From gaming news to movie trailers, this past week has had no shortage of interesting news bits that may have slipped through the cracks. Let’s recap them all here!
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Physical Release Launched
Players can pick up the physical Standard Edition for PlayStation 5 (physical disc) at USD $29.99, and Nintendo Switch 2 (physical game-on cartridge) at USD $39.99.
Additionally, the Deluxe “Mouseburg Edition” will be available for PC (Steam code in a box), PlayStation 5 (physical disc), and Xbox Series X (physical disc) at USD $49.99, and Nintendo Switch 2 (physical game-on cartridge) at USD $59.99. Region restrictions apply and stock is extremely limited. The physical Deluxe MOUSE: P.I. For Hire – Mouseburg Edition includes:
The base MOUSE: P.I. For Hire game
A 7″ Vinyl Record with four tracks from the Official Game Soundtrack, featuring all-original tunes from composer Patryk Scelina, in addition to a brand-new track created for the game by Parisian high-voltage jazz powerhouses, Caravan Palace
A double-sided poster (340mm x 340mm) featuring a map of Mouseburg on the front and a schematic of Jack Pepper’s trusty “Micer” pistol on the back
A printed MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Comic Book, including 2 sticker sheets
33 Mouseburg Baseball Trading Cards, inspired by the in-game minigame
3 Premium Mouseburg Postcards
The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen Coming to Disney Channel/Disney+
“The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen” has been greenlit for Disney Channel and Disney+, from executive producers Debra Martin Chase and Raven-Symoné, who returns to her role as Galleria alongside Adrienne Bailon returning as Chanel. Lynn Whitfield and Lori Alter are set to reprise their roles as Dorothea and Juanita, while Sabrina Bryan will make a special appearance as Dorinda, and Sophia Bush is set to appear in a supporting role as Jennifré. The music-driven film goes into production in South Africa this month.
A new cast of talented young actresses stars in the movie, including Leah Sava’ Jeffries (“Percy Jackson and the Olympians”) as Galleria’s daughter Faith, Carmen Sanchez (“Electric Bloom”) as Chanel’s sister Dior, Kaileen Chang as Ruby, and Sophie Lennon as Brooklyn. Newcomer Kamogelo Ramashala, a local South African actor discovered during Disney’s global open casting call, is set as Kendi.
The story picks up when Cheetah Girls Galleria (Symoné) and Chanel (Bailon), alongside Galleria’s daughter Faith (Jeffries) and her three friends, travel to Africa to volunteer at a wildlife sanctuary. Along the way, these four teen girls test their friendship, find their voice, and discover the true Cheetah spirit as they save the preserve and ultimately take the stage as the new Cheetah Girls.
Debra Martin Chase (“The Princess Diaries”), who executive produced the first three “The Cheetah Girls” films, returns for this latest installment alongside Raven-Symoné as executive producer. Directed and co-produced by Bille Woodruff (“Bridgerton”) and written by Kara Holden, Sarah Watson and Deborah Swisher, the movie is produced by Disney Kids & Family and features choreography by Kyle Hanagami. Adrienne Bailon is a co-producer. The films are based on “The Cheetah Girls” book series by Deborah Gregory.
Take a Deeper Look into Planet Zoo 2
Frontier Developments has launched the first episode in the Feature Focus series for Planet Zoo 2. Showcasing Awe-inspiring Animals, the video highlights the West African Lions and their unique behaviours and welfare needs.
The video also offers a deeper look at Planet Zoo 2’s new emotion system, where animals display dynamic behaviours based on their current mood. This is influenced by the quality of their habitat and welfare, with animals reacting to the care they receive. A lack of enrichment, food, or fresh drinking water can leave them feeling lethargic, while well cared for animals will thrive and exhibit a wider range of natural behaviours.
Planet Zoo 2 is set to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
New Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Trailer Highlights Combat Mechanics
The new trailer follows a rookie member of the Great Saiya Squad through a complete mission, showcasing the core gameplay systems of DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3. As players progress through missions with squads of up to four, they must adapt their tactics from battling waves of enemies to taking on powerful bosses. Throughout every encounter, their connection to original DRAGON BALL characters is a foundational part of the setting and mechanics in the game. Connections shape how players build their character, customize their abilities, and fight alongside iconic heroes.
In DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3, Ki is at the center of every fight. Players can drain an opponent’s Ki through combos, charged attacks, and Ki Drain-type Super Attacks, forcing enemies into Ki Break status and leaving them vulnerable to Break Smash, a devastating finisher that deals significantly more damage than standard Super Attacks. Super Attacks come in multiple types, each with its own secondary effect, while Ultimate Attacks unleash powerful cinematic blows once their gauge is filled. Each character’s Battle Style also influences their move set and combo chains, allowing players to fight using techniques inspired by legendary warriors such as Goku and Vegeta.
The trailer also highlights how Soul Assist works in the game, which lets players summon a DRAGON BALL character to unleash one of their signature attacks once the Assist Gauge is full. Soul Switch allows players to temporarily channel a chosen character’s soul, transforming their appearance and dramatically enhancing their combat abilities. Players can also awaken race-specific transformations, including Super Saiyan, with additional races and playstyles to be revealed in the future.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 comes to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PCs in 2027.
‘Obsession’ Comes to Peacock This Week
After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
Stream the year’s biggest horror flick on Peacock starting July 17th.
Official Trailer for ‘The Wrong Girls’
Two codependent best friends living paycheck to paycheck and bong rip to bong rip get caught in a case of mistaken identity that throws their lives into chaos.
The Wrong Girls hits theaters on August 14th.
Star Trek: The Original Series Gets Special 60th Anniversary Blu-Ray Set
Celebrate 60 years of the groundbreaking series that launched a global phenomenon. Star Trek: The Original Series follows Captain James T. Kirk, Spock, and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise as they embark on a five-year mission to explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and civilizations, and boldly go where no one has gone before. Blending action, philosophy, and visionary storytelling, the series remains one of the most influential sci-fi shows of all time.
Features Star Trek: The Original Series – The Complete Series on Blu-ray, all 3 Seasons and 79 episodes
Included in the Amazon Exclusive Gift Set:
Specially designed deluxe collector packaging created to commemorate the 60th Anniversary
A curated set of limited-edition lobby cards showcasing unforgettable moments and rare behind-the-scenes imagery
A collectible logo reveal celebrating six decades of Star Trek history
Exclusive 4″ Tiny Vinyl featuring the unforgettable themes and classic sounds of The Original Series
This collector’s set launches on Star Trek Day, September 8th. Pre-Orders for the anniversary set is live now on Amazon.
First Teaser for Horror Film, ‘BUDDY’
Remember BUDDY—the bright orange unicorn and star of that classic childrens’ television show who brought joy and life lessons into your living room?
Inside the colorful world of “It’s Buddy!”, a group of children spend their days singing, dancing, and helping Buddy spread happiness. But when one child refuses to play along, Buddy is not pleased and cracks begin to appear in this seemingly perfect world.
Buddy hits theaters on August 28th.
All Five ‘The Hunger Games’ Films Returns to Theaters
Before the Sunrise, experience the Mockingjay’s epic adventure on the big screen. Whether you’ve followed the rebellion from the beginning or are meeting Katniss for the first time, the Games await. The colorful characters, heart-stopping action, and struggle for the nation of Panem’s future all lie within The Hunger Games, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2, and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.
Each film will return to theaters from September 3–7th and will include a special look at the newest film, Sunrise on the Reaping. Tickets are on sale now.
