All the Pop Culture References in STRANGER THINGS 5, Volume 1

I’ll never forget watching Red Dawn back in ’84 – the idea of a small town suddenly under attack by Soviet forces was just so gripping, and those high school kids becoming heroes was inspiring! It really reminded me of what’s happening in the upcoming fifth season of Stranger Things. But here’s the twist: instead of Russians invading Hawkins, it’s actually the American military causing the trouble. It’s a really interesting flip on the original Red Dawn concept, and I can’t wait to see how it plays out.

Avowed is getting a major update in February 2026 adding new game plus, photo mode, and more

We had planned to release some of these features earlier, but we’ve combined them into a bigger update that includes a New Game Plus mode, a Photo Mode, a new weapon, more character customization options, the ability to change your character’s look while playing, and lots of other improvements. You can find details about our plans in the Avowed update roadmap below.

Will STRANGER THINGS 5 Wormhole Its Way to a BACK TO THE FUTURE Ending?

Between Vecna’s ominous talk of a coming time and the subtle hints throughout the show, it seems likely that Stranger Things is going to introduce time travel. This might be the only way the characters can ultimately win against the Upside Down. Perhaps the best solution isn’t to fight the monsters, but to go back in time and prevent the portal to the Upside Down from ever being opened.

Is The Battle Pass Worth It In Where Winds Meet?

We’ll take a look at everything you can earn at each level of the battle pass, and help you decide if it’s worth buying. While it’s especially good for dedicated players, even those who play occasionally can get rewards simply by exploring the game world and checking in daily.