Are you ready for a brand-new adventure across the multi-verse? Rick and Morty: The Anime will be available to own on Blu-ray and DVD from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment on April 29, 2025. The Rick and Morty universe is expanded with the all-new Japanese adult anime sci-fi television series from visionary director Takashi Sano. The 10-episode series follows Rick, Morty and the rest of the Smith family in a new intergalactic adventure. Pre-order your copy today.
ABOUT RICK AND MORTY: THE ANIME:
From the world of “Rick and Morty,” Rick relaxes in a pseudo-world between multiverses, Summer helps Space Beth fight the evil Galactic Federation, and Morty falls in love with a mysterious girl who happens to be an atemporal being.
The Japanese and English voice actors, respectively, for “Rick and Morty: The Anime” include:
Rick – Youhei Tadano / Joe Daniels
Morty – Keisuke Chiba / Gabriel Regojo
Summer – Akiha Matsui / Donna Bella Litton
Jerry – Manabu Muraji / Joe Daniels
Beth – Takako Fuji / Patricia Duran
Rick and Morty: The Anime information:
Includes all 10 episodes from the epic anime television series.
Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza, Civil War director Alex Garland, and the powerhouse cast of WARFARE reveal the heart of the film – Ray’s motivation for telling this story, the cast’s immersive experience, and the filmmakers’ unwavering commitment to authenticity in every frame.
Starring D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Taylor John Smith, Michael Gandolfini, Adain Bradley, Noah Centineo, Evan Holtzman, Henrique Zaga, with Joseph Quinn and Charles Melton.
On the eve of the new edition of NACON Connect, revisit the teaser images of the conference, which will be broadcast on NACON’s official YouTube channel tomorrow, Thursday, March 6, at 7 PM CET.
Games and accessories will take center stage in this showcase, featuring highly anticipated titles such as Hell is Us, Edge of Memories, the new JRPG from Midgar Studios, and Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown – along with numerous announcements that will further expand NACON’s catalog.
The conference will be followed by a post-show, where players can watch an exclusive interview with the developers of Dragonkin: The Banished on NACON’s YouTube channel, accompanied by never-before-seen gameplay footage to mark the game’s release.
Critical Role, a leader in innovative, cross-platform storytelling, today announced Weird Kids, an original podcast video series starring Critical Role founders and lifelong weird kids Ashley Johnson (The Last of Us, Blindspot) and Taliesin Jaffe (Hellsing, The Legend of Vox Machina). Premiering March 20, Weird Kids is an intimate, hilarious, and tug-on-your-heartstings exploration into the experiences of former child actors navigating the entertainment industry, and, well, life.
Long before they were nerdy-ass voice actors, Johnson and Jaffe were child actors navigating the unpredictable world of Hollywood. Johnson landed her breakout role at just six years old as Chrissy Seaver on the hit sitcom Growing Pains. She went on to appear in live-action hits such as The Avengers, Fast Food Nation, and The Killing, with key voice acting roles in Recess, Teen Titans, Ben 10, King of the Hill, Infinity Train and more—all before becoming one of gaming and animation’s most recognizable voices. Meanwhile, Jaffe made his big-screen debut alongside Michael Keaton in Mr. Mom and appeared in numerous hit television series including The Facts of Life, St. Elsewhere, and She’s the Sheriff, earning two Young Artist Awards along the way.
Now, after years in front of the camera, behind the mic, and shaping the world of Critical Role, they’re reflecting on some of the wild, weird, challenging, and wonderful experiences that only child actors can truly understand.
“We wanted to create a space where we could share the ridiculous, surreal, and deeply personal stories that come with growing up in the industry,” said Ashley Johnson. “Weird Kids is for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t quite fit in—and we can’t wait for people to join us at the table.”
Blending candid storytelling, humor, and nostalgia, Weird Kids is part hilarious confession, part heartfelt reflection, and all-around love letter to anyone who has ever felt like an outsider. For Johnson and Jaffe, being weird wasn’t just a personality trait—it was a way of life. Our resident weird kids pull back the curtain on what it was really like to be a kid in the industry—navigating behind-the-scenes chaos, forming friendships with fellow young actors, and learning to embrace their quirks in a world that often demanded they fit a mold. Through insider stories, bizarre childhood moments, and offbeat humor, Weird Kids delivers raw conversations, genuine heart, and plenty of laughs, making it a must-listen for both pop culture lovers and Critical Role fans alike.
“Weird Kids is a bit of nostalgia, a bit of history, plus a helping of personal issues and the inevitable eccentric trauma that comes along with it,” shared Taliesin Jaffe. “I’m proud to bring you the conversational equivalent of watching a vintage moped run head first into the back of a comically 1930s produce truck.“
To celebrate the premiere, Ashley Johnson and Taliesin Jaffe will host a LIVEWeird Kids launch party on Thursday, March 20th at 7PM PT via Beacon (beacon.tv), YouTube (youtube.com/criticalrole), and Twitch (twitch.tv/criticalrole). The live stream will share behind-the-scenes details about the making of the show, a Q&A with fans, and the premiere episode of the Weird Kids series. The video-on-demand will then officially release Tuesday, March 25th at 5AM Pacific on Beacon, YouTube, and podcast platforms.
After this, new episodes will be released every Tuesday at 5AM Pacific, exclusively on Beacon, where subscribers will also gain access to extended cuts and bonus content. You can also catch bite-sized moments from the show on Instagram @theweirdkidspod and YouTube @TheWeirdKidsPod. Plus, keep an eye on Beacon and Critical Role’s social channels for additional content rolling out periodically.
Today, Ubisoft announced an exciting collaboration with Red Bull for The Crew™ Motorfest Season 6, set to launch on March 5th on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. This update brings a plethora of new content, including iconic Red Bull vehicles, two Red Bull Playlists, and “Motorfest: The Podcast”, hosted by Becky Evans, featuring several of Red Bull’s top athletes such as Yuki Tsunoda.
The island of Maui will also receive a transformative update, introducing new iconic locations and the Motorfest x Red Bull Playground. This brand-new massive arena celebrates Red Bull’s high-energy culture and is open to all players for free. Players will get behind the wheels of exclusive Red Bull vehicles and discover two new Playlists while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Maui, enhanced with stunning night-time lighting effects and revamped structures.
First up, on March 5th, players will be put to the test with iconic Red Bull vehicles in “Red Bull Speed Clash”, featuring races between different vehicle categories, pitting an Alpha Grand Prix car against a plane or a Rally Raid car against a motorcycle! Successfully completing this Playlist will unlock the Ferrari 488 GT3 AF Corse (2016) – Racing. Then, on May 7th, players will need to push their limits further in “Red Bull Wild Ride” and take the Red Bull RB18 off-road in the new “Action List” mode. Only the boldest will complete this adrenaline-pumping challenge!
In total, Season 6 will introduce 17 brand-new vehicles, redefining the Motorfest experience. Year 2 Pass owners will have exclusive access to:
Ford Puma Hybrid Rally 1 (2022) – Rally on March 5th
BMW M4 Drift Brothers (2024) – Drift on April 2nd
Audi RS Q E-tron (2024) – Rally Raid on May 7th
MINI John Cooper Works GP (2020) – Street Tier 1 on June 4th
At launch, players can drive the Red Bull RB20 (2024) – Alpha Grand Prix and the KTM X-Bow R Experience Red Bull Ring (2016) – Racing.
Ubisoft Ivory Tower continues to enhance the game based on community feedback, introducing new Quality of Life and Quality of Service updates. To provide a fairer experience, traffic will now be disabled during Summit Contest Feats, and gear shifting has been improved for consistency between automatic and manual modes. Handling modifications for 65 vehicles are detailed in the Season 6 vehicle handling update article. PvP in The Crew Motorfest also gets a boost with Weekly Themed Grand Races, XP and Bucks boosts, new weather conditions, and a dynamic no-collision mode.
Finally, one of the most exciting updates of this season is encapsulated by “Motorfest: The Podcast”, a new podcast developed in collaboration between Red Bull and Ubisoft, available both inside and outside the game on March 5th. This new in-game radio station features not only curated bangers, but also interviews with iconic Red Bull drivers, including Yuki Tsunoda, Robbie Maddison, Lukasz Czepiela, Elias Hountondji, Conor Shanahan, and Manuel Lettenbichler. Hosted by Becky Evans (aka Queen B), a UK automobile lifestyle creator, this podcast bridges the gap between The Crew Motorfest and real-life motorsport, celebrating automotive culture. Episodes will be available on all streaming platforms (Spotify | Apple | YouTube: one episode every week from March 5 on Becky Evans’ channel).
For more information about The Crew Motorfest, please visit thecrewgame.com and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/thecrewgame.usa, on Instagram at instagram.com/thecrewgame, on TikTok at tiktok.com/@thecrewgame and on X/Twitter at twitter.com/TheCrewGame or #TheCrewMotorfest.
For the latest news on The Crew Motorfest and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com. To buy, visit store.ubisoft.com.
Midsummer Scream announces its return to the Long Beach Convention Center August 15-17, 2025. The three-day event will bring Halloween and horror fans from around the world together for a weekend of thrilling delights!
Passes go on sale Saturday, March 8th at MidsummerScream.com. That weekend only, General Admission passes will be 40% off. VIP Gold Bat passes will be available while supplies last (discounts not available for Gold Bat passes).
The 2025 special guest lineup will feature David Howard Thornton (Art the Clown from the Terrifier film series), Kimberly J. Brown (star of Halloweentown), horror hosts Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl, Barry Bostwick (Rocky Horror Picture Show, appearing Sunday only) and many more to be announced.
The Hall of Shadows will be operational all three days, featuring more than a dozen haunted attractions and displays set within a massive, darkened portion of the convention center. This fog-filled area is included with all passes to Midsummer Scream, with womany of the attractions featuring priority queues for Gold Bat passholders. Featured haunters this year include Mr. Floats, Santa Ana Haunt, The Haunt With No Name… Yet, Rawl of the Dead, Fear Farm, Straite to Hale Productions, The Haunted Harvest, Decayed Brigade, and more. Additional details will be unveiled soon!
Throughout the weekend, Midsummer Scream will present a robust lineup of world-class panel presentations featuring Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group (LA Haunted Hayride, Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, Delusion, and Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns), Castle Dark and other Halloween events.
Programming partners include Paramount Scares, Fangoria, Horror Movies & Beyond, and HorrorBuzz. A robust lineup of entertainment and additional programming to be announced in the weeks ahead.
Featuring more than 350 vendors and artists, the Midsummer Scream show floor will feature an amazing variety of apparel, masks, posters and prints, unique artwork, toys, oddities and spooky decorations from vendors including The Halloween Shirt Company, Trick or Treat Studios, Backstitch Bruja, Sin City Props, and Froggy’s Fog.
More beloved components of Midsummer Scream will return, including Paranormal Pixie’s Pumpkin Patch children’s zone, the Black Cat Lounge kitten adoption center, and the Screaming Room Film Festival presented by HorrorBuzz.
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Today, Square Enix Collective® and FuturLab® launched the Wallace & Gromit Special Pack for PowerWash Simulator, in partnership with Aardman. The latest expansion is available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 (PS5®) and PlayStation®4 (PS4®).
Watch the trailer here:
Players will enter the whimsical world of Wallace & Gromit in PowerWash Simulator’s next big adventure and embark on a cracking cleaning adventure that will take them from cozy British suburbs to cheesy celestial bodies.
Levels include:
Wallace & Gromit’s Dining Room & Kitchen
Floor to Ceiling Filth – This level features not one, but two charmingly cluttered rooms absolutely caked in muck from floor to ceiling, even inside the fridge!
Off the Rails – Some beautiful interactable animations, including a fully operational model train set.
Wallace & Gromit’s House
Home Sweet Home – 62 West Wallaby Street has been doused in dirt following an invention malfunction.
The Knit-O-Matic
Cracking Contraptions – It takes a lot of work to bathe and shear a sheep, and even more work to clean the contraption that does it. Navigate marvellous mechanisms and machinery to clean the basement where the Knit-O-Matic lives.
Wallace & Gromit’s Vehicles
Techno Trousers and Elbow-Greased Lightning – Once you’re done cleaning the property, the vehicles also need a quick hose down, just don’t put the wrong trousers through the wrong spin-cycle.
The Moon Rocket
Fly me to the Moon – And let me play among the stars cheese. A far cry from suburban England, the Moon Rocket level is a real Grand Day Out, where you will clean the Moon Rocket inside and out, as well as a picnic area with a cracking view.
In addition to these iconic locales, washers will welcome WASH LAD: an all-singing, all-dancing, all-WASHing invention that players will pilot in the Wallace & Gromit Special Pack.
The Wallace & Gromit Special Pack is available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 (PS5®) and PlayStation®4 (PS4®).
Additionally, if players want to experiment with some cleaning first – the FREE demo for PowerWash Simulator is also available now on PC (via Steam and Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PlayStation®5 (PS5®). Join the 775,000+ aspiring washers already playing the demo – fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find on 2+ levels and get a taste of that simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish.
After more than two decades, a team of industry veterans has united to bring back one of gaming’s most iconic brands. Acclaim, the legendary video game publisher known for its groundbreaking titles in the ‘80s and ‘90s, is officially returning with a bold vision aimed at revitalizing the gaming landscape.
Originally founded in 1987, the relaunch marks an exciting new chapter for the publisher, as it seeks to support indie developers and reignite classic franchises. Acclaim will provide much-needed resources such as funding, marketing and PR support, giving independent studios the opportunity to bring their creative visions to a broad audience.
One of the key goals for the relaunched Acclaim is to resurrect and revitalize its beloved portfolio of classic IP enjoyed for years by millions of players. To ensure this vision comes to life, Acclaim has assembled an advisory board comprised of esteemed industry leaders, including Russell Binder at Striker Entertainment, Mark Caplan at Ridge Partners and Jeff Jarrett at Global Force Entertainment. Their vast experience and invaluable guidance will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Acclaim’s classic franchises and innovative ventures.
Acclaim’s growth strategy is further supported by key partners Phil Toronto, Partner at VaynerFund, and Eric Vogel, Partner at JET Management. Their expertise in investment and management will help foster an environment ripe for nurturing independent developers and driving long-term success alongside the advisory board’s leadership.
Acclaim’s leadership and board spans the entertainment industry—licensing icons, professional athletes, living music legends and seasoned veterans who have defined the intersection of video games and pop culture. Two-time Hall of Fame wrestler Jeff Jarrett, with over three decades of experience in the sports entertainment and video game industries, underscores how this wealth of expertise will shape the future of Acclaim.
“For more than three decades, I’ve had the privilege to have been a part of both the wrestling and gaming universes, and I’m thrilled to now be a partner in the revival of Acclaim, an iconic publisher known for releasing some of the most legendary games of the ‘80s and ‘90s,” said Jarrett. “From my early involvement with the publisher’s hit 16-bit WWF titles to my experience helping shape the TNA Wrestling series, which spawned the first video game wrestler to become a full-time roster member in the Squared Circle, I’ve seen firsthand the type of impact great games can have on players and fans. Resurrecting Acclaim is an opportunity to impart the same degree of passion and love to a new generation, and I’m excited to be involved.”
Tapped to spearhead the relaunch and growth of Acclaim as CEO, is games industry veteran Alex Josef, who brings more than two decades of experience marketing and publishing hundreds of games on PC, console and mobile.
“It’s an absolute honor and pleasure to be leading the charge in bringing Acclaim back to the forefront of the games industry,” said Alex Josef, CEO, “We’re fortunate that we have an extremely talented team and that we’ve already signed some incredible indie titles, which we’ll be revealing soon.”
Swedish indie game studio Polysoup Interactive has just launched a free update for Put the Sausage in the Bun on Steam.
The expansion adds three new physics-based levels where players must guide a sausage into a hotdog bun using balloons and bees. Sounds simple? Think again! – especially if you are a Streamer brave enough to turn up the challenge in exchange for donations.
The update also introduces native support for Crowd Control – the renowned app that lets viewers interact with the games played on stream in real-time. Viewers can make the streamers’ gameplay harder (or just more chaotic) unlocking new levels of trolling interaction with their favorite streamers on all platforms, including Twitch, YouTube, TikTok LIVE, and Discord.
Gaijin Entertainment announces that the “Hornet’s Sting” major content update for the military online shooter War Thunder will be released in mid-March. Three iconic maps will receive massive visual updates, and dozens of new military vehicles will join the fight. Some of the most interesting additions are the F/A-18 fighter jet, Hopkins Mk.I light tank, and HMS Warspite battleship.
The F/A-18 Hornet carrier-based fighter jet that has been used in most military conflicts where the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps have been involved in, including Libya, the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm, the Balkans and Afghanistan. In addition to the United States, other countries have operated the F/A-18 Hornet, including Canada, Finland, Australia, Kuwait and some more. It was also widely featured in popular culture, including blockbuster movies.
The Hornet’s Sting update will bring American F/A-18A and F/A-18C variants, as well as Finnish F/A-18C, all of them featuring a bit different set of available weapons and combat systems. One of those is the Walleye II ER/DL guided bomb equipped with a thermal imaging homing head.
The Mk VIII Light Tank, the Harry Hopkins, was designed in late 1941 in order to replace the Mk VII Tetrarch, with the primary goal of increasing the overall armor protection. It features 38 mm of armor on the turret and hull, with the latter having some decent sloping, enough to stop hits from some of the weaker shells, which is more than most light tanks can boast. AP shells of its fast-firing 40 mm cannon can get through a max of 89 mm of armor, and the APHE can be similarly destructive.
Advance to the Rhine, Sinai and Jungle have all undergone major visual overhauls. Artists have replaced the models with better looking and more authentic ones, updated the textures, added more vegetation and decorative elements, while preserving the overall layout and design. For example, a railway and telegraph line have been added between the main combat areas and the water channel in Sinai. The Jungle map also received gameplay improvements, offering more balanced terrain traversal options.
More information on Hornet’s Sting update is available on the official website of the game.
