Monthly Archives: December 2018
Fallout 76’s New Ultrawide Mode Comes Under Fire From Players
Bethesda has irked PC players with the new 21:9 resolution support in Fallout 76's latest patch.
This week's Fallout 76 patch saw a number of changes roll out for the game, including adding ultrawide screen resolution support. However, players on Reddit have discovered that the new ultrawide mode appears to be nothing more than a modification to the INI file, meaning that 16:9 aspect ratio has been stretched to meet the wider resolution, rather than being a true 21:9 display.
The result is that, while the game appears to render correctly in 21:9, the UI doesn't adjust accordingly, stretching unnaturally.
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Crisis on Infinite Earths Confirmed as 2019 Arrowverse Crossover
The final moments of the Arrowverse's 2018 "Elseworlds" crossover could change the multiverse as we know it - the 2019 Arrowverse crossover has been confirmed as "Crisis on Infinite Earths," an adaptation of a massive crossover storyline from DC Comics.
The tag at the end of "Elseworlds Part 3" promised that "Crisis on Infinite Earths" is coming in "Fall 2019," rather than the crossover's usual winter timeslot, implying that the upcoming Crisis might affect the full seasons of Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, and DC's Legends of Tomorrow.
Doctor Strange Director Reportedly Returning for Sequel
Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson is reportedly set to direct a sequel starring the titular character.
Per The Hollywood Reporter, Derrickson has finalized a deal with Disney, and actors Benedict Cumberbatch and Benedict Wong will reportedly return as well. Rachel McAdams, who played Strange’s love interest Christine Palmer, is also expected to reprise her role. This Doctor Strange sequel would be part of a Marvel Cinematic Universe phase following Avengers: Endgame.
Derrickson co-wrote the original screenplay, though a writer is not currently attached to the film, and reports indicate Marvel is in the midst of searching for one. Derrickson previously directed the horror films The Exorcism of Emily Rose, Sinister and more.
Metal Gear Solid Tabletop Game Announced
Metal Gear Solid: The Board Game has been officially announced by Konami and IDW Games for a 2019 release.
Revealed through IDW Games, the tabletop game is designed by Emerson Matsuuchi, who previously designed the Century game series, Reef and Specter Ops. It will feature miniatures designed by sculptor Francesco Orrù and art from comic artist Kenneth Loh.
Described as a fully cooperative miniatures board game, it tells the story of the first Metal Gear Solid originally released on the PlayStation in 1998, letting players take on the roles of Solid Snake, Meryl Silverburgh, Otacon and Gray Fox. They each have unique skill sets used to avoid detection while completing objectives across multiple campaign scenarios.
What Conan the Barbarian’s Avengers Team-Up Could Mean for the Marvel Universe
The Conan the Barbarian franchise is returning to Marvel Comics in 2019. It's clear that one way Marvel plans on setting this latest incarnation of Conan apart from others is by having the Cimmerian warrior team up with the Avengers. Fans don't have to wait long to see that unlikely team-up, either. Conan will first cross paths with Earth's Mightiest Heroes in March's Avengers: No Road Home #6.
We can only assume this is the start of a larger trend. Marvel may well be working towards establishing the Conan franchise as a regular, influential piece of the Marvel Universe. Here's why we think this crossover could have significant implications.
A Brand New Conan
Venom 2 Reportedly Confirmed, New Screenwriter Expected
Venom co-screenwriter Jeff Pinker has gone on record stating that a Venom sequel is on its way, though he might not be the one writing it.
In an interview with Discussing Film, Pinker was asked about the possibility of a Venom sequel, saying "I can’t say anything other than that it is happening.” When asked if he would be writing the film, he replied “I am not. As of right now, I am not."
Earlier in the interview, when asked if Tom Holland’s Spider-Man exists in the same universe as the Venom film, Pinker replied “Without revealing anything that I’m not allowed to reveal, it is not impossible that in a future/upcoming Venom movie, Spider-Man will play a significant role."
Rami Malek Eyed for James Bond 25 Villain Role But Mr. Robot May Nix It
Rami Malek is reportedly being eyed for the villain role in Bond 25, but his scheduling with Mr. Robot may conflict with the shooting time, as reported by Variety.
Bond 25 is set to begin filming at Pinewood Studios on March 4, 2019, with Mr. Robot shooting from March through July.
We found out in September about director changes, as previous director Danny Boyle left the film due to "creative differences," that are said to be issues over the villain casting, and Cary Joji Fukunaga now set to direct the film.
Marvel Comics Teases ‘The Marvel Universe Is Destroyed!’
A slew of teasers sent out by Marvel Comics proclaim “Marvel History Is Destroyed” with the date March 2019 at the bottom. The subject line of the email from Marvel PR said “The Marvel Universe Is Destroyed!”
Each teaser features a different superhero comic series and implies that a mystery character played a key role in its history. For example, the Amazing Spider-Man teaser asks “Who brought Spider-Man back after ‘Spider-Man: No More’?” while the Fantastic Four teaser asks “Who really gave the Fantastic Four their powers?”
Check them all out here:
The word “who” in all of the teasers is given a fiery yellow and orange stylization, which may be a hint towards the identity of the character (or group of characters). The Phoenix Force? Dormammu? The Spirit of Vengeance? The list of powerful flaming Marvel characters is pretty long, so it could be anyone.
What Persona’s Joker Could Bring to Smash Bros: Ultimate
If you’re someone who hasn’t played Persona 5, you may have been a bit confused when its protagonist Joker popped up as the first DLC character for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate last week.
While Joker himself is a bit enigmatic, don’t worry - you won’t need to put 100 hours into Atlus’ gigantic RPG to get the basics. We’ve got you covered.
Who Is Joker?
Persona 5’s protagonist begins the game as an exchange student who comes to Shujin Academy after getting into some trouble back at home.
Like any good RPG character, he lives a normal school life by day and battles monsters by night, soon becoming embroiled in a fight to save Tokyo by invading evil characters’ mind Palaces to give them a change of heart.