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
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.
Best Star Wars games of all time
By Fran Ruiz last updated
May the Force be with you! Here's our rundown of the best Star Wars games of all time.
Everything we know about 'Avengers: Doomsday'
By Fran Ruiz published
Earth's mightiest heroes are assembling again in 2026. Here's what we know about Avengers: Doomsday so far.
Best space games 2025: Outer Wilds, No Man's Sky, Dead Space, and more
By Elizabeth Howell last updated
Explore the cosmos and battle aliens with the best space games, from No Man's Sky to Mass Effect.
Everything we know about Dune: Prophecy — Release date, plot, cast, & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Their plans are measured in centuries — here's everything we know about Dune: Prophecy, the prequel series that will explore the past of the Bene Gesserit.
'Mass Effect' TV series is headed to Amazon Prime Video
By Fran Ruiz published
After more than a decade of waiting for a big-screen project that never materialized, Mass Effect is headed to Prime Video.
Star Wars is following in the MCU's footsteps, but is this the way?
By Fran Ruiz published
Is shaping Star Wars’ next live-action era after the tired Marvel Cinematic Universe the right path forward?
New 'Star Wars' trilogy set at Lucasfilm with 'Rebels' writer and producer Simon Kinberg
By Fran Ruiz published
On top of the previously announced standalone big-screen projects, a new trilogy of Star Wars movies is now in active development at Lucasfilm.
Upcoming space games: Judas, Mass Effect 4, The Outer Worlds 2 & more
By Fran Ruiz last updated
Our round-up of the most anticipated space games in 2024 and beyond, including fresh IPs, new Star Wars adventures, and Mass Effect 4.
'Star Wars: Legacy of Vader' follows Kylo Ren between 'The Last Jedi' and 'Rise of Skywalker'
By Fran Ruiz published
What was Kylo Ren up to between "The Last Jedi" and "The Rise of Skywalker?" Marvel's new comic book series has the answers.
'Alien vs. Predator' 20 years later: What went right and what went wrong?
By Fran Ruiz published
With both Alien and Predator back in action, here's what we can learn from their first big-screen crossover two decades ago.
Everything we know about 'Tron: Ares'
By Fran Ruiz published
Disney is returning to the Grid with "Tron: Ares" in 2025, but the threat may be in the real world this time around.
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