Since 1913, the all-female Takarazuka Revue has put on original plays, adaptations and musical revues with their own unique style of beautiful spectacle. Next year, the Castlevania video game series will get the 'zuka treatment with a brand-new stage adaptation. Titled Castlevania -Awakening Under the Moonlight- ( Akumajo Dracula -Gekka no Kakusei- ), the stage adaptation tells a brand new story set in the universe of the hit game series. The Revue's Flower Troupe, currently led by Sea Towaki and Misaki Hoshizora, will perform the show. Kei Suzuki, who staged the Revue's adaptations of Ace Attorney and The Rose of Versailles , will write and direct. Related: Castlevania: Nocturne Season 2 Continues Richter's Journey in January 2025 Castlevania -Awakening Under the Moonlight- premieres June 7 at the Takarazuka Grand Theater in Hyogo Prefecture, where it will run until July 20. It will then run at the Tokyo Takarazuka Grand Theater from August 16 to September 28. Source: Official Takarazuka...
- 10/30/2024
- by Kara Dennison
- Crunchyroll
Konami and Stunlock Studios have announced more content for the Legacy of Castlevania Dlc for V Rising. Originally launched back in March, this free update for Legacy of Castlevania adds new outfits and decorations for your castle. The update coincides with Steam’s Castlevania Fair, which is on now until October 26 featuring an exclusive game bundle that includes the Castlevania Dominus Collection, V Rising and the Legacy of Castlevania Dlc at a 10% discount.
The update for the Legacy of Castlevania Dlc includes new content inspired by iconic characters Shanoa and Soma Cruz, allowing players to channel their dark power in style with cosmetic sets and new castle customization options.
Here’s the breakdown of the update for V Rising: Legacy of Castlevania:
Shanoa Outfit: Step into the elegant, battle-ready attire of Shanoa, the powerful warrior from Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia. Adorn yourself in her iconic black-and-blue gothic dress, featuring flowing dark fabrics,...
The update for the Legacy of Castlevania Dlc includes new content inspired by iconic characters Shanoa and Soma Cruz, allowing players to channel their dark power in style with cosmetic sets and new castle customization options.
Here’s the breakdown of the update for V Rising: Legacy of Castlevania:
Shanoa Outfit: Step into the elegant, battle-ready attire of Shanoa, the powerful warrior from Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia. Adorn yourself in her iconic black-and-blue gothic dress, featuring flowing dark fabrics,...
- 10/22/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
It had to happen sooner or later, but Konami and Poncle have finally teamed up to bring Castlevania to Vampire Survivors with the new Ode to Castlevania Dlc on October 31. Castlevania joins Contra as the second Konami collaboration for Vampire Survivors.
“Vampire Survivors would have been a very different game hadn’t it been influenced by Castlevania in the first place, so this is straight up the definition of a dream coming true,” says Poncle in the announcement on the Vampire Survivors Steam page. Ode to Castlevania is not a standard Dlc pack, according to the developer. Rather, it’s a celebration of Castlevania, and a “full-circle moment” for Vampire Survivors.
So, what do you get? Over 20 new characters, including the Belmonts, the Belnades, and other heroes spread across the Castlevania series. Along with those new characters, you’ll also get 40 new weapons inspired by the classic series, including whips...
“Vampire Survivors would have been a very different game hadn’t it been influenced by Castlevania in the first place, so this is straight up the definition of a dream coming true,” says Poncle in the announcement on the Vampire Survivors Steam page. Ode to Castlevania is not a standard Dlc pack, according to the developer. Rather, it’s a celebration of Castlevania, and a “full-circle moment” for Vampire Survivors.
So, what do you get? Over 20 new characters, including the Belmonts, the Belnades, and other heroes spread across the Castlevania series. Along with those new characters, you’ll also get 40 new weapons inspired by the classic series, including whips...
- 10/21/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Plot: Following the events of the Survivor series, Lara Croft has abandoned her friends to embark on increasingly more perilous solo adventures. But she must return home when a dangerous and powerful Chinese artifact is stolen from Croft Manor by a thief with an uncanny personal connection. Her daring pursuit will take her on an adventure around the world and to the depths of forgotten tombs, where she will be forced to confront her true self, and decide just what kind of hero she wants to become.
Review: The Tomb Raider franchise has always been stronger as a video game than it has been in live-action. The two Angelina Jolie-led feature films and the Alicia Vikander-led reboot were met with lukewarm reception. While the reboot hewed closer to the grittier tone of the more recent video games, none of the adaptations have captured the energy of Lara Croft...
Review: The Tomb Raider franchise has always been stronger as a video game than it has been in live-action. The two Angelina Jolie-led feature films and the Alicia Vikander-led reboot were met with lukewarm reception. While the reboot hewed closer to the grittier tone of the more recent video games, none of the adaptations have captured the energy of Lara Croft...
- 10/14/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Netflix’s animated Tomb Raider series captures the essence of the popular gaming franchise and delivers an action-packed adventure that’s ripe with mysticism and monsters.
Netflix has made a big splash as a streaming service that caused major waves in the television and film industry. One area in which Netflix particularly excels is that they’ve become the number one home for animated video game adaptations. Netflix has developed a diverse roster of series between Castlevania, Onimusha, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Tekken: Bloodline, The Cuphead Show, and even more ambitious offerings like Arcane and Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix. An animated Tomb Raider series makes perfect sense for the streamer, but it’d also be very easy for Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft to get lost in the shuffle.
Netflix’s latest video game adaptation may not be the strongest of the lot, but it’s still an...
Netflix has made a big splash as a streaming service that caused major waves in the television and film industry. One area in which Netflix particularly excels is that they’ve become the number one home for animated video game adaptations. Netflix has developed a diverse roster of series between Castlevania, Onimusha, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Tekken: Bloodline, The Cuphead Show, and even more ambitious offerings like Arcane and Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix. An animated Tomb Raider series makes perfect sense for the streamer, but it’d also be very easy for Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft to get lost in the shuffle.
Netflix’s latest video game adaptation may not be the strongest of the lot, but it’s still an...
- 10/10/2024
- by Daniel Kurland
- bloody-disgusting.com
Streaming on: Netflix
Episodes viewed: 8 of 8
Ever since debuting as a blocky adventure video game back in 1996, the Tomb Raider series has shown remarkable sticking power. Lara Croft has appeared in over 20 games, three live-action films (with another reboot planned), comics, novels, and now this new anime-inspired animated series. Set between the recent game reboot trilogy and the original ’90s series, The Legend Of Lara Croft looks to find the balance of the character, landing somewhere between the brutally violent recent games and the less serious adventurer from the earlier entries. The result is a different but not entirely successful take on one of gaming’s most enduring icons.
It hits the ground running in Episode 1, making a case for its animated medium with the kind of high-flying action sequences that would not have been possible with Lara, live-action edition. The show does a decent-enough job of capturing Lara’s signature gymnastics,...
Episodes viewed: 8 of 8
Ever since debuting as a blocky adventure video game back in 1996, the Tomb Raider series has shown remarkable sticking power. Lara Croft has appeared in over 20 games, three live-action films (with another reboot planned), comics, novels, and now this new anime-inspired animated series. Set between the recent game reboot trilogy and the original ’90s series, The Legend Of Lara Croft looks to find the balance of the character, landing somewhere between the brutally violent recent games and the less serious adventurer from the earlier entries. The result is a different but not entirely successful take on one of gaming’s most enduring icons.
It hits the ground running in Episode 1, making a case for its animated medium with the kind of high-flying action sequences that would not have been possible with Lara, live-action edition. The show does a decent-enough job of capturing Lara’s signature gymnastics,...
- 10/10/2024
- by David Opie
- Empire - TV
I will admit that I’m not super familiar with Tomb Raider as a franchise. I know of it, obviously. Lara Croft’s iconography and historical significance in the gaming space is inescapable at this point. And it’s something I always meant to get around to given that, even without the added context, “Female Indiana Jones In The Modern Day” is an extremely strong hook.
But for one reason or another, I just never got around to playing any of the games or experiencing any of the previous adaptations. And as such, though the casting of Agent Carter herself, Hayley Atwell, in the lead role caught my eye, I was concerned about how Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft would play to a newcomer such as myself.
Related “I’ll do anything you want”: Angelina Jolie Agreed to Do One Thing Daily for the Filmmaker Just to Keep Being Tomb Raider
Thankfully,...
But for one reason or another, I just never got around to playing any of the games or experiencing any of the previous adaptations. And as such, though the casting of Agent Carter herself, Hayley Atwell, in the lead role caught my eye, I was concerned about how Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft would play to a newcomer such as myself.
Related “I’ll do anything you want”: Angelina Jolie Agreed to Do One Thing Daily for the Filmmaker Just to Keep Being Tomb Raider
Thankfully,...
- 10/10/2024
- by Callie Hanna
- FandomWire
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The Legend of Vox Machina is an adult animated action fantasy comedy-drama series created by Critical Role Productions. Based on the first campaign of the Dungeons & Dragons web series titled Critical Role, the Prime Video series is set in a fantasy world and it follows a group of unlikely heroes known as Vox Machina who are tasked with saving their realm of Exandria from dark magical forces. The Legend of Vox Machina’s voice cast includes Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham. So, if you loved the fantastical world, hilarious comedy, and compelling characters in The Legend of Vox Machina here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Castlevania (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Netflix
Castlevania is an adult animated dark medieval fantasy action-adventure series created by Warren Ellis.
The Legend of Vox Machina is an adult animated action fantasy comedy-drama series created by Critical Role Productions. Based on the first campaign of the Dungeons & Dragons web series titled Critical Role, the Prime Video series is set in a fantasy world and it follows a group of unlikely heroes known as Vox Machina who are tasked with saving their realm of Exandria from dark magical forces. The Legend of Vox Machina’s voice cast includes Laura Bailey, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Matthew Mercer, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, and Travis Willingham. So, if you loved the fantastical world, hilarious comedy, and compelling characters in The Legend of Vox Machina here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Castlevania (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Netflix
Castlevania is an adult animated dark medieval fantasy action-adventure series created by Warren Ellis.
- 10/9/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Grab your turtleneck, because the vampires are descending — onto your nearest screen. Some people might think you can only enjoy bloodsucker-based drama during spooky season. But we’re here to tell you that loving a good vampire movie or TV show is a year-round activity.
Whether you’re spending your days at the beach or picking pumpkins with your loved ones, it’s always a good time to whip yourself up into a fanged frenzy once night falls. And you’ve got options. From gothic dramas like Interview with the Vampireto action flicks like Day Shiftand even animated fantasies à la the Castlevania universe, there’s a vampire tale you’re going to want to sink your teeth into. Keep reading to find out what to watch next to really get your blood pumping.
Whether you’re spending your days at the beach or picking pumpkins with your loved ones, it’s always a good time to whip yourself up into a fanged frenzy once night falls. And you’ve got options. From gothic dramas like Interview with the Vampireto action flicks like Day Shiftand even animated fantasies à la the Castlevania universe, there’s a vampire tale you’re going to want to sink your teeth into. Keep reading to find out what to watch next to really get your blood pumping.
- 10/8/2024
- by Ariana Romero
- Tudum - Netflix
It’s that time of year again. And Behaviour Interactive is bringing Halloween back to Dead by Daylight with the fan-favorite Halloween event Haunted by Daylight, arrival of the new Castlevania-inspired Tome Dominus, and more. On top of that, the beloved 2v8 mode will be getting anew iteration in November, featuring new killers, maps, special abilities, and classes.
First off, Haunted by Daylight Event returns on October 17, running until November 7 for its third year of Dead by Daylight’s Halloween festivities. The Void is back for this latest iteration of the event and set to play a bigger role than ever. This year, not only are there more available portals into the Void Realm, but once opened they can’t be closed. Void Energy must again be collected in order to open these portals, but when inside, it can also be spent to create brand-new role-specific Void Items to...
First off, Haunted by Daylight Event returns on October 17, running until November 7 for its third year of Dead by Daylight’s Halloween festivities. The Void is back for this latest iteration of the event and set to play a bigger role than ever. This year, not only are there more available portals into the Void Realm, but once opened they can’t be closed. Void Energy must again be collected in order to open these portals, but when inside, it can also be spent to create brand-new role-specific Void Items to...
- 10/1/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
After nearly two decades as the voice of Sam Fisher in the Splinter Cell franchise, Michael Ironside has passed the torch. Ironside has revealed why he won’t be reprising the role for Netflix’s upcoming animated adaptation.
The iconic character is now being passed on to another voice. | Image Credit: Ubisoft
After voicing the character for nearly two decades, the role now goes to Liev Schreiber, best known for his roles in Ray Donovan and X-Men Origins: Wolverine. This change has raised eyebrows among long-time fans, but in recent interviews, Ironside has explained his reasons for stepping back, as well as why Schreiber is now the man for the job.
Splinter Cell‘s Most Iconic Character is Getting a New Voice After Ages
The Splinter Cell anime, developed in collaboration between Netflix and Ubisoft, has been in production since 2020. With delays caused by the pandemic and industry strikes, many...
The iconic character is now being passed on to another voice. | Image Credit: Ubisoft
After voicing the character for nearly two decades, the role now goes to Liev Schreiber, best known for his roles in Ray Donovan and X-Men Origins: Wolverine. This change has raised eyebrows among long-time fans, but in recent interviews, Ironside has explained his reasons for stepping back, as well as why Schreiber is now the man for the job.
Splinter Cell‘s Most Iconic Character is Getting a New Voice After Ages
The Splinter Cell anime, developed in collaboration between Netflix and Ubisoft, has been in production since 2020. With delays caused by the pandemic and industry strikes, many...
- 10/1/2024
- by Daniel Royte
- FandomWire
Until a few years ago, any video game adaptation felt like a bad investment for studios, as comic book properties were being adapted left and right, and everybody seemed to be keen on developing their own cinematic universe a la the MCU.
Jack Black in A Minecraft Movie || Legendary Pictures
However, come the success of films like Sonic the Hedgehog and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it has become the case that studios want to take chances with video game properties once more. Even on the small screen, there seems to be a lot of quality that is being put out, with shows like Arcane, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, or even Castlevania. While these shows and films have re-instated gamers’ willingness to trust Hollywood, A Minecraft Movie might just be on its way to hurting gamers once more.
Fans are concerned about the A Minecraft Movie A still from A Minecraft Movie...
Jack Black in A Minecraft Movie || Legendary Pictures
However, come the success of films like Sonic the Hedgehog and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it has become the case that studios want to take chances with video game properties once more. Even on the small screen, there seems to be a lot of quality that is being put out, with shows like Arcane, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, or even Castlevania. While these shows and films have re-instated gamers’ willingness to trust Hollywood, A Minecraft Movie might just be on its way to hurting gamers once more.
Fans are concerned about the A Minecraft Movie A still from A Minecraft Movie...
- 9/30/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
There have been a slew of cartoons to come out on Cartoon Network and other networks that featured animated shows that were killed for no apparent reason. Despite smooth productions, great storylines, and even sizable viewership, shows like Young Justice, Generator Rex, ThunderCats, and Green Lantern: The Animated Series just did not have what it takes to keep them on air.
Generator Rex || Credit: WB
While these shows had a lot of good storylines and great viewership behind them, action cartoons, especially the likes of Generator Rex and Ben 10, actually need one pillar to work out more than anything else: merchandise. The products that sustained these shows were usually toys, the sales of which would determine whether the investment behind the shows that were supposed to sell them was even worth it.
These shows usually focused on introducing as many toy figures as possible Young Justice || Credit: WB...
Generator Rex || Credit: WB
While these shows had a lot of good storylines and great viewership behind them, action cartoons, especially the likes of Generator Rex and Ben 10, actually need one pillar to work out more than anything else: merchandise. The products that sustained these shows were usually toys, the sales of which would determine whether the investment behind the shows that were supposed to sell them was even worth it.
These shows usually focused on introducing as many toy figures as possible Young Justice || Credit: WB...
- 9/27/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The 1973 musical “The Rocky Horror Show,” immortalized in the 1975 film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” is getting a side-scrolling video game adaptation. “The Rocky Horror Show Video Game” is set for release next month across major consoles and Steam for computer platforms, timed to the Halloween spooky season.
Befitting the musical nature of “Rocky Horror,” the project even includes chiptune versions of songs from the films — including, but of course, the “Time Warp.” The game features 8-bit-styled graphics bringing the show’s sets and characters to life, combining ’80s nostalgia with the show’s ’70s retro vibes in the release from FreakZone Games and Metal X Entertainment/Bit Bot Media.
“‘The Rocky Horror Show’ is a unique experience that transcends traditional entertainment, and we wanted to bring that magic to gamers — whether they’re already fans of the IP or discovering it for the first time,” producer Joshua Viola said in a Thursday statement.
Befitting the musical nature of “Rocky Horror,” the project even includes chiptune versions of songs from the films — including, but of course, the “Time Warp.” The game features 8-bit-styled graphics bringing the show’s sets and characters to life, combining ’80s nostalgia with the show’s ’70s retro vibes in the release from FreakZone Games and Metal X Entertainment/Bit Bot Media.
“‘The Rocky Horror Show’ is a unique experience that transcends traditional entertainment, and we wanted to bring that magic to gamers — whether they’re already fans of the IP or discovering it for the first time,” producer Joshua Viola said in a Thursday statement.
- 9/26/2024
- by Mike Roe
- The Wrap
You know how people always feel like there’s too many games coming out? Well one of the year’s most exciting games is actually 50 games in one! UFO 50, a collaboration between the devs behind Splunkey, Downwell, and many other indie classics, just came out, and it presents players with a collection of fifty original games for a fictional Nes-era console. These are not micro or mini games like Mario Party or Warioware, coming more into line with the length and depth of the 8-bit era.
I’ve been diving a bit into the game, which is overwhelming at first, and the range of experiences is extremely impressive. Many of them are more arcade-sized experiences with simple mechanics that you do over and over to beat levels and chase high scores, but plenty of the games are more robust experiences. There’s a small fictional history to each of the games,...
I’ve been diving a bit into the game, which is overwhelming at first, and the range of experiences is extremely impressive. Many of them are more arcade-sized experiences with simple mechanics that you do over and over to beat levels and chase high scores, but plenty of the games are more robust experiences. There’s a small fictional history to each of the games,...
- 9/24/2024
- by Aaron Boehm
- bloody-disgusting.com
Last week was a crazy week over at Netflix. As part of the streamer's Geeked Week celebration, they trotted out tons of teasers, trailers, and announcements for all their biggest shows, including Wednesday, One Piece, and The Sandman. On the animated front, Arcane was undoubtedly the star of the show; the Emmy-winning series is debuting its second and final season this November, and now we know exactly when it'll be releasing.
But Arcane wasn't the only animated show to get some love at Geeked Week. We also got our first glimpse at Devil May Cry, a new Netflix animated series based on the long-running Capcom action video games. And I can't lie, this one's got me frothing with excitement. Check it out:
What is Devil May Cry about?
The first Devil May Cry video game was released for the PlayStation 2 all the way back in 2001, and it revolutionized action hack-and-slash gameplay,...
But Arcane wasn't the only animated show to get some love at Geeked Week. We also got our first glimpse at Devil May Cry, a new Netflix animated series based on the long-running Capcom action video games. And I can't lie, this one's got me frothing with excitement. Check it out:
What is Devil May Cry about?
The first Devil May Cry video game was released for the PlayStation 2 all the way back in 2001, and it revolutionized action hack-and-slash gameplay,...
- 9/24/2024
- by Daniel Roman
- Winter Is Coming
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If you are a fan of the fantasy genre then you must be aware of the sub-genre, dark fantasy which uses a blend of horror, dark themes, and supernatural elements. Dark Fantasy has become one of the most popular genres in television after the release of shows like Game of Thrones, which at one point was one of the best shows ever made. That’s why we decided to compile a list of the best dark fantasy shows you can find on Netflix right now.
Interview with the Vampire Credit – AMC
Interview with the Vampire is a dark fantasy gothic horror drama series developed by Rolin Jones. Based on The Vampire Chronicles by author Anne Rice, the AMC series follows the life story of vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac as he tells it to veteran journalist Daniel Molloy,...
If you are a fan of the fantasy genre then you must be aware of the sub-genre, dark fantasy which uses a blend of horror, dark themes, and supernatural elements. Dark Fantasy has become one of the most popular genres in television after the release of shows like Game of Thrones, which at one point was one of the best shows ever made. That’s why we decided to compile a list of the best dark fantasy shows you can find on Netflix right now.
Interview with the Vampire Credit – AMC
Interview with the Vampire is a dark fantasy gothic horror drama series developed by Rolin Jones. Based on The Vampire Chronicles by author Anne Rice, the AMC series follows the life story of vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac as he tells it to veteran journalist Daniel Molloy,...
- 9/22/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
One of the biggest urban fantasy action-adventure gaming franchises, Devil May Cry has once again returned to rule the industry, but this time it has taken a different route. The creators of the game decided last year to adapt the story of Devil May Cry into an anime adaptation, and the trailer for the upcoming series has finally been released.
Devil May Cry | Credit: Netflix
The responsibility of streaming Devil May Cry has been taken over by Netflix, and by the looks of the trailer, it feels like Dante is ready to get back in action. The war between Demons and Humans is the central theme of the game, and the same theme will be followed in the anime series as well. However, this time there may be some new twists that are only going to enhance viewers’ experiences.
As soon as the trailer was launched, the fans of the...
Devil May Cry | Credit: Netflix
The responsibility of streaming Devil May Cry has been taken over by Netflix, and by the looks of the trailer, it feels like Dante is ready to get back in action. The war between Demons and Humans is the central theme of the game, and the same theme will be followed in the anime series as well. However, this time there may be some new twists that are only going to enhance viewers’ experiences.
As soon as the trailer was launched, the fans of the...
- 9/20/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The Animation Guild now officially, successfully represents animation workers in a right-to-work state.
IATSE Local 839 announced Tuesday that 129 artists and production workers at Powerhouse Animation Studios in Austin, Texas — the studio behind Netflix’s Castlevania — had ratified their first contract via a 96% supermajority vote.
In their contract, Powerhouse workers secured provisions regarding wage equality, job security, retirement benefits, and more. The company also has a smaller studio in Los Angeles, which is also a Tag signatory.
“This is one of the strongest agreements we have been able to negotiate, and the crew’s resolve to their priority issues is the reason. I also want to acknowledge the work Powerhouse and its leadership team put in,” Steve Kaplan, Tag Business Representative, said in a statement. “We all had to be flexible to get to the finish line, and they showed their commitment to being a productive partner with the Union in the negotiations.
IATSE Local 839 announced Tuesday that 129 artists and production workers at Powerhouse Animation Studios in Austin, Texas — the studio behind Netflix’s Castlevania — had ratified their first contract via a 96% supermajority vote.
In their contract, Powerhouse workers secured provisions regarding wage equality, job security, retirement benefits, and more. The company also has a smaller studio in Los Angeles, which is also a Tag signatory.
“This is one of the strongest agreements we have been able to negotiate, and the crew’s resolve to their priority issues is the reason. I also want to acknowledge the work Powerhouse and its leadership team put in,” Steve Kaplan, Tag Business Representative, said in a statement. “We all had to be flexible to get to the finish line, and they showed their commitment to being a productive partner with the Union in the negotiations.
- 9/18/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Some stones are better left unturned is a saying that would fit best with this scenario. While Castlevania did exceptionally well in its first season, its sequel was underwhelming. With most fans calling it a wokefest, it had more to do with the plot development and inconsistencies. And there’s more to it.
Annette in a still from the series | Credit: Powerhouse Animation Studios
The sequel fails to break away from its precursor. This holds especially true for Alucard’s character. With the official release of the Season 2 teaser, the sequel’s purpose was reduced to a mere thirst trap. This was clear as fans on X welcomed the character’s return. Moreover, it also reflects the sequel’s dependency on the original series.
Fans on X thirst over Alucard’s return in Castlevania: Nocturne
Adrian Tepes also known as Alucard is one of the major characters who appears in the Castlevania series.
Annette in a still from the series | Credit: Powerhouse Animation Studios
The sequel fails to break away from its precursor. This holds especially true for Alucard’s character. With the official release of the Season 2 teaser, the sequel’s purpose was reduced to a mere thirst trap. This was clear as fans on X welcomed the character’s return. Moreover, it also reflects the sequel’s dependency on the original series.
Fans on X thirst over Alucard’s return in Castlevania: Nocturne
Adrian Tepes also known as Alucard is one of the major characters who appears in the Castlevania series.
- 9/17/2024
- by Himanshi Jeswani
- FandomWire
This guide will help you reach all Funky Fungi collectible locations. Most of the levels in Astro Bot hide a couple of secrets to unlock a whole new galaxy to explore, aside from the main game galaxies. You can unlock more bots and other collectibles in these Lost Galaxies, which are bonus levels.
Funky Fungi is one of the first galaxies you can unlock by exploring multiple levels. Here are all of Funky Fungi’s collectible locations. All the levels belonging to the Lost Galaxies have fewer collectibles, and this particular level only has a total of seven collectibles, including puzzle pieces and bots.
Funky Fungi Collectible Locations: Bot 1 (Richter Belmont Bot) The first bot is at the beginning of the level and is from Castlevania, the Ritcher Belmont bot. Image via PS5Trophies YouTube Channel.
At the start of the level, you’ll reach a part where there’s...
Funky Fungi is one of the first galaxies you can unlock by exploring multiple levels. Here are all of Funky Fungi’s collectible locations. All the levels belonging to the Lost Galaxies have fewer collectibles, and this particular level only has a total of seven collectibles, including puzzle pieces and bots.
Funky Fungi Collectible Locations: Bot 1 (Richter Belmont Bot) The first bot is at the beginning of the level and is from Castlevania, the Ritcher Belmont bot. Image via PS5Trophies YouTube Channel.
At the start of the level, you’ll reach a part where there’s...
- 9/16/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
Xbox Game Pass has always been a treat for all the fans of this long-hailed console company. This subscription service is a great way to enjoy the latest Aaa titles as well as classic games, but without actually owning them. Not only that, with this subscription service, you can also avail the multiplayer aspects of the games.
Xbox Game Pass loses another batch of popular titles. | Credit: Xbox.
Xbox has a huge library with tons of gaming titles in it. So, it’s impossible to fit in all the titles in the Gam Pass catalog at once. That is why, like the previous months, several titles bid adieu to the subscription service yesterday, which will hurt the fans a lot.
6 Titles Are Gone From Xbox Game Pass
After a disappointing August, when a total of seven titles departed, and only six were added, September might be going to repeat the same as well.
Xbox Game Pass loses another batch of popular titles. | Credit: Xbox.
Xbox has a huge library with tons of gaming titles in it. So, it’s impossible to fit in all the titles in the Gam Pass catalog at once. That is why, like the previous months, several titles bid adieu to the subscription service yesterday, which will hurt the fans a lot.
6 Titles Are Gone From Xbox Game Pass
After a disappointing August, when a total of seven titles departed, and only six were added, September might be going to repeat the same as well.
- 9/16/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
Netflix is primarily known for its live-action series and movies, but the streaming service also has a solid animation library and it has produced several high-profile animated projects, both Western and anime. While the one we are going to talk about in this report is often mislabeled as an anime, it is – nevertheless – one of the biggest animated projects that the streaming service has had.
We are, of course, talking about Castlevania, one of Netflix’s biggest animated projects, whose sequel, Castlevania: Nocturne is currently preparing for its second season, which is going to premiere early next year and will continue the well-known story of the series.
Castlevania: Nocturne is set to be a major hit for Netflix, and the streaming service has just released a new trailer for the upcoming season, confirming a January 2025 release date and revealing more information and visuals from the upcoming season, which certainly seems exciting!
We are, of course, talking about Castlevania, one of Netflix’s biggest animated projects, whose sequel, Castlevania: Nocturne is currently preparing for its second season, which is going to premiere early next year and will continue the well-known story of the series.
Castlevania: Nocturne is set to be a major hit for Netflix, and the streaming service has just released a new trailer for the upcoming season, confirming a January 2025 release date and revealing more information and visuals from the upcoming season, which certainly seems exciting!
- 9/16/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The Castlevania franchise returned to Netflix with brand new animated series “Castlevania: Nocturne” last year, and the second season is now headed to Netflix in early 2025.
“Castlevania: Nocturne” Season 2 premieres January 2025, only on Netflix.
The darkest battles lie ahead in Season 2…
Now joined by the legendary Alucard, Richter Belmont and his band of vampire hunters are in a desperate race against time.
Erzsebet Báthory, the Vampire Messiah, who already seems invincible, seeks the full power of the goddess Sekhmet so she can plunge the world into endless darkness and terror.
From Showrunners Kevin Kolde (Castlevania) and Clive Bradley (Trapped), “Castlevania: Nocturne” is the next installment of the Castlevania Universe.
Based on the classic Konami video game series, the new animated series picks up 300 years after the end of the original “Castlevania” series, which ran for four seasons on Netflix.
Clive Bradley also serves as Creator/Writer. Sam Deats and Adam Deats share directing duties.
“Castlevania: Nocturne” Season 2 premieres January 2025, only on Netflix.
The darkest battles lie ahead in Season 2…
Now joined by the legendary Alucard, Richter Belmont and his band of vampire hunters are in a desperate race against time.
Erzsebet Báthory, the Vampire Messiah, who already seems invincible, seeks the full power of the goddess Sekhmet so she can plunge the world into endless darkness and terror.
From Showrunners Kevin Kolde (Castlevania) and Clive Bradley (Trapped), “Castlevania: Nocturne” is the next installment of the Castlevania Universe.
Based on the classic Konami video game series, the new animated series picks up 300 years after the end of the original “Castlevania” series, which ran for four seasons on Netflix.
Clive Bradley also serves as Creator/Writer. Sam Deats and Adam Deats share directing duties.
- 9/16/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
We’re getting the first look at Season 2 of Castlevania: Nocturne, the latest installment of the Castlevania universe. Netflix released a teaser trailer for the upcoming season of the animated series and revealed Season 2 will premiere in January 2025.
Based on the classic Konami video game series, Castlevania: Nocturne picks up 300 years after the end of the original series, which ran for four seasons on Netflix.
Season 1 took place in France in 1792 — the height of the French Revolution. Here’s the synopsis: In a remote part of western France, the counter-revolutionary aristocracy has forged an alliance with a terrifying Vampire Messiah, who promises to ‘eat the sun’ and unleash an army of vampires and nightcreatures to crush the revolution and enslave humanity. Annette, a sorceress from the Caribbean, seeks out Richter Belmont, last descendant of the long-fabled family of vampire hunters, to lead the resistance.
In Season 2 , now joined by the legendary Alucard,...
Based on the classic Konami video game series, Castlevania: Nocturne picks up 300 years after the end of the original series, which ran for four seasons on Netflix.
Season 1 took place in France in 1792 — the height of the French Revolution. Here’s the synopsis: In a remote part of western France, the counter-revolutionary aristocracy has forged an alliance with a terrifying Vampire Messiah, who promises to ‘eat the sun’ and unleash an army of vampires and nightcreatures to crush the revolution and enslave humanity. Annette, a sorceress from the Caribbean, seeks out Richter Belmont, last descendant of the long-fabled family of vampire hunters, to lead the resistance.
In Season 2 , now joined by the legendary Alucard,...
- 9/16/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Production company Trustbridge Entertainment has taken dramatic rights to shepherd author Andrew Joseph White’s queer debut novel, Hell Followed With Us, into a full-length animated feature with The Matrix co-architect Lilly Wachowski and Sarah Marie Flores producing through their Anarchists United shingle.
Also producing will be Circle Management + Production Founding Partner Lawrence Mattis (Work in Progress), Powerhouse Animation Studios, and producers Daniel Dominguez, Brad Graeber and Jacob Robinson of Line Mileage. Screenwriters Alvaro Rodriguez and Warren Wagner (The Only Safe Place Left Is The Dark) are adapting.
“Hell Followed With Us is such a visceral combination of dystopian fantasy, action, and horror that turning it into an epic anime-inspired feature was a no-brainer,” said Trustbridge Entertainment President Bob Higgins. “The gut-wrenchingly honest personal...
Also producing will be Circle Management + Production Founding Partner Lawrence Mattis (Work in Progress), Powerhouse Animation Studios, and producers Daniel Dominguez, Brad Graeber and Jacob Robinson of Line Mileage. Screenwriters Alvaro Rodriguez and Warren Wagner (The Only Safe Place Left Is The Dark) are adapting.
“Hell Followed With Us is such a visceral combination of dystopian fantasy, action, and horror that turning it into an epic anime-inspired feature was a no-brainer,” said Trustbridge Entertainment President Bob Higgins. “The gut-wrenchingly honest personal...
- 9/11/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
A 1989 action-platform Konami game sets its supernatural setting in 1476 Wallachia, with Count Dracula ravaging Europe with the aid of a freshly spawned army of monsters. When all efforts to thwart him fail, the people call for the legendary vampire hunter Trevor Belmont — the current wielder of the Vampire Killer whip — who becomes our playable character joined by sorceress Sypha Belnades, pirate Grant Danasty, and the vampire Alucard. This game, "Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse," later laid the foundation for the first season of Netflix's "Castlevania," and the four-season series went on to expand upon these legacy characters in ways that elevate the source material's dizzying, captivating lore. Although the "Castlevania" games are still beloved to this day, the Netflix series helped popularize the franchise's most memorable aspects, all the while wrapping up the lore in a blood-splattered spectacle that can both thrill and horrify.
"Castlevania" has always been about killing...
"Castlevania" has always been about killing...
- 9/10/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
Whether you’re prepping for a long flight or just looking for something new to play, offline games are a great resource to keep in your back pocket. In an age where even some single-player titles demand a constant internet connection to play, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find games that can be enjoyed offline.
Mobile gaming makes it even tougher, as many developers rely on the ads broadcasted through these games to earn revenue. Thankfully, some allow you to enjoy yourself without the need for constant ads, and we’ve collected them in one list for you!
11. Alto’s Odyssey You’ll be surfing and grinding your way through some beautiful locations. | Credits: Team Alto
No mobile gaming experience is complete without a casual title that offers infinite replayability. Alto’s Odyssey, the sequel to the first title from Team Alto, imbibes both of those qualities and adds...
Mobile gaming makes it even tougher, as many developers rely on the ads broadcasted through these games to earn revenue. Thankfully, some allow you to enjoy yourself without the need for constant ads, and we’ve collected them in one list for you!
11. Alto’s Odyssey You’ll be surfing and grinding your way through some beautiful locations. | Credits: Team Alto
No mobile gaming experience is complete without a casual title that offers infinite replayability. Alto’s Odyssey, the sequel to the first title from Team Alto, imbibes both of those qualities and adds...
- 9/9/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
The recent Minecraft movie trailer that dropped just yesterday has left many fans scratching their heads. People expected something fun, creative, and maybe even a bit crazy, but what they got was a total mess.
The film looks more like a bad CGI experiment than something that should’ve brought the fun world of Minecraft to life. The decision to make it live-action instead of animated was a huge misstep, and most fans agree. It seems that unfortunately, the movie will be following in the footsteps of another huge recent misfire, the Borderlands movie.
The Borderlands Movie Missed the Mark Completely, and the Minecraft Movie Looks to Follow Suit How do you look at the creativity and art style of Minecraft and come up with the live-action abomination? Image via Mojang Studios
Minecraft is known for its simple yet charming game visuals. This could’ve been a great animated movie...
The film looks more like a bad CGI experiment than something that should’ve brought the fun world of Minecraft to life. The decision to make it live-action instead of animated was a huge misstep, and most fans agree. It seems that unfortunately, the movie will be following in the footsteps of another huge recent misfire, the Borderlands movie.
The Borderlands Movie Missed the Mark Completely, and the Minecraft Movie Looks to Follow Suit How do you look at the creativity and art style of Minecraft and come up with the live-action abomination? Image via Mojang Studios
Minecraft is known for its simple yet charming game visuals. This could’ve been a great animated movie...
- 9/5/2024
- by Suhaib Adeel
- FandomWire
One of the biggest video game companies that has stood the test of time, Nintendo, has a knack for creating experiences that transcend generations. These games were released several decades ago and still engage players young and old, as their timeless designs have aged incredibly well.
We don’t look at these titles purely out of nostalgia but as proof of where good game design can get you. Whether playing for the first time or diving back in for nostalgia, these 11 Nintendo classics have aged like fine wine and will give you hours of fun.
11) Castlevania Whips, castles, and vampires, this game has the whole package. | Credit: World of Longplays YouTube
The granddaddy of vampire-slaying games, it set the stage for decades of spooky adventures following the famed Belmont family. Developed by Konami and released in 1986 for the Nes, it introduced us to Simon Belmont, armed with his trusty whip,...
We don’t look at these titles purely out of nostalgia but as proof of where good game design can get you. Whether playing for the first time or diving back in for nostalgia, these 11 Nintendo classics have aged like fine wine and will give you hours of fun.
11) Castlevania Whips, castles, and vampires, this game has the whole package. | Credit: World of Longplays YouTube
The granddaddy of vampire-slaying games, it set the stage for decades of spooky adventures following the famed Belmont family. Developed by Konami and released in 1986 for the Nes, it introduced us to Simon Belmont, armed with his trusty whip,...
- 9/3/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
It was the year 1992 when Keanu Reeves (who hadn’t quite found his fame for The Matrix) worked alongside Gary Oldman and veteran director Francis Ford Coppola in the film Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
Keanu Reeves in a still from John Wick: Chapter 4 | Credits: Summit Entertainment
In the movie, Reeves portrayed the role of Jonathan Harker, the fiance to Winona Ryder’s Mina Murray. Well, a concept trailer released on the internet asks whether Keanu Reeves and Gary Oldman had swapped their roles.
Keanu Reeves Will Shine As Count Dracula
Although Dracula shouldn’t shine, technically, you get our point. Keanu Reeves made a name for himself when he starred in iconic films like The Matrix, Speed, and, the John Wick franchise.
Keanu Reeves in Constantine (2005) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
The actor was attached to Francis Ford Coppola’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and although the film received some criticism,...
Keanu Reeves in a still from John Wick: Chapter 4 | Credits: Summit Entertainment
In the movie, Reeves portrayed the role of Jonathan Harker, the fiance to Winona Ryder’s Mina Murray. Well, a concept trailer released on the internet asks whether Keanu Reeves and Gary Oldman had swapped their roles.
Keanu Reeves Will Shine As Count Dracula
Although Dracula shouldn’t shine, technically, you get our point. Keanu Reeves made a name for himself when he starred in iconic films like The Matrix, Speed, and, the John Wick franchise.
Keanu Reeves in Constantine (2005) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
The actor was attached to Francis Ford Coppola’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and although the film received some criticism,...
- 9/1/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
In the ever-evolving field of anime, visuals are a key aspect of the narrative; they not only captivate the audience but also breathe life into the narrative and evoke emotions that words fail to convey. Chengxi Huang, a name popular in the field of anime, has become synonymous with this notion.
A still from Black Myth: Wukong. Credits: Game Science
Huang’s work speaks for himself as he exemplifies stunning visuals in some of the most renowned anime series, such as Boruto, Naruto: Shippuden, Sword Art Online, Castlevania, and many more. He tends to ensure that each moment showcased in a battle is not just nail-biting but a visual masterpiece as well.
These qualities also resonated in his recent work, where the animator directed an animated cinematic for Black Myth: Wukong, where each frame flaunts fluid animation and his passion revolving around the art form.
Chengxi Huang’s Contribution to...
A still from Black Myth: Wukong. Credits: Game Science
Huang’s work speaks for himself as he exemplifies stunning visuals in some of the most renowned anime series, such as Boruto, Naruto: Shippuden, Sword Art Online, Castlevania, and many more. He tends to ensure that each moment showcased in a battle is not just nail-biting but a visual masterpiece as well.
These qualities also resonated in his recent work, where the animator directed an animated cinematic for Black Myth: Wukong, where each frame flaunts fluid animation and his passion revolving around the art form.
Chengxi Huang’s Contribution to...
- 8/31/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Netflix is set to premiere a new animated “Tomb Raider” series on October 10, 2024. The show, titled “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft,” will bring the iconic video game character to life through animation. Showrunner Tasha Huo believes animation allows the series to fully capture the adventures and mysteries of the popular games.
In an interview, Huo explained that animation gives creators more freedom compared to live-action adaptations. She noted animation does not require as massive a budget. This means ideas from the games can be portrayed without heavy constraints. Huo aims to give die-hard fans an animated tribute to match their visions.
The choice of animation aligns with growing industry trends as well. While live-action game shows find success, animation has long adapted games. Netflix leads this genre with acclaimed series like “Castlevania” and its spin-off “Nocturne.” Fan favorites “Arcane” and “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners” also premiered on the platform to popularity and awards.
In an interview, Huo explained that animation gives creators more freedom compared to live-action adaptations. She noted animation does not require as massive a budget. This means ideas from the games can be portrayed without heavy constraints. Huo aims to give die-hard fans an animated tribute to match their visions.
The choice of animation aligns with growing industry trends as well. While live-action game shows find success, animation has long adapted games. Netflix leads this genre with acclaimed series like “Castlevania” and its spin-off “Nocturne.” Fan favorites “Arcane” and “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners” also premiered on the platform to popularity and awards.
- 8/29/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
As the title suggests, Konami has completed their slate of bringing 2D Castlevania games to modern audiences with the Castlevania Dominus Collection, which will be available today after a surprise reveal. The collection will be available for PC via Steam, as well as the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series.
This collection gathers all three Castlevania entries on the Nintendo DS into one collection – Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin and Order of Ecclesia –as well as tossing in the “classic” arcade title that is Haunted Castle.
Konami must have known that Haunted Castle doesn’t have the best reputation, As such, they’ve also included Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the arcade game.
What’s interesting to note about this collection is that Konami has managed to recreate these DS games without having the gimmicks from the original DS. Namely, the dual screens and the touch capabilities.
This collection gathers all three Castlevania entries on the Nintendo DS into one collection – Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin and Order of Ecclesia –as well as tossing in the “classic” arcade title that is Haunted Castle.
Konami must have known that Haunted Castle doesn’t have the best reputation, As such, they’ve also included Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the arcade game.
What’s interesting to note about this collection is that Konami has managed to recreate these DS games without having the gimmicks from the original DS. Namely, the dual screens and the touch capabilities.
- 8/27/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Though you shouldn’t have to be told twice, Dead by Daylight is welcoming Castlevania today in a crossover that we never saw coming when it was announced earlier this year. The Dlc introduces a new Killer in Dracula (naturally) as The Dark Lord, and new Survivor in Trevor Belmont.
“Working closely with the team at Dead by Daylight, it was a real pleasure to see the love for the franchise and attention to detail that was present throughout,” shares the Castlevania Team at Konami. “We’re big fans of Dead by Daylight as well, and were excited about this collaboration from the start, especially knowing what our games and lore meant to the team at Behaviour.”
Dracula brings with him the power of shapeshifting to The Entity’s Realm. Dracula has the ability to switch seamlessly between three forms – each specializing in a different aspect of the hunt to...
“Working closely with the team at Dead by Daylight, it was a real pleasure to see the love for the franchise and attention to detail that was present throughout,” shares the Castlevania Team at Konami. “We’re big fans of Dead by Daylight as well, and were excited about this collaboration from the start, especially knowing what our games and lore meant to the team at Behaviour.”
Dracula brings with him the power of shapeshifting to The Entity’s Realm. Dracula has the ability to switch seamlessly between three forms – each specializing in a different aspect of the hunt to...
- 8/27/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
If you thought you left cartoons behind with your childhood, most major streaming platforms might have a thing or two to say about that.
Quietly, deliberately, one animated series after another is becoming the next big offering, whether it’s Netflix’s Castlevania and Arcane series or Prime’s The Legend of Vox Machina.
From a distance, Bojack Horseman seems like a bizarre Indie cartoon straight out of left field.
(Courtesy of Netflix)
However, it has remained above 90% throughout the six seasons in critical and audience reviews. How’s that for a horse that walks on two legs and carries on conversations?
As it turns out, high-quality, well-written animated shows are a boon for streaming platforms. This is especially true, considering 60% of adults between 18 and 49 watch them.
Not bad. With the increase in video game adaptations, some of which are becoming animated narratives, the kid in you has every reason to celebrate.
Quietly, deliberately, one animated series after another is becoming the next big offering, whether it’s Netflix’s Castlevania and Arcane series or Prime’s The Legend of Vox Machina.
From a distance, Bojack Horseman seems like a bizarre Indie cartoon straight out of left field.
(Courtesy of Netflix)
However, it has remained above 90% throughout the six seasons in critical and audience reviews. How’s that for a horse that walks on two legs and carries on conversations?
As it turns out, high-quality, well-written animated shows are a boon for streaming platforms. This is especially true, considering 60% of adults between 18 and 49 watch them.
Not bad. With the increase in video game adaptations, some of which are becoming animated narratives, the kid in you has every reason to celebrate.
- 8/23/2024
- by Thomas Godwin
- TVfanatic
Forth Eorlingas! With The Rings Of Power's return to our screens mere days away, and Andy Serkis' intriguing The Hunt For Gollum movie looming on the horizon, Middle-earth is well and truly back on the menu. But among the projects based on J. R. R. Tolkien's legendary fantasy series heading our way, perhaps most exciting — and certainly most unique — is Lord Of The Rings: War Of The Rohirrim, Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex director Kenji Kamiyama's upcoming anime movie set two centuries before Peter Jackson's iconic trilogy. Produced by Rings veteran Phillipa Boyens alongside Jackson and Fran Walsh, Kamiyama's film stars Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand, the club-fisted King of Rohan who gave Helm's Deep its name. And if its jaw-slackening, just-dropped first trailer is anything to go by, War Of The Rohirrim will definitely live up to its name. Check it out below...
- 8/22/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - Movies
Dead by Daylight is revealing a new crossover!
The hit horror multiplayer game revealed they’re teaming up with The Boulet Brothers for a crossover that involves both the pair’s hit AMC+/Shudder reality TV series Dragula, as well as in-game experiences inspired by the horror-themed drag duo.
“What a thrill to be working with such horror icons as The Boulet Brothers,” said Mathieu Côté, Head of Partnerships for Behaviour Interactive, in a statement, via Bloody Disgusting.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Dracmorda and Swanthula are pioneers of drag entertainment and to be featured on The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula has been a huge honor. Both our communities are passionate about horror and representation and we thank them for their continued support.”
“We are thrilled and honored to be joining the Dead By Daylight universe! We feel the Dbd brand is a pioneer in the world of horror gaming,...
The hit horror multiplayer game revealed they’re teaming up with The Boulet Brothers for a crossover that involves both the pair’s hit AMC+/Shudder reality TV series Dragula, as well as in-game experiences inspired by the horror-themed drag duo.
“What a thrill to be working with such horror icons as The Boulet Brothers,” said Mathieu Côté, Head of Partnerships for Behaviour Interactive, in a statement, via Bloody Disgusting.
Keep reading to find out more…
“Dracmorda and Swanthula are pioneers of drag entertainment and to be featured on The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula has been a huge honor. Both our communities are passionate about horror and representation and we thank them for their continued support.”
“We are thrilled and honored to be joining the Dead By Daylight universe! We feel the Dbd brand is a pioneer in the world of horror gaming,...
- 8/20/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Bellport Theater On The Air, the newly launched scripted podcast studio from animation luminaries Fred Seibert and Kevin Kolde, today announced the release of their first series: paranormal thriller The Department of Midnight. Created by Amazon Top 100 and New York Times bestselling author and award-winning comic book creator Warren Ellis, whose credits include graphic novels Transmetropolitan, Fell, and creator of Netflix’s hit animated series Castlevania, and featuring an all-star vocal cast including James Callis, Alicia Witt, and Carla Gugino, the edge-of-your seat listening experience blends science fiction, folklore, and horror in this dramatic 6-part scripted mystery.
Set to make its debut on August 20th, The Department of Midnight follows Dr. John Carnack (James Callis), whose history of experimentation with dark matter led to tragedy. His redemption is working for the Department of Midnight, investigating dangerous dark matter experiments, trying to prevent further disasters. But there’s a pattern.
Set to make its debut on August 20th, The Department of Midnight follows Dr. John Carnack (James Callis), whose history of experimentation with dark matter led to tragedy. His redemption is working for the Department of Midnight, investigating dangerous dark matter experiments, trying to prevent further disasters. But there’s a pattern.
- 8/20/2024
- Podnews.net
The groundbreaking survival horror video game franchise Silent Hill is poised for a full revival over the next several months. Konami is publishing a remake of the universally acclaimed Silent Hill 2 in October 2024 while a new installment, titled Silent Hill: Townfall, is currently in development by No Code and Annapurna Interactive. However, while it’s great to see Silent Hill emerge from a lengthy period of inactivity and bizarrely executed spinoffs, the franchise is still haunted by the ghost of the long-canceled title Silent Hills.
Perhaps the greatest video game never made, Silent Hills was intended to be a return to form for the Silent Hill franchise helmed by longtime Konami game director Hideo Kojima and fan-favorite filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. Unceremoniously canceled in the wake of Kojima and Konami’s abrupt rupture in their professional relationship and Konami’s changing video game strategy, all that publicly remains of Silent Hills is P.
Perhaps the greatest video game never made, Silent Hills was intended to be a return to form for the Silent Hill franchise helmed by longtime Konami game director Hideo Kojima and fan-favorite filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. Unceremoniously canceled in the wake of Kojima and Konami’s abrupt rupture in their professional relationship and Konami’s changing video game strategy, all that publicly remains of Silent Hills is P.
- 8/20/2024
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
Netflix has revealed plans to premiere an animated Tomb Raider television series in October 2024. The show, titled “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft,” will feature voice acting from Hayley Atwell in the lead role of Lara Croft. Atwell is well known for her work in movies like Captain America: The First Avenger and TV shows such as Agent Carter.
The series will take place after the most recent Tomb Raider video games. Viewers will follow Lara Croft on her mission to recover a stolen Chinese artifact with personal significance. Brief footage in the teaser trailer hints at daring stunts like car chases and explorations of underground lava caves. Croft will also face dangers chasing suspects through crowded city streets.
Tasha Huo serves as the writer, producer, and showrunner. Huo has experience writing for shows such as The Witcher: Blood Origin. The animation studio Powerhouse will bring the series to life.
The series will take place after the most recent Tomb Raider video games. Viewers will follow Lara Croft on her mission to recover a stolen Chinese artifact with personal significance. Brief footage in the teaser trailer hints at daring stunts like car chases and explorations of underground lava caves. Croft will also face dangers chasing suspects through crowded city streets.
Tasha Huo serves as the writer, producer, and showrunner. Huo has experience writing for shows such as The Witcher: Blood Origin. The animation studio Powerhouse will bring the series to life.
- 8/19/2024
- by Naser Nahandian
- Gazettely
The process of reinventing and retelling classic tales through movies and art isn’t new. However, Blood of Zeus is a class apart through its deconstruction and retelling of Greek mythology. From loss to redemption, the anime borrows major themes and elements from Greek tragedy. The anime premiered in October 2020 and was a massive hit worldwide.
Seraphim in Blood of Zeus | Credits: Netflix
However, the journey to recognition wasn’t easy for the creators of the show. From the initial stage of pitching to procuring investment for the show, creators Charley Parlapanides and Vlas Parlapanides revealed the struggles behind making this show a massive hit.
Deconstructing Greek Mythology in Blood of Zeus
Blood of Zeus is a modern retelling of Greek mythology that focuses on Heron and Seraphim, the two illegitimate children of the God Zeus. To say the least, the character conception of this show wasn’t a piece...
Seraphim in Blood of Zeus | Credits: Netflix
However, the journey to recognition wasn’t easy for the creators of the show. From the initial stage of pitching to procuring investment for the show, creators Charley Parlapanides and Vlas Parlapanides revealed the struggles behind making this show a massive hit.
Deconstructing Greek Mythology in Blood of Zeus
Blood of Zeus is a modern retelling of Greek mythology that focuses on Heron and Seraphim, the two illegitimate children of the God Zeus. To say the least, the character conception of this show wasn’t a piece...
- 8/13/2024
- by Himanshi Jeswani
- FandomWire
It’s an interesting time to write about video game adaptations, especially in light of the Borderlands disaster.
The entire point was to talk about the colossal leap forward in game adaptations from the days of the Bob Hoskin Super Mario Brothers absurdity to Amazon Prime’s Fallout.
The latter is sitting on 16 awards and nominations, while the former remains the butt of jokes, memes, and gifs to this day.
(Courtesy of Prime Video)
Once upon a time, Hollywood just wanted to cash in on a popular video game franchise.
Quality be damned. While the money factor hasn’t changed, Tinseltown now knows the audience is hypersensitive to adaptations of beloved franchises.
Ahead of Their Time: When Entertainment Prophesied the Futureby Jack Ori Lights, Camera, Criticism: When TV Stars Slam Their Own Showsby Carissa Pavlica NBC’s Olympics Coverage Was a Mixed Bag That Highlighted the Streaming Era’s Biggest Problemsby Tyler Johnson
Then,...
The entire point was to talk about the colossal leap forward in game adaptations from the days of the Bob Hoskin Super Mario Brothers absurdity to Amazon Prime’s Fallout.
The latter is sitting on 16 awards and nominations, while the former remains the butt of jokes, memes, and gifs to this day.
(Courtesy of Prime Video)
Once upon a time, Hollywood just wanted to cash in on a popular video game franchise.
Quality be damned. While the money factor hasn’t changed, Tinseltown now knows the audience is hypersensitive to adaptations of beloved franchises.
Ahead of Their Time: When Entertainment Prophesied the Futureby Jack Ori Lights, Camera, Criticism: When TV Stars Slam Their Own Showsby Carissa Pavlica NBC’s Olympics Coverage Was a Mixed Bag That Highlighted the Streaming Era’s Biggest Problemsby Tyler Johnson
Then,...
- 8/12/2024
- by Thomas Godwin
- TVfanatic
One Piece fans have been taking one win after the other in a never-ending cycle of positive developments. There was a simple idea that quickly became this massive franchise. Eiichiro Oda’s masterpiece has been thoroughly spread out on various platforms and mediums, making sure people everywhere can enjoy it without many issues. Be it the manga, anime, video games, and even the live-action adaptation, there has been no shortage of content.
The One Piece | Credit: Wit Studio
The range that is provided by the franchises is an endless supply of entertainment that keeps the fans happy with more and more quality content. Such is the fate of Oda’s series. To act as the cherry on top, Netflix’s The One Piece is the remake that would gather an even bigger fanbase for the series.
The One Piece Can Escape Toei Animation’s Censorship
Streaming anime, especially when they were initially released decades ago,...
The One Piece | Credit: Wit Studio
The range that is provided by the franchises is an endless supply of entertainment that keeps the fans happy with more and more quality content. Such is the fate of Oda’s series. To act as the cherry on top, Netflix’s The One Piece is the remake that would gather an even bigger fanbase for the series.
The One Piece Can Escape Toei Animation’s Censorship
Streaming anime, especially when they were initially released decades ago,...
- 8/12/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
For decades, video game adaptations were notoriously bad and beleaguered by a terrible reputation. But the tides have turned. Shows like The Last of Us and Fallout are leading the charge into an era in which video game adaptations can receive critical acclaim.
Hollywood is gearing up to release a bevy of adaptations, but the world of games offers much more potential. A Gears of War adaptation has been requested by fans forever, and there are quite a few other titles that would make wonderful TV series – if done right.
7. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim boasts a huge world to tell epic fantasy stories. Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios
Set in the sprawling and incredibly rich world of Tamriel, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim boasts massive potential for an epic TV series.
With an appropriate budget, its high-fantasy setting, dark themes, epic scope, and majestic...
Hollywood is gearing up to release a bevy of adaptations, but the world of games offers much more potential. A Gears of War adaptation has been requested by fans forever, and there are quite a few other titles that would make wonderful TV series – if done right.
7. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim boasts a huge world to tell epic fantasy stories. Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios
Set in the sprawling and incredibly rich world of Tamriel, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim boasts massive potential for an epic TV series.
With an appropriate budget, its high-fantasy setting, dark themes, epic scope, and majestic...
- 8/11/2024
- by Lisa Kamlot
- FandomWire
Earlier with the Dead by Daylight crossover announcement with Five Nights at Freddy’s, we speculated on when we’d hear more about Behaviour Interactive’s collaboration with Konami for the Castlevania crossover announced back in May. Well, that didn’t take long, as the Castlevania crossover will be arriving later this month in Dead by Daylight on August 27. Currently, the Dlc is being tested in the Public Test Build on Steam.
The Castlevania crossover brings Dracula (naturally) alongside Trevor Belmont as the new Killer and Survivor, respectively. As a neat touch, any time Dracula is the featured Killer in a Trial with an original map, players will see Dracula’s castle looming over the horizon.
While details on Dracula’s abilities are still to come, his vampiric abilities will be on display. In addition to his ability to conjure flames, Dracula is able to morph into a Bat to cover ground more quickly.
The Castlevania crossover brings Dracula (naturally) alongside Trevor Belmont as the new Killer and Survivor, respectively. As a neat touch, any time Dracula is the featured Killer in a Trial with an original map, players will see Dracula’s castle looming over the horizon.
While details on Dracula’s abilities are still to come, his vampiric abilities will be on display. In addition to his ability to conjure flames, Dracula is able to morph into a Bat to cover ground more quickly.
- 8/6/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
When we think about popular animated series inspired by video games, there are plenty, but only a few do actual justice to the storyline. This can be said for the Castlevania franchise, the dark fantasy animated series that premiered in 2017 and turned out to be a massive hit.
Vlad Dracula Tepes in Castlevania| Credit: Powerhouse Animation Studios
The series, written and directed by Warren Ellis, highlighted Vlad Dracula Tepes’ quest for revenge after his wife was burned by the alleged rumors of being a ‘witch’. It also features Trevor Belmont as the vampire hunter who attempts to foil Dracula’s plans.
While the franchise’s first four seasons did amazingly well, its sequel garnered mixed reviews from fans. For some, it was a breath of fresh air, but for others, it was a literal pain in the neck.
Castlevania: Nocturne and its not-so-fantastic writing
Castlevania: Nocturne premiered in September 2023 as...
Vlad Dracula Tepes in Castlevania| Credit: Powerhouse Animation Studios
The series, written and directed by Warren Ellis, highlighted Vlad Dracula Tepes’ quest for revenge after his wife was burned by the alleged rumors of being a ‘witch’. It also features Trevor Belmont as the vampire hunter who attempts to foil Dracula’s plans.
While the franchise’s first four seasons did amazingly well, its sequel garnered mixed reviews from fans. For some, it was a breath of fresh air, but for others, it was a literal pain in the neck.
Castlevania: Nocturne and its not-so-fantastic writing
Castlevania: Nocturne premiered in September 2023 as...
- 8/4/2024
- by Himanshi Jeswani
- FandomWire
For several decades now, the Castlevania series has been an institution in gaming. After all, it is a game that captivates so many people with its haunting beauty, deep lore, and iconic characters. And with the recent Netflix adaptation of this series, it surely did not decline in popularity at all.
Castlevania | Netflix
Perhaps the greatest question one would ask is: what is it about Castlevania that distances it from other game adaptations? According to producer Adi Shankar, the acclaimed animated series holds but one secret ingredient behind Castlevania’s enduring success, one which game adaptations would do well to learn from.
Producer Adi Shankar Debunks The Reason Behind Castlevania’s Unforetold Success Lenore & Striga from Castlevania | Netflix
In a recent interview, Shankar revealed what he thinks is really behind Castlevania’s unforetold success. He debunked one of the more prevalent theories: that it’s cynical to perform calculated attempts...
Castlevania | Netflix
Perhaps the greatest question one would ask is: what is it about Castlevania that distances it from other game adaptations? According to producer Adi Shankar, the acclaimed animated series holds but one secret ingredient behind Castlevania’s enduring success, one which game adaptations would do well to learn from.
Producer Adi Shankar Debunks The Reason Behind Castlevania’s Unforetold Success Lenore & Striga from Castlevania | Netflix
In a recent interview, Shankar revealed what he thinks is really behind Castlevania’s unforetold success. He debunked one of the more prevalent theories: that it’s cynical to perform calculated attempts...
- 8/2/2024
- by Diganta Mondal
- FandomWire
From Cyberpunk: Edgerunners to God Eater, video games getting an animated adaptation aren’t uncommon in the community. Castlevania, inspired by the Nes classic Castlevania III and the long-forgotten 3D game, quickly became a fan-favorite after its Netflix debut. The fans were taken aback by Castlevania: Nocturne‘s enthralling plot and the complexities between good and evil.
Castlevania | Credit: Netflix
Warren Ellis, the creator of the Castlevania animation, captivated viewers with the splendid narrative of antagonists. Furthermore, Ellis’s tale adds a lot of depth to the villains’ nature, such as Dracula, Alucard, Lenore, and others.
Throughout the series, the creator explores the morality of vampires and humans. The Castlevania series also highlights humans’ greed for power, which portrays them as more villainous and evil than the bloodthirsty vampires in the eyes of the audience.
Netflix’s Castlevania Showrunner Reveals the Sympathetic and Sad Truth About Vampires
As the primary antagonist,...
Castlevania | Credit: Netflix
Warren Ellis, the creator of the Castlevania animation, captivated viewers with the splendid narrative of antagonists. Furthermore, Ellis’s tale adds a lot of depth to the villains’ nature, such as Dracula, Alucard, Lenore, and others.
Throughout the series, the creator explores the morality of vampires and humans. The Castlevania series also highlights humans’ greed for power, which portrays them as more villainous and evil than the bloodthirsty vampires in the eyes of the audience.
Netflix’s Castlevania Showrunner Reveals the Sympathetic and Sad Truth About Vampires
As the primary antagonist,...
- 8/1/2024
- by Mehul Rolta
- FandomWire
Warren Ellis’s reimagining of Dracula in Netflix’s Castlevania series offers a fresh perspective that diverges significantly from the character’s traditional depiction in the original video game franchise. Unlike the purely malevolent villain of the games, Ellis portrays Dracula as a complex, emotionally vulnerable figure driven by profound grief and a desire for vengeance following the loss of his beloved wife, Lisa Tepes.
Dracula as seen in Castlevania | Netflix
In Castlevania, Dracula’s motivations are rooted in deep pain and love, making his character more relatable and compelling. Ellis emphasizes Dracula’s humanity, transforming him from a one-dimensional antagonist into a tragic figure. This nuanced portrayal allows viewers to see Dracula not just as a villain, but as a deeply wounded character, enriching the narrative with emotional depth and complexity.
Castlevania, The Dracula Warren Ellis Created
Fans may contrast the character of Dracula with the conventional video game franchise.
Dracula as seen in Castlevania | Netflix
In Castlevania, Dracula’s motivations are rooted in deep pain and love, making his character more relatable and compelling. Ellis emphasizes Dracula’s humanity, transforming him from a one-dimensional antagonist into a tragic figure. This nuanced portrayal allows viewers to see Dracula not just as a villain, but as a deeply wounded character, enriching the narrative with emotional depth and complexity.
Castlevania, The Dracula Warren Ellis Created
Fans may contrast the character of Dracula with the conventional video game franchise.
- 7/31/2024
- by Suchetan Das
- FandomWire
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