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Tom Hardy is gearing up for another season of playing Eddie Brock, also known as Venom, in the upcoming third installment of the Venom film franchise. In a recent Instagram post, the actor shared a behind-the-scenes video from a previous Venom movie and announced that the third film has entered pre-production. Hardy first played the character in the original 2018 film, where he faced off against the Riot symbiote and its host, Carlton Drake. In addition to playing Eddie Brock, Hardy also voiced the Venom symbiote, creating a hilarious dynamic between the two characters. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the return of Venom ever since the release of Venom: Let There Be Carnage in the fall of 2021. The character was also seen in the post-credits scene for Spider-Man: No Way Home, leaving a small piece of the Venom symbiote in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While it’s unclear if he will appear in future MCU films, the fact that the third Venom film is entering pre-production suggests that Sony still has more stories to tell about the character. Sony has been expanding their Spider-Man Universe with upcoming projects like Kraven the Hunter, which stars Aaron Taylor Johnson as the titular character. In the comics, Kraven is the world’s best hunter and becomes obsessed with hunting Spider-Man after believing him to be the world’s most dangerous predator. It’s unknown if Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will appear in Kraven’s origin story. With the third Venom film entering pre-production, it’s possible that filming could begin later this year. Fans will have to wait and see what adventures Eddie Brock and the Venom symbiote will embark on next, but one thing’s for sure: Tom Hardy is ready for another season of playing this iconic character.

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Hasbro has unveiled a new Marvel Legends figure for Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which features the character with a pair of wooden wings. It’s unknown how the wings will play into the upcoming movie’s storyline, which follows the team on a mission to save Rocket. Amazon Games’ New World is preparing to make a big change. The popular MMORPG is moving to a seasonal model and introducing a free and premium Season Pass to enhance the gameplay experience.

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Fans of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise were thrilled when Orlando Bloom, who played the role of Will Turner in the first three films, recently expressed his interest in returning for the sixth film of the swashbuckling adventure franchise. During a recent interview with Parade, Bloom shared his thoughts on potentially revisiting the character of Will Turner, saying, “I wouldn’t mind seeing what Will looked like today in some ways, because he was such this earnest guy, but after rumbling around the bottom of the ocean for as long as he would have done at this point, it’d be interesting to see how he surfaces and what he’s like.” Bloom first portrayed the character in the franchise’s first film, “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” in 2003. The character was initially depicted in the film as a blacksmith’s apprentice working in Port Royal, Jamaica, who embarks on a life-changing adventure with Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, after the love of his life, Elizabeth Swann, played by Keira Knightley, is kidnapped by pirates. Bloom returned as Will Turner in the franchise’s second and third films, “Dead Man’s Chest” and “At World’s End,” respectively. In these films, Will replaces Davy Jones as the immortal captain of the Flying Dutchman. This plot point was revisited in the franchise’s fifth film, “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” in which Will and Elizabeth’s son, Henry, played by Brenton Thwaites, seeks the Trident of Poseidon to destroy it and break all curses imposed by the sea, including the one that binds his father to the Dutchman. Bloom also made a brief cameo in the franchise’s fifth film, including the film’s post-credits scene, which teased a potential sixth film involving the return of Davy Jones. Should Disney move forward with “Pirates of the Caribbean 6,” which has been in various stages of development since 2011, it could be a family affair with Brenton Thwaites also expressing interest in returning for a sixth film or spinoff. “Pirates of the Caribbean” remains one of Disney’s most successful film franchises, with all installments grossing over $650 million worldwide. It was also the first franchise to have two films, “Dead Man’s Chest” and “On Stranger Tides,” gross over $1 billion at the worldwide box office. The franchise even crossed over with the open-world video game “Sea of Thieves” in 2021 with a free expansion that included a new original story featuring Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones. The original 1967 theme park from which the films are derived continues to operate at Disneyland. As fans eagerly await the return of the beloved “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, the potential return of Orlando Bloom as Will Turner has only added to the excitement surrounding the upcoming sixth film.

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Firaxis Games has announced the development of a new Civilization game, which may be called Civilization VII. The upcoming game will be the first new mainline entry in the series since Civilization VI was released in 2016. Heather Hazen, the incoming studio head at Firaxis, said in a press release, “I’m thrilled to have this opportunity to carry on the studio’s storied legacy, beginning with the announcement that Firaxis is in development on the next iteration of the legendary Civilization franchise. I’m lucky to be working with some of the best developers in our industry, and we have plans to take the Civilization franchise to exciting new heights for our millions of players around the world.” Although the game’s release date is unclear, it is exciting news for fans of the series. Civilization games are turn-based strategy games where players lead a civilization from the Stone Age to the Modern Era, developing technologies, exploring the world, and engaging in diplomacy and warfare with other civilizations. Firaxis has a reputation for releasing high-quality strategy games, and the Civilization series is one of its most successful franchises. The games have sold over 50 million copies worldwide, and Civilization VI has received numerous awards and critical acclaim. While Ed Beach will continue to serve as creative director on the new Civilization, the company has also announced some key staffing changes. Longtime studio head Steve Martin and creative director Jake Solomon are leaving the company. It is unclear what impact this will have on the development of the game. It will be interesting to see what new features and improvements the new Civilization game will bring to the series. Civilization VI introduced new mechanics like unstacked cities, districts, and an updated research tree. The game was also praised for its graphics, music, and modding support. It’s unclear what the new game will be called, what new features it will introduce, and when it will be released. However, the news that a new Civilization game is in development is exciting for fans of the series. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of the franchise that a new game is still highly anticipated even six years after the release of the last mainline entry. Source: The Verge

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Microsoft has signed a 10-year contract to bring Xbox games to Nintendo consoles, which includes offering the game Call of Duty on the same day as Xbox and PlayStation with full feature and content parity. The move may be aimed at addressing antitrust concerns about Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft has also announced it will bring Xbox games and Call of Duty to Nvidia’s GeForce Now streaming service. The deals come as Microsoft’s $68.7bn acquisition of Activision Blizzard faces opposition from regulators. The Federal Trade Commission filed suit in January to halt the deal, while the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has come out strongly against it, citing concerns about competition and quality parity across systems.

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The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe movie, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, is finally out in theaters worldwide. The movie gives us a glimpse of what's to come in the MCU, introducing Kang the Conqueror as the primary villain for Phases 5 and 6. As we gear up for Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars, there's a rumor going around that Tom Holland's Spider-Man will lead the team in Avengers 5 and that Spider-Man 4 may premiere before Avengers 6. Although we've been waiting for Sony and Marvel to announce Spider-Man 4, it's no surprise that they plan to continue using the popular superhero. However, the events of No Way Home erased much of the character's history, leaving him isolated and without access to Stark tech. Meanwhile, the Avengers are no longer a group, and Spider-Man's friends don't recognize him, but they remember fighting alongside him. According to an insider, Spider-Man is likely to be part of Captain America's new Avengers team in New World Order, set to fight against Kang in Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars. The insider also claims that Holland has signed his contract and will lead the team in Kang Dynasty, but it's unlikely that he will be the only superhero in charge. While Avengers: The Kang Dynasty is set to premiere in May 2025, and Secret Wars a year later, Marvel may still have plenty of time to squeeze in more movies between them as they haven't announced many Phase 6 titles yet.

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Universal Pictures is developing a live-action adaptation of DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon” trilogy with a March 14, 2025, release date. Dean DeBlois, the filmmaker behind the original animated trilogy, will be writing, directing, and producing the film. The movie will feature the friendship between a young Viking boy and a dragon he nurses back to health. This story revolves around the quest to combat humanity’s prejudice against dragons, first love, and the ache of overcoming the loss of a parent. The original trilogy was well received by the audience, earning more than $1.6 billion at the box office. DeBlois is making his live-action debut with the feature, and veteran movie and theater producer Marc Platt will produce the film. Platt will be working with Adam Siegel, the president of Marc Platt Productions. One of the creative challenges facing the filmmakers is making the dragons both appealing and realistic. The budget for the film has been worked out by the studio, and the casting process is already underway.

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Blizzard, the renowned video game developer, has announced that it will be holding two playable open beta tests for the highly anticipated game Diablo 4. The beta tests will be held in March, and gamers around the world will have the opportunity to play the game on all platforms. The first beta weekend, scheduled for March 17-19, will be available exclusively to players who have pre-ordered Diablo 4. This early access will allow players to explore the game’s prologue and first act, as well as the opening zone, Fractured Peaks, and level their characters up to level 25. They will also be able to take on side quests and dungeons beyond the story of Act 1. The second beta weekend, scheduled for March 24-26, will be available to all players. Similar to the first beta weekend, players will be able to play the game’s prologue and first act, level their characters up to level 25, and take on side quests and dungeons. It’s worth noting that progress made during the beta will carry over from weekend to weekend during the beta, but not to the full game. So, while players won’t be able to continue from where they left off in the beta, they will still be able to get a good sense of the game’s mechanics and get a feel for the gameplay. To participate in the beta, players will need a Battle.net account to redeem their beta code. The beta will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. In conclusion, the Diablo 4 open beta tests offer players an early hands-on experience with the game before its official release. Gamers can explore the game’s opening zone, level up their characters, and take on side quests and dungeons. If you’re a fan of the Diablo franchise, or just a gamer looking for a new game to play, be sure to mark your calendars for the beta weekends in March. Source: Polygon

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