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New The Green Knight Trailer Will Drop On Tuesday

Posted: 10 May 2021 10:00 AM PDT

The official Twitter account for The Green Knight, an upcoming medieval fantasy film due out this summer from distributor A24, has announced that the highly anticipated film will finally get its first trailer on Tuesday. Since last year, all fans have had to get a sense of the movie was a short teaser trailer released early February last year.

Before COVID-19 came along, The Green Knight was originally due out last May and was featured prominently in our list of the biggest upcoming movies of 2020. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is a 14th century legend set during the time of King Arthur, in which a Knight of the Round Table enters into a deadly pact with an otherworldly being known as the Green Knight.

The Green Knight is directed by David Lowery, whose previous movies include the 2016 Disney remake of Pete's Dragon and the 2018's crime drama The Old Man & The Gun, which starred Robert Redford in potentially his final performance. The Green Knight also stars Joel Edgerton (Bright), Alicia Vikander (Tomb Raider), and Barry Keoghan (Dunkirk). The film was first announced back in 2018, and is currently due out July 30, 2021 and will reportedly clock in at 125 minutes. The new trailer should be thrilling, as last year's stunning clip showcased how the movie intriguingly blends horror and fantasy.

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Filmmaker Claims Capcom Copied His Movie Monster For Resident Evil Village

Posted: 10 May 2021 09:47 AM PDT

A Dutch filmmaker has accused Capcom of "stealing" a monster design from one of his films in Resident Evil Village. Richard Raaphorst, who directed the 2013 horror film Frankenstein's Army, claimed in a recent LinkedIn post (thanks, VGC) that Capcom copied a distinctive monster from that film for a boss fight.

Minor spoilers for Resident Evil Village ahead. You have been warned.

In Frankenstein's Army, a massive monstrosity with a propeller for a head attacks a group of soldiers, who eventually defeat the monster by blowing it up. You can see a part of that scene in the YouTube trailer below. Village has a boss fight with the monster "Sturm," who is also a massive monstrosity with a propeller for a head who eventually explodes. Eurogamer has a clip of the full boss fight, if you're so inclined.

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WoW Classic Players Aren't Pleased With Blizzard's Burning Crusade Announcements

Posted: 10 May 2021 09:41 AM PDT

Blizzard recently announced the news that World of Warcraft: Classic players have been waiting for: The game's next "classic" expansion, The Burning Crusade, will arrive on June 1. But many in the game's community have been less than thrilled with two announcements that coincided with the news about the game's launch date, namely the short length of the Burning Crusade's pre-patch as well as the inclusion of additional services and cosmetics Blizzard is now offering for real money in WoW Classic for the first time.

Pre-patches for WoW expansions typically last about four weeks and lay the groundwork for the upcoming expansion. The patches include class balance and talent changes, new items, and typically some kind of activity or questline that leads into the game's next chapter. For Burning Crusade Classic, the pre-patch is of even greater importance than normal, as it not only brings about class changes and item rebalancing, but also two new races in the form of the Horde's Blood Elves and the Alliance's Draenei. Blood Elves are the only Horde race in the Burning Crusade that can be the previously Alliance-exclusive paladin class, while Draenei is the only Alliance race which can be the previously Horde-exclusive shaman class. That means more than a few players will be rerolling to play these new classes.

Blizzard said during the initial announcement of Burning Crusade Classic that the game's pre-patch would allow players an opportunity to level new Blood Elf and Draenei characters ahead of the expansion's launch. Given Blizzard's pre-patch history, most players assumed this would mean a pre-patch lasting about four weeks.

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Army Of The Dead Twitter Reactions Are In

Posted: 10 May 2021 09:26 AM PDT

Army of the Dead is Zack Synder's latest movie, and it hits Netflix on May 15. It's a zombie action thriller that focuses on a group of mercenaries who are hired to enter zombie-infested Las Vegas to steal thousands of dollars from a casino vault.

Official reviews of Army of the Dead arrive tomorrow, but ahead of that, critics have started posted their reactions on Twitter. So far the response is extremely positive, with the action, cast, and sense of humor all coming in for praise. Some critics state that movie doesn't sustain the fun for the entire movie, on the whole, initial reactions suggest this is one that horror and action fans will want to watch. Check out some of the reactions below.

Army of the Dead stars Dave Bautista, lla Purnell, Ana de la Reguera, Garret Dillahunt, Omari Hardwick, Theo Rossi, and Tig Notaro. It's directed and co-written by Snyder. The movie will also play in over 600 theaters ahead of its Netflix release later this week.

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This Samsung Monitor Can Do It All, And It's On Sale Today Only

Posted: 10 May 2021 09:26 AM PDT

Far too often monitors feature the same technology of traditional TVs but lack many of their most utilized features. That's especially true if you've grown accustomed to having all of your displays be smart ones, with apps for streaming, web browsing, and more. The Samsung AM500 27-inch monitor is one of the company's attempts to bridge that gap, offering a traditional 1080p monitor with the smart functionality of its TV line. It's on sale today only, too, with Best Buy offering the monitor at a discounted price of $190.

Samsung AM500 27-Inch Monitor

$190 (was $230)

The Samsung AM500 isn't going to win awards for being the best in terms of resolution or refresh rate, but it hits all the expected marks of a modern display. You get a 1080p, VA panel at 60Hz, ensuring deep black levels that will do wonders for media consumption. That will come in handy with the monitor's built-in apps, featuring Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and more. It's all powered by Samsung's Tizen OS, which has been driving many of its TVs for years now.

The monitor also features support for Samsung Dex, which lets you turn your Samsung smartphone into a portable computer by hooking up with the much larger display. In terms of I/O you'll get two HDMI ports (one of which features ARC support, if you want to route audio) and two USB ports for charging devices. The monitor lacks any height adjustment support but does feature significant tilt range that will let you get the angle just right.

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Teen Titans' Beast Boy Is Coming To Fortnite

Posted: 10 May 2021 09:10 AM PDT

Diligent Fortnite Battle Pass chasers likely already have the Teen Titans' Raven unlocked, and one of her closest allies is coming to the island too, though for most players he won't come free. Beast Boy is coming to Fortnite in the Item Shop update on Thursday, May 13 at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET, but you can unlock Beats Boy early by taking part in the upcoming Teen Titans Cup.

Joining Beast Boy is a pair of accessories for players who prefer to complete a cosmetic set. The shapeshifting hero's set also includes the Bonk Bat Pickaxe and Couch Titan Back Bling, made complete with a full pizza and video game controller strapped to the hero's back. Players can swap between Beast Boy's usual look and his "primal" look with the Built-In Emote, Go Ape, that turns the hero into a green gorilla. A price for the set has not yet been revealed.

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Players who want to celebrate the Teen Titans' star duo in Fortnite can take part in the Teen Titans Cup beginning on May 12. This Duos tournament will pair players as the budding romantics, Raven and Beast Boy, where top qualifiers will unlock the Beast Boy outfit and Back Bling sooner than their arrival in the Item Shop. Meanwhile, simply participating in the Cup at all will unlock the BBRae Loading Screen, which celebrates the pair of young heroes in new artwork from Teen Titans artist Gabriel Picolo.

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Netflix's Jupiter's League Gets New Action-Packed Behind-The-Scenes Video

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:36 AM PDT

Netflix has released a thrilling behind-the-scenes video offering Jupiter's Legacy fans insights into how the first episode's climactic hilltop battle scene featuring the supervillain Blackstar was actually filmed. In a little over three minutes, the actors and crew break down how they filled three months with planning for this scene alone.

"The challenge of this sequence is we have a massive, tone-setting action piece with about nine different characters," says Philip J. Silvera, the production's stunt coordinator. "And there's a lot of story to tell, and a lot of action to show in a very short amount of time."

As actor Josh Duhamel, who plays The Utopian, says, this short video is a great reminder of how "tedious" huge setpieces can be to produce, but with careful attention to detail, "the cumulative effect of it all [will make it] really intense."

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Notorious Horror Movie Faces Of Death To be Remade By Cam Filmmakers

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:35 AM PDT

Controversial horror movie Faces of Death is getting a remake. The new version of the 1978 film will be written by Isa Mazzei and directed by Daniel Goldhaber. The pair previously made the acclaimed 2018 psychological horror Cam.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the rights to Faces of Death have been picked up by Godzilla vs. Kong producers Legendary Entertainment. The site states that the company hopes to kickstart a new franchise.

The original Faces of Death is part of so-called mondo subgenre, and consisted of gruesome footage of supposedly real-life deaths, presented by pathologist Francis B. Gröss (in fact actor Michael Carr). The footage is a mix of real and fake, from real-life car accidents to staged executions and cannibalism. The original film was a big hit on VHS in the US, and was followed by three sequels. In the UK, the movie was banned as part of the "video nasty" scare of the early '80s, and footage of real-life animal violence remains cut from the film to this day.

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Resident Evil Village's Lady Dimitrescu Was Brought To Life With The Help Of A Very Angry Stick

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:34 AM PDT

Standing at 9'6" there isn't anyone alive that could properly provide motion capture for Resident Evil Village's Lady Dimitrescu. To bring the big lady to life, Capcom paired up motion capture actress Maggie Robertson with an extremely unhappy stick.

Since she started posting on Twitter on May 6, Robertson has been interacting with the Lady Dimitrescu fans of the internet. Once the game launched though, she was finally able to share some of the work that went into Resident Evil Village behind-the-scenes. That includes just how the team at Capcom managed to create the scenes with Lady Dimitrescu.

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Gears Studio The Coalition Confirms Two Projects In Development, Will Use Unreal Engine 5

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:12 AM PDT

Gears developer The Coalition is now making games using the Unreal Engine 5, which is the latest edition of Epic's game development tools that promise better graphics. The studio also confirmed it has multiple new projects in the works.

In a blog post, The Coalition said, "We're excited to start shifting our resources to next-gen development using Unreal Engine 5."

The Gears series has a close connection to that engine, of course, as the franchise was originally developed by Epic Games itself before Microsoft acquired it. The original Gears of War was one of the first games to run at 720p on Xbox 360, while Gears 5 was updated on Xbox Series X|S to support 120fps on console in 2020.

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Best Deals Today: Super Mario 3D World, Switch Accessories, Smart Monitors, And More

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:07 AM PDT

The start of a new week also means a fresh batch of gaming, tech, and entertainment deals. Nintendo Switch owners have a nice selection to choose from, with first-party exclusives like Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury and great accessories such as the Hori Split Pad Pro. Meanwhile, Best Buy has a few noteworthy deals, including a nice discount on a Samsung smart monitor and an awesome deal on a SanDisk portable NVMe SSD. We've rounded up the best deals you can grab on Monday. Make sure to check back here tomorrow for new deals.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury

$50 (was $60)

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is $10 off at Amazon. There's no telling how long this deal will last and it matches the best price we've seen for the recently released platformer. It includes a port of the excellent Wii U game as well as a new open-world campaign that switches things up. Together, the two experiences add up to create a dynamic Super Mario platforming game. It earned a 9/10 in our Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury review.

Midnight Blue Split Pad Pro

$40.50 (was $50)

Hori's Split Pad Pro is one of our picks for the best Nintendo Switch controllers. It replaces the Joy-Cons and provides a more conventional feel with larger thumbsticks, a traditional D-pad, and a more ergonomic design. It's especially great for those with larger hands. The Split Pad Pro does come with a few downsides, though. It doesn't have rumble or NFC support, and it tends to drain the Switch's battery quicker than normal. You can grab the Midnight Blue model for $40.50 at Amazon right now.

Echo Show 5

$50 (was $90)

The Echo Show 5 is on sale for $40 off at Amazon right now. The 5.5-inch smart display is great for those who are looking for an affordable smart home hub with great versatility. Along with acting as a smart speaker, the Show 5 is nice for video calls or even watching TV shows or movies.

Horipad for Nintendo Switch

$38.20 (was $50)

A cheaper alternative to the Switch Pro Controller, the Horipad is on sale for $38.20 right now. This wireless controller offers 15 hours of play time on a full charge, has ergonomic grips on the handles, and boasts a sturdy, compact design. It also has an accelerometer and gyroscope for motion controls and is officially licensed by Nintendo.

Samsung AM500 Smart Tizen Monitor

$190 (was $230)

This Samsung 27-inch smart monitor is $40 off at Best Buy today only. The AM500 features a full HD LED display with HDMI and USB ports. While you can, of course, use this with a PC, you can wirelessly connect your phone or tablet to the display for streaming or work. The versatility of a smart monitor makes it a solid pick for those who tend to switch back and forth between their PC and mobile device.

SanDisk Extreme Portable 1TB NVMe SSD

$150 (was $240)

You can save $90 on a fast SanDisk portable hard drive at Best Buy today only. The SanDisk Extreme Portable 1TB boasts an NVMe SSD, which offers read speeds of 1,050MB/s and write speeds of 1,000MB/s. It connects via USB-C and has built-in encryption to keep your data safe.

Nintendo Switch games for $40

You can still save $20 on four great Nintendo Switch exclusives right now at multiple major retailers, including Amazon and Best Buy.

Save 15% on Marvel Collectibles

GameStop's deal of the day slashes 15% off the price of select Marvel collectibles, including collectible electronic helmets, statues, and action figures.

GameSir Android Controller

$51 (was $100)

If you're in the market for a controller for your Android phone, Amazon has a great deal on a gaming controller that will have your phone looking like a Nintendo Switch. The GameSir X2 is nearly 50% off right now. It's compatible with most Android phones thanks to its slider that gets the fit just right. You can use it for playing Android games or streaming via Xbox Game Pass or Stadia.

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The History Of Battlefield's Destruction

Posted: 10 May 2021 08:00 AM PDT

With Battlefield 6 around the corner, we take a look back at how destruction has evolved in the Battlefield franchise.

Hitman 3 Season Of Pride DLC Launches Today With Patch Notes For 3.30

Posted: 10 May 2021 07:48 AM PDT

Hitman 3's new DLC, Season of Pride, is out now alongside a big new patch. The new DLC is part of the Seven Deadly Sins content, and it adds new content and some spiffy new cosmetics for Agent 47, while the patch overall includes numerous fixes and improvements.

The Nintendo Switch version of the game also gets special attention with a 60fps "performance mode" to help the game look and run better on the hybrid console.

Available from May 10 in Hitman 3 is a new Escalation contract called The Sebastian Principle. It challenges players to hunt down a target living in Dubai who is overly proud of himself and in need of someone to teach him a lesson, I guess.

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Gal Gadot Confirms Joss Whedon Threatened Her Career During Justice League Reshoots

Posted: 10 May 2021 07:40 AM PDT

Gal Gadot has commented on reports that director Joss Whedon threatened her career during Justice League reshoots in 2017. The Wonder Woman star confirmed the story on the Israel TV show N12 News.

During the interview, N12 News reporter Yuna Leibzon asked Gadot about reports that her attempts to change the way Wonder Woman was portrayed in the film were blocked by Whedon. "He even said you should just be pretty and say your lines. You weren't going to let him get away with it," Leibzon said.

Gadot then confirmed that this had happened, and that she dealt with it right away. "What I had with Joss basically is that he kind of threatened my career and said if I did something he would make my career miserable," she said. "I handled it on the spot." Check the interview footage below:

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PS5 And PS4's Most-Downloaded Games Of April 2021 Include MLB The Show 21, Returnal, And Outriders

Posted: 10 May 2021 07:39 AM PDT

It's time, once again, to look at which games cracked the top 20 list of most-downloaded titles on PlayStation Network across PS4 and PS5--and for April 2021, an older game does not hold the top spot on either list. The US and Canada PS4 and PS5 charts are both topped by new releases, with MLB The Show 21 grabbing the number one spot.

For the last few months, both PS5 and PS4 charts in the US and Canada have been dominated by GTA V or Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, but that's changed in April 2021. On the PS5 list, MLB The Show 21 takes the top spot despite it being free with Game Pass on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S; Outriders and the PS5-exclusive Returnal come in at 2 and 3. In Europe, FIFA 21 continues to reign, with Outriders at second and It Takes Two at third.

On PS4, MLB The Show also dethroned GTA V and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, although those two titles still achieved second and third place, respectively. Nier Replicant snuck in at 15, making it the only other April release to crack the top 20. Other notable titles include Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker at ninth place, PGA Tour 2K21 at 12th place, and Gang Beasts at 20th place.

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