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"We are very eager to learn from the real veterans" – How Tencent's TiMi Studio Group collaborated with Capcom on Monster Hunter Outlanders
Bryan Li, development director at Tencent's TiMi Studio Group, discusses the creation of Monster Hunter Outlanders for mobile devices. The game aims to replicate the full Monster Hunter experience with adapted controls and new storylines, while Capcom provided guidance on core mechanics and lore. TiMi Studio Group leveraged its expertise in live service games for the post-launch roadmap.
New Hunger Games Movie Comes Out The Day After GTA 6, But Is The Director Scared?
The new Hunger Games movie, Sunrise on the Reaping, is set to release on November 20, the day after Grand Theft Auto 6's highly anticipated launch. Director Francis Lawrence expressed hope that audiences will find time for both, while industry analyst Mat Piscatella noted that many publishers are intentionally avoiding releasing games near GTA 6 due to fear of its impact.
CD Projekt Red says it "tries really hard not to say no" to ideas, but drew the line at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners…
CD Projekt Red representatives Bartosz Sztybor and Saya Elder discussed the creative process behind the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, highlighting how they worked with Studio Trigger to incorporate lore while drawing the line at ideas that would break established canon. They revealed that Studio Trigger frequently proposed destroying Night City and Arasaka, but the team aimed for a 'Yes, and' approach to ideas that fit within the game's universe.
Keanu Reeves is replacing Reacher star Alan Ritchson for Netflix action movie Maelstrom
Keanu Reeves has been cast in Netflix's upcoming action movie Maelstrom, replacing Alan Ritchson who recently departed the project. The film, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, follows a Federal Marshal protecting a woman in witness protection during a hurricane while fending off criminals. The project has been in development for decades and was revived by Netflix.
New KPop Demon Hunters choreography video reunites us with HUNTR/X after the events of the Netflix film, with more on…
Netflix has released a new choreography video for the song 'How It's Done' by the fictional K-Pop group HUNTR/X, set after the events of the KPop Demon Hunters film. The video showcases the full choreography, which was not featured in the movie. Additional videos for other songs are planned, and the sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is slated for a 2029 release with a theatrical debut.
BioShock movie director confirms they're "still working on it" but says its world and story is a…
Director Francis Lawrence stated that the BioShock movie adaptation is still in development at Netflix, though it faces challenges due to the game's complex world and recent leadership changes at the streaming service. While progress is being made, the project's future remains uncertain amidst these hurdles.
Netflix reportedly offered $500m to Microsoft to license Xbox IP for seven years
Netflix reportedly offered Microsoft $500 million over seven years for the rights to adapt Xbox intellectual property for film and television. Xbox executives, including Asha Sharma, allegedly declined the offer and counter-proposed $800 million. The deal appears to have been withdrawn following the departure of Netflix's former chief content officer, Bela Bajaria.
After Wednesday ends, Jenna Ortega will "probably be off the TV for a while"
Jenna Ortega, star of Netflix's hit series Wednesday, stated that she plans to take a break from television after the show concludes. Ortega, who has had a long career in TV since childhood, expressed a desire to explore new opportunities beyond the small screen.
With Minecraft and Diablo shows already on the way, Netflix reportedly offered Xbox $500m for a bigger film and TV deal
Netflix and Xbox reportedly failed to reach an agreement for a major film and TV adaptation deal, with Netflix offering $500 million and Xbox countering with $800 million. While this specific large-scale deal fell apart due to the price difference, both companies are still collaborating on other projects like animated series for Minecraft and Diablo, and a Gears of War film.
Xbox Wanted A Gargantuan Paycheck To Partner With Netflix On TV And Movies
Netflix reportedly offered Microsoft $500 million over seven years for exclusive film and TV rights to Xbox intellectual property, but Microsoft countered with a demand for $800 million. This led Netflix to withdraw its offer, though both companies state they value their partnership. Xbox is now pursuing smaller deals with multiple partners for its various game franchises.
The 5 best Halloween Horror movies to stream on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, and more (October 23-30)
This guide highlights five recent horror movies available to stream on platforms like HBO Max, Hulu, and Netflix for Halloween. The selections include 'Undertone,' 'Send Help,' 'Final Destination: Bloodlines,' 'Weapons,' and Guillermo Del Toro's 'Frankenstein,' focusing on titles readily accessible in both the US and UK.
Evening Reading - October 20, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including updates for Cyberpunk 2077 and EVE Online, a potential delay for Umamusume: Pretty Derby due to immigration policies, and the announcement of a new Deadlock update. It also touches on financial news for Tesla, SpaceX, and Netflix, and mentions the potential for a 2027 Xbox handheld.
Netflix (NFLX) Q3 2026 earnings results beat EPS expectations, revenue in-line with estimates
Netflix reported its Q3 2026 earnings, with revenue of $12.87 billion USD meeting expectations and earnings per share (EPS) at $0.87 beating analyst estimates. Despite the positive financial figures, the company's stock saw a decline of $1.16 per share. Netflix attributes potential viewership drops to subscriber price increases but plans to offset this with a focus on original content and strategic partnerships, including an extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6.
Netflix’s Push Into Gaming Continues To Fall Short
New data indicates Netflix's gaming initiatives are significantly underperforming, with only 3.5% of subscribers playing games monthly, falling short of their 2026 target. Despite efforts to increase engagement through tie-in and commissioned titles, and even hosting the Grand Theft Auto VI trailer, the company's gaming division has struggled to gain traction.
Cyberpunk 2077 getting a substantial update to coincide with Edgerunners' Netflix Season 2 release
CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will receive a free update on October 22nd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version to follow. This update will introduce new items and features inspired by the second season of the Netflix anime series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
No Netflix? No problem: the first episode of Cyberpunk Edgerunners season 2 will stream live for free on Twitch
The first episode of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 will premiere live and for free on CD Projekt Red's official Twitch channel on October 20 at midnight EST. While subsequent episodes will require a Netflix subscription, selected streamers will also co-stream the premiere, and viewers can win Twitch Chat Badges.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and Resident Evil prove that game worlds, not characters, make the best adaptations
Recent adaptations like Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and the Resident Evil movie demonstrate that focusing on game worlds rather than exact character retellings leads to greater success. By building new stories within established universes like Night City and Raccoon City, these projects retain the spirit of the source material while offering fresh narratives. This approach is proving more effective than direct rehashes, as seen with the critical failure of Silent Hill 2's film adaptation.
Hideo Kojima Returns To Night City For Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2
Hideo Kojima will make a cameo appearance as Hideyoshi Oshima in the upcoming second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, premiering on Netflix on October 20. The article also mentions Kojima's involvement in Cyberpunk 2077, his game Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and upcoming Xbox projects OD and Physint.
Hideo Kojima returns to Night City for a Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 cameo
Hideo Kojima will reprise his role as braindance director Hideyoshi Oshima in the upcoming second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, streaming on Netflix from October 20. Kojima, who previously made a cameo in Cyberpunk 2077, teased his involvement in multiple projects, including a major anime title.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is in "constant dialogue" with season 1, with one character inspired by a…
Creator Bartosz Sztybor has stated that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is in "constant dialogue" with the first season, despite featuring a new cast. The new season explores themes of fading glory with characters like Weak Kingsley, contrasting with the "zero to hero" narrative of season 1. While David Martinez is confirmed to be dead, his story's impact influences the direction of the new season.
