iFixit Now Sells Genuine Xbox Parts for DIY Repairs

If you need a specific component to repair your broken or malfunctioning Xbox console, you can now order genuine parts for Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S models. Official components and step-by-step DIY repair guides for both all-digital and disk drive editions of Xbox Series S and X from Microsoft are now available throughiFixit’s Microsoft Repair Hub. “We’re excited to be working with Microsoft to keep Xboxes running longer and out of the waste heap,” said Elizabeth Chamberlain, iFixit’s director of sustainability....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 298 words · Kaylee Bailey

I’m Convinced These 8 Hulk Marvel Comic Stories Could Save The MCU Character’s Story From Continuing To Be Wasted

Hulkcomics provide several perfect stories that theMarvel Cinematic Universecould adapt in order to improve Hulk’s languishing narrative.The MCU timeline’s treatment of Hulk has become a divisive topic. Once a feared force of destruction, Bruce Banner’s alter ego has gradually been softened, diluted into comic relief and background support. WhileShe-HulkandAvengers: Endgametried to evolve the character, the result has been a loss of dramatic weight and emotional intensity. However, it doesn’t have to stay that way, and the comics show the perfect way to correct Hulk’s wavering trajectory....

May 27, 2025 · 7 min · 1340 words · Amanda Cochran

Kirby Air Riders Direct Has Me Worried For Another Major Nintendo IP

On August 19, legendary developer Masahiro Sakurai is hosting a Nintendo Direct all aboutKirby Air Riders, the legacy sequel to 2003’sKirby Air Ride, a GameCube classic. Sakurai created both theKirbyandSuper Smash Bros.franchises, and will likely have some very interesting insight intoAir Riders, a game thatNintendo claims is ahead of its time. But the Pink Puffball stepping into the spotlight at this time has me wondering what’s happening withMetroid Prime 4: Beyond....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 599 words · Diane Cochran

Kojima Productions’ mascot is just plain cool

Nice duds Thatmascotfor Kojima Productions is actually a person, not some sort of badass cyber-skeleton in a space suit, and he’s got a tagline: “I’ll keep coming.” The phrase elicited a few different reactions from us. I laughed, because I’m easy like that. Brett ran it through an anagram machine and came back with “Lice Elk Moping” and “Compile Leg Ink.” Zack thought it could be a riff onMetal Gear Solid‘s “Kept you waiting, huh?...

May 27, 2025 · 1 min · 161 words · Brittany Arellano

LibreOffice, the Free Office Suite, Has a Fresh New Look

LibreOffice is a popular open-source office suite, with applications that canserve as replacementsfor Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Now there’s a new update with design changes and a few new features. The Document Foundation, the group that maintains LibreOffice, released LibreOffice 7.5 Community today. The “Community” label is for the open-source version intended for home use – there’s a paid version built for corporate and government computers with more direct support....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Mitchell Smith

Marvel’s Most Revealing Costume Is Back, But It Better Not Last

One ofMarvel’smost revealing costumes has officially returned, but how long will it last? Comic book costumes have sparked their share of controversy, and a forthcoming variant cover forCloak or Dagger#1 will keep the discussion going a little longer,at least as Dagger’s classic (and revealing) outfit makes a surprising return. Marvel released their October solicitations, including a first look atCloak or Dagger#1. Written by Justina Ireland and drawn by Lorenzo Tammetta, it ushers in a new status quo for the fan-favorite duo....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 580 words · Taylor Flynn

Microsoft’s Mattrick tries to ease Xbox One concerns

“Those business models exist today and they’ll exist in the future” Following this morning’s eventfulMicrosoft conference, Microsoft president of interactive entertainment, Don Mattrick, stepped to the side to speak withBBC Newson all things Xbox One. He tried to calm our nerves regarding the consoles major roadblocks — namely price and used games restrictions — but what came out of his mouth sounded more like, “Deal with it.” On the$499 price tag, Mattrick explained, “We’re giving great value to consumers, and this is our launch window....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 295 words · Daniel Arias

Mortal Kombat 11's Shang Tsung Casts MK Movie Actor

Not long ago,Mortal Kombat 11confirmedNoob Saibot with a gameplay trailerthat focused on his move set and his fatality in the latest installment in the gory fighting franchise. At the same time, Shang Tsung was also confirmed at the C2E2 Expo in Chicago, withMortal Kombatcreator Ed Boon confirming that this character will be voiced by the same actor from the 1995Mortal Kombatmovie, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa. For those out of the loop, Tagawa is a Japanese-born American actor, sports physiologist, martial artist, and stuntman who has appeared inStar Trek: The Next Generation, the James Bond filmLicense to Kill,Miami Vice,MacGyver,Mortal Kombat, and more....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Sara Henson

Mortal Kombat 11: Nightwolf Details Coming This Week?

It has been two months since Nightwolf was announced as aMortal Kombat 11DLC character, and details about this post-launch fighter still remain at a minimum. While fans have gotten a look at the character, by way of a briefMortal Kombat 11Nightwolf teaser, information on his moveset and official release date has not been revealed. However, it seems that this relative silence about Nightwolf may be about to finally come to an end....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Kevin Watkins

Must Watch: Justin Bieber’s New Music Video Has a Surprise Fans Didn’t See Coming

Whoever said “streaming killed the video star” has clearly never metJustin Bieber. Since the ’80s (a decade before the 31-year-old pop sensation was even born),music videoshave helped shape careers and define eras.MTValone, with their VJs in the ’80s and ’90s to theVideo Music Awardsand the coveted Moon Man trophy,ensured that music videos have been crucial to the industry at large for nearly five decades. These days, a great music video can be harder to find,but at least one artist has not forgotten the art of a beautifully directed visual....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Keith Holland

My Dress-Up Darling! Announces Anime Sequel

Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru, better known asMy Dress-Up Darling!made a teaser announcing the second season of the romantic comedy. The series' official website made the announcement on Saturday, with a teaser featuring clips from the first season of the anime and a new visual from the series author Shinichi Fukuda. The first season ofMy Dress-Up Darling!was very well received, and news of a second season will come highly welcomed as the return of one of the most notable manic-pixiedream girls of 2022, Marin Kitagawa, is now on the cards....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 419 words · Miss Cindy Hahn MD

Netflix Is Ending Offline Downloads on Windows

Netflix is replacing its outdated Windows app. For some users, this is a good thing—the new Netflix app for Windows will provide a consistent video quality and work with ad-supported plans. Unfortunately, the new app won’t support Netflix’s offline downloads feature. The original Netflix app for Windows is a mess. It takes forever to load, and while it technically supports 4K video, it often defaults to a lower resolution. Also, it was never updated to support Netflix’s ad implementation, so it requires an expensive ad-free plan....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Mark Cain

Netflix's The Lincoln Lawyer Still Has A Perfect Unused Cameo Opportunity After $87M Thriller Movie From 14 Years Ago

After three seasons, Netflix’sThe Lincoln Lawyerstill has the perfect opportunity for a great cameo that would reference a $87 million thriller movie from 14 years ago. Based on the books by Michael Connelly, the legal drama is, without a doubt, one of the best Netflix original shows. The passionate fanbase is eagerly awaitingThe Lincoln Lawyerseason 4. Although there aregreat shows likeThe Lincoln Lawyerto watch in the meantime, nothing quite hits the same way....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 510 words · Kristin Green