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Cowboy Bebop Getting Live Action TV Series

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Bang. And just like that, one of the biggest anime series to ever hit the western shore is back in action. The critically and commercially successful 1998 series Cowboy Bebop is going to get a live action television series. The series will be produced by Tomorrow Studios, a partnership between ITV Studios and Marty Adelstein.

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Now, anime getting the live action treatment doesn’t always work out well. Actually it hardly ever works out well. And it usually ends up a total disaster. But there is reason to be excited. Sunset Inc. who was the studio responsible for the original animated run will be one of the executive producers for the show. So we can assume they’ll make sure to keep the jazzy charm of the original series. Midnight Radio, Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, and Matthew Weinberg will also executive produce the series. Chris Yost will write the adaptation for Cowboy Bebop. Chris Yost has done extensive work on Marvel comics like X-Men, Spider Man, Avengers, and wrote Thor: The Dark World and Ragnarok.

Catch up with Cowboy Bebop

Cowboy Bebop received massive critical acclaim when it first hit the West in 2001. The space-western takes place in 2071 follows Spike Spiegel and his gang of bounty hunters, called cowboys, as they travel around the galaxy trying to capture bad guys and survive all of the major dangers of the galaxy. The anime series has been successful in Western markets, and is credited with introducing a new wave of Western viewers to anime. Nowadays it’s considered the a gateway into the for many people interested in the series. Cowboy Bebop is the standard bearer for anime. That’s all thanks to the major philosophical themes, fantastic animation and character designs and one hell of a a soundtrack.

Previous Experience

While most people are familiar with the television series of Cowboy Bebop, it’s been more than just that. It started out as a short run manga in 1997 and 1998. After the television series, 2001 Cowboy Bebop got a feature film named Cowboy Bebop: The Movie. The film took place between episodes 22 and 23 in the 26-episode anime series. Critics and fans were both fairly positive towards the film.

As mentioned earlier, live-action adaptations of anime and manga haven’t been the most successful. Dragonball: Evolution was so bad Akira Toriyama came out of retirement to save Dragonball’s tarnished name. Attack on Titan was panned by fans, who thought it was hammy and poorly written. And the 2004 adaptation of Devilman was so bad, that in an online poll for worst movie in Japan of the 2000’s. That’s not to say it can’t go well, but there is going to be challenges. No matter what though, the Cowboy Bebop seems like the perfect series for an adaptation.

 

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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