Monthly Archives: May 2018
Justice League: Henry Cavill on ‘Ridiculous’ Superman Marketing and Mustache
Henry Cavill spoke about Warner Bros.' "ridiculous" decision to keep Superman out of Justice League's marketing.
While speaking to Empire Magazine (via Batman-News), Cavill seemed to agree not having the Man of Steel in any of the film's trailers was strange, especially considering Cavill himself was doing press tours for the movie, which all but confirmed Superman was indeed in Justice League.
Pokémon for Nintendo Switch Rumor Roundup
We’re less than a month away from E3 2018, but it looks like alleged details regarding the next Pokémon game have already begun to leak out ahead of any announcements from Nintendo. We know for a fact that a core Pokémon game is in development for Nintendo Switch, but we don’t have any official details beyond that.
So before we delve into any details, please keep in mind that none of this information is confirmed until Nintendo officially announces it. That said, let's take a look at all the Pokémon Switch rumors we've heard so far.
The leaks began earlier this week when industry insider Emily Rogers stated in a blog post that Pokémon for Nintendo Switch is set to be revealed before the end of May. She also stated that two versions are planned for release and that games will “raise a few eyebrows.”
Pokémon for Nintendo Switch Rumor Roundup
We’re less than a month away from E3 2018, but it looks like alleged details regarding the next Pokémon game have already begun to leak out ahead of any announcements from Nintendo. We know for a fact that a core Pokémon game is in development for Nintendo Switch, but we don’t have any official details beyond that.
So before we delve into any details, please keep in mind that none of this information is confirmed until Nintendo officially announces it. That said, let's take a look at all the Pokémon Switch rumors we've heard so far.
The leaks began earlier this week when industry insider Emily Rogers stated in a blog post that Pokémon for Nintendo Switch is set to be revealed before the end of May. She also stated that two versions are planned for release and that games will “raise a few eyebrows.”
Beyond Episode 543: Will Days Gone Beat Zombie Fatigue?
Beyond! Join Jonathon Dornbush, Alanah Pearce, Brian Altano, and Tina Amini on this week's episode of Beyond as they break down all of the recent Days Gone news and gameplay to discuss whether Bend Studio's latest game could offer a unique spin on zombie-focused stories. (Yes, we know they're freakers, not zombies.)
In addition to introducing IGN's newest show Bike Chat, the crew also breaks down the recent announcement of Sony's E3 2018 Showcase lineup, what we're most excited to see, and whether we've seen all of the major first-party PlayStation titles for this generation. The episode also runs through Rage 2, Square Enix's E3 livestream, and Superhot JP, as the team tries to cover all the biggest news of the last week. (Spoilers — there's been a lot of news.)
Beyond Episode 543: Will Days Gone Beat Zombie Fatigue?
Beyond! Join Jonathon Dornbush, Alanah Pearce, Brian Altano, and Tina Amini on this week's episode of Beyond as they break down all of the recent Days Gone news and gameplay to discuss whether Bend Studio's latest game could offer a unique spin on zombie-focused stories. (Yes, we know they're freakers, not zombies.)
In addition to introducing IGN's newest show Bike Chat, the crew also breaks down the recent announcement of Sony's E3 2018 Showcase lineup, what we're most excited to see, and whether we've seen all of the major first-party PlayStation titles for this generation. The episode also runs through Rage 2, Square Enix's E3 livestream, and Superhot JP, as the team tries to cover all the biggest news of the last week. (Spoilers — there's been a lot of news.)
Why Deadpool’s Comedic Comic Had to End With Tragedy
With the release of The Despicable Deadpool #300, writer Gerry Duggan ended a long run on one of Marvel's most popular ongoing comics. In fact, Duggan has now written more issues of Deadpool than any other writer. It's not hard to understand why. Duggan clearly understands as well as anyone that you can't build a good, lasting Deadpool saga without emphasizing the tragedy of Wade Wilson as much as the comedy.
Warning: spoilers for The Despicable Deadpool #300 ahead!
The Despicable Deadpool #300 variant cover by Tony Moore. (Marvel Comics)
Why Deadpool’s Comedic Comic Had to End With Tragedy
With the release of The Despicable Deadpool #300, writer Gerry Duggan ended a long run on one of Marvel's most popular ongoing comics. In fact, Duggan has now written more issues of Deadpool than any other writer. It's not hard to understand why. Duggan clearly understands as well as anyone that you can't build a good, lasting Deadpool saga without emphasizing the tragedy of Wade Wilson as much as the comedy.
Warning: spoilers for The Despicable Deadpool #300 ahead!
The Despicable Deadpool #300 variant cover by Tony Moore. (Marvel Comics)
Simon Pegg Says He Is Not Writing the Next Star Trek Movie
Simon Pegg is not writing the script for the next Star Trek movie.
In an interview with ComingSoon, Pegg revealed he is working on a different project at Bad Robot with fellow Star Trek Beyond writer Doug Jung.
"You know what, I’m not developing the next Star Trek at all," Pegg said. "I think that’s a bit of confusion because I’m working on something with Doug at Bad Robot but it’s not the next Trek."
Pegg then confirmed the Star Trek 4 screenplay is actually being penned by J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay. He also touched on what fans can expect from Quentin Tarantino's potential R-rated Trek movie, saying it won't be "Pulp Fiction in space."
Simon Pegg Says He Is Not Writing the Next Star Trek Movie
Simon Pegg is not writing the script for the next Star Trek movie.
In an interview with ComingSoon, Pegg revealed he is working on a different project at Bad Robot with fellow Star Trek Beyond writer Doug Jung.
"You know what, I’m not developing the next Star Trek at all," Pegg said. "I think that’s a bit of confusion because I’m working on something with Doug at Bad Robot but it’s not the next Trek."
Pegg then confirmed the Star Trek 4 screenplay is actually being penned by J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay. He also touched on what fans can expect from Quentin Tarantino's potential R-rated Trek movie, saying it won't be "Pulp Fiction in space."
The Hearthstone Team on Nerfing Paladin and Warlock
Blizzard’s Team 5 has just announced the details of a sweeping set of nerfs coming soon to Hearthstone. Let’s quickly run through each change and what decks are affected.
The Paladin spell Call to Arms will now cost 5 mana instead of 4. It’s arguably the most powerful card in both Murloc Paladin and Even Paladin (which in turn is the most powerful deck overall at the moment), so this change will mean Call to Arms will be weaker in the former, and can’t be played at all in the latter.
The Warlock minion Possessed Lackey will now cost 6 mana instead of 5. Both Cube Warlock and Control Warlock use Possessed Lackey to pull big minions – Voidlords or Doomguards – onto the board for free, which they then bring back using cards like Carnivorous Cube and Bloodreaver Gul’dan. It’s often played then hit with Dark Pact on the same turn, meaning the opponent isn’t given a chance to silence it or transform it. Speaking of Dark Pact…