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Netflix's One Piece returns in 2027 for season 3, and it could wrap up one of the manga's best arcs
Netflix's live-action adaptation of One Piece will return in 2027 for its third season, focusing on the Alabasta Arc. Production for the season, which will include new cast members Xolo Maridueña as Portgas D. Ace and Cole Escola as Bon Clay, began in November. Co-showrunner Joe Tracz stated that the arc's complexity necessitated a two-season plan.
Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 unveils release date, Toph in action, and a perfect recreation of Ba Sing Se
Netflix has announced that Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 will premiere on June 25, 2026, featuring the introduction of Toph played by Miya Cech and a detailed recreation of Ba Sing Se. An animated Avatar Aang movie has also wrapped production and is set for a Paramount Plus release in October.
Mario Galaxy Movie star Jack Black would like to appear in a live-action Yakuza adaptation: "Sega, give me a jingle"
Actor Jack Black, who voices Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has expressed interest in appearing in a live-action adaptation of Sega's Yakuza series. Black, who also starred in the Minecraft movie, is eager for a role and has encouraged Sega to reach out. The Yakuza franchise has previously seen live-action adaptations, including a 2007 film and a recent Prime Video series.
Despite already being Bowser in the Super Mario movies, Jack Black wants to star in a live-action Yakuza adaptation:…
Actor Jack Black, known for his role as Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has expressed interest in starring in a live-action adaptation of the Yakuza video game series. He has previously lent his voice to characters in Minecraft and Borderlands adaptations.
Netflix reveals their Assassins Creed series cast, along with more details
Netflix has revealed the cast for its upcoming Assassin's Creed live-action series, with David Wiener and Roberto Patino serving as showrunners. The series, which begins in Rome in 64 AD, will tell an original story and has begun filming in Italy. While the full cast has been announced, character roles have yet to be detailed.
Yakuza Powered by Nihon Touitsu Live-Action Shared With English Subs
Sega has released all three episodes of the live-action Yakuza Powered by Nihon Touitsu series on YouTube with English subtitles. These episodes cover events from the original Yakuza and Yakuza Kiwami games. The adaptation, which first aired on Amazon Prime Video in Japan in February 2026, details major plot points including Kazuma Kiryu's imprisonment and subsequent involvement in the Tojo clan's affairs.
Netflix’s Assassin’s Creed is officially set in ancient Rome
Netflix's live-action Assassin's Creed series is officially set in ancient Rome in 64 AD, focusing on a conflict between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order. The series will tell an original story and has announced its full ensemble cast, with Roberto Patino and David Wiener serving as creators and executive producers. While no release date has been set, production is underway at Cinecittà Studios.
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Several gaming updates include Shenmue III's enhanced edition releasing on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring 4K textures and UI improvements. Nintendo's Switch 2 may introduce a 'Handheld Boost Mode' that enhances performance at the cost of battery life. Concerns are rising over AI's use in new The Wheel of Time projects, while Crimson Desert players are frustrated with its controls. Bungie confirmed Marathon's endgame is weekend-exclusive, and Spider-Man's trailer broke GTA 6's view record. Netflix's live-action Assassin's Creed series has begun filming, and Fortnite's Chapter 7, Season 2 NPCs have been detailed. McDonald's is featuring Luma in its Super Mario Galaxy kids' meal toys, and the ESRB will not adopt Europe's new age rating criteria for paid random items. Vampire Crawlers is set for an April release.
Is Reacher's Alan Ritchson a Kojima nerd? 'The Dream' he says next to a picture of him as Solid Snake,…
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for Reacher, has expressed interest in playing Solid Snake in a live-action Metal Gear Solid film, sharing AI-generated art of himself as the character. While Ritchson appears to be a fan of Hideo Kojima's work, the role of Solid Snake has previously been cast with Oscar Isaac, though the film's production status remains uncertain.
Resident Evil-Styled Remakes Wouldn’t be Viable for Bethesda’s RPG, Says Former Developer
Former Bethesda developer Nate Purkeypile stated that full remakes on the scale of Resident Evil 2 and 4 are not viable for Bethesda's open-world RPGs due to their complex systems. He also noted that a "from scratch" remake would be prohibitively expensive. The discussion also touched on the possibility of Fallout 5 being developed by an external studio while Bethesda focuses on The Elder Scrolls 6.
There's a New Live Action Yakuza Adaptation, and You Can Watch It for Free
A new live-action adaptation of the Yakuza series, featuring actors from the Japanese drama Nihon Touitsu, is now available to watch for free with English subtitles on IGN. The series, which includes in-engine cutscenes and backgrounds rendered from the PlayStation 5, will have three episodes released throughout the week. This adaptation is separate from the previously released Amazon version and aims to capture the essence of the source material.
There's a New Live Action Yakuza Adaptation, and You Can Watch It All for Free Now
A new live-action series adaptation of the Yakuza franchise, titled Yakuza Powered by Nihon Toitsu, has been released with English subtitles on IGN. The series consists of three episodes, with the final two now available to watch for free. The adaptation incorporates elements from the games, including in-engine cutscenes and backgrounds.
A live-action Yakuza gets a surprise release 18 months after Amazon's divisive series, and fans know which one they…
A new live-action Yakuza series, 'Yakuza Powered by Nihon Toitsu,' has been released on IGN's YouTube channel, receiving immediate praise from fans who prefer it over Amazon's 2024 adaptation. While low-budget, the series is noted for retaining the franchise's humor and offering an authentic Yakuza experience, contrasting with the lukewarm reception of Amazon's more divergent take.
Yakuza Live-Action Miniseries Debuts March 17 Exclusively on IGN
A three-episode live-action miniseries based on the first two Yakuza video games will premiere on March 17 exclusively on IGN's website and YouTube channel. Each episode will be approximately one hour long.
Yakuza Live-Action Miniseries Debuts March 17 Exclusively on IGN - IGN
A three-episode live-action miniseries based on the Yakuza video games, titled Yakuza Powered by Nihon Toitsu, will debut on IGN starting March 17. The series, which leads into Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, stars Yasufumi Motomiya as Kazuma Kiryu and will be available on IGN.com and IGN's YouTube channel with English subtitles.
Netflix Assassin's Creed Live-Action Show Adds Noomi Rapace
Netflix's upcoming Assassin's Creed live-action series has added Noomi Rapace and Sean Harris to its cast, alongside Ramzy Bedia and Corrado Invernizzi. The series, a collaboration between Netflix and Ubisoft, has been in development for five years and is described as a high-octane thriller exploring the secret war between two factions shaping humanity's future. Filming began in Rome, Italy, on March 9, 2026, with a potential release in 2027.
One Piece's creator was "worried" about how Netflix was handling the live-action Chopper, so gave his…
One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda revealed that Netflix incorporated his suggestions for the live-action adaptation's character Chopper. Oda expressed initial concern about Netflix's early interpretations, which focused on realism, but was pleased they ultimately embraced a more 'cute plushie' aesthetic for the character.
One Piece star fought for a manga-accurate Nami costume "for the fans" despite shooting in "the dead of winter": "She was really, really badass"
One Piece star Emily Rudd advocated for a manga-accurate Nami costume in the Netflix live-action adaptation, even for scenes filmed in cold weather. The actor insisted on keeping Nami's miniskirt, despite her top being adapted to a long-sleeved shirt due to filming conditions. The series has received critical acclaim, with its second season holding a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score.
After 16 years in development hell, live-action Tinker Bell is a "high priority" for Disney Plus as the show…
Disney is prioritizing the live-action Tinker Bell TV series, titled Tink, for Disney Plus after a long development period. Liz Heldens and Bridget Carpenter are attached as screenwriters and executive producers for the project, though further details on synopsis and casting have not yet been released.
Samurai Champloo is returning as a live-action Netflix series from One Piece adaptation team, and the original creator is on board: "We've learned" after Cowboy Bebop
A live-action Netflix series based on the anime Samurai Champloo is in development from the studio behind the One Piece live-action adaptation. Original series creator Shinichirō Watanabe is involved in the project, with producers emphasizing the importance of creator guidance.
