Yearly Archives: 2018
Diablo III Is Reportedly Getting Cross-Play
It seems Diablo III will join the growing list of games to support cross-platform multiplayer.
In an interview with Business Insider Australia, a Blizzard Entertainment representative said the studio is "actively working with partners at Sony and Microsoft to enable cross-console play with 'Diablo 3' on Switch."
Although PC was not explicitly mentioned, and no targeted release date was announced, the representative assures fans, "it's a question of when, not if."
Recently, Sony announced it would finally allow cross-play for Fortnite players on PlayStation 4 and, following the announcement, a number of developers voiced their support for cross-play.
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Cyber Friday Deals: Xbox Game Pass 12 Month Membership for £47.99, Over 50% off 23andMe DNA Testing Kit
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First Look at Idris Elba in Fast and Furious Spinoff
Here's your first look at Idris Elba as the villain in Hobbs & Shaw, the upcoming spinoff to the Fast and the Furious Franchise.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has posted a picture to his Instagram welcoming Elba to the cast alongside some information on the role he plays.
"I learned a long time ago (when I was a very sinful eyebrow raising villainous man in the crazy world of pro wrestling;) that heroes are only as great as their greatest villains." says Johnson.
Spock’s ‘Highly Emotional Relationship’ in Star Trek: Discovery
Star Trek: Discovery is ramping up towards Season 2, which it was revealed at New York Comic-Con last week will debut on January 17, 2019. And the NYCC panel featured the complete cast of the show, including of course series star Sonequa Martin-Green, who plays Michael Burnham. IGN caught up with the actress after the panel for a quick chat about what to expect from Season 2, including how Michael feels about her adopted brother Spock (Ethan Peck), what the deal is with that mysterious Red Angel teased in the trailers for the season, what the arrival of Captain Pike (Anson Mount) on the ship means for the Disco crew, and much more.
Black Panther Writer, Director Returning for Sequel
Ryan Coogler is back to both direct and write a Black Panther sequel.
IGN has confirmed that Coogler has closed a deal to return for another Black Panther film for Marvel Studios. Coogler directed this year's blockbuster hit Black Panther and co-wrote the film with Joe Robert Cole. THR does not mention whether Cole will also be returning to write.
As originally reported by THR, Coogler is, as of this deal looking, to write the film next year, with a tentative plan to start shooting the sequel in late 2019 or early 2020. A Black Panther sequel has not officially been announced or dated, however. Outside of Spider-Man: Far From Home, Marvel's exact post-Avengers 4 plans are largely unknown.
The Secret of Venom’s Drool Revealed
Eddie Brock's abilities are continuing to evolve as Marvel's Venom series kicks off a new storyline.
Warning: this article contains spoilers for Venom #7!
This new series has already left a profound impact on Eddie Brock and his symbiote alter ego, revealing the truth about the origin of the symbiotes and introducing some brand new powers for Venom (including some nifty dragon wings). The changes keep coming in issue #7, though not necessarily for the better.
Bullseye Explained: Who Is Daredevil Villain
When it comes to great Daredevil villains, the only character who can give Kingpin a run for his money is Bullseye. This deadly assassin has been a thorn in Matt Murdock's side for years. And now Netflix has revealed that he'll be making his MCU debut in Daredevil Season 3.
To help get you up to speed, here's everything you need to know about this feared killer who almost never misses his target.
Watch the video above to learn why Bullseye is dressed like Daredevil in the new season.
Xbox One October Update Adds New Avatars and Alexa, Out Today
Microsoft has released the Xbox One October update with additions to the system, including new Xbox Avatars and Xbox Skill features for interacting with Alexa and Cortana.
Detailed last month during the Inside Xbox live stream, the new Avatars for Xbox One offer more customization than the original Avatars. They were designed to be more inclusive, expressive, and creative for users to help represent the Xbox community.
The Avatar Editor features nearly unlimited skin color options, a wide range of body types, and in-depth facial details.
A new Avatar Store will offer outfits, props, and accessories that let you customize colors, and will be updated every month with new additions. Licensed items from popular brands such as Halo and Gears of War will also be available.
HBO Sets Premiere Date for True Detective Season 3
True Detective will return for Season 3 on Sunday, January 13 at 9 p.m., with Oscar winner Mahershala Ali starring, alongside Carmen Ejogo and Stephen Dorff.
According to HBO, the new season tells the story of a macabre crime in the heart of the Ozarks, and a mystery that deepens over decades and plays out in three separate time periods. Ali stars as Wayne Hays, a state police detective from Northwest Arkansas.
Check out the first photos from Season 3 below:
Much like the first season of Nic Pizzolatto's crime drama, the new season will play out over multiple time periods, with the first teaser trailer for Season 3 showing Ali as both a young detective and a grey-haired old man. The first season starred Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, while Season 2 starred Vince Vaughn, Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams, Taylor Kitsch and Kelly Reilly. Season 2 debuted in 2015, leaving a three-year gap between installments.