Ars Technica’s Top 20 video games of 2025

A mix of expected sequels and out-of-nowhere indie gems made 2025 a joy.

Jack Black worked through 'slight snake trauma' to star in 'Anaconda'

Jack Black navigated "snakophobia" to remake "Anaconda." The actor looks back on his big 2025 – "Minecraft," Ozzy tribute – and talks what's to come.

Hideo Kojima says Super Mario Bros. 'was the catalyst that brought me to the game industry', and made him realise 'this medium would one day surpass movies'

"Super Mario Bros., definitely," answers Kojima without missing a beat. The 1985 masterpiece probably doesn't seem like the most obvious source of inspiration for a creator known for cinematic excess ...
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Why Fans of Super Mario Galaxy Will Really Enjoy Upcoming Sequel

Jack Black, who voices Bowser in the Super Mario films, recently teased what fans of the games can expect from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.

Super Mario Bros. help fight burnout: Study links classic games to boosted happiness

A new study published by JMIR Serious Games reports that popular video games, such as the Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi games, ...