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Since its inception in the 1970s,Battlestar Galacticahas become a well-known sci-fi franchise. It has spawned multiple projects over the years, most prominently the 1978 original series and the 2004 reboot. Those shows (and other productions) have given sci-fi fans beloved characters to root for and new worlds to explore. Of course, that’s represented in the form of merchandise. Whether it be clothing, collectibles, or something else entirely, there are plenty of merchandise options for fans ofBattlestar Galactica....

ASTRO Gaming A40 TR Wired Headset This high-end wired gaming headset from Astro Gaming is now available at the lowest price ever recorded on Amazon. Get over $30 off on the gaming headset with professional quality audio, a swappable boom microphone, a comfortable design, and much more. Those looking to snag a top-tier wired gaming headset at a bargain are going to be happy to hear that theAstro Gaming A40 TR wired headsetis selling at an all-time low on Amazon....

For long-time fans of theValkyrie Profileseries, Square Enix’s upcoming action RPGValkyrie Elysiumseems to be arriving at the perfect time. The title has been in the peripherals of the series’ fanbase and community due toValkyrie Elysiumtrademarks being filedas early as February 2022. Now, Square Enix has released an announcement detailing the launch dates per platform forValkyrie Elysium. Hardcore fans are likely of the mind that it is about time that Square Enix puts its focus on theValkyrieseries....

Summary Valveis one of the most recognized and acclaimed video game developers. For the better part of more than 20 years, they have been making constant headlines with their releases. Even when they don’t release any titles, Valve is still talked about, such as with their incredibly popular and ever-present PC gaming platform Steam. Despite having slowed down in their releases of late, most of Valve’s games are often discussed as some of the greatest video games to ever exist....

Summary Epic Games’ hugely successful battle royale titleFortnitehas crossed over with a frankly absurd amount of entertainment franchises, and games are no exception. Horror icons likeIsaac Clarke fromDead Spacehave crossed paths with literal gods like Kratos and super soldiers like Master Chief. Nathan Drake has searched for treasures on the island alongside Lara Croft, Jink and Vi have made the jump fromLeague of Legends, andBorderlands’ Psychos will occasionally be spotted within matches....

LGBTQIA+ representation in video games, particularly mainstream games, remains an endeavor. Even if a developer may intend tofeature an LGBT character, red tape can lead to the character’s gender/orientation/identity being obfuscated or treated like a fun teaser. One good example isWorld of Warcraftbronze dragon Chromie, who for years has had fans confused and frustrated with Blizzard. Now Blizzard is stepping forward and stating clearly: Chromie is trans. The recently releasedWorld of Warcraft: Folk & Fairy Tales of Azerothrestarted the conversation regardingChromie’s past....

Koei Tecmo has revealed thatAtelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Keyhas gone gold ahead of its scheduled release in late March. Koei Tecmo and developer Gust first announced the newest game starring the adventurous alchemist Reisalin Stout last Fall as the final chapter in thealchemy RPG franchise’s most recent trilogy. The developer has already revealed several changes coming to the newest game, including a new interconnected map with no loading times....

Summary Withmost of the isekai anime genrebeing rooted in the notion of escapism, it comes as no surprise that narratives, more often than not, are accompanied by a harem of potential love interests, each vying for the protagonist’s love and affection. Harems are commonly rooted in fan service, and while a large roster of love interests can be intriguing, the plots tend to suffer from incessant love bombing and attention-seeking....

There are plenty of long-haired characters inanime, and there are quite a few thatdon a ponytail. It’s no surprise they need to tie up their long hair when they’re fighting demons or saving the world. While many male characters inanimechoose to let their long hair flow free, there’s nothing wrong with a stylish ponytail. Related:Most Practical Shonen Anime Characters From the iconic thick ponytail ofDemon Slayer’sGiyuu to the flaming red hairstyle ofGenshin Impact’sDiluc, it’s easy to see why fans love male anime characters with ponytails....

With the recent release of the third series ofThe L Word: Generation Qgarnering mixed reviews, there is no denying that a show that celebratesmany types of LGBTQ+identity should always be showcased in the mainstream. Often raw, comedic, and brutal all in equal measure, queer television never shies away from the intense realities of life. RELATED:Amazing LGBTQ+ Movies To Watch For The Holiday Season In recent years, more shows have been released that highlight marginalized stories worth sharing on primetime or mainstream television....

Summary During a recent convention, former Mario voice actor Charles Martinet gets candid when asked about his new role as an Ambassador withNintendoand what it actually means. It’s been a big couple of weeks for Nintendo, as the company recently held adedicated Super Mario Bros Wonder directand Treehouse Live session, giving fans a much greater look at the upcoming platformer. Fans got a taste of the story, new gameplay components like Badges, Powerups, and Wonder Flowers, while also seeing more of the game in action....

A new report reveals thatActivision Blizzardis making five-figure payments to hundreds of staff affected by its recent harassment lawsuits. Similar claims have also been made about Riot Games, the company behindLeague of Legends, which was embroiled in a similarly problematic set of circumstances over the past couple of years. ThoughActivision claimed that there was no widespread harassmentculture at the company, the EEOC eventually decided this wasn’t the case, and settlement deals were reached with the affected employees....

Diablo 4players are once again requesting a major quality-of-life improvement be made to the ARPG, this time revisiting the lack of a feature allowing presets for custom builds. A player’s build, combining chosen skills, their class' skill tree, paragon points, and equipment, defines theirDiablo 4gameplay. YetDiablo 4players are all but restricted to a single build, as any substantial changes are prohibitively tedious and time-consuming. Blizzard has confirmed no plans to add such a feature, at this point....