Gaming

A screenshot from the video game “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom,” is shown in a handout. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Nintendo of America

Review: ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ builds on beloved predecessor

New release not the game-changer its predecessor was, but it doesn’t have to be

 

This combination of images shows cover art for “The Album,” by the Jonas Brothers, left, and “Resound NYC,” by Moby. (Republic Records/Deutsche Grammophon via AP)

New this week: Jonas Brothers, Muppets, Bennifer and ‘Air’

A look at some of the fresh content coming for your entertainment pleasure

 

This photo provided by World Video Game Hall of Fame, Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, The Last of Us and Wii Sports are heading into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. The honorees announced May 4, 2023 emerged from a field of finalists that included: Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, FIFA International Soccer, Goldeneye 007, NBA 2K, Quake, and Wizardry. The games will be on permanent display at the World Video Game Hall of Fame at The Strong museum in Rochester, N.Y. (World Video Game Hall of Fame via AP)

The Last of Us, Wii Sports entering Video Game Hall of Fame

Barbie Fashion Designer, the first video game to target girls, also inducted

This photo provided by World Video Game Hall of Fame, Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, The Last of Us and Wii Sports are heading into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. The honorees announced May 4, 2023 emerged from a field of finalists that included: Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, FIFA International Soccer, Goldeneye 007, NBA 2K, Quake, and Wizardry. The games will be on permanent display at the World Video Game Hall of Fame at The Strong museum in Rochester, N.Y. (World Video Game Hall of Fame via AP)
This combination of photos shows album art for ”-” or “Subtract.” by Ed Sheeran. (Atlantic Records/Thirty Tigers-The Orchard via AP)

New this week: Ed Sheeran, Watergate and Pete Davidson

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s…

This combination of photos shows album art for ”-” or “Subtract.” by Ed Sheeran. (Atlantic Records/Thirty Tigers-The Orchard via AP)
Two Richmond women have been charged following a two-year investigation into an illegal gaming house. (CFSEU)

2 Richmond women charged with running illegal gaming house

Investigation into alleged gaming house at Richmond apartment began 2 years ago

Two Richmond women have been charged following a two-year investigation into an illegal gaming house. (CFSEU)
Smokey Robinson’s new album is called “Gasms”. (TLR Music Group/ADA Worldwide via AP)

New this week: David Bowie, ‘Fatal Attraction’ and Smokey

Upcoming for your viewing, playing and listening pleasure

Smokey Robinson’s new album is called “Gasms”. (TLR Music Group/ADA Worldwide via AP)
This combination of images shows promotional art for “Ghosted,” a film premiering April 21 on Apple TV+, and “The Diplomat,” a series premiering April 20 on Netflix. (Peacock/Apple TV+/Netflix via AP)

New this week: ‘Judy Blume,’ Rodrigo y Gabriela, Minecraft

Coming this week for your gaming, listening and watching pleasure

This combination of images shows promotional art for “Ghosted,” a film premiering April 21 on Apple TV+, and “The Diplomat,” a series premiering April 20 on Netflix. (Peacock/Apple TV+/Netflix via AP)
This combination of photos shows album cover images for “Keep Your Courage,” by Natalie Merchant, left, and “72 Seasons,” by Metallica. (Nonesuch Records/Blackened Recordings via AP)

New this week: Jeremy Renner, Metallica and ‘Cocaine Bear’

Fresh entertainment releases for your streaming pleasure this week

This combination of photos shows album cover images for “Keep Your Courage,” by Natalie Merchant, left, and “72 Seasons,” by Metallica. (Nonesuch Records/Blackened Recordings via AP)
This combination of album art images shows “Meteora” a 20th anniversary edition by Linkin Park, left, and “Hope,” a 13-track album by Michigan rapper NF. (Warner Records via AP, left, and NF Real Music/Virgin Music via AP)

New this week: Brooke Shields, ‘Grease’ prequel and NF album

What’s becoming available for your entertainment pleasure

This combination of album art images shows “Meteora” a 20th anniversary edition by Linkin Park, left, and “Hope,” a 13-track album by Michigan rapper NF. (Warner Records via AP, left, and NF Real Music/Virgin Music via AP)
This combination of images shows promotional art for “The Big Door Prize,” premiering March 29 on Apple TV+, from left, “Rye Lane,” a film premiering March 31 on Hulu. (Apple TV+/Hulu/Apple TV+ via AP)

New this week: ‘Rye Lane,’ ‘Tetris,’ ‘Riverdale’ and Chlöe

What’s being released for your entertainment pleasure this week

This combination of images shows promotional art for “The Big Door Prize,” premiering March 29 on Apple TV+, from left, “Rye Lane,” a film premiering March 31 on Hulu. (Apple TV+/Hulu/Apple TV+ via AP)
A child plays the video game “Fortnite” in Chicago, Saturday, Oct.6, 2018. A Vancouver parent has launched a proposed class-action lawsuit against the makers of Fortnite, saying the popular video game is designed to be “as addictive as possible” for children. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Martha Irvine
A child plays the video game “Fortnite” in Chicago, Saturday, Oct.6, 2018. A Vancouver parent has launched a proposed class-action lawsuit against the makers of Fortnite, saying the popular video game is designed to be “as addictive as possible” for children. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Martha Irvine
This combination of photos shows promotional art for "My Kind of Country," a music competition series premiering March 24 on Apple TV+ and "Rabbit Hole," a series premiering March 26 on Paramount+. (Netflix/Hulu/Apple TV+/Paramount+ via AP)

New this week: ‘Top Gun,’ Lana Del Rey and ‘Rabbit Hole’

A look at what is becoming available this week in the world of entertainment

This combination of photos shows promotional art for "My Kind of Country," a music competition series premiering March 24 on Apple TV+ and "Rabbit Hole," a series premiering March 26 on Paramount+. (Netflix/Hulu/Apple TV+/Paramount+ via AP)
This undated photo shows the 12 finalists being considered for induction into the World Video Game Hall of Fame in May. They are: Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Barbie Fashion Designer, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Computer Space, FIFA International Soccer, GoldenEye 007, The Last of Us, NBA 2K, Quake, Wii Sports and Wizardry. (Photo Courtesy of The Strong Museum via AP)

Wizardry, warfare, Wii on ballot for World Video Game Hall of Fame

12 finalists that are being considered for induction in May

This undated photo shows the 12 finalists being considered for induction into the World Video Game Hall of Fame in May. They are: Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Barbie Fashion Designer, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Computer Space, FIFA International Soccer, GoldenEye 007, The Last of Us, NBA 2K, Quake, Wii Sports and Wizardry. (Photo Courtesy of The Strong Museum via AP)
“Songs Of Surrender” is a collection of 40 U2 songs from across the band’s catalog, re-recorded and reimagined. (Universal Records/Roadrunner Records via AP)

New this week: ‘Ted Lasso,’ U2 and ‘The Boston Strangler’

What’s arriving for your entertainment pleasure in the comng week

“Songs Of Surrender” is a collection of 40 U2 songs from across the band’s catalog, re-recorded and reimagined. (Universal Records/Roadrunner Records via AP)
Cover images from “Endless Summer Vacation” by Miley Cyrus. (Sony Music/Atlantic Records via AP)

New this week: Miley Cyrus, ‘Luther’ and Oscars viewing

Some of the highlights on the way for your entertainment pleasure

Cover images from “Endless Summer Vacation” by Miley Cyrus. (Sony Music/Atlantic Records via AP)
This combination of photos shows promotional art for “True Lies,” a series premiering March 1 on CBS, from left, “Triangle of Sadness,” an Oscar nominated film streaming March 3 on Hulu. (CBS/Neon/Amazon via AP)

New this week: ‘True Lies,’ Wallen and ‘Creed’ film fest

What’s arriving for your entertainment pleasure in the comng week

This combination of photos shows promotional art for “True Lies,” a series premiering March 1 on CBS, from left, “Triangle of Sadness,” an Oscar nominated film streaming March 3 on Hulu. (CBS/Neon/Amazon via AP)
This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Hanks in a scene from “A Man Called Otto.” (Niko Tavernise/Sony Pictures via AP)

New this week: Hanks, Lambert, ‘Bruiser’ and ‘Snowfall’

What’s upcoing for your movie, TV, music and gaming entertainment

This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Hanks in a scene from “A Man Called Otto.” (Niko Tavernise/Sony Pictures via AP)
This combination of images shows promotional art for “Maybe I Do,” a film available to rent on Tuesday, “The Woman King,” a TriStar Pictures film available for streaming on Netflix on Thursday and “Hello Tomorrow,” a series premiering Friday, Feb. 17 on Apple TV+. (Vertical Entertainment/TriStar/Apple TV+ via AP)

New this week: Pink, J-Hope, ‘Woman King,’ ‘Hello Tomorrow!’

Upcoming for your watching, listening and playing pleasure

This combination of images shows promotional art for “Maybe I Do,” a film available to rent on Tuesday, “The Woman King,” a TriStar Pictures film available for streaming on Netflix on Thursday and “Hello Tomorrow,” a series premiering Friday, Feb. 17 on Apple TV+. (Vertical Entertainment/TriStar/Apple TV+ via AP)
This combination of photos show album art for “Raven,” by Kelela, left, and “This Is Why” by Paramore. (Warp/Atlantic via AP)

New this week: ‘Your Place or Mine’ and ‘All That Breathes’

Presented this week’s new releases for your entertainment pleasure

This combination of photos show album art for “Raven,” by Kelela, left, and “This Is Why” by Paramore. (Warp/Atlantic via AP)