Marvel Studios Boss Calls DC-Marvel Fan Feuds “Ridiculous”
Marvel Studios president, Kevin Feige has dubbed online feuds between fans of Marvel and DC films "ridiculous".
Speaking to Crave, Feige was asked about his opinion on the divides that have formed between fans of the two comics giants' film universes.
"I think it’s ridiculous. I think movies are awesome and people should go out and support awesome movies, and I go support those movies and I thought Wonder Woman was awesome. I can’t wait to see what Geoff Johns and Joss
and the gang has done with Justice League.
GTA Publisher Plans Microtransactions in All Future Games
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has said that his company - which publishes the likes of Grand Theft Auto 5 and NBA 2K - will aim to offer "recurrent consumer spending opportunities" (read: microtransactions) in all of its games going forward.
In an investor call (as transcribed by Gamasutra) Zelnick explained that "we aim to have recurrent consumer spending opportunities for every title that we put out at this company. It may not always be an online model, it probably won't always be a virtual currency model, but there will be some ability to engage in an ongoing basis with our titles after release across the board".
Ubisoft CEO: Next Console Gen at Least Two Years Away
The next generation of PlayStation and Xbox hardware is at least a couple years away, if the thinking of Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot proves to be true.
"As Sony launched PlayStation 4 Pro last year and Microsoft Xbox One X this year, we think we still have a minimum of two years in front of us before something new is coming," Guillemot said during an investors' call (via GameSpot).
Guillemot emphasized that Ubisoft's projected arrival time of the next console generation is merely the publisher's "perception," noting they "don't have any confidential information on that front."
The Video Game Voice Actors’ Strike Is Officially Over
After a new ballot, SAG-AFTRA has voted "overwhelmingly" to end the year-long video game voice actor's strike.
Beginning in October 2016, members of the Screen Actor's Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists refused to work with the likes of Disney, Activision and Take 2, citing the lack of a fair payment deal for voiceover artists working for video game companies.
In September, a tentative agreement was made with all 11 affected publishers to bring the strike to an end after publishers agreed to bonus payments, more transparent contracts and means to combat vocal stress.
8 DC Comics We Want Brian Bendis to Write
The comic book industry was rocked by the surprise announcement that long-time Marvel writer Brian Michael Bendis is moving over to DC. No doubt Bendis will be a big player at DC in the years to come as he begins exploring this massive new sandbox.
Naturally, we have a few ideas for DC books we want to see Bendis tackle in the next few years. We've picked out eight good options, covering both DC's big franchises and some characters who have been out of the spotlight for a while. We've also selected an artist to go with each project, whether they happen to be one of Bendis' frequent collaborators or an up-and-coming star at DC. Check out our picks and let us know which DC books you want to see Bendis write in the comments below.
Toejam & Earl: New Game Delayed to 2018
Toejam & Earl: Back in the Groove will not meet its expected 2017 release and has been pushed back to an unspecified release date some time in 2018.
Citing the "inexact science" of game development and a desire to "deliver the best, most solid game possible", developer Humanature Studios offers its apologies to fans but closes with an assurance that the team is hard at work on the game, with more updates to come in the next few weeks and months. There's currently no estimation of how long the delay is likely to be, but it looks like things will become clearer as we head into 2018.
The project has been running since 2015, when Humanature announced the launch of a Kickstarter project to fund production of a return to the bizarre universe of Toejam and Earl. The campaign amassed well over the asked-for $400,000, with the total currently sitting at a little over $500,000.
‘Influencers’ Are Getting a Super-Limited Xbox One X Bundle
Microsoft is releasing a highly-limited edition Xbox One X bundle - but you can't buy it.
In celebration of both the launch of the Xbox One X and Under Armour's Curry 4 basketball shoes, Microsoft and Under Armour have announced a special partnership with an array of collaborators including Stance, V-MODA and Incase to launch a special edition of the new console is referring to as the "Xbox One X "More Power" Curry 4 VIP Kit". Rolls off the tongue.
Apparently, it's been "inspired by today’s top athletes, entertainers, and influencers who enjoy playing video games and want the best experience possible."
Watch 57 Minutes of Brand New Star Wars Battlefront 2 Gameplay
We recently got a full run-through of Star Wars Battlefront 2, and tried out all its new modes, maps, heroes and villains.
Check out some of our favourite bits of Battlefront 2 gameplay below.
There isn't much in this galaxy (even one far, far away...) more satisfying than getting a huge kill streak. We played the pint-sized, Jedi master himself, Yoda and scored a hefty 30 player kill streak.
We also got to play a ton of the new Galactic Assault mode. Check out gameplay from Tatooine, Hoth, Kamino and Kashyyyk - each with their own unique spin on the mode:
Check out the new and improved Heroes vs. Villains mode, which now adds in elements of the last game's Hero Hunt and 8 brand new characters to choose from (on top of the last game's selection). Watch us wreaking some suitable havoc with Lord Vader:
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Hitman: CEO Teases a New Game
CEO of Hitman developer Io Interactive, Hakan Abrak has confirmed that a new entry in the series is in development.
2016's entry in the Hitman franchise - simply titled Hitman - has received a Game of the Year edition, adding an additional episode's worth of playable content alongside new items and visual and mechanical upgrades. In an open letter to the community, Abrak celebrates the milestone of 7 million Hitman players for the game's 'Season One', whilst also looking ahead to the franchise's future.
The next Hitman game is confirmed to be in development, although no real details are touched upon. Abrak reports that the team are making "great progress" and promises "exciting new features and some franchise firsts", whilst also cautioning that fans shouldn't expect to hear anything else about the game until some point in 2018.