This episode examines the significant properties that will become part of the public domain in 2025, with a spotlight on "SHIVER ME TIMBERS," the upcoming horror movie adaptation of Popeye. Additionally, we analyze Ian “Always Black” Shanahan’s critique of "Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast" (2002) in his 2004 piece "Bow, N*" and its role in shaping New Games Journalism, with discussions on representation, identity, ethics, responsibility, and the essence of critical evaluation.

Links:

• SHIVER ME TIMBERS | Official Trailer (2025) Popeye Horror

• Public-Domain Popeye Is Now ‘An Unstoppable Killing Machine’ | Cracked.com

• The Notable Properties Entering the Public Domain This Decade | License Global

• The State of Play: Creators and Critics on Video Game Culture by Daniel Goldberg | Goodreads

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