Monthly Archives: May 2018
PS4 is Entering Final Phase of its Life Cycle
The PlayStation 4 is entering the final phase of its life cycle, according to Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO John Kodera.
Kodera told analysts and investors the console is entering the final phase of its life cycle, which was reported by The Wall Street Journal's Takashi Mochizuki on Twitter. The news was in the context of console revenue, which Kodera said would be negatively affected by a decrease in unit sales, but that recurring revenue from membership services such as PS+ would help cushion the impact.
He went on to suggest that March 2021 would be the time when the company would be looking beyond the PS4 console and into the future.
The Expanse Season 4 Could Find a Home at Amazon
After being cancelled by Syfy, it looks as though The Expanse could find its fourth season on Amazon.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Amazon is in talks to pick up the show for its streaming service. The Expanse is an adaption from James S. A. Corey's book series. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is reportedly a big fan of sci-fi novel series and wasn't happy when Syfy got the TV show.
Amazon has not commented on the situation, but producer Daniel Abraham said on Twitter that the "deal's not closed, but the talks are real."
Mysterio Explained: Who Is the Spider-Man: Far From Home Character?
In Spider-Man: Far From Home, we'll finally get the MCU's version of Quentin Beck, a.k.a. Mysterio, the long-time Spidey villain. And, yes, Jake Gyllenhaal is playing him. At long last, the master of illusion will get his due on the big screen... though is he friend or foe in Far From Home? Hmmm... (As for the other new MCU characters in Far From Home, check out our explanation on who the Elementals and Hydro-Man are!)
Zachary Levi Gives Peek at Live-Action Shazam
Shazam! star Zachary Levi has provided a sneak peek at the live-action version of the titular superhero.
Levi shared an image on Instagram of himself donning the red and gold costume. The promotional art Levi is pointing at is on display at the Licensing Show in Las Vegas. Check out the image below.
First look at Shazam, via Zachary Levi's Instagram
Overwatch Art Used in a Paladins Strike Advertisement
Art from Overwatch accidentally made its way into Hi-Rez Studios' new mobile game, Paladins Strike.
The error was first pointed out on r/Overwatch by Reddit user "XTeKoX", who posted a short gif from a Paladins Strike advertisement. The ad shows a new player character skin, but if you take a close look at the city in the background you can see it bears a striking resemblance to Overwatch's Lijiang Tower map.
The post was then shared to the Paladins Reddit where it caught the attention of Hi-Rez Art Director ThunderBrush, who responded with this explanation:
Top Comics to Buy This Week: Invincible Iron Man #600, The Flash #47 and More
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.
Once you check out our picks, head to the comments to let us know what you’ll be buying this week!
The Flash #47 - $2.99
Writer Joshua Williamson | Artist Howard Porter (DC Comics)
Battlefield V: Reveal, Release Date, Single-Player, Battle Royale, News, and Rumors
Battlefield 5 (officially titled Battlefield V) is an upcoming first-person shooter for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. It’s developed by EA DICE and published by Electronic Arts.
In the lead-up to launch, we’ve compiled all the news, trailers, rumors, and gameplay details about Battlefield 5, from initial rumors to its official announcement and beyond.
Battlefield 5 Release Date, Platforms, Engine
- Release date: October 19, 2018
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
- Developer: EA DICE
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
Halle Berry Joins John Wick 3
Halle Berry has officially joined John Wick: Chapter 3.
Berry confirmed on Instagram she will star opposite Keanu Reeves. Details about her character, which reportedly isn't a villain, weren't shared.
Halle Berry in Kingsman: The Golden Circle.
Anjelica Huston has also joined the film as a figure known as The Director. Other newcomers include Asia Kate Dillon, Mark Dacascos, Jason Mantzoukas, Yayan Ruhian, Cecep Arif Rahman, and Tiger Hu Chen.
Deadpool 2: Two More Cameos You May Have Missed
Deadpool 2 is now available to own on Digital.
Warning: Spoilers for Deadpool 2 follow. Turn back now if you haven't yet watched the film.
Deadpool 2 features plenty of cameos, including a few well-hidden appearances from Matt Damon and Alan Tudyk.
In the film, Josh Brolin's Cable time travels to present day and immediately encounters two "rednecks' who're discussing the best way to clean yourself after going to the bathroom.
Per Radio Times, it turns out Tudyk plays "Redneck #2." Damon, on the other hand, portrays Tudyk's friend who's lecturing him about toilet papers. You can't really notice Damon in the role because he's covered with prosthetic makeup, along with a wig and a fake beer belly.
Deadpool 2: Cable and Domino’s Origins Compared to the Comics
Deadpool 2 introduced a number of fan-favorite X-Men characters to Fox's cinematic universe, and none more crucial than Cable and Domino. With these two heroes in play, the stage is now set for a full-fledged X-Force movie.
If you're not familiar with the X-Force comics, you may be wondering just how much the movie draws from the source material. Here's a quick breakdown of what made the cut and what was changed with these two iconic mutants.
Warning: beware of spoilers for Deadpool 2!
Cable
The basics of Cable remain pretty much the same in both the comics and the movie. He's a cybernetic soldier from the future who has traveled back in time in order to prevent his hellish future from coming to pass. That was pretty much all fans knew about the character in his early appearances in New Mutants and X-Force.