Ever since Spider-Man was announced to be joining Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe just over 2 years ago, things have been getting stranger and stranger. On the surface, it may appear pretty simple to most. Spider-Man has been rebooted and this new version exists in the MCU. However, if you even begin to take a closer look at Disney and Sony’s collaborations here, things get very muddled.
Spider-Man’s role in the MCU has continued to baffle fans. One second he seems to be a clear, new member of the MCU but the next he himself or elements of his comic canon are exempted. It was initially rumored that Spider-Man would only appear in a few MCU films. This would be so that Sony could successfully launch a new franchise with the help of Disney’s success.
This rumor by itself was troublesome because it meant that what little hope we fans had of seeing Spidey team up with the Avengers would be brief at best. He wasn’t even confirmed to be in Infinity War for the longest time, which only added to this sentiment. The rumors have since been denied and Spider-Man is now confirmed to fight Thanos next year, but the threat remains. This is because there are still two separate but equally ambitious studios involved with this character. As such, anything could happen to further threaten this already confusing continuity as more films are made.
Speaking of which, Sony was setting up a bunch of Spidey spin-off movies as well. With Venom and Silver & Black being confirmed to not be in the MCU, it’s safe to assume the same about the other films. This is especially the case since the Sinister Six were set up in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 post credits scene. At the very least MCU fans still have Spidey, but some of the best characters in his comic canon are sadly out of reach. There’s always potential for them to enter the MCU later. This can be done either through references and connections to one another in their films or with the multiverse that Doctor Strange introduced us into. However, with even the MCU TV characters of the same universe showing no sign of appearing in the films, this is incredibly unlikely.
The MCU has a great character in Spider-Man, but they’re severely limited in what they can do with him as a result of Sony’s own universe. Not only that, but this makes Marvel movies as a whole all the more confusing to watch, which is one of their biggest issues. This includes the X-Men films and their let’s call it “unique” timelines.
This is especially the case considering Venom is moving forward without MCU ties meaning it probably won’t even have Spider-Man in the film. Fans have already been disappointed by it being basically impossible for Deadpool and Spidey to interact. However, Venom is a Spider-Man villain who Spidey himself can’t even interact with. This just further dashes the hopes of fans wanting to see anything Fox related appear in these films.
Worse still, Sony could just as easily create their own Spidey for this universe which would get even more confusing and disappointing. Either way, the continuity will always be the most confusing part of watching a Spider-Man, let alone Marvel film. As great as these films typically turn out, it’ll always be disappointing with thoughts like these in the back of our heads.
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Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
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.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
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.
Geek Culture
Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series
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.
Wouldn't want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
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.
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.
Factory Striders have made a resurgence on the Automaton front. These imposing, massive support dreadnoughts now threaten freedom and democracy throughout the galactic rim. pic.twitter.com/XRTPU7k71s
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) April 16, 2024
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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