Sounds like Disney is cooking up something in the world of video games. A couple of job listings went up on the Disney Careers website at the end of last month, for senior and regular gameplay engineer positions. As is par for the course for listings like these, what exactly it is you'd be working on wasn't mentioned, but it does say that Disney is "building an expert development team that will be building a groundbreaking game experience that will herald the next generation of Disney to the world."

Both roles mention Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel, so it sounds like it might be a cross-property project. Notably, it also mentions that having experience in Unreal Editor for Fortnite and Verse (the programming language used for UEFN), making it sound like these roles could be for Disney's previously announced metaverse within Fortnite. That deal saw Disney invest $1.5 billion into Epic Games, though we're yet to see any results from it bar the usual collaborations Fortnite features.

Earlier this year, prolific Fortnite leaker Hypex shared that this Disney metaverse had been moved into a "stable" build/branch, but aside from the initial announcement last year, there's only been a small tease about how the house of mouse's theme parks might integrate with the game.

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Following the success of its debut title, Tales of Kenzera: Zau, Surgent Studios has opted to explore an entirely different genre with its next game: psychological horror. With Dead Take, the studio sets its sights on creating a tense and atmospheric experience that tasks players with splicing together live-action footage as they explore a Hollywood mansion and the dark side of fame. It's a hard pivot and a tall order, but a first look at the game's lead actors stepping into their roles definitely inspires some confidence.

GameSpot can exclusively share a look at lead actors Ben Starr (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Final Fantasy XVI) and Neil Newbon (Baldur's Gate 3, Detroit: Become Human) as seen in the game's live-action segments. Both clips are presented as footage from audition tapes, and see the characters nervously introduce themselves before disturbing supernatural elements cut in. As someone who has, yet again, fallen into a major Baldur's Gate 3 pit, hearing our beloved Astarion put on a deep American accent definitely surprised me--but not as much as the clips' final moments.

In Dead Take, players take on the role of Chase Lowry (Newbon) as he tries to uncover what happened to his close friend Vinny Monroe (Starr). As Chase explores the luxurious-yet-eerie Los Angeles mansion Vinny was last seen at, he is forced to wade through footage of the pair in an attempt to make sense of what happened. It's worth noting, however, that prior to Vinny's disappearance, both he and Chase were auditioning for the same role in a critically-acclaimed filmmaker's next movie, hinting that there might have been a bit of animosity between the pair. And yet, jealousy isn't the only dark force at work, as there seems to be a strange supernatural element to the game as well.

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Since Pope Leo XIV was elected, Pokemon fans had some fun with the Popplio meme, which saw the seal-looking water-type creature donning a mitre. Recently, though, a lucky and devout Pokemon fan had the pleasure of making the meme a reality of sorts when the Holy Father signed his Popplio card during a youth trip to Italy.

Talking about his experience on Reddit, the fan known as ReptileCake said that Pope Leo got a small chuckle from the interaction. He brought two cards with him, one for the Pope to bless, and the other to sign.

"I introduced it as Popplio because it sounds like Pope Leo," ReptileCake wrote on Reddit earlier this week. "He laughed, probably as a courtesy, but he did know about Pokémon cards, he even showed it around to the guards around him. Then I asked him to sign a copy for me, and he was happy to oblige."

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Later this week, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 will officially launch on consoles and PC. But if you're willing to pay for early access, you can play Pro Skater 3 + 4 right now.

Activision Blizzard has released Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 - Deluxe Edition Upgrade on PSN and Xbox and PC. For an extra $20, players can join the three-day early access ahead of the game's official launch on July 11. If you're a Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscriber, that's all you'll need to start playing right now. Those on PlayStation (and those on Xbox/PC without a Game Pass subscription) will need to outright buy the $70 Digital Deluxe Edition.

The Digital Deluxe Edition also includes the Doom Slayer and the Revenant as playable skaters, each with their own secret moves and skate decks. Doom Slayer also has two unique outfits as well as the Unmaykr Hoverboard skate deck. Additionally, the in-game soundtrack has songs that aren't included in the standard edition as well as exclusive Create-a-Skater items.

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Universal Orlando Resort is bringing a peek into the magic, adventure, and thrills of its brand-new theme park, Universal Epic Universe, to the heart of San Diego during the annual Fandom Party on Thursday, July 24. Taking over FLOAT at the Hard Rock Hotel from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., the Universal-sponsored celebration will transport party guests into first-of-its-kind immersive experiences inspired by the park’s five incredible worlds.

Following the May opening of Universal Epic Universe, fans will get a special preview of what awaits them in Orlando. From the wonder of Celestial Park and the spellbinding magic of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Ministry of Magic™, to the vibrant SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™-Donkey Kong Country™, the heroes of How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and the legendary monsters of Dark Universe, this activation brings each world to life for fans in a way only Universal can.

The Fandom Party is one of the most anticipated events of San Diego’s convention week, and this year Universal Epic Universe is at the center of it all — offering fans, creators, and industry insiders a night to explore their fandoms like never before.

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This September will be the 30th anniversary of Doom's arrival on the Super Nintendo. But Limited Run isn't waiting around to get the party started. The physical-media brand has debuted the first look at the Doom SNES collector's edition, as well as the special rumble controller that will be compatible with it.

On Friday, July 11, preorders will open for the Doom collector's edition and the Doom standard edition, which will go for $175 and $100, respectively. Both versions include 14 new levels that weren't on the original SNES release, as well as nightmare mode, circle strafing, performance enhancements, and rumble support on playable SNES cartridges.

Doom collector's edition (SNES).

The collector's edition features a blood-splattered cartridge, an embossed foil box, a 12" x 16" poster, and an instruction booklet. However, it does not include a controller. If you want to try out the new SNES rumble controller, then you'll have to order that separately for $35. Preorders for the controller will also open on July 11.

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Step into the armored boots of an overzealous knight as you fight across the continent rescuing princesses from their monstrous captors in Tiny Pixels Vol. 2 - Stormy Knights! Slash, dodge, defend and overcome minions like goblins and lizardmen to reach the boss of the castle, and if you emerge victorious, you’ll win the affection of a fair maiden imprisoned within. Each run is unique, with different princesses to find and rescue each time! Collect valuable golden medals to purchase perpetual upgrades across 3 skill trees and stack the deck in your favor for subsequent runs. How long can you keep up this personal crusade as you survive against seemingly impossible odds?