Joss Whedon has already voiced his reservations about a potential standalone movie for the Hulk, and has been speaking again about why he finds the character problematic. “The Hulk is the most difficult Marvel property,” says Whedon. “Is he a monster? Is he a hero? Are you going to root …
Read More »Tomb Raider boasts 1m players in 48 hours
Tomb Raider hit the one million player milestone in less than two days, according to developer Crystal Dynamics. Karl Stewart, global brand manager at the studio, said the series reboot has made a strong commercial start and thanked fans for their early support. He posted on Twitter: “Wow, 1m gamers …
Read More »First look at Jena Malone and Jeffrey Wright in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire has so far taken a pretty classy approach to marketing the film, opting for some in-character promo in place of the usual one-sheet business. So far we’ve had Capitol portraits for Katniss, Haymitch , Cinna , Effie Trinket and Caesar Flickerman , and now it’s …
Read More »Harrison Ford signs on for Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
Anchorman: The Legend Continues has announced a major casting coup, with none other than Harrison Ford announced as the latest addition to the comedy ensemble. The Hollywood Reporter (opens in new tab) reports that Ford has signed on to play a rival news anchor, one held in significantly more esteem …
Read More »Aliens: Colonial Marines dev TimeGate suffers layoffs
(opens in new tab) Aliens: Colonial Marines co-developer TimeGate Studios has confirmed a recent round of layoffs at the company. While the Houston, Texas-based firm didn’t detail the extent of the cuts, Polygon sources indicate that about 25 employees were let go following the collapse of a publishing deal. TimeGate …
Read More »Metro: Last Light release date confirmed
Koch Media has announced a new Metro: Last Light release date of May 14, 2013 in Northern and Latin America and May 17 across Europe. Former publisher THQ had planned to release the shooter sequel in March, but the launch window has changed since Koch Media bought the rights to …
Read More »Video games do not cause violence according to former FBI profiler
A former FBI analyst has stated on CBS News: “It’s my experience that video games do not cause violence.” Former FBI Senior Profiler Mary Ellen O’Toole explained her professional stance on the subject in a live debate on Sunday, discussing the link between violent games and the Sandy Hook Elementary …
Read More »Respawn Entertainment plans debut at E3 2013
Respawn Entertainment will finally appear at E3 this year, meaning a reveal for its mysterious sci-fi shooter is likely. Studio co-founder Vince Zampella tweeted that the developer composed largely of ex-Infinity Ward talent will make its public debut at the expo in June, and it will have something to show …
Read More »Kodi Smit-McPhee joins Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes
Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes is fast beginning to swell its cast of human players, with Kodi Smit-McPhee the latest to join the growing ensemble. Last week saw Zero Dark Thirty star Jason Clarke sign on to join the production, and now Let Me In ’s Smit-McPhee has …
Read More »Harrison Ford confirmed to return as Han Solo in Star Wars Episode VII?
Harrison Ford has signed on to return to the Star Wars universe in Star Wars Episode VII , Latino Review – via Fox News – has confirmed. Famed Latino Review scooper El Mayimbe appeared on Fox News to announce the story, saying it’s a “done deal”. Ford famously tried to …
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