Stewart Doesn’t Think We’ll See Picard Again
Patrick Stewart is about to embark on a new TV series this weekend with the Starz comedy Blunt Talk, but it’s his turn as the one and only Captain Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation that we will always remember him for. So when I spoke to the actor recently about Blunt Talk’s debut, I of course had to ask him about the good captain of the USS Enterprise as well and whether or not we’ll ever see Picard again on the big or small screen.
“It’s possible,” Stewart said of Jean-Luc’s return. “I think it’s unlikely. But it’s possible. The series wrapped over 25 years ago and we’ve got a rather elderly Captain Picard now. So I don’t know. It would be… it could be entertaining.”
The Latest Marvel TV Pilot Revealed
ABC is preparing to order a pilot for a Mockingbird spin-off starring Adrianne Palicki’s Bobbi Morse character from Agents of Shield.
Variety has the news on the project. In April we had heard that the network was working on a spin-off featuring Bobbi Morse and her occasional paramour/frequent partner in espionage Lance Hunter (as played by Nick Blood). But by the following month, word came that the project was not moving ahead.
Dark Horse Delivers Mirror’s Edge and Halo Exclusives
For those attending PAX Prime next weekend, keep an eye out for Dark Horse’s two convention exclusives for Mirror’s Edge: Exordium and Halo.
With the new Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst game coming out, DH is publishing a prequel comic by the game’s writer, Christofer Emgard, called Mirror’s Edge: Exordium. Fans will be able to purchase a copy of the issue for $5 with a special PAX Prime variant cover, limited to 1000 copies. Exordium’s official release date isn’t until September 9, so those who scoop it up will be getting it early.
Dragon Ball Z Movie Blu-ray Release Date Announced
Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection "F" is coming to Blu-ray and DVD this October, FUNimation Entertainment announced.
The incredibly successful anime film will be available first on digital HD on October 9, followed thereafter by a retail release on October 20. FUNimation will be offering the movie in three different versions, including a Collector's Edition ($60), a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack ($35), and a standard DVD release ($30).
While both the Collector's Edition and Blu-ray Combo Pack feature 50 minutes of extra features, the former option also comes wrapped in premium packaging and includes a set of four holographic Frieza postcards.
Game Scoop!: Building Our Own Sony, Microsoft “Replays”
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Bruce Campbell Announces Kickstarter
As a result of the fan response to the first season of the pop-culture game show Last Fan Standing, the one and only Bruce Campbell has announced that a second season of the series is being offered through a unique Kickstarter campaign, launching today.
Watch Campbell’s video announcement right here:
The first season of the show, hosted by Campbell, was shot live-to-tape from the convention floor of Wizard World Comic Con. The series gave con-goers the chance to prove themselves as “the ultimate Fanboy or Fangirl,” and to do so in front of a global internet audience on CONtv.
The Kickstarter campaign for Season 2 has loads of “Bruce-centric” perks, including signed Comics, Lunchboxes, Personalized Voicemails, and even a bowling party with Bruce. Can you imagine winning that?!
Rare Revealed Video Series to Continue on YouTube
The unlockable behind-the-scenes videos available in Rare Replay will soon be continued on YouTube.
Called Rare Revealed, the videos break down some of the developer's history through interviews and footage. They can be unlocked by playing Rare Replay, the recently-released 30-game bundle available on Xbox One.
Rare confirmed the video series' continuation via Twitter and included two screen shots in their message. One shows Banjo-Kazooie as a 2.5D platformer, and another shows an image from Bottles' Revenge, a mode that was eventually cut out of Banjo-Tooie.
Enjoy the Rare Revealed videos? We'll make some more for YouTube! Early 2.5D Banjo and Bottles' Revenge #tbt tease... pic.twitter.com/ihELK2r935
Bungie Posts Job Opening for PC Compatibility Tester
A recent post on developer Bungie's careers board is advertising an opening for a PC Compatibility Tester.
According to the post, the job requires employees to "evaluate PC hardware-specific features and ensure various systems work together across multiple PC configurations to provide a great experience."
The ideal candidate will have previous experience with shipping a PC game, over two years in software testing, and can "work in a cross-discipline environment with a desire to work closely with designers and engineers to verify their systems work properly across multiple PC hardware configurations."
Here’s What Square Enix is Bringing to PAX Prime 2015
Publisher Square Enix has detailed their lineup of games and events being brought to PAX Prime 2015 in Seattle, Washington.
A number of their upcoming games will be featured, including Just Cause 3, Lara Croft Go, and Life is Strange. Additionally, fans will also be able to check out Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward, Final Fantasy XV: Episode Duscae, and Dragon Quest Heroes.
Square Enix will also host several panels for some of their upcoming releases, including Lara Croft Go, Just Cause 3, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Hitman, Final Fantasy XIV, and Final Fantasy XV. Visit Square Enix's website to learn more.
Jumbo Lex Luthor, Catwoman Figures Coming
A pair of jumbo-sized retro figures honoring DC comics characters is coming from Gentle Giant.
The collectible manufacturer announced figures based on classic Lex Luthor and Catwoman figures today. The Lex Luthor is based on the 1984 Kenner "DC Super Powers Collection," scaled up to 12" tall. The Catwoman figure is based on the 1992 Animated Series, similarly scaled up to 11" tall.
Gentle Giant has made a name for itself making oversized versions of classic action figures, like ones based on Marvel's Secret Wars or this life-sized Boba Fett.