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Several talented individuals were instrumental in Naughty Dog’s success, notably Neil Druckmann, who started as an intern and eventually became studio head. Bruce Straley also rose through the ranks, ultimately co-directing Uncharted 2: Among Thieves. Druckmann then led the development of what would become Naughty Dog’s most iconic game, collaborating with Straley to make it a reality. Together, they served as game directors on The Last of Us and Uncharted 4. However, after Uncharted 4’s release, Straley decided to leave the company, feeling burnt out and uncertain about his future in gaming.

The upcoming God of War TV show largely depends on finding the right actor to play Kratos. While Christopher Judge, who voiced and performed the character in the games, is a fan favorite and wants the role, making a live-action TV series presents challenges. Judge has dealt with significant health issues, including back and hip surgeries that previously impacted the game God of War Ragnarök. A long-running TV show demands a lot physically, with extensive stunt work, which is different from the controlled motion capture process used in games. Therefore, Amazon is probably looking for an actor who can convincingly portray Kratos’ strength and emotional complexity over multiple seasons.

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The 28th and final season of South Park will conclude on Wednesday, December 10th, with its last episode airing on Comedy Central. A new trailer and sneak peek have just been released, hinting that the season-long storyline involving Satan and the Anti-Christ will come to a head. The episode also promises some holiday-themed moments. You can watch the trailer below.

Tekken built upon earlier fighting game concepts, but it really took off by emphasizing over-the-top action and a compelling story. This led to a series of popular games with a large cast of characters, becoming one of the most successful fighting game franchises ever. Let’s look at how the original Tekken, first released in Japanese arcades 31 years ago, transformed from a simple test project into a gaming giant.

Wolverine is known for fighting incredibly dangerous foes, and his battles are often brutal. He’s unmatched at surviving, and has endured some truly horrific experiences. Here are seven of the worst things Wolverine has ever lived through – injuries and setbacks that would defeat almost any other hero.

As a movie buff, I’ve noticed there are some twists that are just famous – even if you haven’t seen the film, you probably know what’s coming. I get why that might make you avoid a movie, but honestly? You should still watch these ten films. Knowing the twist doesn’t ruin the experience – they’re all fantastic rides worth taking.

Earlier this year, Zander Cannon launched Sleep, a new comic from Image that’s genuinely unsettling. The story centers around Jonathan Reason, who has a unique problem: whenever he falls asleep, a destructive force is unleashed, putting everyone around him in danger. The terrifying aftermath of these nocturnal events is where the true, surprising heart of the Sleep series is revealed.

This Friday, Cineverse is releasing a reimagining of the 1980s slasher film, Silent Night, Deadly Night, written and directed by Mike P. Nelson and starring Rohan Campbell. Early reviews are surprisingly positive, and the new film has achieved a “fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes – something the series has never seen before.