New Justice League: Mortal Photos Surface

More photos from Justice League: Mortal have appeared online courtesy of a filmmaker trying to create a documentary about the abandoned DC movie. Ryan Unicomb, who released an image of Armie Hammer's Batman cowl on Tuesday, uploaded three more Justice League images to his Instagram page. Two of those images are cropped versions of an image released in 2018, but the third is a new look at Megan Gale's Wonder Woman that differs from the images from 2015. In the caption, the filmmaker said he can't share anything more for now and there isn't much excitement for the documentary from the studio or the people involved in the original production. He says he's trying to gather up as much material as possible before he gives a pitch. "For now these are all I can share. I know there’s MASSIVE interest in the story behind #JusticeLeagueMortal but there is pushback from the studio and most of the creatives involved," Unicomb said. "It’s understandably a sore point for many involved. We’re collating everything we have to be able to pitch it properly. It may require a Kickstarter or something at some stage, or it may not. I’m 5 years into the journey of getting this made and I VERY much appreciate your patience. I know how important this lost chapter is to us all; as movie goers, as comic readers, as pop culture fans. Rest assured we WANT to be able to show you EVERY costume properly. We WANT to show you the Batmobile. We WANT to show you the Fortress of Solitude. We WANT the artists who worked tirelessly for months to get their well deserved due. We’ll continue to do our best. Be well. Stay safe!" [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=dc-extended-universe-every-upcoming-movie&captions=true"] Justice League: Mortal would've been directed by George Miller, a director of the four Mad Max movies, and, most importantly, Babe: Pig in the City. The film would've starred Hammer as Bruce Wayne / Batman, D.J. Cotrona as Clark Kent / Superman, Adam Brody as Barry Allen / The Flash, Gale as Wonder Woman, Hugh Keays-Byrne as J'onn J'onzz / Martian Manhunter, Santiago Cabrera as Arthur Curry / Aquaman, and Common as John Stewart / Green Lantern. The movie was shelved in favor of Warner Bros. creating another Batman movie with Christian Bale as well as other solo movies such as Green Lantern starring Ryan Reynolds. A Justice League movie would eventually come out in 2017 with a completely different cast and its interesting backstory. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/09/wonder-woman-1984-trailer-breakdown-rewind-theater"] Right now, DC movies are reportedly looking at more R-rated content and mid-budget movies for HBO Max. There's also been recent word of the Flash movie being  "a different version of Flashpoint." The next DC movie on the slate is Wonder Woman 1984. That movie is currently set for June 5. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Petey Oneto is a freelance writer for IGN.

Dandy Dungeon 2 Adds Music From Final Fantasy Composer Nobuo Uematsu

Dandy Dungeon: Legend of Brave Yamada, a comedy-RPG that’s been critically acclaimed for being both funny and a deep RPG, has announced a new sequel update that will double the size of the game and add music from Final Fantasy’s Nobuo Uematsu. Dandy Dungeon is a roguelike RPG starring a burnt-out video game programmer who imagines himself as the hero of his own fantasy RPG. On April 2, 2020, Onion Games will release a new update on the Steam and Switch version called Dandy Dungeon 2: The Phantom Bride. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=all-the-big-games-coming-in-2020&captions=true"] The update adds more than 90 dungeon types, over 560 weapons, and more than 260 monsters. Onion Games also lined up some big-name music collaborations with 130 new original tracks, some from composers like Nobuo Uematsu and Touhou Project’s Zun. The update will go live on April 2 Japan-time, and there’s an official timer on the Dandy Dungeon website counting down to the launch. IGN’s Peer Schneider is a big fan of Dandy Dungeon, but the developer is also working on other projects you might be interested including a re-release of the cult-classic “anti-RPG” Moon. Moon was originally released for the PlayStation 1 in 1997, but will finally get a North American release sometime in the future. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Kim is a reporter for IGN.

Dandy Dungeon 2 Adds Music From Final Fantasy Composer Nobuo Uematsu

Dandy Dungeon: Legend of Brave Yamada, a comedy-RPG that’s been critically acclaimed for being both funny and a deep RPG, has announced a new sequel update that will double the size of the game and add music from Final Fantasy’s Nobuo Uematsu. Dandy Dungeon is a roguelike RPG starring a burnt-out video game programmer who imagines himself as the hero of his own fantasy RPG. On April 2, 2020, Onion Games will release a new update on the Steam and Switch version called Dandy Dungeon 2: The Phantom Bride. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=all-the-big-games-coming-in-2020&captions=true"] The update adds more than 90 dungeon types, over 560 weapons, and more than 260 monsters. Onion Games also lined up some big-name music collaborations with 130 new original tracks, some from composers like Nobuo Uematsu and Touhou Project’s Zun. The update will go live on April 2 Japan-time, and there’s an official timer on the Dandy Dungeon website counting down to the launch. IGN’s Peer Schneider is a big fan of Dandy Dungeon, but the developer is also working on other projects you might be interested including a re-release of the cult-classic “anti-RPG” Moon. Moon was originally released for the PlayStation 1 in 1997, but will finally get a North American release sometime in the future. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Matt Kim is a reporter for IGN.

Amazon Prime Makes Select Kids’ Shows Available for Free

Amazon Prime has made a wide selection of children's TV shows free to watch on its video streaming service. Prime Video usually costs $12.99 per month and by signing up, subscribers get access to all of Amazon's original TV shows and movies, as well as a number of other TV shows and movies on the service. That includes TV shows made specifically for children. The company has lifted the subscription requirement needed to view a number of these shows for children. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=new-movies-coming-to-vod-early&captions=true"] Amazon Original shows that are family-friendly like Costume Quest, The Stinky Dirty Show, and If You Give A Mouse A Cookie are now free to watch as are a number of PBS KIDS shows like Arthur, Cyberchase, and Reading Rainbow. While a paid subscription is no longer necessary, users will still need to create a free Amazon account to take advantage of Amazon's free offerings. This comes at a time when children around the world are at home due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With MLB, NBA, NHL and other sports seasons postponed, movie theaters and theme parks closed, and numerous gaming conferences canceled, many are adjusting to new at-home routines as quarantines continue to take place. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/16/universal-to-distribute-new-releases-on-demand-amid-coronavirus"] Other companies like Comcast are offering free services too. Elsewhere, movie studios are bringing their movies to on-demand services much sooner than anticipated as a result of the virus. Read about how COVID-19 is affecting the film industry and then read about how medical experts believe delaying movies will help prevent the spread of the virus. You can also read up on the first video game console delayed as a result of the virus. Here are some ways you can help others and stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes.

Amazon Prime Makes Select Kids’ Shows Available for Free

Amazon Prime has made a wide selection of children's TV shows free to watch on its video streaming service. Prime Video usually costs $12.99 per month and by signing up, subscribers get access to all of Amazon's original TV shows and movies, as well as a number of other TV shows and movies on the service. That includes TV shows made specifically for children. The company has lifted the subscription requirement needed to view a number of these shows for children. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=new-movies-coming-to-vod-early&captions=true"] Amazon Original shows that are family-friendly like Costume Quest, The Stinky Dirty Show, and If You Give A Mouse A Cookie are now free to watch as are a number of PBS KIDS shows like Arthur, Cyberchase, and Reading Rainbow. While a paid subscription is no longer necessary, users will still need to create a free Amazon account to take advantage of Amazon's free offerings. This comes at a time when children around the world are at home due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With MLB, NBA, NHL and other sports seasons postponed, movie theaters and theme parks closed, and numerous gaming conferences canceled, many are adjusting to new at-home routines as quarantines continue to take place. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/16/universal-to-distribute-new-releases-on-demand-amid-coronavirus"] Other companies like Comcast are offering free services too. Elsewhere, movie studios are bringing their movies to on-demand services much sooner than anticipated as a result of the virus. Read about how COVID-19 is affecting the film industry and then read about how medical experts believe delaying movies will help prevent the spread of the virus. You can also read up on the first video game console delayed as a result of the virus. Here are some ways you can help others and stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Wesley LeBlanc is a freelance news writer and guide maker for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @LeBlancWes.

Gears Tactics Co-Developer Is Working on a Google Stadia Exclusive

British gaming studio Splash Damage has announced that it is working on an unannounced Google Stadia exclusive. Unfortunately, the developers won't be sharing details on the project quite yet, but promise more details in the coming months. Splash Damage is known for creating immersive multiplayer games and has had a hand in multiple well-known titles. Most notably, the studio developed the multiplayer maps for Doom 3, worked with The Coalition to develop Gears of War: Ultimate Edition and Gears Tactics, partnered with 343 Industries to develop The Master Chief Collection, and much more. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=google-stadia-review&captions=true"] It seems safe to assume that whatever Splash Damage is working on will likely have multiplayer given the studio's pedigree. However, for now, we will have to wait to get official information. Google Stadia had a bit of a rough launch late last year and currently has over 40 confirmed games for the platform. In December, Stadia acquired Typhoon Studios, the team behind Journey to the Savage Planet. Stadia recently appointed former God of War executive producer Shannon Studstill to lead its new games and entertainment studio, which will focus on delivering exclusive titles to the platform. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/31/should-i-buy-stadia"] In the past few months, Stadia has been rather quiet, but with the Xbox Series X and PS5 set to release later this year, hopefully, we'll hear some more from Google's platform in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, be sure to check out our Google Stadia review if you're on the fence about subscribing to the service. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Andrew Smith is a freelance contributor with IGN. Follow him on Twitter @_andrewtsmith.

Gears Tactics Co-Developer Is Working on a Google Stadia Exclusive

British gaming studio Splash Damage has announced that it is working on an unannounced Google Stadia exclusive. Unfortunately, the developers won't be sharing details on the project quite yet, but promise more details in the coming months. Splash Damage is known for creating immersive multiplayer games and has had a hand in multiple well-known titles. Most notably, the studio developed the multiplayer maps for Doom 3, worked with The Coalition to develop Gears of War: Ultimate Edition and Gears Tactics, partnered with 343 Industries to develop The Master Chief Collection, and much more. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=google-stadia-review&captions=true"] It seems safe to assume that whatever Splash Damage is working on will likely have multiplayer given the studio's pedigree. However, for now, we will have to wait to get official information. Google Stadia had a bit of a rough launch late last year and currently has over 40 confirmed games for the platform. In December, Stadia acquired Typhoon Studios, the team behind Journey to the Savage Planet. Stadia recently appointed former God of War executive producer Shannon Studstill to lead its new games and entertainment studio, which will focus on delivering exclusive titles to the platform. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/12/31/should-i-buy-stadia"] In the past few months, Stadia has been rather quiet, but with the Xbox Series X and PS5 set to release later this year, hopefully, we'll hear some more from Google's platform in the coming weeks and months. In the meantime, be sure to check out our Google Stadia review if you're on the fence about subscribing to the service. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Andrew Smith is a freelance contributor with IGN. Follow him on Twitter @_andrewtsmith.

Patrick Stewart Reads Shakespeare Sonnets Online for Fans

Long before he played the captain of the Enterprise-D or the sage leader of the X-Men, Sir Patrick Stewart was a longtime and Olivier Award-winning member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Now Stewart is turning his love of the Bard's work into a series of social media posts to soothe away worries during these difficult times. A casually dressed Stewart first recorded himself reading Shakespeare's Sonnet 116 ("Let me not to the marriage of true minds ..."), which you can watch below: Encouraged by the outpouring of support from fans, Stewart tweeted the following day: "When I was a child in the 1940s, my mother would cut up slices of fruit for me (there wasn't much) and as she put it in front of me she would say, 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away.' How about, 'A sonnet a day keeps the doctor away'?" He then posted a video of himself reading Sonnet 1, which you can watch below. This would certainly seem to indicate that we have months of Stewart sonnet posts to look forward to as Shakespeare wrote 154 of them in his lifetime. They were poems on a variety of topics that were published posthumously in 1609. For more Patrick Stewart goodness, check out our review of the latest episode of Star Trek: Picard as well as this exclusive clip from the show. Meanwhile, here's how you can help, and stay safe, during the coronavirus pandemic. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=star-trek-picard-the-essential-treks-to-take-before-the-show&captions=true"]

Patrick Stewart Reads Shakespeare Sonnets Online for Fans

Long before he played the captain of the Enterprise-D or the sage leader of the X-Men, Sir Patrick Stewart was a longtime and Olivier Award-winning member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Now Stewart is turning his love of the Bard's work into a series of social media posts to soothe away worries during these difficult times. A casually dressed Stewart first recorded himself reading Shakespeare's Sonnet 116 ("Let me not to the marriage of true minds ..."), which you can watch below: Encouraged by the outpouring of support from fans, Stewart tweeted the following day: "When I was a child in the 1940s, my mother would cut up slices of fruit for me (there wasn't much) and as she put it in front of me she would say, 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away.' How about, 'A sonnet a day keeps the doctor away'?" He then posted a video of himself reading Sonnet 1, which you can watch below. This would certainly seem to indicate that we have months of Stewart sonnet posts to look forward to as Shakespeare wrote 154 of them in his lifetime. They were poems on a variety of topics that were published posthumously in 1609. For more Patrick Stewart goodness, check out our review of the latest episode of Star Trek: Picard as well as this exclusive clip from the show. Meanwhile, here's how you can help, and stay safe, during the coronavirus pandemic. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=star-trek-picard-the-essential-treks-to-take-before-the-show&captions=true"]

How Half-Life: Alyx Teases the Series’ Future

SPOILER WARNING for Half-Life: Alyx. We’ll be avoiding all story spoilers that aren’t relevant to the tease itself, but know that we ARE discussing a scene from the very end of Alyx if you plan to keep reading.

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Half-Life: Alyx launched Monday morning, but it may already be setting up another Half-Life game – and it could be the proper sequel we’ve all been waiting for for over a decade.

As mentioned above, we are about to dive into spoiler land here, so turn back now if you don’t want to know anymore!

Also, if you DO plan on playing Alyx, I'd highly recommend holding off on reading this. It's a pretty awesome surprise to experience yourself.

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Avoiding any specific details that relate to Half-Life: Alyx’s story, the post-credits scene is likely a setup for a new Half-Life game to pick up almost exactly where Half-Life 2: Episode 2 left off 13 years ago.

In the scene, the player sees through the eyes of Gordon Freeman instead of Alyx Vance. It takes place just after the final moments of Episode 2, and Freeman is handed his signature crowbar as a character tells him “we’ve got work to do.”

It’s unclear if this is a setup for a Half-Life 2: Episode 3, a proper Half-Life 3, or – if it’s another VR-only game – something along the lines of “Half-Life: Gordon” in the same way we just got Alyx. Regardless, the message that Valve plans to finally continue this story feels fairly unambiguous – something they’ve even said in interviews recently.

If you do want all the spoiler-filled details (maybe you don’t have VR and just want to know what happens), then we have a full ending explanation here. Also be sure to check out our review of Half-Life: Alyx, and read Valve explaining why it never made Episode 3 13 years ago. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Tom Marks is IGN's Deputy Reviews Editor and resident pie maker. You can follow him on Twitter.