Monthly Archives: January 2017
Jerry Seinfeld Signs Big New Deal With Netflix
Jerry Seinfeld has a signed a new production deal with Netflix that will see his hit show, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, move from Crackle to Netflix.
As first revealed by The Hollywood Reporter, 24 brand new episodes of Comedians in Car Getting Coffee will debut exclusively on Netflix starting in late 2017 through 2018 and beyond. The show's previous 59 episodes will be available to stream on Netflix as well.
Jerry Seinfeld (right - seen here with David Letterman) in Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.
IGN Prime Giveaway: Dreadnought PC Beta
IGN Prime has partnered with GreyBox to give away 50,000 PC beta codes of Dreadnought to IGN Prime members during the month of January.
Dreadnought puts you in command of massive capital ships with earth-shaking weapons for tactical, 8v8 warfare in space. As a mercenary captain, your motivations are simple: help your teammates claim victory, reap the rewards of battle, and fearlessly build up your reputation.
The PC closed beta of Dreadnought has entered its final phase, and we're giving IGN Prime members a chance to experience the thrill of commanding their very own capital ships in battle before the upcoming PC open beta.
From this point on, all progress earned in the game, including XP, Credits, and ship unlocks, will be carried over into open beta without any resets — so now is the perfect time to take the helm and get a head start on the competition!
Mr. Robot Creator Developing Metropolis as a Miniseries
Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail is developing a miniseries based off the 1927 classic sci-fi film Metropolis.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Esmail is working on the project with Universal Cable Productions, where he already has a deal. The Metropolis miniseries is a ways off though.
Metropolis reportedly won't premiere for around two to three years. In fact, it's unknown exactly what role Esmail will have for the miniseries at this early point in time.
The miniseries is set to follow the Metropolis film, which took place in a futuristic city where wealthy industrialists ruled over the working class. The son of the city's master, Freder, falls in love with a poor girl named Maria.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild Switch, Wii U Differences Revealed
Nintendo has revealed the differences between the Switch and Wii U versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
In a statement provided to IGN, Nintendo explained the following “key facts” about each version:
- Both launch on the same day, March 3.
- Both have a frame rate of 30fps.
- Both versions of the game offer the same content.
- On a TV, the Nintendo Switch version of the game renders in 900p while the Wii U version renders in 720p.
- The Nintendo Switch version has higher-quality environmental sounds. As a result, the sound of steps, water, grass, etc. are more realistic and enhance the game’s Open-Air feel.
Top Comics to Buy This Week
With dozens of comic books to choose from, let us show you which are the best coming out this week. Take a look at this list spotlighting our favorite comics that we know are money-well-spent and new books that look cool and are backed by some top-tier talent.
Check out our picks, then head to the comments to let us know what you’ll be buying this week!
By writers Dennis Hopeless & Ross Thibodeaux & artists Serg Acuna & Rob Gullory | BOOM!
The Flash Actor Teases Dead Character’s Return in Season 3
The Flash: Season 3 will feature the return of a character who died during the show's first season.
Warning: The Flash: Season 3 spoilers ahead.
In a post on Twitter, Rick Cosnett revealed that he will reprise his role as Eddie Thawne. "Hate to tease you but now I can say it: I’m coming back on #TheFlash," he said.
Following the character's death at the end of Season 1, Cosnett returned to play the CCPD Detective in Season 2 when Barry Allen (Grant Gustin) traveled back in time. There's no word yet on the circumstances of Thawne's return or the extent of his involvement. It is worth noting that the back half of this season hinges upon whether Barry can save Iris from her prophesied death. Iris and Eddie dated in Season 1 of The Flash.
Nintendo: Another Zelda Could Eventually Come to Switch
In an interview with IGN, Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma hinted another Zelda could be coming to Nintendo’s new console/portable hybrid later in the system’s lifespan.
“I haven’t been able to fully use all of the new features of the system,” Aonuma told IGN. “There could be the possibility of another Zelda on Nintendo Switch.”
We asked Aonuma where Zelda could go next given the new game’s large scale and scope, to which he jokingly replied, “It’s always easy to top the best,” before explaining what he would like to expand on.
“I think the core element of Zelda gameplay kind of stays the same. There’s the main character development as well as characters you meet along the way, and then you learn new things as the character develops,” he said. “With that said I think we could keep all that, and then I do wonder how we can expand from here with that in mind.” It appears Nintendo hasn't started thinking too much about the next new Zelda game. Back at E3, Aonuma said the next Zelda after Breath of the Wild could be another multiplayer game.
Johnny Blaze Not Likely to Return in Agents of SHIELD
Warning: full spoilers for Agents of SHIELD below!
Marvel's Agents of SHIELD wrapped up its Ghost Rider arc with Robbie Reyes currently stuck in another dimension with his evil Uncle Eli. But with Robbue gone, the show never answered the question of the whereabouts of the original Ghost Rider, who was strongly implied to be Johnny Blaze.
During the episode "The Good Samaritan" we see an unidentified Ghost Rider pass on the Spirit of Vengeance to Reyes. We never see his face or hear him speak, but given that he was wearing a leather jacket and riding a motorcycle, logic says it’s Blaze. Further proof it was Blaze was in the episode “Lockup” where a Quentin Carnival poster and some stunt performer gear is seen in the basement where the Darkhold is found. (The Quentin Carnival is where Blaze performed motorcycle stunts for a living in the comics, so it’s a pretty clear indicator that he’s the Rider in question.)
Your Name Coming to North American Theaters in April
Your Name, the No. 1 film in Japan last year, will arrive in North American theaters on April 7.
The anime film follows two Japanese high schoolers who end up mysteriously switching bodies. Up for consideration at the Academy Awards, Your Name will be available in theaters with English subtitles or dubbed.
The dubbed version of Your Name will also feature English versions of all of the Radwimps songs from the movie, like "Dream Latern" and "Zenzenzense." The Japanese band has re-recorded the soundtrack for the North American release.
In Japan, Your Name is the fourth highest-grossing movie ever, behind Spirited Away, Titanic and Frozen. Director Makoto Shinkai discussed Your Name last month at a Q&A, evening touching on his original idea for the anime film.