Culture | Attack of the Fanboy https://attackofthefanboy.com Video Game Guides, Reviews, News & More Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:44:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 210960377 This ‘Persona 5’ Cosplay Brings One Of the Game’s Best Girls To Life https://attackofthefanboy.com/gaming/this-persona-5-cosplay-brings-one-of-the-games-best-girls-to-life/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/gaming/this-persona-5-cosplay-brings-one-of-the-games-best-girls-to-life/#respond Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:44:28 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=986660 Atlus’ Persona 5 is a stunning JRPG that shifted the landscape of what the genre could be back when it dropped in 2016. Since then, the many characters that players encounter along their journey to change the hearts of some of society’s worst adults have become pop-culture icons that are easily recognized even by those that haven’t played the game.

A recent cosplay by alice_kelstkaya on Reddit’s r/cosplay board proves this, bringing one of the game’s most popular characters to life in a stunning photoshoot.

Alice_Kelstkaya’s Futaba Sakura Cosplay Perfectly Captures Everyone’s Favorite Shut-In

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Not only is the cosplayer’s costume on-point, wearing an outfit that is 1:1 with Futaba’s overworld appearance for a majority of the game, the cosplayer is posed perfectly in front of a slick gaming setup, reminiscent of when Joker and the rest of the party first encounter Futaba in-game.

Despite Persona 5 rapidly approaching its 10-year anniversary, the title still has a devoted fanbase that celebrate everything from the characters, world-building, and combat system. Cosplayers like this, that hold so much love for the cast after all this time, exemplify Persona 5‘s staying power in the modern gaming landscape.

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How to submit answers to the Taylor Swift 1989 Vault quiz https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/how-to-submit-answers-to-taylor-swift-1989-vault-quiz/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/how-to-submit-answers-to-taylor-swift-1989-vault-quiz/#respond Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:38:39 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=950148 Taylor Swift fans have a huge task ahead. She released a quiz in partnership with Google called the “Taylor Swift Vault”, named after the blue vault that pops up on your browser when you start the quiz. Any fan can participate in it and submit their answer. All they have to do is find the word or sentence that matches the hint shown for them. There are 99 puzzles available and, globally, fans have the goal of solving these puzzles 33 million times to open the vault.

Here’s how to participate in the Taylor Swift Vault and submit answers to it.

How to submit answers to Taylor Swift’s Vault on Google

Here’s how to know your Taylor vault answer was sent correctly.

  1. Search for “Taylor Swift” on Google. The results page will open and a blue vault will drop from the top of your screen.
  2. Tap the blue vault. A puzzle will show up, along with a hint.
  3. Figure out the puzzle answer. It’s usually related to lyrics of Taylor Swift’s songs.
  4. When you think you solved it, type the answer to the Taylor Swift vault puzzle it in the search bar on the same page where the vault is open. Confirm to search for it.
  5. If you got the answer right, a popup will appear saying you solved the puzzle. If it doesn’t show up, your answer is wrong and you must go back to the previous page and try again.
  6. Click “New Puzzle” to try another one.
  7. If you don’t want to solve the puzzle Google gave you, click the blue vault again then select “New Puzzle”.

What’s inside Taylor Swift’s vault on Google? All 1989 (Taylor’s Version) tracks

Taylor Swift’s Vault revealed all songs coming in 1989 (Taylor’s Version) upcoming album. They are:

  • Is it Over Now?
  • Now That We Don’t Talk
  • Say Don’t Go
  • Suburban Legends

To open the vault and hear Taylor Swift’s message, click the vault and her voice message revealing the tracks will immediately play. You can still play and solve more puzzles after that, if you want.

Why isn’t the Taylor vault showing up on Google?

If you can’t see the Taylor vault, try changing your browser as it may not be compatible. Otherwise, this promotional minigame may have ended and fans may have solved 33 million puzzles globally, which was the final goal for the vault to open.

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How to Read the Remembrance of Earth’s Past Trilogy in Order https://attackofthefanboy.com/entertainment/how-to-read-the-remembrance-of-earths-past-trilogy-in-order/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/entertainment/how-to-read-the-remembrance-of-earths-past-trilogy-in-order/#respond Tue, 20 Jun 2023 18:21:36 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=929965 One of the many projects unveiled during Netflix’s Tudum 2023 event was a television adaption of Liu Cixin’s critically-acclaimed science-fiction novel The Three-Body Problem, the first in the author’s Rememerbence of the Earth trilogy. While sci-fi enthusiasts will undoubtedly be interested in reading the trilogy before the Netflix series airs, the chronological order of the main series and its spin-offs can be tricky to decipher. To help you plot your journey through this generation-spanning sci-fi epic, here’s how to read the Remembrance of Earth’s past series in order.

All the Remembrance of the Earth Novels in Order

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Like most other trilogies, it’s best to read the Remembrance of the Earth series in the order each book was released. The first book in the series is set at the earliest point in the centuries-spanning timeline that the series follows, making it an obvious jumping-off point for new readers.

  • Book 1: The Three-Body Problem
  • Book 2: The Dark Forest
  • Book 3: Death’s End

While the three books listed above form the main body of the series, the trilogy’s story continues in a novel, The Redemption of Time. Originally written as a work of fanfiction written by a dedicated Remembrance of the Earth fan named Li Jun under the title Three-Body X: Aeon of Contemplation, Cixin was so impressed with the story’s loyalty to its source material that he fully endorsed the project. Soon after, The Redemption of Time would be officially released in print by the original trilogy’s publisher, Chongqing Press.

Related: Red Rising Series Order: Your Guide to Every Book and Graphic Novel in the Saga

What is the Remembrance of the Earth Novels About?

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In the Remembrance of the Earth trilogy, a search for extra-terrestrial life (or SETI) experiment carried out by the Chinese government results in humanity making first contact with the Trisolarans, a highly-advanced but hostile alien race native to a world caught between the fluctuating orbit of three stars. After a misanthropic scientist named Ye Wenjie broadcasts Earth’s location to the Trisolarians, humanity comes together to prepare for the aliens’ arrival, with the fate of both human and Trisolarian civilization hanging precariously in the balance.

Has The Three-Body Problem Been Adapted Before?

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Netflix first announced its plans to adapt The Three-Body Problem into a television series in 2020, but this isn’t the first time that one or more books in the trilogy have been translated into other storytelling mediums. Within China, The Three-Body Problem was adapted into two separate animated series by the Chinese animation studio Bilibili, with the first being made in Minecraft. The Three-body Problem was also adapted into a live-action television series, but a proposed film based on the book was postponed indefinitely.

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10 Best Games to Play at School https://attackofthefanboy.com/pc-games/10-best-games-to-play-at-school/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/pc-games/10-best-games-to-play-at-school/#respond Mon, 22 May 2023 19:15:29 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=923742 For decades, video games have been classified as one of the greatest threats the educational system has ever faced. Whether it’s teachers complaining about students who never take their eyes off their mobile devices or psychologists warning about the possible effects gaming could have on young minds, the dominant narrative asserts that video games and schooling cannot or should not mix. However, this narrow-minded view of gaming ignores video games’ educational potential.

While the phrase “educational game” is usually associated with video games designed to teach math, spelling, and other subjects to younger children, they aren’t the only games that can be used to educate students. When paired with the right lesson plan, many popular mainstream games can go from a classroom nuisance to an interactive teaching experience that will appeal to and educate even the most troubled students. Here are the top 10 best games to play at school!

1. Minecraft: Education Edition

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Minecraft is one of the most popular video games ever created, and most students would jump at the chance to play it in class without hesitation. At base, Minecraft: Java Edition can be used to teach students how to build structures within an unconventional environment and utilize their resources carefully. However, Minecraft: Education Edition cranks the block-based game’s educational potential up to eleven.

Designed by Mojang Studios to be used in classrooms, Minecraft: Education Edition includes additional resources that allow teachers to create lesson plans that utilize Minecraft’s iconic and addictive break-and-build gameplay formula. It also gives them helpful restrictive tools that can be used to keep rowdier students in line and on task.

Much like the base product, Minecraft: Education Edition’s strength lies in its ability to appeal to players of all ages. While elementary school teachers can use blocks to teach students how to count and spell, secondary school instructors can use Miencraft’s more advanced mechanics to teach students the ins and outs of engineering, chemistry, and geology.

2. The Oregon Trail

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The Oregon Trail has been a staple of school computer rooms for decades, and it’s had just as much time to refine itself into one of the best educational video games ever coded. First released in 1972, The Oregon Trail has been re-released over twenty times, with each version targeting different age demographics and featuring unique gameplay mechanics to entertain and challenge players.

Regardless of which version of the game you’re playing, The Oregon Trail will teach you valuable lessons about the perils that pioneers in the 1800s had to endure as they set out to build new lives for themselves in the West. With the success of your journey hinging entirely on your ability to keep a wagon of settlers healthy and alive with limited resources, The Oregan Trail teaches children how to plan for the long term, deal with sudden and unpredictable disasters, and appreciate what past generations had to suffer through to secure a better future for themselves and their descendants.

3. World Rescue

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Developed by ZU Digital as a contender (and eventual winner) of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization’s International Gaming Challenge, World Rescue might feel familiar to those who grew up watching Captain Planet and the Planeteers. While it doesn’t feature an environmentalism-inspired superhero, World Rescue does put players in the shoes of six extraordinary young people from six different countries who take it upon themselves to battle climate change and the negative impact it’s had on their homelands.

Incorporating real-world sustainability goals set by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, World Rescue is an excellent way for teachers to educate students about real-world issues like disaster-related displacement, droughts, and pollution. World Rescue also demonstrates effective ways that the next generation can combat environmental problems and work towards sustainability within their local community, showing that the power to change the world is in their hands.

3. Civilization 6

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Civilization simulator games have always been one of the popular video game genres, and it has inspired countless players to take up a career in archeology and sociology. While previous entries in the series may be easier for some teachers to get, Civilization 6 is the most up-to-date version of the crown jewel of civilization simulation games.

Starting players at the earliest documented point in human history, Civilization 6 tasks players to build a prosperous civilization that survives from then to the modern era. As their fledging settlement grows into an expansive empire, players will witness first-hand how societies evolve and how events like war and scientific advancement impact them. With almost every human civilization represented in a historically accurate way within the game, Civilization 6 will teach players things about the history of humanity that they may never have learned otherwise.

4. Democracy 3

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While it may not be a game you want to introduce to younger students, Democracy 3 is perfect for older children interested in politics. Once it’s set you up as President or Prime Minister of a given nation, Democracy 3 challenges you to successfully run your government by passing effective policies, managing economics, and maintaining domestic security.

No matter which nation you end up leading, Democracy 3 expects you to run it well. With a sleek gameplay loop that gets right into the nitty-gritty of running a country, sociology teachers can use Democracy 3 to show the aspiring leaders of tomorrow that being in an elected office is about keeping the promises you make and doing right by the citizens who’ve put their faith in you.

Related: Top 10 Best Obbys To Play In Roblox

5. Portal & Portal 2

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Released to unexpected critical acclaim in 2007, Portal is a unique combination of platforming and physics-based puzzle solving that has continued to delight fans for over a decade. To the surprise of virtually no one, the 2011 sequel Portal 2 was just as beloved, and both can be excellent educational tools for students in science classes.

With a heavy focus on physics, both Portal and Portal 2 can be used by science teachers to give students a hands-on demonstration of concepts like momentum and refraction. The Portal series’ emphasis on platforming and puzzle solving can also teach invaluable life skills like spatial navigation, situational awareness, and the importance of looking at problems from new perspectives. Both games could even be an effective way to showcase the dangers of manipulation, with GLaDos being a textbook example of a toxic acquaintance.

6. Kerbal Space Program

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While many may have learned about Kerbal Space Program through videos of video game commentators building poorly designed (and often inappropriately shaped) spacecraft, the game is far from a one-note joke. Developed by the Mexican studio Squad, Kerbal Space Program tasks players to build functional spaceships that will make the titular green aliens’ dreams of space travel a reality. It could also be the spark that ignites a young student’s lifelong passion for engineering.

Featuring a variety of parts for players to build spacecraft with and an expanding tree of missions for them to complete, the realism of Kerbal Space Program’s ship-construction and spaceflight system has been praised by organizations like NASA. With a gameplay loop that asks players to learn from their mistakes and reach higher goals, Kerbal Space Program would be an excellent addition to any science class’s astronomy lessons.

7. Wordscapes

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Many of the greatest video games borrow elements from board games, and Wordscapes is no exception. A puzzle game that mixes the best parts of Boggle and the crossword sections of your morning newspaper, Wordscape challenges players to build as many words as possible using the 3-7 words spinning in the circle at the bottom of the screen.

With over 600 levels covering many difficulty settings, Wordscape is a great way to test students’ ability to spell words and promote deductive reasoning through the in-game hint system. While its nature as a mobile game will mean that teachers might have to make sure some students are playing the game and not wasting time on their phones, Wordscape could teach students new words that could become lifelong editions to their lexicons.

8. Stardew Valley

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Stardew Valley is regarded as one of the most relaxing games ever made, making it an excellent interactive education option for teachers who run high-energy classrooms. However, beneath its charming graphics and low-stress nature is a game with almost limitless educational potential.

As a farm management simulator, Stardew Valley can teach science and business students how to raise crops, tend to livestock, and manage finances. Outside of its agriculture system, Stardew Valley can also be used to teach younger players the importance of respecting the people around you, with its social simulation elements doing an excellent job of showing why you should always treat others with kindness.

Related: 10 Best Single-Player PC Games

9. Zoombinis

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The Zoombinis series leans more toward younger players than most of the other games on this list, but that doesn’t mean it can’t appeal to older students. While Logical Journey of the Zoombinis would go on to spawn two sequels, this original title is widely regarded as the best in the series.

Logical Journey of the Zoombinis tasks players with adding the titular blue furballs with legs as they flee their ancestral home to escape being enslaved by their hostile neighbors, the Glouts. By forming a group of Zoombinis to serve as a scouting party, players must solve logic-based puzzles to help the Zombinis travel to their new homes. These puzzles, while challenging, can help children develop logical reasoning skills that will help them later in life.

10. Dreams

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Sometimes, kids need a chance to forget the stress of school and have a bit of fun once in a while. While it may not teach any particular subjects, Dreams is an easy-to-play video game that can help students unwind while still letting them productively flex their cognitive muscles.

With nearly limitless creative options, Dream lets players build games and audio-visual experiences and play those made by other players. By creating and sharing dreams, students can exercise their artistic ability and learn about the interests of their peers. As long as they’re careful to make sure nothing inappropriate makes it into the final product, teachers can use Dreams to help shy students express themselves and form lasting friendships.

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Kaguya-Sama Season 3 Episode 6 Release Date and How to Watch https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/kaguya-sama-season-3-episode-6-release-date-and-how-to-watch/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/kaguya-sama-season-3-episode-6-release-date-and-how-to-watch/#respond Fri, 06 May 2022 19:52:31 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=836600 Kaguya-Sama fans are having the time of their lives, as both the original manga, currently on its last arc, and the third season of its anime adaptation, Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-, are going strong. But when will Kaguya-Sama Season 3 Episode 6 debut? And more importantly, where can you watch it? To answer that and more here’s when, where, and how to watch the upcoming sixth episode of Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-.

Kaguya-Sama: Season 3 Episode 6 Release Date and Time

The sixth episode of Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic- is set to be released on the morning of next Friday, May 13th, 2022. The episode is set to become available at 9:30 AM Pacific Time (PT).

Where to Watch the Sixth Episode of Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-

Fans of the adaptation will be able to watch the sixth episode exclusively on Crunchyroll and Funimation. It’s important to point out that to be able to watch the episode on release day you need to be a paid subscriber of either service. For those who prefer to watch the series’ dubbed version, the episode is set to be made available at a later date, as only two dubbed episodes are currently available at the time this article is being written. As usual, the episode is set to cover around three manga chapters and is set to run for around 19 to 20 minutes + opening and ending. kaguya-sama-season-3-episode-5-fujiwara-chika As we said above, you can watch all of the episodes of not only Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-, but also that of the anime series’ first two seasons right now, exclusively on Crunchyroll and Funimation. On another note, now that you know when and where to watch the sixth chapter of Kaguya-Sama: Love is War -Ultra Romantic-, don’t forget to check out where and when to watch the newest episode of the anime adaptation of Spy x Family.

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Spy x Family Episode 5: Release Date, Time, and How to Watch https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/spy-x-family-episode-5-release-date-time-and-how-to-watch/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/spy-x-family-episode-5-release-date-time-and-how-to-watch/#respond Thu, 05 May 2022 18:28:25 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=836563 Episode 5 of Spy x Family has nearly arrived, and here’s everything you need to know about the new episode including the best places to watch it. Spy x Family is already a fan favorite of this anime season based on the first four episodes alone, and the fifth episode is slated to answer questions raised in the last episode. Will Anya get into the Eden Academy? What’s next for the Forger family? You’ll have to watch to find out. Here’s what you need to know about Spy x Family episode 5.

Spy x Family Episode 5 Release Date and Time

The fifth episode of Spy x Family will be released on Saturday, May 7. The show is distributed via Crunchyroll and Hulu in most of the world. If you’re watching on Crunchyroll, then the episode will be available at the following times:

  • 8:30 AM PT
  • 10:30 AM CT
  • 11:30 AM ET
  • 4:30 PM GMT

The episode will be available subbed at that time, but an English dub is also available on Crunchyroll. However, the dub is behind the subbed version, so you won’t be able to watch the new episode of Spy x Family dubbed until next week. Episode 4’s dubbed version is releasing on Sunday, May 8 at 2:30 PM PT/5:30 PM ET, so expect to see the dubbed version of episode 5 a week after that.

How to Watch the New Spy x Family Episode

Crunchyroll is the best place to watch Spy x Family since the episodes will be available the soonest on that streaming platform, but Hulu subscribers can also watch the subbed version of the anime on that service as well. If you want to watch a dubbed version, your only option is Crunchyroll, and the dubbed episodes don’t release until later in the week. You can watch the anime on Crunchyroll for free, but the free version of Crunchyroll is only available in standard definition and features ads. A premium subscription ($7.99/month) offers HD streaming and no ads, and there’s a 14-day free trial available. On Hulu, you’ll need to pay for a subscription to watch since there’s no free version of the service. The cheapest Hulu plan is the ad-supported tier, which costs $6.99 per month. If you’re just looking to watch anime, then Crunchyroll is the better option between the two. Spy x Family is currently available to stream on Crunchyroll.

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Moon Knight Episode 4: Release Time, Leaks, and More https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/moon-knight-episode-4-release-time-leaks-and-more/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/moon-knight-episode-4-release-time-leaks-and-more/#respond Tue, 19 Apr 2022 01:43:23 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=834769 Moon Knight has officially reached its halfway point on Disney Plus, and episode 4 is nearly here for fans to enjoy. The third episode was primarily led by Marc Spector, which was a serious change of pace from the first two episodes that featured Steven Grant in the driver’s seat. In the third episode, Marc and Layla explored Cairo, fought some bad guys, and dealt with Egyptian gods – everything you’d expect from Moon Knight. However, with Khonshu now trapped and Marc seemingly left without the suit or its associated powers, episode 4 is shaping up to be an exciting one. Here’s when you can watch the next Moon Knight episode.

Moon Knight Episode 4 Release Date

Just like the previous episodes, Moon Knight episode 4 will be released on Disney Plus at 12:00 AM PT/3:00 AM ET on Wednesday, April 20. Here are the exact release times for a wide range of time zones.

  • Pacific Time: 12:00 AM PDT
  • Central Time: 2:00 AM CDT
  • Eastern Time: 3:00 AM EDT
  • British Time: 8:00 AM GMT
  • European Time: 9:00 AM CEST
  • Indian Time: 12:30 PM IST
  • Japan Time: 4:00 PM JST
  • Australian Time: 5:00 PM AEST

The new episode will be available to watch as soon as the clock strikes the release time in your region, so keep an eye on Disney Plus if you want to stream it as soon as it’s out.

Moon Knight Release Schedule

Moon Knight is a six-episode series much like Loki and The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, so it’s nearly over. The first three episodes have already been released, and there are three remaining. Here are the release dates for all 6 Moon Knight episodes.

  • Episode 1: March 30
  • Episode 2: April 6
  • Episode 3: April 13
  • Episode 4: April 20
  • Episode 5: April 27
  • Episode 6: May 4

Episodes are always released on Wednesdays at 12:00 AM PT/3:00 AM ET.

Moon Knight Episode 4 Leaks

Episode 4 was the final episode given to reviewers ahead of the show’s release, and it’s supposedly the best episode so far. Moon Knight has been a consistently great show since its debut, and it’s easily one of the best Marvel series to hit Disney Plus so far. Episode 4 reportedly ends on a huge cliffhanger, so it looks like things are just going to get worse for Marc and Layla. Not much is known about the exact events of the episode, but the critics who have seen it have called it one of the darkest episodes of the entire show. With what we’ve seen so far, that’s saying something. It’s shaping up to be an exciting episode, and thankfully, you’ll be able to stream it very soon. Moon Knight is currently available to stream on Disney Plus.

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Who Did Marvel Edit Out of the Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer? https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/who-did-marvel-edit-out-of-the-thor-love-and-thunder-trailer/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/who-did-marvel-edit-out-of-the-thor-love-and-thunder-trailer/#respond Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:14:16 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=834734 After months and months of waiting, Marvel has finally released the first trailer for Thor: Love and Thunder. However, the first teaser trailer for Thor’s fourth solo film has brought with it more questions than answers. A short shot in the Thor: Love and Thunder trailer features a mysteriously empty spot, and fans think that Marvel has edited out a secret character that’s supposed to be present in that scene. Marvel Studios is no stranger to editing trailers to keep secrets. Spider-Man: No Way Home‘s trailer featured a shot of Tom Holland landing near the Statue of Liberty, a scene that featured Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in the final film. 2019’s Avengers: Endgame also featured an edited shot of the trailer, although it was only Gwyneth Paltrow’s Pepper Potts that was removed from a scene in that instance.

Who is Missing from the Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer?

It’s clear that someone is being hidden in the Thor trailer, since a shot of Thor and Korg has way too much empty space to the left of the duo. Someone is supposed to be there, but who? Fans have plenty of guesses, and since Love and Thunder has a huge ensemble cast featuring Russell Crowe as Zeus, Christian Bale as Gorr, and many of the Guardians of the Galaxy reprising their roles, there are plenty of possibilities for this mystery character. Thor-Love-and-Thunder-Jane-Foster-Mighty-Thor

Jane Foster: Mighty Thor

While there are countless fan theories about exciting cameos and character reveals, the most likely candidate for the third person in this shot is Natalie Portman’s Jane Foster, who will make her debut as the Mighty Thor in this film. Jane wielding Mjolnir was the final shot of the trailer, and Marvel likely wanted to save her costumed debut for the stinger. That’s why she was most likely removed from the shot with Thor and Korg. Jane Foster is confirmed to be in the film (obviously), so her inclusion in that shot would be a disappointingly normal explanation for this editing coverup. Still, there are other people that could accompany Thor and co. throughout the film, and fans think that it may not be Portman’s character in that scene. Thor-Love-and-Thunder-Beta-Ray-Bill

Beta Ray Bill

Fans have been begging for Beta Ray Bill to enter the MCU for years at this point, and some people think that he could be the mystery character standing next to Thor in the trailer. Beta Ray Bill is worthy and can lift Thor’s hammer, Mjolnir, and he’s a fan favorite among comic readers. He was initially supposed to be featured in Thor: Ragnarok as a cameo, but director Taika Waititi decided it wouldn’t do justice to the character. Since Waititi is back directing Love and Thunder, he could introduce Beta Ray Bill in a much more serious capacity this time around. It’d be a great moment for fans, but it could take away from Jane Foster’s time in the spotlight as Thor, so it’s still a tossup to see whether or not he’ll make the cut. Hercules-Thor-Love-and-Thunder

Hercules

Love and Thunder is set to introduce a wide array of new gods to the MCU, and if Russell Crowe is playing Zeus, then it makes sense for Hercules to make an appearance as well. Hercules has been a rumored character for the film for quite some time now, although nothing concrete has surfaced in regards to casting, costuming, or any other leaks. Hercules and Thor have clashed several times throughout comic book history, and Hercules seems like a character that Taika Waititi would want to play around with in one of his films. Even if it’s just for brief cameo, Hercules has a solid chance of appearing in Love and Thunder. He may not be the one edited out of the trailer, but you may see this Marvel god on the big screen in July. Thor-Love-and-Thunder-Loki

Loki

This is a long shot, but there’s no character more used to longshots than the Norse God of Mischief himself. Tom Hiddleston’s Loki has become one of the most popular characters in the MCU since his introduction in the first Thor film and, more importantly, his role as the antagonist of the first Avengers movie. Since then, he’s appeared in every single Thor movie to date and even has his own Disney Plus series that’s slated for a second season. The Loki show gave MCU fans their first serious taste of the multiverse, introducing the concept of variants, the Time Variance Authority, and the Sacred Timeline. While the original Loki perished at the hands of Thanos in Avengers: Infinity War, a Loki variant escaped to our timeline and has quickly been caught up to speed throughout the first season of his show. While it may not be time just yet, a reunion between Thor and Loki would be a huge crowd-pleasing moment for fans. With Loki set to appear in another season of his own show on Disney Plus, and with the God of Mischief being rumored for other appearances in films like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, there’s a slim chance that he could appear in Thor: Love and Thunder. Again, this is a huge longshot (and mostly just wishful thinking), but even a brief appearance from Tom Hiddleston would be highly appreciated. Plus, it’s exactly the type of thing Marvel would want to keep under wraps with an edited trailer. While we wait to see who’s really supposed to be in this scene, there’s still plenty of Marvel goodness to enjoy. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness premieres in just under a month, and Moon Knight is just over its halfway point on Disney Plus. Thor: Love and Thunder hits theaters on July 8, 2022 in the United States.

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Like the Moon Knight Show? Read These 5 Comics Next. https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/best-moon-knight-comics-reading-order/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/best-moon-knight-comics-reading-order/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 23:44:22 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=834192 Moon Knight is shaping up to be one of the best MCU shows on Disney Plus, and the series is most people’s first-ever introduction to the Fist of Khonshu. Moon Knight has been around in Marvel Comics for decades, but he’s never been as big as Spider-Man, Captain America, or any of the other existing MCU types. Marc Spector/Steven Grant/Jake Lockley lead some of Marvel’s best comics though, and new readers will be happy to hear that there are dozens upon dozens of fantastic Moon Knight comic books to dive into. Here’s everything you need to know to get started reading Moon Knight comics if you love the Disney Plus show.

Which Moon Knight Comics Should You Read?

Moon Knight has been written by countless different authors over the years, and his comic book personality (or should we say personalities) is a bit different than the one portrayed by Oscar Isaac in the show. If you want some goofier stories, then you can start with Moon Knights’ earlier appearances. If you want something closer to the show’s tone and feel though, then you should pick up some newer issues. You can purchase any of these recommended Moon Knight comics digitally on websites like Comixology, pick them up from a bookstore or local comic shop, or read them using a service like Marvel Unlimited. Marvel Unlimited is the easiest option, as you’ll have Moon Knight’s entire history at your fingertips.

Moon Knight’s First Appearance

Moon Knight didn’t get his start in his own comic series. He instead debuted in Werewolf by Night #32 in August 1975 as an antagonist. Because he was battling the Werewolf by Night, Marvel gave him moon-related powers and silver weapons (every werewolf’s weakness).

It’s a silly issue from the ’70s, so it’s very different from the Moon Knight we know today. It’s still a fun read, however, and Marvel actually gave the issue away for free via a QR code hidden in the first episode of the Moon Knight Disney Plus series. Moon-Knight-First-Apperance-Comic

Moon Knight Epic Collection: Bad Moon Rising

After multiple guest appearances in Werewolf by Night, Hulk, Spectacular Spider-Man, and more, Moon Knight finally got his own book in 1980. The first few issues of the series expand on his origin story and explain how he came to meet Khonshu and gain his powers. Just like his Werewolf by Night appearance, Moon Knight’s earliest issues are very different from his modern incarnation. However, if you’re one of those people that needs to start at the very beginning, then it’s not unreadable. Plus, it’s still relatively recent compared to superheroes that debuted much, much earlier like Spider-Man. Moon Knight’s first few issues and all of his guest appearances are collected in Moon Knight Epic Collection: Bad Moon Rising. Moon-Knight-2021-Comic

Moon Knight Volume 1: The Midnight Mission (2021)

This is the latest Moon Knight run, so it’s the perfect place to start. This run is actually still ongoing and set to finish in June 2022, so you’ll be experiencing everything alongside existing Moon Knight fans and readers if you pick it up. This volume collects the first 6 issues of the run, and a second volume will be released with the second half of the story at a later date. This run sees Mr. Knight opening a safe haven for people called the Midnight Mission. All the while, Moon Knight still fights crime when night falls. There’s also some drama going on between Marc and Khonshu on top of everything. It’s a great run, but there are some other options if you’re not interested. Moon-Knight-Bendis-Comic

Moon Knight by Bendis/Maleev (2011)

In 2011, authors Brian Michael Bendis (Ultimate Spider-Man) and Alex Maleev (Daredevil) joined together to create one of the most unique spins on Moon Knight to ever be printed. If you’re a diehard MCU fan, then this is the series you’ll want to read, because Marc Spector’s personalities are Captain America, Wolverine, and Spider-Man in this iteration. You’ll still see Marc Spector and his other alter egos, but some of Marvel’s biggest heroes are also stuck in Marc’s mind this time around. This leads to some great moments, and this series is absolutely worth a read. It’s only a 12-issue run as well, so you can binge the whole thing in a day or two. Moon-Knight-Lemire-Comic

Moon Knight Volume 1: Lunatic (2016)

This run, helmed by Jeff Lemire, is an all-time great Moon Knight story. Marc Spector wakes up as a patient of an insane asylum without any powers, calling all of his past adventures into question. It’s a brilliant setup that’s immediately interesting, and things only ramp up from there. The Moon Knight Disney Plus series takes a ton of inspiration from this run, so it’s the best for fans of the show. The entire run is comprised of 3 volumes, but you can get away with just reading the first volume if you don’t want to delve too deep into the story. You’ll probably want to keep reading once you finish volume 1 though, so it’s great that each volume isn’t too expensive. It’s a mind-bending adventure with stunning art that is still hailed as one of the hero’s best stories to this day. Moon Knight is currently available to stream on Disney Plus.

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Bone-crunching Mortal Kombat Movie Trailer Released https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/bone-crunching-mortal-kombat-movie-trailer-released/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/bone-crunching-mortal-kombat-movie-trailer-released/#respond Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:05:08 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=769077 Warner Bros. has now released the first explosive trailer for the new Mortal Kombat movie releasing later this year. It’s been well over 20 years since we received the first two live action movies which were made in the ’90s. Warner Bros. is releasing the 2021 Mortal Kombat movie both in theaters as well as HBO Max later this year. Fans will be happy to know that the movie will be available at no extra cost if you stream it at home on HBO Max. The new trailer shows many of the fan favorite characters that will be in the new movie. Some of the recognizable fighters in the movie include the likes of Sub-Zero, Scorpion, Sonya Blade, Liu Kang and many more. Sadly, this new take on the franchise does not include popular characters like Johnny Cage or Kitana. For some unknown reason, they’ve been left out of this movie. Warner Bros. also released an official synopsis about the film. You can read the details below. “In “Mortal Kombat,” MMA fighter Cole Young, accustomed to taking a beating for money, is unaware of his heritage—or why Outworld’s Emperor Shang Tsung has sent his best warrior, Sub-Zero, an otherworldly Cryomancer, to hunt Cole down. Fearing for his family’s safety, Cole goes in search of Sonya Blade at the direction of Jax, a Special Forces Major who bears the same strange dragon marking Cole was born with. Soon, he finds himself at the temple of Lord Raiden, an Elder God and the protector of Earthrealm, who grants sanctuary to those who bear the mark. Here, Cole trains with experienced warriors Liu Kang, Kung Lao and rogue mercenary Kano, as he prepares to stand with Earth’s greatest champions against the enemies of Outworld in a high stakes battle for the universe. But will Cole be pushed hard enough to unlock his arcana—the immense power from within his soul—in time to save not only his family, but to stop Outworld once and for all?” The movie will be released on April 16th, 2021. Hopefully it turns out good unlike other video game movies made in the past!

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Persona Soundtracks Finally Make Their Way on to Spotify and Apple Music https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/persona-soundtracks-finally-make-their-way-on-to-spotify/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/persona-soundtracks-finally-make-their-way-on-to-spotify/#respond Mon, 04 Jan 2021 21:33:17 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=762707 I’m a sucker for good video game soundtracks, and later tonight my Spotify playlist will expand when the Persona soundtracks go live. Fans of the franchise have had to either purchase the soundtracks for themselves, or listen to them via unofficial YouTube channels up till today, but that thankfully won’t be the case once several Persona OSTs go up in a few hours. UPDATE: Looks like Apple Music is also joining in on the fun. The article has been updated to reflect this.

Several Persona Soundtracks, including Persona 5’s, will go live at midnight on January 5th.

While the Persona 5 soundtrack may be the most recent, a healthy variety of OSTs from the franchise will become available at midnight on January 5th. Thanks to Twitter account @AniPlaylist (an account dedicated to sharing when popular anime tracks make their way on to Spotify, and Persona is pretty damn anime) we know which ones. Coming to Spotify and Apple Music are the soundtracks for:

The rest can be found here on the Atlus Spotify page. Everything is in Japanese, but you should be able to find what you’re looking for. That’s roughly four OSTs (if you roll Golden and FES into the main soundtracks for P4 and P3), several spin-off albums, and a couple live concerts. That’s not a bad haul for Persona fans, and I know I’ll be adding both the Persona 4 and Persona 5 soundtracks for my library as soon as I am able (I own the deluxe vinyl for Persona 5, so you could say I’m a fan). There’s even an official playlist on Spotify if you are unfamiliar with some of the other games and want to sample some of the greatest hits from each. The playlist won’t go up until midnight alongside the full albums, but you can bookmark and save it now. We gave Persona 5 Royal a perfect score, and were pleased with the Persona 4 Golden PC port released a few months ago. If you want to unlock the true ending to Royal, or need help increasing your social stats, be sure to check out our various Persona 5 guides.

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Blizzard’s Thrall Premium Statue is Absolutely Massive https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/blizzards-thrall-premium-statue-is-absolutely-massive/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/blizzards-thrall-premium-statue-is-absolutely-massive/#respond Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:03:09 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=757338 I love me a good collectible, and lord knows I’ve wasted both money and sense acquiring my favorites. Blizzard’s new World of Warcraft Thrall Premium Statue may be a bit rich for my blood, but I can’t lie and say I don’t feel a gentle urge to grab it for myself. Though, the sheer size of the thing means I have zero idea where I’d even put it if I did drop the $600 for one of my own.

The World of Warcraft Thrall Premium Statue is on sale now for an eyewatering $600, and is nearly two feet tall.

You read that correctly. The new World of Warcraft Thrall Premium Statue is an absolute unit of a collectible. I thought my one-foot tall statues were massive, but the former Warchief of the Horde easily dwarfs all of them. Maybe if I stood my Half-Life 2 Gravity Gun up on its end it’d compare, but that’s about as large as any collectible I own gets. Maybe if I had Blizzard’s 24″ Premium Illidan Statue I’d have something to compare the Thrall Premium Statue against, so it’s not like the company hasn’t done this before. Seriously, if you’ve watched any of our podcasts then you’ve seen my Horde banner in the background. The Thrall Premium Statue is as large and wide as it is. I’m still wrapping my head around the sheer mass of this thing, which weighs in at around 40 pounds by the way. Where I would put it anyone’s guess, but I won’t pretend to be impressed by its size alone. The hand painted statue frankly looks amazing. The choice of colors, how well they’re blended together to make each material pop with a realistic sheen: it’s easily one of the best looking collectible statues I’ve seen in a while (trust me; there are plenty of cheap looking ones selling for good money out there). wow-thrall-statue-full Such scale and quality comes at a cost, however, and the World of Warcraft Thrall Premium Statue will set you back a mere $600. This statue of WoW’s “Green Jesus” is more expensive than a next-gen console. Then again, only the most devout of fans are going to drop that kind of money on a statue the size and weight of a toddler. Much like the recent Yeti X: World of Warcraft Edition I reviewed, this one is clearly for the super fans. Thrall’s face may look a little derpy (which the subreddit has happily turned into a meme), but hey, there’s an even more expensive gray version for those who like to paint their own statues.

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Here’s A First Look At The Monster Hunter Movie https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/heres-a-first-look-at-the-monster-hunter-movie/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/heres-a-first-look-at-the-monster-hunter-movie/#respond Tue, 18 Jun 2019 15:05:48 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=726086 One of the ways Capcom is capitalizing on the newfound popularity of Monster Hunter is turning it into a movie, and a newly-leaked trailer suggests it might not be as bad as initially feared. Revealed at the Shanghai International Film Festival, the 3o-second trailer depicts Milla Jovovich and Tony Jaa in the desert facing off against a fairly authentic rendition of the Diablos as it emerges from the sand. Afterwards, it pans to shots of the Handler and Admiral, before finishing with what appears to be the Rathalos flying towards the screen through a wall of fire. Though brief, the trailer does allow the Paul W.S. Anderson-directed film to leave a better impression this time around. As you might recall, the official description and initial photos showed that Jovovich (as Lt. Artemis), along with her military troop, would be transported to another world where the creatures of Monster Hunter roam. However, there was barely anything resembling classic monster hunting paraphernalia in the shots, with them mostly featuring soldiers with big guns. Needless to say, none of this inspired any confidence in the film. Fortunately, this new trailer succeeded in the one thing it had to do: actually look like Monster Hunter. Hopefully, the movie proves to live up to the Monster Hunter name when it arrives on Sep. 4, 2020. Check out the trailer below: https://youtu.be/fOReNhyl4fc

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Dragon’s Dogma Is Getting An Animated Series On Netflix https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/dragons-dogma-is-getting-an-animated-series-on-netflix/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/dragons-dogma-is-getting-an-animated-series-on-netflix/#respond Tue, 12 Mar 2019 01:43:46 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=719725 Capcom’s Dragon’s Dogma is set to have its time in the limelight once again, this time thanks to it getting an animated series on Netflix. There’s not much info on the adaptation for the time being, but it will be produced by Sublimation (009 Re:Cyborg, Tokyo ESP), and will likely follow the same storyline as the source material if the description is any indication: Based on a world-famous action RPG set in an open world, Dragon’s Dogma from Capcom will be brought to life as a Netflix original anime series. The story follows a man’s journey seeking revenge on a dragon who stole his heart. On his way, the man is brought back to life as an ‘Arisen’. An action adventure about a man challenged by demons who represent the seven deadly sins of humans. While on the subject of the source material, Dragon’s Dogma came out for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in May 2012 before getting an expansion, Dark Arisen, in April 2013. Since then, it’s received a PC port, as well an HD version on the PS4 and Xbox One. Most recently, Capcom announced it’s also set to receive a Switch version that will arrive in April. The announcement might not mean much for those not interested in anime or might not have Netflix, but this shows that Capcom still has an interest in the series to some degree, so it might not be unreasonable for fans to continue hoping for a new entry — especially since the director, Hideaki Itsuno, is no longer wrapped up with Devil May Cry 5.

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Mega Man Is Headed To The Big Screen https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/mega-man-is-headed-to-the-big-screen/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/mega-man-is-headed-to-the-big-screen/#respond Thu, 04 Oct 2018 14:38:37 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=712280 It appears that Capcom isn’t done with its efforts to revitalize the Mega Man IP. Just days after the series most recent entry, Mega Man 11, debuted on modern consoles, the company announced that the blue bomber will be getting a live-action Hollywood film adaptation in the future. Specific details about the film, tentatively titled “Mega Man,” are unknown, but we do know that it will aim to appeal to a diverse audience, including both game players and action movie fans, in an adaption that “maintains the world of the Mega Man games, while incorporating the grand production and entertainment value that Hollywood movies are known for.” On the other hand, we already know a good deal about the names and companies associated with the picture. First off we know it will be distributed by 20th Century Fox, and written and directed by Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, jointly known for movies such as “Paranormal Activity 4,” “Viral” and “Nerve.” Meanwhile, Chernin Entertainment, responsible for the Planet of the Apes series, will produce the movie with Masi Oka from “Heroes” and “Hawaii Five-0.” Judging from those involved, the movie does have potential, but there’s something about movies based on video games — especially live-action ones — that generally causes them to end in disaster. Hopefully, this movie doesn’t follow that trend.

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Monster Hunter Is Getting An Animated Special In 2019 https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/monster-hunter-is-getting-an-animated-special-in-2019/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/monster-hunter-is-getting-an-animated-special-in-2019/#respond Wed, 11 Jul 2018 17:51:18 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=707655 With the Monster Hunter franchise reaching all-new levels of popularity thanks to the success of Monster Hunter: World, it was only a matter of time before it would be adapted for TV audiences; and that is exactly what will happen come 2019 with the release of an animated special titled Monster Hunter: Legends of the Guild 3D. The special, which will be the result of a collaboration between Capcom and Pure Imagination Studios, tells the tale of a young man who wants to prove himself a hunter “worthy of recognition” and will soon get an opportunity to do just that once his village finds itself in the path of an Elder Dragon. The press release didn’t go into further detail about the movie, but considering that the promotional material features a Nerscylla, it’s likely that other monsters not present in World will make an appearance in the flick. The announcement was also accompanied by a statement from Capcom’s Ryozo Tsujimoto and Pure Imagination Studios’ John P. Roberts, who said the following: “We are thrilled to return fans to the universe of Monster Hunter and expand the series’ rich lore,” said Monster Hunter Series Producer, Ryozo Tsujimoto. “We think die-hard fans will appreciate our dedication to the source material while those uninitiated to the series will still be treated to an epic adventure in a wholly unique world.” “At Pure Imagination, we focus on building content driven eco-systems and experiences that can live across multiple platforms of engagement,” said John P. Roberts, Chief Content Officer, Pure Imagination Studios. “With Monster Hunter, our talented and diverse group of animators, storytellers and producers, who have created content for LEGO, Marvel, and Star Wars, are collaborating with Capcom to create a powerful and engaging story universe to serve its enormous global fanbase.” Production will be completed this Winter and the special is expected to premiere globally in 2019.

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New Book ‘Bioshock: From Rapture to Columbia’ Explores the Series’ Creation https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/book-bioshock-from-rapture-to-columbia-series-creation/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/book-bioshock-from-rapture-to-columbia-series-creation/#respond Thu, 15 Feb 2018 20:46:04 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=678545 Publisher Third Editions has released today a new book which explores all the details of the creation of the Bioshock franchise. Titled ‘Bioshock: From Rapture to Columbia,’ the book is presented in two editions, standard and collector’s, and it follows the same path as other titles from the publisher which explore iconic videogame franchises such as Metal Gear Solid or The Legend of Zelda. However that doesn’t mean that the approach to this book hasn’t been detailed and thorough, and just the fact that Bioware co-founder Greg Zeschuk has written the preface should give you an idea of just how much effort has been put to reach the top creative minds of the industry to provide their views on the series. As the best science fiction tales, the Bioshock series present deep philosophical themes throughout its three entries that reflect the fears an aspirations of the society, making them not only videogames with entertaining gameplay and brilliant level design, but also a thought-provoking plot that marks the players who get involved in its world and the stories of the protagonists. This is the official description of the book: “In just three episodes, the BioShock series managed to score some big points amongst players’ hearts. Spiritual successor of System Shock 2, the first BioShock was an Irrational Games’ work, directed by Ken Levine. Set in the 50’s ambiance, with Art Déco levels, progression in BioShock is possible through open and smart game mechanics, inciting the player to be creative and to use its environment. The saga is also filled with many profound and philosophical themes, while involving the player in every of its aspects. The book is an in-depth investigation into the entire triptych, DLCs included, and offers a clear vision of the games’ development process, game design, stories, themes, influences and music.” Bioshock: From Rapture to Columbia is available from Third Editions in standard and collector’s edition.

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Vampyr’s Murder/Spare Incentives Explained in New Video https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/vampyrs-murder-spare-incentives-explained-in-new-video/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/vampyrs-murder-spare-incentives-explained-in-new-video/#respond Thu, 01 Feb 2018 17:47:57 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=676894 Developer DONTNOD, known for Remember Me and Life is Strange, is currently working on an action-RPG called Vampyr, in which players will take on the role of a doctor turned vampire in post-World War I London. One of the interesting aspects of the game is that players will be given choices as to whether they want to be a good doctor and help London’s citizens, or give in to their vampiric instincts and kill civilians instead. Today (February 1), DONTNOD released the third video in their “DONTNOD Presents Vampyr” web series, which explains the incentives behind choosing to kill or help citizens. The video explains that players will not be able to gain experience points by defeating enemies in the game. Rather, the only way to level up your character and grow stronger is by feeding on the fresh blood of citizens. Therefore, as the game gets harder and enemies get stronger, the incentive to kill innocent civilians gets stronger as well. However, on the flip side of the moral conundrum, there are no faceless NPCs in this game as you might find in most RPGs. Instead, each character has their own personality and motives, as well as friends and families. Killing off a character in the community to quench your thirst for blood will change and shape the lives of other characters in various ways. Furthermore, when you kill a character, you will hear their final thoughts. All of this is made to make each NPC feel like a real person, whose death will have consequences, incentivizing players to maybe not just kill everyone to get all the experience points. Vampyr is slated for release this spring for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.

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“DONTNOD Presents Vampyr” Web Series Starts Today https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/dontnod-presents-vampyr-web-series-starts-today/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/dontnod-presents-vampyr-web-series-starts-today/#respond Thu, 18 Jan 2018 18:56:17 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=676193 DONTNOD Entertainment, the studio behind Remember Me and Life is Strange, have been hard at work on their new original IP Vampyr, which is expected to release sometime this spring. Today (January 18), the developer released the first of four episodes of a web series called “DONTNOD Presents Vampyr,” which presents a behind-the-scenes look at the game. In this first episode, it is explained that the game’s protagonist is Jonathan Reid, a doctor returning home after the first World War, only to be attacked by, and turned into, a vampire. DONTNOD explains that Reid must now struggle between the human and vampire parts of his identity. He is a man of science, but must now confront the realization that supernatural occurrences exist. He must also struggle between his will to help people as a doctor during the time of the Spanish Flu and his newfound desire to kill. In Vampyr, the player will get to know different characters and learn of their various struggles in life before having to decide to help them or let them become a victim when you succumb to your vampiric instincts. DONTNOD explains that in most video games, players go around killing enemies without giving it a second thought, so it is interesting to make players have to really think of the personal and moral consequences to killing before performing such actions. It was also revealed that the game will feature different types of vampires, from the humanoid Ekons to the beast-like Vulkods to the discreet Skals. Vampyr is expected to release sometime this spring for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.

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Comics Based on Telltale’s Batman Series Coming Soon https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/comics-based-on-telltales-batman-series-coming-soon/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/comics-based-on-telltales-batman-series-coming-soon/#respond Thu, 09 Nov 2017 19:24:11 +0000 https://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=668127 Last year, Telltale Games released a game based on one of the most recognizable characters of all time, Batman. Currently, the studio is in the middle of the second season of their Batman series, Batman: The Enemy Within. Just recently, however, it was announced that DC themselves will be making a series of comics based in the world of Telltale’s adaptation of Batman. Note that this article will contain some spoilers for Batman: The Telltale Series. One of the main plot points in Telltale’s version of the Batman story is that Bruce Wayne’s father was actually part of a covered-up, mob conspiracy. Writer Christos Gage, who has written for such franchises as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Daredevil, has signed on to write for the comics, which will take place in between Season One and The Enemy Within (Season Two) to help bridge the gap between the two stories. Gage states, “I love the bold choices the Telltale Games folks made in their approach to Batman, by having Bruce Wayne discover his father was part of a criminal conspiracy. I’m excited to contribute to this world and I can’t wait for fans to see Raffaele [Ienco] bring the story to life.” Raffaele Ienco, who has drawn for Fantastic Four and Black Knight, will be doing the art for the comics and states, “I’m thrilled to be making my DC debut drawing such a high-profile character like Batman, as well as working alongside the fantastic Christos Gage and our editor, Jim Chadwick. I can’t wait to share what Gage and I have cooked up for the fans of this series.” The comic series will be called Batman: Sins of the Father and will span twelve chapters over the course of six physical releases. IGN explains that each chapter will be released digitally first, with a physical copy containing two chapters being released every two chapters. The first chapter is scheduled to be released digitally on February 12, 2018, with a new chapter coming out every other week. The first of six physical releases is scheduled for February 21, 2018.

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Sonic Forces to Release Several Short Comics https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/sonic-forces-set-to-release-several-short-comics/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/sonic-forces-set-to-release-several-short-comics/#respond Thu, 12 Oct 2017 17:49:08 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=666630 Sonic Forces, the new 3D Sonic the Hedgehog game, is set to release in little under a month. To promote the new game, the Sonic the Hedgehog social media pages have announced that they will be sharing several short comics about the lore of the game.

The first of these short comics was released today (October 12) and tells the story of a rookie who is a cowardly member of the resistance with low self-esteem. This character’s narration explains that he wants to be a hero like Sonic or Tails, but that he is too cowardly to do so. Dr. Eggman then attacks the base, forcing the rookie to fight alongside Vector, Espio and Charmy from Team Chaotix. The comic is only eight pages long, but the full thing is available to view for free on Sonic the Hedgehog social media pages such as Facebook and Twitter. It is not currently known how many more comics will be released (the “(1/2)” in the tweet to the right refers to that being the first of two tweets about the topic, not this being the first of two comics) or what frequency at which they will be released. Sonic Forces is set to come out on November 7 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

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Pokémon GO Announces Photo Contest https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/pokemon-go-announces-photo-contest/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/pokemon-go-announces-photo-contest/#comments Wed, 11 Oct 2017 21:42:58 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=666581 Pokémon GO, the popular augmented reality mobile game, recently announced a contest that requires participants to take pictures using the game’s augmented reality filter. To enter the contest, players will have to take and submit between one and three photos that contain a cleverly placed augmented reality Pokémon. They will then have to upload their photo(s) to Instagram with the hashtag #PokemonGOcontest to enter. There will be ten winners, each of which will receive a Pokémon GO Plus device, a poster signed by Niantic and wireless Bluetooth ear buds. To be eligible to enter the contest, the official rules state that you need “to be at least the age of majority,” which is 18 in most areas in the U.S. Also, photos will not be allowed to include any people, only landscapes and such. Other legal criteria includes the disqualification of any photos that contain offensive or profane images, photos that contain any logos, slogans, trademarks or any other properties owned by third parties, photos that violate anyone’s privacy or photos that have been previously published. Criteria for which the entries will be judged are the photo’s originality, creativity and “visual fun.” The contest will be held from now until 11:59 PM PST on October 25.

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ARMS Graphic Novel Coming in 2018 https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/arms-graphic-novel-coming-in-2018/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/arms-graphic-novel-coming-in-2018/#respond Thu, 05 Oct 2017 23:38:19 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=666304 Recently, it was announced that Dark Horse Comics will be releasing the third and final installment of the Goddess Collection trilogy, a collection of three books detailing the world and lore of The Legend of Zelda franchise. Dark Horse has also published books on Fire Emblem and Splatoon, and now, it looks like they’re teaming up with Nintendo yet again to bring another franchise into the world of literature.

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According to Polygon, Dark Horse and Nintendo have recently announced that they will be working on a series of graphic novels based on Nintendo’s new fighting game ARMS, which came out earlier this year for the Switch. The graphic novels will feature characters from the game, such as Spring Man, Ribbon Girl and Master Mummy, and explore the lore of the franchise more deeply than the game does. The graphic novels will be illustrated by Joe Ng, who has previously drawn for Street Fighter and Darkstalkers books, as well as Overwatch comics, so he’s got some experience drawing characters originally from video games. You can see some of Ng’s drawings of the characters from ARMS in the picture to the right of this paragraph. The first ARMS graphic novel is set to release in the fall of 2018.

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Band Turns Video Game Battle Music into Lullabies on New Album https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/band-turns-video-game-battle-music-into-lullabies-on-new-album/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/band-turns-video-game-battle-music-into-lullabies-on-new-album/#respond Tue, 03 Oct 2017 19:02:58 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=666102 There is a band called Gentle Love, which is comprised of Metal Gear Solid composer Norihiko Hibino and PersonaQ musician AYAKI, who perform saxophone and piano for the band respectively. Over the past few years, the band has been working on their Prescription for Sleep series, in which the band makes jazzy, lullaby versions of video game music. Next week, on October 10, the latest entry in the Prescription for Sleep series, Fight for Your Dreams, will be released. Fight for Your Dreams focuses specifically on normally upbeat battle music found in various video games and turns them into music you can fall asleep to. The album is currently available for pre-order for $10. The full track list is below.

  • Veiled in Black (from Final Fantasy XV)
  • Boss (from Mega Man 2)
  • MEGALOVANIA (from Undertale)
  • Battle with the Four Fiends (from Final Fantasy IV)
  • People Imprisoned by Destiny (from Chrono Cross)
  • Mini-Boss (from Yoshi’s Island)
  • Autobot-Decepticon Battle (from Transformers: The Movie (1986))
  • Beasts as Black as Night (from Ys III)
  • Ornstein & Smough (from Dark Souls)
  • Intolerance (from Raystorm)
  • Mother Brain (from Super Metroid)
  • In a Better Place (original composition)

The other albums in the Prescription for Sleep series include Game Music Lullabies volumes I and II, which contain lullaby versions of various songs with no particular theme from a number of games, including Donkey Kong CountrySuper Mario 64Shovel Knight and DuckTalesLullabies of Mana, which transforms a number of songs from Secret of Mana into lullaby versions, A Tribute to the Departed, a 2-song EP dedicated to musician Eiki Oshimi and former president of Nintendo Satoru Iwata, and Prescription for Sleep: Undertale, featuring lullaby versions of songs from Undertale.

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Paramount Gains Rights to Sonic the Hedgehog Movie https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/paramount-gains-rights-to-sonic-the-hedgehog-movie/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/paramount-gains-rights-to-sonic-the-hedgehog-movie/#comments Tue, 03 Oct 2017 01:06:57 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=666049 Fans of Sonic the Hedgehog have likely been hearing about the prospect of a live action movie adaptation of the franchise for some time now. Recently, Paramount Pictures has secured the rights to have the movie made into a reality, and with this information comes some other details. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Tim Miller, who directed last year’s Deadpool, will be working on the Sonic the Hedgehog movie as an executive producer. Additionally, Miller’s collaborator Jeff Fowler, who has previously worked on animation for 2009’s Where the Wild Things Are as well as directing and writing the 2004 animated short Gopher Broke, has signed on as the director for the project. Other people connected to the film include Toby Ascher, who has worked on Battle Los Angeles and The Green Hornet, who will be executive producing the film, as well as Skulls of the Shogun executive producers Dmitri Johnson and Dan Jevons, who will be co-producing this project. While Sonic the Hedgehog has made appearances outside of video games, including a line of comics, a 1996 animated movie and multiple animated TV shows, this film will mark the character’s live action debut. Apparently, Paramount plans to mix live action with CGI for the film. The movie is expected to come to theaters in 2018 or 2019.

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Life is Strange Starts Marketing Campaign to Take On Mental Illnesses https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/life-is-strange-starts-marketing-campaign-to-take-on-mental-illnesses/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/life-is-strange-starts-marketing-campaign-to-take-on-mental-illnesses/#respond Mon, 02 Oct 2017 19:58:01 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=665943 Life is Strange is a franchise that is known to tackle some difficult issues, from loneliness and depression to suicide to the hostile takeover of America by corporate business owners to grieving the loss of loved ones. In an interesting new marketing campaign, the franchise takes some of these fights outside of the limitations of the games and into the real world. Another recurring theme in the Life is Strange games is that of strong friendships. The relationship between Max and Chloe was at the center of the first game and now Chloe and Rachel’s friendship is being explored in Before the Storm. When the first episode of Before the Storm came out a little over a month ago, the franchise’s marketing department started a campaign that encouraged people to write heartfelt letters to close friends, opening up about how much their friendships mean to them. Today (October 2), they seem to be continuing this theme with a slightly different campaign that will benefit those suffering from mental illnesses.

Various Life is Strange social media pages recently shared a link to a website promoting their #YourFriendMe campaign. This campaign encourages people to record themselves telling a friend how important their friendship is to them and then to share that video with that friend using the hashtag #YourFriendMe. For every video shared this way, Square Enix, Life is Strange‘s publisher, has promised to donate $5, up to a total of $25,000, to the JED Foundation. The website describes the JED Foundation as “an advocate for the mental health of teens and young adults nationwide, partnering with high schools and colleges to strengthen substance abuse programs and suicide prevention programs.” So if you’ve been meaning to tell a friend how important they are to you, or if you’ve wanted to get back in contact with someone you’ve been out of touch with for a while, you now have an excuse to do so. It’s for a good cause AND it’s related to video games.

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English Version of The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia Coming in 2018 https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/english-version-of-the-legend-of-zelda-encyclopedia-coming-in-2018/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/english-version-of-the-legend-of-zelda-encyclopedia-coming-in-2018/#respond Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:56:28 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=665858 Dark Horse, a company known mostly for their comics and graphic novels such as Sin CityMass Effect comics and various comics by My Chemical Romance singer Gerard Way, have taken to publishing books delving into the intricate details of The Legend of Zelda franchise over the past few years, with these books being the official, Nintendo-endorsed guides on all things Zelda. In 2013, Hyrule Historia was released, which introduced the much-contested official timeline of the games, and earlier this year the English version of Art & Artifacts was published.

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The third and final book in this Goddess Collection, entitled The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia, was released in Japanese earlier this year and the English version is set to come out on April 24, 2018. The book is 320 pages long and will contain information on items, enemies, languages and much more from 1986’s The Legend of Zelda all the way through 2016’s Twilight Princess HD. The book will also feature an exclusive interview with Eiji Aonuma, who has been the series producer of the franchise since 1998’s classic Ocarina of Time. The cover price of the book is $39.99 and is currently available for pre-order for all you hardcore Zelda fans who want it as soon as it comes out.

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Stan Lee: Marvel Can Regain The Rights To X-Men And Fantastic Four https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/stan-lee-marvel-xmen-fantastic-four-rights/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/stan-lee-marvel-xmen-fantastic-four-rights/#respond Thu, 14 Sep 2017 19:57:07 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=664937 It’s no secret that the Marvel is in an odd position: the company doesn’t have the rights to many of its iconic characters, Mutants have more or less been replaced by Inhumans and many characters have had their image or backstories changed for no legitimate reason. Fans are rightfully worried about the future of the Marvel Universe, but there is one person who still has hope: Stan Lee. Stan Lee appeared at Wizard World Nashville last week where he shared his thoughts on the current state of Marvel. When asked how he feels about Fox cancelling merchandise and comics related to X-Men and the Fantastic Four, answered: “Sooner or later, they’re going to get the rights back to all our characters. They’re working on it, and they’re still making X-Men movies and stuff. Don’t worry about it. You’ll get more Marvel superheroes than you’ll have time to look at in the next few years.” This is obviously not confirmation that Marvel will regain the rights to characters from X-Men and Fantastic Four, but its somewhat reassuring that someone in Lee’s position thinks it can. Reacquiring the rights to such characters would obviously mean big things for Marvel comics, but it would also be a pretty huge deal for the Marvel Vs. series. As you might know, Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite is due out next week and as many fans will tell you, there are no X-Men or Fantastic Four characters in either the base roster or known DLC. This is a pretty big deal because Wolverine, Storm, Magneto and Sentinel from the X-Men, as well as Dr. Doom from the Fantastic Four are staples in the series. This has been known for quite some time, but it’s still something that fans have yet to fully get over — and for good reason. However, Marvel regaining the rights to X-Men and FF characters might not be the impetus needed for any of them to be added to MvC:I. Why? Because producer Mike Evans stated that the omission of these characters had nothing to do with owning the rights to them. At that time, he explicitly stated that Infinite is not solely operating within the confines of the MCU. What’s more credible NeoGAF user Ryce said late last year, with “complete certainty,” that X-Men and Fantastic Four characters would join MvC:I as DLC. Ryce is one thing, but actual MvC:I staffers have to understand the significance of the X-Men and Dr.Doom to the series, so one has to wonder if they really do have said characters and are just sitting on them for a big reveal. Of course, there’s still the possibility that getting these characters is a work-in-progress and is merely something the team expects to go through successfully. In either case, the fact that present indicators point more to the latter than the former has left many concerned for what they believe is a lackluster roster filled with mostly returning characters. Nothing is set in stone, but there’s no denying that having free access to X-Men and the Fantastic Four can only be seen as beneficial for Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite as well as the minds of Marvel fans in general. Thanks, Comic Book.

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Famitsu Readers Crown Persona 5 As Best Game Of All Time https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/famitsu-readers-crown-persona-5-as-best-game-of-all-time/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/famitsu-readers-crown-persona-5-as-best-game-of-all-time/#respond Thu, 31 Aug 2017 03:09:44 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=664231 It’s a well-known fact that the Japanese and the West generally have different sensibilities when it comes to gaming. Few things illustrate that fact more than knowing that Yakuza has been popular in Japan since 2005, but has only caught in the West this year; while the Xbox One is fairly popular here in the West, but is essentially non-existent in Japan. Now, a recent series of surveys conducted by Famitsu have drove that fact home even further when participants were prompted to reveal what they thought were among the best games of all-time, consoles of all-time and other gaming related questions. In total, 5287 people — including the magazine’s own editorial staff, a panel of celebrities and even game developers joined in on the action. Among those who participated, 55 percent were male, 44 percent were female and 1 percent declined to reveal their gender. Meanwhile, 18 percent of participants were in their teens, 40 percent in their twenties, 29 percent in their thirties, 10 percent in their forties, 2 percent in their fifties, and 1 percent were under ten or over sixty years old. Here are the results of the survey (no restrictions on release date, genre, or platform):

Best Video Game Of All Time*

*only the top ten had their number of votes disclosed

  1. Persona 5 – 835
  2. Dragon Quest III – 612
  3. Splatoon – 411
  4. NieR: Automata – 369
  5. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – 350
  6. Final Fantasy VII – 287
  7. Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony – 257
  8. Chrono Trigger – 231
  9. Sakura Wars – 223
  10. Shenmue – 217
  11. Danganronpa 1.2 Reload
  12. Shenmue 2
  13. Hatsune Miku Project DIVA Future Tone
  14. Yakuza 0
  15. Otoca D’Or
  16. Persona 4: Golden
  17. Okami
  18. Xenoblade Chronicles
  19. Suikoden II
  20. Final Fantasy XI
  21. Danganronpa 2
  22. Danganronpa
  23. Earthbound
  24. Dragon Quest V
  25. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
  26. Final Fantasy X
  27. Xenogears
  28. Monster Retsuden Oreca Battle
  29. Sonic Adventure 2
  30. Tactics Ogre
  31. Fate/Grand Order
  32. Persona 3
  33. Super Mario Bros.
  34. Kingdom Hearts II
  35. moon
  36. Hatsune Miku Project Mirai Deluxe
  37. Dragon Quest X
  38. Hatsune Miku Project DIVA Arcade Future Tone
  39. Final Fantasy XV
  40. Hatsune Miku Project DIVA X

Best Console/Platform Of All Time:

  1. PS2 – 16%
  2. PlayStation – 15%
  3. Super Famicom – 11%
  4. PS4 – 8%
  5. PS3 – 6%
  6. Arcade – 5%
  7. Dreamcast – 5%
  8. PC – 5%
  9. Famicom – 5%
  10. Gamecube – 3%
  11. N64 – 3%
  12. PSP – 3%
  13. Sega Saturn – 3%
  14. PS Vita – 3%
  15. 3DS – 2%
  16. Wii – 2%
  17. Others – 6%

Breakdown By Publisher:

  1. Sega – 20%
  2. Square Enix- 17%
  3. Konami – 12%
  4. Nintendo – 11%
  5. Atlus – 7%
  6. Spike Chunsoft – 5%
  7. Bandai Namco – 4%
  8. Capcom – 4%
  9. Sony Interactive Entertainment – 3%
  10. Koei Tecmo  – 2%

Breakdown By Year Of Publication:

  1. 2010 – 2017 – 48%
  2. 2000 – 2009 – 23%
  3. 1990 – 1999 – 24%
  4. 1989 or earlier – 5%

The results of the survey reveal that participants believe Persona 5 is the best game of all time, PlayStation 2 is the best console, Sega has produced the best titles and the best titles came out this decade. Obviously, this survey isn’t representative of Japan as a whole, but you can see a lot of choices that are distinctly Japanese occupying the lists. For example, its near-impossible that any Western (online) publication would have an all-inclusive “best of” list from its readers that would include Danganronpa, Sakura Wars and Hatsune Miku within its top 15. Similarly, its unlikely we’d see a “best of” console list that is topped by the PlayStation 2, yet largely ignores all Xbox consoles. Of course, there are many results that one would also expect to see on a Western (online) publication’s list. Though one could dispute Persona 5’s placement, there is no denying that it easily deserves a top 10 spot. Similarly, no “best of” list of this type would feel right without the presence of a few Legend of Zelda, Mario and Final Fantasy titles sprinkled in. These results easily show that while Japanese and Western gamers are different in many respects, they’re also a lot alike.

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PlayStation Twitter Shares Some God Of War Concept Artwork https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/check-out-this-god-of-war-concept-artwork/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/check-out-this-god-of-war-concept-artwork/#respond Thu, 31 Aug 2017 01:58:23 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=664223 God of War is coming out next year and while we wait for new information about Kratos’ latest journey, the official PlayStation Twitter account has posted some concept artwork from the upcoming title. Check out the pictures below: God-Of-War2-760x349 God-Of-War3-760x323 God-Of-War4-760x340 If the gameplay videos weren’t enough, this batch of God of War concept artwork further illustrates just how beautiful and well-detailed the game will be. To recap, God of War will feature Kratos in a brand-new setting as he goes on a journey with his son, Atreus. As fans have come to expect from the series since its PS2 and PS3 days, the game will include large-scale, such as one against a giant sea serpent, and fast-paced combat. While on the subject of the game’s combat, it will still place Kratos in the driver’s seat — albeit with a slightly different third person view — but Atreus will also help his father out in combat by utilizing arrows and double team attacks. Of course, Atreus isn’t just useful in combat, he’ll be integral in exploration as well. Kratos will come across various runes and other texts throughout his journey, and Atreus will be the only one capable of translating them. Lastly, though gameplay videos have suggested the game will be more expansive than previous entries, Sony has already stated that the game will offer more opportunity for exploration (perhaps to find more runes and texts for further world-building), but won’t be entirely open-world. God of War doesn’t have a definitive release date, but Sony has already stated it will be coming in the first half of 2018.

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PewDiePie Vows to Stop Making Nazi Jokes in Wake of Charlottesville Protests https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/pewdiepie-vows-to-stop-making-nazi-jokes-in-wake-of-charlottesville-protests/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/pewdiepie-vows-to-stop-making-nazi-jokes-in-wake-of-charlottesville-protests/#respond Wed, 16 Aug 2017 20:09:00 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=663230 PewDiePie is, and has been for a while now, the most popular YouTuber by far. As of the time I am writing this article, he has nearly 57 million subscribers. The guy has more followers than Canada has people. This past February, however, the YouTube star came under scrutiny when he made some anti-semitic jokes, which resulted in Disney ended a previously established partnership with him. The jokes included a video of men holding up a sign that read, “Death to all Jews,” and another video of a man dressed like Jesus holding a sign reading, “Hitler did nothing wrong.” PewDiePie faced some serious media backlash, but retained his position that these were just jokes and that he is not actually a white supremacist or neo-Nazi. Recently, however, PewDiePie uploaded a video to his channel in which he explains his new stance on Nazi jokes and the like. In the video, he states that, after the recent events in Charlottesville, Virginia, he will no longer be making Nazi or white supremacist jokes. For those unaware, earlier this week a group of white supremacists gathered for a white supremacist pride march in Charlottesville. A group of protestors also met in the city to protest against white supremacy. During the protest, a white supremacist drove his car into a crowd of protestors, killing one of them. United States President Donald Trump then released a statement saying that both sides are to blame for the violence. The next day, Trump condemned Naziism and white supremacy, but a day later returned to his original position that the protestors were as much to blame for the violence as the white supremacists. Other notable Republicans, such as Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, have condemned the President’s words while Trump has gained the praise of former Imperial Wizard of the KKK, David Duke. Given these events, PewDiePie claims to have a new perspective on the issue. He states, “I remember back when everything happened in February, I was sort of like, ‘I mean, they’re just jokes. There’s not actual Nazis out there, what are you talking about?’ And then I look at [the Charlottesville protests], and I’m like, ‘Oh, I see.'” He continues, “Believe it or not, I want nothing to do with these people. I have no hate in my heart. I only have hate for hateful people.” While many of his fans commend him on his new stance, there are also those who are upset, viewing all this as PewDiePie giving in to the demands of the easily offended. To this, PewDiePie says, “Nazi memes are not even that funny anymore. It’s sort of a dead meme. So, just to make it clear: No more. Okay? It’s not me censoring myself, it’s more like, I don’t want to be a part of this. Okay? Just want to move on with my life.” You can watch his full statement below.

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Nonprofit Provides VR Games for the Sick, Disabled and Elderly https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/nonprofit-provides-vr-games-for-the-sick-disabled-and-elderly/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/nonprofit-provides-vr-games-for-the-sick-disabled-and-elderly/#respond Fri, 11 Aug 2017 19:10:25 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=662912 Here is your daily dose of hope for humanity: There is a nonprofit organization called Gamer’s Gift that provides VR (Virtual Reality) equipment and video games for nursing homes and children’s hospitals. The organization was started by eighteen-year-old Dillon Hill when he was still in high school. Hill told Kotaku recently that he started the nonprofit because he was dissatisfied with previous volunteer work in food kitchens and hospitals because he hardly got to interact with the people he was serving, which made the work he was doing feel unrewarding and mechanical. The idea for Gamer’s Gift came from Hill’s experience as a fifth grader when his friend, Chris, fell ill with leukemia. Visits to the hospital to meet with his friend were difficult until he had the idea to bring a PlayStation 2 with him on visits for the two of them to play together. Hill states, “We didn’t have to worry about when his next shot was coming or the nausea that he was feeling, or any of the typical things you have to deal with. We were completely immersed in that world, and we could very much distract ourselves from what was happening.” In February of 2016, during his senior year of high school, Hill launched Gamer’s Gift. The first thing he did with his new organization was to buy Beatles Rock Band and attempted to give it to a children’s hospital. However, because Hill was still too young to be considered an adult, but too old to be a child, he wasn’t allowed to enter the children’s hospital. So instead, he brought the game to a nursing home. Since then, Gamer’s Gift has shifted its focus to bringing VR experiences to nursing homes and hospitals. Hill has found that VR tends to be easier to understand for people, particularly elderly people, who don’t have much, or any, experience with video games. Additionally, VR allows them to live out parts of life that they would otherwise be unable to anymore, such as skiing, scuba diving or race car driving. Interestingly, Hill also discovered that children in hospitals tend to enjoy VR games that allow them to live out a “normal” life. “A lot of the times in children’s hospitals they just want to be store clerks in Job Simulator, and they just want to be normal.” Regardless of the application, Gamer’s Gift has allowed people to live out experiences through VR that they wouldn’t otherwise be able to. You can check out their website by clicking here.

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Streamer Vows to Speedrun All of Undertale’s 93 Endings in 34 Hours https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/streamer-vows-to-speedrun-all-of-undertales-93-endings-in-34-hours/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/streamer-vows-to-speedrun-all-of-undertales-93-endings-in-34-hours/#respond Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:10:18 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=661526 For anyone unfamiliar with the term, to “speedrun” a game means to get from the beginning of the game to the end as quickly as possibly, like so quickly the developers never intended the game to be finished in that short of a time. There are different rules for different kinds of speedruns; for example, someone might want to do an any% speedrun of The Legend of Zelda, which would involve getting to and defeating the last boss as quickly as possible, sometimes even exploiting game glitches to get this done. If someone was to speedrun a 100% run of The Legend of Zelda, however, it would mean that the player is looking to collect all items in the game, defeat the final boss, start the Second Quest (the game’s hard mode), collect all items in that mode and beat the final boss again as quickly as possible. There are some games that are more manageable than others to do a 100% speedrun of. Undertale is not one of the manageable ones. There is an interesting mechanic in Undertale that gives the player a different ending depending on which characters the player killed and which ones they spared, as well as which items the player has upon beating the game. In total, there are 93 possible endings in the game. Recently, a Twitch streamer called Cookiepocalypse has vowed to get all 93 endings within 34 hours without stopping. The stream’s subreddit page seems to be split into two camps: those who are worried about Cookiepocalypse’s health, due to staying awake and sitting in one place for 34 hours, and those who state that speedrunners do this kind of thing all the time and that there’s no problem with it. In fact, the subreddit seems to be discussing this more than they are the actual speedrun. As of the time I am writing this, Cookiepocalypse has been streaming for nearly 24 hours and has completed 79 of Undertale‘s endings. Hopefully, whether Cookiepocalypse is able to achieve his goal or not, he comes out of this still healthy. You can watch the stream yourself below. Watch live video from Cookiepocalypse on www.twitch.tv

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A Fan-Made “Undertale the Musical” Exists https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/a-fan-made-undertale-the-musical-exists/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/a-fan-made-undertale-the-musical-exists/#respond Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:11:11 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=660668 One of the things 2015’s cult classic Undertale is known for is its amazing soundtrack. Combine that with the fact that the game jokingly refers to itself as “Undertale the Musical” during a certain Mettaton-related scene and…well, we all knew this was bound to happen sooner or later. Recently, the YouTube channel Man on the Internet uploaded a four-hour video entitled “Undertale the Musical” and it is exactly what it sounds like. Man on the Internet himself collaborated with a number of other creative professionals to create the most comprehensive musical version of the game’s story yet. The team wrote lyrics, some based on the game’s dialogue and some completely original, to the melodies of the game’s music. In total, over sixty songs from the game’s official soundtrack were adapted into forty-one musical tracks. Additionally, there is plenty of inter-character dialogue, both original to the musical and originating from the game, in between musical numbers. All this is set to footage of the game as well as original art created specifically for this project. Man on the Internet and his team have been working on this project for over a year, uploading each song to his channel as they were finished. Needless to say, this project was quite an…underta(le)king. However, as with any adaptation, some artistic liberties were taken that stray a bit from the original narrative. Also, in an attempt to keep the musical as concise as possible, certain unnecessary plot points were cut. Due to this, some Undertale fans may find dismay with the omissions of such characters as Burgerpants, Onionsan, Mad Dummy and Temmie, among others. Despite this, it is clear that the project was made with a lot of love and determination. However, Undertale is known to have a harsh fanbase. Still, I’m sure many fans will find this adaptation successfully tells Undertale’s heartfelt story in this new medium. Though the musical tells the story of Undertale’s pacifist run, many have suggested to Man on the Internet that he create musical renditions of songs exclusive to the game’s genocide run, such as “Battle Against a True Hero,” “Power of ‘NEO’” and, of course, “MEGALOVANIA.” While Man on the Internet has stated that the musical only tells the pacifist story and will not be changed to include anything from the genocide run, he has confirmed that he and his team are working on a few musical versions of genocide songs that will be separate from the completed musical that is viewable now.

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Mario Monopoly Coming This Summer https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/mario-monopoly-coming-this-summer/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/mario-monopoly-coming-this-summer/#respond Wed, 28 Jun 2017 18:33:39 +0000 https://aotf.com/?p=660475 Mario-themed Monopoly game, officially called Monopoly Gamer, is reportedly coming this August. According to Kotaku, this version of the game keeps many of the core attributes of Monopoly but also includes a number of new rules and mechanics. For one thing, colorful paper money is gone, instead replaced by cardboard gold coins with different values. Also, all properties have become locations in the Mario universe, such as Peach’s Castle and Bowser’s Castle. And the little knick-knacks that you’re used to playing as are replaced by the four playable characters Mario, Peach, Yoshi and Donkey Kong. monopoly-coins-760x428 monopoly-cards-699x428 monopoly-characters-760x428 In addition to these small differences, there are also larger ones. For example, each playable character has their own “Super Star” power. With Mario, the player will roll a die and collect the number of coins from the bank that the die landed on. Players playing as Peach will collect rent from any properties they own. Yoshi’s power allows his player to collect every coin on the board. Donkey Kong allows you to steal three coins from each other player. Another big difference is the game’s dice. One is the standard number die, but the other is a power-up die that grants you different abilities depending on what you roll. For example, rolling the Red Shell allows you to choose another player to drop three coins on the space they’re currently on. Also, this die’s effects can change depending on the character that rolls it. Peach, for instance, will make other players drop four coins with a Red Shell instead of three. monopoly-dice-760x428 The game will also include Boss Battles. When you land on or pass a space that says “GO,” you get two coins and then battle a Mario Boss. There are eight bosses in the game, each of the seven Koopalings and then Bowser himself, and they have to be defeated in order, but not necessarily all by the same player. Bosses are defeated when the player rolls a number equal to or greater than the number on the Boss card. When a Boss is defeated, the Boss card goes into the inventory of the player that defeated it. Once Bowser is defeated, the game ends and all players tally their points, which are received by properties they own and bosses they’ve beaten. Also, each player gets ten extra points for every five coins they still have at the end of the game. Obviously, the player with the highest score wins. monopoly-bosses-760x428 The game will also have Booster Packs (sold separately). Each Booster Pack will have a new character, such as Luigi, Wario, Toad, Rosalina or others, all of which have their own unique abilities. monopoly-booster-pack-547x428 monopoly-extra-characters-657x428 Monopoly Gamer is coming this August and will cost $24.99. Each Booster Pack will cost $2.99.

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MST3K is Finally Back, and it’s Excellent https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/mst3k-is-finally-back-and-its-excellent/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/mst3k-is-finally-back-and-its-excellent/#respond Fri, 14 Apr 2017 15:02:16 +0000 http://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=649966 After over 15 years of waiting, Mystery Science Theater 300 (MST3K) is back with a brand new season on Netflix. The show popped up last night with 14 new episodes starring a brand new cast of characters. However, many of the same people are behind the scenes, and there’s some special cameos throughout the season, so fans of the old series have little to be worried about. Actually, I got to check out the season early via Kickstarter rewards, and while I won’t be doing a full review, I wanted to say that this new season is looking very good so far. EDIT: Oh, and if you want more MST flavored entertainment, then check out Rifftrax, which also comes from MST alums including Mike Nelson, Bill Corbett, and Kevin Murphy. You can see for yourself by just watching the new Season 11 of MST3K on Netflix right now, but just to help give you a little push I wanted to share some thoughts. I’ve been a huge MST3K fan for years, catching the last few seasons live, and then filling in everything else from there. I own all of the DVDs, yes, including the ones that are ridiculously hard to find, and have watched through them many times. So, I’m a fan is what I’m saying. I went into Season 11 of MST3K with a lot of excitement, but also a lot of trepidation. Could this series still have the same magic all these years later? About 30 minutes into the first episode that fear melted away. The opening was low budget and cheesy, the acting was over the top, and the movie was garbage. So, everything was as it should be. The new cast, including Jonah Ray and Felicia Day, has some growing pains, as Joel had in the beginning, and Mike had when he took over from Joel. The riffs are a bit too fast paced, and they sometimes hit too close together. Even a couple episodes in I’m still getting used to the new voices for Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot. But those are minor points. The big question is, does it deliver the laughs, and here it delivers perfectly. I won’t go into any more specifics about the episodes, because they have to be seen to be believed. It’s great that the team chose color features that could be presented in wide screen. It helps the show feel more modern, while still using silly puppets and crafted effects. After a couple of solid riffs I was in MST3K bliss and the rest of the season was no longer seen as a worrisome affair. Instead I’m just looking forward to what this show has in store. My only worry now is that they won’t get a Season 12 to really stretch their legs, so if you’ve ever enjoyed MST3K then load up Netflix and check this new season out.

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First Official Tomb Raider Movie Reboot Pictures Released https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/first-official-tomb-raider-movie-reboot-pictures-released/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/first-official-tomb-raider-movie-reboot-pictures-released/#respond Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:59:06 +0000 http://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=648881 The Tomb Raider franchise has definitely gone through some major changes over the years. Starting off more puzzle based, the series got a very well received reboot in 2013 that also received a critically acclaimed sequel. Due to this success, Hollywood naturally wanted to reboot the Tomb Raider movie franchise as well and after getting leaked set pictures before, we have our first official look at Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft in the upcoming movie.

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These pictures come courtesy of Vanity Fair, who has a first look at the movie. As we saw in the previously leaked set pictures, Vikander looks very much like the Lara Croft of the reboot series, with the outfit she is wearing being an almost replica of the one in the first reboot game. On top of the pictures, they were also able to speak with Vikander about the role as well.

“When I was asked to take on this role I got really excited—Lara Croft is a truly iconic character. I think people can identify with her for lots of different reasons, but for me I very much see her as a model for many young women. She’s trying to carve out her place in the world and connect her future with her past. She also has a fantastic mix of traits—tough, smart, vulnerable, plus she’s kick ass! She is also uniquely different to other characters I have taken on previously. It’s a lot of fun trying to get into Lara’s head and the challenge of getting to grips with such a physical role is an element of this project that I find an absolute thrill.”

Tomb Raider is being directed by Roar Uthaug and also stars Dominic West, Walton Goggins, and Daniel Wu alongside Vikander, with it set to be released on March 16, 2018.

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A Ton of Classic MST3K Episodes are Heading to Netflix https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/20-classic-mystery-science-theater-3000-episodes-are-heading-to-netflix/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/culture/20-classic-mystery-science-theater-3000-episodes-are-heading-to-netflix/#respond Tue, 14 Mar 2017 22:17:40 +0000 http://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=647907 The fandoms of video games and Mystery Science Theater 3000 cross over each other quite a bit. There’s just something about being a geek, nerd, or whatever semi-derogatory noun you want to go by, that makes you interested in playing video games and watching a bunch of guys sit around and make fun of old and bad movies. If you’ve been a fan of MST3K for a while then you know that the series is coming back with a fresh new revival, but if you want to watch some classic episodes then today is a very good day. Twenty classic Mystery Science Theater 3000 episodes are heading to Netflix ahead of the release of the brand new rebooted season. They will arrive on the streaming service tomorrow, March 15th, with the new season set to debut on April 14th with 14 totally new episodes. The new series will feature a brand new cast of characters, with series creator Joel Hodgson staying behind the camera, aside from possible cameos. Here’s the list of classic MST3K episodes that will be arriving tomorrow on Netflix… • Catalina Caper • Eegah! • Future War • The Giant Gila Monster • Hercules Against the Moon Men • Horrors of Spider Island • I Accuse My Parents • Jack Frost • Laserblast • “Manos” The Hands of Fate • Merlin’s Shop of Mystical Wonders • Pod People • Puma Man • Santa Claus Conquers the Martians • Sidehackers • Space Mutiny • Teenagers from Outer Space • Time Chasers • Werewolf • Zombie Nightmare Some definite classics in there, with “Manos” The Hands of Fate and Space Mutiny essentially topping every MST3K fan’s list of best episodes of all time. Some personal favorites of mine are on there as well though with Werewolf, Pod People, Laserblast, Puma Man, and Merlin’s Shop of Mystical Wonders. Yes, I’m a Mike fan, though Joel does an amazing job as well, of course. Which episode are you going to check out first? Are you excited for the new season of Mystery Science Theater 3000? Let us know in the comments.

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Rampage Movie Starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Will Start Shooting In April https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/rampage-movie-starring-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-will-start-shooting-in-april/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/rampage-movie-starring-dwayne-the-rock-johnson-will-start-shooting-in-april/#respond Mon, 20 Feb 2017 14:47:05 +0000 http://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=642468 Rampage debuted in arcades back in 1986 by Bally Midway and was brought to many different platforms over the years via ports and a few sequels. When thinking of potential video games to have a movie based on, Rampage definitely wouldn’t be at the top of the list, but the previously announced movie based on the property is set to start filming relatively soon. Back in 2011, it was first announced that a movie based on Rampage was in development, which certainly surprised most people. 2015 brought the news that the movie had found a star in Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, along with a director in San Andreas director Brad Peyton, which happened to also star Johnson. The talk was that the movie would be starting production in March according to reports last year but Johnson posted an image to his Instagram that was accompanied by a very long text post discussing just when filming would start for the Rampage movie.

Spent my Friday night at our Warner Bros offices in a 6hr script session with these rampaging rockstars. Our RAMPAGE (next movie I’ll make) writers, producers, director and star (occasionally me). Even though this took us deep into Friday night and we all have families and stuff to do – this kind of meeting is so critical to our movie’s success. Everyone’s instincts were firing on the highest of levels. My fav moment from this merciless 6hr meeting was when I shared with this group that there’s an equity and trust I’ve built with my audience that they trust me to take them on an epic ride, and always do our best to send them home happy. A very cool moment to see everyone’s eyes light and heads start to nod. To win on any level you gotta have teamwork and collaboration and cant thank everyone enough in this room for their energy and focus. You truly helped us move the needle. And Wendy Jane you’re Superwoman for your creative brilliance and putting up with all these asshole’s dumb guy jokes. Not me of course, I’m a gentleman. ? Next stop for me in my research – the Primate division at the Atlanta Zoo (my character’s a Primatologist & head of an anti poaching unit in Rwanda). Really informative and educational character to play and project to work on. More to come. Start shooting this APRIL. #RAMPAGE

There is no question that Dwayne Johnson is one of the biggest names in Hollywood these days, with Baywatch sure to be a success when it comes out. He has also been attached to play Black Adam for DC as well for awhile, but it sounds like Rampage is his very next project coming up. What do you think of the idea of a Rampage movie? Is the best idea for a video game movie to be something that is such a basic idea that leaves the script writer and the director more freedom, or something that sticks closer to an easier to adapt piece of source material? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

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Digimon Rolls Out New Digivice to Celebrate 20th Anniversary https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/digimon-rolls-new-digivice-celebrate-20th-anniversary/ https://attackofthefanboy.com/news/digimon-rolls-new-digivice-celebrate-20th-anniversary/#respond Sun, 08 Jan 2017 21:57:46 +0000 http://attackofthefanboy.com/?p=637848 Digimon Digital Monsters, Digimon are the champions! Now that Pokemon is done celebrating its 20th anniversary last year. Here’s to Digimon taking the spotlight this time to shine in its glory commemorating 20 years.  Bandai Namco has issued a re-release of the original Digivice, like a tamagotchi (remember those?) but battling others.  The updated devices have been remodeled to allow players to take care of their pet such as feeding, training, playing, as well as evolve their digital monsters to the next powerful form.

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The newly branded devices come in “Original Brown” and “Original Grey” colors, (which coincidentally appear more like red and blue, Pokemon anyone?) as a nostalgic throwback to the original “Ver. 1” Digivices released in 1997.  Shaped in rigid rectangular form giving it a sturdy look, the toys contain three buttons and comes with keychains so players can take them along anywhere.  As an exclusive factor, “Original Brown” comes with Agumon, whereas, Gabumon is only attainable in “Original Grey.”  Furthermore, the devices will contain Digimon from the first five devices released as well as previous 10th and 15th editions.  Allowing players to collect all virtual pets from the series, as well as newly evolved Digimon like Zabumon.  The collectibles are up for preorder now in Japan, though an official release date for North America and Europe have not been confirmed. However, rest assured, Digimon World: Next Order will be released in North America end of this month for the PS4 and PS Vita.  Created in 1997, Digimon: Digital Monsters was inspired by the popular Tamagotchi craze started in Japan and blew over to the West in the 1990s as people began to carry around virtual pets in their pockets.  Receiving much popularity as Pokemon, the Digimon franchise diverted into various sequels as well as an animated television series, games, manga and toys.  Most recently, Digimon Adventure Tri was released continuing the original animated story in light of the 20th anniversary, drawing much attention from fans. digimon-digivice-760x416

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