Monthly Archives: May 2016
Xbox One Backwards Compatibility Supports Multiple Discs
Despite earlier reports that it may not be possible, Microsoft has found a way to make Xbox One backwards compatibility function with multi-disk Xbox 360 titles.
The news came from Major Nelson himself, via a post on r/xboxone. In fact, the first multi-disk game was added earlier this week, Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Director's Cut.
In a statement to IGN, a Microsoft spokesperson had this to say:
"Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director’s Cut” was the first multi-disc Backward Compatible title added to the program. We know fans were asking for this feature and our engineers worked hard developing a solution to enable it so we could further expand the titles included in Xbox One Backward Compatibility. We’re continuing to listen to our fans on Xbox Feedback and work with our publishing partners to grow out library of Xbox One Backward Compatibility titles and will work to include more multi-disc games."
Microsoft Discontinues Support for Project Spark
Microsoft and Team Dakota have ceased support for Project Spark.
In a post on the game's official site, community manager Thomas Gratz announced that effective today, May 13, Microsoft's creation-centric platform is no longer available for download via the Xbox Marketplace or Windows Store. Online services will no longer be available for existing users after August 12, at which point players won't be able to upload or download any user-created content.
"This was an extremely difficult decision for our team that we do not take lightly," Gratz said. "When Project Spark transitioned away from active development last fall, many of our team members moved to other projects within Microsoft Studios."
The New Kojima Productions Logo Has A Secret
UPDATE 2 (5/17): Kojima has revealed a a photo of the Kojima Productions mascot, now referring to the character as Ludens. Kojima posted the photo on Twitter:
In follow-up tweets, Kojima added that Ludens is wearing "the extra-vehicular activity(EVA) creative suit" and said that Kojima Productions will "deliver THE NEW PLAY in THE NEW FUTURE with the cutting-edge equipment, technology, & the frontier spirit."
Thor: Ragnarok: Why Natalie Portman Isn’t Returning
Following reports that Natalie Portman won't appear in Thor: Ragnarok—with Tessa Thompson starring as the film's female lead—Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige has come forward to confirm the actress is sitting this one out and shed some light as to why.
When asked by The Empire Film Podcast (via Heroic Hollywood) why Portman isn't involved in Ragnarok, Feige said there are "many reasons," including several that are made evident when watching the film. "There are only a couple of scenes on Earth in this movie," he added, noting "80 to 90 percent takes place in the cosmos."
Another Human Torch Joins the MCU
Michael B. Jordan—who played the Human Torch in Fox's Fantastic Four reboot—has reportedly been cast in Marvel's Black Panther.
Jordan and director Ryan Coogler are no strangers; the duo worked together on Creed and Fruitvale Station. It's not immediately clear who Jordan will play in the film, though a source at The Hollywood Reporter mentioned he could play a villain. Marvel had no comment on the role.
Michael B. Jordan
Star Wars: John Boyega Downplays Finn-Rey Romance
John Boyega has shed light on the future of Finn's relationship with Daisy Ridley's Rey, downplaying the possibility of a developing romance between the two in Star Wars: Episode VIII.
"I mean, we didn’t establish a romance in seven; we never played it that way," the Finn actor told Variety, adding, "Daisy and I, we’re friends."
When asked directly if there's no romantic relationship between the two characters, Boyega replied, "Yes, Finn and Rey – they’re just friends," noting that "Finn is a Stormtrooper, so he doesn’t really know what’s going on."
12 Monkeys Sneak Peek: Cassie Has Another Mission in the Past
12 Monkeys has proven to be a true science fiction standout, offering a ton of clever twists and thought provoking and cool time travel plotlines since its debut last year. Season 2 had expanded upon what was built in a big way and
IGN has an exclusive clip and image for you from the next episode of the Syfy series, airing Monday, as Cassie (Amanda Schull) prepares to go back in time on a new mission.
In "Bodies of Water", Cassie travels from the future back to 2016, in order to enlist the help of the present day -- well, present day for us viewers -- Jennifer Goines (Emily Hampshire). Someone who she hasn't exactly been the best of friends with in the past... or is it future?
Fantastic Four Producer Wants to Make ‘Brighter’ Sequel
While 20th Century Fox's Fantastic Four film was both a critical and commercial flop when it debuted last year, producer Simon Kinberg says a sequel is still possible and he'd like to bring back the same cast.
"We want to make another Fantastic Four movie," Kinberg told Den of Geek when asked about a potential sequel at the X-Men: Apocalypse junket. "We love that cast—I mean if I were to say to you now Michael B. Jordan and Miles Teller, and Kate
New Direction and Murderous Speedster Coming to The Flash
With DC's line-wide "Rebirth" relaunch fast approaching, we caught up with Joshua Williamson, new writer of The Flash, to hear what he's got planned for the Scarlet Speedster with artists Carmine Di Giandomenico and Neil Googe.
Art by Karl Kerschl
Before the Flash series proper kicks off, there will be two comics to look out for. First is DC Universe: Rebirth #1 (out May 25), which will set the stage for the relaunch by killing off a character, bringing someone back, and revealing the DCU's greatest secret, and then there's The Flash: Rebirth #1 (out June 8), which will pick up on what happened in that book and give readers a taste of what's to come for the main series (which starts June 22).
Godzilla 2 Loses Director Gareth Edwards
Warner Bros. and Legendary need to find a new director for Godzilla 2, as Gareth Edwards has left the project.
According to Deadline, the Edwards' departure was "amicable," as the director behind the 2014 Godzilla reboot has a few small-scale projects of his own that he'd like to pursue after helming Disney's highly anticipated Star Wars film Rogue One.
News of Edwards' exit comes shortly after Warner Bros.' announcement of a nine-month delay for its upcoming monster movie. Instead of going up against Transformers 6 in June 2018, Godzilla 2 will now open in theaters on March 22, 2019.