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Mortal Kombat, Batman, And Harry Potter Games Are One Step Closer To Being Owned By Paramount
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have voted to approve Paramount's $111 billion deal to acquire the company, which would bring franchises like Mortal Kombat, Batman, and Harry Potter under Paramount's ownership. While the acquisition is moving forward, investors rejected compensation packages for executives like CEO David Zaslav. The deal still faces regulatory hurdles.
Mortal Kombat 2 will embrace the more "outrageous" side of the fighting franchise: "It's a…
Director Simon McQuoid stated that Mortal Kombat 2 will embrace the more "outrageous" and "crazy" aspects of the fighting game franchise, aiming to push unique elements to the forefront. He hopes to achieve a deeper audience connection with the characters than in the previous film.
The Street Fighter movie trailer is here, and it looks like fun but good luck spotting Jason Momoa in it
The first trailer for the upcoming Street Fighter movie has been released, showcasing a plot centered around the 1993 World Warrior Tournament and a deadly conspiracy. While characters like Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, Zangief, and M. Bison are featured, Jason Momoa's portrayal of Blanka is only briefly glimpsed. The film, which aims to embrace its video game roots with action-packed sequences, is set to release on October 16.
The Street Fighter Movie Somehow Looks Both Terrible And Amazing
Paramount Pictures has released a new trailer for its upcoming Street Fighter movie, directed by Kitao Sakurai. While the trailer has drawn mixed reactions, it showcases characters like M. Bison, Blanka, Cammy, and Akuma, and features action sequences that appear to capture the spirit of the game series. The film is set to be released on October 16, 2026.
Gaming’s Violence Debate Hits Critical Mass as Players Question Bloodier Games
A viral Reddit comment sparked a debate about the increasing violence in video games, questioning if modern titles have become excessively gory. The discussion highlights how advancements in technology like ray tracing and VR enhance the visceral impact of in-game violence, prompting comparisons to classic media debates and raising ethical questions about mature storytelling and player experience.
Amazon's 3 For $33 Deal Makes 4K Blu-Rays A Bargain Again
Amazon is offering a deal where customers can purchase three 4K Blu-ray movies for $33, with individual discs costing $11. The sale includes a variety of classic and modern films, with many also containing standard Blu-ray versions and digital codes. This promotion aims to make building a physical movie collection more affordable.
From killer monkeys to minigun babies, the funniest cheat codes in gaming, ever
This article discusses some of the funniest and most memorable cheat codes in gaming history, ranging from the chaotic angry pedestrian mode in Grand Theft Auto to explosive secrets in Tomb Raider 2. It also highlights unique cheat codes in Age of Empires, Turok, Sonic 3D Blast, Mortal Kombat, and Star Wars Jedi Knight 2, reminiscing about a golden age of harmless and humorous in-game modifications.
Sinopsis Mortal Kombat, Bioskop Trans TV 11 April 2026
The 2021 film Mortal Kombat, based on the popular 1990s video game, will be broadcast on Trans TV on April 11, 2026. The movie follows MMA fighter Cole Young, who discovers he is part of a lineage tied to the Mortal Kombat tournament and must defend Earthrealm alongside other warriors like Liu Kang and Kano against threats such as Sub-Zero.
World Championship Wrestling once spent millions on a gimmick ripping off Mortal Kombat’s Sub-Zero, before Midway threatened to sue and WCW immediately gave up: 'We were gonna lose big, like real big'
World Championship Wrestling (WCW) spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on a wrestler named Glacier, whose gimmick heavily borrowed from Mortal Kombat's Sub-Zero. Midway, the publisher of Mortal Kombat, threatened a lawsuit, leading WCW to quickly alter the character's appearance and entrance. Despite the significant investment and the legal threat, the Glacier gimmick ultimately failed to gain traction and was eventually abandoned.
Video: Mortal Kombat II's New Movie Trailer Features A Very Special Kameo
A new trailer for Mortal Kombat II has been released, featuring a cameo from Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon alongside Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. The film is set to premiere on May 8, 2026. In related news, NetherRealm Studios announced that Mortal Kombat 1 has sold over eight million units worldwide.
Mortal Kombat 2’s Latest Trailer Showcases Side-Scrolling Fights, Confirms Noob Saibot is Sub-Zero
The latest trailer for Mortal Kombat 2, set to release on May 8th, showcases side-scrolling fight sequences and confirms Noob Saibot is a transformed Sub-Zero. The film continues the story from the 2021 reboot and features a cast including Karl Urban as Johnny Cage. Meanwhile, the video game franchise's latest entry, Mortal Kombat 1, has sold 8 million copies.
New Mortal Kombat 2 trailer goes full side-scroller with actual levels from the game and confirms Sub-Zero's…
A new trailer for the Mortal Kombat 2 movie has been released, coinciding with tickets going on sale. The trailer showcases side-scrolling levels, ninja fights, fatalities, and confirms the return of Sub-Zero as Noob Saibot. The film is set to release in theaters on May 8.
'Everybody should play every fighting game' says Invincible VS director: 'They're just fun'
Dave Hall, director of the upcoming fighting game Invincible VS, believes all fighting games are fun and accessible, encouraging players to try them. He discussed his passion for the genre, stemming from his work on Killer Instinct and his desire to create an approachable tag-team fighter that captures the spirit of the Invincible IP. Hall emphasized the importance of community feedback in the development process, stating that success for the game means delivering a 'badass game' that fans will enjoy.
Explore Mortal Kombat's Many Big-Screen Adaptations With These Blu-Ray Deals
This guide explores the various film and TV adaptations of the Mortal Kombat franchise, highlighting available Blu-ray and DVD deals. It covers everything from the 1995 movie and its sequel to animated features like Mortal Kombat Legends and live-action series such as Mortal Kombat: Legacy.
Multiple Kindle Models Are Steeply Discounted At Woot Today
Woot, an Amazon-owned company, is offering significant discounts on various Kindle models, including the Kindle Scribe and the 11th Gen Kindle. An additional 25% off can be applied with a specific code at checkout, though stock is limited and the sale ends April 11. Prime members receive free shipping within the continental US.
Musical Bullet Hell Challenge Just Shapes & Beats Scores Switch Physical Edition, Launching July 31 via Fangamer
Berzerk Studio and Fangamer are releasing a physical edition of the musical bullet hell game Just Shapes & Beats for the Nintendo Switch on July 31 for $34.99. The physical version includes a poster and sticker sheet. The game features over 50 songs and multiple game modes, including co-op for up to four players.
"You lost $40 million": Dev had Mortal Kombat rights yanked away because he went on a family vacation when the publisher believed he "should have been" chained to the studio
Software Creations co-founder Richard Kay discusses how the company lost the rights to develop Mortal Kombat for home consoles. This decision was reportedly made by Acclaim's chairman due to Kay taking a vacation during a critical development period for another game, leading to an estimated $40 million loss in royalties.
Invincible VS Interview – Dave Hall Talks Mechanics, FGC and Brutality!
Dave Hall, Game Director at Quarter Up, discusses the inspirations behind the upcoming 3v3 fighter Invincible VS, drawing from the Invincible IP and their past experience as Killer Instinct developers. He highlights mechanics inspired by Mortal Kombat and Marvel vs. Capcom, the unique character design of Dupli-Kate, and the importance of community feedback from the FGC. Invincible VS is set to release on April 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with an open beta planned from April 9 to April 11.
Mortal Kombat, Hogwarts Legacy, and more could be under threat, experts say, as part of $6 billion in cuts following…
Paramount Skydance is reportedly preparing to acquire Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $110 billion, which includes Warner Bros. Games. Experts suggest that significant cost-cutting measures, potentially around $6 billion, could impact the video game division, jeopardizing franchises like Mortal Kombat and Hogwarts Legacy. The future of the studio and its creative output is uncertain amidst these large-scale industry shifts.
The Movie That Inspired Mortal Kombat's Testicular Destruction Is Getting An A24 Remake
A remake of the 1988 film Bloodsport, which inspired Mortal Kombat's iconic testicular destruction move, is in development with A24 Films. Michaela Coel is set to write and direct the new version. Jean-Claude Van Damme, star of the original, recently appeared as a skin for Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 1.
