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Netflix in August: franchise overload, two new horrors, and a nine-year-old movie about a corpse
Netflix's August lineup features a heavy emphasis on franchises like Fast and Furious and Child's Play, alongside critically acclaimed films such as The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Eighth Grade, and Swiss Army Man. The month also introduces two new horror originals, The Last House and The Whisper Man, and an adult animated series from Ricky Gervais.
Out of the Blue
The author discusses their intention to see the movie Supergirl with a friend, but acknowledges it may not happen due to mixed reviews and other movie releases like Spider-Man. They also mention not having seen The Odyssey yet.
Tom Holland Reveals His Favorite Video Game And Why He Cannot Play Fortnite
Actor Tom Holland revealed his favorite video game is The Last of Us: Part II, stating he loves the game so much he hasn't watched the HBO adaptation. He also discussed his struggles with Fortnite, finding it too difficult to play effectively due to skilled opponents and complex building mechanics.
Tom Holland admits there was a plan to merge his Spider-Man with Sony's Spider-Man Universe
Tom Holland revealed that Sony had plans to merge its Spider-Man universe with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the right opportunity never arose. Despite rumors of crossovers, Holland stated there were no internal conflicts regarding his appearances. Sony's universe includes films like Venom and Morbius, while Holland's Spider-Man has been successful within the MCU.
"Our bosses would have stopped us," if PS2's Spider-Man was made today, says director: "There were several months of us telling our bosses 'Don't look at it yet! Don't look at it yet!'"
Former Treyarch developers Jamie Fristrom and Tomo Moriwaki discuss the challenging development of the original Spider-Man and the groundbreaking innovations in Spider-Man 2. They highlight how the team pushed boundaries with fluid web-swinging mechanics and open-world design, facing internal resistance and tight deadlines, which they believe would be impossible with today's industry standards and publisher oversight.
Tom Holland says Marvel already have a plan for him passing the baton as Spider-Man: "It's laid out"
Tom Holland, star of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, has revealed that a plan is in place for his eventual exit as the character, with discussions ongoing since Spider-Man: No Way Home. Producer Amy Pascal expressed hopes for a new trilogy, though the focus remains on individual film releases. Holland has indicated a desire to continue playing Spider-Man as long as possible.
Kevin Feige offers hope for Kingpin one day appearing in a Spider-Man movie, saying, "There are things to…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has indicated that Kingpin, portrayed by Vincent D’Onofrio, could potentially appear in a future Spider-Man movie. Feige clarified that studio rights are not a barrier to such a crossover, suggesting that discussions about integrating characters like Kingpin have occurred.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article touches on various gaming crossovers and collaborations, mentioning Mike Flanagan joining Henry Cavill's Amazon project related to Warhammer 40,000, a Fallout Nuka-Girl statue from Bethesda Gear Store, and an exclusive look at a new Spider-Man brand.
The 10 best Spider-Man comics of all time
This article ranks the 10 best Spider-Man comic book stories of all time, featuring classics and underrated gems. It highlights influential narratives such as 'The Master Planner Saga,' 'Kraven's Last Hunt,' and 'The Night Gwen Stacy Died,' exploring their impact on the character and the wider Marvel universe.
Blade and Magik lead as Marvel Tōkon's most popular characters during its beta
During the beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Blade and Magik emerged as the most popular characters, tied for the top spot, followed by Iron Man, Magneto, and Black Panther. Data from high-tier matches revealed Magik as the leading leader character, while Iron Man was the most used assist character. Despite some performance issues on PC and PlayStation Network outages, the beta provided insights into character preferences ahead of the full release.
Play Highly Anticipated PlayStation 5 Exclusive Action Game for Free
PlayStation 5 players can participate in a free open beta for the upcoming exclusive action game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Developed by Arc System Works and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the beta runs through Sunday, July 26, and features 16 playable characters, including Green Goblin, and a portion of the game's story mode.
A brief comic book history of Spider-Man and the X-Men's Jean Grey's awkward friendship
This article explores the history of the relationship between Marvel Comics characters Spider-Man and Jean Grey, detailing their various encounters across different comic book continuities. It highlights that while they have met multiple times, their interactions are often characterized by awkwardness rather than a strong bond, contrasting with the expectation of a significant pairing in upcoming Marvel projects.
Spider-Man's Tom Holland thinks superhero movies can learn from The Odyssey and "improve" by "being…
Tom Holland believes that superhero films, including his own Spider-Man movies, could benefit from adopting more practical filmmaking techniques inspired by 'The Odyssey'. He highlights Christopher Nolan's approach to on-set creativity and realism as a valuable lesson for improving audience belief in the on-screen action.
Legendary dad fixes their kid's dead RTX 3070 by ripping the capacitor out of an old radio and slapping it on the…
A father successfully repaired a broken GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card by salvaging a capacitor from an old radio, saving his child approximately $115. The repair also involved replacing thermal paste, resulting in improved performance and lower temperatures compared to before the fix.
Morning Mobilization
The market for premium mobile games is experiencing a resurgence, with releases increasing by 77% in 2025. This trend is highlighted by Samsung's recent promotion involving Spider-Man, which also served to confirm the existence of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide.
Magic: The Gathering head designer talks about the possibility of an X-Men set
Magic: The Gathering Head Designer Mark Rosewater discussed the possibility of an X-Men themed set, following previous Marvel collaborations. While characters like Wolverine, Storm, and Beast are already present in the Avengers set, Rosewater hinted that more Marvel sets are planned, leaving the door open for a dedicated X-Men release.
Marvel Super Heroes powers up Magic: The Gathering
Wizards of the Coast has launched the Marvel Super Heroes set for Magic: The Gathering, featuring characters like The Avengers and Fantastic Four. Despite initial community skepticism stemming from the previous Spider-Man set, early reception to Marvel Super Heroes appears positive, with potential for it to become a record-breaking release. The set includes both standard-legal cards and Commander preconstructed decks, catering to players and collectors alike.
Play Highly Anticipated PS5 Exclusive Action Game for Free Soon
Arc System Works and Sony Interactive Entertainment have announced a global open beta for the PlayStation 5 and PC exclusive fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The beta will run from July 24-26 and feature Blade as a playable character. The game is set to launch on August 6, 2026, with a full roster of Marvel characters revealed.
Sony Interactive Entertainment president and CEO hasn't given up on live-service games just yet
Despite numerous cancellations and underperforming titles, Sony Interactive Entertainment president Hideaki Nishino has reaffirmed the company's commitment to live-service games. Nishino stated that the genre is still relatively new and that Sony wants to continue taking on challenges within it, aiming to revitalize the market with both first-party and third-party content. Sony plans to release its own live-service title, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, this year.
The GAME-UK Exclusive Only On PlayStation Slipcases - The AmigaGuru Gamer Blog
This article discusses a limited-edition set of "Only On PlayStation" slipcases exclusively released in the UK through GAME stores for PlayStation 4 titles. The author praises the minimalist design and high quality of the slipcases, noting they slide over original game cases. While the front artwork is lauded, the back covers are criticized for their overly minimalist design lacking essential information.
