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Elden Ring Movie Might Be Extremely Long, And It Could Have Twitch Integration Eventually
New details have emerged regarding the A24 Elden Ring movie, with Amazon MGM reportedly acquiring international Pay-1 streaming rights for tens of millions of dollars. The film, which finished production and is in post-production with Industrial Light & Magic, is expected to have a runtime of around three hours due to its 180-page script. Potential Twitch integrations are also being explored as part of the deal.
Xbox GTA 6 Cloud Gaming Deal - What Is Unsaid About the Deal
Microsoft has clarified its deal for Grand Theft Auto 6 on Xbox Cloud Gaming, confirming it will be available at launch but not exclusively and not on PC. The agreement focuses on streaming to Xbox consoles, with details on browser and app support still undisclosed. This comes as Microsoft prepares to implement new monthly usage limits for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers.
Netflix Just Bought All Seven Walking Dead Shows — And Season 12 Suddenly Looks Reachable
Netflix has acquired the streaming rights to all seven "The Walking Dead" television series, including the flagship show and its various spin-offs, in a deal reportedly worth $500 million. This move consolidates the entire franchise onto a single platform, potentially revitalizing interest and making a "Season 12" of sorts, perhaps a miniseries combining characters, a more feasible prospect. The deal begins in 2027, with shows airing simultaneously on Netflix and AMC+.
One Queue, 371 Episodes: Netflix Locks Down the Entire Walking Dead Universe
Netflix has secured a multi-year deal with AMC to exclusively stream all 371 episodes of The Walking Dead universe globally, starting in 2027. This includes the original series and all its spin-offs. The original series will also become available on AMC Plus for the first time early next year.
Netflix pays $500 million to share 'The Walking Dead' streaming rights with AMC+
Netflix has paid $500 million to extend its streaming rights for The Walking Dead and its six spinoff series. This deal allows Netflix to continue sharing the streaming rights with AMC+.
The League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+
Disney+ has secured global streaming rights for several esports tournaments organized by the Korea Esports Association, including the League of Legends KeSPA Cup and events leading up to the 2026 Asian Games. This deal expands upon last year's agreement, which was limited to Asian viewers, and will feature games like Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and PUBG Mobile. The move raises concerns about the fragmentation of esports viewership, potentially requiring subscriptions to platforms like Disney+ instead of free viewing on Twitch or YouTube.