Monthly Archives: July 2016
BOOM Studios Reveals SDCC-Exclusive WWE Comics
Today BOOM! Studios announced that they've acquired the license to produce new comics based on the WWE and its colorful lineup of wrestlers. Now we can exclusively reveal that fans will be able to get their first taste of these new comics at Comic-Con later this month.
BOOM! will be selling a set of six, one-page comics at SDCC under the banner "WWE: Now. Then. Forever." Each of these comics will feature a pinup illustration on one side and a one-page "info-comic" on the reverse side that explores that wrestler's background and history in the ring. Three of these comics will focus on current wrestlers (Now), two will focus on retired favorites (Then) and the final comic will spotlight a legendary member of the WWE pantheon (Forever) Check out Rob Guillory's depiction of tag-team superstars The New Day below:
Aliens 30th Anniversary Comic-Con Reunion Panel
A reunion panel to celebrate the 30th anniversary of James Cameron's Aliens will be held this year at San Diego Comic-Con.
According to EW, Cameron will participate in a Q&A session alongside Ripley star Sigourney Weaver and producer Gale Anne Hurd, as well as castmembers Bill Paxton, Paul Reiser, Michael Biehn, Lance Henriksen and Carrie Henn. The panel will be held on Saturday, July 23.
In addition, Fox is releasing a special 30th anniversary version of Aliens for Blu-ray and Digital HD on September 13, which will be available for pre-order at the studio's convention booth. In addition to a new interview with Cameron, the release includes the original theatrical version and special edition, as well as extra scenes and a commentary track. The Blu-ray also comes bundled with a Dark Horse art book and collectible cards.
When Will Pokemon GO Be Available Worldwide?
Pokemon GO has launched in Australia and New Zealand, but there's no word yet about when the augmented reality game will launch in other regions.
Niantic Labs has not responded to a request for comment about when the app will launch in other territories, but IGN will update this and the GO launch story should they provide further comment. The Pokemon Company had no official comment about when the app will release outside Australia and New Zealand, however, The Wall Street Journal's Takashi Mochizuki was told by The Pokemon Company that it is asking U.S. and Japanese players to "please wait a while" for the app to launch in their regions.
SMT 4: Apocalypse Release Date Announced
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse will release in the United States on September 20, Atlus has announced.
While this new 3DS-exclusive RPG is set in the same post-apocalyptic world as Shin Megami Tensei IV and has a plot that overlaps with the original game, it's an entirely new experience that features fresh faces and a few returning characters.
Check out the new trailer below to get acquainted with Apocalypse's diverse cast.
Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse tells the story of a lone Hunter who is killed and then brought back to life by pledging his service to a lesser god. Along the way, players will meet other Hunters as they brave the destroyed remains of Tokyo.
Overwatch Twitter Teases New Hero
Blizzard Entertainment appears to be teasing a new Overwatch hero, and the company's recent hints at the character line up with recent rumors and leaks that have suggested the hero's existence.
Today, the Overwatch Twitter account posted a communications record from Angela Ziegler — that's Mercy — to Soldier: 76 and Reaper. The file details a rifle that uses Mercy's biotic healing mechanism intended for "medics in the field."
Image via Twitter
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Here's The Lowest Price Ever for This 55-inch 4K TV
This high-end Samsung 4K was $1,000 during Black Friday last year. At the time, that was the lowest price I'd ever seen, but now it's down to $850, a new low price. That's actually $50 cheaper than the smaller 50-inch model!
TWD Alums on How Their Characters Would Respond to Negan
There have been plenty of villains in The Walking Dead's first six seasons, but none of them come close to Negan. Making his debut in the Season 6 finale and holding the fate of several key characters in his hand, Jeffrey Dean Morgan's new Big Bad isn't someone to be trifled with.
That's a problem for the current lineup of The Walking Dead characters, but could someone who didn't make it this far in the story have been a good asset to them had they stayed alive? That's the question we posed to several gone (but not forgotten) cast members who attended Universal Studios Hollywood's The Walking Dead attraction opening event.
Scott Wilson on The Walking Dead
Naomi Shows Off GTA 5’s Independence Day Goodies!
Naomi reporting for duty. GTA 5 got some sweet new add-ons so guess what? We're going to play them and have a literal blast! Blasting off fireworks...Get it? Oy vey, I'll see you in the chat.
Just so you know, we're going to be livestreaming every Tuesday and Wednesday from 1PM - 3PM PT. We'll focus on new releases and DLC drops, but let us know in the comments what games you'd like to see!
We'll be answering questions live during the stream, so tweet @ign with #ignplayslive
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South Park: Fractured But Whole Sneak Peek at SDCC
Comedy Central and South Park Studios will be holding a panel for South Park's 20th anniversary at San Diego Comic-Con, during which attendees will be treated to a sneak peek at Ubisoft's upcoming game South Park: The Fractured But Whole.
The panel will take place on Friday, July 22 at 5pm PT and be moderated by Chris Hardwick. In addition to providing an early look at the upcoming game, the panelists will field questions from fans and take a look back at how the series has evolved over the past 20 years.
An interactive exhibition will kick off on Thursday, July 21 and run until Sunday, July 24, providing fans with the chance to "explore and insert themselves into 20 iconic and fan favorite scenes."
Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Edition Available in September
Bethesda will release The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Edition on September 9, the publisher announced today.
In an effort to bring new players to the game, The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Edition will give users "immediate access" to the game's entire story, including four DLC packs: Imperial City, Orsinium, Thieves Guild, and Dark Brotherhood. Additionally, Gold Edition players will receive an in-game Palomino horse mount.
Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Edition is available for pre-order for $60.
During Bethesda's E3 press conference, developer Zenimax announced it would open the game's entire world to all players. The update — called One Tamriel — was designed to remove all content barriers from the game.