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Another Villain Added to The Amazing Spider-Man 2; Paul Giamatti to Play Rhino
The latest casting news for the sequel to The Amazing Spider-Man has Paul Giamatti signing on to play Rhino. The character debuted in the comics in the 60's and is known for his indestructible nature with increased power and speed following an experiment. Giamatti joins Jamie Foxx (Electro) as the primary villains for the film. Dane DeHaan however could be yet another as Harry Osborn - potentially later becoming the Green Goblin. That suggests there is a possible build-up in place to a "S...
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Franchise Mode Leads Way as MLB 13: The Show’s Most Anticipated Area of Improvement
With the depth of content offered in the MLB: The Show series, which naturally spreads out attention depending on individual interests, it can be difficult to get a grasp on the particular elements that are leading to the most consumer excitement. The poll posted last week has provided some clarity in that regard for MLB 13: The Show. (more…)...
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Star Wars 3D Re-Releases Canceled as Focus Shifts to Episode VII
Originally planned for release in September (Episode II: Attack of the Clones) and October (Episode III: Revenge of the Sith) the 3D conversions of Star Wars will no longer be hitting theaters. Disney announced today that they've been scrapped as all of the investment going forward will be put towards Episode VII. Just late last week it was revealed that J.J. Abrams will be directing. Last February LucasFilm re-released Episode I: The Phanton Menace in 3D. It went on to make $43 million d...
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NFL Quarterback 13 Impressions
Just over a year after releasing NFL Flick Quarterback a follow-up has arrived. NFL Quarterback 13 is from Full Fat which has developed the line of "Flick" games which also includes NFL Kicker, Golf, Rugby, and Soccer. NFL QB 13 touts the addition of multiple receivers, skill boosts, player upgrades, enhanced weather effects, stadium upgrades, and integration of an economy featuring both credits and tokens. (more…)...
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The Line Drive for January 27
The Line Drive is a weekly collection of news, links, deal alerts, and updates that didn’t necessarily warrant their own postings. •Get an Xbox Live 12 month subscription for $35 (physical card) or $40 (instant code). •FIFA 13, Madden 13, and NBA 2K13 all made the top 20 played games on XBL in 2012. •A new roster update for NHL 13 has arrived and also includes AHL and DEL transactions. •The new NHL 13 roster update does not apply for starting GM Connected car...
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DVD/Blu-ray for Week of January 29
Seven Psychopaths Marty (Farrell) is a struggling writer who dreams of finishing his screenplay, "Seven Psychopaths". Billy (Rockwell) is Marty's best friend, an unemployed actor and part time dog thief, who wants to help Marty by any means necessary. All he needs is a little focus and inspiration. Hans (Walken) is Billy's partner in crime. A religious man with a violent past. Charlie (Harrelson) is the psychopathetic gangster whose beloved dog, Billy and Hans have just stolen. Charlie's un...
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Press Row Podcast: Episode 11
After having been invited as a guest on the last edition of the Press Row Podcast it now appears I'll be a regular on the bi-weekly show going forward. Episode 11 of the podcast has just gone live and features myself, Richard Grisham of GamesRadar, Samit Sarkar of Polygon, Owen Good of Kotaku, and Mike Suszek of Joystiq. Topics covered in this episode include the news of the WWE license going to Take Two/2K Sports, another look forward towards MLB 13: The Show, responses to a few...
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Four Schools Breaking Away Early in Vote for NCAA Football 14 Cover Representation
Though there is ample time to go in the voting round of eight programs for the NCAA Football 14 cover here is an update on the current standings. Michigan is leading the way with 22,044 votes and Alabama is close behind having totaled 20,343. Texas A&M is sitting comfortably at 12,623 while Oregon remains somewhat vulnerable with 8,111 votes. As things stand right now they would all be moving on to the final four. (more…)...
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