Remake

Director Dan Trachtenberg is developing an original film inspired by 'Sleeping Beauty' for Disney, according to Deadline. The project marks another fairy tale-adjacent undertaking for the filmmaker, best known for 'Prey' and the 'Predator' franchise entries. No plot details, cast or release date have been announced, and the story is described as an original take rather than a direct remake of the 1959 animated classic.

An essay argues that playing and preserving older video games is best understood as a form of resistance rather than mere nostalgia. It suggests engaging with retro games pushes back against industry trends of constant upgrades, digital-only releases and disposable content, positioning preservation of older games as a deliberate cultural and political choice.

Sony has given holiday 2027 release dates to the '24 Jump Street' sequel and Hugh Jackman's 'Treasure Island' remake, according to Variety. Ridley Scott is trending in US searches, with audiences discussing the filmmaker's name alongside new release scheduling news and ongoing attention to his recent and upcoming projects.

Capcom has suggested that remakes of Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6 are planned, according to a Metro report, but fans should not expect them imminently. The company has been remaking its classic survival horror titles for years, and the news confirms both entries remain on its radar, even if they are not a near-term priority.

Metro's Games Inbox is asking readers whether Naughty Dog will ever return to the Uncharted series, inviting speculation about the future of the PlayStation adventure franchise. The studio has not released a new mainline Uncharted game since Uncharted 4: A Thief's End and its spin-off The Lost Legacy, with recent focus on The Last of Us Part II and its upcoming science fiction game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Readers are debating whether a revival, remake, or handover to another studio is more likely.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is preparing to cut more generals and admirals as part of an effort to remake the military's top ranks. The move would reduce the number of senior officers across the armed forces, continuing a push to shrink the Pentagon's leadership structure. The report, from The Washington Post, has drawn attention to questions about how the reductions will affect military readiness and command.

German gaming outlet PlayCentral has published a wishlist for the PlayStation Plus October 2026 line-up, naming the GTA Trilogy and Resident Evil 4 Remake among the games players want included. Speculation about next month's free games is building as subscribers await Sony's official announcement.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pursuing a broad overhaul of the American military, touching everything from senior general ranks to the expansion of drone capabilities. The effort signals an aggressive agenda at the Pentagon aimed at restructuring leadership and modernizing how US forces are equipped and organized, drawing attention across defense and policy circles.

CNN reports that a 'tsunami' of church closings is expected to sweep the United States, reshaping religious life and neighborhoods nationwide. Declining attendance and financial strain are forcing congregations to shut their doors, with closures likely to change how communities gather and how church properties are reused.

A leak circulating in Italy suggests that Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire remakes for Nintendo Switch may have a release date much closer than expected, according to a report from Italian gaming outlet GameLegends. Fans of the GBA-era classics are speculating about what an updated version could include, though Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have made no official announcement.

A London-based businessman is described as the most influential figure in the Trump administration's efforts to restructure Venezuela's oil industry. He reportedly spent years under investigation in the United States, Venezuela, Switzerland and Spain, raising questions about his role and background. The report has drawn attention amid ongoing scrutiny of US policy toward Venezuela's oil sector.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to announce a reduction of as much as 20% in the number of generals and admirals, officials said, as part of an effort to remake the military's top ranks under the Trump administration. The planned cuts to senior officer positions are drawing attention amid ongoing debates over military readiness and US posture toward Iran.

Metro's Games Inbox is asking readers which classic Amiga games deserve a remake, inviting suggestions from the Commodore Amiga back catalogue of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Responses and debate are circulating among retro gaming fans online.

Swedish rapper Yung Lean, teaming with Gener8ion, remade the mesmerizing 'Storm' video for the MTV Video Music Awards, where he smashed the Moon Person statuette during the performance. The striking, dramatic staging is drawing attention to the artist's theatrical VMAs moment.

A project called Open Annihilation is described as having spent an enormous sum of money remaking a classic 1990s game. The only detail offered is the hyperbolic claim that the budget matched the GDP of a small nation. No information is given about the game involved, the studio behind the remake, or whether the project has been completed or released.

Naughty Dog is reportedly working on a new entry in the Uncharted action-adventure series, according to a report from MP1st. The project is said to be in early development and is not a remake of an earlier title. Details remain scarce, and neither Sony nor Naughty Dog has confirmed the report, leaving fans speculating about what form the next Uncharted adventure will take.

A new interview with the team behind Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered covers why the project is a remaster rather than a full remake, and how Unreal Engine 5 is being used to update the classic hack-and-slash title. The developers also touch on other technical and design decisions behind bringing the 2000s game to modern platforms.

Reports warn that a wave of church closures across the United States could soon reshape communities, as declining attendance and rising maintenance costs push congregations to sell or shutter their buildings. Commentators describe the trend as a 'tsunami' for American religious life, with implications for neighborhoods that have long centered on local churches.

A new 2026 screen adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility is being reviewed, with an early verdict published on a pop culture review site. The reviewer shares thoughts on the period drama remake, and tagged posts about the film are circulating among Austen fans and period drama audiences as the adaptation draws attention.

Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire may be heading to the Nintendo Switch, after the official Pokémon account shared high-definition footage of the Game Boy Advance titles. Fans read the unusually crisp visuals as a sign that remakes or ports of the third-generation games are in the works, following earlier Switch releases of other classic Pokémon entries. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have not confirmed anything.

A new report from ComingSoon reveals that one of Sylvester Stallone's classic action movies, which also featured a Star Wars actor, came close to being remade with Pete Davidson in the lead. According to the report, Stallone himself pushed for the project at one point, but it never moved forward. Film fans are weighing in on how the remake might have turned out.

Gameplay footage of a demo for Panzer Dragoon Zwei Remake, the rail shooter remake being developed by Forever Entertainment and published under Sega's license, is circulating among gaming fans. The work-in-progress demo, tagged for a 2026 PC release, offers a first look at how the classic on-rails shooter is being reworked, drawing attention from shooter and shmup enthusiasts tracking the remake's progress.

A new feature rounds up five horror movie remakes argued to be better than the films they were based on. The list has sparked the usual debate among horror fans about whether remakes can ever surpass beloved originals, with commenters weighing in on which picks they agree or disagree with. It feeds an ongoing conversation about Hollywood's reliance on rebooting classic horror properties.

Naughty Dog is reportedly working on two separate projects set in The Last of Us universe, according to Polygon. The studio behind the acclaimed post-apocalyptic series has not confirmed details about either project, but the news suggests the franchise will continue expanding alongside the ongoing HBO television adaptation. Fans are speculating about whether these could be a remake, a new installment, or another form of media.