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Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Netflix.- Netflix, Paramount, Sony and others are reportedly in talks to buy LetterboxdNetflix, Paramount, and Sony are reportedly in talks to acquire Letterboxd, the social network for film enthusiasts. The platform is said to be seeking new ownership.
Xbox needs to make a choice, says former PlayStation leader Shawn Layden: be a publisher or a platform, but you can't be bothFormer PlayStation leader Shawn Layden argues that Xbox must choose between being a major game publisher or a platform holder, stating it cannot effectively be both. He highlights the need for exclusive content to support a platform, contrasting it with the multiplatform approach required for a top publisher, a dilemma exacerbated by recent Xbox layoffs and strategic shifts.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – July 2026 round-upThis July 2026 round-up highlights new mobile games available on iOS and Android, featuring titles like the Advance Wars-inspired Crownlings: Heroes & Conquests, the puzzle game Sky Lobby, and Netflix's Tomb Of The Mask. The article also reviews Mini Murder Mysteries, Rift Wars: Merge Arena, Quack Quack Attack, and Zomline Survival, offering scores and brief descriptions for each.
Delicious in Dungeon season 2 release plans help set up 2027 to be one of anime's best years everNetflix has announced that Delicious in Dungeon season 2 is set to premiere in October 2027. This release window, revealed by Studio Trigger at Anime Expo, positions 2027 as a significant year for anime, with other anticipated series like Blue Eye Samurai season 2, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3, Chainsaw Man season 2, Jujutsu Kaisen season 4, and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle also expected that year.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners writer says if season 1 was a Michael Bay film, season 2 is a Martin Scorsese drama where we…Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 writer Bartosz Sztybor described the upcoming season as a Martin Scorsese-style drama, contrasting with the first season's Michael Bay-esque action. He also cautioned fans against becoming too attached to new characters, hinting at potential character deaths. The second season is set to premiere on Netflix this fall.
Steel Ball Run returns to Netflix this September, but a leak suggests the JoJo's anime won't end until 2028Netflix has announced that JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will premiere with weekly episodes starting September 25, with the first two stages comprising 11 episodes until December. This release plan aligns with a leak suggesting the anime's conclusion is not expected until 2028, with further episodes potentially arriving in June 2027, October 2027, and May 2028.
Bahnhof avslöjar internetoperatörers censur-överenskommelseSwedish internet provider Bahnhof has revealed an industry agreement among several operators to collaborate on new legislation for easier website blocking, following court orders to block content related to Premier League and major film studios. Bahnhof has refused to sign this agreement and is publicly sharing the court rulings and the industry accord, while informing its customers about the blocked sites.
Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown auditioned to play X-23 in Marvel's Wolverine spin-off movie LoganMillie Bobby Brown revealed she auditioned for the role of X-23 in the Marvel film Logan at age 11 or 12, screen-testing with Hugh Jackman. The role ultimately went to Dafne Keen, who later reprised it in Deadpool and Wolverine. Brown can currently be seen in Enola Holmes 3 on Netflix.
Another giant US company is looking to expand into gaming claims reportNBCUniversal, the company behind Universal Pictures and the streaming service Peacock, is reportedly considering expanding into the video game business. This potential move comes as the company is preparing for a spin-off from Comcast. While no specific plans have been revealed, NBCUniversal is assessing various growth opportunities, with gaming being one of them.
'A wild testament to the obscene bloat and waste of GenAI': Google's electricity consumption is…Data analyst Kentan Joshi's analysis of Google's environmental report reveals a significant surge in the company's electricity consumption, jumping from 31 TWh in 2024 to 43 TWh in 2025. This exponential growth is attributed to the increasing demands of Generative AI infrastructure, leading to a nearly 50% increase in greenhouse gas emissions over the last five years, despite renewable energy procurement efforts. Joshi criticizes Google's AI buildout strategy, suggesting it may be accelerating faster than the grid can decarbonize and questioning the overall worth of such expansion given planetary limits.
The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender movie is seemingly getting shadow dropped last minute after full movie leakThe live-action movie 'The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender' may receive a surprise release on July 25th, potentially coinciding with SDCC, despite its original October 9th date. This follows a significant leak of the full movie earlier this year. The article also briefly mentions the Netflix live-action series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and its recent season 2 viewership drop.
Netflix has finally figured out how to get viewers off their phones with its newest horror game, but it doesn't…Netflix's horror game Unhinged, directed by Zach Cregger and David Fincher, utilizes a player's phone as the primary controller and in-game device. While this offers immersion, the article notes it can be temperamental and frustrating, especially with constant notifications. Despite these issues and its short 30-minute runtime, the game is praised for its creepy atmosphere, strong acting performances from Zoë Kravitz, Sadie Sink, and Troy Baker, making it a worthwhile experience for Netflix subscribers.
Following divisive reviews, Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 is suffering a 59% drop in ratings from season 1Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 has seen a 59% drop in viewership compared to its first season, garnering 8.7 million views in its first four days versus season 1's 21.2 million. Despite a slight improvement in critical scores on Rotten Tomatoes, the series faces challenges in adapting its source material, though a third and final season has already been filmed.
Netflix is Adapting a Live-Action Persona Series Per ReportNetflix is developing a live-action series based on the Persona franchise, with Christopher Monfette attached as writer and showrunner. The project is being executive produced by 21 Laps and SEGA's Toru Nakahara, though details about which Persona game it will adapt remain scarce.
Evening Reading - July 30, 2026This article rounds up various gaming news items from July 30, 2026. Highlights include a live-action Persona adaptation for Netflix, a fall 2026 release window for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2, and SECI Interactive warning of staffing decisions after Microsoft pulled out of publishing Project Fantasy. It also touches on esports events like EVO 2026 for 2XKO and mentions updates for games like Battlefield 6 and Turok: Origin.- AI Yi-Yi!The article touches on two separate AI-related news items: the Trump administration lifting export controls on Anthropic's AI models, and Netflix recreating Gene Wilder's voice using AI for a project. These developments highlight ongoing discussions and applications of artificial intelligence in technology and media.
- Netflix used AI to put Gene Wilder's voice into a new reality showNetflix has reportedly used artificial intelligence to replicate the voice of the late Gene Wilder for a new reality show. The use of AI for voice cloning in media is becoming an increasingly debated topic.
One Piece season 3 celebrates end of production with cast photo featuring new series regular ViviNetflix's live-action One Piece season 3 has officially wrapped production, with a new cast photo released featuring the main Straw Hat crew and new series regular Vivi. The upcoming season will adapt the Alabasta arc and is expected to premiere around Spring 2027. Several new cast members have been promoted to series regulars, including Joe Manganiello as Sir Crocodile.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 fan has a compelling theory that points to an early bloodbathA fan theory suggests that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 might feature an early 'bloodbath' similar to the first act of Cyberpunk 2077, potentially killing off the initially introduced characters. This theory posits that the true main cast is hidden in plain sight on the show's first poster. While some agree with the brutal nature of Night City, others doubt the early demise of the new quartet due to available footage.
Persona live-action show in the works at Netflix, and the Joker fan-casting has already begunNetflix is developing a live-action series based on the Persona RPG franchise, with Christopher Monfette attached to write and Shawn Levy producing. While details are scarce, the adaptation is expected to draw heavily from the popular Persona 5. Fans have already begun speculating about casting, with Tom Holland being a popular fan choice for the role of Joker.