Name a big fantasy RPG that's come out in the last few years and chances are, Jennifer English can be heard somewhere in its voice cast. After playing Baldur's Gate 3's Shadowheart, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Maelle, and Elden Ring's Latenna, the prominent voice actor is back in yet another fantasy roleplaying game.

Digital Extremes, the studio behind the surprisingly long-running sci-fi MMO Warframe, is side-stepping into the fantasy realm with its similarly-named, upcoming MMO Soulframe. And, just yesterday, the company held another dev stream to announce that English will be voicing Alora, the Empress of Eldveil.

"Greetings, Envoys," English said during the stream. "I had the strangest dream, you see, of a fairy who spoke in threes. She told me thus, 'Beyond the veil from whence I hail where all is Fey and flora, I'm growing weak and cannot speak, so I've a question for ya. Lend me your voice - you haven't a choice - soon, they'll call us Alora.' And, naturally, I said yes, and we simply cannot wait to meet you."

We don't know too much about this Empress just yet, but a newly released piece of concept art shows off her awesome outfit, complete with a headcrab hat and winged cape. We'll need to wait and see whether she's a force for good or evil, but with a getup that funky, I have no choice but to stan.

Elsewhere in the stream, Digital Extremes dived into the twelfth update for Soulframe's playtest, coming in two weeks with stuff like improved tutorialization, a new greatsword weapon, and a fast travel system. Last we heard, the devs weren't sure when the game would be ready for a proper launch.

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Matt Damon returns to cinemas next year, in Christopher Nolan's epic retelling of The Odyssey. Having made numerous blockbusters by now, the Jason Bourne star knows what makes a good one, and Nolan’s work is in the upper echelon.

Speaking to Empire, Damon gave some insight into what it was like on-set for the mythological production. "I can say, without hyperbole, that it was the best experience of my career. I saw the horse on the beach and I was just like, 'Fuck.' It was just so cool," he states.

His third collaboration with Nolan, after Interstellar and Oppenheimer, this is Damon's first time leading one of the director's films, portraying the eponymous Odysseus. Despite all the moving parts, a considerable amount of the adaptation of Homer's poem involved just seeing what happens on the day.

"We were shooting that [Trojan horse] stuff next week, so I go, 'How are you going to do it?'" Damon remembers. "And [Nolan] goes, 'I don't know. We'll just get in there and figure it out.'"

But as is typical of Nolan, practicality is key. Just as an actual Boeing 737 collided with a building in Tenet for greater realism, there's genuine physicality among the monsters and beasts. "If you're going to have an existential crisis as you pass the Sirens and you're lashed to a mast, it's there. If it says you're running for your life from a Cyclops, you're going to run for your life," Damon explains. "Chris doesn't hide the ball."

A stacked cast joins him, including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Jon Bernthal, Charlize Theron, Robert Pattinson, and many, many more. The Odyssey arrives in theatres on July 17, 2026.

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Given his recent working history at the time, it wasn't surprising that this was why Andy Samberg joined Brooklyn Nine-Nine as lead character Jake Peralta.

While Black Friday technically falls on November 28, plenty of retailers are kicking off their deals well in advance. That's especially true for the Hotel Collection, as right now you can save 50% on select Star Wars scents, candles, and diffusers. This includes everything from premium candles with a burn time of up to 300 hours and tiny diffusers built to keep your car smelling fresh.

Many of these scents have names like Rebel Spirit and The Dark Side, but rest assured, they won't smell like the inside of Darth Vader's helmet or the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon. Each fragrance was crafted from a blend of ingredients, including Valencia Orange and Bergamot. Many of the scents are shared across product categories, so if you already know how you want your home (or car) to smell, here's a quick rundown of each fragrance in the Star Wars roster.

Hotel Collection: Star Wars Fragrances

• The Empire: Toasted vanilla, shadow clove, black amber
• Jedi: Bergamot, damask rose, Chinese black tea
• The Dark Side: Sinister sage, patchouli, saffron
• Rebel Spirit: Bergamot, amber, Valencia orange
• Galactic Hope: Smooth resin, seductive amber, vintage wood
• The Force: Bright neroli, oud wood, cardamom
• Sith: Cashmere amber, shadowy violet, bitter orange
• The Duel: Santal, dim amber, musk

Here's a look at all the Star Wars fragrances and diffusers that are on sale snow. Many are up to 50% off. If you know you'll be using the scents for a long time, consider picking up a diffuser--it could save you money in the long run. Otherwise, a premium candle is a nice, affordable alternative. Please note that many discounts are only applicable when signing up for monthly subscriptions (not one-time purchases).

Once you've browsed all the deals, be sure to check out GameSpot's Black Friday Deals Hub for even more early discounts--and don't forget to check back throughout the month to see the latest price cuts on video games, figures, and beyond.

Studio Pro Scent Diffuser (Home Diffuser)

Before you can use any of the fragrance oils, you'll need to pick up a diffuser. These come in three different designs, though each one covers up to 600 square feet. They don't use heat or water, making them safe for kids and pets, and you won't find any residue left behind as the scents waft through your room. Their original price of $100 is a bit steep, but since you can snag a cool Star Wars one for just $50 right now, they're definitely worth a closer look.

• Darth Vader -- $50 ($100)
• Storm Trooper -- $50 ($100)
• C-3PO -- $50 ($100)

Home Diffuser Fragrance Oil

A whole lot of fragrance oil for the Home Diffuser lineup is on sale at the Hotel Collection. These come in two styles--Pro and Regular. The Pro Pods are compatible with the Studio Pro Scent Diffusers (including the Star Wars models above). The Regular Pods are compatible with the older Studio Scent Diffuser. We've listed the Pro Pods below, but you'll find Regular variants on each store page if you're working with the older diffuser.

• The Empire -- $27.48 ($55)
• Jedi -- $38.46 ($55)
• The Dark Side -- $27.48 ($55)
• Rebel Spirit -- $27.48 ($55)
• Galactic Hope -- $38.46 ($55)

Chauffeur Car Diffuser + Fragrance Oil

If you want to keep your car smelling fresh, pick up one of the Star Wars Car Diffusers for cheap. These can then be loaded with a variety of fragrances--which are once again safe for pets and kids.

• R2-D2 Chauffer Car Diffuser -- $21.48 ($43)
• Light Side Chauffer Car Diffuser -- $40 ($80)
• Dark Side Chauffeur Car Diffuser -- $40 ($80)
• Jedi Diffuser Oil -- $30.07 ($43)
• The Empire Oil -- $30 ($43)

Room Spray

Just need a periodic scent refresh? These room sprays work a bit like cologne or perfume. Just give your space a few sprays, and the fragrance should linger around for a while. They're also pretty cheap right now, making them a good alternative to diffusers and oils.

• Rebel Spirit -- $25 ($50)
• The Dark Side -- $25 ($50)
• The Force -- $25 ($50)
• Galactic Hope -- $25 ($50)

Deluxe Candles

Built to burn for up to 300 hours, these are much more impressive than the candles you'll find at your supermarket. They're quite large at 55 ounces, and each one comes with minimalist Star Wars iconography.

• Jedi -- $75 ($150)
• Sith -- $75 ($150)
• The Duel -- $21.48 ($43)

Classic Candle

Built to burn for 90 hours, these smaller 14-ounce candles are cheaper and might be a better fit for small spaces.

• Rebel Spirit -- $27.48 ($55)
• The Dark Side -- $27.48 ($55)
• The Force -- $27.48 ($55)

Excitement abounds for Valve's quirky cuboid, Steam Machine. But the console-PC hybrid sounds awfully a lot like what Microsoft is hoping to accomplish with its next-generation hardware. Even in an era that's dissolved the meaning of exclusives, one can't help but wonder: Will Microsoft fully embrace Valve's platform?

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