PS4, PS Vita Releases This Week
Seven games are hitting the PS4 and PlayStation Vita this week, including The Count Lucanor, Planetbase, and more.
As listed by PS Blog, check out the gallery below for the seven PlayStation releases of the week, along with release dates and official descriptions:
- The Count Lucanor (Vita)
- Energy Invasion (PS4, Vita)
- Happy Drummer (PS4)
- Little Red Lie (PS4, Vita)
- Planetbase (PS4)
- Plox Neon (PS4)
- Sword of Fortress the Onomuzim (PS4)
Ultra Game Boy in the Works at Hyperkin
Hyperkin is currently at work on its own updated version of the classic Game Boy, tentatively called the Ultra Game Boy.
According to Gizmodo, the Ultra Game Boy features a sturdy aluminum housing, as well as the classic volume and contrast dials found on the original version of Nintendo's handheld. It also includes a third dial for adjusting the backlit LCD display's RGB spectrum. There's also an option to turn off the backlit display entirely.
Hyperkin's Ultra Game Boy, photo via Gizmodo
Cool Marvel and Star Wars Licensed USB Chargers
Charging your technology isn't particularly thrilling, but thankfully someone figure out it's more fun to do anything when a powerful space wizard is involved.
Charging solutions have come so far so fast, it's kind of amazing. Now basically everything charges off a USB standard, so you don't have a tangled mess of proprietary charging cords and plugs. As such, we get cool stuff like a light-up Black Panther head that you can use to juice up your iPad.
Check out the gallery below to see some photos of these cool chargers we found on the floor of CES 2018.
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What Comics to Read Before Doomsday Clock
The story of Doomsday Clock, a 12-part comic book event by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank, is a sequel to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ classic Watchmen story, one that sees Doctor Manhattan, Rorschach and the rest travel from their universe to the world of DC’s superheroes where they’ll cross paths with the likes of Batman and Superman.
If that sentence made your brain explode and cause your eyes to cross in confusion, then worry not, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a guide for all the comics you should read to get every piece of the puzzle leading into Doomsday Clock.
As of this posting, Doomsday Clock #1 and #2 are out, with Issue #3 coming on January 24. The story takes place in DC continuity, so it wraps up at the end of the year, we will see all of the ramifications of the story on the larger DC Universe.
Check Out This Cool New Retro-Inspired Gear
Depending on what philosophy you subscribe to, the nature of time can be cyclical rather than unwinding in a straight line. If you do believe in the cyclical nature of time, then it should come as no surprise to see that which was old become new again.
At CES 2018, we checked out some really cool retro gear from Retrobit, designed to use new technology to breath life into your old technology. In other words, cool new consoles to play your old cartridge games. While the concept isn't new, these devices are either new or upgraded versions of existing products.
But there's more than just cool ways to play your old NES games. The gallery has collectibles, retro and modern inspired, along with cool new hardware based on cool old tech. Check out the slides to have a taste of the sweet retro mana we found in the desert of Nevada.
Green Lantern Film ‘Still in the Works’ Despite DC Shakeup
The Green Lantern Corps. film is "still in the works," despite a recent shakeup with the DC film universe, according to David Goyer.
Goyer confirmed the film is still coming when he spoke to IGN during the 2018 winter Television Critics Association press tour.
When asked when fans can expect updates on the film, Goyer said, "I don't know. Who knows, especially with what's currently going on with the DC universe? There's obviously a whole recalibration happening with that right now."
Goyer was referring to the reported reorganization of future DC films following the underwhelming performance of the Justice League film.
Why John Cena vs. The Undertaker Must Happen
Firstly, in before all the "Undertaker's retired" comments.
And/or the "He can't physically go" barrage.
Obviously, if Undertaker is no longer capable of competing in the ring, this hypothetical match up, which was a rumored about a year ago back during the build for WrestleMania 33, can't happen. I shouldn't have to post a caveat this clear but such is our world. Such is life.
Anyhow, onto the reason for the season. The Undertaker/John Cena rumors have started swirling again. "But Taker lost clean to Roman Reigns last April and left all his garb neatly piled up in the middle of the ring signifying the passing of the largest dog moniker" you might interject. Yes, and if need be, that could stand as Undertaker's farewell. It's not ideal, but it had all the signs of a soft series finale. There could be more, because there wasn't full closure, but if it had to stand as Undertaker's last ride/final bow, then it's there.
Solo Film for X-Men’s Kitty Pryde Reportedly in Development
Fan-favorite X-Men character Kitty Pryde may be getting her own solo film featuring the director of the critically acclaimed, R-rated superhero venture, Deadpool.
Sources told Collider Tim Miller is currently working on the film for Fox, but Collider stresses that with a possible Disney buyout of Fox looming, the film's fate may change.
Although the details of the project may change, and the film may be scrapped altogether depending on the details of the merger, Fox is continuing business as usual, as the deal could take 12-18 months to process. In addition to Pryde herself, Colossus, who also featured prominently in Deadpool, is set to star in the film as Kitty's love interest.
Putting the Nintendo Switch Sales in Context
Nintendo recently announced that the Switch was the fastest-selling console in U.S. history, based on its first 10 months on the market. The announcement came just days after we learned the Switch had also become the fastest-selling console ever in Japan. That’s good news for Nintendo, but what does it really mean? Does it mean the Nintendo Switch will become the best-selling console this generation, eclipsing the Xbox One and PlayStation 4? We dug into the data to put Nintendo’s new record in context.
Sea of Thieves Closed Beta Dates Announced
Microsoft and Rare have announced the dates for Sea of Thieves' upcoming closed beta.
As detailed on a recent blog post, the beta will run for five days from January 24 at 4 a.m. PT/7 a.m. ET/12 p.m. UK/10 p.m. AEST to January 29 at 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET/8 a.m. UK/6 p.m. AEST.
Players who signed up for the Sea of Thieves Insider Programme before December 1, 2017 as well as those who preordered the game will have automatic access to the beta. Rare promises the closed beta will be "a true taste of what Sea of Thieves has to offer," however it won't be the full experience.