Archives for July 2026

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Continuing the archive of independent reporting (Archive Page 6).

Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster: Smart tools for streamlined campaign preparation

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Mike Shea launches a Kickstarter for Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster, offering system-agnostic tools to slash tabletop prep time and boost improvisation.

New trailer for ‘Mayday’ starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh looks like a wild ride

July 14, 2026 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

The first trailer for Mayday dropped today from AppleTV+ and it looks like a highly entertaining action comedy exploring a highly improbable friendship set in the midst of the Cold War.

From A Galaxy Far, Far Away to the Edinburgh Vaults: An Interview with Jonathan Oldfield

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Star Wars: Andor actor and award-winning comedy director Jonathan Oldfield chats about his debut solo roleplaying experiment, Exquisite Corpse, ahead of its late-night run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Mondo unveils SDCC exclusive flocked Panthor and 2002 Keldor figures

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Mondo reveals its gorgeous SDCC exclusive flocked Panthor 1/6 scale figure and a highly detailed 1/12 scale Keldor representing his tragic 2002 origin.

Studiocanal resolves decade-long cabin debate with region-free dual-disc Evil Dead 4K release

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Studiocanal is releasing the ultimate dual-disc 4K edition of Evil Dead 2013, presenting both the theatrical and unrated cuts in native ultra high definition.

Waterstones debut fiction prize 2026: Gothic secrets and magical realism lead the shortlist

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Discover how speculative themes and gothic architectures dominate the newly announced 2026 Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize shortlist.

‘Crystal Lake’ teaser trailer shows a return to the Friday the 13th franchise

July 13, 2026 by Bronwen Winter Phoenix Leave a Comment

The first teaser trailer for Crystal Lake has dropped from Peacock and A24, firmly setting the scene for the return of the beloved Friday the 13th franchise… and it’s about time.