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Guardians of the Galaxy's Dave Bautista could take over Kratos role in God of War live-action show, report claims
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to replace Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Amazon's God of War live-action series due to Hurst's injury. Casting calls have also gone out for teenage Atreus and Thrud, suggesting future storylines. Production is expected to resume in October.
Wrong GoW, Right Role: Dave Bautista Reportedly Set To Play Kratos In God Of War Series
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to replace Ryan Hurst as Kratos in Amazon's God of War television series following Hurst's injury. Bautista, previously linked to a Marcus Fenix role in a Gears of War adaptation, is considered a strong candidate for the physically demanding role. The series may also recast Atreus with an older actor for its second season, which is expected to adapt God of War Ragnarok.
Bond producer says it's a "good bet" the next 007 will be cast by the end of the year
The next actor to portray James Bond could be announced by the end of the year, according to series co-producer Amy Pascal. The casting process is being conducted methodically, with auditions having taken place over the summer. While Denis Villeneuve is set to direct the next installment, it may still be several years before the film is released due to Villeneuve's commitments to Dune: Part 3.
Despite 4 years of development hell, Henry Cavill confirms he's still starring in Amazon's Warhammer 40K show
Henry Cavill has confirmed his continued involvement in Amazon's live-action Warhammer 40,000 series for Prime Video, with Mike Flanagan attached as writer. Cavill is also working closely with producer Natalie Viscuso and series lead Dave Wilson on a separate Deathwatch animated series, suggesting potential connections between the projects. News of these developments aligns with recent announcements from Games Workshop CEO Kevin Rountree regarding the franchise's expansion.
Rykte: Dave Bautista kan knipa rollen som Kratos i Amazons God of War-serie
Dave Bautista is reportedly in negotiations with Amazon to play Kratos in the upcoming God of War television series, following an injury to the previous actor. The series is expected to resume filming this fall. Additionally, new actors will be sought for Atreus and Thrúd in the second season, suggesting a focus on the events of Ragnarök.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to portray Kratos in Amazon's upcoming God of War television series. The adaptation aims to bring the popular video game franchise to a new medium.
God of War Live-Action Adaptation Might Star Dave Bautista as Kratos – Rumor
A new report suggests Dave Bautista is being considered by Amazon and Sony to play Kratos in the God of War live-action series, potentially resuming production in Fall. The role was previously held by Ryan Hurst, who suffered an injury. The series is expected to adapt the stories of God of War (2018) and God of War Ragnarök.
Henry Cavill confirms he'll star in the live action Warhammer 40K series written by Mike Flanagan, but his character 'shall remain a secret for now'
Henry Cavill has confirmed he will star in the upcoming live-action Warhammer 40,000 television series for Amazon, which is being written by Mike Flanagan. Cavill, who is also producing the series, stated that his character will remain a secret for now. Flanagan is working with Cavill and Games Workshop to develop the show.
Dave Bautista reportedly 'in talks' to take over the role of Kratos in Amazon's God of War series
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to take over the role of Kratos in Amazon's upcoming God of War television series. Bautista would replace Ryan Hurst, who had to exit the role due to an injury sustained during filming. Bautista was also previously rumored to be interested in playing Marcus Fenix in Netflix's Gears of War film.
Amazon is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated show
Amazon is developing an animated series based on the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Actor Henry Cavill is reportedly involved in the project.
Guardians of the Galaxy star Dave Bautista reportedly in talks to play Kratos in the God of War Prime Video series…
Dave Bautista is reportedly in talks to play Kratos in Amazon's God of War television series, replacing Ryan Hurst who departed the production. The series, adapting the 2018 God of War and its sequel, has also seen recasting for the role of Atreus for a potential second season. Several other cast members have been confirmed, but a release date has not yet been announced.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Xbox will continue to support Steam while also strengthening its PC ecosystem through the Xbox App and Battle.net integration. Separately, Amazon is developing a 'Warhammer 40,000' animated series.
Henry Cavill is producing a Warhammer 40K animated show at Amazon
Amazon's Prime Video is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated series, with Henry Cavill attached as a producer. The show will expand on the Warhammer 40,000 episode from Amazon's anthology series Secret Level. Dave Wilson, director of the original episode, is co-creating the animated series with John Orloff, and Cavill will executive produce alongside Tim Miller.
AI Yi-Yi!
The article discusses the increasing risk associated with the U.S. economy, referencing comments from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. It also touches upon the falling stock value of Reddit and questions surrounding its CEO's perspective on the company's worth.
No Console Needed: Amazon Hands Out a Free Batman Detective Game
Amazon is offering a free Batman detective game, Batman: Caped Crusader Chronicles, playable on smartphones via its cloud streaming platform, Amazon Luna. The game features 11 episodic cases and detective-themed minigames for up to three friends, requiring only an Amazon Prime membership. This release coincides with the second season of Amazon's animated Batman series and is part of Amazon's effort to increase discoverability of its Luna GameNight lineup.
Facepunch director Alistair McFarlane, who once offered to buy New World from Amazon and faked us out about Rust 2, has…
Alistair McFarlane, director and chief operating officer of Facepunch Studios, has departed the company after an 11-year tenure. McFarlane, who was often the public face of the studio and executive producer on Rust, stated July 30th was his last day. He expressed pride in the team's achievements and the game's enduring success, attributing it to the community and consistent monthly updates. McFarlane previously made headlines for offering to buy Amazon's New World and for fueling Rust 2 rumors.
Business and Finance
Amazon will issue refunds to shoppers as part of a tariff settlement, while CORSAIR has announced a deepening of its strategic relationships. The article also mentions evidence submitted by Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to Lisa Nandy regarding a merger.
Xbox is (probably) not for sale | Opinion
Despite recent financial struggles and layoffs, Microsoft is unlikely to sell or spin off its Xbox division. The article argues that the financial impact of Xbox on Microsoft's overall business is minimal, making it not a significant drag. Furthermore, finding a suitable buyer with the necessary capital and without regulatory issues is highly improbable, suggesting Xbox will remain part of Microsoft in the foreseeable future.
Amazon's Zoox is the first steering wheel-free robotaxi to get regulatory approval for paid rides
Amazon's autonomous vehicle company Zoox has received regulatory approval from the NHTSA to charge passengers for rides. This marks the first time an autonomous vehicle without manual driving controls has been granted permission for paid services.
Amazon (AMZN) reports $42.2 billion in Q2 2026 AWS revenue
Amazon Web Services (AWS) reported its fastest growth in 18 quarters, with revenue reaching $42.2 billion in Q2 2026. This growth was significantly boosted by increased interest in artificial intelligence, with Amazon CEO Andy Jassy noting that the company's AI and Chips businesses each exceeded run rates of $25 billion.
