Monthly Archives: March 2021

Elon Musk Has Officially Retitled Himself as ‘Technoking’ of Tesla

Elon Musk has formally given himself the title of 'Technoking' at Tesla, with his Chief Financial Officer becoming the 'Master of Coin'. In a formal SEC filing, Tesla wrote: "Effective as of March 15, 2021, the titles of Elon Musk and Zach Kirkhorn have changed to Technoking of Tesla and Master of Coin, respectively." The two executives will also retain their original CEO and CFO positions and titles alongside the... more unusual new dubbings. No reasoning has been given for the title changes, and Musk hasn't yet commented on them. Musk's done a lot to tell us that he's not a traditional CEO in recent years, so it makes sense that he'd give himself a whole new title, too. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/10/31/elon-musk-donates-1-million-to-youtubers-charity"] While Technoking is a pretty unique title, Master of Coin comes with some extremely Game of Thrones-y connotations. If I were Zach Kirkhorn, I'd maybe do some research into Peter Baelish, Tyrion Lannister, and Mace Tyrell, to work out what not to do. Tesla recently announced that its newest cars would come with 10-teraflop gaming PCs built in, capable of playing The Witcher 3. Recently, Musk declared that his Neuralink company was looking into how to put a brain implant into a monkey that would allow it to play 'mind Pong'. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.  

Elon Musk Has Officially Retitled Himself as ‘Technoking’ of Tesla

Elon Musk has formally given himself the title of 'Technoking' at Tesla, with his Chief Financial Officer becoming the 'Master of Coin'. In a formal SEC filing, Tesla wrote: "Effective as of March 15, 2021, the titles of Elon Musk and Zach Kirkhorn have changed to Technoking of Tesla and Master of Coin, respectively." The two executives will also retain their original CEO and CFO positions and titles alongside the... more unusual new dubbings. No reasoning has been given for the title changes, and Musk hasn't yet commented on them. Musk's done a lot to tell us that he's not a traditional CEO in recent years, so it makes sense that he'd give himself a whole new title, too. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/10/31/elon-musk-donates-1-million-to-youtubers-charity"] While Technoking is a pretty unique title, Master of Coin comes with some extremely Game of Thrones-y connotations. If I were Zach Kirkhorn, I'd maybe do some research into Peter Baelish, Tyrion Lannister, and Mace Tyrell, to work out what not to do. Tesla recently announced that its newest cars would come with 10-teraflop gaming PCs built in, capable of playing The Witcher 3. Recently, Musk declared that his Neuralink company was looking into how to put a brain implant into a monkey that would allow it to play 'mind Pong'. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.  

The Falcon and Winter Soldier Season 2 Isn’t in the Works, But ‘There’s Certainly Ideas’

Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige has indicated that The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Season 2 hasn't been completely ruled out, even though there isn't anything officially in the works yet. According to ComicBook.com, Feige attended a virtual press conference for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, where he was asked whether the studio had any plans for a potential second season of the upcoming MCU miniseries. While he didn't confirm whether Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes' adventure would expand beyond the six-episode Disney+ series, he did say that "there's certainly ideas." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/03/15/the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-final-official-trailer"] However, Feige also highlighted that the studio adopted the same approach for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier as they would with the movies by focusing on the narrative for one season, rather than how it could potentially develop into additional seasons. He also noted that storylines would continue to "go back and forth" between the Marvel Disney+ series' and movies. "It's a funny question and it's one that we obviously get asked much more in television because people expect it to be like what people know before," Feige said. "We really did approach it like we do the movies... if we were able to do another one, there's certainly ideas. The slight difference of course... like with WandaVision, they really will go back and forth between the Disney+ series and the movies... sometimes will be a Season 2, sometimes will be a feature." In a 'passing the torch' moment, Steve Rogers bestowed his shield upon Wilson at the end of Avengers: Endgame, trusting him to carry on the legacy of Captain America. Feige previously noted how the long-form format of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier would allow the story to evolve and dig deeper into Wilson's background and personality, as well as his decision in regards to taking up the mantle. "He's a man, and he's an African American man," Feige said, emphasizing that he's not a thunder god or king. "He's got experience in the military, he's got experience doing grief counseling with soldiers with PTSD. That's how Steve Rogers initially developed this friendship with him. What's so great about the move to Disney Plus long form is that we get to see much more of these characters." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=marvels-the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-character-posters&captions=true"] To revisit the journeys of these characters before The Falcon and The Winter Soldier premieres on March 19, you might want to tune into Marvel Studios' Legends series. The individual Falcon and Winter Soldier character episodes debuted on Friday, March 5, while the Sharon Carter and Zemo episodes dropped last Friday, March 12, offering fans a short refresher before the next big MCU show arrives. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Adele Ankers is a Freelance Entertainment Journalist. You can reach her on Twitter.

The Falcon and Winter Soldier Season 2 Isn’t in the Works, But ‘There’s Certainly Ideas’

Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige has indicated that The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Season 2 hasn't been completely ruled out, even though there isn't anything officially in the works yet. According to ComicBook.com, Feige attended a virtual press conference for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, where he was asked whether the studio had any plans for a potential second season of the upcoming MCU miniseries. While he didn't confirm whether Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes' adventure would expand beyond the six-episode Disney+ series, he did say that "there's certainly ideas." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/03/15/the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-final-official-trailer"] However, Feige also highlighted that the studio adopted the same approach for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier as they would with the movies by focusing on the narrative for one season, rather than how it could potentially develop into additional seasons. He also noted that storylines would continue to "go back and forth" between the Marvel Disney+ series' and movies. "It's a funny question and it's one that we obviously get asked much more in television because people expect it to be like what people know before," Feige said. "We really did approach it like we do the movies... if we were able to do another one, there's certainly ideas. The slight difference of course... like with WandaVision, they really will go back and forth between the Disney+ series and the movies... sometimes will be a Season 2, sometimes will be a feature." In a 'passing the torch' moment, Steve Rogers bestowed his shield upon Wilson at the end of Avengers: Endgame, trusting him to carry on the legacy of Captain America. Feige previously noted how the long-form format of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier would allow the story to evolve and dig deeper into Wilson's background and personality, as well as his decision in regards to taking up the mantle. "He's a man, and he's an African American man," Feige said, emphasizing that he's not a thunder god or king. "He's got experience in the military, he's got experience doing grief counseling with soldiers with PTSD. That's how Steve Rogers initially developed this friendship with him. What's so great about the move to Disney Plus long form is that we get to see much more of these characters." [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=marvels-the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-character-posters&captions=true"] To revisit the journeys of these characters before The Falcon and The Winter Soldier premieres on March 19, you might want to tune into Marvel Studios' Legends series. The individual Falcon and Winter Soldier character episodes debuted on Friday, March 5, while the Sharon Carter and Zemo episodes dropped last Friday, March 12, offering fans a short refresher before the next big MCU show arrives. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Adele Ankers is a Freelance Entertainment Journalist. You can reach her on Twitter.

Delisted Horror Game Devotion Is Now Available Digitally and DRM-Free

Devotion, the horror game from Red Candle Games that was delisted in February 2019, is now available digitally and in a DRM-free format. Red Candle Games announced the news on Twitter, confirming that Devotion, Detention, and all of its future projects will be available from its very own Red Candle e-shop in hopes to "provide a direct and simple purchasing channel for players who're interested in our games." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/02/26/devotion-review"] Devotion was pulled from Steam in 2019 after users found an in-game Winnie the Pooh meme mocking Chinese President Xi Jinping. Red Candle issued an apology shortly thereafter, while also saying it was not planning to re-release Devotion in the near term. In 2020, Devotion was back in the news as Red Candle Games shared that Devotion would be making its return via CD Projekt's GOG distribution platform on December 18, 2020. However, GOG posted a message later that day saying, "after receiving many messages from gamers, we have decided not to list the game in our store." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/12/16/delisted-cult-horror-game-devotion-added-to-gog-then-removed-again-ign-news"] Now, after more than two years, those who wish to try Devotion can finally do so once more. If you are curious about the game, be sure to check out our Devotion review, in which we said, "From start to finish, Devotion is an excellent psychological horror game full of surreal imagery, creepy dolls, and wonderful environmental storytelling." [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Delisted Horror Game Devotion Is Now Available Digitally and DRM-Free

Devotion, the horror game from Red Candle Games that was delisted in February 2019, is now available digitally and in a DRM-free format. Red Candle Games announced the news on Twitter, confirming that Devotion, Detention, and all of its future projects will be available from its very own Red Candle e-shop in hopes to "provide a direct and simple purchasing channel for players who're interested in our games." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/02/26/devotion-review"] Devotion was pulled from Steam in 2019 after users found an in-game Winnie the Pooh meme mocking Chinese President Xi Jinping. Red Candle issued an apology shortly thereafter, while also saying it was not planning to re-release Devotion in the near term. In 2020, Devotion was back in the news as Red Candle Games shared that Devotion would be making its return via CD Projekt's GOG distribution platform on December 18, 2020. However, GOG posted a message later that day saying, "after receiving many messages from gamers, we have decided not to list the game in our store." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/12/16/delisted-cult-horror-game-devotion-added-to-gog-then-removed-again-ign-news"] Now, after more than two years, those who wish to try Devotion can finally do so once more. If you are curious about the game, be sure to check out our Devotion review, in which we said, "From start to finish, Devotion is an excellent psychological horror game full of surreal imagery, creepy dolls, and wonderful environmental storytelling." [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Immortals Fenyx Rising – Myths of the Eastern Realm Release Date Announced

Ubisoft has announced that Immortals Fenyx Rising's Myth of the Eastern Realm DLC will be released on March 25, 2021. Myth of the Eastern Realm is the second of three planned DLCs for Immortals Fenyx Rising and its development is being led by Ubisoft Chengdu. This adventure will feature a new open world, characters, and story that is inspired by Chinese mythology. Furthermore, it will center on a new hero named Ku that has a unique Chinese martial arts fighting style and different abilities than those used by Fenyx. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/11/17/immortals-fenyx-rising-post-launch-and-season-pass-trailer"] While fans may have to wait a bit to play this new DLC, a special primer quest - We Are Not Alone - is now available as part of a free update. This new quest appears in the southern end of the Valley of the Eternal Spring and offers a "a stamina-testing platforming challenge in the clouds, with an appropriately themed prize for players who complete it." This quest is not required to play the DLC, but is just a nice treat for those waiting for it. Immortals Fenyx Rising's third planned DLC will be called The Lost Gods and also stars a new hero named Ash, who was chosen by Fenyx to bring back the lost gods. This expansion will feature top-down gameplay and all-new brawler combat. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/11/30/immortals-fenyx-rising-review"] In our Immortals Fenyx Rising review, we said, "With a gorgeous mythological world to fight through and explore, it's a shame Immortals Fenyx Rising's puzzles are so unremarkable." [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Immortals Fenyx Rising – Myths of the Eastern Realm Release Date Announced

Ubisoft has announced that Immortals Fenyx Rising's Myth of the Eastern Realm DLC will be released on March 25, 2021. Myth of the Eastern Realm is the second of three planned DLCs for Immortals Fenyx Rising and its development is being led by Ubisoft Chengdu. This adventure will feature a new open world, characters, and story that is inspired by Chinese mythology. Furthermore, it will center on a new hero named Ku that has a unique Chinese martial arts fighting style and different abilities than those used by Fenyx. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/11/17/immortals-fenyx-rising-post-launch-and-season-pass-trailer"] While fans may have to wait a bit to play this new DLC, a special primer quest - We Are Not Alone - is now available as part of a free update. This new quest appears in the southern end of the Valley of the Eternal Spring and offers a "a stamina-testing platforming challenge in the clouds, with an appropriately themed prize for players who complete it." This quest is not required to play the DLC, but is just a nice treat for those waiting for it. Immortals Fenyx Rising's third planned DLC will be called The Lost Gods and also stars a new hero named Ash, who was chosen by Fenyx to bring back the lost gods. This expansion will feature top-down gameplay and all-new brawler combat. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/11/30/immortals-fenyx-rising-review"] In our Immortals Fenyx Rising review, we said, "With a gorgeous mythological world to fight through and explore, it's a shame Immortals Fenyx Rising's puzzles are so unremarkable." [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Outriders Is Coming to Xbox Game Pass at Launch [Updated]

Update 03/15/2021: Xbox has confirmed that Outriders will join Xbox Game Pass for console (and Android devices via Xbox Cloud Gaming) on its launch day. It doesn't appear to be coming to Game Pass for PC, however. After teasing an announcement over the weekend, Xbox confirmed that the game would come for Xbox Game Pass for Console, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on its April 1 launch day. "Starting April 1 (not an April Fool’s joke, I assure you)," reads the announcement, "Xbox Game Pass for Console and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can jump into this true genre-hybrid from Square Enix, which combines brutal combat with deep RPG systems." It's another high-profile addition to Game Pass, after Xbox added 20 Bethesda games to the service, 5 of which benefit from Xbox Series X's FPS Boost feature. [poilib element="accentDivider"] A new tease may be hinting that Square Enix's Outriders may soon be coming to Xbox Game Pass. As it is known to do, Xbox Game Pass on Twitter shared a joke e-mail from Melissa McGamepass, the Executive Senior VP Lieutenant of General Video Game Communications, who confirmed a new game is on its way to the service. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/03/02/outriders-review-in-progress-demo-impressions"] Alongside stating that this new game is "completely unrelated" to other previous announcements like the 20 Bethesda games that recently joined Xbox Game Pass, the e-mail's ending seems to all but confirm Outriders is the game in question. "Before I go, I did have something I wanted to ask," McGamepass wrote. "Has anyone else noticed a mysterious signal appearing in the distance lately or am I the anomaly in the situation?" Since its reveal at E3 2019, Outriders has made clear that players will be setting out across the ruined world of Enoch in search of the source of a mysterious signal. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=outriders-ign-first&captions=true"] Furthermore, those who have tried the lengthy Outriders Demo (which is available for free now!) will know that one of the main missions has players escaping an anomaly. The timing of this McGamepass e-mail is also of note as it arrives only a few days before Square Enix's Digital Showcase on March 18 that will include announcements for Outriders. Outriders is set to be released on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, and Google Stadia on April 1, 2021. For more, check out our Outriders demo impressions and 10 tips and tricks to make the most out of the demo. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/03/10/outriders-no-turning-back-trailer"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Call of Duty: Warzone’s Mara Actress Gets Two Cheaters on Twitch Banned

Alex Zedra, the actress for Call of Duty: Warzone and Modern Warfare's Mara, got two cheaters banned on Twitch after she called them out. As reported by Eurogamer, Zedra took to Twitter to expose these cheaters who were using aimbots in a Warzone tournament that took place on March 12, 2021. Zedra was hosting one of these cheaters following the end of her own Twitch stream, and she was alerted to the wrongdoings shortly thereafter. Both of their channels have been suspended, and it appears that they deleted their Twitter accounts following this ban. Zedra thanked Twitch for acting so quickly and making the Warzone a better place for all. "Thank you @Twitch for banning the most toxic hackers I've ever come across in my 5 years of being on this platform," Zedra wrote on Twitter. "Glad I got to witness him being banned Live after being called bitch and to 1v1 them as they're blatantly hacking." Cheating in Call of Duty: Warzone has been a constant issue for both the developers and players, and just last month Activision banned over 60,000 cheaters. That was the third large ban since Warzone's launch in 2020. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2021/02/04/activision-infinity-ward-sued-over-modern-warfare-character"] Mara also made the news in February, as Activision, Infinity Ward, and Major League Gaming Corp. (MLG) were hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit that claimed the companies were responsible for making a direct copy of the character for use in the game. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.