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Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Mortal Kombat 1 DLC is officially over as developer teases next project
NetherRealm has confirmed there will be no more DLC characters for Mortal Kombat 1 following disappointing sales. Mortal Kombat is still the best-selling fighting game franchise in the world, but the latest entry fell short of its usual sales expectations. The latest game, titled Mortal Kombat 1, was a reboot of the series set in a new timeline, where classic characters like Raiden, Sub-Zero, and Johnny Cage possessed reworked origin stories and aesthetics. While the game itself was mechanically solid, it clearly didn't connect with fans in the same way as its predecessor, Mortal Kombat 11. The latter managed to sell over 15 million copies during its lifetime, whereas Mortal Kombat 1, as of January this year, has sold 5 million. After rumours emerged last year of an early cut to DLC support, developer NetherRealm has confirmed there will be no more extra characters or expansions for Mortal Kombat 1. 'We are hearing players' requests for continued game support of Mortal Kombat 1, and, while we will continue to support Mortal Kombat 1 through balance adjustments and fixes, there will not be additional DLC characters or story chapters released from this point on,' a post on X reads. 'We understand this will be disappointing for fans, but our team at NetherRealm needs to shift focus to the next project in order to make it as great as we possibly can.' We are hearing players' requests for continued game support of Mortal Kombat 1, and, while we will continue to support Mortal Kombat 1 through balance adjustments and fixes, there will not be additional DLC characters or story chapters released from this point on. — Mortal Kombat 1 (@MortalKombat) May 23, 2025 The last DLC character for Mortal Kombat 1 was the T-1000 from Terminator 2: Judgement Day, which rolled out in March following last year's Khaos Reigns expansion. Earlier this month, a definitive edition combining all the DLC was released. NetherRealm hasn't announced what its next project actually is, but a dataminer recently suggested the studio is working on the next entry in the Injustice franchise. multiversus shutting down is an injustice, then doing it all again is another injusticeleaving me without any leaks is yet again another injustice — MultiverSusie (@multiversusie) May 17, 2025 In a post on X earlier this month, dataminer MultiverSusie, who is known for MultiVersus leaks, wrote: 'MultiVersus shutting down is an injustice, then doing it all again is another injustice. Leaving me without any leaks is yet again another Injustice. 3.' More Trending If true, this would be the first entry in the series since 2017's Injustice 2. The series takes place in an alternate reality within the DC Universe, where Superman has become an evil tyrant, and features a roster of fighters ranging from Wonder Woman to Black Adam. Prior to Injustice, NetherRealm developed a DC crossover fighter titled Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe, which was released in 2008 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Rumours of a new Injustice game have floated around for years, but the timing might be right for a new instalment to coincide with DC's revamped cinematic universe, which starts with Superman this summer. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. 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: Nintendo Direct set for around Switch 2 launch claims insider MORE: The Last Of Us season 2 was a mixed bag and I'm worried about season 3 MORE: Resident Evil 9 began as 'open world multiplayer game' as insider reveals scrapped sequel
Business Mayor
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Mayor
‘Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' is a bombastic return
Not many prayers are answered these days, but SNK decided to play God and finally release a sequel to 'Mark of the Wolves'. 'Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves' is a 2.5D fighting game that sets out to bring the series forward while maintaining its classic arcade tones. The plot here isn't essential, but the basics are that the legacy of the series' original villain, Geese Howard, is stolen and put up for grabs in a new tournament happening in South Town. These events coincide with protagonists Terry Bogard and Rock Howard investigating sightings of a ghost of Geese throughout the city. It's typical fighting game nonsense, yet perfectly in line with the series' storytelling. These plot points are laid out and developed in the 'episodes of South Town' mode, where the player goes around to various nodes on a map. Each node has a fight, which can be against a lone fighter or a group of grunts. Since each fight gives XP and leveling up unlocks new abilities, this mode can be considered an 'RPGlite' experience. While the mode can feel repetitive, it's also a good way for a new player to get their bearings with the controls and mechanics at a slow pace. The main drawback is that the presentation is very subdued, so don't expect anything on the production level of the 'Mortal Kombat' story modes. Speaking of easing new players into the game, a simplified control scheme is also on offer here. It makes completing more advanced combos a breeze by just having to press the same buttons in succession. It can give any newcomer a competitive edge, even if they've never played a fighting game before. This sort of thing is becoming more common within the genre, which is great, but it still doesn't do a good job of bridging the gap between a beginner and an advanced player. It seems like only 'Street Fighter 6' is innovating in this field. Overall, the controls and mechanics are simple and don't take that much time to understand. This makes 'City of the Wolves' an approachable game without sacrificing the potential depth for experienced players. It pairs well with the anime/comic-inspired art style and eye-catching character designs. The game has all the basic online features a player can expect: ranked play, casual matches, lobbies for groups and full crossplay with rollback netcode. There's also the option to fight 'ghosts,' which are computer-controlled fighters that adopt the tendencies of real players. It's a decent way to practice against something that's closer to mirroring how a human player fights. Even though 'Fatal Fury' was never one of the world's most popular fighting franchises, it's still managed to have a very passionate cult following, which means this game had big shoes to fill. I'd say that SNK has mostly nailed it when it comes to bringing a new game forward that retains the classic feel while still feeling modern. 'City of the Wolves' earns 4 stars out of 5.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
One Piece's most heartbreaking story is finally coming to the Anime — Get ready to cry
One Piece's most heartbreaking story is finally coming to the Anime — Get ready to cry Credit- Fandom Whether you're a long time One Piece fan — or just a person who's been wondering about all the buzz — now's the time to tune in. Millions of fans can't help but be overwhelmed as the beloved anime gears up to adapt one of the most tragic, heartbreaking arcs in the whole series. Not even the most dedicated fans of Mortal Kombat are prepared for what lies ahead. The first of these is a spotlight on Bartholomew Kuma, the enormous and enigmatic voiceless monstrosity who has loomed in the fringes for years. In One Piece episode #1129, we'll get to the bottom of his story and find out why. With themes of sacrifice, trauma, and unconditional love, this long-awaited new arc promises to be one of the anime's most affecting moments — perhaps even more so than any previous flashback in the show, including the famed Ace's death scene. Kuma's past will shatter your soul Kuma's been a reserved, weird presence in One Piece from the start, but that silence conceals decades of suffering. The anime so far has given just a glimpse of what he's endured — such as his time spent as a slave to the Celestial Dragons — but that just barely touched on the depths of his pain. The entire story as depicted in the manga is completely gut-wrenching. At a young age, Kuma was gay, tortured, beaten, and was forced to see the death of his own father, all after standing up to their own captors. Though he escaped, his torment continued even after he was free. His best friend, Ginny, took and made a Celestial Dragon's property, and then died in a horrible accident that was entirely the fault of her master. When her daughter Bonney fell ill with a terminal disease, Kuma made the ultimate sacrifice — he surrendered his body and mind to save her, being turned into a human weapon for the World Government. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 빠진 치아 있다면? 1개도 10개도 개당 33만원에 임플란트 해드려요 플란치과 더 알아보기 Undo It's a heart-wrenching tale of brutality, betrayal, and unconditional love — and for the first time, it's being brought to animated life for the whole world to experience. The anime version may be even sadder than the manga Based on preview footage for One Piece episode #1129, the anime isn't merely adapting Kuma's story — it's deepening it. New scenes have been included, providing more emotional resonance and context to Kuma's pain. Coupled with the fact that the anime has been on a recent hot streak of impeccable animation, these scenes will face even tougher competition for maximum emotional impact. Toei Animation has received accolades for including filler that actually improves the narrative instead of stretching it thin. This will mean that viewers are treated to a fuller, more tragic rendering of Kuma's life than readers of the manga experienced. This is an important detail that just might make this the most impactful flashback arc in the anime. Bonney and Kuma: A father's love that transcends everything At the heart of this tale is the deep connection between Kuma and his adoptive daughter, Bonney. Kuma's backstory suddenly directs that tale towards family, sacrifice, and love. For Bonney, Kuma sacrificed everything — not just his free will, but his humanity, too. Now, that kind of story isn't just sad, it's inspiring. Bonney's journey to find out the truth about her father now adds even greater emotional stakes to the ongoing Egghead arc. It's a touching yet heartbreaking testament to what lengths parents are willing to go to for their children — even in the most treacherous shadows of the One Piece universe. Why this arc proves the egghead saga is a modern masterpiece Arguably the most decisive effects on their popularity come from fans' longplaying favorite One Piece, in which Kuma launches the story down an increasingly powerful narrative current throughout the new Egghead arc already labeled by many fans as one of the series' all-time best. It's made even more powerful by its focus on the emotional cost lurking underneath all the futuristic tech, government corruption, and fight for freedom that this arc depicts. Yet it poses gigantic questions of morality, sacrifice, and the very nature of what it means to be human. Through his character, Taika Waititi reminded audiences that going out into the world like a soldier or even a revolutionary was not the ideal solution. Instead one should be more like Kuma, a man who despite being steamrolled by the world, still chose love over hate. This combination of sci-fi world-building, relatable character growth and dynamic anime storytelling is what makes Egghead so special. It's why the anime's ongoing episodes are can't-miss TV for any fan of the artform. Where to watch the Kuma flashback arc The Kuma flashback arc officially begins in One Piece episode #1129. You can stream the latest episodes on: Crunchyroll (US & UK) Funimation (US) Netflix (select regions) Hulu (US) New episodes drop every weekend, so now's the perfect time to catch up and prepare yourself emotionally for what's coming. One Piece is about to hit fans in the feels — Hard One Piece has delivered some legendary moments over the years — Ace's death, Robin's 'I want to live' scene, and the Going Merry's farewell — but Kuma's flashback might top them all in terms of raw emotional impact. If you've been waiting for a reason to jump back into the anime, this is it. Just make sure to bring some tissues. Kuma's story is not just the saddest One Piece arc — it might be one of the most powerful anime moments of the year. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Alex Aster's Rom-Com Novel ‘Summer in the City' Sets Film Adaptation at New Line Cinema (EXCLUSIVE)
New hit rom-com novel 'Summer in the City' is set to be adapted into a feature film from viral author Alex Aster and New Line Cinema. Released March 25 from HarperCollins Publishers, 'Summer in the City' is described as a 'swoony, fast-paced rom-com set in New York City follows a screenwriter and a sexy tech CEO as they go from lovers to enemies and back to lovers again.' The book debuted at No. 2 on the New York Times bestseller list at launch and remained in the rankings for five weeks. More from Variety Ice Cube Closes Deal for New 'Friday' Movie at Warner Bros. and New Line 'Mortal Kombat' Sequel Returns to Australia, Changes State Brendan Hanson-Kelly, Television Executive, Dies at 54 Nikki Ramey and Celia Khong will oversee 'Summer in the City' for Warner Bros. Discovery's New Line Cinema. Aster will executive produce the film adaptation of 'Summer in the City,' which marks her second book-to-film adaptation in the works amid her YA fantasy series 'Lightlark' being developed into a feature at Universal and Temple Hill. No writer, director or cast is currently attached to the project. Per HarperCollins' synopsis for Aster's 'Summer in the City' novel, 'Elle has the chance of a lifetime to write a big-budget movie set in NYC. The only problem? She has writer's block, and her screenplay is due at the end of the summer. Seeking inspiration, Elle returns to the city and learns her new neighbor is 'Billionaire Bachelor' Parker Warren, her hookup from two years ago. It's been a lovers-to-enemies situation ever since. The sight of Parker sparks a night of hate-fueled writing, bringing Elle to realize her twisted muse might just be the key to finishing her screenplay… if she can stand being around him. He needs to fake a buzzy relationship during his company's precarious acquisition. She needs to write a movie around a list of NYC locations. Both need to shake things up and rediscover the skyscraper glimmering, sunlit charms of the city. Summers always end, and so will this agreement. It's all pretend—until it isn't.' 'Summer in the City' marks Aster's first venture into adult romance novel, following her wildly popular young-adult fantasy series 'Lightlark.' Aster's books, which also include middle-grade fiction series 'Emblem Island,' have sold millions of copies in the US and have been on the New York Times Bestsellers list for more than 120 weeks combined. She is known for her larger social media audience, particularly among TikTok's 'BookTok' community, with more than 2 million followers across platforms and 300 million views on her videos. She is repped by CAA, Jodi Reamer at Writers House, and The Lede Company. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
I started an activewear business and now partner with Marvel and Disney. Tariffs are testing our success.
Austin Gayne is the founder of SuperX, a superhero and pop culture-inspired gym wear company. He works with brands including Marvel to create merchandise based on characters like Spider-Man. SuperX bought a lot of materials from China, but pivoted in response to Trump's tariffs. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Austin Gayne, the 29-year-old CEO of the sportswear company, SuperX, who is based in Nashville, Tennessee. The following has been edited for length and clarity. When people watch movies like "Batman Begins" and see Christian Bale's physique and Bruce Wayne's work ethic, it's like, "Wow, that's kind of inspiring." It makes you want to either start a fitness routine, be a better person, or just get your adrenaline pumping. This is our secret sauce at SuperX. Although I started SuperX as a supplement company, I pivoted to activewear because nobody was really doing superhero designs. People see the company as a niche clothing brand, or a superhero clothing brand, but I'm transitioning it into a pop culture fitness brand, which understands the connection between customers wanting to feel like these characters. The reason people connect with them is very character-specific. Let's use Spider-Man as an example. The reason so many people resonate with him beyond his cool powers is that they see Peter Parker. He's overlooked, doubted, bullied, and below average, but he rises above it. Many fans relate to him, and they feel they can become something more. So, when we collaborate with Marvel on merch featuring a character, we're really going to tap into that feeling. Everybody wants to be a better person. That's why our slogan is "Be extraordinary." It's not just, "work out and become jacked." If that's what you choose to be, great! But it could be that you want to run a marathon, rank up in your career, be a better spouse, a better father, a better son, a better friend — whatever it means to you. Think of huge companies that own massive properties. Disney owns Marvel and Lucasfilm. Warner Bros. owns DC Comics, "Harry Potter," "Mortal Kombat," and "The Lord of the Rings." These licensers have their own set of guidelines and rules for each brand. So, for example, Disney's rules for Marvel are different to Lucasfilm's for "Star Wars." From my perspective, licensing is very challenging because a third party has to approve your products and marketing, which adds another layer of complexity to your business. We're trying to master that approval process. Yes, licensing gives you a direct connection to the characters, which is great and comes with certain freedoms. It allows us to use superior details in our designs in unique ways, instead of just slapping a print on a T-shirt. However, licenses also mean you effectively have a new business partner who makes product and creative-related decisions, which can make the process more complicated than creating things in-house. And for businesses that are trying to expand, the recent tariffs will make things even harder. The moment we heard about the tariff increase, we immediately freaked out because we thought, "We have to adapt to this quickly." For a couple of days, I wasn't optimistic because I've never faced this before. With the margins we have, there was no way that we could continue doing business the way we did. I immediately started calling different companies in different countries. We found a manufacturer in the USA who could make one of my products, and a handful in other countries, instead of getting all of our supply from one place. Fortunately, we didn't have any shipments in the water when the tariffs were announced. I have immense sympathy for anyone who did, because if you had a shipment on a boat and it landed, you would be screwed. You would have to pay that amount, or you would just dock it and have to figure it out. These tariffs are changing on a near-daily, if not weekly, basis. We just don't know how long they're going to be in place. They're going to ruin hundreds of thousands of middle to small-tier businesses because there isn't enough time to divest their manufacturing and supply chain from China to different countries. However, the ones who survive will become better, leaner, more efficient, more tactical, and wiser operators. It's kind of like Charles Darwin's theory. It's not the smartest or the strongest who are going to survive, but it's those who are most adaptable. I'm not the smartest or the strongest, but I'm definitely one of the most adaptable. You just say, "Hey, I'm going to figure it out. I'm going to lace up my boots. We'll figure this out, and eventually this too shall pass. When it does, I'm going to be better for it." No amount of business books will teach you how to become an efficient operator. There's no amount of podcasts you can listen to figure out how to avoid all the mistakes. I use these types of situations to offer encouragement to people in my situation. You have to think: "Okay, if I can get through this and make it on the other side, I should be wiser, more disciplined, and ultimately have a better and healthier business." Essentially, our approach to navigating the tariffs all comes down to "Be extraordinary," which forces us to be innovative disruptors. Read the original article on Business Insider Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
