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Set in the economic boom period of late-’80s Japan, Yakuza 0 alternates between series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu and his longtime best frenemy Goro Majima during their years as newbie gangsters. In the first two chapters, Kiryu roughs up a salaryman in a dingy alleyway to collect a debt, then gets framed for the guy’s murder. He goes from the bottom rung of the ladder to somewhere even worse. For Kiryu, being in the yakuza isn’t glamorous at all. But when we first meet Majima in Chapter 3, we’re suddenly awash in the luxurious extravagance of underworld life. source https://www.polygon.com/yakuza-0-majima-introduction-cabaret-grand/

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 1 Reloaded launched on Thursday Jan. 8, and amongst a few new maps, it also brought with it the first major tie-in event. From a collaboration with the Fallout television series, there are a bunch of new operator skins, including Maximus, kitted out in his T-60 Power Armor, the Ghoul, and shortly, Lucy will arrive too as part of a store-bought bundle. They look excellent, so for fans of the show, they're a brilliant addition. source https://www.polygon.com/black-ops-7-fallout-nuketown-vault-town-easter-egg-missing/

2026 is looking to be a great year for Fire Emblem fans. Not only is Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave — which could be either a sequel or prequel to Fire Emblem: Three Houses — set to release this year, but now the best Fire Emblem game of the franchise's earlier years is available to play on the Nintendo Switch 2. source https://www.polygon.com/fire-emblem-path-of-radiance-nintendo-switch-classics/

From making a coin disappear to levitation, magic tricks are a delight to watch — even when we know we’re being fooled. But no daring escape compares to the pleasure of learning the secrets behind a trick. There’s a forbidden joy in understanding the deception and all the sleight of hand that took place right in front of us. source https://www.polygon.com/trails-beyond-the-horizon-review/

After all, how can you follow a movie about the literal end of the world? Most filmmakers might see the apocalypse as an obstacle to write around or retcon, but Waugh was determined to honor the plot of Greenland , in which engineer John Garrity (Gerard Butler) races across America to save his family from an Earth-ending meteor by bringing them to a military bunker on the eponymous Denmark-owned island. source https://www.polygon.com/greenland-2-migration-director-interview/

Sony is giving the PlayStation 5 some bold new tones, including an eye-straining new green colorway that will really help your gigantic console pop much more brightly than it currently does. A trio of new "Hyperpop" hues for the PlayStation are coming in March, in the form of new DualSense controllers and PS5 console covers, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced Wednesday . source https://www.polygon.com/ps5-new-dualsense-colors-covers-hyperpop-price-preorder/

Critical Role has been plenty busy. Not only did the animated adaptation of their second Dungeons & Dragons campaign, The Mighty Nein , finish in December, but its creators are hard at work on Campaign 4 . However, even with so much Dungeons & Dragons on the company's plate, the latest actual-play show to come to Critical Role's streaming platform, Beacon , has made it clear they haven't left behind their own tabletop gaming system, Daggerheart . source https://www.polygon.com/critical-role-daggerheart-azerim-viva-la-dirt-league/

January is traditionally a month for starting projects, trying new things, and working to break bad habits — particularly anything that gets in the way of self-improvement or productivity. Polygon figured one of the industry’s most prolific writers might have some tips on breaking writer’s block, maintaining focus, and completing projects, so we reached out to ask Sanderson how he keeps his energy up and gets so much done. source https://www.polygon.com/brandon-sanderson-writing-tips-productivity-finish-a-novel/

To say that Splitgate developers 1047 Games had a rocky year in 2025 would be the understatement of the century. source https://www.polygon.com/splitgate-steam-charts-numbers-devs-respond/

For a dead man, Space-Time Special Agent Romeo sure leads an interesting life. Playing as a crazy scientist's grandson in the third-person action adventure game Romeo Is a Dead Man , fighting grotesque mutants, boarding FBI spaceships, and strolling through alternate dimensions is just your average workday. source https://www.polygon.com/romeo-is-a-dead-man-preview-impressions-sci-fi-adventure/

You’ve drank Hideo Kojima sake . You’ve checked the time on your Hideo Kojima watch . You’ve even gone hiking in your Hideo Kojima exoskeleton . But are you ready to game on your Hideo Kojima laptop? Kojima Productions and Asus have partnered up to create a limited edition ROG Flow Z13 that looks like something you’d find in Death Stranding . source https://www.polygon.com/hideo-kojima-rog-flow-z13-kjp-announced/

On Monday, during its presentation for CES 2026, Asus-owned Republic of Gamers ( ROG ) announced a new collaboration with AR pioneer Xreal . The ROG Xreal R1 glasses feature plug-and-play microOLED displays that let you enjoy games — or movies, or even spreadsheets for the true sickos among us — on a virtual screen of up to 171 inches. But what sets these glasses apart from previous Xreal offerings is the refresh rate of 240Hz, which makes them more suitable for competitive and pro gamers. source https://www.polygon.com/asus-rog-xreal-r1-glasses-ces-2026/

After a year in which Hollow Knight: Silksong seemed to trail a distant second to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 in many Game of the Year tallies — including at The Game Awards, which Clair Obscur dominated — Team Cherry's game has finally stolen a GOTY title from its rival, and it's a big one: Game of the Year in the Steam Awards . source https://www.polygon.com/silksong-goty-steam-awards/

It’s been six long years since Star Wars graced the big screen in 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. Here’s a list of all the movies Lucasfilm announced, then either canceled or let languish in development limbo, since then: source https://www.polygon.com/star-wars-2026-movies/

The story begins in a New York City apartment building, where 8-year-old Aurora (Sophie Sloan) hires her assassin neighbor (Mads Mikkelsen in a much-hyped Hannibal reunion) to kill the monster living underneath her bed. As expected, the hitman (labeled “Intriguing Neighbor” in the credits) isn’t too enthused by the assignment, and doesn’t believe Aurora’s tall tales. He has bigger problems of his own to deal with: his job has put a big target on his back. source https://www.polygon.com/dust-bunny-brings-best-of-hannibal-and-bryan-fuller-to-the-silver-screen/

When Disney completed the acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019, movie fans mostly focused on how the deal would impact Marvel. But the purchase gave Disney access to more than just the X-Men and Fantastic Four , and now the company is bending one of Fox’s longest-running franchises to fit its mold of teen-friendly entertainment. Predator: Badlands eschews horror and bloodshed in favor of a wholesome Star Wars-style film, complete with its own version of Baby Yoda. source https://www.polygon.com/predator-badlands-review/

As of Jan. 1, Pluto TV now has one of the biggest sci-fi series of the 1990s — or, ever, really — streaming for free in its library. Despite its acclaim and it being a cultural landmark, The X-Files , which is about a pair of FBI agents that investigate the paranormal, can be an intimidating show to get into. After all, it’s known for having a complex, series-long mythology which, admittedly, doesn’t all pay off or get explained in a way that is coherent or satisfying. source https://www.polygon.com/best-x-files-episodes-stream-free-to-watch-first/

It’s no secret that games are an expensive hobby, especially now. Most of us aren’t looking for yet another ecosystem to invest in — we just want to enjoy the games and gear we already like in a more immersive way. That’s where Xreal’s 1S AR glasses come in. Essentially, they give you a massive, big-screen experience no matter where you are — no splashy home theater setup required. source https://www.polygon.com/xreal-1s-glasses-neo-review/

One of the best superhero shows of all time is saying goodbye, as The Boys gears up for its fifth and final season , set to debut April 8 on Prime Video. Known for its darkly satirical take on corporate-controlled superheroes in a world that mirrors our own, the series has kept pace with the chaos of modern life. But with reality now outdoing fiction, it might finally be time for showrunner Eric Kripke to adapt one specific plotline from the original comic. source https://www.polygon.com/the-boys-final-season-comics-ending-billy-butcher/

Pokémon Go is having a Piplup Community Day Classic event on Sunday, Jan. 4 from 2-5 p.m. in your local time. source https://www.polygon.com/pokemon-go-piplup-community-day-classic-empoleon-moveset/

Mamoru Hosoda loves a good time-travel story. The Japanese filmmaker behind The Girl Who Leapt Through Time , Mirai , and Belle weaves fantastical epics where his characters travel through time and between parallel worlds. His latest movie, Scarlet , is no exception. source https://www.polygon.com/mamoru-hosoda-scarlet-hamlet-tragedy-gen-z-covid-19/

This year is primed for major game releases, like Marvel’s Wolverine and Grand Theft Auto 6 , and we here at Polygon just detailed our 50 most anticipated games set to be released in 2026 . But with thousands of games coming out each year, even a long list of 50 can’t cover everything we want to play over the course of the new year. source https://www.polygon.com/2026-indie-games-preview/

Marvel’s fortunes have been on the decline for years now. While Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame both made more than $2 billion and remain in the top 10 grossing films of all time, interest in the franchise waned after the decade-long saga reached a satisfying conclusion. Attempts to pass the MCU off to another generation of heroes were further hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic scrambling projects and transforming viewing habits. source https://www.polygon.com/marvel-versus-dc-movies-2026/

Magic: The Gathering ’s Final Fantasy crossover set weaponizes fan nostalgia by delivering what is essentially an anthology of memories from games we love that still resonate with us. Across multiple versions of the same characters, we see their identity evolve in a trading card game, just as we did years ago when we played the video games. source https://www.polygon.com/yuna-hope-of-spira-universes-beyond/

Stranger Things ended its run as one of Netflix’s most successful shows with the series finale airing on New Year’s Eve. The streaming service is already working on an animated show set between the events of seasons 2 and 3, and a live-action show that creators Ross and Matt Duffer say they will “ be heavily involved ” with. But a reference to the home of a historic conspiracy made in the series finale isn’t actually a hint at what the spinoffs will bring, but a nod to Stranger Things ’ origins. source https://www.polygon.com/stranger-things-finale-montauk-easter-egg/

Every year, the video game industry gets a little harder to predict. With mass layoffs that upend studios and leave major games canceled, you never really know how exactly a year is going to shake out anymore. Remember when Embracer Group seemed poised to become one of the big four publishers in 2023? Whoops. source https://www.polygon.com/video-game-predictions-2026-steam-machine-gta6/

Against all odds , 2025 was a very good year for movies. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe effectively sidelined, Hollywood placed its bets on ambitious original stories instead. Even the biggest franchise hits bucked convention to offer fresh perspectives and unique experiences. (Before you get too excited, remember that the two biggest movies of 2025 were still live-action adaptations of Minecraft and Lilo & Stitch ; baby steps.) source https://www.polygon.com/new-movies-2026-calendar/

Looking forward, 2026’s anime roster is already stacked. A slew of exciting announcements at Shueisha’s Jump Festa heightened anticipation, but there’s so much more. Here are 20 titles worth looking forward to, in order of release. Expect lesser-known debuts, high-stakes sequels, and beloved returning franchises. No matter what you’re partial to, you’re going to be spoiled for choice. source https://www.polygon.com/the-most-anticipated-anime-of-2026/

When an actor has the opportunity to work with an iconic writer and director for the first time, it can be daunting. However, it's the job of that actor to rise to the challenge and not let their adoration of the creative get in the way. For Matthew Lillard, a David Lynch fan cast in the iconic director's Twin Peaks: The Return , that line of thought was the only thing that allowed him to approach the role appropriately. source https://www.polygon.com/matthew-lillard-twin-peaks-the-return-david-lynch-interview/

For AAA gaming, the top of 2026 sure looks a lot like the top of 2025. Xbox is rebooting Fable. Bungie is rebooting Marathon. Captain America and Black Panther are headlining a Marvel game. And everything under the sun has to break through under a Grand Theft Auto 6 -sized shadow. source https://www.polygon.com/most-anticipated-video-games-new-2026/

Now, before we push this premise any further, how about you check out these 10 movies that just arrived on Netflix? source https://www.polygon.com/new-movies-on-netflix-january-2026/