The Roman emperors were once the most famous people in the world, ruling over an empire that stretched between what are now Spain and the Middle East. But just how much do you know about these characters? Take our quiz to find out.

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Fans of Severance (or any of the binge-worthy titles currently streaming on Apple TV+) who also own a PlayStation are in for a treat: They can view the surreal, nail-biting office drama's latest season free of charge due to a new free trial program being offered by Apple.PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 owners can tune into Severance Season 2 (and other highly rated Apple TV+ shows, like Mythic Quest and Ted Lasso) without paying a dime by taking advantage of the extended free trial, which lasts for three months and can be canceled at any time.Clock in to a new season of Severance with a 3-month @AppleTV extended trial on PS5 and PS4: https://t.co/9zAWH9wda2 pic.twitter.com/96rG9wBPZJ PlayStation (@PlayStation) January 17, 2025 To begin the free trial, visit PlayStation's Apple TV+ offers page. To take part in the free trial, you'll need a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, a PlayStation Network account, and an Apple account.Continue Reading at GameSpot

FromSoftware has long been known for the cryptic and fairly inaccessible lore in its games, and that tradition continued in Elden Ring and its Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Now, the same is to be expected of Elden Ring Nightreign, the upcoming cooperative Elden Ring spin-off that is breaking new ground for the Dark Souls developer. However, while cryptic lore and mysterious characters are a given for Elden Ring Nightreign, it can't miss what may be its final chance to explore one of Elden Ring's most unexplored characters.

2025 is well underway, and theres a whole lot of exciting new sci-fi releases on the horizon to look forward to. Star Trek: Section 31, The Gorge, and Mickey 17 are slated to hit streaming and theaters within the next couple of months, to say nothing of all the other films slated for release in the latter half of the year. If youre looking for the best sci-fi to watch from the comfort of your home right now, though, youve come to the right place.This month, weve got a two-part modern epic of a sci-fi masterpiece, a much-maligned (but fascinating) star vehicle set in a post-apocalyptic future, and an American-produced adaptation of a French graphic novel by one of the greatest Korean directors of our time.Lets take a look at what this month has to offer!Editors pick:Dune and Dune: Part TwoDirector: Denis VilleneuveCast:Timothe Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca FergusonDenis Villeneuves two-part adaptation of Frank Herberts sci-fi epic is a masterpiece for our time. The story of Paul Atreides, the scion of a powerful noble family in a spacefaring far future, is both far-fetched and elemental: a fantastical depiction of the perils of seeking revenge, the ennobling power of love, and the perils of faith co-opted by the agenda of imperialism. The films rendition of the desert planet of Arrakis, the native Fremen, and the colossal sandworms are spectacular, as is nearly every performance on screen, though especially Timothe Chalamet and Zendaya. If you havent witnessed Dune yet, consider this your sign to do so and if youve seen Dune already, consider this your opportunity to experience it again. Toussaint EganWaterworldDirector: Kevin ReynoldsCast: Kevin Costner, Dennis Hopper, Jeanne TripplehornContinuing this posts theme of environmental extremes, the wrongly maligned 1995 epic Waterworld is more or less about what it sounds like: The polar ice caps have melted, sea levels have risen, and the world is almost entirely covered in water.The films action follows Kevin Costner as a man simply known as The Mariner who sails the world aimlessly. Now, if youre thinking that this kind of sounds like a Mad Max rip-off with water instead of sand, youre technically correct, at least on paper. But in practice, Waterworld is so much more fascinating, and its world is uniquely bizarre and beautifully rendered a fact that led the production to go astronomically and infamously over budget. And Costner turns out to make for a perfect post-apocalyptic cipher. Removed from its reputation as one of recent Hollywoods most infamous disasters and an ill-fated attempt to start a franchise, Waterworld remains a pretty incredible adventure movie in the vein that rarely if ever gets made anymore which admittedly is due at least in part to Waterworld itself. Austen GoslinSnowpiercerDirector: Bong Joon-hoCast: Chris Evans, Song Kang-ho, Tilda SwintonBong Joon-hos sci-fi action movie about the remnants of humanity surviving aboard a massive post-apocalyptic train is just as excellent today as it was back in 2013. The film follows Curtis (Chris Evans), who leads the poor passengers at the back of the train on a rebellion to take control of humanitys locomotive arc, in hopes of creating a better, more equitable place for all the passengers aboard.Curtis band of fighters making their way from the back of the train to the front plays like a horizontal version of The Raid, with all kinds of bizarre and ridiculous characters dotting their path to the leading car. While the class metaphor may not be quite as intricate here as it is in director Bongs Best Picture winner Parasite from a few years later, the lack of subtlety allows him to wield the concept like a sledgehammer rather than a scalpel, creating one of the angriest and most interesting hidden gems of the 2010s. AG

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.If you're looking for gym-friendly earbuds with solid noise cancellation, the Jabra Elite 4 Active is now $69.99, down from $119.99. Jabra Elite 4 Active in-Ear Bluetooth Earbuds $69.99 at Amazon $119.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal Get Deal $69.99 at Amazon $119.99 Save $50.00 They have a slightly larger design, which helps them stay secure during workouts or commutes. That said, even with their size, they feel surprisingly light. Plus, they come with three silicone eartip sizes to help you find the right fit. The earbuds feature 6mm drivers with a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz. They support Bluetooth 5.2 and the AptX and SBC codecs. However, iOS users might notice the lack of AAC support, which could affect sound quality for high-res listening.Each earbud has simple button controls, letting you switch between ANC and HearThrough modes, adjust volume, skip tracks, and access your voice assistant. You can also customize these controls, tweak ANC settings, and fine-tune the sound using the five-band EQ in the companion app. Android users also get extras like Spotify Tap and Google Fast Pair. Battery life is about seven hours per charge, with an extra 21 hours from the case.The noise cancellation on these earbuds works well for the price, cutting down low-frequency sounds like airplane hums and muffling noisy environments. The sound profile emphasizes bass, which is great for bass lovers. Plus, theres no distortion at high volumes, and the EQ gives you even more control over the sound, notes this PCMag review. Additionally, they have an IP57 rating that makes the earbuds dust-resistant and waterproofmeaning they can handle sweat, rain, and even a quick rinse. The charging case, however, isnt waterproof, so you'll need to dry the earbuds fully before docking them.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally official, and while we still don't know when anyone will be able to own the new console, we do know when some lucky people will get to try one for themselves. Nintendo is holding hands-on events starting on April 4 and running through June where you'll be able to try the Switch 2 for yourself in select cities in North America, Europe, Oceania and Asia.You can register for a "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" event starting today, January 17 from 3PM ET / 12PM PT through January 26 at 11:59PM local time for each event location. If you're planning on registering, you'll need to be 18 years or older and have either a free Nintendo Account, or a Nintendo Account Family Group if you're planning on going with a group. There's no need for any kind of paid Nintendo Switch Online membership and you don't have to worry about family members under six having an account as long as they're accompanied by an adult that does.Nintendo says the hands-on event should last two hours and 20 minutes, but didn't share what ticket holders will actually get to try during the experience. Maybe some Mario Kart?It's important to also stress, heading to Nintendo's website and registering for tickets doesn't mean you'll actually get to attend. Nintendo refers to the process as a drawing because attendees or groups of attendees will be chosen randomly. Signing up early doesn't guarantee you'll have a better chance of getting in.Where Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events are being heldNintendo is hosting its Switch 2 events for around three days in each city, though it's only announced hands-on locations in the first three cities.In North America, you'll be able to register for a hands-on in:New York, April 4-6, 2025 at Center415Los Angeles, April 11-13, 2025 at Television CityDallas, April 25-27, 2025 at Embarcadero Building at Fair ParkToronto, April 25-27For the events in Europe, you'll be able to pick from:Paris, April 4-6, 2025London, April 11-13, 2025Milan, April 25-27, 2025Berlin, April 25-27, 2025Madrid, May 9-11, 2025Amsterdam, May 9-11, 2025In Oceania, there's only one event location:Melbourne, May 10-11, 2025Finally, in Asia, you'll be able to choose from:Tokyo (Makuhari), April 26-27, 2025Seoul, May 31-June 1, 2025Hong Kong, To be announcedTaipei, To be announcedHow to sign up for a Nintendo AccountNintendoIf you want to register to try the Switch 2, you'll need to have an a Nintendo Account, and if you don't already have one, they're pretty easy to set up.Head to the Nintendo Account website to get started. Then click on "Create a new Nintendo Account." From there, enter in your date of birth and decide if you want to create your account using an existing Google or Apple account, or by entering in your information from scratch.If you choose the latter, enter in a nickname, an email address, your date of birth, country of residence and timezone. Then agree to Nintendo's User Agreement and Privacy Policy by checking their respective boxes and hit "Submit." You'll receive a verification code via email that you should then enter into the empty verification code field and click "Verify." Once you do, you'll be all set up.The process is similar if you use an Apple or Google account. Nintendo will ask you to enter a nickname, date of birth, country of residence and timezone. You'll also have to agree to the User Agreement and Privacy Policy, and submit a verification code. The key difference is once you do, you'll be able to use your Apple or Google account to log in instead of an email.How to add a child to your Nintendo Family Account GroupIf you plan on checking out the Switch 2 with younger friends or family who aren't old enough to have a Nintendo Account of their own, you can create one for them under a Nintendo Family Account Group.To start, you'll need to log in to your own Nintendo Account. Then click on "Family group" and then "Add a member." From there you can select "Create an account for a child." Enter the child's date of birth, and then enter your Nintendo Account password and click on "OK."You'll then have to enter a nickname, a child account sign-in ID (a username, essentially) and a sign-in password. Agree to the User Agreement and Privacy Policy, then click "Submit, and then "OK" to create the account.Update, January 17, 2:20PM ET: Added details on the duration of the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/how-to-sign-up-for-the-nintendo-switch-2-experience-170052140.html?src=rss