Akira’s Ending, Explained

As influentialanimego, especially in the west,Akirais at least in the top five of that list, if not at the very top. But it was at an extreme disadvantage in the west when it was first released in 1988. Back then, there was no internet to explain what was going on during its very surreal ending, never mind much of what was going on with the story at large. That themangait was based on wasn’t available was certainly no help either....

August 5, 2025 · 5 min · 999 words · Ricky Martinez

Anime Characters Inspired by Bruce Lee

Bruce Lee is one of the most well-known martial artists of all time. His movies are wildly entertaining and show just how adept he really is at fighting, with the fight scenes in his films feeling quite raw and impactful. Even after his untimely demise, Bruce Lee continues to be a legendary figure in pop culture, inspiring many characters and fight sequences to this day. RELATED:Anime Characters That Have Egos Bigger Than Planets It’s only a given that the realm of anime has also been inspired by the work of Bruce Lee, with many characters being shaped in his image....

August 5, 2025 · 4 min · 847 words · Thomas Rose

Apex Legends Teasing Return of Skull Town

The maps in battle royale games are constantly changing with multiple updates, andApex Legendsis no different. While this does keep the game feeling fresh for longtime players, someApex Legendsplayers have come to miss some of the game’s more famous locations. Apex Legendshas a variety of different maps that rotate with each update. Each map has its entirely own character and spread of locations for players to visit and battle throughout. Newmaps and locations inApex Legendshave leaked before, and many players eagerly look for news on what maps and locations they can expect to visit next....

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Cody Brown

Are Herman Miller Office Chairs Good for Gamers?

Summary Herman Miller is a well-respected furniture company responsible for creating the design standards found in offices, hospitals, and government-owned public spaces. It’s no surprise, then, that their gaming and office chairsare some of the best available. Related:Are Secretlab Gaming Chairs Worth It? Despite Herman Miller’s prestigious lineup, most of their products are simply not designed for gamers. Withindustry leaders like Secretlaband Vertagear designing chairs that rival premium competitors and are more thoughtfully tailored to the needs of gamers, Herman Miller is no longer the obvious choice when it comes to getting the very best office or gaming chair....

August 5, 2025 · 9 min · 1705 words · Sharon Brown

Avatar: The Last Airbender's Earth Kingdom, Explained

The world ofAvatar: The Last Airbenderis so detailed that each nation has a history and lore behind it, even if those elements don’t factor directly into the plot. It makes the world feel real and lived-in, even though it’s all fictional. The lore inATLAis revealed fairly naturally and slowly, without ever feeling like an infodump. One of the areas that the main characters spend a lot of time in is the Earth Kingdom, home of the earthbenders....

August 5, 2025 · 5 min · 900 words · Kelly Young

Batman's New Animated Series Needs To Set Itself Apart

On top of having some of the most famous and critically acclaimed live-action superhero films of all time under his belt, Batman has also starred in some of the most successful and widely praised animated shows based on comics. The most famous, of course,is 1992’sBatman: The Animated Series, which kicked off the DC Animated Universe andbrought the legendary Kevin Conroyinto the role. Since then, there have been a few more animated shows to star The Dark Knight himself....

August 5, 2025 · 5 min · 937 words · Tiffany Alvarado

Battlestar Galactica: The Sacred Scrolls, Explained

Summary The Sacred Scrolls stand as the cornerstone of Colonial religion inBattlestar Galactica, embodying a polytheistic faith reminiscent of Ancient Greece. Despite their significance, these sacred writings remain shrouded in mystery. Their contents are revealed only in tantalizing glimpses, conveyed through snippets, paraphrases, and cryptic explanations. The Scrolls, despite their name, are portrayed both as ornate scrolls and books within the series. These texts raise intriguing questions about their authenticity and the role of handwritten copies in an age dominated by advanced technology....

August 5, 2025 · 5 min · 905 words · Michael Chavez

Benedict Cumberbatch Had Doubts About Spider-Man: No Way Home

Spider-Man: No Way Home’s success isn’t a big surprise, but to Doctor Strange’s Benedict Cumberbatch, it originally was. The Marvel actor has now shared that he was skeptical about how big the third MCU Spidey film would truly become. Marvel Studios’Spider-Man: No Way Homepicks up immediately whereSpider-Man:Far From Homeleft off, as Peter Parker seeks Doctor Strange’s help in restoring his secret identity after the world finds out who Spider-Man really is from Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal)....

August 5, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Rhonda Wheeler

Bizarre Action-RPG Grime Gets Release Date and Trailer

“Parry. Strike. Absorb. Defeat.” is the tagline publisher Akupara Games has attached to the upcoming 2D action-RPGGrime. The words imply both aDark Soulsinfluence and a depth of combat beyond hack and slash. But asGrime’s new release date trailer confirms, it’s a tagline that doesn’t fully capture what’s likely to draw attention toGrime. To say thatGrimeis bizarre would be an understatement. Interested gamers will be able to see for themselves starting August 2 on PC and Stadia....

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · Samantha Young

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Adding Throwback Moshpit Playlist

WhileCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warhas some solid, fully original multiplayer maps like Satellite and Cartel, it has some truly despised locations like Miami as well. As such, someCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warfans may only want to play the game’s remasters, and Treyarch will be adding a special playlist aimed at these players soon. So far,Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warfeatures three remakes. Like with all otherBlack Opsgames,Nuketown has been remadeinside the latest title, taking on a rundown look that removes the polished design of the original testing site....

August 5, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Joseph Franklin

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Players Spot Teddy Bear Easter Egg in Campaign

WithCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s campaign now available to play, some fans have taken it upon themselves to discover as much as they can, including a hidden teddy bear.Easter eggs in video games are nothing new, but remain incredibly popular with many players. While most are hidden by the developers, some are placed as teases for die-hard fans with references that those familiar with the developer or previous games would really understand....

August 5, 2025 · 3 min · 460 words · Denise Mcneil

Celebrate These Dragons on 'Appreciate a Dragon' Day

Appreciate a Dragon Day occurs every year on January 16. Donita Paul created this holiday in 2004 to celebrate the release of her novel,DragonSpell, and though it’s not a well-known holiday, it’s still fun to celebrate dragons, whether they’re in books, movies, or even video games. Paul’s website advertises a bunch of activities that people can do to appreciate dragons on this day, including things like drawing, painting, or creating mosaics of beloved dragon characters....

August 5, 2025 · 3 min · 620 words · Andrew Ewing

Colin Kaepernick Madden NFL 22 Rating Higher Than Some Active Quarterbacks

The name Colin Kaepernick creates some complicated feelings in NFL players' minds, even outside of the political conversations that arose from his 2016 protests. Even four years later, NFL fans continue to argue whether the exiledKaepernickwould be better than different teams' starting quarterbacks. It seems like Electronic Arts' developers forMadden NFL 22have come to a decision on the topic, rating Kaepernick above several of the upcoming NFL season’s starters. Madden NFL 22launches today, and that means that players are getting a close look at all of the American football game’s player ratings....

August 5, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Thomas Long