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DC and Warner Brothers have been hit or miss with their comic book movies. The majority of their Superman and Batman content is pretty good (with some stinkers) but their other properties struggle to achieve the same level of critical and financial success. Now that the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) has been created, they’re trying to bring all their properties together in the same manner that Marvel does with their Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Next up on their slate is Wonder Woman, set to release in a few weeks.

Suffice it to say, the DCEU is in trouble. It only has three movies under its belt and at best we can say they have mixed reviews. Viewers seemed to either love or hate Man of Steel for its different take on Superman, Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice was almost universally disliked by people other than the DC super fans, and Suicide Squad didn’t do much better. For many, Wonder Woman will be what will make it or break it for the DCEU. Skeptics aren’t certain it’ll live up to the hype it needs to in order to save the DCEU, but recent reports suggest otherwise.

Early reviews for Wonder Woman have just hit the internet and it seems mostly positive. Before any naysayers state “well the same thing happened before Batman v. Superman and Suicide Squad and look how those turned out”, there’s something you should take into consideration. BvS and Suicide Squad’s early reviews were from DC fans while Wonder Woman reviews are from critics, which eliminates a lot of bias from the reviewing process.

Even ignoring these reports, I think Wonder Woman will be the shot in the arm DC needs in its films based on one thing: how unique it is. For starters, it’s the first female-led movie about a superheroine. Yes, Catwoman and Elektra are both female-led films that came first but both are more anti-heroine than superheroine and neither are all that good. Another aspect is the fact that it takes place in a time period not often explored in modern entertainment: World War I. Besides Battlefield 1 and the upcoming Dunkirk (both of which are very recent mind you), there aren’t that many modern interpretations of this war.

The biggest element of Wonder Woman’s uniqueness is the lack of content with her in it, let alone at the forefront. Characters like Batman and Superman have been done to death and are getting stale. Batman especially has a ridiculous amount of different incarnations in the past 10 years from the Dark Knight trilogy, to Lego Batman, to kid Batman on Gotham, to murder-y Batman in the DCEU, to animated Batman in the Injustice games and Justice League Action, to his comics, and even to his numerous shout-outs and clear existence in Supergirl. Superman isn’t much better for that matter having multiple different incarnations in all the same media as Batman. Wonder Woman, however, isn’t stale because what content she’s in she’s barely ever the lead character. She has her comic and animated adaptations but beyond that, there’s a reference to her in The Flash show and there’s her DCEU version. Even then, actress Gal Gadot is bringing an interpretation of Wonder Woman to the table that is very different from past incarnations of the character.

So yes, I think Wonder Woman will be the heroine that DC both needs and deserves to set its films straight. Whether that continues afterwards with Zack Snyder returning to helm Justice League is another matter entirely.

 

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Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount

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There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.

As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.

The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.

The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.

What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series

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Amazon has just made the exciting announcement that a second season of the highly acclaimed Fallout TV adaptation is in the works. Fans can look forward to another thrilling installment of the series, which will be exclusively available on the Amazon Prime streaming service. Confirmation has arrived regarding the second batch of episodes for the series, following the acquisition of $25 million in Californian tax credits.

In just four days after its release, Fallout has already captivated audiences, quickly becoming one of Amazon Prime’s most-watched TV shows of all time. It has garnered immense popularity, rivaling even the acclaimed season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.

The Fallout TV show has caused a massive surge in sales for the newer games, resulting in a staggering 7,500% increase in purchases of Fallout 4 in Europe. Fallout 76, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas were also among the top 10 best-selling games across the continent last week. Next week, the highly anticipated PS5 version of Fallout 4 will be released, offering players an enhanced visual experience with new graphical modes. Additionally, players can look forward to exciting new content from the Creation Club.

Considering the potential for character development and narrative arcs, it would be intriguing to see where season two takes Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Without revealing any spoilers, it’s exciting to speculate on the possible directions their stories could go. We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.

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Helldivers 2 Players Face Overwhelming Hordes of Factory Striders

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In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.

There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.

Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.

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