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Chuck E. Cheese is launching Chuck’s Arcade, a new spinoff aimed at adults, with ten locations across the U.S. This venture blends nostalgia with modern gaming, featuring classic and new arcade games overseen by animatronic characters, and aims to attract millennials and Gen Z by tapping into the nostalgia economy. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Chuck E. Cheese is opening special places called Chuck's Arcade for grown-ups, where they can play fun games...

In The Edenbound, director Andrew McGee presents a future where loyalty is conditioned and emotions are suppressed, following young pilot Cara who faces a moral crisis after her ship crashes in enemy territory. As she navigates the City of Echoes, her singular human connection challenges her indoctrination, forcing her to confront the harsh realities of duty versus compassion amidst the backdrop of an endless war. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In the short...

LEGO has unveiled the LEGO Icons Transformers Soundwave set, featuring 1,505 pieces that recreate the classic G1 Soundwave with a working cassette bay and interactive voice effects. Launching August 1 for LEGO Insiders and August 4 for the public at $189.99, the set includes minions Ravage and Laserbeak, plus accessories like a laser blaster and rocket pod, appealing to Decepticon fans. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: LEGO has released an exciting new Transformers...

Video essayist Thomas Flight explores the vital role of character actors in filmmaking, emphasizing how they enrich narratives and create believable worlds despite limited screen time. He highlights the success of Jennifer Coolidge in "The White Lotus," illustrating the potential for character actors to break typecasting and take on leading roles, thus enhancing the overall film experience. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Thomas Flight's video explains how character actors, even if they have...

Super7 has announced the pre-sale for its 7″ scale ThunderCats Thundertank vehicle, which includes a Panthro action figure inspired by the original 80s toy line, priced at $500 and set to release on November 1. This collector's item features a vehicle with functional details and an all-new, highly poseable Panthro, making it a nostalgic tribute for fans. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Super7 is selling a big toy called the ThunderTank from the...

This week's retro trailer features the 1980 sci-fi adventure film Battle Beyond the Stars, directed by Roger Corman. The film follows young farmer Shad as he recruits a diverse group of mercenaries to save his home from the tyrannical warlord Sador, showcasing a campy blend of spaghetti western and sci-fi elements, all achieved on a modest budget of $2 million. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Battle Beyond the Stars In the fun space...