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Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm Doctor Doom is collecting more MCU heroes than just Hulk, and it may have answered…
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo have confirmed that Doctor Doom's interest extends beyond Bruce Banner, suggesting he is collecting more Marvel heroes for Avengers: Doomsday. Speculation includes the kidnapping of Tom Holland's Spider-Man, with fans also theorizing about the fate of Steve Rogers.
Marvel fans are crashing out over Avengers: Doomsday's early release plans: "We're going to have the…
Marvel fans are expressing significant concern over the staggered release of Avengers: Doomsday, with early screenings in the UK and other territories starting on December 16, two days before its US release on December 18. This has led to widespread worry about spoilers and leaks appearing online before North American audiences can see the film.
X-Men star Alan Cumming continues to be brutally honest about Avengers: Doomsday, admits "I don't fully…
X-Men actor Alan Cumming, reprising his role as Nightcrawler in the upcoming Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, admitted he doesn't fully understand the plot. He shared anecdotes about filming scenes, including an interaction with Florence Pugh's character, Yelena Belova, and a fight scene involving Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards.
The Resident Evil Movie Wasn’t The Main Force Behind RE Games’ Recent Sales Boost
Recent sales boosts for Resident Evil games were primarily driven by discounts offered before the release of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, rather than the film's box office performance. While the movie saw a modest bump in game sales, pre-release discounts on titles like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 on PlayStation 5 had a more significant impact. Analysts suggest that future releases like Resident Evil Veronica could benefit from better transmedia integration.
Xbox is in the midst of a "reverse acquisition," analyst says, with Activision "best equipped to run the…
An industry analyst describes Microsoft's recent restructuring of Xbox Game Studios as a 'reverse acquisition,' suggesting that Activision Blizzard, acquired for $69 billion, is now better equipped to manage Microsoft's own studios. This shift involves significant layoffs and the merging of several studios, including placing the Halo franchise under Activision Blizzard's purview.
Spider-Man filmmaker will direct first movie of new Star Wars trilogy in the Skywalker Saga, and it might be replacing…
Jon Watts, known for directing the MCU Spider-Man films, will direct the first movie of a new Star Wars trilogy continuing the Skywalker Saga. Penned by Simon Kinberg, the project is reportedly further along in development than the previously announced Rey-centric movie, which has faced numerous delays and may be canceled.
Avengers Doomsday co-director responds to fan theory that Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark and Victor Von Doom are…
Avengers: Doomsday co-director Anthony Russo addressed fan theories suggesting a connection between Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Victor Von Doom and his previous role as Tony Stark. Russo confirmed Robert Downey Jr. is fully committed to the role of Victor Von Doom and hinted at a deliberate connection, leaving further details for the theatrical release.
Anthony Russo says they haven't announced the full Avengers: Doomsday cast yet, and he gets confused about who has…
Co-director Anthony Russo stated that the full cast for Avengers: Doomsday has not yet been announced and admitted to getting confused about who has been revealed. He and his brother Joe Russo are still actively involved in the film's production. The article lists several confirmed cast members and speculates on potential appearances by characters like Wolverine and Spider-Man.
The 5 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Apple TV, and more (September 25-27)
This week's streaming recommendations highlight new movies and shows available from September 25-27. Highlights include "Toy Story 5" on Disney+, the mockumentary comedy "Brothers" on Apple TV+, the rom-com "The Love Hypothesis" on Prime Video, Sharon Horgan's new dating series "Youth" on HBO Max, and the true crime film "Unabomber" on Netflix.
The Avengers: Endgame Encore footage has me convinced that Victor Von Doom is a Tony Stark variant
New footage from the Avengers: Endgame Encore re-release, featuring Doctor Doom forging his mask alongside a sound effect referencing Tony Stark's original Iron Man suit, has fueled fan theories. Many now believe Victor Von Doom is a variant of Tony Stark, a concept supported by the MCU's exploration of the multiverse and collapsing timelines.
Robert Downey Jr. says he returned to the MCU to "redefine the genre of superhero movies"
Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Victor Von Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, aiming to "redefine the genre of superhero movies." He cited the challenge and the opportunity to excite audiences as reasons for his return. This comes as the MCU faces superhero fatigue, with hopes that Doomsday will be a turning point.
My first MMO character #2: Joshua Wolens
Joshua Wolens recounts his first MMORPG character, Karokan, a half-elf in EverQuest created in 1999. Despite being terrified of getting lost, he spent his early in-game days fighting orcs and rats just outside the city gates, finding happiness in a simple, safe existence.
My first MMO character #1: Harvey Randall
Harvey Randall recounts his first MMO character, Leetman, a Human Rogue in World of Warcraft, created around 2004-2006. Despite being a novice player, he managed to afford a mount, a significant achievement at the time. He later transitioned to an Earthborn troll shaman in The Burning Crusade expansion.
George Lucas says he "redid" his Star Wars movies because they weren't finished: "They're simply yanked out of your hands and put in the theaters"
George Lucas stated that he redid the original Star Wars trilogy because he felt they were not finished upon their initial release. He explained that filmmakers often have to release movies before they are truly complete due to deadlines, but he later went back to make his desired edits. This practice, particularly the changes to the 'Han shot first' scene and the addition of 'Maclunkey!', has been controversial among fans.
A tribute to PC Gamer's first MMO characters—may they never be forgotten
Several PC Gamer writers share nostalgic memories of their first characters in Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games, primarily from the mid-2000s. Games like World of Warcraft, RuneScape, and EverQuest feature prominently as writers recall their early gaming experiences and character creations.
"How does he keep doing it": Fan makes incredible Lego Pokemon out of the most unlikely sets
Fan creator Minute_Food_2881 has gained recognition for building Pokemon characters, including Slowpoke, using only parts from unlikely Lego sets like the Toy Story Lotso Huggin' Bear. This follows previous impressive builds, such as turning a Lego pumpkin into the Millennium Falcon and using a dolphin kit to create Articuno.
Disney's Dreamlight Valley Switch 2 Cozy Edition is up for pre-order, but it's cheaper to stick with the magic…
The new Disney Dreamlight Valley Cozy Edition for Nintendo Switch is a re-release of the previous version with a higher price tag and only a download code. The article advises against purchasing it, recommending the original Cozy Edition and a free Switch 2 upgrade instead to save money and potentially put towards upcoming DLC.
A Star Wars fan might have figured out a way the Emperor's return in The Rise of Skywalker makes total sense with…
A Star Wars fan has proposed a theory suggesting Emperor Palpatine's return in The Rise of Skywalker was planned since Return of the Jedi, with his death on the Death Star being a deliberate move to be resurrected on Exegol. While some fans find this interpretation plausible, others argue it overlooks Palpatine's overconfidence and the narrative inconsistencies introduced by his revival.
George Lucas says deciding to retire was a "big deal" because he still had "3 more Star Wars [movies] to…
George Lucas discussed his decision to retire from filmmaking at age 82 to focus on the recently opened Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. He stated that retiring was a significant choice as he still had plans for three more Star Wars movies, but felt he was running out of time and wanted to dedicate himself to the museum and developing digital technology.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 celebrated the past, and an uncertain AI future | Opinion
Tokyo Game Show 2026 focused heavily on remakes and existing intellectual property, with a less prominent presence of free-to-play and mobile titles compared to previous years. The event also highlighted the growing influence and controversy surrounding generative AI in game development, alongside a burgeoning trend of transmedia strategies and indie publisher investments.
