EA has revealed that it doesn’t believe Battlefield 2042 met expectations at launch, but says it’s “fully committed” to making it a better game. The publisher took the time to address Battlefield 2042’s controversial launch during its Q3 earnings call. “We did have a challenge in Q3 as the launch …
Read More »Encantos scrapped post-credits scene is now available to watch online
Encanto, Disney’s latest animated movie, was meant to have a post-credits scene, though it was ultimately cut. However, the movie’s co-director Jared Bush has now shared the short scene on Twitter. Encanto follows the Madrigals, a Colombian family who all have magical gifts – except for Mirabel (voiced by Stephanie …
Read More »The Batman director Matt Reeves on Paul Dano’s Riddler: “He’s not just a serial killer”
The Batman is not an origin story – not for Robert Pattinson’s version of the Caped Crusader, anyway. Director Matt Reeves, though, saw the movie as an opportunity to dig into the origins of those characters around Batman. “Early on, this idea of doing a serial-killer story popped into my …
Read More »Sony is buying Bungie for $3.6 billion
Sony is buying Destiny 2 developer and Halo creator Bungie for $3.6 billion. A joint press release confirms that Sony “has entered into definitive talks” with Bungie, meaning this deal is simply a matter of time at this stage. Bungie will retain its independence and its ability to self-publish after …
Read More »It Takes Two movie and TV adaptations in the works
It Takes Two movie and TV series adaptations are in the works, with a deal being struck between game developer Hazelight Studios and dj2 Entertainment. According to Variety (opens in new tab), dj2 Entertainment has yet to find a studio or network for either the It Takes Two movie or …
Read More »James Gunn says Peacemaker season 2 is likely – and another The Suicide Squad spin-off is in the works
James Gunn has given an update on his DC universe projects – and it seems Peacemaker season 2 is a strong possibility, while another The Suicide Squad spin-off is said to be in early development. Peacemaker follows John Cena’s titular The Suicide Squad character as he joins another team to …
Read More »Death Stranding Directors Cut PC release date and upgrade cost revealed
Death Stranding Director’s Cut is coming to PC in just over two months’ time. The release date for Kojima Productions’ re-release was announced overnight, confirming it’ll be here in a little over two months from now. Death Stranding Director’s Cut will be available on PC via both Steam and the …
Read More »The Book of Boba Fett episode 5 answers an oddly specific Star Wars: A New Hope question
Warning: Spoilers ahead for The Book of Boba Fett episode 5! Turn back now if you’re not caught up on the latest episode on Disney Plus! The Book of Boba Fett episode 5 is packed with Easter eggs linking to the rest of the Star Wars saga, from that prequel …
Read More »Justice League and Wonder Woman comic book series hit with new delays due to “supply chain challenges”
Supply chain issues continue to plague DC’s comic book publishing line, leading the publisher to announce delays to two of its higher-profile titles, Justice League and Wonder Woman. Justice League #73 cover (Image credit: Yanick Paquette/Nathan Fairbairn (DC)) (opens in new tab) The most recent issue of Justice League, #71 …
Read More »Lex Luthor becomes Batman … well, almost … in Batman #120
Update: DC surprised readers when its solicitations for March’s Batman #121 suggested Lex Luthor could take on the identity of Batman (see that story below). But readers of February 1’s Batman #120 (opens in new tab) might be even more surprised when Lex becomes a Dark Knight a month earlier …
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