The Avengers is projected to clear $200 million in the North American box office for its opening weekend. For those keeping score, that smashes the record set by the final Harry Potter movie. In related news, every day makes it harder for me to not post Avengers spoilers. I've already seen it twice, and I don't think a third viewing is out of the realm of possibilities.
Is anyone else surprised that there wasn't a terrible video game tie-in to the Avengers?
Marvel's Thunderbolts comic will be renamed Dark Avengers with issue 175. It will combine the Thunderbolts and the Dark Avengers teams, and launch into a new direction. Also of note is that the art looks really, really bad.
Tomorrow is international Starhawk day! Celebrate by buying the game, and then skipping work to play it!
I just saw the first dev diary for Sorcery, and I have to say that I like the way it's coming along. Also, it's apparently only going to be $40 at launch (May 22). If I wasn't already going to get it, I think this would push me over the edge.
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Monday, May 07, 2012
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
The Daily Bleven -- May 3
I saw The Avengers last night, and it was friggin sweet. It was action packed, heartbreaking at one point, and really funny throughout. I won't spoil anything here, but know that there are 2 post-credit scenes, and they're both well worth your time. The Avengers was an ambitious project that really paid off, and I can only hope that this becomes the standard for how superhero movies are handled going forward. I'm going to see it again tomorrow, and I can't wait.
Elder Scrolls Online is coming at some point next year, and no one should be surprised if it's completely broken. It'll be available for PC and Mac, so chances are good that I won't care.
Geez...another slow news day for me.
Elder Scrolls Online is coming at some point next year, and no one should be surprised if it's completely broken. It'll be available for PC and Mac, so chances are good that I won't care.
Geez...another slow news day for me.
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
The Daily Bleven -- May 1
I just watched the new trailer for Dark Knight Rises, and I have to admit that I liked the hell out of it. It immediately made me wonder who would win the box office race between it and the Avengers. But, truthfully, which ever one wins, we all win as the viewing audience. The big loser will be Warner Brothers, because they'll be tasked with finding a director to replace Nolan for future Batman movies. Good luck with that. That said, I really hope that the inclusion of Catwoman doesn't screw up the movie.
The time is upon us, and I'll be going to see a special preview of the Avengers tomorrow night. With that finally out of the way, I'll be able to focus all of my desire on Starhawk.
Due to the overwhelmingly positive response to the Hulk in the aforementioned Avengers movie, there is talk that there may be another solo Hulk movie in the works. To tell the truth, I kind of hope not. Let's just let the Hulk be an awesome part of something bigger, rather than the main attraction. At least, that's how I feel before seeing the Avengers.
A new trailer was released for Metal Gear Rising, and I don't know what to think. Kotaku said it looked like a bad acid trip, but I think it's even worse. Wait and see, I guess.
Speaking of Kotaku, they've reported that Dead Or Alive 5 will feature see through shirts. I remember my first time playing the first DOA, and turning the boob jiggle all the way up; the fact that this was even an option was amazing. In short, it was hilarious and awesome. Good to see (I guess) that Team Ninja is still spending so much time taking care of the digital boobies. Or maybe it's creepy...I can't seem to decide.
Skyrim's Dawnguard dlc will be coming out this summer. Looks like I'll have even more fun when I finally break down and buy Skyrim.
In Starhawk news, beta testers will be getting a cosmetic perk in the form of a glowing gold hand. Also, beta testers who were also Warhawk players will get the Warhawk paint set for vehicles which is exactly what it sounds like. Dylan Jobe has stated that these items will never be re-released or sold, so this is a one time good deal. No word yet on how these gifts will be distributed. Needless to say, this is pretty cool.
The time is upon us, and I'll be going to see a special preview of the Avengers tomorrow night. With that finally out of the way, I'll be able to focus all of my desire on Starhawk.
Due to the overwhelmingly positive response to the Hulk in the aforementioned Avengers movie, there is talk that there may be another solo Hulk movie in the works. To tell the truth, I kind of hope not. Let's just let the Hulk be an awesome part of something bigger, rather than the main attraction. At least, that's how I feel before seeing the Avengers.
A new trailer was released for Metal Gear Rising, and I don't know what to think. Kotaku said it looked like a bad acid trip, but I think it's even worse. Wait and see, I guess.
Speaking of Kotaku, they've reported that Dead Or Alive 5 will feature see through shirts. I remember my first time playing the first DOA, and turning the boob jiggle all the way up; the fact that this was even an option was amazing. In short, it was hilarious and awesome. Good to see (I guess) that Team Ninja is still spending so much time taking care of the digital boobies. Or maybe it's creepy...I can't seem to decide.
Skyrim's Dawnguard dlc will be coming out this summer. Looks like I'll have even more fun when I finally break down and buy Skyrim.
In Starhawk news, beta testers will be getting a cosmetic perk in the form of a glowing gold hand. Also, beta testers who were also Warhawk players will get the Warhawk paint set for vehicles which is exactly what it sounds like. Dylan Jobe has stated that these items will never be re-released or sold, so this is a one time good deal. No word yet on how these gifts will be distributed. Needless to say, this is pretty cool.
Monday, April 30, 2012
The Daily Bleven -- April 30
This lovely Monday has treated me with the knowledge that the new Kratos game, God Of War: Ascension will come with multiplayer. I suppose it was only a matter of time before a multiplayer component got tacked on to the series. I'm not sure how I feel about that, but I definitely understand the decision from a business standpoint.
The Avengers reported making $178 million dollars overseas up to this point. I still can't friggin wait.
Speaking of things I can't wait for, STARHAWK!!!
The Avengers reported making $178 million dollars overseas up to this point. I still can't friggin wait.
Speaking of things I can't wait for, STARHAWK!!!
Thursday, April 26, 2012
The Daily Bleven -- April 26
Registration for PAX Prime should be starting up next week. Get your tickets, and I'll see you there.
Phantasy Star Online 2 will apparently be F2P! But it's only being released in Japan, and even then, only on PC. So pretty much, Sega can blow me.
In related news, PSO2 will also be playable on PS Vita and smartphones in Japan as well. And Sega can continue to blow me.
The Avengers movie ticket pre-sales have apparently just topped all other previous Marvel movies COMBINED. I added two tickets to that tally yesterday -- you're welcome, Marvel. I wonder how the Dark Knight ticket pre-sales will compare.
Phantasy Star Online 2 will apparently be F2P! But it's only being released in Japan, and even then, only on PC. So pretty much, Sega can blow me.
In related news, PSO2 will also be playable on PS Vita and smartphones in Japan as well. And Sega can continue to blow me.
The Avengers movie ticket pre-sales have apparently just topped all other previous Marvel movies COMBINED. I added two tickets to that tally yesterday -- you're welcome, Marvel. I wonder how the Dark Knight ticket pre-sales will compare.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
The Daily Bleven -- April 25; Includes Marvel Comic Spoilers
*****MARVEL COMIC SPOILER ALERT*****
USA Today, which has established itself as THE place for comic-spoiling news reports over the past few years, broke the story that Agent Coulson (from the Marvel movies) will be appearing in the comics. Also, there was a scoop about the son of Nick Fury in the 616 universe which deserves its own few paragraphs.
Bear with me as I briefly explain the history if Nick Fury from Marvel comics and movies. Back in the 1960s, Fury was created as a WWII hero who had taken something called the infinity formula which slowed his aging to a crawl. That's why he's still alive and active in current comics. He was later reinvented as a super spy in SHIELD. Some time down the line, he became the head of SHIELD. Also, he was a white guy. David Hasselhoff played him in a bad made for TV movie in the late 1990s.
Along comes 2001, and Marvel decides to launch the Ultimate Marvel Universe which will be completely separate from the mainstream Marvel Universe (commonly referred to as Marvel 616 for reasons I won't go into here). The idea was to restart well known characters in the 2000s rather than the 1960s. For example, Ultimate Peter Parker was a web designer rather than a news paper photographer. Anyway, one of the things that got changed in the Ultimate universe was that Nick Fury was now black, and looked a lot like Samuel L. Jackson. This (among other things) gave the Ultimate universe a bit more racial diversity, and the Sam Jackson Fury ended up being the choice for the movies.
Follow me so far? So, the Marvel movies are huge hits, and Marvel wants to capitalize on that in the 616 universe. It's been long established that 616 Fury has a few kids out of wedlock. At least three sons, in fact, with the latest one being a (half, obviously) black soldier named Marcus Johnson that Fury himself didn't even know existed. In the latest issue of the miniseries Battle Scars, Marcus loses an eye, and looks a lot like Samuel L. Jackson. And his main homie is going to be Agent Coulson. And he's probably going to change his name to Fury at some point in the near future. And the classic, white 616 Fury is still around. So, Marvel has successfully created a black Fury in the 616 universe to match their massively successful movies without killing off the classic white version (yet). And the fanboys completely lost their shit.
*****End of Marvel Comics spoilers*****
I just went to the comic store and bought the entire 6 issue Battle Scars series moments ago. Hopefully I'll have the time to read and review it between now and Friday.
USA Today, which has established itself as THE place for comic-spoiling news reports over the past few years, broke the story that Agent Coulson (from the Marvel movies) will be appearing in the comics. Also, there was a scoop about the son of Nick Fury in the 616 universe which deserves its own few paragraphs.
Bear with me as I briefly explain the history if Nick Fury from Marvel comics and movies. Back in the 1960s, Fury was created as a WWII hero who had taken something called the infinity formula which slowed his aging to a crawl. That's why he's still alive and active in current comics. He was later reinvented as a super spy in SHIELD. Some time down the line, he became the head of SHIELD. Also, he was a white guy. David Hasselhoff played him in a bad made for TV movie in the late 1990s.
Along comes 2001, and Marvel decides to launch the Ultimate Marvel Universe which will be completely separate from the mainstream Marvel Universe (commonly referred to as Marvel 616 for reasons I won't go into here). The idea was to restart well known characters in the 2000s rather than the 1960s. For example, Ultimate Peter Parker was a web designer rather than a news paper photographer. Anyway, one of the things that got changed in the Ultimate universe was that Nick Fury was now black, and looked a lot like Samuel L. Jackson. This (among other things) gave the Ultimate universe a bit more racial diversity, and the Sam Jackson Fury ended up being the choice for the movies.
Follow me so far? So, the Marvel movies are huge hits, and Marvel wants to capitalize on that in the 616 universe. It's been long established that 616 Fury has a few kids out of wedlock. At least three sons, in fact, with the latest one being a (half, obviously) black soldier named Marcus Johnson that Fury himself didn't even know existed. In the latest issue of the miniseries Battle Scars, Marcus loses an eye, and looks a lot like Samuel L. Jackson. And his main homie is going to be Agent Coulson. And he's probably going to change his name to Fury at some point in the near future. And the classic, white 616 Fury is still around. So, Marvel has successfully created a black Fury in the 616 universe to match their massively successful movies without killing off the classic white version (yet). And the fanboys completely lost their shit.
*****End of Marvel Comics spoilers*****
I just went to the comic store and bought the entire 6 issue Battle Scars series moments ago. Hopefully I'll have the time to read and review it between now and Friday.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
The Daily Bleven --April 24
The PS Vita will be getting Skype video and voice calling later today along with the regularly scheduled PSN update. I don't think that's going to sell any systems for Sony, but I guess it's a nice feature for people who already have or plan to get a PS Vita.
I used to be a big reader of Top Cow comics back in the day, so when I found the Artifacts miniseries on sale, I jumped on it, because it was supposed to be a good jumping-on point for new or lapsed readers. Here's the deal: it is bad. The art isn't great, the writing is so-so, and the whole story is just a thinly veiled universe reboot. The worst part has to be the editing, though. The editor is supposed to look over a story, make sure it makes sense, and make sure it flows. Comics are a visual medium, and by all rights, you should be able to look at only the art, and get a decent idea of what's going on. Not nearly the case with Artifacts, because the artist makes nearly everyone look identical. I actually had to re-read pages once I realized that there were two separate characters talking. I don't know, maybe what came after Artifacts was great, but Artifacts itself was terrible.
A new G.I. Joe: Retaliation trailer hit the web today, and it still looks good, but there is little chance that I'll see it in a theater since the last movie stank so bad. Maybe some good reviews will change my mind.
There's apparently an 8th Avengers clip online, and I have no idea how that looks because I refuse to view it. I'm all for advertising a movie, but 8 clips and 5 trailers just spoil too much in my opinion. That said, I'll be first in line to see the actual movie.
Speaking of trailers and the Avengers, there will supposedly be a new Dark Knight Rises trailer playing in front of the Avengers. Seeing as how I've only seen one other trailer for the new Batman movie, I approve watching this new one.
Sin City: A Dame To Kill For has started filming. Awesome.
James Cameron and Google execs are backing a company called Planetary Resources located in Bellevue, Washington. This company plans to start mining FRIGGIN ASTEROIDS in as little as four years. Where do I sign up?
Sony released a new trailer for Sorcery today, and that game continues to look good. On May 22nd, it looks like I'll finally have a use for the peripheral that I bought a year ago. Speaking of which, since Move is required, I wonder if Sorcery will have a major impact on Moves sold. For Sony's sake, I hope so.
I used to be a big reader of Top Cow comics back in the day, so when I found the Artifacts miniseries on sale, I jumped on it, because it was supposed to be a good jumping-on point for new or lapsed readers. Here's the deal: it is bad. The art isn't great, the writing is so-so, and the whole story is just a thinly veiled universe reboot. The worst part has to be the editing, though. The editor is supposed to look over a story, make sure it makes sense, and make sure it flows. Comics are a visual medium, and by all rights, you should be able to look at only the art, and get a decent idea of what's going on. Not nearly the case with Artifacts, because the artist makes nearly everyone look identical. I actually had to re-read pages once I realized that there were two separate characters talking. I don't know, maybe what came after Artifacts was great, but Artifacts itself was terrible.
A new G.I. Joe: Retaliation trailer hit the web today, and it still looks good, but there is little chance that I'll see it in a theater since the last movie stank so bad. Maybe some good reviews will change my mind.
There's apparently an 8th Avengers clip online, and I have no idea how that looks because I refuse to view it. I'm all for advertising a movie, but 8 clips and 5 trailers just spoil too much in my opinion. That said, I'll be first in line to see the actual movie.
Speaking of trailers and the Avengers, there will supposedly be a new Dark Knight Rises trailer playing in front of the Avengers. Seeing as how I've only seen one other trailer for the new Batman movie, I approve watching this new one.
Sin City: A Dame To Kill For has started filming. Awesome.
James Cameron and Google execs are backing a company called Planetary Resources located in Bellevue, Washington. This company plans to start mining FRIGGIN ASTEROIDS in as little as four years. Where do I sign up?
Sony released a new trailer for Sorcery today, and that game continues to look good. On May 22nd, it looks like I'll finally have a use for the peripheral that I bought a year ago. Speaking of which, since Move is required, I wonder if Sorcery will have a major impact on Moves sold. For Sony's sake, I hope so.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
The Daily Bleven - April 11
Apparently, Nathan Drake (of the Uncharted series) kills a lot of people, and everyone in the game press seems to bring that up as a bad thing. Listen, everyone Drake kills had it coming. These are people who have tried to kill him and his friends, but failed and had to pay the price. You know who else kills a lot of people? Master Chief (of Halo fame). That friggin guy ends entire civilizations, and no one seems to mind.
I think it's time to dust off my PlayStation Move so I can get it in order to play Sorcery. Makes me wonder why I even bought a Move before Sorcery came out. Buying a peripheral on the mere promise of there being a game in the future makes me a jackass.
Dammit! More Avengers clips to avoid!!!
I think it's time to dust off my PlayStation Move so I can get it in order to play Sorcery. Makes me wonder why I even bought a Move before Sorcery came out. Buying a peripheral on the mere promise of there being a game in the future makes me a jackass.
Dammit! More Avengers clips to avoid!!!
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
The Daily Bleven - April 10
Just a peek into the stuff I was looking at when I should have been working:
Apparently, you can get some free Starhawk dlc if you watch the latest trailer on Facebook. Since I like free stuff, I'll give it a look later. Speaking of Starhawk dlc, there is also free dlc to be had if you preorder the game from GameStop. Then again, buying stuff from GameStop costs you a little bit of your soul, so the dlc isn't really free.
Marvel will be launching a new Gambit series in August. Get them while they're hot, because this new book won't last a year. I liked Gambit back in the day, but I just don't have much hope for this book.
Another friggin clip for the Avengers movie is out. I really need to stop watching these damned things before I ruin the whole movie for myself.
The PlayStation Store updated really early today. Maybe that will shut up the complainers out east...
A trailer that all of the so-called "hardcore Resident Evil fans" leaked today. Apparently, it looks too shootery to them. I'll admit that it does look pretty damned shootery, but I don't know if it looks TOO shootery.
Apparently, you can get some free Starhawk dlc if you watch the latest trailer on Facebook. Since I like free stuff, I'll give it a look later. Speaking of Starhawk dlc, there is also free dlc to be had if you preorder the game from GameStop. Then again, buying stuff from GameStop costs you a little bit of your soul, so the dlc isn't really free.
Marvel will be launching a new Gambit series in August. Get them while they're hot, because this new book won't last a year. I liked Gambit back in the day, but I just don't have much hope for this book.
Another friggin clip for the Avengers movie is out. I really need to stop watching these damned things before I ruin the whole movie for myself.
The PlayStation Store updated really early today. Maybe that will shut up the complainers out east...
A trailer that all of the so-called "hardcore Resident Evil fans" leaked today. Apparently, it looks too shootery to them. I'll admit that it does look pretty damned shootery, but I don't know if it looks TOO shootery.
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