FOX on Games

01/15/2026

Amazon MGM Studios has officially announced the lead actor for the highly anticipated “God of War” series.

Prime Video announced on Wednesday that actor Ryan Hurst has been cast as Kratos in the live-action TV adaptation of the 2018 classic. The 49-year-old actor is well-known for his standout performances in hit TV series like “Sons of Anarchy” and “The Walking Dead,” as well as in acclaimed films such as “Remember the Titans” and “We Were Soldiers.” He is also no stranger to “God of War,” as he served as the voice actor for Thor in the original game’s 2022 sequel “God of War Ragnarök.”

Prime Video announced the order for the “God of War” series in 2022, with Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television collaborating on the project. Ronald D. Moore, of “Outlander” and “Battlestar Galactica” fame, is serving as showrunner. The series has already secured a two-season order, and casting along with preproduction is currently in progress. No other casting announcements or story details for the series have been revealed.

The original 2018 game centers around Kratos, who is now living a secluded life in the Norse realm of Midgard after stepping down from his position as the Greek god of war. After the passing of his second wife, Kratos embarks on a deeply personal journey with his son, Atreus ("boy"), to scatter her ashes from the highest peak in all the realms. The two eventually encounter different creatures, monsters, and other figures in Norse mythology through the course of their adventure.

“God of War” is the newest adaptation inspired by Sony's video game franchises, joining the lineup of HBO’s “The Last of Us” series and Warner Bros.' film adaptation of “Uncharted,” as well as Peacock’s TV version of “Twisted Metal.” Additionally, an anime based on “Ghost of Tsushima” is in the works, along with an animated “Helldivers” series at Prime Video.

There is currently no premiere date for the “God of War” TV series.

- Bryan Hultgren

01/14/2026

"HE’S ON FIRE!" 🔥 The legendary voice of NBA Jam , Tim Kitzrow, joins us to talk Football League 2! 🏈 Along with creator Michael Mendheim We’re breaking down the most violent football game ever made and why it predicts the Super Bowl better than Madden. Plus, check out Nintendo of America 's new "Toddler Mario" toys and 8BitDo's cool new mobile controller! Listen now: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/

01/13/2026

HARDWARE CHECK: 🕹️ Why is Sony moving away from the PS4? We revisit the roadmap for PlayStation and dive into the hype behind Nintendo’s Metroid Prime 4. Listen here:

FOX on Games goes hands-on with Metroid Prime 4, breaks down the new Steam Machine console, and gets an exclusive look at the future of PlayStation from Sony's Eric Lempel.

01/13/2026

HARDWARE CHECK: 🕹️ Why is Sony moving away from the PS4? We revisit the roadmap for PlayStation and dive into the hype behind Nintendo’s Metroid Prime 4. Listen here:

https://radio.foxnews.com/2025/11/19/metroid-prime-4-playtest-the-steam-machine-is-back-ps5s-longevity-w-sies-eric-lempel/

01/13/2026

Every week, we make sure to highlight the subscription free games that are now available!

FOR THOSE WITH PLAYSTATION PLUS ESSENTIAL

It’s the ultimate street race in “Need For Speed Unbound!” Design your own racecar and explore a massive city in this open-world adventure, while competing to prove you are the fastest… as well as avoiding police.

Next is the classic platformer "Disney's Epic Mickey!" Follow Mickey Mouse as he is pulled into the kingdom of Wasteland and sets out on an adventure to save it from the sinister Shadow Blot. Players will be armed with a magic paint brush that allows Mickey to use either paint or thinner to take down enemies, as well as control the environment’s platforms and landscapes.

And in the sandbox RPG "Core Keeper!" Explore a massive cavern filled with treasures and secrets, as you collect resources to craft tools to help you on your quest and deal with enemies. Players can also team up with up to eight friends to complete different objectives, as well as fight powerful titans.

THE FOLLOWING GAMES ARE SCHEDULED TO BE LEAVING PLAYSTATION PLUS ON JANUARY 20th :
• Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
• Monopoly Plus
• Sayonara Wild Hearts
• SD Gundam Battle Alliance

COMING TO X-BOX GAME PASS

There is the real-time horror title “Resident Evil Village!” Set following the events after “Resident Evil 7: Biohazard,” follow Ethan Winters as he tries to save his kidnapped daughter from mutant creatures in a mysterious village. The gameplay is similar to previous installments, with players using a variety of weapons and supplies, use strategies to fight enemies, and even hunt animals to prepare for meals that can grant certain advantages…. Available January 20th.

Also available on the twentieth is the side-view action platformer “MIO: Memories in Orbit,” try to repair a massive spaceship as an android so you can to get back home. Players will be able to explore different vessels aboard the spacecraft, as well as learn what may have caused the explosion. The game will be available on January 20th.

Build your own Roman civilization in “Nova Roma!” Develop your own civilization based on the Roman Empire, construct buildings from temples to coliseums, create new innovations, and even govern your own people. The game will be available on January 22nd.

THE FOLLOWING GAMES WILL BE LEAVING GAME PASS ON JANUARY 15th:
• Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn
• Neon White
• Road 96
• The Ascent
• The Grinch: Christmas Adventures

FOR NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE

Now available for the GameCube Classics library on the Switch 2 is the 2005 fantasy RGP “Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance!” Set on the continent of Tellius, follow the sword-wielding mercenary Ike and his companions as they try to save a kingdom from an invading threat. The game received high praise when it was released for its mature story and is credited for being the first 3D game in the Fire Emblem franchise.

NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM

There is the 2D side-scrolling MMORPG “Wonder King.” Select your character from an available selection of warriors and set out with a group of allies to find a powerful warrior. The game includes both PVP and PVE combat for players to choose from.

AND FROM THE EPIC GAMES STORE

There is the adventure title "Styx: Master of Shadows!" Set in a dark fantasy world, infiltrate a massive tower as a goblin thief, and try to find the secrets of the World Tree to learn about your past... as well as sell some secrets for cash. Assassinate human and elven forces that stand guard, use stealth and stick to the shadows, use a variety of powerups, and steal prized treasures. This game will be available from January fifteenth through the 23rd.

Another title in the franchise is also available in "Styx: Shards of Darkness." This game features very similar gameplay to the first title, as players to infiltrate a goblin-infested town in order to steal a powerful artifact and avoid the dangers along the way. This game is also available for one week starting on the fifteenth of January.

- Bryan Hultgren

01/12/2026

MONDAY MORNING COMMUTE: 🛡️ Ad Victoriam! Today we replay Part 2 of BEYOND THE CONTROLLER. We’re diving into the power struggle between the NCR, the Enclave, and the Brotherhood of Steel. Essential listening for any Fallout fan! Listen here:

https://radio.foxnews.com/2025/12/12/beyond-the-controller-the-new-world-factions-of-the-wasteland/

01/11/2026

"Adapt your posture, effort, and balance." 🧗 Cairn isn't just a game; it's a climbing simulation that punishes every mistake. We look at why this indie hit is trending on Steam. Listen now: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/

01/11/2026

THE CLIMB OF A LIFETIME. 🏔️ The survival-climber Cairn is already a massive hit ahead of its Q1 launch. 600k players have already faced the treacherous Mount Tenzen. Are you ready to fall? https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/

01/10/2026

The Father of the Genesis. 🚀 From the arcade hits like OutRun to the "Console Wars" of the 90s, David Rosen's vision shaped how we play today. Rest in peace to a gaming giant. Listen to the tribute: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/

01/10/2026

"SEGA DOES WHAT NINTENDON'T." 🕹️ Behind the famous slogan was a man named David Rosen. We honor the legacy of the SEGA co-founder who passed away at 95, leaving behind decades of arcade hits and iconic consoles. https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/

01/09/2026

The GOAT of the Lobby. 🎮 We’re replaying our fan-favorite interview with Tactical Gramma (). High-level gameplay with high-level positivity. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fox-on-games-tactical-gramma-on-building-a-positive/id1685652516?i=1000673981242

01/08/2026

THROWBACK THURSDAY: 🕹️ He founded Atari and gave us Pong, but now Nolan Bushnell () is tackling his biggest challenge yet: the classroom. Replay our interview on how ExoDexa uses AI and gaming mechanics to revolutionize how students learn.

https://megaphone.link/FOXM7501450774