Released in Japan on the Famicom, Duck Hunt later became popular in arcades and on the Nintendo Entertainment System, and it was one of the first games to successfully use a light gun. While earlier arcade games like Battlezone and Sea Wolf experimented with first-person shooting, Duck Hunt really showed how fun and captivating that style of gameplay could be on home consoles – and its success has continued for over forty years.
Initially, the recent events didn’t feel particularly shocking, as many viewers had already predicted a similar outcome. It felt more like the show was confirming expectations than revealing something truly new. However, this is Outlander – a series known for its surprises, especially now that it’s wrapping up and has moved beyond the books, since Diana Gabaldon hasn’t finished writing the final one yet. With just three episodes remaining, there’s still ample opportunity for a significant plot twist.
A statue of Early Cuyler, the foul-mouthed, shotgun-toting squid from the Adult Swim show Squidbillies, was put up in Ellijay, Georgia (population around 2,000) in 2021. Unfortunately, the statue is in rough shape. Muelworx, the company that helped create the original, recently visited and reported it’s “fallen on some pretty bad times,” covered in graffiti and possibly even hit by a car. While repairs are being considered, it might be too damaged to fully restore. You can see a video of its current condition on TikTok.
The game is teaming up with Lost in Cult to release a special “Design Works” book. This book will offer a detailed look behind the scenes at how the game was made, including stories and extra content.
The season finale of the Scrubs revival introduced Rachel Bilson as Charlie, and her arrival could shake things up even more. Charlie meets J.D. while visiting her grandmother in the hospital gift shop, and they quickly connect, suggesting a potential romance. This means fans hoping to see J.D. and Elliot get back together might have to wait. This new pairing also offers a chance to revisit and celebrate the often-overlooked 2006 romantic comedy, The Last Kiss.
I have to admit, I totally missed Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken when it came out last summer. It’s about this really relatable, awkward teen who finds out she’s descended from a whole line of powerful kraken warriors – basically, she’s meant to protect the oceans! Sadly, it didn’t do so well in theaters, only making around $46 million worldwide on a $70 million budget. It ended up being a pretty big loss for DreamWorks Animation, actually their second lowest-grossing film ever. But honestly, it’s a really good animated movie, and I’m glad it’s finally available on Peacock as of April 20th so more people can check it out!
Sony recently announced a list of games leaving PS Plus in May, as shown in the “Last Chance to Play” section on PS5 consoles. The biggest loss is likely Control: Ultimate Edition, the PS5 version of the popular action game by Remedy Entertainment. Also leaving the service are two games from The Dark Pictures Anthology, and both the PS5 and PS4 versions of the indie game Mortal Shell.
It’s a surprising but common trope: heroes becoming villains. Today, we’ll explore seven instances of DC Comics’ most celebrated heroes falling from grace. We’ve ranked these transitions based on how effective they were as heroes, how compelling their turn to villainy was, and how successful they became as villains. We’re focusing on heroes who remained villains for a significant period, not just a single storyline. Let’s dive in and examine these dramatic descents into darkness.
Knowing the people of Middle-earth were defenseless against magical dangers, the powerful angelic beings called the Valar sent out special envoys known as the Istari, or Wizards. These Wizards appeared as old men, but were actually ancient spirits with incredible power. By taking human form, they limited their own abilities and experienced things like hunger, tiredness, and fear, helping them to understand the challenges faced by the people of Middle-earth. The Valar asked the Wizards to travel the land, offering guidance and helping to organize its defense. How well each Wizard succeeded – or failed – played a crucial role in determining the future of Middle-earth, as they all possessed different strengths and magical abilities.
DC Comics has announced its July releases, and along with brand new books like the special Action Comics #1100, they’re bringing back some classic stories. They’re reprinting older issues as exact copies, and one of them is Batman #127. This issue features three stories, including a fun tale called “The Hammer of Thor,” where Batman and Robin meet a strange man who insists he is the Norse God Thor.