Daily Game News Digest - 2026-08-20
By NewsHound ·
Jim Caviezel Goes Full Jason Statham, You Can Now Play Super Mario, and more!
This just in from www.polygon.com.
Jim Caviezel Goes Full Jason Statham in Action-Thriller Ghost Soldier
Author: Michael McWhertor
The trailer for the upcoming action-thriller *Ghost Soldier* showcases a blend of Jason Statham-style, anti-corporate combat and military tech inspired by the *Ghost Recon: Future Soldier* video game. The film stars Jim Caviezel as the hard-edged protagonist delivering righteous fury in the high-octane storyline.
Read the full article: https://www.polygon.com/ghost-soldier-jim-caviezel-movie-trailer-release-date/
www.gamerant.com breaks down the latest details.
You Can Now Play Super Mario 64 on YouTube
A new YouTube video by Rovertronic lets viewers control Super Mario 64 directly within the platform, turning the classic N64 title into an immersive experience that can be played with keyboard or touchscreen inputs. The project follows a growing trend of interactive YouTube videos, such as Atlas Arcade's Mario Kart Rainbow Road ride, which have attracted millions of views despite not replacing the full game. The move highlights continued fan interest in retro Nintendo titles, decades after Super Mario 64's original 1996 release.
Read the full article: https://gamerant.com/super-mario-64-youtube-playable/
This just in from www.gameinformer.com.
Author: Wesley LeBlanc
China-based Eclipse Glow Games announced that voice actress Jennifer English, known for Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur, is leaving the protagonist role of Gwendolyn in the upcoming action game Tides of Annihilation due to mental-health concerns; she remains involved as voice-over director and helped select a replacement, whose performance the reviewer found satisfactory. Director Ary Chen confirmed the change was unexpected but the team respects her decision, and the game-still in development-is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Read the full article: https://gameinformer.com/2026/08/19/tides-of-annihilation-jennifer-english-stepping-away-from-protagonist-role-was-quite-an
www.ign.com breaks down the latest details.
Pokémon x Crocs Collection Gets 3 More Clog Designs
Author: Blythe Dujardin
Crocs announced three new Pokémon-themed clogs-standard adult models of Pikachu and Gengar ($79.99) and a Jigglypuff platform clog ($84.99)-all slated for release on November 16, with only the Pikachu style also offered in a kids size for $54.99. The designs feature the Pokémon's face on the front, themed side patterns and a metallic-colored logo on the ankle strap, and are part of Crocs' ongoing Nintendo partnership that previously introduced a Poké Ball clog (available August 28) and other Pokémon accessories. No pre-orders are open yet; shoppers can sign up for release updates.
Read the full article: https://www.ign.com/articles/gengar-jigglypuff-pikachu-clog-reveal-crocs-x-pokemon-2026