Video games are a wonderful thing. Ever since the medium first started gaining mainstream prominence in the late 1970s, its fans have not been able to get enough of the virtual playgrounds. Developers who want players to get the most out of their experience often add optional activities. The variety of these tasks differ greatly from game to game and genre to genre, but they are lumped into one category known as side quests....
At one point, picturing Darth Maul as a prevalent Star Wars character was a difficult thing to do. In fact, most casual Star Wars fans probably don’t know that Maul is still alive. He survived the duel on Naboo and has since popped up numerous times throughout Star Wars lore, not just in the Legends but also in the new Canon. Having been featured multiple times on Star Wars: Rebels, Maul is perhaps the most blatantly prequel-related Star Wars entity to weasel its way into Lucasfilm’s nostalgia-heavy run with Disney....
Last year was fraught with a number of unexpected celebrity breakups that left fans utterly heartbroken. Particularly painful was the split between Chris Pratt and Anna Faris, who were married for eight years before announcing their separation in August of 2017. Unfortunately, it does seem like 2018 is off to an even hotter start, with dozens of celebrity couples calling it quits within just the last few months. Much like the Pratt/Faris split, many were shocked to recently hear that Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have also decided to go their separate ways....
The world of television production is one of the most highly-competitive and high-pressure environments in the world - and the CW network is no exception. Standards are high and actors are frequently expendable in the face of a multi-million dollar production. While some actors may be in high demand and forced to make a choice between projects, many of them do not leave their series on good terms. In fact, a goodly portion of them were fired from the shows they starred in....
One Tree Hill was an iconic show that ran for a whopping 9 seasons. It did a good job of epitomizing trends of the early 21st century – crop tops, web cams, and pop punk music – while at the same time continuing classic themes from dramas and soap operas since the beginning of television – sibling rivalry, betrayal, and extremely moody and troubled protagonists. One Tree Hill was one of those television shows that went on for way too long, but that we watched until the very end....
Every great hero needs a great villain. Audiences are supposed to support the protagonist as he or she defies the odds and the weight of expectation to triumph. But often, the bad guys are magnetic, powerful, or just plain crazy enough to pull viewers’ eyes and interests away from whatever’s happening with the hero. Pushing a villain into over-the-top territory is a risky move, as it can so quickly backfire if the writing, direction, or performance misses the target in any way....
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been running rings around the DC Extended Universe for several years now, but DC properties have had a far longer run in terms of movies and television shows than the ones created by Marvel. The first true blockbuster superhero movie belonged to DC in the form of Superman: The Movie, while the Batman movie that was released in 1989 proved that darker tales could be told using established characters....
The CW has produced so many of television’s most beloved shows. Originally created as a result of the merger of UPN and The WB, who made hit shows like Buffy The Vampire Slayer, the new network was exclusively geared towards teen drama. It’s now a hub for superhero dramas as well as soap operas. The network has a vibe that doesn’t necessarily fit in anywhere else on television. The shows are quirky, melodramatic, and tend to be slightly cheesy, but it’s a formula that typically works....
Following on the heels of an initial teaser trailer for the upcoming film adaptation from director Juan Antonio Bayona (The Orphanage), viewers who have already begun anticipating the forthcoming theatrical release of A Monster Calls are in for something quiet unlike anything that has come before. Based in part on the 2011 children’s fantasy novel by Patrick Ness, the film in question features the voice of Liam Neeson (Run All Night) a giant tree monster in a contemporary horror fable sure to give with more than a passing thematic resemblance to this summer’s Stephen Spielberg family feature, The BFG....
Adam Driver unexpectedly saved the day on Ben Affleck’s son’s birthday by swooping in with some seriously impressive Star Wars gifts. Affleck and Driver are set to appear together in the upcoming Ridley Scott historical drama-thriller, The Last Duel. But for now, Affleck is promoting his upcoming sports-drama film The Way Back, directed by Gavin O’Connor. Leading up to The Way Back’s March 6th release, Affleck has spoken at length about his career and personal life....
Wireless standards continue to evolve, and while the iPhone 13 supports Wi-Fi 6, Apple is expected to adopt the more advanced Wi-Fi 6e tech in the iPhone 14. However, a new Ming-Chi Kuo report says that the company may find key components in short supply. We previously outlined the key benefit of Wi-Fi 6e over the plain Wi-Fi 6 version … The executive summary is that there are certain radio bands that only Wi-Fi 6e devices can use, meaning less congestion and faster speeds....
Theater fans were recently introduced to a number of different Spider-Men in the recent animated release of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The animated film focused mostly on Miles Morales, the Ultimate Spider-Man, while also introducing characters like Spider-Gwen, Sp//dr, Spider-Man Noir, and Peter Porker, Spider-Ham. However, it was the final tease of yet another Spider-Man that really had fans talking, as Spider-Man 2099 appeared in his fan-favorite costume. Spider-Man 2099 is Miguel O’Hara and he is likely to play a large role in the Spider-Verse sequel, so today we are going to learn a little bit more about the iconic costume that dropped a few jaws when it appeared on screen in Spider-Verse....
Of course, for an event as big as New York Comic Con, the list of all the actors, artists, and other guests attending can be somewhat daunting, so we’ve narrowed down the list of autograph signings and photo ops for your convenience. As such, here are the 11 most exciting guests you should try to meet at this year’s New York Comic Con. For the full list of autograph signings and photo ops, check the New York Comic Con site....
12. Overwatch Emerged From An MMO Codenamed “Project Titan” It’s been 17 years since Blizzard started a new franchise; even the immensely popular Hearthstone is an extension of the Warcraft universe. For a long time, it looked like the next new IP would be “Titan,” a superhero MMO in development for seven years at the time it was cancelled. Shortly after Blizzard announced its cancellation, Overwatch appeared, and it’s not hard to imaging the latter as an evolution of “Titan....
Mapping a television series is an arduous task. There’s a relentless pressure to stay true to a show’s roots while also repeatedly upping the stakes. What flourishes one season may fizzle another, and the smallest misstep could unravel momentum entirely. Producers must not only appeal to viewers, but also keep their cast, crew, and network assuaged. A shift in behind-the-scenes structure could easily throw everything off balance. It’s particularly difficult when there’s not a clear end....
Big Little Lies is one of the most talked-about shows on television right now. The acclaimed first season followed the lives of five very different women and their families in a rich California society. As the characters deal with their complex and often dark personal lives, there is also a murder at the center of it all. The intrigue and drama continue in Season 2 with the notable addition of Meryl Streep to the already impressive cast....
On-screen, NBC’s hit series The Blacklist is riddled with hidden agendas and scandals. But what about off-screen? What goes on behind the scenes? What seething, sinister secrets sit below the surface of that silver screen? What betrayals? What injustices? If you watch The Blacklist, then you live with constant curiosity. Fans of the show are presented with an overwhelming myriad of mysteries. For five long years, you have waited patiently for the show’s creators to offer any tiny scrap of revelation....
Doctor Strange’s body has been weird for more than fifty years. In comics, Doctor Strange debuted in 1963. In Marvel Universe continuity he’s been fighting evil the same amount of time, predating the Fantastic Four and the Avengers. Doctor Strange moves through a incredibly weird world, so it’s no surprise his body is a little freaky too. In a sense, Stephen Strange’s entire history revolves around his body. As a genius neurosurgeon, he defined himself by hands that worked medical magic....
Halfway through another work week, all of today’s best deals kick off with a pair of all-time lows on Apple’s latest Macs. Right now, you can score 24-inch M1 iMac models from $1,199 alongside up to $500 off 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro. That’s on top of a Nomad Apple accessory spring sale. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. Apple 24-inch M1 iMac return to lows at up to $150 off Offering a much more affordable package for bringing M1 to the desktop compared to the new Mac Studio and Studio display, the latest 24-inch iMac still manages to deliver high-end performance in a slick design....
There just isn’t any other film series quite like the Fast & Furious film series. Known for its jaw-dropping stunts, fast-paced action, exotic locations, and high-powered cast, the franchise doesn’t look like it’s going to be slowing down anytime soon. From its humble beginnings way back in 2001 with The Fast and the Furious, the series has seen Dominic Toretto and his crew of thieves and hijackers grow into one of the most successful film franchises of all time....
