HBO is developing a television series based on the popular video game "Baldur's Gate," with "The Last of Us" co-creator Craig Mazin at the helm, according to The Verge. The show will continue the story of "Baldur's Gate 3," the hit RPG from Larian Studios, and is set to feature new protagonists, though existing characters from the game are expected to return. The announcement was made public on February 6, 2026.
The series will be written, executive produced, and showrun by Mazin, as reported by The Verge. The news of the "Baldur's Gate" TV adaptation comes as the entertainment industry continues to mine video game properties for potential film and television adaptations.
In other entertainment news, the Asian Film Awards Academy announced a star-studded lineup for its 19th edition, including masterclasses led by "Squid Game" creator Hwang Dong-hyuk, as reported by Variety. The event will also feature acclaimed Chinese director Zhang Ziyi and Jia Zhangke.
Meanwhile, the film "Iron Lung" is making its way to theaters after an unusual journey, originating on YouTube, according to The Verge. The low-budget horror flick, directed by Markiplier, has garnered attention for its unique path to the big screen.
In the gaming world, the Nintendo Switch 2 is set to receive a new "Virtual Console" of sorts, as reported by Ars Technica. Hamster Corporation announced a new "Console Archives" line of emulated classics available for download, starting on the Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
Finally, the Super Bowl continues to be a major economic driver, generating enormous revenue for its host city and the country, according to Time. The Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans generated an estimated amount of revenue. The event draws in over 100 million viewers and is a commercially impactful annual event in sports worldwide.
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