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Metro
17 minutes ago
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Baldur's Gate 3 gets an official expansion for Dungeons & Dragons
The Dungeons & Dragons tabletop game is getting its own Baldur's Gate 3 DLC, all about a certain fan favourite vampire. While Larian Studios continued to support Baldur's Gate 3 with some meaty post-launch patches, there never was, and never will be, a proper DLC expansion, as the game is effectively abandoned. Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, however, are fully aware of Baldur's Gate 3's popularity and are not going to want that cash cow to dry up, which is why they're planning to partner with a new, currently unnamed, studio for the inevitable Baldur's Gate 4. They also appear eager to use Baldur's Gate 3's success to draw more people into Dungeons & Dragons (the tabletop role-playing game Baldur's Gate 3 is based on) as evidenced by what, on paper, is essentially Baldur's Gate 3 DLC. For context, two new D&D books – Forgotten Realms: Heroes Of Faerûn and Forgotten Realms: Adventures In Faerûn – have been announced and they offer a bevy of new content, like new subclasses and new items. The books will launch on November 11 and currently cost $59.99 (about £45) and $74.99 (about £55), respectively, but there is of course a more expensive Ultimate Bundle for $159.99 (about £119) that throws in several extras. One of those extras, as explained on D&D Beyond, is a digital expansion called Astarion's Book Of Hungers and, as you can probably guess, is centred around everyone's favourite vampire party member from Baldur's Gate 3. 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. Aside from offering new pre-built D&D adventures that let you team up with Astarion before the events of Baldur's Gate 3 (complete with some new backstory for his favourite tavern), the expansion will come with new options for building vampire characters. The Ultimate Bundle also comes with two other digital expansions but it sounds like all three will be available as separate purchases, since individual prices are listed for them. More Trending So, if you're an Astarion fan and don't care about any of the other additions, you can simply fork over $14.99 (about £11) for his expansion when it arrives on November 11. Considering Baldur's Gate 4 is likely many years away, it wouldn't be surprising if Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast released more cross-promotional material like this, both to placate starving fans and attract new ones who may have exhausted themselves on Baldur's Gate 3. Although with how stuffed Baldur's Gate 3 is, especially after all the patches, it's hard to imagine you'll ever run out of things to do. Thanks to mods, it is entirely possible to craft your own custom campaigns (such as this one dubbed Path To Menzoberranzan that's in development), although such campaigns aren't supported by Larian's official mod toolkit for Baldur's Gate 3. 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: Baldur's Gate 3 devs reveal the weirdest and most bizarre fan stats MORE: Baldur's Gate 4 was playable before it was cancelled admits Larian Studios boss MORE: EA refused to let BioWare make a Dragon Age: Origins remake claims developer
Economic Times
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Marvel Spider-Man MTG Spoilers — Magic: The Gathering announces five new variants
In a major reveal during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Wizards of the Coast unveiled the first wave of official Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, launching a new crossover arc that blends the lore of Marvel Comics with the mechanics of Magic: The Gathering (MTG). These early previews offer a glimpse into a set that promises powerful new cards, nostalgic callbacks, and bold design innovations for both Standard and Commander crossover, long anticipated by fans of both franchises, will introduce a roster of five legendary Spider-Man variants. This includes Spider-Man Noir and SP//dr at Uncommon, Spider-Man 2099 and Spider-Ham at Rare, and finally, a Mythic Rare version of Peter Parker, who flips into The Amazing Spider-Man—a standout example of MTG's modal double-faced card mechanics. Each Spider-Man card reflects a different timeline and creative tone. Fans of Sony's Into the Spider-Verse films will find familiar characters—though notably absent are Spider-Gwen and Peter B. Parker, who may appear in subsequent reveals, as mentioned in a report by IGN. Among the Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, the card generating the most buzz is Peter Parker / The Amazing Spider-Man. Uniquely designed, players can cast Peter Parker for two mana and pay four later to flip him into his heroic alter ego. Once transformed, the card grants a powerful 'web-slinging' ability—reducing the cost of casting Legendary spells by returning a tapped creature to card is already being discussed as a new staple in Commander decks. The flexible casting cost and built-in synergy make it a serious contender in value-oriented builds, particularly in decks that revolve around bouncing creatures or running a high volume of legends, as per a report by MTG Rocks. The newly revealed Origin of Spider-Man saga is another standout entry. For just two mana, the card offers three unique chapter effects that can boost existing creatures or generate a temporary 3/2 Spider token with Double Strike. This utility allows players to tailor the card to various archetypes, from Mono-White Aggro to more experimental builds like Standard Yuna, Hope of Spira or Selesnya counters-matter decks. While flavor purists may point out inconsistencies—such as applying saga buffs to non-Spider creatures—the design sacrifices thematic rigidity in favor of strategic flexibility, which has drawn praise from competitive players. The current Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers suggest that cards like Origin of Spider-Man are designed with Standard in mind. While the saga offers strong early game value and versatility, its long-term impact in older formats like Modern or Legacy is less certain due to the pace and efficiency of those environments. In Pioneer, there's cautious optimism about the saga's potential role in Mono-White Aggro or Enigmatic Incarnation shells, especially for players seeking new tools in creature-heavy matchups. But for now, its true home appears to be Standard, where synergy with recent cards from Edge of Eternities is strongest. Though Origin of Spider-Man is built for Standard play, it has potential in the Commander format as well. In particular, decks led by Tom Bombadil, which focus on saga recursion, may find this two-drop to be an efficient early play. While the color identity (white) could limit its use in pure Spider Typal Commander decks, its design offers value that can't be ignored in saga-heavy said, the card's individual chapter effects—while powerful in the short term—may not scale well into longer Commander games unless paired with significant saga further engage comic fans, Wizards of the Coast has introduced an Iconic Moments treatment for select cards. One such version of Peter Parker features cover art from The Amazing Spider-Man #1 (1963), complete with credits to Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko. This variant celebrates Spider-Man's legacy and aims to appeal to collectors as much as competitive alternate art versions are part of the upcoming Booster Fun lineup, which continues MTG's trend of offering visually diverse and historically significant treatments for its Universes Beyond with the spoiler reveal, Wizards of the Coast is also hosting a hands-on Spider-Man MTG event at San Diego's Hard Rock Hotel. Newcomers can try themed Welcome Decks built around the web-slinger, as part of WOTC's ongoing push to onboard fresh players through Universes Beyond IPs. Industry watchers note that this strategy is paying off. Hasbro recently reported $200 million in day-one revenue from its Final Fantasy set, suggesting that branded collaborations are proving to be more than a marketing gimmick—they're a financial powerhouse. While excitement is high, players shouldn't expect the full spoiler season to begin just yet. This Comic-Con reveal serves as a 'First Look' rather than the start of formal previews. According to Wizards of the Coast, more Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers are scheduled to arrive closer to the set's September now, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for additional reveals, with several major characters—including Spider-Gwen—likely to appear as part of the complete roster. Given MTG's history of slowly escalating hype over weeks of previews, it's safe to assume that this is just the tip of the this initial batch of Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, Magic: The Gathering signals its intent to continue exploring ambitious IP mashups without sacrificing competitive integrity. From double-faced mechanics to saga-based power plays, the cards shown so far blend flavor with function in a way that long-time fans and new players alike can coming weeks promise even more reveals and possibly deeper mechanical twists. But if the early previews are any indication, this Spider-Verse set might just swing its way into Magic's most iconic releases of the Coast unveiled the first official spoilers for the Marvel Spider-Man crossover set in Magic: The Gathering. This marks a significant collaboration between Marvel Comics and MTG under the Universes Beyond product set is themed around Spider-Man and the Spider-Verse. It features multiple Spider-Man variants from across the Marvel multiverse, blending comic book lore with Magic's mechanics.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marvel Spider-Man MTG Spoilers — Magic: The Gathering announces five new variants
In a major reveal during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Wizards of the Coast unveiled the first wave of official Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, launching a new crossover arc that blends the lore of Marvel Comics with the mechanics of Magic: The Gathering (MTG). These early previews offer a glimpse into a set that promises powerful new cards, nostalgic callbacks, and bold design innovations for both Standard and Commander formats. Five Spider-Men, One Multiverse: Legendary Lineup Unveiled The crossover, long anticipated by fans of both franchises, will introduce a roster of five legendary Spider-Man variants . This includes Spider-Man Noir and SP//dr at Uncommon, Spider-Man 2099 and Spider-Ham at Rare, and finally, a Mythic Rare version of Peter Parker, who flips into The Amazing Spider-Man—a standout example of MTG's modal double-faced card mechanics. 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Peter Parker's Transformation: A Double-Sided Gamechanger Among the Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, the card generating the most buzz is Peter Parker / The Amazing Spider-Man. Uniquely designed, players can cast Peter Parker for two mana and pay four later to flip him into his heroic alter ego. Once transformed, the card grants a powerful 'web-slinging' ability—reducing the cost of casting Legendary spells by returning a tapped creature to hand. This card is already being discussed as a new staple in Commander decks. The flexible casting cost and built-in synergy make it a serious contender in value-oriented builds, particularly in decks that revolve around bouncing creatures or running a high volume of legends, as per a report by MTG Rocks. Live Events Spotlight on Origin of Spider-Man: A Flexible Saga The newly revealed Origin of Spider-Man saga is another standout entry. For just two mana, the card offers three unique chapter effects that can boost existing creatures or generate a temporary 3/2 Spider token with Double Strike. This utility allows players to tailor the card to various archetypes, from Mono-White Aggro to more experimental builds like Standard Yuna, Hope of Spira or Selesnya counters-matter decks. While flavor purists may point out inconsistencies—such as applying saga buffs to non-Spider creatures—the design sacrifices thematic rigidity in favor of strategic flexibility, which has drawn praise from competitive players. Constructed Viability: Standard, Pioneer, and Beyond The current Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers suggest that cards like Origin of Spider-Man are designed with Standard in mind. While the saga offers strong early game value and versatility, its long-term impact in older formats like Modern or Legacy is less certain due to the pace and efficiency of those environments. In Pioneer, there's cautious optimism about the saga's potential role in Mono-White Aggro or Enigmatic Incarnation shells, especially for players seeking new tools in creature-heavy matchups. But for now, its true home appears to be Standard, where synergy with recent cards from Edge of Eternities is strongest. Commander Potential: Tom Bombadil and Saga Synergy Though Origin of Spider-Man is built for Standard play, it has potential in the Commander format as well. In particular, decks led by Tom Bombadil, which focus on saga recursion, may find this two-drop to be an efficient early play. While the color identity (white) could limit its use in pure Spider Typal Commander decks, its design offers value that can't be ignored in saga-heavy strategies. That said, the card's individual chapter effects—while powerful in the short term—may not scale well into longer Commander games unless paired with significant saga support. Alternate Art: A Nod to Comic Book Roots To further engage comic fans, Wizards of the Coast has introduced an Iconic Moments treatment for select cards. One such version of Peter Parker features cover art from The Amazing Spider-Man #1 (1963), complete with credits to Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko. This variant celebrates Spider-Man's legacy and aims to appeal to collectors as much as competitive players. These alternate art versions are part of the upcoming Booster Fun lineup, which continues MTG's trend of offering visually diverse and historically significant treatments for its Universes Beyond products. Real-World Activation: Spider-Man Event at Comic-Con Coinciding with the spoiler reveal, Wizards of the Coast is also hosting a hands-on Spider-Man MTG event at San Diego's Hard Rock Hotel. Newcomers can try themed Welcome Decks built around the web-slinger, as part of WOTC's ongoing push to onboard fresh players through Universes Beyond IPs. Industry watchers note that this strategy is paying off. Hasbro recently reported $200 million in day-one revenue from its Final Fantasy set, suggesting that branded collaborations are proving to be more than a marketing gimmick—they're a financial powerhouse. What's Next? More Spoilers to Come While excitement is high, players shouldn't expect the full spoiler season to begin just yet. This Comic-Con reveal serves as a 'First Look' rather than the start of formal previews. According to Wizards of the Coast, more Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers are scheduled to arrive closer to the set's September launch. For now, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for additional reveals, with several major characters—including Spider-Gwen—likely to appear as part of the complete roster. Given MTG's history of slowly escalating hype over weeks of previews, it's safe to assume that this is just the tip of the web. Web-Slinging Into MTG's Future With this initial batch of Marvel Spider-Man MTG spoilers, Magic: The Gathering signals its intent to continue exploring ambitious IP mashups without sacrificing competitive integrity. From double-faced mechanics to saga-based power plays, the cards shown so far blend flavor with function in a way that long-time fans and new players alike can appreciate. The coming weeks promise even more reveals and possibly deeper mechanical twists. But if the early previews are any indication, this Spider-Verse set might just swing its way into Magic's most iconic releases yet. FAQs What was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 regarding Magic: The Gathering? Wizards of the Coast unveiled the first official spoilers for the Marvel Spider-Man crossover set in Magic: The Gathering. This marks a significant collaboration between Marvel Comics and MTG under the Universes Beyond product line. What is the theme of the new MTG set? The set is themed around Spider-Man and the Spider-Verse. It features multiple Spider-Man variants from across the Marvel multiverse, blending comic book lore with Magic's mechanics.
CNBC
23-07-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Hasbro beats second-quarter expectations as gaming division offsets tariff-fueled toy slump
Toy and gaming giant Hasbro topped Wall Street expectations for the second quarter as strength in its digital gaming division helped offset continued weaknesses in its traditional toy business, weighed down by the impact of tariffs. "While tariffs represent a headwind for the business," Hasbro's CEO Chris Cocks said on the company's earnings call. "We are compensating for these costs through a combination of cost reductions, rebalancing our marketing spend, diversifying our supplier mix and implementing some targeted pricing actions." Shares fell roughly 4% in Wednesday morning trading. Here's how the company performed in the quarter ended June 29 compared to what Wall Street was expecting. The toy company reported a net loss of $855.8 million, or $6.10 per share, for the period, compared with net income of $138.5 million, or 99 cents per share, in the same quarter a year ago. Hasbro attributed the loss to a $1 billion goodwill impairment related to its consumer products segment and the impact of tariffs. Overall revenue declined 1% from the same quarter last year, but the company's gaming division continued to outperform. Wizards of the Coast and digital gaming brought in $522.4 million in sales, up 16% year over year. Hasbro cited strong demand for Magic: The Gathering and Monopoly Go! "This isn't just a one-off moment. It's a clear indication of the power of Magic's community," Cocks said. "Magic is stronger than ever, and we're just getting started." Meanwhile, the company's consumer products segment saw revenue fall 16% to $442.4 million, pressured by "anticipated softness in Toys driven by retailer order timing and geographic volatility," Hasbro said in the release. Revenue in the entertainment segment dropped 15% to $16 million. Hasbro raised its full-year guidance and now expects mid-single-digit revenue growth, adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, or EBITDA, of between $1.17 billion and $1.2 billion, and adjusted operating margins of 22% to 23%.
CNBC
01-07-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Goldman Sachs says fastest market recovery ever can continue for the next couple of weeks
The first half of the year was a historic one, and Goldman Sachs thinks there are more gains to be had in the next few weeks. The S & P 500 roared back to all-time highs in the last two sessions of June, surging more than 20% from an April low. That marked the benchmark's fastest recovery from a sell-off greater than 15%, Goldman said. "We think this rally will continue for the next couple weeks," Goldman traders said in a note to clients. Seasonality will likely drive some of the gains in the next few weeks. Goldman noted that the S & P 500 averages a 1.3% advance in July going back to 1928. The first half of the month is even better, with the benchmark averaging a 2.4% return between July 1 and July 15. The bank's trading desk expects the rally to lose momentum in August, recommending clients hedge their positions through options. Goldman also highlighted that small caps have not participated in the rebound to the same extent as large-cap stocks. .SPX YTD mountain SPX year to date "As SPX and [Nasdaq-100] have both retraced to the highs, we want to highlight the fact that Russell 2k is still trading 11.5% below its high print," the Goldman traders said. "To quote the 1993 iconic film of the summer [The Sandlot], 'You're killing me Smalls.'" Elsewhere Tuesday morning on Wall Street, Goldman upgraded Hasbro to buy from neutral, calling for more than 15% upside. "We believe that long-term execution opportunities in the [Wizards of the Coast] segment are underappreciated by the market, while near-term macro risks to profitability in the Consumer Products segment are overstated," Goldman's Stephen Laszczyk said. "As a result, we believe that shares currently offer investors an attractive risk-reward skew with a robust catalyst path over the next ~12 months."
