Yearly Archives: 2018
BioWare Teases Dragon Age Announcement
BioWare General Manager Casey Hudson teased a Dragon Age announcement in a recent post on BioWare's official blog.
"If you’ve been following these blogs, or myself and Mark Darrah on Twitter, you know we’re also working on some secret Dragon Age stuff,” said Hudson. "Dragon Age is an incredibly important franchise in our studio, and we’re excited to continue its legacy. Look for more on this in the coming month (though I won’t tell you where to look…)."
While "Dragon Age stuff" doesn't necessarily mean BioWare is gearing up to announce the next entry in the role-playing franchise, the timing of this news is interesting. It’s possible this announcement could come during The Game Awards, which airs on December 6.
Hugh Jackman’s Big Surprise Wasn’t More Wolverine, But a One-Man Show
Hugh Jackman had a big surprise to reveal this morning, and while he didn't announce that he was returning as Wolverine, he did confirm that he will be reviving his one-man show for a multi-city tour around the world.
During The Today Show, Hugh Jackman announced his show, "The Man. The Music. The Show.", and that it would begin in 2019 and include songs from The Greatest Showman, Les Misérables, The Boy From Oz, and more.
Avengers 4 Director Says Chris Evans ‘Isn’t Done’ Playing Captain America
Though Chris Evans has suggested he’ll be hanging up Captain America’s shield following the next Avengers movie, one of its directors says otherwise.
In an interview with USA Today, Avengers 4 co-director Joe Russo referenced a tweet Evans sent out where he said goodbye to Captain America. Russo said, "I think it was more emotional for him than it was us only because he’s not done yet. And I won’t explain what that means, but the audience will soon understand what I’m talking about.”
Avengers 4 Director Says Chris Evans ‘Isn’t Done’ Playing Captain America
Though Chris Evans has suggested he’ll be hanging up Captain America’s shield following the next Avengers movie, one of its directors says otherwise.
In an interview with USA Today, Avengers 4 co-director Joe Russo referenced a tweet Evans sent out where he said goodbye to Captain America. Russo said, "I think it was more emotional for him than it was us only because he’s not done yet. And I won’t explain what that means, but the audience will soon understand what I’m talking about.”
Aquaman Opening Weekend Box Office Tracking Revealed
Aquaman is tracking for domestic opening weekend sales of at least $65 million, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The report cites Warner Bros. insiders for this high number, but if Aquaman crosses the $65 million mark during its opening weekend, the film could continue past $85 million by Christmas Day, with one major tracking service predicting it could near $100 million.
With Jason Momoa in the title role, Aquaman will debut the weekend of Dec. 21-23 and will go up against Mary Poppins Returns and Bumblebee. Of these three, Aquaman is expected to earn the most during this period.
Aquaman Opening Weekend Box Office Tracking Revealed
Aquaman is tracking for domestic opening weekend sales of at least $65 million, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The report cites Warner Bros. insiders for this high number, but if Aquaman crosses the $65 million mark during its opening weekend, the film could continue past $85 million by Christmas Day, with one major tracking service predicting it could near $100 million.
With Jason Momoa in the title role, Aquaman will debut the weekend of Dec. 21-23 and will go up against Mary Poppins Returns and Bumblebee. Of these three, Aquaman is expected to earn the most during this period.
Blade Runner Anime Series Coming to Cartoon Network, Crunchyroll
Blade Runner – Black Lotus, a new Blade Runner anime series, has been announced and will air on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim and Crunchyroll.
Created in partnership with Alcon Television Group, Black Lotus is set in the year 2032 and will feature "some familiar characters" from the Blade Runner universe.
Shinichiro Watanabe, who directed the 2049 anime companion short Blade Runner Black Out 2022, will serve as a creative producer, while Shinji Aramaki and Kenji Kamiyama will direct all 13 episodes of the premiere season, each confirmed to be 30-minutes long. Aramaki is known for his work on Appleseed and Evangelion, and Kamiyama served as director and chief writer for Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.
Blade Runner Anime Series Coming to Cartoon Network, Crunchyroll
Blade Runner – Black Lotus, a new Blade Runner anime series, has been announced and will air on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim and Crunchyroll.
Created in partnership with Alcon Television Group, Black Lotus is set in the year 2032 and will feature "some familiar characters" from the Blade Runner universe.
Shinichiro Watanabe, who directed the 2049 anime companion short Blade Runner Black Out 2022, will serve as a creative producer, while Shinji Aramaki and Kenji Kamiyama will direct all 13 episodes of the premiere season, each confirmed to be 30-minutes long. Aramaki is known for his work on Appleseed and Evangelion, and Kamiyama served as director and chief writer for Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.
International Game Developers Association Wants New Loot Box Standards
The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) has called for the video game industry to take action on loot boxes before more governments do.
In an IGDA blog post, Executive Director Jen MacLean writes: "Random loot drops are a well-established game mechanic and a way to vary rewards and keep players interested and engaged. But when a player makes a real-money purchase of an unknown item – a loot box – we run the risk of triggering gambling laws.
"Those regulations are not always clear, and many people have noted that loot boxes are simply digital versions of collectible card games, but we cannot ignore the fact that video games face increased scrutiny, concern, and regulation because of their immersive nature."
International Game Developers Association Wants New Loot Box Standards
The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) has called for the video game industry to take action on loot boxes before more governments do.
In an IGDA blog post, Executive Director Jen MacLean writes: "Random loot drops are a well-established game mechanic and a way to vary rewards and keep players interested and engaged. But when a player makes a real-money purchase of an unknown item – a loot box – we run the risk of triggering gambling laws.
"Those regulations are not always clear, and many people have noted that loot boxes are simply digital versions of collectible card games, but we cannot ignore the fact that video games face increased scrutiny, concern, and regulation because of their immersive nature."