The Super Mario Galaxy movie is primed for a predictably massive opening weekend despite mixed reviews, but the biggest surprise may be the non-Mario characters who make an appearance. Just ahead of the film's opening Nintendo revealed that Fox McCloud appears alongside all the Mushroom Kingdom denizens. If all that fancy flying puts you or your kids in the mood to explore the Star Fox oeuvre, we're here to help.

Star Fox is a traditional on-rails space shooter starring a team of anthropomorphic starfighter pilots. The team itself is called Star Fox, and Fox McCloud is the team leader. The other pilots--in most games, Peppy, Falco, and Slippy--are your wingmen. The series debuted on the Super NES in 1993, showing off rudimentary but at-the-time mind-blowing 3D effects. So should you track down the original Star Fox and get shooting? Not necessarily.

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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Hardcover)

$57 (was $60) | Releases November 24

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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Collector's Edition (Hardcover)

$100 | Releases November 2026

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was one of 2025's biggest hits, a gorgeous turn-based RPG that came out of nowhere and became an instant classic on launch day. One striking feature of the game is its art direction, and if you want to explore how Sandfall Interactive combined classic art influences with modern inspiration, you can do so with this new art book. Ahead of its November 24 release, The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is on sale for $57 (was $60) on Amazon, and publisher Udon Entertainment is also offering an exclusive Collector's Edition for $100.

The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Hardcover) $57 (was $60) | Releases November 24

The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a 352-page hardcover tome packed with artwork and testimonials from developer Sandfall Interactive detailing the making of the game. The cover features fan-favorite character Maelle, while inside, readers will find notes on the creative process, artistic influences, design documents, and previously unseen illustrations used to create Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, along with insights from the people who worked on the game. This edition is available to preorder at Amazon and publish Udon Entertainment's online store.

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The Art of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Collector's Edition is a deluxe edition that is exclusive to Udon Entertainment's online store. This version is loaded with extra content and premium packaging. It features gold ink printing, a cardboard slipcase modeled after Alicia's mask, a golden-plated metal medal, 10 art prints on textured paper, and a cardboard portfolio with exclusive artwork.

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Change often leaves indie developers balancing their own creative plans with what players expect after a hit. Success, especially sudden success, can reshape a studio's future overnight.

Players now expect ongoing updates, long-term support, and clear roadmaps. But even at the highest level, that model is difficult to sustain. Recent layoffs at Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite, highlighted how demanding live support has become. The tension between long-term vision and player demand is becoming harder to manage. Indie teams face similar pressure without the same resources.

Aggro Crab, the studio behind Peak, is one such team. However, the studio's legacy didn't start with a live-service title; instead it began with a comedic-yet-brutal soul like: Another Crab's Treasure. The title was a commercial and critical success, elevating the studio to new heights. But after finishing Another Crab's Treasure back in 2024, Aggro Crab's small team was exhausted. The three-year project left everyone drained.

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Recent comments from industry figures have reignited speculation about the future of The Last of Us: Part III--even though no official confirmation has been made. Neil Druckmann, a key creative force behind the series at Naughty Dog, recently made some quizzical remarks that were enough to keep hopes alive. Now, new insights from a former studio lead suggest that something may indeed be happening behind the scenes--though details remain tightly guarded.

Speaking on the Lance E Lee Podcast (via GamesRadar) former Naughty Dog game director Vinit Agarwal reflected on his time at the studio, including his work on The Last of Us Online. After spending seven years developing the multiplayer project before its cancellation, Agarwal revealed that he transitioned to directing another "future game" within the company, where he remained for an additional year. While he ultimately left to pursue a new venture, his comments confirm that development on at least one other major title was underway during his final period at the studio.

Notably, Agarwal distinguished this mystery project from Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, which he explicitly referred to as "Neil's game." This distinction has fueled speculation that the unnamed project could be something entirely separate--possibly even tied to the The Last of Us universe. Back in 2023, Naughty Dog stated that multiple large-scale single-player games were in development following the cancellation of its multiplayer title, and Druckmann later reiterated that more than one project was in progress.

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is finally here, and regardless of how critics feel about it, one thing is certain: It's going to make an astronomical amount of money. But that doesn't answer the real question of if Nintendo's latest film endeavor is actually worth seeing, does it?

While I could offer my two cents on the matter, I noticed when doing my own research on the film that there was a distinct lack of reviews from one of the film's target demographics: kids. Granted, this is largely due to writing competency issues and child labor laws, both of which are extremely fair reasons, but this lack also presented me with an exciting opportunity. Rather than give you my take on the film, I decided to ask my Mario-enthusiast son what he thought about it.

For background, my kid, unsurprisingly, loves video games. At this point, I think half of my paycheck is just funneled over to Nintendo. He adores Pokemon and Pikmin and has the plushies to prove it, but above all else, he adores the Mario brothers and their various adventures.

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After 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie made a billion dollars, fans theorized that Wario should be in the next movie and that Danny DeVito should voice him. Even DeVito himself said he wanted to voice Wario, going on to joke that he would demand a high fee.

Charlie Day, who plays Luigi, told ScreenRant that his "dream casting pick" for Wario would be DeVito, his It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia co-star. "Danny would fit so well in this universe, and he would be a good Wario, I think," Day said.

Wario was not in The Super Mario Bros. Movie or the newly released The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The latest movie is already breaking records at the box office, and many believe a third entry in the series is not a question of it, but when. Could Wario show up in a potential third animated Mario movie? It sure seems possible, but nothing is set as of yet.

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Super Battle Golf, the chaotic arcade-style golf game where everyone plays at the same time, is getting a new update on April 9 that adds new holes, a new game mechanic, and more items to dial up the mayhem even further.

The Frozen Fairway update adds the snow biome, featuring nine new holes set in chilly locations. The holes are themed around winter, so players can expect icy terrain and slippery conditions to make hitting the golf ball more challenging. Additionally, nine more holes are being added to existing maps.

In terms of new mechanics, the Frozen Fairway update introduces wind to the mix. Like in real life, players will need to change their strategies based on wind speed and direction. There are two new items in the update that players can use to save themselves or sabotage others, including the Rocket Driver and the Freeze Bomb.

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