The movie adaptation of “Borderlands” has been out in theaters for slightly more than a week now, but it’s set to release digitally as early as August 30th. While we don’t know if this move by Lionsgate is related to the film’s box office performance or not, it could suggest a limited theater run. If you’re among the gamers eager to catch “Borderlands” on the big screen, make sure to do so quickly!
Over the weekend, the sci-fi film “Alien: Romulus” hit theaters, with Ridley Scott, director of the original “Alien,” and Fede Alvarez, known for “Evil Dead” (2013), taking on production and directing duties respectively. The movie is projected to surpass $100 million at the global box office this weekend, and it’s currently garnering positive reviews with a 81% critics score and an impressive 86% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. If you haven’t had a chance to catch it yet, you might be curious if it includes a post-credit scene – a common feature in the “Alien” series. Given that a new installment titled “Alien: Earth” is forthcoming, it wouldn’t be unusual for there to be an end tag. However, contrary to expectations, “Alien: Romulus” does not have a post-credit scene.
In simpler terms, the team responsible for producing “Persona 3 Reload” has confirmed that the female main character from “Persona 3 Portable” will likely not be included in the new remake. Since “Persona 3 Reload” is set to receive additional content from “Persona 3 FES,” it essentially covers all versions of “Persona 3” except for one character, Kotone Shiomi, who was playable only in “P3P.” Despite numerous fan requests, it’s clear now that Atlus does not plan on introducing the female main character from “Persona 3” into “Persona 3 Reload.”
Finally, after a long wait, it’s me – a diehard fan – who’s thrilled to pieces that Deadpool and Wolverine have teamed up on the silver screen, thanks to the genius minds at Marvel Studios. Ryan Reynolds’ dream of donning the suit alongside Hugh Jackman has finally become a reality, rejuvenating the Marvel fandom after a series of less-than-stellar releases. But here’s the kicker – all thanks to one dedicated fan, these two iconic Marvel characters have now found their way into the electrifying world of Chainsaw Man.
Production for the next version of Nintendo Switch might start imminently, according to a report by Money DJ (via Universo Nintendo). As revealed by Weltrend Semiconductor, Inc.’s latest financial reports, their CEO Tony Lin highlighted a surge in demand for semiconductor chips during the company’s third quarter. This period spans from October to December, and industry experts believe that the tentatively named “Switch 2” could be launched during the first half of 2025. This timeline suggests that Nintendo may make an announcement soon.
Simu Liu, the star of “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” recently shared some exciting news about the sequel. In an interview with The Press Trust of India during the release of his movie “Jackpot” on Prime Video, Liu confirmed that work is ongoing for the Shang-Chi sequel, despite not being able to reveal specific details due to Marvel Studios’ usual procedures. With some projects being affected by restructuring and budget cuts in recent times, it’s reassuring to know that the highly anticipated Phase 4 standout will indeed have a second outing.