Monthly Archives: November 2017
We Look Back at the History of Star Wars Games
Welcome back to our encyclopedic series Every Ever, where we take a deep dive into the most iconic titles, characters, and series in all of gaming, and break them down with expert analysis. If you're looking to learn more about your favorite franchises, consoles, and the history behind them, you've come to the right place.
In anticipation for the launch of Star Wars Battlefront II on November 17, join us in Episode 5 to see a complete timeline that covers every Star Wars video game ever.
Also, be sure to follow Every Ever on Facebook to check out all of the previous episodes, which cover ever single Mortal Kombat fighter, Mario many, many game appearances, Metal Gear's massive cast of unique characters, and a comprehensive look at Nintendo's history as a console maker.
Marvel’s Loss of Brian Bendis Is DC’s Monumental Gain
The comic book industry was rocked to its foundation when DC Comics announced that longtime Marvel writer Brian Michael Bendis signed an exclusive, multi-year contract to work for them.
Switching between the Big Two publishers is common in the comic book industry, but given Bendis produced a highly successful body of work exclusively for Marvel over the past 18 years*, a switch of this magnitude hasn’t happened since Jack Kirby - co-creator of Fantastic Four, Captain America, X-Men and numerous other icons - left Marvel for DC back in 1970. Marvel has not only lost a writer but a creative visionary, a smart business man, and an original IP machine - all things DC will now reap the benefits of.
Justice League Comics to Read Before the Movie
With the Justice League movie release on the horizon, now is the time to brush up on DC's premiere superhero group. Or maybe you're reading this article after seeing the movie and want to feast your eyeballs on more adventures featuring Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and the rest. Either way, we've got you covered.
Check out this list of must-read Justice League comics.
If you just want to get up to speed for Zach Snyder’s upcoming movie, this might be the best way to do it. It’s not the grandest title on this list, but it might be the most contained, limiting itself to a fairly straightforward tale of how the whole gang got together. As DC Comics go, few paths are as well-trodden as a Justice League origin story — it’s been re-told more times than Batman’s been brought back from the dead. But Geoff Johns has a flair for clipping plots, and he gives this particular iteration of the story a thrilling momentum that emboldens the stakes. Speaking of Johns, he's the co-head of DC Films and has been deeply involved in the movie's creation, so what better Justice League comic to read than his?
IGN UK Podcast #408: Drinking in LA (Noire)
Krupa, Gav and Alex walked the streets of 1940s Los Angeles when they played LA Noire in VR and on Switch, and it's no surprise Mad Men gets a mention. Elsewhere, the gang talk about Blizzcon and London's Justice League experience, plus get ready for one of the most shambolic Keyword Countdown performances yet. Happy Friday!
IGN UK Podcast #408: Drinking in LA (Noire)
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HBO Pulls Past Louis C.K. Projects From On Demand
In light of recent allegations against comedian Louis C.K., HBO is pulling all of his past projects from its on-demand services.
A bombshell New York Times piece today reported multiple instances of sexual impropriety by the comedian against five different women.
The content removed by HBO includes stand-up specials and its series Lucky Louie, starring C.K. in the title role. Additionally, C.K. has been dropped from the Night of Too Many Stars: America Unites for Autism Programs special on November 18.
Louis C.K. is the latest in a line of Hollywood celebrities accused of using their positions of power to get away with sexual abuse. Multiple allegations against Harvey Weinstein stripped him of his professional power, and Kevin Spacey, accused of unwanted advances against a then-14 year old co-star, has been dropped from Netflix's House of Cards, among other projects.
Rian Johnson Reacts to Star Wars Trilogy Announcement
Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson has responded to today's announcement from Disney that he will create a brand-new trilogy of Star Wars films.
"Obviously I hope you like The Last Jedi. But man now I REALLY hope you like The Last Jedi," Johnson said in a post on Twitter.
As reported earlier today, Johnson will write and direct the first film in this new trilogy, which will be separate from the Skywalker saga and "introduce new characters from a corner of the galaxy that Star Wars lore has never before explored."
Is There Such Thing as Too Much Star Wars?
While it's no secret that Disney and Lucasfilm have big plans for the future of Star Wars, we were still caught a little off-guard at today's announcement that Rian Johnson, director of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, would be returning to a galaxy far, far away for not one, but three (3) new movies.
Johnson is attached to write and direct an entire new trilogy, with longtime collaborator Ram Bergman producing. It's unclear where the films take place, either geographically or chronologically, but the announcement explained that the new trilogy "is separate from the episodic Skywalker saga" and that "Johnson will introduce new characters from a corner of the galaxy that Star Wars lore has never before explored."
Jean Grey Sports New Costume, Takes Lead In X-Men Red
Marvel Comics revealed that Jean Grey will star in a new comic book series featuring her own team called X-Men Red. Out in February 2017, the series will be written by Tom Taylor with art by Mahmud Asrar and covers by Travis Charest.
Jean will also have a new costume that hearkens back to her '90s look.
Given all the fire, it's possible she'll retain her Phoenix powers after her return in Phoenix Resurrection: The Return of Jean Grey, a five-part mini-series set to begin on December 27.
Deadpool 2 Reveals Thanksgiving-Themed Poster
Ryan Reynolds revealed a special Thanksgiving-themed Deadpool 2 poster.
Reynolds shared the poster on Twitter, saying, "Thanksgiving in our house is a glorious, non-stop car accident set to the music of cocaine." Check out the poster below, which features all of the main characters from the upcoming sequel, including Josh Brolin as Cable and Zazie Beetz as Domino.
Deadpool 2 Thanksgiving poster, image via Twitter.