narrative, even if its development struggles left it unfinished.
Toy Story 5 Producer Pleads for No Live-Action Remake
Lindsey Collins and Andrew Stanton express strong opposition to Disney adapting the beloved animated series into live-action.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Discusses Authentic Representation of Diverse Relationships
Naoki Hamaguchi explains the inclusion of background characters with diverse relationships as a means to enhance world realism.
Destiny 2 Team Pitched a 'Dream Daddy'-Inspired Dating Sim, But Management Said No
Internal game jam prototypes were shelved due to leadership's aversion to romance and silliness.
The Vampire Lestat Showrunner Discusses Deviations from Anne Rice's Novel
Rolin Jones explains why changes to Lestat's early life were crucial for the series' narrative pacing and thematic depth.
Poppy Playtime Game Director Spills on 23,000 Hours of Steam Games
Bryce Clark, who directs Poppy Playtime, discusses his extensive gaming habits and PC software.
The Sunday Papers: Trans Segregation, Drone Training, and the Ultimate 'Girl' Game
This week's roundup features discussions on AI, gaming's historical art style, and personal reflections on games and life.
James Burrows, Visionary Director Behind 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' Dies at 85
A prolific television director with an unparalleled career in comedy, Burrows passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.