Monthly Archives: May 2018
PUBG is Suing Fortnite For Copyright Infringement in Korea
PUBG Corp., the subsidiary of Korean publisher Bluehole and the studio behind PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, has reportedly filed a lawsuit against Epic Games for copyright violation over its own popular Battle Royale game, Fortnite.
The Korea Times reports that an injunction has been filed with the Seoul Central District Court alleging copyright infringement against Epic Games Korea. The suit, which was allegedly filed in January, was created "to determine whether the latter's "Fortnite" was copied from the former's "PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds."
PUBG Corp. first suggested it was contemplating action over the similarities between PUBG and Fortnite back in September.
Zack Snyder’s Next Movie is Apparently The Fountainhead
Zack Snyder has indicated that his next project will be an adaptation of The Fountainhead.
According to Deadline, Snyder announced that the adaptation will be his next project in response to a fan's question on the social media site Vero. Twitter user @ChrisRa7en documented the exchange.
The Fountainhead is officially Zack's next project instead of The Last Photograph. pic.twitter.com/pKS84l3uO8
Sesame Street Suing R-Rated Puppet Movie The Happytime Murders
Sesame Workshop, the non-profit behind the beloved long-running children's TV show Sesame Street, has filed a lawsuit against the upcoming R-rated puppet comedy The Happytime Murders.
Per The Wrap, the lawsuit states that the marketing campaign for the movie appropriates the Sesame Street brand to sell its violent and raunchy message.
The Happytime Murders is produced by STX Productions and directed by Brian Henson, son of Muppets creator Jim Henson. Its trailer promises to show what puppets get up to when kids aren't around, and comes with the tagline "No Sesame, All Street."
GTA Online May Be Teasing New Radio Stations
Rockstar appears to be teasing new music content for GTA Online with flyers posted across its social media channels.
An image found on Rockstar's official site looks to be promotional art for a concert held in the fictional town of Los Santos.
The lineup includes four electronic artists, namely Solomun, Tale Of Us, Dixon and The Black Madonna, and the gig is set for Summer 2018.
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) May 28, 2018
7 Reasons Jurassic Park Fans Should Be Excited For Jurassic World Evolution
If you’re not sure what Jurassic World Evolution is yet, we’ve been bringing you a month’s worth of announcements and awesome features on the new game which sticks you in charge of your own version of Jurassic World. This fulfils the dreams of most Jurassic Park fans, despite the fact that dinosaurs and theme parks have a vibrant history of not getting along.
If you’re a huge fan of the films, here are 7 reasons why you should be particularly excited
1. Visit Each Island Known as The Five Deaths
16 Big Things Coming From Marvel and DC in August
August is shaping up to be another huge month for the comic book industry. Scroll down to check out all the major new projects in the work at Marvel and DC, from Marvel's long-awaited Fantastic Four relaunch to the debut of the Legion of Doom in Justice League.
Return of the Fantastic Four
Fantastic Four #1 cover by Sara Pichelli. (Marvel Comics)
How Wrestling Has Become Entertainment for Everyone
Earlier this year, I attended my first independent wrestling show after a long love affair with the sport, and a growing interest in Australia's wrestling scene. Standing in the queue, I made idle conversation with a gentleman who soon turned to me in surprise, proclaiming, "You know a lot about wrestling, don't you?" While he didn't go so far as to add 'for a girl' to his churlish statement, the implication was as clear as his surprise.
Wrestling has long been seen as a sport 'by men, for men', an exclusive club dominated by masculine ideals and misogyny. But wrestling, like any entertainment medium, changes with the times, and recent years have seen it blossom into a unique and brilliant art form with stories and characters for everyone. It's part of the reason why I love wrestling so much.
Solo: A Star Wars Story Disappoints in Box Office Debut
Solo: A Star Wars Story fell short in its domestic and international debut at the box office, opening with an estimated USD$83.3 million.
Despite decent reception from critics, Disney and Lucasfilm's latest Star Wars effort fell short of their projected $130-150 million target for the four-day holiday weekend. Disney is now estimating $101 million with the additional Memorial Day sales. A minimal $65 million was brought in from international markets, with the UK pulling in $10.3 million and a paltry $10.1 million coming from China.
Killer7 Is Getting Remastered for Release on Steam
The cult classic Killer7 is returning after 13 years with a remaster of the original game set for release on Steam this fall.
News of the remaster came in the form of a special announcement made at Suda51 and Grasshopper Manufacture's 20th Anniversary Spectacular panel at MomoCon 2018 this weekend. Speaking with Game Informer, Grasshopper Manufacture said the game is a graphical refresh more than a remake and "the game's simple models and colors scale nicely to modern resolutions."
Players assume the role of Harman Smith, an assassin who takes on seven different personalities to take down the deadly organization known as Heaven Smile. Killer7 is often remembered for its stylistic gameplay and storytelling along with its clean art style. For more on the PC version of Killer7, check out the game's Steam page.
Harry Potter Hogwarts Mystery’s Biggest Problem Isn’t Its Energy Mechanic
The question “what Hogwarts House would you be in?” is still a conversational ice-breaker among millenials, over 21 years since JK Rowling first let Harry out the cupboard under the stairs.
It’s asked at dinner parties to friends just met; on Tinder to potential suitors; and has become so trusted-a-method of ascertaining one’s character, it’s a wonder it’s not replaced Myers-Briggs. The reason is simple. The only thing that fascinates us more about the labyrinthine corridors of Hogwarts is what it’d be like to walk in them.
So when Jam City announced it was making a Harry Potter mobile RPG that would “make players feel for the first time like they’re attending Hogwarts,” the internet detonated like an erumpent horn. Finally, fans would be able to experience life at Hogwarts - actually seeking adventure in JK Rowling’s rich world, rather than passively reading about it or watching Daniel Radcliffe live it.