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MultiVersus is being liked a lot… except for its terrible monetization

Warner Bros. has done it again, because Multiversus is being a success, but they have decided to implement terrible monetization.

The open beta of MultiVersus was one of the biggest events that fighting games have experienced in recent years. No game had managed to overshadow Super Smash Bros since the release of Super Smash Bros. Brawl, but Warner’s game achieved the impossible. After its closure, many people were disappointed and eagerly awaited this release. Which has ended up being, at best, bittersweet.

Although the numbers are spectacular and the game improvements are there, with new characters, scenarios, and fixed hitboxes to work as they should, not everything is good news. And it is that the developing studio has decided to make a series of changes to the game systems. Changes that have not been well received due to what they imply: a more aggressive monetization.

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MultiVersus is a free-to-play video game that allows you to fight with iconic characters from Warner Bros.

Many people have noticed that there are restrictions on character selection in local matches. During the open beta, as long as it was a local match or training mode, you could play with any character. This is no longer possible. Multiversus offers a rotation of a handful of characters, but all the others must be unlocked in order to be played. Making it impossible to play the game locally, unless all the characters are unlocked beforehand.

This is a problem for several reasons. And all of them come down to the monetization of the game. Although it is possible to unlock all the characters simply by playing, the fastest method is to pay around 10 euros per character. A reasonable amount if you want one or two characters, but not if you want the entire roster.

What does this mean? It means that if you want to try a certain character, you have to pay or wait for it to be available in rotation. If your friends come to play at your house, they can only play with the characters you have unlocked. If you want to practice against a specific character, you have to unlock it beforehand. And the worst part of it all. Anyone who wants to organize game tournaments will have to unlock all the characters beforehand, making the competitive structure of the game much more difficult for no apparent reason. Or no reason other than greed.

All of this has enraged fans, tarnishing an otherwise fantastic release. Therefore, it is to be expected to see what the response from Warner Bros. and Player First Games is in what is nothing short of a publicity nightmare. This could potentially kill a good portion of the momentum of a game that has had a spectacular start.

After the failure of their games as a service, Warner Bros affirms that they will bet everything… on games as a service

The CEO of Warner Bros asserts that the future of the company’s games is games as a service, making interesting statements in that regard.

Warner Bros, in the field of video games, has had a rather bittersweet year. Although they have had some great successes, they have also had a series of resounding failures. This has led the company to think twice about what they will do with their developments from now on. Although the plans they have, and the results they have had so far, do not seem to fit at all.

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At a conference organized by Morgan Stanley, Warner Bros’ CEO of streaming and gaming, JB Perrette, spoke about the future of the company’s gaming division. Stating that the console AAA market is very volatile, he says that from now on they will focus their efforts on creating games as a service, mobile games, and free-to-play games of well-known franchises. Seeking to create games that generate long-term revenue through aggressive monetization.

The interesting thing is that, to highlight the volatility of the AAA console market, it chooses its own example. It points out the performance of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League as an example of this, which has performed well below Warner Bros’ expectations. Ignoring, on the other hand, that it is actually a game as a service.

On the other hand, it’s not the only thing that Perrette ignores. Warner Bros’ most recent and monumental success has been Hogwarts Legacy, which has sold over 22 million copies, and it doesn’t fit into any of the three types of games they want to focus on in the future. Except that they have also taken it into account. Their problem with Hogwarts Legacy is that it ends in one sitting. It doesn’t generate money beyond the initial sale. They state that it would be interesting to make a game as a service around Hogwarts Legacy “where people can work, build, and play in that world continuously”.

While Perrette claims that she does not expect to see the current investment in video games at any point between 2025 and 2027, it seems that the company’s plans are closer to the Suicide Squad model than to the Hogwarts Legacy model. A questionable move, but it will be interesting to see how it turns out in the long run.

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James Gunn disappoints fans with his response to the rumors about the DCU

James Gunn was recently asked about the veracity of a poster from the San Diego Comic-Con 2024 with a schedule…

We all want the DC Cinematic Universe (DCU) to move forward and announce great and good movies. And while they are working on it at Warner Bros., owner of the DC rights, not all the rumors circulating are true.

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Regarding the presence of the DC Universe at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, James Gunn shares a disappointing update with the audience. At least for those who believe everything they read on social media.

After addressing numerous DC Universe rumors to date, James Gunn was recently asked about the veracity of a 2024 San Diego Comic-Con poster featuring a schedule for DC Studios on Threads, the Meta social network.

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Presented by Fahim Mia, the panel showcased a series of projects such as Superman: Legacy, Waller, the movie The Batman – Part II, and other DC Studios projects for a presentation in Hall H. Gunn stated, “It’s not. It’s completely made up,” when asked if it was true or not.

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You already know that Warner Bros. plans to make a total reinvention of the DC universe after the company’s recent failures to relaunch a genre of movies that only crash at the box office. James Gunn seems like the perfect man to make this happen.

Xbox has created the first edible controller in history, and no, we are not kidding

Xbox has created the first edible controller in history, and although it may sound like a joke, it is not: it is a collaboration with Warner Bros.

If there’s one thing to acknowledge about Microsoft, it’s their effort to ensure that each person can have the perfect controller for them. Offering a variety of colors, shapes, and adaptability options, it was one of the first companies to pay special attention to creating all kinds of controllers. This dedication has led to one of their latest ideas seeming somewhat extravagant, even if it looks delicious.

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Xbox has announced a new version of its controller, this time produced to celebrate an upcoming Warner Bros. movie. That movie is none other than “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” the classic by Roald Dahl, which gives us a clue about what this controller is made of. Not metal. Not aluminum. Not plastic. But chocolate.

This “Xbox of Chocolates,” as Xbox itself has named it, is a controller made entirely of chocolate. This means you can either eat it or display it on the shelf to admire until it melts, but you can’t actually play with it. And since it’s a promotion with Warner Bros. to promote “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” the controller comes wrapped in a beautiful golden package—a reference to the golden tickets needed to enter Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory.

If you want to get your hands on this Xbox of Chocolates, we’re afraid you’ll have to meet a few conditions. You’ll need to be over 18 years old and live in the United States. But if you meet those two conditions, all you have to do is retweet the tweet announcing the contest between November 13th and December 14th.

Moreover, the winner won’t just receive the controller. They’ll also get five other Xbox-themed chocolate truffles: Achievement Hunting, Button Masher, Your Citrus Sidekick, Xtra Kick, and Wonka for the Win. And that’s not all—every participant will also enter a drawing to win a replica of the Xbox Series X, which we understand is also entirely made of chocolate. So, if you’re lucky enough to be reading this from the US, don’t hesitate and treat yourself to some sweet indulgence courtesy of Xbox.

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The legendary manga Hokuto no Ken, Fist of the North Star, is going to have a new anime adaptation

The Fist of the North Star returns in anime form to celebrate its fortieth anniversary, with new details coming in the near future

Many legendary manga were published long before we in the West had a clear idea of what manga was all about. That’s why it’s normal for us to have significant gaps in our knowledge of the medium. Even if they are popular in certain countries or known among enthusiasts, many classics are not as famous here as they are in their native Japan. And it’s a shame because it means we miss out on genuine masterpieces.

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Among those masterpieces is Fist of the North Star. Known as Hokuto no Ken in Japan, it was created by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara in 1983, and although it concluded in 1988, spin-offs are still regularly published even today. Some of them have been published in our country as well.

This manga has a very simple yet powerful premise. In a post-apocalyptic future, a man named Kenshiro roams the post-nuclear wasteland in search of the woman he loves. Along the way, he helps innocent people, confronts terrible villains, and clashes with other martial artists seeking to defeat him to prove their worth. All of this with the intensity that the premise conveys, but with much less testosterone and a lot more emotions than one might expect from an 80s work.

Bringing up Fist of the North Star is because it’s receiving a new anime adaptation. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the most popular manga by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara will have an anime adaptation to introduce it to a new generation.

Unfortunately, we still don’t know the studio or the individuals involved in this adaptation. All we know is that it exists, and Warner Bros. Japan will share the details at some point in the future. It’s an opportunity to revisit Fist of the North Star once again.

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Warner Bros Confirms Batman: Arkham Trilogy Release Date For Nintendo Switch

Batman: Arkham Trilogy already has a publication date, so that all fans of the franchise can enjoy it on their Switches before the end of the year

Superheroes never go out of style. Even if they may seem a bit down on their luck now, that doesn’t mean they aren’t still much beloved and don’t have a dedicated audience behind them. Among the most cherished is, of course, Batman. Alongside Spider-Man, he has the distinguished honor of being one of the two superheroes who not only boasts the greatest number of video games throughout history but also the highest quality ones. This leads us to suspect that being associated with a totemic animal might grant you powers beyond fiction as well.

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Recently, it was announced that the Batman: Arkham Trilogy would be released for the Nintendo Switch. This compilation includes all three Batman: Arkham games—Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman: Arkham City, and Batman: Arkham Knight—available to play natively on the Switch. With all the DLC included, it was good news all around. But the most important piece of information was missing: the release date. And now we know.

Batman: Arkham Trilogy is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch on October 13th, both in digital format via the Nintendo eShop and in physical format. However, please note that the cartridge will only include the first game, Batman: Arkham Asylum, and to play the rest, you will need to download them as well.

This compilation is a golden opportunity to once again enjoy this fantastic trilogy of games or to experience it for the first time. Because Batman never gets old. And somehow, neither do the Arkham games.

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King Kong Returns: Exciting News for Fans Who Missed the Iconic Giant Gorilla

King Kong is back, not with a new movie, but with a new adventure-style video game that should arrive sometime this year.

King Kong is a beloved character with a rich history, having battled both Godzilla and other giant creatures, as well as the smaller beings known as “humans,” who are no less terrifying and exciting. That’s why when Amazon leaked and later confirmed the development of a game featuring our favorite ape, we couldn’t contain our excitement. After all, who doesn’t love a good giant simian from the 20th century?

Skull Island: Rise of Kong, the game is based on the film franchise by Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. With a trailer showcasing the game in action, it has been developed by GameMill Entertainment, known for titles like Avatar: The Last Airbender – Quest for Balance and Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl.

What is the game about? It’s what we expect, but with an unexpected emotional twist. Players take control of Kong, engaging in epic battles with other giant monsters on Skull Island. However, there’s a compelling reason behind Kong’s fists: seeking vengeance for the death of his parents at the hands of a creature named Gaw. With various biomes to traverse in the quest to find our nemesis, players will explore jungles, swamps, and caves, encountering other wild beasts that require the giant ape’s famous fiction to be controlled in battle.

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Skull Island: Rise of Kong is set to be released in the fall of 2023, although a specific date has not been announced yet. The game will be available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and Steam. While we await its arrival, we can already enjoy its trailer, with its pulp tone and beat ’em up style, hinting at an adventurous game that, while it may not be the next GOTY, promises to be incredibly fun and enjoyable.

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Anime Spectacular: Brace Yourself for the Mind-Bending Debut of This Iconic Superhero Team’s Animated Series

Warner Bros is still trying to find the superhero key, now teaming up with Wit to make the anime of a famous group of superheroes.

Warner Bros. still hasn’t managed to make superhero movies outside Batman and Superman work for them. No matter how hard they try, they still can’t find the alchemic formula that Disney found with the MCU, and at this point, even Disney seems to have lost that magic touch. That doesn’t stop them from continuing to try and, starting from the characters that have managed to succeed within their more modest canons, they are looking for a way to break the mold. For example, by making an anime of The Suicide Squad.

At the recent Anime Expo 2023, which was held last weekend in Los Angeles, Warner Bros. Japan and Wit Studio, the animation studio behind the popular Spy x Family series, announced an anime series called Suicide Squad Isekai. While they haven’t given a release date or synopsis, they did show a brief trailer that, along with its title, explains everything we need to know. What is an isekai.

It is possible that at this point you are wondering what an isekai is. And it is normal. In Japan, the isekai genre is one in which a person, upon death, is transported to a world different from their own. This has usually been translated as a person from our world who ends up immersed in a fantasy world, but that has been changing little by little to end up imagining all kinds of scenarios. From people from fantasy worlds who end up in our world or other fantasy worlds, people who end up reincarnated as animals, monsters or things, or any other combination of concepts you can imagine. In this case, it seems, the approach is more classic and the Suicide Squad end up in a fantasy world, as implied in the trailer, where we see the Joker and Harlequinn facing dragons and a group of pig men with bloody spears.

While it’s only forty-eight seconds of trailer, this is enough to pique our curiosity. The last thing we imagined was a Suicide Squad isekai. How they will approach it is a mystery, but what is clear is that we can expect a lot of fantasy and a lot of craziness from this. Exactly what we want from an isekai.

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