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The mastermind behind *Metal Gear Solid* and *Death Stranding* praised the film's fresh, emotionally resonant take on a lonely Peter Parker, while acknowledging the immense …
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Legendary game creator Hideo Kojima has weighed in on the biggest pop culture event of the year, sharing a glowing review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The mastermind behind Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding praised the film’s fresh, emotionally resonant take on a lonely Peter Parker, while acknowledging the immense difficulty of striking a balance between a filmmaker’s creative vision and blockbuster audience expectations.
News & Reviews
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Nears Historic Box Office Record · IGN Tom Holland’s highly anticipated MCU return is an absolute juggernaut, raking in an estimated $927 million globally during its opening weekend. This impressive haul gives it the second-largest box office debut in cinematic history, trailing just a couple of million dollars behind Avengers: Endgame domestically, and firmly sets up 2026 to be a colossal year for Marvel.
Tom Holland Teases Live-Action Miles Morales MCU Debut · IGN While the development status of a potential Spider-Man 5 remains “unclear” for now, star Tom Holland confidently teased that he knows when fan-favorite character Miles Morales will finally cross over into the live-action MCU. Marvel boss Kevin Feige recently hinted that Morales likely wouldn’t appear on screen until after Sony concludes its animated Spider-Verse saga, meaning the wheels are actively turning behind the scenes.
The MCU Still Doesn’t Know What to Do With the Hulk · IGN Despite delivering an incredibly fun and brutal action sequence, the Hulk’s supporting appearance in Spider-Man: Brand New Day once again ignores established character continuity. Bruce Banner’s sudden, unexplained reversion to his Savage Hulk persona highlights a frustrating narrative mess caused largely by Universal Pictures’ long-standing refusal to partner with Marvel on standalone Hulk films.
Wicked Star Ariana Grande Steps Back From Public Eye · IGN Following intense, ongoing public scrutiny regarding her health and appearance, Wicked star Ariana Grande announced she is taking a “step back from visibility” after completing her Eternal Sunshine tour. The superstar has consequently exited the upcoming West End musical Sunday in the Park with George, though she is still slated to appear in future film projects like Focker-in-Law and an animated Dr. Seuss adaptation.
Free Games & Deals
If you’re hunting for fantastic weekend pickups, Amazon is offering Death Stranding 2: On The Beach for just $39.88, which is an absolute steal for over 100 hours of Hideo Kojima’s latest visionary experience. PlayStation 5 owners can also snag Housemarque’s superb, highly challenging sci-fi bullet-hell exclusive, Saros, at its lowest price yet of $49.99. Additionally, Capcom fans should grab the physical PS5 copy of Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, heavily discounted to $29.99 for a limited time.
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