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
Best Warhammer 40K games of all time
By Fran Ruiz last updated
In the grim darkness of the 41st millennium, there are a staggering number of video games. Here’s our list of the best Warhammer 40K games.
Everything we know about 'Mickey 17'
By Fran Ruiz published
Bong Joon-ho's next movie, starring Robert Pattinson, is a return to sci-fi that's both dramatic and darkly comedic. Get ready for Mickey 17.
Who is Knull? An introduction to 'Venom: The Last Dance's big Marvel villain
By Fran Ruiz published
The third Venom movie is almost here, and its latest trailer has unveiled the villain in the shadows: Knull, the King in Black.
Alien movies, ranked worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
After 20th Century Studios scored a big win with Alien: Romulus, how do we rank all the Alien movies? Venture into the hive to find out, if you dare.
'Astroneer' is getting a surprise expansion 8 years after launch (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
Looking for your next space exploration game? Astroneer is getting its first expansion soon and might be the playful odyssey you're craving.
Want to get into Warhammer 40K? Here's what you need to know before playing Space Marine 2
By Fran Ruiz published
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is out now. If you don't know anything about the universe or haven't played the original, we've got you covered.
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.
Best Transformers shows of all time
By Fran Ruiz published
From the original series to the modern day, we've ranked all the Transformers animated TV series from worst to best.
Doom games ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz published
Get ready to rip and tear with our ranked list of all the Doom games.
'No Man's Sky' receives fishing, diving, and exo-skiffs via 'Aquarius' update (video)
By Fran Ruiz published
After another major universe refresh, No Man's Sky continues its journey to become the ultimate time sink space game by adding alien fishing.
Transformers movies ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
With Transformers One hitting theaters this year, it's a good time to rewatch all the movies. This is our Transformers movies ranked list.
Best Alien comic books of all time
By Fran Ruiz published
The perfect organism is as menacing on the pages as it is on the big screen. These are the must-read Alien comic books you should look out for.
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.
'Earth Defense Force 6' unleashes retro alien invasion chaos
By Fran Ruiz published
If destroying hordes of alien invaders with extreme prejudice is one of your favorite things to do in video games, you shouldn’t miss out on Earth Defense Force 6.
Star Wars TV shows ranked, worst to best
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Star Wars Check out our ranked list of Star Wars TV shows, both the live-action and animated adventures.
'Star Wars: The Acolyte' canceled after just 1 season
By Fran Ruiz published
After pre-release rumors and a divisive season 1 run on Disney Plus, it's been reported that 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' won't be back for season 2.
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.
Everything we know about 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'
By Fran Ruiz last updated
After years in development and pre-production at Marvel Studios, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is finally coming to the big screen in 2025. Here's all we know.
'Borderlands' review: A return to the dark ages of video game adaptations
By Fran Ruiz published
Lionsgate and Gearbox's long-awaited Borderlands movie is a dreary mess that lacks almost everything that made the source material pop.
Best space games on Xbox Game Pass
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Here's our list with the top 10 space games you can play right now on Xbox Game Pass.
Everything we know about Blade Runner 2099: Release date, plot, cast & more
By Fran Ruiz published
The Blade Runner universe is expanding once again after animated and comic book entries. Blade Runner 2099 is Prime Video's next big sci-fi bet.
Gears of War games in order: Chronological and release date
By Fran Ruiz published
With the E-Day prequel confirmed to be on the way, now is the perfect time to take a look at the Gears of War games in order.
The spaceships of the Alien movies
By Fran Ruiz published
Alien: Romulus is almost here, so we're diving back into all things Alien, including the coolest spaceships the movies have had so far. These are our favorites.
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