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Here are some of the highlights from the trailer, via Nintendo:

Shinji Mikami recently started a new studio called KAMUY, where he plans to create smaller games with quicker development times. Meanwhile, Tetsuya Kimura has revealed he’s collaborating with Mikami on a project at Kimura’s studio, Unbound. Unbound is dedicated to supporting Mikami’s games, utilizing both experienced and new developers in small teams.

While Mario Day is a celebration of Nintendo’s history, it also points out how poorly the company handles sales and rewards its fans. Discounts on this day are usually very small, with the biggest ones topping out around 33%. Considering many of the games on sale are several years old, or simply re-releases from older consoles, it’s a letdown. Other game companies often offer discounts of 50% or more, which makes Nintendo seem unusually reluctant to offer significant sales this generation.

Turning Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary into a live-action movie doesn’t quite seem like the right move. Weir’s already received critical acclaim, and The Martian even earned a Best Picture nomination. While this project might not immediately seem like something Lord and Miller usually do, the film actually fits perfectly with their previous work. They’ve mastered comedy, proven their ability to direct action sequences, and worked with groundbreaking visual effects – and Project Hail Mary brings all of that together. It’s a high point in their careers and confirms their status as some of today’s most important filmmakers.

Released in 2019, A Short Hike is an open-world adventure game focused on exploring a beautiful island and reaching a mountain peak to get cell service. The game features charming pixel art, friendly characters, and fun activities to help you on your journey. Developed by Adam Robinson-Yu in just three months as a personal project, it quickly became a hit, winning awards at the 2020 Independent Games Festival and receiving praise from critics and players alike.

The upcoming movie, Avengers: Doomsday, already boasts a huge cast, bringing together actors from previous Marvel films like the original Avengers, Fantastic Four, Black Panther, and even the X-Men. While this is exciting, there’s a risk the movie could become overly reliant on cameos and nostalgic moments instead of a strong story. However, in a recent interview with Esquire, actor Bill Pullman assured fans that the film won’t just be a series of quick appearances, and that each character will have a meaningful role.

Mario Day isn’t just celebrated online – it’s a great chance for fans to get together in person! Many game stores are holding events to celebrate the classic Nintendo game. One store, GameStop in New York City, is even trying to break a world record. They’re inviting fans to come dressed as Mario to attempt to gather the largest group of Mario cosplayers ever!

This recent update confirms that the newest version of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is quickly becoming a top seller. The original PS2 version sold over four million copies, and no other release has performed as well since. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is already performing strongly, surpassing sales of the Nintendo 3DS version and the HD Collection.

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While Buffy the Vampire Slayer remains a beloved show, its history is now viewed with more complexity. Sarah Michelle Gellar has acknowledged that the set was a difficult and unhealthy environment, especially for the young actors who were new to the industry and didn’t recognize the problematic behavior. Despite this, the cast hopes Buffy‘s positive impact will endure. A reboot is planned with Disney, and fans are eager for a revival that captures the magic of the original without repeating past mistakes. Today, on what would be Buffy’s birthday, is a good time to remember the show’s lasting legacy.