Monthly Archives: July 2015
Funko Pop! Line of Bioshock Collectibles Revealed
A line of BioShock Infinite Funko Pop! figures is on its way.
The toys include an adorable version of Elizabeth, as well as two versions of main character Booker DeWitt - one Booker comes with the Sky-Hook, while the other is equipped with Booker's signature gun. Rounding out the set is a Little Sister and a 6"-sized "Super Pop" Big Daddy.
The BioShock Infinite line is expected to see release in September.
Funko also recently unveiled its new line of Pop! figurines based on Batman: Arkham Knight, as well as a glow-in-the-dark Pop! figure of the Fallout series' iconic Vault Boy.
Ouya CEO Leaves Company Following Razer Acquisition
Razer has purchased struggling microconsole company Ouya – specifically, its software assets – for an undisclosed amount of money.
After a few months of rumors regarding Ouya's future, CEO and co-founder Julie Uhrman revealed the acquisition on Twitter today.
Uhrman also hinted at her own departure from the company, stating, "OUYA was a once in a lifetime experience. Now I'm off to find the next... stay tuned!"
Along with Ouya's software assets, such as its online retail platform and catalog of content, Razer is also bringing over Ouya's technical and developer relations teams.
Ouya CEO Leaves Company Following Razer Acquisition
Razer has purchased struggling microconsole company Ouya – specifically, its software assets – for an undisclosed amount of money.
After a few months of rumors regarding Ouya's future, CEO and co-founder Julie Uhrman revealed the acquisition on Twitter today.
Uhrman also hinted at her own departure from the company, stating, "OUYA was a once in a lifetime experience. Now I'm off to find the next... stay tuned!"
Along with Ouya's software assets, such as its online retail platform and catalog of content, Razer is also bringing over Ouya's technical and developer relations teams.
Hawking, Musk, Wozniak Warn of Imminent AI-Based Robot Warfare
Dozens of high-profile scientists, businessmen, and other dignitaries, including the likes of Stephen Hawking, Steve Wozniak, and Elon Musk, have signed an open letter appealing to the UN to ban AI-based weaponry.
The letter, published by The Future of Life Institute, states that AI-controlled weapons with capabilities of searching for and eliminating people autonomously will likely be available "within years, not decades," and describes autonomous weapons as a potential "third revolution in warfare, after gunpowder and nuclear arms."
"If any major military power pushes ahead with AI weapon development," the letter continues, "a global arms race is virtually inevitable... autonomous weapons will become the Kalashnikovs of tomorrow." It warns that while these weapons may reduce human casualties, it will also lower the threshold for states to go to war, as the materials needed to create these machines are so cheap and readily available.
Hawking, Musk, Wozniak Warn of Imminent AI-Based Robot Warfare
Dozens of high-profile scientists, businessmen, and other dignitaries, including the likes of Stephen Hawking, Steve Wozniak, and Elon Musk, have signed an open letter appealing to the UN to ban AI-based weaponry.
The letter, published by The Future of Life Institute, states that AI-controlled weapons with capabilities of searching for and eliminating people autonomously will likely be available "within years, not decades," and describes autonomous weapons as a potential "third revolution in warfare, after gunpowder and nuclear arms."
"If any major military power pushes ahead with AI weapon development," the letter continues, "a global arms race is virtually inevitable... autonomous weapons will become the Kalashnikovs of tomorrow." It warns that while these weapons may reduce human casualties, it will also lower the threshold for states to go to war, as the materials needed to create these machines are so cheap and readily available.
Here’s When World of Tanks Comes to Xbox One
World of Tanks releases on Xbox One tomorrow, July 28.
This new-gen release of Wargaming's popular online action game, which launched last year for Xbox 360, is available for pre-download on Xbox One via Xbox Live, and will support cross-platform play between the Xbox One and Xbox 360 versions.
Check out its official launch trailer below.
Additionally, World of Tanks on Xbox One features enhanced graphics and battle damage made possible by the Havoc physics system. On top of that, a completely new PVE mode, dubbed "Proving Grounds," offers an easy way for newbies to practice before battling against others online.
For more on World of Tanks, check out our review of the Xbox 360 version.
Here’s When World of Tanks Comes to Xbox One
World of Tanks releases on Xbox One tomorrow, July 28.
This new-gen release of Wargaming's popular online action game, which launched last year for Xbox 360, is available for pre-download on Xbox One via Xbox Live, and will support cross-platform play between the Xbox One and Xbox 360 versions.
Check out its official launch trailer below.
Additionally, World of Tanks on Xbox One features enhanced graphics and battle damage made possible by the Havoc physics system. On top of that, a completely new PVE mode, dubbed "Proving Grounds," offers an easy way for newbies to practice before battling against others online.
For more on World of Tanks, check out our review of the Xbox 360 version.
Rumor: Sherlock’s Jonathan Aris Cast in Rogue One
The latest casting rumor for Star Wars: Rogue One suggests that Jonathan Aris -- best known for his role as forensic scientist Philip Anderson on Sherlock -- has been cast in the upcoming Star Wars Anthology film directed by Gareth Edwards.
Jonathan Aris in Sherlock
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Gyllenhaal Cried When His Parents Turned Down Mighty Ducks
Southpaw actor Jake Gyllenhaal recently admitted he became a bit emotional when his parents, director Stephen Gyllenhaal and writer Naomi Foner, wouldn't allow him to accept a lead role in 1992's The Mighty Ducks.
"I definitely remember crying on the kitchen counter," Gyllenhaal, who would have been about 11 at the time The Mighty Ducks was filmed, said during an interview on The Howard Stern Show (via The Wrap). "I was like, 'You guys are crazy.'"
According to the actor, his parents were concerned the role would interfere with his education. Therefore, they turned down the role. "My parents were like, 'Look, you’re about to enter junior high school, you gotta get your education, that’s the most important thing. I promise you, you hate us now, but you’ll thank us later,'" said Gyllenhaal. "And I do."
New Poster for Heroes Reborn Released
NBC has pulled back the curtain on the latest piece of key art for Heroes Reborn.
You can check out the new poster for the upcoming Heroes reboot, courtesy of TVLine, below.
The poster features the show's core cast, which is comprised of Jack Coleman, Robbie Kay, Danika Yarosh, Judith Shekoni, Zachary Levi, Ryan Guzman, and Kiki Sukezane. Earlier this month at SDCC 2015, we got a chance to chat with Levi about his "dark" role in the upcoming sci-fi show.