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Mobile games have gone through many changes since their pre-smartphone debut in the 1990s. At first, there were lots of free mobile games. Then, developers charged a dollar or two. Later, freemium mobile games with in-app purchases took over. Of all the mobile gaming trends we’ve seen, Apple Arcade is perhaps the most exciting one. This subscription service costs a modest fee and offers several benefits that promise to shake up the mobile gaming landscape for years to come....

There are many non-horror movies that are so good at developing characters and establishing moods that they end up being quite creepy and dreadful, sucking you into a world of disturbing psyches, unusual behaviors, and eerie atmospheres. If you want to be creeped out but not in a scary way, here are our picks for the best low-key creepy movies that aren’t horrors. They’re just dramas and thrillers done incredibly well....

Some spells seem like easy picks. For example, being able to turn invisible to avoid attacks and slip by unnoticed? Yeah, Invisibility is always going to be useful. Being able to incinerate a room full of baddies? Yeah, Fireball is pretty awesome. But once you’ve taken the spells that seem like must-picks, which other spells should you focus on? After all, there are plenty of D&D 5e spells that don’t immediately seem very useful… But when they’re used in clever and interesting ways, they can really turn the tides of any combat or social encounter....

His story is known by all and his modus operandi has turned into the stuff of legends. Yet, through it all, the Batman stories have featured many other incredible characters across its various mediums. From Joker to Robin, Harley Quinn to Poison Ivy, Batman himself is more than just his own character—he’s a touchstone for the beginnings of many other characters throughout comics and popular culture. Here are our picks for the greatest Batman characters who have the depth and complexity to deserve their own spin-off TV series....

Well, you can start your day preparing for work (or school) and still be active, either while you’re at home, while you’re commuting, or while you’re stuck in meetings (or classes) at your desk. With a little bit of motivation and some discipline, you can start getting into shape in no time with the help of a few geeky gadgets and devices that are affordable and on the market right now....

No matter which gaming genres you prefer, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to find at least one video game that combines your favorite gameplay mechanics with anime aesthetics. And a bunch of them are available on Xbox Game Pass, which is great news for Xbox gamers. Not all of them are good, though, and some of the best ones may not be on the platform. Here are our picks for the best anime games on Xbox Game Pass that are worth playing if you haven’t already....

The experience ranges from the classic 2D side-scrolling platformer to the exploration-inspiring 3D platformer, including the increasingly common 2.5D platformer. But they all share this in common: run, jump, repeat. If you still think platforming is the same as what it was when a certain Italian plumber first descended down a massive pipe, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by what’s on offer via Xbox Game Pass. Here are some of the best platformer games on Xbox Game Pass, which you can play right now without paying an extra cent if you’re already subscribed....

And there’s a good reason for this: the endless replayability that comes with roguelike features can make for games that last. You won’t find many true roguelikes on Xbox Game Pass (what’s a true roguelike?), but you’ll find plenty of roguelike-likes, roguelites, and other kinds of games that incorporate roguelike elements. So yes, we’re playing fast and loose with the term here, but even purists will surely find something to love in these Xbox Game Pass games!...

Once the final episode airs, we’re going to miss the Shelby gang and their gangster antics. But as good as Peaky Blinders is, it’s certainly not the only good gang-related TV show—and if you want more like it, there are plenty of other series worth checking out. Here are our picks for the best TV shows about gangs and gangsters for fans of crime drama television. 10. Love/Hate (2010–2014) This RTÉ series about the criminal underworld of Dublin, Ireland probably flew under your radar....

Everybody feels alone at some point in their lives, and that’s a feeling that many filmmakers have tried to translate to the big screen time and time again. It’s not an easy emotion to capture, but when it’s done well, the resulting movie can make you feel things you never expected to. Here are the best movies about loneliness, how different people deal with feeling lonely, and even how they overcome it....

So many movies have explored this relationship, from the deep-seated bond between mother and her young son to the inevitable strain that comes from the ups and downs of a boy becoming a man (and beyond). A mother will always occupy an important place in a man’s heart, and these movies show how important that bond can be. 12. Ben Is Back (2018) When a person is an addict, they aren’t just hurting themselves—they’re also hurting their parents....

Not all techniques, skills, jutsus, and powers are based on the stereotypical fire, water, wind, and earth attributes. Not all involve violence, destruction, or death. Some of the most memorable abilities are actually quite simple, but can be used in creative ways. Here are some of the most unique abilities and powers featured in anime series and why they’re actually pretty cool. 14. Regeneration Minimum (Hamatora) Art was believed to be just an ordinary man, at least until he was killed and returned to life with his Regeneration Minimum, an ability that was triggered by his death....

The gift-giving season is supposed to be one of appreciation and gratitude, so don’t overthink it. It’s the thought that counts! Plus, hunting for great gift ideas can be fun if you keep an open mind. If you have someone in your life who’s a bookworm, here are some amazing gifts to give. Trust me, I’m an avid reader myself! 15. Custom Book Poster If your reader friends love to decorate and they have blank wall space to fill, this is a great gift....

Even from turbulent beginnings, this late-night sketch TV show brought us the best comedy talent—both on camera and behind the scenes—that went on to bigger successes in movies and TV. But what sticks in our memory are those amazing sketches that had us gasping with laughter. They’re quotable, they’re thought-provoking, they’re remembered for their casts’ outrageous performances. The segments in SNL range from live sketches to recorded skits, with the latter comprising concepts like commercial spoofs, Lonely Island videos, and one-off or recurring performances....

The soft-spoken Italian plumber is one of the most immediately recognizable characters on the planet and has been a mainstay of gaming culture for more than 40 years. When it comes to the official Super Mario franchise games, Nintendo has done a bang-up job in making sure that every single title starring Mario is a unique, polished, and fun experience. But even so, mistakes can be made. Not every game is perfect, and some are downright better....

As human beings, Earth is our home. It’s the only home we’ve ever had. That means when a version of Earth that we’ve never seen before comes along, one that shows it in a vastly different way than what we know it to be, we feel a striking resonance with what could be. And the best thing about sci-fi cinema is that the possibilities are endless. Post-apocalyptic Earth is one that’s been done many times, but each version is unique in its own way....

Anti-villains aren’t complete antitheses to heroes. They’re trouble individuals who are driven (or stuck) with no other choice than to pursue their purposes. They’ve gotten lost along their journeys, performing terrible acts of morally gray atrocities against their better judgment. And anti-villains are particularly prominent in science fiction, a genre that dominates modern cinema. Of the top ten highest-grossing movies of all time, seven are sci-fi films—and each one features an anti-villain who’s driven toward a reasonable but twisted purpose....

Movies are no exception in that regard. There’s an entire culture in cinema that deals with depressive states, dreary situations, and what those experiences mean through the lenses of different characters. The absence of hope can be a powerful emotion that engulfs the theater when shown on the big screen, largely because everybody knows how painful it can be to feel despair and hopelessness. Here are some of the best movies about depression, despair, and hopelessness that tackled these themes in incredible ways....

The fact that he’s worked twice with the great Daniel Day-Lewis on critically acclaimed projects is one thing. But to make a movie with Adam Sandler and have it be an understated piece of comedic perfection? That’s on another level entirely. Want to know what makes him so great? We’ve ranked the best Paul Thomas Anderson movies for you to explore. You might be surprised by some of the excellent films he’s put out!...

Few villains have been able to become pop culture icons in their own right, detached from the stardom of their corresponding superheroes. We’re, of course, talking about The Joker of Gotham City. The Clown Prince of Crime has found a place in comic book lore that even most heroes never achieve. The Joker is instantly recognizable. He’s a known threat to whoever he’s near. He’s Batman’s greatest nemesis. In short, The Joker is the biggest and best villain of them all....