Monthly Archives: October 2017
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Xbox Head ‘Doesn’t Like’ Paying for Platform-Exclusive DLC
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer says he doesn't like idea of paying for platform-exclusive content.
In an interview with GameSpot at the Brazil Game Show, Spencer explained his views on the practice. "People always knock me on this; I've been on record... I don't love the idea or practice of us paying so other platforms can't play or use a certain gun in a game or do a certain level," he said.
"I know I say that and, Xbox history—DLC exclusivity windows with Call of Duty—I understand the fingers are pointing right back to Xbox. I can only be who I am. It's not the best PR answer. But I don't like that," Spencer added.
Nintendo Reportedly Encouraging Mature Titles on Switch
Nintendo may be encouraging producers of more mature and violent games to bring their content over to Switch.
According to a report by the The Wall Street Journal, Nintendo appears to be interested in increasing the number of mature titles on its newest console to remove the stigma that its hardware is just for family-friendly content.
Takuya Aizu, chief executive of Inti Creates—the studio behind the scantily clad shooter Gal*Gun 2—said he initially assumed Nintendo wouldn't be interested in having their adult-oriented game on the Switch. "I thought it wouldn't be possible to release such a game for the Switch, but surprisingly, Nintendo gave me positive feedback," Aizu told the WSJ.
Pokemon Go Datamine Reveals Generation 3 Pokemon
A datamine of a new update has revealed that Pokemon from generation three are coming soon to Pokemon Go.
According to fan community The Silph Road, Pokemon Go update 0.79.2 (which was rolled out today by developer Niantic) includes a new loading screen featuring generation three Pokemon Dusclops, Shuppet, Banette, Duskull, and Sableye.
The update also adds sound files for the generation three Pokedex up to #386, as well as a badge to reward players for catching Pokemon from generation three, new music, various bug fixes, and more. The Silph Road founder dronpes posted the full list of changes on Reddit.
Black Panther Villain Out to Expose Wakanda’s “Hypocrisy”
Andy Serkis, who plays the villainous weapons dealer Ulysses Klaue in 2018's Black Panther, spoke to IGN this week about the "personal" vendetta against T'Challa that drives his agenda in the Marvel movie.
Serkis, who first played the character in Avengers: Age of Ultron (where he lost his hand to the sinister robot), said Klaue is "furious about what’s happened
. So it is personal with T’Challa."
But Klaue's vendetta extends to T'Challa's nation of Wakanda as well, an African country shrouded in mystery and keeping its technological advancements secret from the rest of the world. Wakanda is seen as a third-world nation by outsiders whereas in reality it is wealthy and more advanced than any Western nation.
Actors Who Almost Played Batman
It's not easy finding the ideal actor to play a live-action Batman. You need someone that's built like a superhero, has the acting chops to play a brooding, tortured hero, and can also pull off that voice. For every new Batman who makes it to the screen, there are countless would-be Dark Knights who didn't quite make the cut.
We've put together a gallery breaking down some of the more notable actors who almost got the chance to be Batman, from Colin Farrell to... Bill Murray? Get the full story on the most noteworthy examples in the video above or the slideshow below, or scroll down for the quick bullet list.
Actors Who Almost Played Batman
- Josh Brolin
Rocket League Halloween-Themed Event Starts Next Week
Rocket League is getting a Halloween-themed event that kicks off next week.
As detailed on the official Rocket League blog, the event, dubbed Haunted Hallows, will bring new crates and items to the game. It will also introduce an event-specific currency, Candy Corn, which can be earned by playing and completing online matches. The currency can be used in the special event to purchase new event items.
Haunted Hallows event crate, via Psyonix
Andy Serkis on Making His Directorial Debut With Breathe
Over the past two decades, Andy Serkis has carved out one of the most unique careers in Hollywood for himself. After being introduced to mainstream audiences with his work as Gollum in the Lord of the Rings films, Serkis has gone on to turn out consistently amazing performances on the big screen, and has become a leading pioneer in the performance-capture technologies that so many other franchises and filmmakers are beginning to adapt.
Now, Serkis is pushing his career into new territory once again with his directorial debut, Breathe. Taking place in the mid-1900s, the film tells the real-life story of Robin Cavendish, who was diagnosed with polio at the age of 28, but through the love and help of his wife went on to live an inspirational life, that helped change the way people looked at caring for severely disabled patients all around the world.
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Serkis: New Trailer Nails The Last Jedi’s Tone and Feel
Star Wars: The Last Jedi actor Andy Serkis, who plays Supreme Leader Snoke via performance-capture, told us over the phone this week that not only does the new trailer reflect Episode VIII's darker tone, but that the "tension" in the film will move audiences.
“I thought the trailer was spectacular, and very intense. It absolutely reflects the tone and the feel of the movie," Serkis said. "I do think this movie is going to really surprise people with its plotline and story and its tension in it."
Serkis, whose directorial debut, Breathe, opened in limited release this weekend, went on to praise The Last Jedi's director, Rian Johnson.