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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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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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