South Park Creators Renew Deal With Comedy Central
Comedy Central has renewed South Park for seasons 21, 22, and 23, network president Michele Ganeless announced today. The three seasons will be comprised of thirty new episodes, which will air through 2019. Hulu has also renewed its deal with South Park Digital Studios, assuring the streaming service will remain the exclusive SVOD home to the legendary animated series.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hulu will pay Viacom and South Park's creative team $192 million USD over five years. The money will reportedly be split 50/50 between the two parties.
"South Park remains the bedrock of Comedy Central and we are thrilled that new episodes will continue to entertain audiences for years to come," said Ganeless. "The series remains as urgent and relevant now as the day it premiered and at nearly 20 seasons in it continues to draw generations of new fans."
Unlocked: What Microsoft Buying AMD Would Mean for Xbox 4 and PS5
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It's impossible to follow the once-in-a-lifetime episode 201, but we do our best by dissecting a rumor that suggests Microsoft may be looking to buy Xbox One and PS4 chipmaker AMD. What would it mean for the current consoles? How about the Xbox 4 and PlayStation 5? We discuss it in detail. Plus: we lament some of the E3 Game Critics Award winners and give our take on the first trailer for Telltale's Minecraft: Story Mode.
NOTES:
The Microsoft-buying-AMD rumor discussion starts at the 7:48 mark in the audio file.
First Look at the Deadpool Villain Ajax
We've gotten our first look at the Deadpool villain Ajax today.
Actor Ed Skrein tweeted the image of himself in the role, though this shot isn't particularly villainous. More like a sad puppy.
1st official image of #Ajax in #Deadpool #SDCC pic.twitter.com/iMbju88PwM
— Ed Skrein (@edskrein) July 8, 2015
Marisa Tomei to Play Aunt May in Spider-Man
Academy Award-winning actress Marisa Tomei is reportedly set to portray Aunt May in Sony and Marvel's Spider-Man film.
According to Variety, Tomei will play Aunt May, who is the adoptive mother of Peter Parker. Meanwhile, Sony and Marvel have not commented about the reported casting.
Courtesy of Marisa Tomei's Twitter account
Helldivers’ Masters of the Galaxy Expansion Adds New Enemies
A brand new update for Helldivers is now available free of charge on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation Vita.
Called Masters of the Galaxy, the update features new Bug, Cyborg, and Illuminate enemy masters, as well as several new trophies for the defenders of Super Earth to earn. Visit the PlayStation Store for more details.
According to the PlayStation Blog, Helldivers will soon be getting a physical retail release for the PS4 on August 18. It will be available at "select retailers" and will contain the PS4 copy, digital versions for the PS3 and PS Vita,the two expansions, and additional DLC.
GTA Online Update Adds New Weapons, Vehicles
Those looking to step up their opulence game in GTA Online can now do so with the new items available in the second Ill-Gotten Gains update.
Available across all platforms, the update includes a number of high-end vehicles, weapons, and wearables, alongside a title update that introduces a few new custom jobs, improvements, and fixes.
Vehicle-savvy players can gain access to the luxury off-roader Coil Brawler, the fast Progen T20, the Dinka Vindicator motorcycle, the old-school Vapid Chino sedan, and the Lampadati Toro speedboat.
Those looking to arm themselves as only a rich person would can now select a Marksman Pistol and solid gold Knuckle Dusters, and real fashion statement-makers can adorn fancy timepieces like the iFruit Snap Watch, Medici Radial, and the Covgari Universe. Along with these watches, Rockstar teases "a massive selection of new apparel and jewelry for men and women" available across Los Santos.
New Die Hard Collection Comes with Nakatomi Plaza Replica
A new Die Hard Blu-ray collection includes a replica of Nakatomi Plaza, the iconic building from the first movie.
The Nakatomi Plaza: Die Hard Collection includes Blu-ray and Digital HD versions of all five Die Hard films:
- Die Hard
- Die Hard 2: Die Harder
- Die Hard: With a Vengeance
- Live Free or Die Hard (includes unrated version)
- A Good Day to Die Hard (includes unrated version)
The set also includes a 32-page behind-the-scenes booklet and Blu-ray.
Coming on October 13, the bundle can be pre-ordered on Fox's official site, or at Fox Booth #4229 for San Diego Comic-Con attendees.
Two More Street Fighter 5 Characters Rumored
Urien and Alex may be coming to Street Fighter 5 "at some point in the future."
This rumor comes by way of Siliconera, whose story does not specify exactly where their info is coming from, simply citing "sources" whom they claim have "confirmed" it to them. We reached out to Capcom on the matter, and their only response was the expected "We do not comment on rumors or speculation."
Were the rumor prove to be true, it would be quite significant, as neither of these characters have seen life in any Street Fighter since Street Fighter III: Third Strike. Alex, a hybrid grappler/brawler, has been requested often by Street Fighter fans, and Urien was infamous for his incredible mix-ups and unblockable setups using his Aegis Reflector special. The prospect of either returning would certainly be exciting for long-time fans.
This Is When the Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 Beta Begins
Treyarch Studios has announced the Call of Duty: Black Ops III beta will begin August 19 on PlayStation 4.
The Call of Duty: Black Ops III developer revealed the date on Twitter, promising more information is coming soon. While the beta will start first on PlayStation 4, it's also planned to roll out on PC and Xbox One.
Players can gain access to the Call of Duty: Black Ops III beta by pre-ordering the blockbuster first-person shooter.
App Store Update: July 8
Every day hundreds of new apps make their debut on the App Store, and hundreds more are updated or reduced in price. We have sifted through the noise and highlighted those select few that might be worth your attention.
Note: The prices and deals compiled below are accurate at the time we published this story, but all are subject to change.
Zero Punctuation: Hatfall – ($1.99)
The personality of the foul-mouthed Ben "Yahtzee" Croshaw has been distilled into playable form. Time to put on some hats!