American Born Chinese” Trailer Features Reunion of Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan
American Born Chinese is a popular graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang that was released in 2006 and has since become a best-seller and multiple award winner. A live-action television series adaptation has been in development for Disney+ and now, the first trailer for the series has been released.
The TV adaptation of American Born Chinese has been adapted by Kelvin Yu, who also worked on Shang-Chi. The series stars Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan, who recently won Academy Awards. The story is about two young men, Jin Wang (Ben Wang) and Wei-Chen (Jim Liu), who find themselves caught between two worlds both literally and figuratively. Wang feels like he doesn’t belong in his mainly Caucasian suburban area, and Wei-Chen struggles with his desire to be normal, despite being a would-be god’s son.
The series was ordered by Disney in 2021 and will be produced by 20th Television. Kelvin Yu and Charles Yu will serve as writers and executive producers for the show.
In addition to Quan and Yeoh, the series also stars Daniel Wu, Stephanie Hsu, Chin Han, Hong Huifang, Poppy Liu, Lisa Lu, James Hong, and Jimmy O. Yang. The show is set to debut on Disney+ on May 24th, and fans are eagerly awaiting its arrival.
Final Fantasy 14 offers Mary Poppins transformation with $24 mount purchase
Everything is possible, even the impossible. ☂️✨
— FINAL FANTASY XIV (@FF_XIV_EN) April 21, 2023
Take to the skies with the magicked parasol and umbrella mounts, now available on the #FFXIV Online Store! 🌤️ https://t.co/s5277tMfYX pic.twitter.com/NdMWtmJ6og
Final Fantasy XIV Online players have a chance to soar through the skies in style with the newly released “Magical Parasol” mount, now available for purchase in the game’s store. For a price of $24, players can ride on an enchanted umbrella that turns them into Mary Poppins. The parasol is designed with a magical spell to grant flight, allowing players to float across the skies while leaving beautiful blue blossoms in their wake. It’s available in a striking color scheme, too, which will make it hard for players to resist purchasing.
While the promotion doesn’t confirm any direct association with Mary Poppins or Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, the similarities between the mount and the magical British nanny’s iconic umbrella are striking. Square Enix does not mention any connection to Disney, but that may be due to the entertainment company’s strict legal policies. The enchanting design is a part of Eorzean lore, with the story revealing that a notable Sharlayan scholar cast a spell on a pitch-black umbrella to give it the gift of flight. With the upcoming major patch for Final Fantasy XIV in May and the release of Final Fantasy XVI on June 22 for PS5, fans of the franchise have much to look forward to.
The deep dive into Final Fantasy XVI revealed in a dedicated State of Play presentation focused on the game’s combat, story, and massive Eikon fights. The latest installment promises to deliver a thrilling adventure for fans of the franchise. While the magical Mary Poppins mount might be costly, it is sure to turn heads and add a touch of whimsy to players’ in-game travels.
Elon Musk Funds Twitter Blue Verification for Select Celebrities
My Twitter account says I’ve subscribed to Twitter Blue. I haven’t.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) April 20, 2023
My Twitter account says I’ve given a phone number. I haven’t.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed that he is personally paying for some celebrities to have Twitter Blue subscriptions after the social media platform removed all legacy verified checkmarks on April 20. Anyone who had previously received a blue checkmark for being notable in the public eye would no longer have a special designation on the platform unless they opted to subscribe to Twitter Blue for $8 per month. However, some high-profile celebrities, including NBA star LeBron James, award-winning actor William Shatner, and legendary author Stephen King, managed to retain their prized blue checkmarks without subscribing to Twitter Blue.
Musk confirmed on Twitter that he is “paying for a few personally” and told King “You’re welcome namaste” after the author refuted Twitter’s claim that he had subscribed and verified his phone number. While a few celebrities have been able to keep their blue checkmarks without subscribing to Twitter Blue, the majority of legacy checkmarks have been removed, making it easier for people to impersonate notable public figures. This has led to Twitter suspending all accounts engaging in this behavior and temporarily suspending the Twitter Blue program in the past.
Scalpers Rejoice as Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters Sell Out Instantly
The highly anticipated Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters are finally here for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 as of April 19. However, fans were disappointed to find out that physical copies of the collection sold out immediately on Square Enix’s website and are currently out of stock. This unfortunate situation has opened up an opportunity for scalpers who are selling the remastered games for inflated prices on eBay.
Square Enix Store now says Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster is 'no longer available"
— Wario64 (@Wario64) April 19, 2023
Asia/English Switch copies still available to order:
PNP Games (~$83 US Dollars) https://t.co/E4mBpBMkeX
Play-Asia $75.99 w/ code WARIO https://t.co/GQLMWmZsEP #ad pic.twitter.com/hSjZZNk0SZ
Although the Pixel Remasters were previously available on Steam, the console ports come with new features and improvements, such as a new font that offers a better in-game text display on PC. The physical versions are highly sought after by collectors, with the standard edition featuring Final Fantasy I, II, III, IV, V, and VI, while the Anniversary edition includes vinyl soundtracks, artbooks, figures, and more for $250. Even though pre-orders were open since last December, the release date for the PS4 and Switch versions was only announced earlier this month, and by launch day, the Standard edition was already sold out on Square Enix’s website. The Anniversary editions are currently waitlisted, with new orders only becoming available if existing ones are canceled.
Quick Recap Of Nintendo Indie World Showcase April 2023
Nintendo has recently concluded its Indie World Showcase event, which followed a similar format to the company’s popular Nintendo Direct. The showcase included several announcements and trailers for upcoming indie games, including some titles that have experienced delays. One of the most exciting reveals was the first look at Blasphemous 2, a highly anticipated sequel to the popular indie game. Additionally, Oxenfree II finally received a release date, and there were other exciting announcements as well. The showcase provided a comprehensive list of all the games that were announced, which can be found below.
Long-Awaited Mineko’s Night Market Gets Release Date After 8 Years Of Development
During this showcase, Meowza Games finally revealed the release date for their highly anticipated game, Mineko’s Night Market. The game has been in development for eight long years since it was first announced in 2015, and has been highly anticipated for its stunning watercolor graphics, its focus on Japanese mythology, and of course, its abundance of cats. Players will step into the shoes of Mineko as they explore, craft, make friends with townsfolk, and participate in the local night market where they can sell virtually anything they find. Although the gameplay mechanics may not be entirely unique, the game’s visual design sets it apart from similar titles such as Fantasy Life. Mineko’s Night Market is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on September 26th, and it has also been announced for PC.
My Time at Sandrock to arrive in the summer of 2023
During this showcase, Pathea Games provided an in-depth look at My Time at Sandrock, the highly anticipated follow-up to the popular game My Time at Portia. Drawing inspiration from the Gobi Desert, the game promises to offer players a range of exciting features, including the ability to construct machines, develop their workshop, and customize their living space. In addition to these features, players can also expect plenty of exploration, with the chance to delve into ancient ruins to discover valuable relics and battle dangerous monsters using melee combat. Currently in Early Access on Steam, the game will finally arrive on Nintendo Switch in the summer of 2023.
PlateUp! fuses Overcooked-style gameplay with roguelite elements
PlateUp!, a game published by Yogcast, is set to be released in October 2023 and offers a unique spin on the popular game Overcooked. It combines roguelite mechanics with management simulation, allowing players to create and decorate their own restaurant while also automating some of its functions. Up to four chefs can participate in local or online multiplayer, working together to serve demanding customers over a 15-day period. The game has received high praise on Steam, making it an exciting co-op option for players looking to challenge their cooking skills in a new and creative way.
🧐 Click here to view the whole post……Latest update for Horizon Forbidden West introduces features to assist players with thalassophobia (fear of deep water)
On April 19, Guerrilla Games released Patch 1.21 for the PS5-exclusive game, Horizon Forbidden West. The update introduces support for the Burning Shores expansion, which launched on the same day. Additionally, the update brings in new accessibility features, including a thalassophobia mode. Thalassophobia is the fear of deep bodies of water, such as oceans or large lakes. This mode aims to ease thalassophobia symptoms by improving underwater visibility, making water appear less murky and objects in the distance sharper. Additionally, Aloy, the game’s protagonist, will be able to breathe indefinitely, regardless of story progression.
Apart from the thalassophobia mode, the update also includes other accessibility features, such as increased waypoint and quest icon sizes, a new navigation assist that points towards the current objective or any set waypoints in Focus mode, and an auto camera option that follows the player’s movement. There are also new colorblind options, a HUD vignette that improves HUD visibility, and larger subtitle size options. Lastly, an auto pickup option has been added that automatically collects items without the need to press any buttons.
New gameplay trailer released for Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection
On Wednesday, Atlus provided a new gameplay video to ANN for Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection, which is an HD remastered collection of the first three Etrian Odyssey games. The video showcases the features of the games in the collection. This collection will be released on June 1, for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The release includes touch functionality for the Switch version, new remastered graphics, and new character artwork.
According to Nintendo, this RPG franchise allows players to embark on a journey of discovery, mapping deep dungeons, and building customized parties for exploring and engaging in tactical combat. Players can play as the leader of a guild of adventurers, searching for rare treasures and secrets within the depths of a vast, sprawling labyrinth. They can traverse and draw a map of the environment while encountering enemies large and small in turn-based combat, then return to town to rest, sell materials for better equipment, and manage their party.
Etrian Odyssey Nexus is the most recent game in the Etrian Odyssey dungeon-crawling RPG franchise. The game was shipped in Japan in August 2018, and it is the last game in the series developed for the 3DS platform. The game was shipped in the West in February 2019. Atlus teased a “next stage” for the franchise in 2018.
Ryan Reynolds gives fans a taste of X-Force in Deadpool 3, and promises Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine will be “totally different”
X will live forever! pic.twitter.com/hPSVilqAQe
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) April 18, 2023
Ryan Reynolds has been teasing fans with information about the highly anticipated Deadpool 3 movie. In an interview with ET Canada, Reynolds discussed his excitement about working with Hugh Jackman, who will be reprising his role as Wolverine in the film. Reynolds teased that the version of Wolverine in the movie will be “something completely new to play” and that they have been wanting to work together for a decade. Reynolds explained that he had been persistent in trying to convince Jackman to sign on to the project and that timing was finally right. He also teased that the version of Wolverine in the movie will be different from the character that Jackman previously portrayed.
Reynolds also took to Twitter to hint at the return of X-Force, which were characters introduced in Deadpool 2. The movie is being directed by Shawn Levy, who previously teased the R-rated violence and foulness of the film, and the movie is set to be released on November 8, 2024.
Jackman previously talked about the Wolverine character in the film, describing his return as a “dual role”, and Reynolds teased a plot that would have involved a road trip between Deadpool and Wolverine with a Rashomon-style story before Disney bought Fox. It will be interesting to see how the two characters will interact with each other since Wolverine hates Deadpool. Fans are eagerly anticipating the release of the film to see what Reynolds, Jackman, and the rest of the team have in store for them.