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In the TV series “Severance,” the intricate portrayal of Helena’s character reveals that her high position in Lumon’s corporate structure is more a burden than a benefit. As shown in the latest episode, Helena’s inheritance of the Eagan legacy seems less like a blessing and more like a jail sentence. A Reddit user named Mezentine puts it this way: “It would be simple to portray her as a rich, selfish, and cruel individual. But ‘Severance’ consistently pushes beyond my expectations… It’s not surprising that Lumon is just as oppressive on the outside as it is on the inside. It’s an abusive environment, and growing up in such a place would certainly shape someone capable of committing heinous acts.

As a self-proclaimed Marvel enthusiast, I must admit that when the trailer for “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” dropped on Disney+, my skepticism was at an all-time high. Frankly, it appeared as though they were merely regurgitating the same old Peter Parker storylines we’ve seen time and again, with a fresh coat of paint on the characters and animation that seemed unpolished and off-putting. If you too haven’t been buzzing with excitement for the new Spider-Man based on the promotional materials, I get it – I was in the same boat. However, this is one of those precious instances where the finished product surpasses what the trailers suggested by a country mile. It’s like day and night compared to your expectations.

Indeed, this year marks a significant shift for the series, as it’s finally bidding farewell to the PS4 platform. Beginning March 18th, players can enjoy the sim on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Early Access will be granted to those who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition from March 14th. Regarding the Nintendo Switch 2, we’re still awaiting any updates.

The game, masterfully created by Bloober Team, initially debuted exclusively on the PS5 console, and these figures encompass both digital and physical sales from the platform, in addition to PC purchases as well. As of January 23rd, 2025, approximately three months after its October 8th, 2024 release, these statistics are up-to-date.

Previously serving as the Managing Director at Guerrilla Games, Hermen Hulst was promoted to Co-CEO alongside Hideaki Nishino from the Platform Business Group. This change in leadership took effect on June 1, 2024, following the departure of Jim Ryan.

In an interview with ComicBook, the showrunner Jeff Trammell clarified that “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” will not follow the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s primary timeline, often referred to as the “Sacred Timeline.” Trammell emphasized that while this was initially announced, they swiftly decided that this series would stand independently.