Is Halo seriously coming to the PlayStation? Right now, Xbox is not in the greatest state. The console company had to shut down three of its subsidiary development studios as a cost-cutting measure. That too, after a historic merger deal with Activision Blizzard worth a staggering $69 billion.
Xbox is thriving right now through some of its exclusive titles and its Game Pass. However, recently it has broken its exclusivity to surface four popular first-party titles on its arch-rival platform, PlayStation. Even popular titles like Starfield and Indiana Jones are rumored to be on PlayStation pretty soon. Now, if Halo joins the party too, then it might well be the final nail in the coffin for Xbox.
Halo on PlayStation: Project Latitude of Xbox Is on the Cards
A remastered version of Halo: Combat Evolved is rumored to be coming to Sony’s console.
We have already seen how Xbox has...
Xbox is thriving right now through some of its exclusive titles and its Game Pass. However, recently it has broken its exclusivity to surface four popular first-party titles on its arch-rival platform, PlayStation. Even popular titles like Starfield and Indiana Jones are rumored to be on PlayStation pretty soon. Now, if Halo joins the party too, then it might well be the final nail in the coffin for Xbox.
Halo on PlayStation: Project Latitude of Xbox Is on the Cards
A remastered version of Halo: Combat Evolved is rumored to be coming to Sony’s console.
We have already seen how Xbox has...
- 6/7/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
August 10-11 marks One Piece Day '24 : a massive celebration of Eiichiro Oda's world-renowned manga and anime. Despite the name, it will be spread across two days, as well as two sections: an Exhibition Area and a Live Area. The Live Area will be playing host to live performances from amazing artists connected to the series. Notably, singer Ado (the singing voice of Uta) will be appearing: Related: 2023 Was the Year of One Piece Also scheduled to perform are Mori Calliope, GRe4N Boyz, Be:first, Maki Otsuki, and Hiroshi Kitadani. A preview image of the event's exhibition space has also been released, showing designs for giant Dorry and Brogy balloons: Related: Latest One Piece English Dub Batch Hits Crunchyroll on Luffy's Birthday, Includes Gear Five Debut Multiple events are planned for the exhibition space. A selection of the series's most important scenes, nominated by fans and curated by the producers,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
After his blockbuster stint with Marvel, Chris Hemsworth has set his sights on another big franchise. The Thor actor has lent his voice to the now-famous character of Optimus Prime from the Transformers film series in an animated film that is due to hit screens in September 2024. In addition, the actor will also reportedly be involved in a crossover Transformers/G.I. Joe film that is currently untitled.
Chris Hemsworth as Thor (image credit: Marvel)
But his association with the franchise could be a hit or miss commercially judging by the poor box office records of the last film Transformers: Rise of the Beasts which earned the dubious distinction of being the lowest grossing film of the series. It now remains to be seen if Hemsworth’s star power can change this fate.
Could Chris Hemsworth’s Transformers/G.I. Joe Crossover Film Spell Trouble For the Actor?
Australian superstar Chris Hemsworth...
Chris Hemsworth as Thor (image credit: Marvel)
But his association with the franchise could be a hit or miss commercially judging by the poor box office records of the last film Transformers: Rise of the Beasts which earned the dubious distinction of being the lowest grossing film of the series. It now remains to be seen if Hemsworth’s star power can change this fate.
Could Chris Hemsworth’s Transformers/G.I. Joe Crossover Film Spell Trouble For the Actor?
Australian superstar Chris Hemsworth...
- 6/2/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
A new app wants to become the “Netflix of AI,” allowing users to watch one of its AI-generated animated series on-demand. Not yet moved? The Showrunner app then allows the viewers to use AI to create their own episodes of the show.
AI production company Fable Studios has today launched the app in its Alpha stage to the public. With it, they’re releasing the first two episodes of an animated series created with Showrunner’s AI tools, a tech-industry satire called “Exit Valley” that looks quite similar to the animation style seen on “South Park” or “Rick and Morty.”
The first episode, which you can watch here, imagines Gold Rush-era ancestors of Mark Zuckerberg, Eduardo Saverin, and the Winklevoss twins fighting to the death over the valuable element in a satirical take on the cutthroat battle over Facebook. Even their “South Park” is…not quite “South Park.” And...
AI production company Fable Studios has today launched the app in its Alpha stage to the public. With it, they’re releasing the first two episodes of an animated series created with Showrunner’s AI tools, a tech-industry satire called “Exit Valley” that looks quite similar to the animation style seen on “South Park” or “Rick and Morty.”
The first episode, which you can watch here, imagines Gold Rush-era ancestors of Mark Zuckerberg, Eduardo Saverin, and the Winklevoss twins fighting to the death over the valuable element in a satirical take on the cutthroat battle over Facebook. Even their “South Park” is…not quite “South Park.” And...
- 5/30/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
Microsoft has made several very complicated decisions regarding the management of studios that it has acquired; last month, the company shut down four studios. One of the studios was behind the masterpiece Hi-Fi Rush, whereas another studio that is still active is behind the recent Hellblade 2 game, which arguably didn’t have as much success.
On X, there is a discussion about the numbers for these two titles. The one from Ninja Theory has almost 4,000 all-time players on Steam, while the other has almost 7,000. The first was released less than 10 days ago.
Hellblade 2’s Minor Success Got Tango Gameworks Closed, According to Fans Hellblade 2 numbers are worse than Tango Gameworks Hi-Fi Rush.
Ninja Theory has finally released Hellblade 2 on May 21 for PC, Xbox Series S/X, and Game Pass. Fans and reviewers critically acclaimed this title, praising the narrative-driven adventure that does not prioritize gameplay.
Many fans claim that this...
On X, there is a discussion about the numbers for these two titles. The one from Ninja Theory has almost 4,000 all-time players on Steam, while the other has almost 7,000. The first was released less than 10 days ago.
Hellblade 2’s Minor Success Got Tango Gameworks Closed, According to Fans Hellblade 2 numbers are worse than Tango Gameworks Hi-Fi Rush.
Ninja Theory has finally released Hellblade 2 on May 21 for PC, Xbox Series S/X, and Game Pass. Fans and reviewers critically acclaimed this title, praising the narrative-driven adventure that does not prioritize gameplay.
Many fans claim that this...
- 5/29/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
It’s been three weeks since Microsoft shut down both Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin, and the community is still sour on their closing, especially with the reveal that Tango had two projects in development.
Tango and Arkane Austin were shut down on the 7th of May, with Microsoft citing that their games had not been as profitable or successful as they hoped to be, just a few months after stating that Hi-Fi Rush was extremely successful.
Tango Gameworks Had Two Projects in Development It is unlikely that we will be seeing The Evil Within 3.
Founded by Shinji Mikami, a legend in the gaming industry known for his work on the Resident Evil series. He who also directed Resident Evil 1 and 4 and produced Resident Evil 2 and 3, Tango Gameworks quickly established itself as a unique studio.
Suggested“Mr. Kojima’s a bit obsessed with films”: Resident Evil Creator...
Tango and Arkane Austin were shut down on the 7th of May, with Microsoft citing that their games had not been as profitable or successful as they hoped to be, just a few months after stating that Hi-Fi Rush was extremely successful.
Tango Gameworks Had Two Projects in Development It is unlikely that we will be seeing The Evil Within 3.
Founded by Shinji Mikami, a legend in the gaming industry known for his work on the Resident Evil series. He who also directed Resident Evil 1 and 4 and produced Resident Evil 2 and 3, Tango Gameworks quickly established itself as a unique studio.
Suggested“Mr. Kojima’s a bit obsessed with films”: Resident Evil Creator...
- 5/29/2024
- by Suhaib Adeel
- FandomWire
Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson made an increasingly rare appearance onstage together Thursday as the Rush duo covered Gordon Lightfoot’s “The Way I Feel” at a Toronto tribute concert for the late Canadian singer-songwriter.
Lee and Lifeson, who were billed as “L+L” on the lineup, performed alongside the Canadian country act Blue Rodeo at the gig at Massey Hall, the same Toronto venue where Rush recorded their All the World’s a Stage live album in 1976.
“On Thursday evening at Massey Hall in Toronto, both Alex and myself...
Lee and Lifeson, who were billed as “L+L” on the lineup, performed alongside the Canadian country act Blue Rodeo at the gig at Massey Hall, the same Toronto venue where Rush recorded their All the World’s a Stage live album in 1976.
“On Thursday evening at Massey Hall in Toronto, both Alex and myself...
- 5/25/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Xbox has once again found itself facing public scrutiny as part of another controversy. Recently, a new wave of ‘Welcome to the Family’ care packages were sent out to individuals who had just been laid off by the company, resulting in a rather embarrassing situation for the studio.
Some of these former employees have taken to social media to express their disbelief and frustration at receiving the package.
A Few Former Xbox Employees Received a Studio-Joining Care Package This latest controversy has reignited discussions about Xbox’s poor management.
The care packages, which typically include Xbox merchandise and other welcoming goodies, are meant for new employees. However, the timing of these packages reaching former employees just after being laid off has been seen as insensitive and out of touch and shows a lack of management and attention when it comes to such sensitive topics.
Suggested“They closed studios just to open a new one?...
Some of these former employees have taken to social media to express their disbelief and frustration at receiving the package.
A Few Former Xbox Employees Received a Studio-Joining Care Package This latest controversy has reignited discussions about Xbox’s poor management.
The care packages, which typically include Xbox merchandise and other welcoming goodies, are meant for new employees. However, the timing of these packages reaching former employees just after being laid off has been seen as insensitive and out of touch and shows a lack of management and attention when it comes to such sensitive topics.
Suggested“They closed studios just to open a new one?...
- 5/25/2024
- by Suhaib Adeel
- FandomWire
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves are three of the most prominent stars in Hollywood. Pitt was at the beginning of his career giving fans acclaimed movies like Thelma & Louise in 1991 but the actor lost a movie role he wanted in the same year and it also happened to Downey Jr. and Reeves.
William Baldwin, Donald Sutherland in Backdraft. Credit: Universal Pictures
The impact of losing the role upon all three stars may seem insignificant considering their remarkable cinematic career but the loss of a movie may hit hard. After their horrible auditions for Ron Howard’s Backdraft, the trio lost the role to William Baldwin. The movie could have been in the resume of one of the actors.
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr. And Keanu Reeves Lost A Role To William Baldwin Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves. Credit: MGM, Fine Line Features, and...
William Baldwin, Donald Sutherland in Backdraft. Credit: Universal Pictures
The impact of losing the role upon all three stars may seem insignificant considering their remarkable cinematic career but the loss of a movie may hit hard. After their horrible auditions for Ron Howard’s Backdraft, the trio lost the role to William Baldwin. The movie could have been in the resume of one of the actors.
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr. And Keanu Reeves Lost A Role To William Baldwin Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves. Credit: MGM, Fine Line Features, and...
- 5/23/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Xbox Game Pass might just be one of gaming’s greatest deals ever. You can play hundreds of high-quality games, ranging from indie gems to worthwhile Aaa games like the upcoming Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, for a mere $16.99/month. The subscription service also offers a $1/month trial for brand-new users, making it even more lucrative. However, while this is an extremely pro-consumer move, the repercussions of the Game Pass service are definitely felt when it comes to Xbox’s first-party studios.
Although Game Pass has been quite profitable, that has been in exchange of the revenue the games on the service would’ve made if they weren’t available on the service at all. With the recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard King (Abk) for $69 billion, the pressure on Xbox and its studios to be profitable is higher than it’s ever been as Microsoft is banking hard on being able...
Although Game Pass has been quite profitable, that has been in exchange of the revenue the games on the service would’ve made if they weren’t available on the service at all. With the recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard King (Abk) for $69 billion, the pressure on Xbox and its studios to be profitable is higher than it’s ever been as Microsoft is banking hard on being able...
- 5/19/2024
- by Suhaib Adeel
- FandomWire
Back in Cannes a year after presiding over the main Cannes jury, the two-time Palme d’or winner Ruben Öslund unveiled more details about his next mega-project, English-language “The Entertainment System Is Down,” which he said should be ready for Cannes 2026.
The press conference, attended by the hottest talent and producers from the Nordic region and beyond, was hosted by Film i Väst, one of Europe’s largest regional film funds.
Making his usual rock star appearance, flanked by actors Kirsten Dunst and Daniel Brühl, Östlund unveiled more details about “The Entertainment System Is Down”, to be shot entirely on a real 747 airplane, bought by the producers for the movie.
”I was in London doing some casting and Erik [Hemmendorff, producer and partner in the Swedish banner Plattform Produktion] was in Northern London looking for airplanes. A few days later I asked: ‘Did you buy it?’ And he said: ‘Yes!’ That was quite early in the process. I said: ‘Oh,...
The press conference, attended by the hottest talent and producers from the Nordic region and beyond, was hosted by Film i Väst, one of Europe’s largest regional film funds.
Making his usual rock star appearance, flanked by actors Kirsten Dunst and Daniel Brühl, Östlund unveiled more details about “The Entertainment System Is Down”, to be shot entirely on a real 747 airplane, bought by the producers for the movie.
”I was in London doing some casting and Erik [Hemmendorff, producer and partner in the Swedish banner Plattform Produktion] was in Northern London looking for airplanes. A few days later I asked: ‘Did you buy it?’ And he said: ‘Yes!’ That was quite early in the process. I said: ‘Oh,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Annika Pham
- Variety Film + TV
Adria Arjona and Edgar Ramirez have been announced to co-star in Jayro Bustamante’s dystopian thriller El Sombreron as The Match Factory launches worldwide sales on the project in Cannes, with CAA Media Finance representing North America.
Guatemalan director Bustamante previously made waves with Mayan drama Ixcanul (2015), which premiered in competition in Berlin, winning the Alfred Bauer Prize (since renamed the Silver Bear Jury prize), and war criminal horror La Llorona, which won Best Director and Best Film in Venice’s Giornate degli Autori in 2019.
Arjona will play an ambitious woman trapped in a marriage as the trophy wife of a violent cartel boss. Desperate for liberation, she seizes the opportunity presented by a mysterious stranger (Ramirez), who promises to smuggle her north. However, once on route, she discovers the harrowing truth about her companion and finds herself thrust into a surreal odyssey.
Bustamante’s La Casa de Produccion, Alejandro De Leon and Brian Clark,...
Guatemalan director Bustamante previously made waves with Mayan drama Ixcanul (2015), which premiered in competition in Berlin, winning the Alfred Bauer Prize (since renamed the Silver Bear Jury prize), and war criminal horror La Llorona, which won Best Director and Best Film in Venice’s Giornate degli Autori in 2019.
Arjona will play an ambitious woman trapped in a marriage as the trophy wife of a violent cartel boss. Desperate for liberation, she seizes the opportunity presented by a mysterious stranger (Ramirez), who promises to smuggle her north. However, once on route, she discovers the harrowing truth about her companion and finds herself thrust into a surreal odyssey.
Bustamante’s La Casa de Produccion, Alejandro De Leon and Brian Clark,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, the upcoming sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice from Ninja Theory, is one of the biggest Xbox game releases this year, coming on May 21. The first game was very well received by fans and critics, and players are now looking forward to playing the sequel.
However, there has been very little marketing around the game from Xbox, and many may not even know that the game drops next week. Fans are now worried that this could badly impact Hellblade 2 developer Ninja Theory, and they might also be shut down if the game does not perform well.
Hellblade 2 Is in a Bad Position Right Now
Fans are worried about Hellblade 2 and developer Ninja Theory.
Hellblade 2 is coming to Xbox Series consoles, PC, and Game Pass. Xbox recently shut down multiple studios, including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Redfall developer Arkane Austin, and players are of...
However, there has been very little marketing around the game from Xbox, and many may not even know that the game drops next week. Fans are now worried that this could badly impact Hellblade 2 developer Ninja Theory, and they might also be shut down if the game does not perform well.
Hellblade 2 Is in a Bad Position Right Now
Fans are worried about Hellblade 2 and developer Ninja Theory.
Hellblade 2 is coming to Xbox Series consoles, PC, and Game Pass. Xbox recently shut down multiple studios, including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Redfall developer Arkane Austin, and players are of...
- 5/14/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
About five years ago, Netflix was the undisputed leader in the streaming industry. In the last two to three years, however, other platforms like Max, Apple TV+, Disney+, and longtime rivals like Prime Video and Hulu have emerged as solid competitors, offering their users more and more exciting movies and shows that become instant hits.
So if you're wondering if it's worth renewing your Netflix subscription in 2024, we can safely encourage you to do so, as the streaming service's library is full of hidden gems! Stock up on popcorn, folks, because below are 15 movies on Netflix that are sure to become your next binge-worthy choice.
15 Great Movies on Netflix That Are Extremely Underrated Win It All Bad Trip Set It Up It Follows Purple Hearts 99 Homes Love and Monsters The Impossible The Raid: Redemption Whiplash Dredd The Man from Nowhere Warrior Rush
Some of the movies on the list...
So if you're wondering if it's worth renewing your Netflix subscription in 2024, we can safely encourage you to do so, as the streaming service's library is full of hidden gems! Stock up on popcorn, folks, because below are 15 movies on Netflix that are sure to become your next binge-worthy choice.
15 Great Movies on Netflix That Are Extremely Underrated Win It All Bad Trip Set It Up It Follows Purple Hearts 99 Homes Love and Monsters The Impossible The Raid: Redemption Whiplash Dredd The Man from Nowhere Warrior Rush
Some of the movies on the list...
- 5/13/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
George Miller has been the mastermind of the Mad Max franchise, dating back to the first film in 1979. The franchise has evolved in terms of his look and visual style in presenting a post-apocalyptic/dystopian desert wasteland where people and factions fight for resources. The director created history with 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road nabbing 6 Oscars.
Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky in Mad Max: Fury Road
Miller had already created a complete script for an original story for Imperator Furiosa which Charlize Theron played in Fury Road before shooting the film. After shooting Fury Road, the director planned to turn the origin story into an anime. However, those plans fell apart, but one of its concept arts from the script made its way into the upcoming Furiosa film starring Anya Taylor-Joy.
George Miller Managed to Bring Elements From His Cancelled Mad Max Anime Into Furiosa
Chris Hemsowrth’s Dementus in...
Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky in Mad Max: Fury Road
Miller had already created a complete script for an original story for Imperator Furiosa which Charlize Theron played in Fury Road before shooting the film. After shooting Fury Road, the director planned to turn the origin story into an anime. However, those plans fell apart, but one of its concept arts from the script made its way into the upcoming Furiosa film starring Anya Taylor-Joy.
George Miller Managed to Bring Elements From His Cancelled Mad Max Anime Into Furiosa
Chris Hemsowrth’s Dementus in...
- 5/13/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Xbox has been in a bad spot with the gaming community after the shutdown of multiple studios, including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Prey developer Arkane Austin. Fans have bashed the company and the management over this, and some are even boycotting.
Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, has been the main target of fans to blame over the closure of the studios, but they seem to now have someone else. Fans are now taking out their frustration on the former president of Blizzard Entertainment and VP at Microsoft, Mike Ybarra, after his lengthy tweet.
Xbox Fans Are Now Criticizing Mike Ybarra for His Tweet on Studio Closures
Xbox fans bash former Blizzard head Ybbara on his tweet defending the company.
Soon after the news that Xbox has shut down four of its studios, Mike Ybarra shared an essay-like post on X/Twitter, which seemingly felt to fans...
Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, has been the main target of fans to blame over the closure of the studios, but they seem to now have someone else. Fans are now taking out their frustration on the former president of Blizzard Entertainment and VP at Microsoft, Mike Ybarra, after his lengthy tweet.
Xbox Fans Are Now Criticizing Mike Ybarra for His Tweet on Studio Closures
Xbox fans bash former Blizzard head Ybbara on his tweet defending the company.
Soon after the news that Xbox has shut down four of its studios, Mike Ybarra shared an essay-like post on X/Twitter, which seemingly felt to fans...
- 5/12/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
Upon its introduction in 2018, Xbox’s Game Pass subscription service revolutionized the games industry, offering players access to a vast, Netflix-esque library of games for a reasonable monthly fee. Several publishers, and even direct competitor Sony, aped the idea for their own platforms.
As consumer-friendly as it seems, though, the service’s initial meteoric rise has plateaued over the past few years, with it even missing out on its growth targets consecutively. Microsoft recently reaffirmed its commitment to the service, but confidence in its sustainability remains shaky.
Former Microsoft PR Head Is Skeptical Of Game Pass
The service badly hurts premium game sales, which has been demonstrated in recent years.
In a recent LinkedIn post, former Microsoft PR lead Brad Hilderbrand pointed to Game Pass’ slowing growth over the years, and questioned whether it can regain its original momentum without a major shakeup. He stated that the “biggest paradox...
As consumer-friendly as it seems, though, the service’s initial meteoric rise has plateaued over the past few years, with it even missing out on its growth targets consecutively. Microsoft recently reaffirmed its commitment to the service, but confidence in its sustainability remains shaky.
Former Microsoft PR Head Is Skeptical Of Game Pass
The service badly hurts premium game sales, which has been demonstrated in recent years.
In a recent LinkedIn post, former Microsoft PR lead Brad Hilderbrand pointed to Game Pass’ slowing growth over the years, and questioned whether it can regain its original momentum without a major shakeup. He stated that the “biggest paradox...
- 5/12/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Call of Duty topped the charts on PlayStation in April, but interestingly, not on Xbox Series consoles. Considering Microsoft’s controversial purchase of Activision, it begs the question: why are people flocking to Sony’s platform instead?
It is hard to imagine that the company is not at least concerned with something like this. Fans have also voiced their frustrations on social media at the tech giant’s handling of Call of Duty so far.
Call of Duty Has Topped PlayStation Charts
Call of Duty continues to be hugely popular.
According to the statistics of the most played games on PS5, Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone came out on top for PS5, with Fortnite in second place, while on the series consoles the stats were flipped, with Fortnite on top.
Suggested“Prioritizing high-impact titles”: We Lost Hi-Fi Rush Sequels and a Redfall Redemption for More Starfield’s and Call of...
It is hard to imagine that the company is not at least concerned with something like this. Fans have also voiced their frustrations on social media at the tech giant’s handling of Call of Duty so far.
Call of Duty Has Topped PlayStation Charts
Call of Duty continues to be hugely popular.
According to the statistics of the most played games on PS5, Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone came out on top for PS5, with Fortnite in second place, while on the series consoles the stats were flipped, with Fortnite on top.
Suggested“Prioritizing high-impact titles”: We Lost Hi-Fi Rush Sequels and a Redfall Redemption for More Starfield’s and Call of...
- 5/12/2024
- by Dustin.C
- FandomWire
With a very complicated Xbox about to end, according to the brand’s VP, Aaron Greenberg, a long-delayed feature will be available for the consoles very soon. A recent post on X, which promoted certain aspects of Hellblade 2, raised questions about the dynamic themes in Series X/S, prompting Greenberg’s response.
This feature was available on the PlayStation consoles a long time ago, except for the PS5, which was added just a month ago, but the competition’s users have been asking for it from the beginning. Greenberg didn’t specify when this new customization option would be available.
Xbox Will Finally Add a Feature That PlayStation Has Had Since the Beginning Xbox Dynamic Themes could finally be coming, like on the PlayStation.
Fans have been longing for this feature since the consoles launched. Apparently, Xbox VP Aaron Greenberg has finally commented that this option will be available soon.
This feature was available on the PlayStation consoles a long time ago, except for the PS5, which was added just a month ago, but the competition’s users have been asking for it from the beginning. Greenberg didn’t specify when this new customization option would be available.
Xbox Will Finally Add a Feature That PlayStation Has Had Since the Beginning Xbox Dynamic Themes could finally be coming, like on the PlayStation.
Fans have been longing for this feature since the consoles launched. Apparently, Xbox VP Aaron Greenberg has finally commented that this option will be available soon.
- 5/12/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
The upset against Microsoft’s Xbox continues to grow every day as the company is seemingly putting in less effort than ever on damage controlling the entire situation. Since it was revealed that 4 beloved gaming studios have been shut down after they were recently acquired by the company, they have been unfortunately delivering statements that while given in good faith, end up coming off as hypocritical.
Microsoft has got rid of 4 beloved game studios
This time around, it is none other than Sarah Bond, the President of Xbox herself, who has directly remarked about the company choosing to shut down the four gaming studios. She has revealed what exactly was the motive behind taking such a step, and why it was deemed necessary at this point.
The Real Reason Why The Game Studios Were Shut Down Tango Gameworks, one of the studios shut down
Appearing in an interview via Bloomberg,...
Microsoft has got rid of 4 beloved game studios
This time around, it is none other than Sarah Bond, the President of Xbox herself, who has directly remarked about the company choosing to shut down the four gaming studios. She has revealed what exactly was the motive behind taking such a step, and why it was deemed necessary at this point.
The Real Reason Why The Game Studios Were Shut Down Tango Gameworks, one of the studios shut down
Appearing in an interview via Bloomberg,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Aaditya Chugh
- FandomWire
Saying Phil Spencer is one of the most disliked people in the gaming community wouldn’t be too much of a stretch currently. Xbox’s decision to shut down multiple beloved studios in a single day, has brought out the wrath of consumers from all corners of the community.
Tango Gameworks, one of the affected studios, was especially beloved by many gamers, as some of its staff were revered creatives in the industry. As players discover more about the faces behind Tango, their anger for Microsoft’s gaming brand only grows.
Xbox Lost Talented Creatives with Tango’s Closure
Phil Spencer isn’t winning any favors as gamers look at Tango’s staff’s credentials.
It was a sad day for many when an e-mail announcement from Xbox head Matt Booty was sent out to a ton of studio staff, stating that Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, and Alpha Dog Games (Mighty Doom) would be closed.
Tango Gameworks, one of the affected studios, was especially beloved by many gamers, as some of its staff were revered creatives in the industry. As players discover more about the faces behind Tango, their anger for Microsoft’s gaming brand only grows.
Xbox Lost Talented Creatives with Tango’s Closure
Phil Spencer isn’t winning any favors as gamers look at Tango’s staff’s credentials.
It was a sad day for many when an e-mail announcement from Xbox head Matt Booty was sent out to a ton of studio staff, stating that Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, and Alpha Dog Games (Mighty Doom) would be closed.
- 5/11/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
It’s a known fact that mass layoffs have been plaguing the gaming landscape for the past year and a half. We’ve seen thousands of developers lose their jobs in 2023, and the trend has continued well into 2024. Even within the last week, we saw Xbox shutting down Tango Gameworks despite the studio delivering successful titles such as Hi-Fi Rush. The unsettling trend has gamers and developers alike concerned about the future of their beloved games and studios.
Unfortunately, Ci Games, the publisher behind Lords of The Fallen Franchise, has joined the list of affected studios, with 30 employees laid off from its production teams. As reported by GamesIndustry.biz, Ci Games has stated these layoffs will be the “final targeted round of redundancies,” allowing the studio to reach maximum efficiency with its strategic priorities. According to the studio, the employees will be supported throughout the layoff process over the upcoming weeks.
Unfortunately, Ci Games, the publisher behind Lords of The Fallen Franchise, has joined the list of affected studios, with 30 employees laid off from its production teams. As reported by GamesIndustry.biz, Ci Games has stated these layoffs will be the “final targeted round of redundancies,” allowing the studio to reach maximum efficiency with its strategic priorities. According to the studio, the employees will be supported throughout the layoff process over the upcoming weeks.
- 5/10/2024
- by Dhruv Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Shift Up’s first console title, Stellar Blade, is off to an excellent start. The action-adventure title has gained lots of critical acclaim for its combat, challenging bosses, and polished launch experience on PS5
The fun doesn’t end there, though, because the Korean studio has confirmed that it will continue to expand the game with two highly requested additions from players. The first is a full-fledged photo mode, so players can…adore protagonist Eve from up close, but the second feature is much more exciting for those who love the game’s combat and bosses.
Stellar Blade Will Get A Boss Rush Mode Soon
Stellar Blade‘s director has confirmed that a Boss Rush mode is in development for the game.
In an interview with Korean outlet nate, Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim confirmed that a Boss Rush mode is currently in the works for Stellar Blade. This all-new...
The fun doesn’t end there, though, because the Korean studio has confirmed that it will continue to expand the game with two highly requested additions from players. The first is a full-fledged photo mode, so players can…adore protagonist Eve from up close, but the second feature is much more exciting for those who love the game’s combat and bosses.
Stellar Blade Will Get A Boss Rush Mode Soon
Stellar Blade‘s director has confirmed that a Boss Rush mode is in development for the game.
In an interview with Korean outlet nate, Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim confirmed that a Boss Rush mode is currently in the works for Stellar Blade. This all-new...
- 5/10/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The recent closure of multiple Xbox studios, including the critically acclaimed Tango Gameworks, developer of 2023’s beloved Hi-Fi Rush, has leveled an unprecedented amount of outrage towards Microsoft from the games industry at large.
However, what made it worse was the trillion-dollar company’s executives internally telling development teams that they want “smaller games” that bring “prestige and awards” to the company, right after shuttering those four studios. Here’s why this extraneous pursuit will lead to even more studio closures within Xbox.
Xbox’s Demands Go Against Its Actions
Xbox had one prestigious game that accrued lots of awards, and it proceeded to shut down the studio that made it.
Over the past few years, Xbox has been on a spending spree of close to $100 billion. The platform holder has acquired extremely famous names in the industry like Blizzard, Bethesda, Activision, id Software, and many more. Xbox claimed that...
However, what made it worse was the trillion-dollar company’s executives internally telling development teams that they want “smaller games” that bring “prestige and awards” to the company, right after shuttering those four studios. Here’s why this extraneous pursuit will lead to even more studio closures within Xbox.
Xbox’s Demands Go Against Its Actions
Xbox had one prestigious game that accrued lots of awards, and it proceeded to shut down the studio that made it.
Over the past few years, Xbox has been on a spending spree of close to $100 billion. The platform holder has acquired extremely famous names in the industry like Blizzard, Bethesda, Activision, id Software, and many more. Xbox claimed that...
- 5/10/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
After making Sony back off from a major decision regarding Helldivers 2, the gaming community now finally knows about the power it holds when they decide to come together for once. While many would have thought the need to do the same would not be arising any time soon, it seems Microsoft has forced the hands of gamers, with players having a more positive way to protest this time around.
Helldivers 2 players celebrate the end of their battle with some creative compositions
Ever since the company announced how they had pulled the shutter on four beloved game studios, including Tango Gameworks, players have been barraging the Steam Storefront of the games made by them with reviews, in a fairly different manner than before.
Helldivers 2 All Over Again – Why Are Fans Reverse Review-Bombing Hi-Fi Rush On Steam?
As some would like to call the effort “Review-Hyping“, for the first time in the...
Helldivers 2 players celebrate the end of their battle with some creative compositions
Ever since the company announced how they had pulled the shutter on four beloved game studios, including Tango Gameworks, players have been barraging the Steam Storefront of the games made by them with reviews, in a fairly different manner than before.
Helldivers 2 All Over Again – Why Are Fans Reverse Review-Bombing Hi-Fi Rush On Steam?
As some would like to call the effort “Review-Hyping“, for the first time in the...
- 5/10/2024
- by Aaditya Chugh
- FandomWire
The recent heartbreaking news about Tango Gameworks studio shutting down has put fans and players in a very sad mood. Even the game’s project manager had not much to say but only 2 words “Not enough?” with the picture of awards the studio has won in his latest tweet. Microsoft has been shutting down many studios in recent weeks as a measure to cut down the cost.
The Japanese studio Tango Gameworks was devastated to learn the news about their shutdown and can no longer make the much-anticipated sequel of Hi-Fi Rush.
Tango Gameworks Studio’s surprising shutdown
Hi-Fi Rush won’t get its anticipated sequel
The news of Tango Gameworks closing down is very surprising as the studio delivered a critically acclaimed game in 2023 called Hi-Fi Rush. Players with open arms received Hi-Fi Rush, and even the critics were happy with the game’s innovation and diversity. The game...
The Japanese studio Tango Gameworks was devastated to learn the news about their shutdown and can no longer make the much-anticipated sequel of Hi-Fi Rush.
Tango Gameworks Studio’s surprising shutdown
Hi-Fi Rush won’t get its anticipated sequel
The news of Tango Gameworks closing down is very surprising as the studio delivered a critically acclaimed game in 2023 called Hi-Fi Rush. Players with open arms received Hi-Fi Rush, and even the critics were happy with the game’s innovation and diversity. The game...
- 5/10/2024
- by Shubham Chaurasia
- FandomWire
There’s a lot to criticize in games like Call of Duty, but one of the most enduring complaints is the lack of originality across the titles. At this point, the series is becoming a new iteration of the same multiplayer experience, with a single-player campaign tacked on.
Unfortunately, it seems Xbox might prefer titles such as these, which create a higher impact (revenue), as opposed to smaller projects. The shutting down of various Bethesda might be a sign that the company wants to direct its resources to titles that directly improve its bottom line.
Internal Email Hints at Resource Allocation Towards Projects Such as Call of Duty Is Xbox nuking its own studios for Call of Duty?
Focusing on big projects can improve profits, but more experimental games are placed by the wayside for titles that have mass appeal. An email from Matt Booty, Head of Xbox Game Studios,...
Unfortunately, it seems Xbox might prefer titles such as these, which create a higher impact (revenue), as opposed to smaller projects. The shutting down of various Bethesda might be a sign that the company wants to direct its resources to titles that directly improve its bottom line.
Internal Email Hints at Resource Allocation Towards Projects Such as Call of Duty Is Xbox nuking its own studios for Call of Duty?
Focusing on big projects can improve profits, but more experimental games are placed by the wayside for titles that have mass appeal. An email from Matt Booty, Head of Xbox Game Studios,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Gregg Araki is set to direct Olivia Wilde in his next feature, Black Bear’s provocative thriller “I Want Your Sex.”
The film features an original script penned by Araki and Karley Sciortino which blithely explores desire, domination and fantasy.
When fresh-faced Elliot lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy (Wilde), his fantasies come true as Erika taps him to become her sexual muse. But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him on a journey more profound than he ever could have imagined, into a world of sex, obsession, power, betrayal and murder.
Arlie Day (“To Leslie”) and Mike Page (“The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry”) are casting the picture. The film will be produced by Seth Caplan, a past winner of the John Cassavetes Award at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, alongside Black Bear’s Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler.
The film features an original script penned by Araki and Karley Sciortino which blithely explores desire, domination and fantasy.
When fresh-faced Elliot lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy (Wilde), his fantasies come true as Erika taps him to become her sexual muse. But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him on a journey more profound than he ever could have imagined, into a world of sex, obsession, power, betrayal and murder.
Arlie Day (“To Leslie”) and Mike Page (“The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry”) are casting the picture. The film will be produced by Seth Caplan, a past winner of the John Cassavetes Award at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, alongside Black Bear’s Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler.
- 5/9/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
An internal Xbox email leaked two days ago, confirming the closure of four studios. After this, the whole internet went after Phil Spencer and every head of the Microsoft gaming division.
Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin were two of the studios that closed. One of these companies developed Hi-Fi Rush, prompting X users to comment on Spencer’s lack of involvement in the game. This user shared a screenshot of the user Spencer and how many achievements he has for this title, and the entire community is scrutinizing him.
Phil Spencer is in the Eye of the Storm Spencer is being scrutinized by the Xbox community.
After closing studios like multiple studios, the Microsoft brand is suffering a backlash that will have no end, at least for the moment. Phil Spencer has not talked about this yet, and the players and gamers are doing their work to hold people accountable...
Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin were two of the studios that closed. One of these companies developed Hi-Fi Rush, prompting X users to comment on Spencer’s lack of involvement in the game. This user shared a screenshot of the user Spencer and how many achievements he has for this title, and the entire community is scrutinizing him.
Phil Spencer is in the Eye of the Storm Spencer is being scrutinized by the Xbox community.
After closing studios like multiple studios, the Microsoft brand is suffering a backlash that will have no end, at least for the moment. Phil Spencer has not talked about this yet, and the players and gamers are doing their work to hold people accountable...
- 5/9/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
Xbox’s recent move to close multiple studios, including Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks, Redfall developer Arkane Austin, and Mighty Doom developer Alpha Dog Games, hasn’t gone well with the gaming community, and Xbox head Phil Spencer is being criticized alongside other people.
Gamers have bashed the company for its decisions, and it’s fair given how well Pray from Arkane Austin and Hi-Fi Rush from Tango Gameworks performed. The fans have turned to social media to criticize the company and Phil Spencer, but the Xbox head is now also a target for fans in Fallout 76.
Phil Spencer Is Burning With the Heat From Gamers
Fallout 76 players have nuked Phil Spencer’s camp in the game.
The closure of the studios has angered and saddened the gaming community, especially the Xbox community, and they have been blaming Xbox head Phil Spencer for it. Social media is filled...
Gamers have bashed the company for its decisions, and it’s fair given how well Pray from Arkane Austin and Hi-Fi Rush from Tango Gameworks performed. The fans have turned to social media to criticize the company and Phil Spencer, but the Xbox head is now also a target for fans in Fallout 76.
Phil Spencer Is Burning With the Heat From Gamers
Fallout 76 players have nuked Phil Spencer’s camp in the game.
The closure of the studios has angered and saddened the gaming community, especially the Xbox community, and they have been blaming Xbox head Phil Spencer for it. Social media is filled...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
The past week has been one of the most interesting set of few days that gamers got to witness this year. Not only the PC gaming community was able to put a stop to one of the most controversial moves ever made by Sony, but Microsoft has announced how it is closing down several beloved game studios, putting many fans in disbelief.
Microsoft is shutting down 4 game studios
One of the studios shut down during the lay-off was Tango Gameworks, who were responsible for the famous Hi-Fi Rush title. What makes the situation more infuriating for fans is how a remark made by one of the heads implies there is a need for more games like the one stated here, just a day after choosing to put an end to its developing studio.
Xbox Head Calls For More Titles Like Hi-Fi Rush
The news of the 4 game studios under Xbox...
Microsoft is shutting down 4 game studios
One of the studios shut down during the lay-off was Tango Gameworks, who were responsible for the famous Hi-Fi Rush title. What makes the situation more infuriating for fans is how a remark made by one of the heads implies there is a need for more games like the one stated here, just a day after choosing to put an end to its developing studio.
Xbox Head Calls For More Titles Like Hi-Fi Rush
The news of the 4 game studios under Xbox...
- 5/9/2024
- by Aaditya Chugh
- FandomWire
The recent shutting down of four development studios under Microsoft Gaming has shocked the world even after its historic merger deal of $76 billion with Activision Blizzard and ZeniMax, aka Bethesda. Those were Tango Gameworks, Arcane Austin, Alpha Dog Games, and Roundhouse Studios. All these studios were a part of ZeniMax Media, which is again a subsidiary company of Xbox Game Studios.
However, all these titles were doing pretty well. Arkane Austin’s Redfall might not have been the best co-op game recently, but the success of Tango Gamework’s Hi-Fi Rush and The Evil Within is evident in front of us. So, why did Microsoft have to take this harsh decision?
Activision Blizzard is Inadvertently Part of the Reason for the Studio Closures
Xbox President Matt Booty explains the reason for this huge decision.
As per Bloomberg.com, the real reason behind the axing of these studios was the hiring of new people.
However, all these titles were doing pretty well. Arkane Austin’s Redfall might not have been the best co-op game recently, but the success of Tango Gamework’s Hi-Fi Rush and The Evil Within is evident in front of us. So, why did Microsoft have to take this harsh decision?
Activision Blizzard is Inadvertently Part of the Reason for the Studio Closures
Xbox President Matt Booty explains the reason for this huge decision.
As per Bloomberg.com, the real reason behind the axing of these studios was the hiring of new people.
- 5/9/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
PlayStation and Xbox are the biggest and most well-known names in the gaming industry. Xbox recently announced the closure of Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks and Prey developer Arkane Austin, along with two other developers with a strong portfolio, and it hasn’t gone well.
The community has bashed the company for its decision and is worried about the fate of other developers under its umbrella. While Xbox faces criticism, one PlayStation announcement is the first for the company and a good one at that, which is rare these days given the state of the industry.
Latest PlayStation India Announcement Is a First for the Company
Sony has released the first PlayStation 5 video ad in India.
The PlayStation 5 has been out for a while now, and the latest model dubbed the PS5 Slim, was finally launched in India last month. The new model is slimmer and more compact than the original model,...
The community has bashed the company for its decision and is worried about the fate of other developers under its umbrella. While Xbox faces criticism, one PlayStation announcement is the first for the company and a good one at that, which is rare these days given the state of the industry.
Latest PlayStation India Announcement Is a First for the Company
Sony has released the first PlayStation 5 video ad in India.
The PlayStation 5 has been out for a while now, and the latest model dubbed the PS5 Slim, was finally launched in India last month. The new model is slimmer and more compact than the original model,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
Nothing is going well in the Xbox camp. The gaming industry as a whole has been rocked with several rounds of layoffs, leading to many feeling companies are not doing everything in their power to safeguard their employees. Recent news on Microsoft’s front is not going to help change that perception.
More closures are happening, and one studio in particular that has been affected is going to disappoint many gamers. What’s worse, the studio was trying to pitch for a sequel to its game that might never see the light of day.
Xbox Announces Surprising Shutdown of Several Development Studios Xbox has possibly nuked chances for a sequel to this game.
The shutting down of a studio or team is never a good sign. Not only does it signal internal issues with the larger company, but it also means several people would be losing their livelihoods. It also...
More closures are happening, and one studio in particular that has been affected is going to disappoint many gamers. What’s worse, the studio was trying to pitch for a sequel to its game that might never see the light of day.
Xbox Announces Surprising Shutdown of Several Development Studios Xbox has possibly nuked chances for a sequel to this game.
The shutting down of a studio or team is never a good sign. Not only does it signal internal issues with the larger company, but it also means several people would be losing their livelihoods. It also...
- 5/9/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Hellblade 2, Ninja Theory’s much-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, is on the verge of release. There are just a few weeks till D-Day (May 21st), and rumors are already floating that the Microsoft exclusive is already being considered for porting elsewhere.
With the recent wave of studio closures, it’s not spelling good news for the state of Ninja Theory or Hellblade. If Microsoft is already planning on porting the game, I don’t need to say more about what could happen (Hint: Tango Gameworks).
Even Before Launch, Hellblade 2’s Exclusive Status Isn’t Guaranteed
PS5 users might enjoy Hellblade 2 sooner than we thought.
The Hellblade game has always been sort of a niche, but it is undoubtedly one of Microsoft’s most interesting exclusives. The first game is a dark and haunting journey through the mind of its protagonist, Senua, as she goes on...
With the recent wave of studio closures, it’s not spelling good news for the state of Ninja Theory or Hellblade. If Microsoft is already planning on porting the game, I don’t need to say more about what could happen (Hint: Tango Gameworks).
Even Before Launch, Hellblade 2’s Exclusive Status Isn’t Guaranteed
PS5 users might enjoy Hellblade 2 sooner than we thought.
The Hellblade game has always been sort of a niche, but it is undoubtedly one of Microsoft’s most interesting exclusives. The first game is a dark and haunting journey through the mind of its protagonist, Senua, as she goes on...
- 5/9/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
Xbox caught a storm of flak from the games industry over a very recent wave of studio closures, as it shuttered four Bethesda studios, with Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin being particularly harsh blows.
While Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has yet to make a public statement about the closures, a 2023 quote from the executive makes them all the more hypocritical, leading to him receiving a fair amount of ridicule on social media.
Phil Spencer Says He Wants Quality Games, But Does He?
Xbox’s mission is to produce quality games, yet it still shut down Tango, which made its best game in recent years.
Speaking with The Guardian, Spencer emphasized the importance of producing high-quality first-party games:
Quality games is critically important to our strategy. So it’s not that Starfield getting at 11 out of 10 isn’t our goal – although, that’s a silly way of putting it. I...
While Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has yet to make a public statement about the closures, a 2023 quote from the executive makes them all the more hypocritical, leading to him receiving a fair amount of ridicule on social media.
Phil Spencer Says He Wants Quality Games, But Does He?
Xbox’s mission is to produce quality games, yet it still shut down Tango, which made its best game in recent years.
Speaking with The Guardian, Spencer emphasized the importance of producing high-quality first-party games:
Quality games is critically important to our strategy. So it’s not that Starfield getting at 11 out of 10 isn’t our goal – although, that’s a silly way of putting it. I...
- 5/8/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Yesterday’s closure of Tango Gameworks by parent company Microsoft was a deep cut for millions in the games industry. Started by legendary game auteur Shinji Mikami, the small Japanese studio gave birth to excellent games like The Evil Within, Ghostwire Tokyo, and most recently, Hi-Fi Rush.
The 2023 rhythmic action-brawler was a complete shadow-drop, yet one of the best games of the year. And why wouldn’t it, with its lively art style and hectic gameplay? However, what elevates the game even further is its curated selection of licensed music, as director John Johanas reveals.
Licensed Music Makes Up A Chunk Of Hi-Fi Rush‘s Identity
John Johanas believes the licensed songs are integral to the Tango masterpiece’s gameplay loop.
Speaking with Touch Arcade, Johanas spoke about how the underlying concept of Hi-Fi Rush revolves around feeling like an interactive music video, and how licensed music was crucial to...
The 2023 rhythmic action-brawler was a complete shadow-drop, yet one of the best games of the year. And why wouldn’t it, with its lively art style and hectic gameplay? However, what elevates the game even further is its curated selection of licensed music, as director John Johanas reveals.
Licensed Music Makes Up A Chunk Of Hi-Fi Rush‘s Identity
John Johanas believes the licensed songs are integral to the Tango masterpiece’s gameplay loop.
Speaking with Touch Arcade, Johanas spoke about how the underlying concept of Hi-Fi Rush revolves around feeling like an interactive music video, and how licensed music was crucial to...
- 5/8/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
There’s no doubt that the Xbox Game Pass is an incredible subscription that Microsoft provides to its players, but considering how some of its highlights were created by the studios getting shut down by the company, many fans can’t seem to support it any longer. Sure, Arkane Austin may not have had the greatest track record recently, especially with the mediocrity of Redfall, but the developer and others like it have been responsible for some memorable games as well.
Just when things were starting to take a positive direction for Microsoft’s gaming division, with the recent success of Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush on the PS5, the company’s latest decision has proven to be the final blow for even some loyal fans.
Tango and Arkane Have Both Made Significant Contributions to Xbox Game Pass Xbox Game Pass is only as good as its catalog, and Arkane Austin...
Just when things were starting to take a positive direction for Microsoft’s gaming division, with the recent success of Tango Gameworks’ Hi-Fi Rush on the PS5, the company’s latest decision has proven to be the final blow for even some loyal fans.
Tango and Arkane Have Both Made Significant Contributions to Xbox Game Pass Xbox Game Pass is only as good as its catalog, and Arkane Austin...
- 5/8/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
In the wake of Microsoft’s decision to close Arkane Austin, the co-director of Redfall, Harvey Smith, has written about the studio’s achievements.
Yesterday (7th May), Microsoft announced that it’s to close several studios under its control, including Tango Gameworks, makers of The Evil Within and the joyous Hi-Fi Rush, and Arkane Austin, a developer whose work includes Dishonored, Prey and last year’s Redfall.
Evidently still processing the decision, Harvey Smith, the co-director of Redfall, has taken to Twitter to write a lengthy post on the studio’s history and achievements. It places a movingly human angle on a cold business decision – and emphasises just how sudden the announcement was.
“Yesterday, as we packed up and reassured one another,” Smith wrote, “I spent time with people who were part of crafting Redfall, Dishonored 1, and Prey, yes, but prior to that Deus Ex, Ultima, and countless other...
Yesterday (7th May), Microsoft announced that it’s to close several studios under its control, including Tango Gameworks, makers of The Evil Within and the joyous Hi-Fi Rush, and Arkane Austin, a developer whose work includes Dishonored, Prey and last year’s Redfall.
Evidently still processing the decision, Harvey Smith, the co-director of Redfall, has taken to Twitter to write a lengthy post on the studio’s history and achievements. It places a movingly human angle on a cold business decision – and emphasises just how sudden the announcement was.
“Yesterday, as we packed up and reassured one another,” Smith wrote, “I spent time with people who were part of crafting Redfall, Dishonored 1, and Prey, yes, but prior to that Deus Ex, Ultima, and countless other...
- 5/8/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
The gaming community is currently mourning the closure of two Xbox-owned studios, Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks. Tango was most well-known for the exceptional indie title Hi-Fi Rush, while the former is infamously known for the disastrous Redfall and the underrated Prey.
With the recent closure of the studio, many fans and devs alike are both stunned and confused as to what could have led to this decision. Head of Arkane Lyon, Dinga Bakaba, recently shared his thoughts on the whole matter, and to be blunt, he sounds mortified by the events that have just taken place.
Head of Arkane Lyon Reacts to Horrific Decision from Xbox to Close Austin Studio Xbox has closed the studio behind Redfall.
Generally speaking, the acquisition of Bethesda was a huge deal for Microsoft. Now that the ship has sailed, gamers are left wondering why there was a sudden shift in attitude towards studios under Bethesda.
With the recent closure of the studio, many fans and devs alike are both stunned and confused as to what could have led to this decision. Head of Arkane Lyon, Dinga Bakaba, recently shared his thoughts on the whole matter, and to be blunt, he sounds mortified by the events that have just taken place.
Head of Arkane Lyon Reacts to Horrific Decision from Xbox to Close Austin Studio Xbox has closed the studio behind Redfall.
Generally speaking, the acquisition of Bethesda was a huge deal for Microsoft. Now that the ship has sailed, gamers are left wondering why there was a sudden shift in attitude towards studios under Bethesda.
- 5/8/2024
- by Adil Farooq
- FandomWire
Xbox’s strategy for the ongoing generation seems pretty clear: take two steps forward, jump ten steps back. From the lack of exclusive titles, bringing the few that remain onto its direct competitor, presenting plans of going completely digital, to causing a lot of confusion among its supporters, most have no idea what’s in store for the company’s future.
However, it seems as though Xbox hasn’t had enough of dragging itself through the mud, as right after dissolving 4 of its most prominent studios, including Arkane and Tango Gameworks, the company proceeds to announce a fire-red variant of its controller. Talk about being tone-deaf.
The Poor Studios at Xbox Are the Real Targets of “Feel the Burn” Xbox’s latest announcement is either a PR move or just bad timing.
Not even a day has passed since Microsoft decided to torch 4 of its biggest studios, and it is...
However, it seems as though Xbox hasn’t had enough of dragging itself through the mud, as right after dissolving 4 of its most prominent studios, including Arkane and Tango Gameworks, the company proceeds to announce a fire-red variant of its controller. Talk about being tone-deaf.
The Poor Studios at Xbox Are the Real Targets of “Feel the Burn” Xbox’s latest announcement is either a PR move or just bad timing.
Not even a day has passed since Microsoft decided to torch 4 of its biggest studios, and it is...
- 5/8/2024
- by Akshit Dangi
- FandomWire
It has been a rough few days for the gaming community as games like Helldivers 2 take a massive hit with a review bomb to show Sony that gamers won’t accept their silly account linking policy, while Microsoft jumps on the bad news bandwagon by closing down 4 different studios all at once.
These four different studios have all created different games that have sadly had a rough time in terms of sales and attention-getting, except for Hi-Fi Rush. These studios are Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog Games, and Roundhouse Games, which were all in charge of releasing a few games that sadly fell through.
After this recent announcement, Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Johan Pilestedt released a tweet commenting on the recent news, but sadly, it didn’t go the way he planned.
Johan Pilestedt Speaks His Mind About the Recent Closures Thanks to Microsoft Microsoft takes a massive hit as it closes down 4 studios.
These four different studios have all created different games that have sadly had a rough time in terms of sales and attention-getting, except for Hi-Fi Rush. These studios are Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog Games, and Roundhouse Games, which were all in charge of releasing a few games that sadly fell through.
After this recent announcement, Arrowhead Game Studios CEO Johan Pilestedt released a tweet commenting on the recent news, but sadly, it didn’t go the way he planned.
Johan Pilestedt Speaks His Mind About the Recent Closures Thanks to Microsoft Microsoft takes a massive hit as it closes down 4 studios.
- 5/7/2024
- by Liam Magee
- FandomWire
The gaming industry is going through a very tough time. News of layoffs and studio closures are getting far too common, with reports of Take-Two shutting down Rollerdrome developer Roll7 going public just a few days ago, and Deliver Us Mars developer KeokeN also laying off its entire team.
Now, it’s been devastatingly discovered that Xbox has shuttered four studios under the Bethesda umbrella, with one of them having delivered arguably the best Xbox game in recent years.
Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks Closed By Xbox
Tango’s delightful rhythm brawler will never be continued, and that’s a certifiable disappointment.
IGN first reported on the news, as they received a copy of an official email that announced Xbox will be closing down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse Games. The platform holder acquired these studios as part of the $7.5B Zenimax acquisition in 2021.
SUGGESTEDHi-Fi Rush Review...
Now, it’s been devastatingly discovered that Xbox has shuttered four studios under the Bethesda umbrella, with one of them having delivered arguably the best Xbox game in recent years.
Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks Closed By Xbox
Tango’s delightful rhythm brawler will never be continued, and that’s a certifiable disappointment.
IGN first reported on the news, as they received a copy of an official email that announced Xbox will be closing down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse Games. The platform holder acquired these studios as part of the $7.5B Zenimax acquisition in 2021.
SUGGESTEDHi-Fi Rush Review...
- 5/7/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Jason Schreier, a popular journalist, has just reported that Xbox will be shutting down two major studios that are part of Bethesda. The creators of The Evil Within, Hi-Fi Rush, and Ghostwire Tokyo, Tango Gameworks, will be shutting down. At first, this studio had Shinji Mikami as director.
Arkane Austin will also be closing down. This studio was behind one of the biggest failures in recent years, the co-op PvE called Redfall, which almost had no players at launch. Two additional studios will face dismantling due to their underperformance.
Xbox Will Be Shutting Down Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin Tango Gameworks, responsible for Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hi-Fi Rush, will be shut down by Xbox.
The industry keeps suffering massive losses. Microsoft has just announced that it will be shutting down various studios from Bethesda/Zenimax Group. Jason Schreier first reported on this development. Matt Booty, director of Xbox Game Studios,...
Arkane Austin will also be closing down. This studio was behind one of the biggest failures in recent years, the co-op PvE called Redfall, which almost had no players at launch. Two additional studios will face dismantling due to their underperformance.
Xbox Will Be Shutting Down Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin Tango Gameworks, responsible for Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hi-Fi Rush, will be shut down by Xbox.
The industry keeps suffering massive losses. Microsoft has just announced that it will be shutting down various studios from Bethesda/Zenimax Group. Jason Schreier first reported on this development. Matt Booty, director of Xbox Game Studios,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
As far as Alex Lifeson is concerned, the band to which he devoted five decades of his life is over, but that doesn’t mean he’s done as a musician. The former Rush guitarist is hard at work on new music in his well-stocked home studio, recording guitar parts for the second album by Envy of None, the band he co-founded in 2021 with bassist Andy Curran (formerly of the Canadian rock band Coney Hatch), keyboardist/guitarist Alfio Annibalini, and the talented 27-year-old vocalist Maiah Wynne. He’s also started his own custom equipment company,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Brian Hiatt
- Rollingstone.com
Rush
Rush, 10pm, BBC2, Monday, May 6
The story of the rivalry between F1 aces James Hunt and Niki Lauda is given a glossy big screen retelling in Ron Howard's film. Written by Peter Morgan, it's no surprise that the writer of Frost/Nixon and The Queen puts psychology to the fore and amps up the win-at-any-costs mentality of Lauda, in particular - something that led the driver to have a horrific accident. Howard's action on the racing circuit does the job but it's Lauda's battle back from the accident that really holds the interest and Daniel Bruhl, who can be a bit hit and miss in terms of performances, is on the top of his game as the driven Austrian. Chris Hemsworth puts in a solid supporting performance, although he mainly leans into the established playboy image of the English sportsman.
Gone Girl, 10.07pm, Monday, May 6, Great Movies (Freeview...
Rush, 10pm, BBC2, Monday, May 6
The story of the rivalry between F1 aces James Hunt and Niki Lauda is given a glossy big screen retelling in Ron Howard's film. Written by Peter Morgan, it's no surprise that the writer of Frost/Nixon and The Queen puts psychology to the fore and amps up the win-at-any-costs mentality of Lauda, in particular - something that led the driver to have a horrific accident. Howard's action on the racing circuit does the job but it's Lauda's battle back from the accident that really holds the interest and Daniel Bruhl, who can be a bit hit and miss in terms of performances, is on the top of his game as the driven Austrian. Chris Hemsworth puts in a solid supporting performance, although he mainly leans into the established playboy image of the English sportsman.
Gone Girl, 10.07pm, Monday, May 6, Great Movies (Freeview...
- 5/6/2024
- by Amber Wilkinson
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Oscar-winning filmmaker Neil Jordan is to direct a feature based on one of his own novels for the first time.
“The Well of Saint Nobody,” adapted from “The Crying Game,” “Interview With the Vampire” and “Michael Collins” director’s acclaimed 2023 novel of the same name, will be introduced to buyers in Cannes by Bankside Films.
Oscar winner Jeremy Irons Oscar nominee Helena Bonham Carter and Aidan Quinn are attached to star in the film, currently in pre-production, and expected to start shooting later in 2024.
“The Well of Saint Nobody,” follows William, a famous concert pianist who retires to a rectory in West Cork, Ireland. There, he hires local woman, Tara, as a housekeeper who he has met three times yet forgotten all about her. While he remembers nothing of their previous meetings, she remembers everything. When an abandoned well is found on the property she shares legends of the well’s magical history with him,...
“The Well of Saint Nobody,” adapted from “The Crying Game,” “Interview With the Vampire” and “Michael Collins” director’s acclaimed 2023 novel of the same name, will be introduced to buyers in Cannes by Bankside Films.
Oscar winner Jeremy Irons Oscar nominee Helena Bonham Carter and Aidan Quinn are attached to star in the film, currently in pre-production, and expected to start shooting later in 2024.
“The Well of Saint Nobody,” follows William, a famous concert pianist who retires to a rectory in West Cork, Ireland. There, he hires local woman, Tara, as a housekeeper who he has met three times yet forgotten all about her. While he remembers nothing of their previous meetings, she remembers everything. When an abandoned well is found on the property she shares legends of the well’s magical history with him,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
Starting his career on television, Chris Hemsworth managed to become one of the biggest names in the entertainment industry after the massive success of Marvel’s The Avengers. Hemsworth is synonymous with his MCU role as Thor, the Norse God of Thunder, despite giving memorable portrayals in films like Extraction, Cabin in the Woods, Rush, and many more.
Chris Hemsworth. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
The actor’s career is full of smash-hit blockbuster films, that add to his stardom and massive fan following. However, there is one film that left a dent in his stellar acting career that too right after he catapulted himself into new heights of stardom. The film is none other than the 2012 film, Red Dawn, which is often called as the most meaningless remake in the history of Hollywood.
Chris Hemsworth Disappointed Fans With an Unnecessary Remake of 1984 Blockbuster
John Milius’ 1984 drama film, Red Dawn was a...
Chris Hemsworth. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
The actor’s career is full of smash-hit blockbuster films, that add to his stardom and massive fan following. However, there is one film that left a dent in his stellar acting career that too right after he catapulted himself into new heights of stardom. The film is none other than the 2012 film, Red Dawn, which is often called as the most meaningless remake in the history of Hollywood.
Chris Hemsworth Disappointed Fans With an Unnecessary Remake of 1984 Blockbuster
John Milius’ 1984 drama film, Red Dawn was a...
- 5/5/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Over the course of its history, USA Network has had both great successes and big disappointments when it comes to its original scripted shows. Which of the current ones will be cancelled or renewed for another season? Stay tuned!
Scripted USA Network shows listed: Benched, Briarpatch, Chucky, Colony, Complications, Covert Affairs, Damnation, Dare Me, Dig, Dirty John, Eyewitness, Falling Water, Graceland, Mr. Robot, Pearson, Playing House, Psych, The Purge, Queen of the South, Royal Pains, Rush, Satisfaction, Shooter, The Sinner, Sirens, Suits, Treadstone, Unsolved, and White Collar.
Last updated: Most recent ratings added for Chucky.
There's lots of data that USA Network execs look at when deciding whether to renew or cancel a TV series but ratings are the major ingredient. Here's an updated listing of all of their recent/current primetime scripted shows.
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Scripted USA Network shows listed: Benched, Briarpatch, Chucky, Colony, Complications, Covert Affairs, Damnation, Dare Me, Dig, Dirty John, Eyewitness, Falling Water, Graceland, Mr. Robot, Pearson, Playing House, Psych, The Purge, Queen of the South, Royal Pains, Rush, Satisfaction, Shooter, The Sinner, Sirens, Suits, Treadstone, Unsolved, and White Collar.
Last updated: Most recent ratings added for Chucky.
There's lots of data that USA Network execs look at when deciding whether to renew or cancel a TV series but ratings are the major ingredient. Here's an updated listing of all of their recent/current primetime scripted shows.
Read More…...
- 5/5/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Without question, one of the most anticipated movies of the summer is "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." Serving as a prequel to 2015's action masterpiece "Mad Max: Fury Road," director George Miller is finally back nearly a decade later to deliver the long-promised fifth entry in his legendary franchise. This time around, we have a familiar hero in Furiosa, now played by Anya Taylor-Joy ("The Queen's Gambit"), facing off against a new villain in Dementus, played by Chris Hemsworth ("Thor"). For Hemsworth, in particular, playing the villain in the latest "Mad Max" film was a scary prospect.
In a new cover story for Entertainment Weekly, Hemsworth revealed that he felt some trepidation in taking on the role. The actor, who has played Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for nearly 15 years, explained that it "scared the s*** out of me." Why would one of the biggest stars in the world...
In a new cover story for Entertainment Weekly, Hemsworth revealed that he felt some trepidation in taking on the role. The actor, who has played Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for nearly 15 years, explained that it "scared the s*** out of me." Why would one of the biggest stars in the world...
- 5/2/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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