Fran Ruiz
Fran Ruiz is our resident Star Wars guy. His hunger for movies and TV series is only matched by his love for video games. He got a BA of English Studies, focusing on English Literature, from the University of Malaga, in Spain, as well as a Master's Degree in English Studies, Multilingual and Intercultural Communication. On top of writing features and other longform articles for Space.com since 2021, he is a frequent collaborator of VG247 and other gaming sites. He also serves as associate editor over at Star Wars News Net and its sister site, Movie News Net.
Latest articles by Fran Ruiz
The Game Awards 2024: All the new space and sci-fi games at the show
By Fran Ruiz published
Here's the full rundown of new space-related game titles from The Game Awards 2024.
'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet' is Naughty Dog's new sci-fi adventure game set on a distant planet (trailer)
By Fran Ruiz published
Naughty Dog's first new IP in over a decade is taking the developer back to its light-hearted action roots.
'Warhammer 40,000' TV series locked and loaded at Amazon with Henry Cavill set to star
By Fran Ruiz published
Games Workshop and Amazon have finally sealed the creative vision for several Warhammer 40,000 projects, with a TV show leading the charge.
'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' episode 3: What's Jod Na Nawood's true identity?
By Fran Ruiz published
In its third episode, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew gets into a groove and answers more questions than expected.
'MechWarrior 5: Clans' offers the stompy robot fights you expect, and a surprisingly strong story that you probably don't
By Fran Ruiz published
The follow-up to MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries feels like an alternative rather than an upgrade, but it's a perfect entry point for newcomers.
Lilo & Stitch live-action remake: Release date, plot, & everything we know
By Fran Ruiz published
Another Disney classic is getting a makeover: Lilo & Stitch are crash-landing on Earth in 2025.
Directive 8020: Everything we know about Supermassive's sci-fi horror game
By Fran Ruiz published
The fifth installment of Supermassive Games' Dark Pictures Anthology is going to outer space in search of Lovecraftian horrors.
'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' episodes 1 & 2: What's the secret of At Attin?
By Fran Ruiz published
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew explores the New Republic era from a new, innocent perspective, but there's more than meets the eye...
'Halo 2' 20 years later: The sequel that changed gaming forever
By Fran Ruiz published
Two decades on, Halo 2 remains one of the best video game sequels of all time. Here's how it became a monument to Xbox and sci-fi shooters.
Star Wars: Hunters is coming to PC in early 2025
By Fran Ruiz published
After making waves on Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch, the online action game Star Wars: Hunters is coming to PC.
Transformers movies in order: chronological & release order
By Fran Ruiz last updated
With Transformers One on the horizon, now is a prime time to put the existing Transformers movies in order, both chronological and by release date.
Alien movies in order: chronological and release
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Watch all Alien movies in order with our comprehensive list, from the 1979 original to Romulus, and including the Alien vs. Predator crossovers.
Best mech games of all time
By Fran Ruiz published
Giant robots and piloted machines have been popular in science fiction for decades. If you want to be a mech jock yourself, these are the best mech games.
What is Tiran-Arafel in Dune: Prophecy?
By Fran Ruiz published
HBO's Dune prequel series has kicked things off with plenty of intriguing questions, but chief among them is who, or what, is Tiran-Arafel?
Everything we know about Dune: Messiah
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Denis Villeneuve isn't finished with Arrakis and Paul Atreides yet. Keep your stillsuit on and get ready for Dune: Messiah.
'The Book of Boba Fett' was disappointing, but we still want a 2nd season
By Fran Ruiz published
Despite some bold ideas, The Book of Boba Fett season 1 was a bit of a mess, but that doesn’t mean a second season wouldn’t work.
'Knights of the Old Republic II' at 20: The key to Star Wars' future is found in its past
By Fran Ruiz published
We revisit the Star Wars RPG sequel that subverted the expectations of fans and gained a cult following, despite a troubled development.
Everything we know about Star Wars Skeleton Crew: Plot, release window, cast & crew
By Fran Ruiz last updated
In late 2024, the New Republic era of Star Wars continues with Skeleton Crew, a show that follows a group of children lost in uncharted space.
Everything we know about Andor Season 2: release window, plot, cast & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Andor was a surprise Star Wars hit in 2022 and it's returning in the near future for a second season. Here's everything we know.
Everything we know about 'Alien: Earth': Release date, plot, cast & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
After Alien: Romulus, there's a first-ever Alien TV show in development for FX on Hulu. Here's everything we know about 'Alien: Earth' so far.
Transformers movies ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
After Transformers One surprised fans in 2024, it’s a good time to rewatch all their flicks. This is our Transformers movies ranked list.
Best Predator games of all time
By Fran Ruiz published
If it bleeds, we can kill it. But what about donning the mask and playing as the alien hunter instead? These are the best Predator video games.
Marvel TV shows ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
The MCU is now expanding on Disney Plus as well, but not every new show is a winner, so here's our guide to the best (and worst) Marvel TV shows.
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