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Gizmodo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
You'll Be Able to Shoot People as the MCU Fantastic Four in *Two* Games This Week
Everyone loves a movie collab these days, and with Marvel being big in not just its own video game shooter and pretty tight with one of the other biggest shooters on the planet, it's not too surprising that we're going to be seeing a battle of the collabs this Friday as both Marvel Rivals and Fortnite prepare to welcome the MCU Fantastic Four. Rivals, of course, has had the First Family around for a little longer, having introduced Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben over the course of its first season earlier this year. But the Fantastic Four have been in high demand for Fortnite for quite some time as Epic has leaned more and more into Marvel collaborations. The entire team was conspicuously absent from Fortnite's latest Marvel-themed season, 'Absolute Doom,' last year, which revolved around their archnemesis Dr. Doom invading the game's battle royale island setting. Well, for the most part: eagle-eyed gamers realized that they could find the defeated remnants of the Fantastic Four littered around the map on display, from Reed tied up into a compressed ball in a display cabinet to, uh, Johnny's flaming heart. So it's nice to see them finally arrive in MCU form. The four Fortnite skins, alongside emotes and other accessories, will be available to purchase this Friday, July 25, but can be earned for free by participating in a special squad-based Battle Royale Cup starting on Wednesday, July 23, where the top-earning squads will get to unlock all four skins for free. Meanwhile, over in NetEase's team-based hero shooter Marvel Rivals, things will be a little simpler: all four MCU variant skins for Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and the Thing will hit the game's store on July 25 as well, alongside a special in-game team-up inspired by the film between Human Torch and the Thing. Unlike Fortnite's offerings, which replicate the likenesses of the MCU stars, the First Steps skins in Rivals (revealed with the launch of the game's third season earlier this month) will give the MCU costumes to Rivals' interpretations of the Fantastic Four, rather than completely alter their looks. There are some fun cosmetic tweaks, like Rivals Reed trimming his beard to look a little more like Pedro Pascal, and Sue and Jonny matching their hairstyles to Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn, respectively. But it's more like the Rivals versions of these characters getting to do a bit of movie cosplay rather than the MCU heroes jumping into Rival's multiversal scraps. Either way, if you need to shoot people in a cosmic-ray-induced manner this weekend? You've got options. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rishab Shetty calls Kantara divine force as he wraps up shoot. Glimpse out
Actor and director Rishab Shetty has wrapped the filming of his eagerly awaited project, 'Kantara Chapter 1', marking the end of a significant phase in the movie's production. The shoot, which extended over 250 days, has been described as a labour of dedication and resilience. In the making video, Shetty said, "This is not just a film, but a divine force," as he took us through the challenges he production house, Hombale Films, released a video teaser on their YouTube channel to announce the wrap-up. The movie is set against the backdrop of pre-colonial coastal Karnataka and explores the intriguing Bhuta Kola ritual and its associated mythology. In sharing this achievement, a message accompanied the video stating, "From the soil of our land to the screens of the world - that was always the dream. 3 years of relentless dedication, 250 days of shooting, driven by faith and hard work. The shooting of Kantara Chapter 1 wraps today. The journey doesn't end here... it's only just beginning. India's Divine Epic Releasing worldwide on October 2nd." The film's worldwide release is scheduled for October 2, aligning with Gandhi Jayanti. This strategic release date aims to attract a wide audience, capitalising on the public speaking about the film, producer Vijay Kiragandur says, ''Kantara: Chapter 1' is undoubtedly our most ambitious project to date - and there are several reasons why. The scale of effort, from the number of shoot days to the sheer volume of manpower, far surpasses anything we've undertaken before. But beyond logistics, this film holds a deeply personal place in our hearts. It's the kind of cinema we've always dreamed of creating. At Hombale, our vision has always been to bring Indian cultural roots to life through storytelling. We've long aspired to create something for this generation - and for generations to come - that makes them proud of India's rich heritage.''Kantara Chapter 1', a prequel to 'Kantara', promises a lush portrayal of Karnataka's cultural heritage, focusing on the folklore surrounding divine guardianship of the land. The dedication to authentic storytelling and attention to detail has been a hallmark of Shetty's filmmaking approach. This project, in particular, required extensive research and collaboration with local historians to ensure accuracy in its depiction of historical events and rituals.'Kantara' released in 2022 and ended up as one of the biggest blockbusters in India.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to get the Battle Bus SUV Bundle for free in Fortnite?
Fortnite is in the horizon of Chapter 6 Season 3 dubbed 'Super.' This superhero-themed season has already brought an array of brand new content like the Superman collaboration, the new Blitz Royale game mode, Boom Bonanza event, and many more. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As we are closing down on the current season, Fortnite fans aren't leaving anything behind. Amidst this situation, there is another exciting in-game item which fans have to get for sure. And the fun-fact is that this item can be redeemed for absolutely free. Battle Bus SUV Bundle in Fortnite: How to get it for free? The Battle Bus SUV Bundle in Fortnite can be purchased from the in-game store. | Image via Epic Games. In June 2023, Rocket League collaborated with Fortnite where Epic ran a promo and brought the Titanium White Battle Bus in the vehicular soccer video game. Now, Fortnite has again launched this item as a vehicle skin Fortnite as a part of the Battle Bus Bundle. Not only the Battle Bus SUV, this bundle includes Wheels and also five selectable decals as well, which are Flames, Lighting, Mecha, Rocket, and Stripes & Wings. Now, there is a way by which players can get the Battle Bus SUV without spending a single penny. However, there is a catch. Players can get the Battle Bus SUV for free in Fortnite only if they have already unlocked it in Rocket League. As previously mentioned, the Battle Bus SUV was available for free for a limited time in its Titanium White form in 2023 via the Epic Games Store. Now, if players have redeemed this car body in that time or directly purchased it during the Llama-Rama Event back in 2020 in Rocket League, then they have already received the Battle Bus SUV in Fortnite as well. And if they haven't yet received the popular battle royale titles, then all they need to do is to log in with the same Epic Games accounts in both games. Another interesting fact is that players who own the Battle Bus SUV in Fortnite, will also get the remaining items of the Battle Bus SUV Bundle for absolutely free. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, if any player didn't get the chance to redeem or purchase any form of the Battle Bus car body in Rocket League, then there is no way to get the Battle Bus SUV in Fortnite for free. But that player can still buy the whole bundle for 1,800 V-Bucks from Fortnite's in-game store. Purchasing the bundle in Fortnite will also transfer the Battle Bus in Rocket League as well. Read More:
CNBC
4 days ago
- Business
- CNBC
Why Netflix's beat-and-raise quarter is welcome news for Disney investors
Strong earnings from streaming king Netflix on Thursday sets the stage for Disney to shine with its results in a few weeks. Netflix reported an upbeat quarterly results after the bell Thursday, with revenue soaring 16% year over year, its seventh straight quarter of double-digit growth. The streaming service also delivered beats on operating income, earnings per share and free cash flow, and raised its full-year revenue guidance. (Shares were down Friday on Netflix warning that its operating margin would be lower in the second half of 2025). While the results certainly keep Netflix atop the competitive streaming industry, they also provide a good read-through for Disney, which has been hyper-focused on growing its streaming platforms — Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ -- as its traditional TV business remains challenged. Indeed, Netflix reported "healthy member growth" — Netflix no longer discloses quarterly net member adds — proving consumers are still willing to pay for streaming entertainment. But it also found success with higher pricing for its products and revenue from its new ad-supported services. That higher pricing is welcome news for other streamers, including Disney, which has raised prices for Disney+ ad-supported and ad-free plans, as well as for its bundles which combine Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+. The uptick in ad revenue at Netflix demonstrates that major streaming platforms like Disney+ can raise prices and grow advertising income without losing subscribers, proving that customers are willing to pay up for premium content, and that ad-supported models can help diversify revenue streams. In related news, NBCUniversal's streaming service Peacock just announced Friday that it is raising prices by $3 per month for its ad-supported and ad-free tiers. The price hikes come after a surge in subscribers for the latest season of "Love Island" and in anticipation of its NBA broadcast package beginning this fall. (NBCUniversal is the parent company of CNBC.) Ahead of Disney's third quarter on Aug. 6, UBS estimated double-digit earnings per share growth will continue, buoyed by resilient demand at the company's theme parks and similar improvement in direct-to-consumer profitability. They note concerns that the opening of Universal's Epic theme park in Orlando appear to have been overblown. The analysts raised its price target on Disney stock to $138 a share from $120 earlier this week. After a big move off their April lows, shares have been rangebound as investors wait to hear more about streaming profitability improvements, the strength of its parks and experiences business, and management's plan to mitigate declines in linear TV. The stock is trading roughly 1% lower at $121 per share Friday. Disney is a "show-me stock," Jim Cramer said Thursday on "Squawk on the Street." "People want to see the Disney+ numbers and see that there really is a breakout because there's been so much distrust about anything that's involved with linear [TV]," he said. "No one seems to get their way until they see the numbers. I think the numbers are going to come through and the stock's going to look cheap. I'm a believer." Of course, we don't sacrifice our discipline even when we have faith that Disney will be able to move higher over time. We trimmed our position on June 27 to capitalize on that big run. Now, we're waiting for earnings in a couple weeks for a business update. We maintain our price target of $130 and 2-rating on the stock. (Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust is long DIS. See here for a full list of the stocks.) As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio. If Jim has talked about a stock on CNBC TV, he waits 72 hours after issuing the trade alert before executing the trade. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER . NO FIDUCIARY OBLIGATION OR DUTY EXISTS, OR IS CREATED, BY VIRTUE OF YOUR RECEIPT OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INVESTING CLUB. NO SPECIFIC OUTCOME OR PROFIT IS GUARANTEED.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Civilization 6 and all its DLC is free right now but you'll have to be quick
Death Stranding, Marvel's Spider-Man, Alan Wake 2, and others have been discounted in the Epic Games Store Summer Sale, which includes a notable freebie too. The Epic Games Store might not be as popular as its rival Steam, but it is surprisingly generous when it comes to free games. The platform has been dishing out free games every week for around five years now. Over this past month alone, it has given out the likes of Sable, Two Point Hospital, and Backpack Hero. For the latest freebie, Epic is targeting strategy fans, with Sid Meier's Civilization 6. Best of all, it comes with all the expansions and DLC. The platinum edition of Civilization 6 is completely free right now on the Epic Games Store until Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4pm BST. This edition comes with both expansions, Rise And Fall and Gathering Storm, along with all six DLC packs. Developed by Firaxis Games, the 2016 sequel is widely considered one of the best entries in the series. If you're unfamiliar (and as the name implies), the game involves developing your own civilisation in a race to defeat opponents, whether through military prowess, technological superiority, or cultural influence. It's a good way to test your interest in its recent sequel, Civilization 7, which came out in February this year across PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and recently Nintendo Switch 2. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. Although so far most fans would agree that Civilization 6 is still the better game, especially with all its DLC. Once this offer expires next week, the next free game on the Epic Games Store will be Legion TD 2, a multiplayer tower defense game. More Trending This isn't the only bargain currently on the store. Epic is hosting a summer sale right now, which runs until July 31, 2025. Some highlights include Alan Wake 2 for £15.99, Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered for £24.99, and Death Stranding: Director's Cut for £14.39. Elsewhere, Assassin's Creed Shadows is 25% off at £44.99, while EA Sports FC 25 is a whopping 80% off at £11.99, ahead of the series' next entry. If you're in the market for a bargain in the console space, many deals from Amazon Prime Day are still ongoing and Sony is hosting a massive summer sale on the PlayStation Store. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Shadow Labyrinth review – Pac-Man meets Metroid MORE: Cyberpunk 2077 fans think new update secretly runs better on PS5 Pro MORE: Fans fear both EA Sports FC 26 cover stars have been hit by FIFA curse
