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Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

This Unreleased Capcom Game Lives On In The Caves Of Dragon's Dogma 2

Dragon's Dogma 2 is reminiscent of the long-awaited Deep Down game.
Dragon's Dogma 2 excites fans with its unique gameplay elements and narrative. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 Feels Like A Gorgeous Makeover Of The Series' Core Values

Dragon's Dogma 2 features distinct and unrelated events shaping gameplay.
The sequel maintains core gameplay elements while enhancing visuals and technical aspects. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

Dragon's Dogma 2 doesn't care if you're new, it'll still kick your ass

Dragon's Dogma 2 is like a fantasy version of '1000 Ways to Die' with challenging encounters and deaths.
The game straddles the line between a sequel and a reboot, welcoming both new and old players. [ more ]
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science-fiction
Design You Trust
2 months ago
Design

Into the Fantastical Realms of Naoyuki Kato: A Tour of Classic Japanese Science Fiction

Naoyuki Kato is a renowned Japanese illustrator specializing in science fiction and fantasy.
His detailed and immersive artwork transports viewers to fantastical worlds. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

The best Dune art covers a stunning mix of styles

Classic Dune art has been a source of inspiration for artists since 1965, with various interpretations of Arrakis and the sandworms.
Different artists like John Schoenherr and Bruce Pennington have created iconic Dune covers, showcasing a mix of fantasy and science fiction elements. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Books

Novelist Kelly Link: I was drawn to the monsters and half-naked women on fantasy covers'

Childhood reading memories can have a lasting impact on a person's love for books.
Exploring different genres and styles of writing can lead to personal growth and a broader understanding of literature. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Books

Christopher Priest obituary

Christopher Priest was a prominent novelist who had a long and successful career.
His work defied genre categorization, with elements of science fiction and the fantastic. [ more ]
Polygon
3 months ago
Books

Essential sci-fi and fantasy books are buy one, get one 50% off at Barnes & Noble

Barnes & Noble is having a buy one, get one 50% off sale on books and board games.
The sale includes a wide selection of science fiction and fantasy books, YA fiction, graphic novels, and board games. [ more ]
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romance
CBC
2 months ago
Books

Young female readers, #BookTok fuel spicy romantasy genre's staggering sales figures | CBC Radio

Romantasy genre is a successful combination of romance and fantasy.
Romantasy books are outselling traditional fantasy blockbusters like Harry Potter. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
Books

What is romantasy? The best-selling book trend, explained.

Romantasy is a rapidly growing genre, with sales increasing by 42 percent from 2022 to 2023.
Romantasy books feature fantasy elements and a central love story, and are identified by their title structure. [ more ]
PublishersWeekly.com
4 months ago
Books

Book Deals: Week of January 15, 2024

Nidhi Pugalia at Viking has acquired the world rights to Gracie Marsden's historical feminist fantasy novel
Avon has acquired world English rights to Amy James's debut romance novel in a two-book deal [ more ]
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GameSpot
1 week ago
Books

Stephen King's The Dark Tower Graphic Novel Omnibuses Are 50% Off

The Dark Tower series by Stephen King has been adapted into graphic novel omnibuses, providing an intimate reading experience for both new and longtime fans. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 months ago
Books

Fantasy And Sci-Fi Books Are Buy One, Get One 50% Off At Amazon

Amazon and Target are offering a buy one, get one 50% off promotion on fantasy and sci-fi books.
The promotion includes popular authors like Brandon Sanderson, J.R.R. Tolkien, Frank Herbert, Stephen King, and George R.R. Martin. [ more ]
Vulture
3 months ago
Books

Sarah J. Maas Is the Mortal Queen of Faerie Smut

The article discusses a sex scene in Sarah J. Maas's book and how it fits into the overall story.
The scene represents the protagonist's transformation and realization of her true love. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Normal Rules Don't Apply by Kate Atkinson audiobook review tales of fantastical mundanity

In Kate Atkinson's collection of interconnected stories, dogs and horses talk, ghosts watch TV, and the world experiences a daily event called The Void where everything goes dark.
The book explores ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, trying to take control of their lives amidst the fantastical and the mundane. [ more ]
Juxtapoz
2 weeks ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - There's a "Transfiguration" Going On @ GR Gallery, NYC

The exhibition 'Transfiguration' at GR gallery showcases a blend of physical reality, fantasy, and shifting figuration towards abstraction in the works of four artists. [ more ]
time.com
2 weeks ago
Writing

The Idea of You Is About the Ultimate Middle-Aged-Lady Fantasy: Being Noticed

Romantic comedies are adapting by exploring deeper and more taboo themes to capture audiences.
Romance has shifted to include middle-aged-lady fantasy genre (MALF) to cater to a changing audience. [ more ]
Toucharcade
1 month ago
Video games

Critically Acclaimed 'Howl' Arrives On Mobile

Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale game set in a fantasy medieval realm with werewolves.
The gameplay in Howl is grid-based with a focus on strategy and evasion of enemies to reach the stage exits. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

June 2024 Is Wildly Stacked For Big TV Show Releases

June 2024 brings a variety of new TV releases spanning fantasy, superhero, sci-fi, and drama genres.
Highlighted releases include The Acolyte, The Boys Season 4, House of the Dragon Season 2, and The Bear. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Film

Local director to premiere new film Spirit Riser' at the Museum of the Moving Image | amNewYork

Blend of fantasy, horror, comedy, action, and surrealism in director Dylan Mars Greenberg's new film Spirit Riser.
Spirit Riser premieres at Museum of the Moving Image on March 30, featuring real-life siblings and notable actors in the cast. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Film

Damsel': Millie Bobby Brown, neither a princess nor a dragon slayer

Millie Bobby Brown stars as the protagonist in the dark fairy tale Damsel directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo.
Fresnadillo is known for erasing genre borders in his projects, blending thriller, fantasy, and horror elements. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
OMG science

Did not expect this kind of lore from NASA's first tabletop game

The Lost Universe is NASA's free tabletop role-playing game blending education with fantasy elements.
Players must save the day after a dragon steals the Hubble Space Telescope in the game's complex cosmic mystery. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Geotic: The Anchorite

Will Wiesenfeld's Geotic album The Anchorite creates a sylvan, serene atmosphere inspired by the concept of a religious recluse.
Wiesenfeld combines folk-like textures, pop melodies, and elements akin to Bibio's music in The Anchorite, evoking certainty and peace. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Food & drink

Rachel Roddy's recipe for bonet, or chocolate and amaretti set pudding

A trolley at a flea market caught the attention of the writer and reminded them of a pudding trolley.
The writer regrets not purchasing the trolley and imagines using it to recreate their fantasy pudding trolley. [ more ]
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