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Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol Announced

Unwrap the ultimate holiday event this season with the return of fan-favorite elves in “Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol,” a brand-new Christmas special that will reach families everywhere across Disney+, Disney Channel, ABC and Freeform. Debuting Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, on Disney Channel at 7:00 p.m. EST/PST, and available the next day on Disney+, later in the season the elves will make their way to ABC and then to Freeform’s iconic “25 Days of Christmas” holiday programming event, making it the must-watch family event of the holidays.

Marking the franchise’s return after more than a decade, “Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol” is the fourth installment in a series of popular animated holiday specials featuring Christmas elves from an elite organization tasked with preparing homes worldwide for Santa’s arrival. The new special follows Christmas elves Lanny and Wayne, whose holiday mission goes awry, leaving Wayne convinced he’s in major trouble with Santa and accidentally revealing other merry mishaps. Magee, the North Pole Christmas Eve Command Center Coordinator and lover of eggnog lattes, brings along her pet arctic seal pup Nog to the office — kicking off endless hijinks.

Original voice cast reuniting for the special include Dave Foley as Wayne, a world-weary but dedicated Prep & Landing elf, alongside Sarah Chalke as Magee, the ambitious and eggnog latte-obsessed Command Center Coordinator, and Derek Richardson as Lanny, Wayne’s loyal friend and ever-agreeable partner. They will be joined by new cast members Manny Jacinto as Renato, the most sought-after massage therapist and holistic healer in the North Pole; Dulcé Sloan as Janice, a clerk at the North Pole Post Office; and Danny Pudi as Chef Geoff, the master chef at the Fruitcake Factory. Rounding out the cast is Christopher Swindle as The Big Guy, a.k.a. Santa.

Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton return to their roles as executive producers, and Colleen Evanson is co-producer and story editor. “Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol” is produced by Disney Television Animation, part of Disney Branded Television.

Disney Branded Television also revealed a first look at the special with a teaser trailer and key art featuring Nog (short for Commodore Charles Eggnogginton III), an irresistibly cute seal pup who becomes a part of the elves’ hijinks and adventures.

Previous specials “Prep & Landing” (2009), “Prep & Landing: Operation: Secret Santa” (2010), and “Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice” (2011) are currently available to stream on Disney+. Toddland will be launching a limited-edition merchandise collection inspired by the new holiday special.

GoPro Debuts MAX2, Lit Hero, and Fluid Pro AI Gimbal

GoPro announced three exciting new products that diversify GoPro’s lineup like never before:

    1. MAX2 – the highly anticipated next-generation GoPro 360 camera featuring Emmy® Award-Winning 360 Technology for $499.99
    1. LIT HERO – the miniature lifestyle camera with a built-in light that enables “whatever, whenever” capture for $269.99
  1. Fluid Pro AI – an AI Subject Tracking gimbal for GoPro cameras, smartphones and point-and-shoot cameras weighing up to 400 grams, for $229.99

“This year’s new products diversify GoPro’s lineup like never before, delivering exciting new capabilities to today’s demanding content creators, adventurers and enthusiasts,” says GoPro Founder and CEO Nicholas Woodman. “MAX2 is the world’s best, most durable 360 camera—with its market leading True 8K video resolution, superior colors and overall image quality, industry-leading six microphone audio performance and convenient twist-off replaceable glass lenses. Our new LIT HERO camera enables fun ‘whatever, whenever’ 4K60 video and 12 megapixel photo capture with its built-in ‘retro-vibes’ light. And our new Fluid Pro AI gimbal enables today’s multi-camera owning creators a powerful but simple to use AI Subject Tracking gimbal for any GoPro camera, smartphone or point-and-shoot camera up to 400 grams.”

MAX2 – The World’s Most Durable, True 8K 360 Camera

MAX2 is a powerful, durable, yet easy-to-use 360 camera designed for professional-quality image capture and action. MAX2 is the only True 8K 360 video capture camera on the market, capturing up to 21% more resolution than the competition for superior detail and sharpness. This combines with MAX2’s superior colors and overall image quality to enable the most professional-looking 360 content in the industry. Additional MAX2 features include:

    • Full Range 10-Bit Color in True 8K + GP Log encoding captures over 1 billion colors for more realism and smoother gradations in your videos. Advanced users can use GP-Log to maximize dynamic range, details and post production flexibility with their MAX2 footage.
    • Twist-and-Go Replaceable Lenses are made from extremely durable, water-repelling optical glass. These lenses are twist-and-go easy to remove and replace, no tools or calibration necessary.
    • 29 Megapixel 360 Photos provide all the ultra high resolution you need to crop, zoom and reframe for the exact shot you want via the GoPro Quik App.
    • Enhanced Capability with GoPro Labs unlocks up to 300Mbps bitrate and additional advanced camera settings with MAX2’s free, optional GoPro Labs firmware update. GoPro Labs provides advanced users with features and capabilities that go beyond what most average users may want.
    • Industry-Leading 6 Microphones deliver true-to-life 360 audio. Improvements include wireless Bluetooth functionality, “Audio Field-of-View” and 360 stereo audio with advanced wind-noise reduction. Plus, 360 ambisonic audio support coming soon.
    • AI-Powered Software for easy 360 editing. From AI Object Tracking to MotionFrame editing of 360 content by simply panning your phone to edit, the Quik app makes 360 editing simple and fun.
    • Cloud-Based Editing for GoPro subscribers to enjoy unlimited cloud storage of their 360 footage, making it simple to use the Quik App to edit your footage in the cloud without worrying about downloading your footage or taking up storage space on your phone.
    • New In-Camera POV and Selfie Video Modes make it fast and easy to capture your point-of-view or perfectly framed selfie-shots during your favorite activities. No editing required, just capture what you want in-camera and then share the shot.
    • Invisible Mounting with 16 new mounts and accessories designed specifically for GoPro’s 360 cameras, including MAX2. Enable invisible mounting, drone-like footage and more iconic 360 perspectives with ease.
    • Industry-Leading Durability and Design. MAX2’s low-profile, more aerodynamic design is ideally suited for pole, helmet, body and vehicle mounting. MAX2 is waterproof and designed for high impact use in a wide range of conditions with its convenient twist-and-go replaceable glass lenses.
    • 1960mAh Cold-Weather Enduro Battery delivers exceptional performance in a wide range of temperatures, ensuring you get the shot no matter the conditions.
    • Built-in GPS.  MAX2 is the only 360 camera with built-in GPS.

MAX2 is available for preorder today for $499.99USD on GoPro.com. Shipping of preorders and global on-shelf availability at retail stores will begin on September 30. We will have a variety of activity-specific bundles available exclusively on GoPro.com on September 30.

HERO LIT on bumper car

LIT HERO: ‘Whatever, Whenever’ Lifestyle Capture with a Built-In Light

LIT HERO is an ultra-compact lifestyle camera featuring a built-in light that enables fun, immersive “Whatever, Whenever” video and photo capture with a unique “retro vibes” look. LIT HERO captures 4K resolution video at up to 60 frames per second, 2x slo-mo, convenient magnetic mounting and only weights 93 grams. Additonal features include:

    • Rugged Design + Waterproof to 16ft (5m) and built with legendary GoPro durability, HERO is ready to capture the fun no matter the activity—whether you’re ripping snow, dirt or water or enjoying a night out on the town with friends.
    • Built-in Light enables “Whatever, Whenever” capture during any time of day, even in complete darkness. The built-in light expands your creative options and allows for a very fun “retro vibes” look to your photos and videos compared to the sometimes “too stark” look of smartphones.
    • Stunning Image Quality and Immersive POV. Capture the action in ultra HD 4K video while bumping the frame rate up to 60 frames per second for smooth video play back in 2x slow motion.  And LIT HERO’s optional 4:3 aspect ratio delivers a more immersive experience field of view that provides the option for cropped-down 9:16 social posts.
    • Social-Ready 12 Megapixel Photos in 4:3 aspect ratio allowing for a wide range of creative cropping options for social posts.
    • Long-Lasting Enduro Battery can record continuously for over 100 minutes at its highest video setting on a single charge.

LIT HERO is available for preorder today for $269.99USD on GoPro.com. Shipping of pre-orders and global on-shelf availability at retail stores will begin on October 21.

Fluid AI gimbal on a bridge

Fluid Pro AI: Multi-Camera Gimbal for All Creators

Fluid Pro AI is an AI Subject Tracking gimbal designed for GoPro cameras, smartphones and point-and-shoot cameras weighing up to 400 grams. Engineered to meet the needs of today’s multi-camera owning content creators, Fluid Pro AI’s features include:

    • Robust 3-Axis Gimbal with interchangeable mounts that work with GoPro cameras, mobile phones and some compact point-and-shoot cameras weighing up to 400 grams.
    • Forward or Rear-Facing AI Subject Tracker that locks onto a person’s face or body to automatically track them in the frame with precision.
    • Integrated Fill Light to help balance the light in your shots for more professional results.
    • 18 hours of runtime and doubles as an external power bank.

Fluid Pro AI will be available for $229.99USD on GoPro.com and on-shelf at retail stores on October 21.

To learn more about GoPro’s new cameras, accessories, GoPro Subscription and Quik App, please visit GoPro.com.

Stellaris: Shadows of The Shroud Official Release Trailer

Paradox Interactive today released Shadows of the Shroud, a new expansion for their hit sci-fi grand strategy game Stellaris. Developed in collaboration with Abrakam, the expansion challenges players to master new psionic traditions, interact with ancient, mind-bending powers, and lead their civilization on a transcendent path. Available now on PC, Shadows of the Shroud features a remaster of the Psionic Ascension, a revamped End of the Cycle, three new origins, and six new civics, among other additions.

Features of Shadows of the Shroud include:

  • Carve your path into the Shroud: Breaching the Shroud unfolds as a three-stage situation, where your decisions will determine your empire’s spiritual destiny and determine your attunement to specific Patrons in the Shroud. After you breach into the Shroud, you will have access to a new Shroud Panel, where you can visually analyze your attunement to the Shroud. The more you attune to specific Patrons, the more benefits and bonuses you will unlock.
  • Revamped End of the Cycle: Powers, knowledge, and wealth beyond measure are yours for the taking – and you already know the cost. However, you can delay the inevitable and acquire even more benefits from this unfathomable pact.*
  • Psionic Auras: Your Empire’s Shroud Attunement will manifest across space, influencing your systems. And your friends. And your enemies. Unless the Mindwarden Enclave will curtail your power.
  • And More: “Shadows of the Shroud” will also feature New Origins, Civics, Government types, events, portraits, ships… and more!

*The End of the Cycle will remain available to players who own Utopia. Shadows of the Shroud will also grant access to this feature (in case you do not own Utopia) and exclusive new content that expands it.

Shadows of the Shroud is available now for $19.99/€19.99/£16.75. Players who own the Season 09 Expansion Pass will receive the expansion as part of their purchase at no extra cost.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Released

Your first look at “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” is here! The teaser trailer and poster are now available to download and share. The Mandalorian and Grogu embark on their most thrilling mission yet in Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” an all-new Star Wars adventure opening exclusively in theaters May 22, 2026.

The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” also stars Sigourney Weaver and is produced by Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Dave Filoni, and Ian Bryce, with music composed by Ludwig Göransson.

THE RUNNING MAN Behind the Training Featurette Out Now

In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television—a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted

by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

George Linder, James Biddle, Rachael Prior, Audrey Chon, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, Andrew Lary

PRODUCED BY

Simon Kinberg, Nira Park, Edgar Wright

BASED ON THE NOVEL BY

Stephen King

SCREENPLAY BY

Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright

DIRECTED BY

Edgar Wright

STARRING

Glen Powell, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Emilia Jones, Michael Cera, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson with Colman Domingo and Josh Brolin

TRON: Ares Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Nine Inch Nails Now Available

The “TRON: Ares” Original Motion Picture Soundtrack featuring all original music by Nine Inch Nails was released today via Interscope Records. The soundtrack for “TRON: Ares,” the third installment of Disney’s groundbreaking “TRON” franchise releasing in U.S. theaters Oct. 10, stands among Nine Inch Nails’ most compelling albums as analog soul and digital dread collide. Humming with menace, melancholy and momentum, it marks the first-ever film score by the pioneering band under their Nine Inch Nails moniker, although bandmates Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross have composed 20 scores under their own names, winning two Oscars®, three Golden Globes®, a GRAMMY® and an Emmy® in the process.

As a work by Nine Inch Nails, “TRON: Ares” is a bracing departure from their previous film scores. The album erupts with the band’s full force, breaking boundaries and redefining what music in film can be with pulsating synths, distorted textures and haunting melodies. The album doesn’t feature a single second of orchestral music.

“TRON: Ares” Original Motion Picture Soundtrack – Track List

  1. INIT
  2. FORKED REALITY
  3. AS ALIVE AS YOU NEED ME TO BE (features vocals, first single released –Watch Here)
  4. ECHOES
  5. THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING
  6. IN THE IMAGE OF
  7. I KNOW YOU CAN FEEL IT (features vocals)
  8. PERMANENCE
  9. INFILTRATOR
  10. 100% EXPENDABLE
  11. STILL REMAINS
  12. WHO WANTS TO LIVE FOREVER? (features vocals)
  13. BUILDING BETTER WORLDS
  14. TARGET IDENTIFIED
  15. DAEMONIZE
  16. EMPATHETIC RESPONSE
  17. WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?
  18. A QUESTION OF TRUST
  19. GHOST IN THE MACHINE
  20. NO GOING BACK
  21. NEMESIS
  22. NEW DIRECTIVE
  23. OUT IN THE WORLD
  24. SHADOW OVER ME

“TRON: Ares” follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings. The feature film is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro and Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson and Jeff Bridges.

Sean Bailey, Jared Leto, p.g.a., Emma Ludbrook, p.g.a., Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, p.g.a., and Steven Lisberger are the producers, with Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, Russell Allen, and Joseph Kosinski serving as executive producers. The screenplay is by Jesse Wigutow, with story by David DiGilio and Wigutow, based on characters created by Steven Lisberger and Bonnie MacBird.

Disney’s “TRON: Ares” releases in U.S. theaters on October 10, 2025.

Borderlands 4 Releases New Song in Collaboration with Zayn Malik

Today, 2K and Gearbox Software announced the release of Break Free, an original song in collaboration with multi-platinum selling artist Zayn Malik for Borderlands® 4, the latest entry in the iconic looter-shooter franchise. As a longtime fan of Borderlands recognized for his innovative style, Zayn recorded the new song, inspired by the intense setting and expressive action of the series, which serves as the ideal backdrop as players crash land onto the all-new planet Kairos.

ZAYN is a multi-platinum recording artist, songwriter, producer, and philanthropist, known for his skyscraping vocals and hybrid style of pop and R&B. He made history with his debut solo album Mind of Mine, becoming the first UK male solo artist to debut at #1 on both the UK and US charts, led by the 5x platinum global smash “PILLOWTALK.” His discography includes the gold-certified Icarus Falls, the critically acclaimed Nobody Is Listening, and his most recent album Room Under the Stairs, showcasing a more intimate and introspective sound. In 2025, ZAYN embarked on his first-ever solo tour, which instantly sold out, and marked a major milestone in his career. ZAYN has garnered several accolades throughout his career including a Billboard Music Award, American Music Award, MTV VMA, and two Brit Award nominations.

@borderlands BREAK FREE now streaming on all platforms A new Borderlands 4 track with @Zayn #Borderlands #BL4 #zayn #fyp ♬ original sound – Borderlands

A lifelong gamer, Zayn has long been a fan of the Borderlands franchise, making this a unique and exciting collaboration that brings together two of his biggest passions, music and gaming. For the complete experience, be sure to check out the accompanying video featuring the track.

Borderlands 4 transforms players into an unstoppable force on the battlefield, blasting through enemies with an arsenal of incredible weaponry. Players take up the mantle of one of four new Vault Hunters, each with unique abilities that, combined with literally billions of weapons, introduce even more ways to crush, bash, and destroy enemies.

NASCAR 25 Shows First Look at Extended Gameplay in New Video

iRacing Studios and NASCAR are proud to reveal an extended gameplay video showcase of the upcoming racing title NASCAR 25. The highly anticipated game will release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 14, 2025, with the PC release following on November 11, 2025. Join NASCAR star Anthony Alfredo as he puts the pedal to the metal behind the wheel and behind the controller with a range of options and settings to offer a true high-speed challenge for players of all skill levels!

The Standard Edition of NASCAR 25 is available to pre-order on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S via the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store starting today for $59.99.

Players can also pre-order the Gold Edition of NASCAR 25 for $79.99 and secure 3 days of early access to the game beginning on October 11. In addition, Gold Edition owners will receive the NASCAR 25 Season Pass, featuring a variety of in-game currency and bonuses, as well as 3 DLC packs including over 230 paint schemes and firesuits. The Season Pass will also be available to purchase separately at launch for $24.99.

Players who pre-order either edition of NASCAR 25 will receive 5,000 Career Bonus Dollars and 500 Career Rep Points, as well as 3 additional paint schemes featuring the game’s cover drivers: William Byron, Ryan Blaney and Christopher Bell.

PC players can wishlist NASCAR 25 today on Steam, where it will launch on November 11.

CULTIC Launches Chapter Two Expansion DLC Today

The Overwhelmingly Positive-rated retro horror-shooter CULTIC, developed by Jasozz Games and published by Saber Interactive’s 3D Realms label, has today launched its Chapter Two story expansion DLC, available now on Steam for $9.99 USD / €9.75 EUR / £8.50 GBP!

Awakening in the cold, dark morgue beneath the besieged police station, you find yourself in the middle of a cult-controlled New Grandewel, with corpses littering the streets, flames billowing from the windows of torched buildings, and cultists infesting every inch of the city you once protected. Fight your way through all-new maps in Chapter Two – a full expansion campaign boasting larger, more detailed maps, new weapons and enemies, and more secrets and surprises to discover.

Chapter Two continues and concludes the story from Chapter One, and players can expect more of CULTIC’s intense, gritty, open-ended combat, enhanced with new mechanics and refinements. CULTIC’s signature weapon arsenal returns, with the inclusion of Interlude’s Revolver and SASG, which players can freely alternate with the lever-action and sawed-off. The revamped Dodge system, along with the new Tackle mechanic, allows players to get up close and play aggressively, quickly zipping out of harm’s way or using that burst of speed to slam into enemies, stunning them and interrupting their attacks for some much-needed breathing room to reload and strike back.

Players can also utilize new “temporary weapons” such as the mounted machinegun or bazooka to dish out massive damage, adding to the roster of ways the player can weaponize the environment against their foes. Tower Shields have also received a significant overhaul, allowing them to be carried around the map much more easily, planted in the ground for temporary cover, used to run-and-gun with one-handed weapons, or launched into an enemy’s face with a well-timed kick or tackle.

To give players even more ways to enjoy these combat enhancements, Chapter Two includes three new Survival Maps, as well, featuring some of the best arenas from the new chapter to test your skills and fight against waves of enemies, including the new additions to the cult’s roster!

On top of these gameplay improvements, the game has received a significant amount of optimizations which not only allow for even larger, more densely populated maps with more detailed lighting, but also improve performance for existing maps, as well. These adjustments are all retroactive to Chapter One, as the “2.0 Update” is now also available, allowing all CULTIC players to enjoy these optimizations and gameplay updates even if they haven’t picked up the DLC yet. Chapter One has also received a full polishing pass, as well as an overhaul of some of the visuals and decor on the maps.

To keep up with the latest development updates for CULTIC, follow Jasozz Games on X/Twitter.

Critical Role Releases Official Trailer for Campaign 4

Critical Role, a leader in storytelling and world building, today officially released the trailer for Campaign 4, the highly anticipated next chapter in its flagship series. Premiering Thursday, October 2, the new campaign will introduce a new world, a new cast featuring a rotating tables format, and, for the first time in Critical Role’s core campaign, a brand new Game Master.

After three beloved campaigns set in the fantasy world of Exandria featuring the stories of Vox Machina (Campaign 1), The Mighty Nein (Campaign 2), and Bells Hells (Campaign 3), Critical Role is making a bold leap to an entirely new world called Aramán, marking a major evolution for the franchise. This campaign will also follow a stellar extended cast of players including Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Travis Willingham, Luis Carazo, Robbie Daymond, Aabria Iyengar, Whitney Moore, and Alexander Ward, with Brennan Lee Mulligan weaving this new saga as Game Master.

Using the updated 2024 rules for Dungeons & Dragons, mixed with some homebrew elements from renowned creatives Chris Perkins and Jeremy Crawford, Campaign 4 sets the stage for a world on the brink. A hero to many, and enemy to some, when Thjazi Fang is marked for execution, various figures from across his remarkable life unite to uncover the truth behind his grim fate.

Against this backdrop, the cast will traverse the new world of Aramán in a West Marches-style approach to gameplay where the story unfolds through the perspectives of three distinct rotating tables: the valiant Soldiers, the vigorous Seekers, and the veiled Schemers. As their paths converge, we’ll dive deeper into Aramán, a world of wonder with sorcery stemming from the graveyard of the gods and carrying forward the spirit of epic sagas reminiscent of The Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones.

In a land still suffering from the fallout of dead gods and living in the shadow of a tumultuous rebellion, these disparate people will come together across the fractured world of Aramán and connect in ways they never imagined. As hope and victory fade, a question hangs over Aramán. Without the Gods, what great deeds now fall to us? And who, or what, shall grab their crown for themselves?

Campaign 4 will premiere with instant access on Beacon.tv as well as streamed to Critical Role’s YouTube and Twitch channels on October 2, with the VOD available for everyone the following Monday and podcast episodes available in two parts: the first one week after the premiere, and the second on the following Tuesday. Beacon members will also get exclusive access to all episodes of Critical Role Cooldown for Campaign 4, where the cameras keep rolling and you get a front row seat to the cast’s post-show reactions.

Go to Critical Role’s website or follow along on Instagram at @Critical_Role, TikTok at @CriticalRole, and Critical Role’s newsletter to stay up-to-date.