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items: Marvel Rivals codes: Full list of extras and how to redeem them
items: Coronation Street is officially canon in the MCU after Ben Kingsley Marvel reference
items: Wonder Man ending explained: What happened to Simon Williams and what's next?
items: Will there be a Wonder Man season 2? Latest news and speculation
items: Who was Juan "Spike" Osorio? Wonder Man tribute explained
items: Marvel Rivals season 6 update: What changes in the patch notes?
items: Marvel Rivals season 6: Release date and what to expect
items: What do the Avengers: Doomsday teasers really mean? Doctor Doom expert decodes every clue
items: Tom Hiddleston teases "surprising" Avengers: Doomsday plot as he confirms his filming is done
items: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls beta dates – How to get access
items: Marvel Zombies ending explained: Who dies and will there be a season 2?
items: New Wolverine actor revealed as Insomniac game confirms release window
items: After one beta, I'm sold – Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is the next big fighter
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Marvel Rivals codes: Full list of extras and how to redeem them
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date: 2026-03-04T12:48:54.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation
subject: Xbox
description: What codes are there for Marvel Rivals right now?
encoded: If you're looking to bag a freebie in the game, you'll want to make use of some Marvel Rivals codes. Marvel Rivals is still one of the biggest shooters on the market, and is still introducing more and more of the biggest comic book characters from the Marvel universe to the world of gaming. Every so often, developer NetEase gives us a new code or two to use as a nice little treat. You'll want to keep up-to-date with the latest codes as they will net you some free skins! Before we tell you about the latest codes for Marvel Rivals, why not check out our codes pages for other games such as Raid: Shadow Legends, Monopoly Go, The Forge, Genshin Impact, Clash Royale? Now, back to why you're here: the latest Marvel Rivals codes and how to redeem them. Full list of Marvel Rivals codes Currently, there are no available codes for Marvel Rivals. Expired codes SNMRIronman – Iron Man Model 42 skin (Rerun) prt4qpdnxht – Doctor Strange Master of Black Magic skin NWARH4K3XQY — Iron Man: Armor Model 42 skin HEREISTHETHING – Free The Thing Unlimited skin for signing up to Marvel Rivals Unlimited Although they aren't codes, you can get these extra items at no added cost: Scarlet Spider costume | Download from the PlayStation Store (for PS Plus subscribers only) Peni Parker VEN#m costume | Exclusive for PS Plus subscribers as part of the Season 0 bundle Invisible Woman Will of Galacta costume | Watch Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops Blade Vampire Slayer costume | 400 Tokens from the free Battle Pass Storm Queen of Wakanda costume | 400 Tokens from the free Battle Pass We’ll update this page if/when more freebies are confirmed by NetEase Games. How to redeem Marvel Rivals codes To redeem codes in Marvel Rivals, you need to head into the options menu, select 'Bundle Code' and then enter the code you want to redeem. You’ll find the options menu on the main page of the game by pressing pause on your controller, 'Esc' on your keyboard or by clicking on the cog icon in the top right of the screen.…

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Coronation Street is officially canon in the MCU after Ben Kingsley Marvel reference
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date: 2026-01-29T14:53:40.000Z
creator: Nicola Austin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Marvel
subject: News
description: The world's longest-running soap has a surprising nod in the MCU
encoded: Well, we certainly didn’t have that on our 2026 bingo card! In an incredibly unexpected move, Marvel director Destin Daniel Cretton and writer Andrew Guest have effectively solidified Coronation Street - the iconic British soap set in Greater Manchester - as official canon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Yes you read that right: the long-running British soap - which recently celebrated its 65th birthday - has been referenced in the MCU, courtesy of the latest Marvel Spotlight series, Wonder Man. The flagship ITV series recently shared a landmark episode with fellow soap juggernaut Emmerdale called Corriedale, revolving around the fallout of a high-stakes multi-vehicle pile-up. The explosive event proved incredibly successful, with a record of nearly 5 million viewers tuning in live. The hour-long special marked the biggest TV peak audience for a soap since 2022, with many fans likening the crossover to their own juggernaut Avengers-esque event. The amusing reference appears in episode 2 of Wonder Man, titled Self-Tape, as Yahya Abdul-Mateen II’s struggling actor Simon Williams seeks the help of Trevor Slattery (played by Oscar winner Sir Ben Kingsley) to film a self-tape for a casting agent. As Trevor welcomes Simon into his home, the up-and-coming actor admires the various scripts, props and tapes adorning the veteran actor’s room - before stopping at one tape in particular. Labelled Coronation Street, episodes 616 – 619 and 646 – 649, Simon points to this VHS tape and asks, "You played Ron Jenkins, right?". "Well done!" Trevor replies, before acting out an exchange in the iconic Rovers Return, ordering "a pint of bitter, please, and one for my friend". "Every Brit did their stint. The producers were thrilled to get me after my run as [King] Lear," he adds. The surprise exchange in Wonder Man proved an amusing, 'I understood that reference' moment for many British viewers, with several fans taking to social media to share their delight at the first official confi…

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Wonder Man ending explained: What happened to Simon Williams and what's next?
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date: 2026-01-28T11:00:02.000Z
creator: David Opie
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Contains Trailer
subject: Disney
subject: Marvel
description: Every twist and reveal broken down...
encoded: It's fitting that the creator of DC's Wonder Woman invented an early prototype of the lie detector, because Marvel's male counterpart, Wonder Man, is based almost entirely on lies. Or at least the MCU version of Simon Williams that's played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. There's the lies that Simon's tells himself, desperately trying to suppress his devastating ionic power. Then there's the lies he tells on set everyday, pretending to be just another ordinary man. Never mind that he's an actor whose stock and trade is artifice. Yet despite all this, Williams is still devastated when it turns out that his new best friend, Trevor Slattery (Ben Kingsley), has also been lying this whole time too. Originally planted as a mole by the Department of Damage Control (DODC), the former 'Mandarin' quickly grew fond of Williams, developing a real friendship as they auditioned together for the Wonder Man movie. But by the end of episode seven, the jig was up. "Hell of a performance," says Williams as he storms out, leaving Slattery behind, genuinely gutted by how the truth hurt his one real friend. Fit to burst with rage, Williams finally snaps, unleashing all the ionic energy he's kept inside. It's a good thing he's in an empty studio or someone could have got hurt. Still, the Wonder Man crew who helped build the set sure won't be pleased the next day, and there's the little matter of a reporter from the New York Times who's still snooping around on the lot… So what does all this mean for Williams? Is an Oscar on the cards? Avengers membership? Or how about prison? Marvel's Wonder Man ending explained: Where does Simon Williams go? The season one finale begins in the past, showing us again just how formative the '80s Wonder Man film was on Simon and his relationship with his father. These moments they shared are the driving force for everything Williams does, although we sort of got the message already a few flashbacks ago. The next morning, news of the explosion he caused reaches Sl…

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Will there be a Wonder Man season 2? Latest news and speculation
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date: 2026-01-28T10:00:44.000Z
creator: Nicola Austin
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Marvel
description: Could Marvel’s most meta Disney+ series return for another season?
encoded: As Marvel’s latest character makes his small-screen debut in the hugely meta Disney+ series Wonder Man, many fans are already wondering whether the show could be granted the (very rare) greenlight for a second season. Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and fan favourite Sir Ben Kingsley, the series follows up-and-coming actor Simon Williams as he attempts to make his mark in Hollywood. Hoping to land an audition for the lead role in an in-universe reboot of Wonder Man, Simon enlists the help of the hapless Trevor Slattery (Ben Kingsley). Marvel live-action Disney+ shows have often been one-and-done affairs, typically designed either to introduce new characters into the MCU or to further explore existing ones in standalone - or spinoff - stories. Series such as Wandavision, Echo, Ironheart, She-Hulk, Ms. Marvel, Agatha All Along and Moon Knight all fall into this category. Very rarely have viewers been rewarded with a second instalment, with Loki proving the most notable exception. Wonder Man was originally conceived as a limited series - but could the much-praised dynamic between its two leads help it buck the trend? Read on for everything you need to know about the potential for a Wonder Man season 2. We’ll keep this page updated with the latest news on a potential second season as soon as anything is announced. Will there be a second series of Wonder Man on Disney+? Hollywood satire meets superhero origin — Wonder Man was originally devised as a limited series, with just one season planned. Following the debut of the first season on Disney+, there has been no official announcement from Marvel Studios or Disney+ regarding a follow-up. However, with it’s meta format and strong central performances, the door may not be completely closed for Simon and Trevor. According to Brad Winderbaum, Head of Marvel Television and animation, the decision ultimately comes down to audience response and whether the show actually finds an audience on the streaming platform. Speaking to En…

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Who was Juan "Spike" Osorio? Wonder Man tribute explained
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date: 2026-01-28T04:00:54.000Z
creator: David Opie
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Marvel
description: The first episode of the Marvel show features a tribute card.
encoded: Most Marvel heroes strive for greatness, but in Wonder Man, Simon Williams isn't trying to be a superhero. Instead, he hopes to wow the public with his acting, so his biggest fight is keeping those impressive powers of his under wraps. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's struggling actor is joined by fellow actor slash former "terrorist" Trevor Slattery (Sir Ben Kingsley), who the world remembers as the so-called "Mandarin" from Iron Man 3. Together, they're fighting to appear in a new remake of the classic Wonder Man superhero film that Simon loved growing up. Questions abound, however, when it turns out that not everyone is who they say they are. When it comes to questions, another is raised at the end of episode 1 when a dedication appears before the credits roll, which reads: "In memory of Juan 'Spike' Osorio." So, who is Juan Osorio? And why did Wonder Man pay tribute to him? Read on for everything you need to know about Spike. Who was Juan "Spike" Osorio? Osorio was a veteran lighting technician who worked in the electrical department across multiple Hollywood productions. Before Wonder Man, he was credited on a wide array of sci-fi and fantasy projects including The Dark Tower, American Born Chinese, and Marvel's 2018 sequel Ant-Man and the Wasp, plus more grounded fare such as Mayans M.C. and The Conners. According to interviews with fellow crew members (via The Daily Beast), Osorio worked in the army before moving to Hollywood. Rigging gaffer Dave McGrory explained that Osorio once survived a devastating explosion while serving in the Middle East. "He was in a Humvee that drove over an IED which exploded. And he basically watched his closest guys die in front of him,” McGrory said. "And there was another firefight in a cave in Afghanistan, where he was wounded with some shrapnel. I know that because he got a scar under his left eye, from rock fragmentation." McGrory added: "The man made it out of Afghanistan, and didn’t make it out of the studio system." What happened …

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Marvel Rivals season 6 update: What changes in the patch notes?
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date: 2026-01-15T16:34:09.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: What's new?
encoded: At long last, Marvel Rivals season 6 is here, bringing with it all the wonderful things that any new season does. New heroes, new maps, new skins, these patch notes are brimming with content. So, if you're excited to see what's new in the world of Marvel Rivals, here are the full season 6 patch notes for you to peruse. Marvel Rivals season 6 update: What changes in the patch notes? There's lots to go through in this patch, so it's been split up into different sections to make things easier to read. Without further ado… The Best Hero Ever (It's Me!) Deadpool is joining Marvel Rivals! Katanas, quips, healing factor, now available at a spawn point near you. I'm here to slice, dice and steal the spotlight. And yes, I talk. A lot. New Plot Twists & Tales New Serial – Night at the Museum! It's like that other one, but with more explosions and 90% more Deadpool. New Deadpool Lore – Hero In His Own Mind. Hey, I take offense to that! Hero Proficiency, Now with Extra Bragging Rights Lorded everyone? Not anymore! Season 6 brings more levels, more rewards, and more reasons to keep flexing your main. Unlock them all and make your lobbies jealous. (And the best part, all that sweet Proficiency that you've been stockpiling will not go to waste. It's getting automatically converted into shiny, new levels with the update. That means if you've been a total sweat and racked up a mountain of Proficiency, you'll INSTANTLY unlock new rewards. Boom! Achievement unlocked. No extra button-mashing required.) New Systems Times Square – Epic Photo Mode: New camera toys! Capture your most heroic, hilarious, or humiliating moments. Pick your fav filter and share with others. Insta, eat your heart out. Controller Settings – Share the Genius: Save, share, and swap controller configs. Now you, too, can have Deadpool-level reflexes (results may vary, batteries not included). New In Store Available from January 16th 2026 Deadpool – Captain Pool Bundle: It's me in a hat. Buy it. Venom – Marvel Cosmic …

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Marvel Rivals season 6: Release date and what to expect
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date: 2026-01-13T12:24:18.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation
subject: Xbox
description: "Daddy needs to express some rage."
encoded: If you're excited for Marvel Rivals season 6, you don't have long to wait, as the release date is coming up fast. For many players, season 5 was a bit disappointing, and they'll be hoping that NetEase can get back to their best with Night at the Museum. And it already seems like a promising one, with a certain Merc with a Mouth set to make his debut this season. So, when does season 6 of Marvel Rivals release, and what can we expect from it? Here's what you need to know. When is the Marvel Rivals season 6 release date? Marvel Rivals season 6 is scheduled to release on 16th January 2026. The new season, dubbed 'Night at the Museum' is scheduled to run until 20th March, and like any new season, will bring new heroes, maps, team-ups and more. At the time of writing, NetEase hasn't confirmed when season 6.5 will begin, but we imagine it will begin on 13th or 20th February. What to expect from Marvel Rivals season 6 The biggest news about Marvel Rivals season 6 is that we are getting two new heroes: Deadpool and Elsa Bloodstone. While we don't know much about how they will work in game, Deadpool is almost certainly going to be a Duelist, with his pistols, katanas and close-quarters combat style fitting the role perfectly. Elsa, on the other hand, could work as either a Duelist or Strategist – her strength and rifle would make her a good option for Duelist, while her magic, if implemented right, would make her a good Strategist. She could potentially make a hybrid of the two, like Mantis, playing as a Strategist with high DPS potential. As for new maps, the season 6 trailer takes place in a museum (hence the season's name), which is owned by the Collector, AKA Taneleer Tivan. We expect that this museum will be added to the game as a new map. There may be a second map, but NetEase hasn't announced anything about any more maps thus far. Of course, there will be a new Battle Pass full of new skins, new events to look forward to, and a shake-up of the Team-Ups, but no info on…

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What do the Avengers: Doomsday teasers really mean? Doctor Doom expert decodes every clue
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date: 2026-01-09T13:10:32.000Z
creator: Mark Hibbett
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Marvel
description: The teasers have huge hints if you look closely enough.
encoded: Marvel have now released four teaser trailers for Avengers: Doomsday, featuring the return of much-loved characters such as Steve Rogers, Thor, and the X-Men. However, fans have been left disappointed by the fact that Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom has so far been absent. Or has he? If we look closely enough, follow a few Doom clues, and trust some slightly spurious mathematics, then Doom looms into view like a masked and megalomaniac Where's Wally, with huge hints as to what he's going to be up to and even when we're going to find out more. I'm the world's leading (and also only) academic expert on Doctor Doom, with a book and a PhD all about him, and I've used my knowledge of every Doctor Doom comic ever to decode all of the Avengers: Doomsday teasers so far. The Child-catcher View oEmbed on the source website The first of the two trailers reveals that Chris Evans is returning as Captain America, aka Steve Rogers. We see him riding up to an old house where he's looking after a baby who is either his and Peggy's child or, if not, the first client in a new career as 'Nanny America'. The second trailer, with Chris Hemworth as Thor, shows him stomping through a forest on his way to battle. As he stomps he thinks back to some quality time spent with his adopted daughter, Love, with both of them in snazzy matching jim jams. So far so cosy, but sadly history tells us that a movie involving Doctor Doom and children is unlikely to be about the benefits of co-parenting or sleep hygiene. For example, in the 1970 story 'The Son of Doctor Doom!' Doom claimed to have a child of his own, but it soon turned out to be a clone, grown to be a spare body which Doom could transplant his own brain into. A few years later he tried a similar trick by adopting a boy called Kristoff who had a happy childhood right up to the moment he had his mind wiped and replaced with an old recording of Doom's brainwaves, turning him into a living back-up copy. View oEmbed on the source website Doctor D…

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Tom Hiddleston teases "surprising" Avengers: Doomsday plot as he confirms his filming is done
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date: 2025-12-31T11:39:11.000Z
creator: Calum Russell
subject: Movies
subject: Disney Plus
subject: Marvel
subject: News
description: Just one more year to wait...
encoded: It might not be coming out until this time next year, but already Tom Hiddleston is exciting Marvel fans for the release of Avengers: Doomsday in December 2026. In a cover story with GQ, the actor behind Loki, Thor’s adopted brother and beloved Lord of Mischief, teased that his character would be continuing his "glorious purpose," as set out by the finale of his own Disney+ series in 2023. In the climactic episode of the celebrated series, Loki became the protector of the entire multiverse, holding the delicate branches of realities together in a major development of his rebellious character. We’ll have to wait until December next year to find out exactly how Loki will fit into Avengers: Doomsday, but Hiddleston promises that the film will be "monumental." "The centre of the story is absolutely brilliant, and was so surprising when I read it. It just has never been done before." The actor’s comments come shortly after the release of the latest Avengers: Doomsday teaser, in which Chris Hemsworth’s Thor prays to his father, Odin, for protection in battle so that he can be reunited with his daughter, Love. The teaser came one week after Disney revealed that Chris Evans’s Steve Rogers would be returning for the long-awaited movie, no doubt fighting side-by-side with Anthony Mackie’s new-look Captain America. Hiddleston’s Loki joins a vast array of returning characters for the ensemble superhero blockbuster, joining the likes of Mr Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Shang-Chi (Simu Liu), Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), and many more. Avengers: Doomsday is set for release on 18th December, 2026, while the next Marvel movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is premiering months earlier on 31st July. Meanwhile, Tom Hiddleston is set to return as Jonathan Pine for the new season of The Night Manager on New Year's Day on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Read More: I'm Tom Hiddleston, and this is why The Night Manager is back and needed in an ever-more uncertain and fragmented …

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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls beta dates – How to get access
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date: 2025-11-12T11:30:45.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: ArcSys is back.
encoded: Another Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls beta is on the way to build even more hype around what is surely the most highly anticipated fighting game around right now. Developer Arc System Works have run riot in the last decade with Dragon Ball FighterZ and Guilty Gear Strive, and their next game looks like it could be the best of the lot. So, if you want to know when the Marvel Tōkon beta 2 starts and how to get access, here's what you need to know. When is the Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls closed beta? The next Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls closed beta will take place between 5th and 7th December 2025. The beta will begin at midnight PST, so here's what time that means in time zones around the world: US West Coast (PST) – 12am US Mountain (MST) – 1am US Central (CST) – 2am US East Coast (EST) – 3am UK (GMT) – 8am Central Europe (CET) – 9am Singapore (SGT) – 4pm Japan (JST) – 5pm Australia East Coast (AEDT) – 7pm New Zealand (NZDT) – 9pm This is the second beta period for the game, following a weekend closed beta in September 2025. As well as a host of improvements and balance changes, it will introduce new heroes Spider-Man and Ghost Rider, as well as the two new stages Savage Land and the X-Mansion. How to get access to the Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls closed beta If you were already registered for the September beta, you will be automatically registered for this one too – nothing to do! If you didn't get in last time, though, here's what you need to do. To get access to the Marvel Tōkon beta, you have to sign up on the game's official PlayStation store page via a web browser. Once you're on the page, scroll down until you reach the 'Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Closed Beta' section, and click 'Register now'. If you haven't already, complete the steps to sign up for the PlayStation Beta program. Once you're finished, you'll receive an email confirming that you've been automatically enrolled in the Marvel Tōkon beta. It should be mentioned that signing up for beta access …

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Marvel Zombies ending explained: Who dies and will there be a season 2?
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date: 2025-09-26T08:49:02.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Marvel
description: What happened at the end of the four episodes, and if we'll get any more. *CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR THE ENDING OF MARVEL ZOMBIES*
encoded: The highly anticipated Marvel Zombies season 1 has come and gone with an ending that’s left us on the type of cliffhanger we’ve not seen since the likes of Avengers: Infinity War. Across the mini-series’ four-episode run, we saw a wildly different story than the original 2005 comic written by Robert Kirkman — who, at the time, was also in the early days of his incredible runs of Invincible and The Walking Dead. Just like the What If... Zombies?! episode of What If…? that this series adaptation follows, the best thing about these alternative-reality Marvel Zombies stories is that anyone can die at any time, since there’s no concern about maintaining a mainline MCU continuity. What was a surprise, though, was that season 1 didn’t end the story as neatly as we would’ve thought, and left a lot of unanswered questions. Including who dies, which characters survive, and whether a season 2 is on the cards, everything key to know about Marvel Zombies’ ending is about to be explained. Marvel Zombies ending explained: What happened? During the climactic battle in the finale of Marvel Zombies’ four episodes, the efforts of the remaining heroes to protect Infinity Hulk from getting his abundance of cosmic Infinity Stone powers by the zombified Scarlet Witch (aka Wanda Maximoff/the Queen of the Dead/the Red Queen), and her scion army of the undead, end in defeat. Despite being able to smash his way to victory against zombie Thor, Wanda gets the drop on Infinity Hulk while he’s looking at Kamala, and starts to absorb all the energy of the Infinity Stones within him. Although it’s easy to wonder how Infinity Hulk could be caught off-guard so effortlessly, since this all-powerful version of Bruce Banner is wielding the powers of all six Infinity Stones and the Hulk combined, this was likely due to his exhaustion and being rusty when it comes to fighting. After all, he has literally just been sitting in Paris for five years doing nothing but absorbing all that energy. That also seems…

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New Wolverine actor revealed as Insomniac game confirms release window
type: item
date: 2025-09-25T10:04:40.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: Marvel Comics
subject: News
description: Positively slashing.
encoded: After what seems like an eternity, yesterday's PlayStation State of Play finally gave us some news on Marvel's Wolverine, including a big reveal of its star actor. Since the title was confirmed in 2021, Marvel's Wolverine has garnered tremendous anticipation among gamers, although news on its progress has been few and far between. Now, alongside a brand-new trailer and the game's official cover art, developer Insomniac Games has revealed the voice behind the iconic hero. Rather aptly, Hugh Jackman, who has effectively become synonymous with the role over the past two decades, will be replaced by fellow Australian Liam McIntyre for the Insomniac title. On the role, McIntyre said: "Fans out there know what Wolverine is who he is. My job is to try to find the essence of who Wolverine is, especially as it applies to our story. "People hurt him, take from him, people betray him. He still fights for people who can't fight for themselves." McIntyre is perhaps best known for playing the lead role in both Spartacus: Vengeance and Spartacus: War of the Damned, although he also has some pedigree in the gaming world. He provided the voice of JD Fenix in both Gears of War 4 and Gears 5, and more recently played Taron Malicos in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. View Green Video on the source website As well as revealing McIntyre in the lead role, last night's State of Play also confirmed the game's release window, with Marvel's Wolverine slated for a Q3/Q4 2026 release. As for the contents of the game itself, a blog post from the official PlayStation website reads as follows: "In this story, [Wolverine] is on the hunt to uncover the secrets of a dark past that keeps eluding him. Unfortunately, in this world, he'll have to dig his claws deep to pull any shred of information that may lead to answers. "Often, that means shredding into a relentless onslaught of enemies who aim to stop him by any means necessary. Fuelled by unflinching resilience (and a rapid healing factor), Wolverine w…

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After one beta, I'm sold – Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is the next big fighter
type: item
date: 2025-09-08T15:49:34.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Comment
subject: Marvel
subject: Marvel Comics
description: Tōk-on top.
encoded: It's an interesting time for fighting games. With Tekken, Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat all having recently released games, a gap has opened, ripe to be exploited. Three games – all tag fighters – are looking to fill it: Riot Games' 2XKO, Quarter Up's Invincible VS, and Arc System Works' Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. After a brief hands-on at Gamescom, I can confirm that Invincible VS is looking very promising. As for 2XKO, Riot seems intent on fumbling what was once a slam dunk. Unfortunately for both, after this weekend's beta, I am 100 per cent sure Marvel Tōkon is set to be the next big fighter. The first reason for that is that, at least for my first hour or so in the game, I had no idea what I was doing. The game, like Dragon Ball: FighterZ before it, features an auto combo system that is explained to you alongside various other mechanics such as assists, supers, and more. It's nice to have a beginner-friendly means of playing, but beyond that, the game has a level of depth that only becomes clear when you get your hands on it. Tōkon is mechanically dense. Not only does it require your inputs to be on point, as any fighter does, but the level of skill expression available is tremendous. From the moment you start throwing out combos, it is readily apparent that this game has a sky-high skill ceiling – one the likes of me has no hope of reaching in a measly beta period. I spent the first hour of my time in the beta just throwing out strings in the practice mode, seeing what worked and what didn't, testing out various assists, supers and more. Each character, beyond being simply zoners, rushdown, etc., had their own gimmick that opened up even more avenues of play. Star Lord, in my opinion, was the best example of this thanks to a Restand mechanic that offered phenomenal combo potential, and it was hardly surprising to see so many people playing him online. But he was far from the only character with such a gimmick. Dr. Doom has his teleports and shields which…

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Marvel Rivals director defends female character skins and points to "classic comic designs"
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date: 2025-08-14T14:45:29.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: News
description: "I'm very grateful these deigns have been well received by the majority of players."
encoded: Since first gracing our screens at the end of last year, Marvel Rivals has built an impressive audience. But some onlookers have questioned whether its female character designs verge too far into sexualisation. Characters like Psylocke, Emma Frost and the Invisible Woman have all gone viral on social media for their rather revealing skins, earned in-game or bought from the store for real-life money. During a recent Rivals Assembled interview, Marvel Rivals creative director Guanggang was asked about accusations of Marvel Rivals being a "gooner game". That is a slang term that is used to describe any game which has over-sexualised characters. "Our design is inspired by classic comic themes, including some very outstanding skins like Mantis and also Psylocke's Vengeance," he replied, "these all come from classic comic designs, and we create some more fashionable designs based on them to gain players' appreciation. I think this also reflects the broad recognition from our players." Later in the interview, Guanggang goes on to explain the process behind developing some of the skin designs: "As mentioned earlier with the Squirrel Girl and the Krakoa Resort skin, these are actually designs based on real-world themes and the season's storyline. "For designs like these, we try our best to integrate the storylines from the season, including elements from Krakoa, and blend popular elements from real life. "We create new designs based on that and I'm very grateful these deigns have been well received by the majority of players." The debate about 'gooner games' is not a new one, with similar discourse hitting games such as Stellar Blade and The First Descendant in the last couple of years. But while these accusations are perhaps more apt for a game like The First Descendant, which initially blew up on launch in part thanks to its viral designs before almost immediately haemorrhaging players, it feels reductive to say the same of Marvel Rivals. Rivals continues to rack up huge p…

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Spider-Man star Tom Holland responds to James Bond casting rumours: "There's speculation"
type: item
date: 2025-08-03T10:38:36.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Movies
subject: James Bond (franchise)
subject: Marvel
subject: Marvel Cinematic Universe (franchise)
subject: News
description: The name's Man. Spider-Man.
encoded: With Daniel Craig vacating the role of 007 after 15 years in the job, the hunt for the next James Bond is heating up, and one of the bookies' favourites is playing coy about it all. Speculation about who could be the next Bond is rampant, following reports that the shortlist for the iconic role has been whittled down to three: Harris Dickinson, Jacob Elordi and Tom Holland. Now, Holland has broken his silence on the situation, acknowledging it but choosing not to divulge too much information about what may be going on. In a video on Gordon Ramsay's YouTube channel in which the pair chat while making a fried chicken sandwich, Ramsay wryly asked Holland: "Ever thought about using the word 'James' with future movies going forward?" Holland, smiling, immediately replied: "Listen, there's speculation at the minute. We'll keep it to a minimum for now," before adding: "We'll get there one day." View oEmbed on the source website Although reluctant to share any details, Holland didn't hide his enthusiasm for the role of Bond. "Every young British actor, it's the pinnacle of working in our industry," he explained. "I already consider myself to be the luckiest kid alive. I could never have dreamed to have the career that I've had." While Bond may be the pinnacle, Holland is currently still hard at work on the fourth film in the MCU's Spider-Man series, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with filming getting under way in Glasgow earlier this week. On the Bond side of things, the new Amazon-led production has continued to add to its ranks, with Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight joining as a writer alongside previously announced director Denis Villeneuve. Whoever ends up as 007 will have big shoes to fill, with Daniel Craig's 15-year stint delivering some of the franchise's most popular films, such as Casino Royale and Skyfall. Check out more of our Film coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Rad…

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Fortnite Fantastic Four skins: Release date and how to get
type: item
date: 2025-07-25T10:57:32.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Fortnite
subject: Marvel
subject: Marvel Cinematic Universe (franchise)
description: These skins sound pretty, uh, good!
encoded: As we near the start of the next Fortnite season, Epic Games is rounding off the ongoing super season in a big way! To celebrate the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Fortnite has introduced a collection of Fantastic Four skins to the game. So, if you're curious about the Fortnite Fantastic Four skins and are wondering how to get them, read on for everything you need to know! Fortnite Fantastic Four skins release date The Fortnite Fantastic Four skins release at 1am on 26th July 2025 in the Item Shop. For those of you in the Americas, that translates to 25th July at 5pm PT / 8pm ET. This coincides with the release of the film itself on the same date. However, while this is the full release date, players had the chance to unlock the skins before they were available in the shop via the Fantastic Four Cup, a Squads Cup that took place on 23rd July. How to get the Fortnite Fantastic Four skins Each member of the Fantastic Four has received their own unique skin in the Fortnite Item Shop. The four skins are based on their characters from the film, meaning all you Pedro Pascal fiends out there will be able to play as Hollywood's current favourite son in-game. All of these skins will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop, either on their own or as part of a Bundle, with one mega Bundle containing all the new cosmetics together! Here's how much everything will cost: Fantastic Four Full Bundle – 3,600 V-Bucks (Includes everything) Reed Richards Bundle – 1,600 V-Bucks (Includes Fantastic Fists Pickaxe and Fantastic Calculations Emote) Susan Storm Bundle – 1,600 V-Bucks (Includes Psionic Orbs Pickaxe and Force Field Shatter Emote) Johnny Storm Bundle – 1,800 V-Bucks (Includes Torch's Flame Pickaxe and Flame On! Emote) The Thing Bundle – 1,500 V-Bucks Fantastic Four Space Craft Glider – 800 V-Bucks Sue's Fantastic Logo Back Bling – 300 V-Bucks Johnny's Fantastic Logo Back Bling – 300 V-Bucks Four Girder Pickaxe – 800 V-Bucks It's Clobberin' Time! Emote – 300 V-Bucks …

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Marvel Rivals season 3 release date: UK Launch time and patch notes
type: item
date: 2025-07-11T09:00:23.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: You better wake up.
encoded: Marvel Rivals season 3 is out later this afternoon! That is, if everything goes smoothly and Marvel Rivals hits its expected UK launch time. But until then, we'll go over what to expect in the new season, as well as what changes have been made in a list of patch notes. But whether you are playing ranked or casual, there should be something new for everyone to enjoy. Though no doubt, some rebalancing will send some controllers flying. Season 3 will see the introduction of a new two new heroes as well, with one arriving today and another later in August. And to help you get the most out of season 3, be sure to check out the best Marvel Rivals crosshair codes so that you can be on target. Maybe, you'll finally get out of bronze... When is the Marvel Rivals season 3 release date? Marvel Rivals season 3 is currently scheduled to begin on 11th July 2025. Dubbed 'The Abyss Awakens', this season focuses on the additions of two new heroes: Phoenix and Blade. Here's how the official trailer describes the season: "In the wake of the Timestream Entanglement, Knull stirs deep within Klyntar's core, stretching his shadowed hands across the cosmos. Power promised by the dark symbiote god beckons the awakening of a new queen. "The Phoenix arrives from across the stars to erase Klyntar before the darkness can rise again! However, she'll require unlikely aid from a warrior of two worlds who lives to fight against the tide of night. "As the god of the symbiotes and the Phoenix Force collide, will you burn with the light of creation or embrace the darkness?" When is the Marvel Rivals season 3 UK launch time? The Marvel Rivals season 3 UK launch time will be around 12PM BST. For previous updates, the servers typically go down around 10AM BST and come back up two hours later. With that in mind, if everything goes according to plan, we should be able to hop straight back in around noon. Perfect then for a cheeky few lunchtime rounds of Marvel Rivals before we have to go back to work and s…

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Why was Marvel's Black Panther game cancelled by EA?
type: item
date: 2025-05-29T10:12:25.000Z
creator: Cole Luke
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: Wakanda not forever, according to EA.
encoded: It’s been a rough few years in the gaming industry, with lay-offs and closures galore, and unfortunately, this trend seems set to continue with another high-profile game and studio being shuttered, but why was Marvel’s Black Panther game cancelled by EA? First reported on by IGN, staff members of Cliffhanger Games, the studio developing the Black Panther game, received an email, seen by IGN, announcing the closure from Laura Miele, the EA Entertainment president. In the email, Miele is reported to have said that the cancellation of Black Panther (as well as other titles such as the in-development Titanfall game) was due to EA wanting to "sharpen our focus and put our creative energy behind the most significant growth opportunities". These "significant growth opportunities" being the many EA Sports franchises, The Sims, Battlefield, Apex Legends and the upcoming Skate reboot. In 2024, CEO Andrew Wilson announced that EA would be "moving away from development of future licensed IP that we do not believe will be successful in our changing industry". Marvel’s Black Panther very much fits the bill here, so perhaps it isn’t a surprise to see its cancellation come to pass, but being so far into 2025 could suggest an internal review took place to gauge how the project was developing. View Green Video on the source website It is also common practice for companies to wait until the new tax year before cancelling a project, as tax write-offs reduce taxable income, but there is nothing to suggest that this is what EA has done. The people working at Cliffhanger Games, founded by Kevin Stephens, who used to head Monolith Productions responsible for Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor, are said to be moved to different projects across the company, as opposed to being laid off entirely, according to IGN. As games continue to get more expensive to develop, the number of closures is no doubt set to continue. This can range from projects such as Black Panther that are yet to see the light …

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David Tennant reveals he wanted Fantastic Four role before Pedro Pascal got the part
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date: 2025-05-25T11:23:44.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Marvel
subject: Marvel Cinematic Universe (franchise)
subject: Marvel Comics
subject: News
subject: Tenth Doctor
description: One super smart doctor is not enough for him, eh?
encoded: When it comes to media darlings, you would be hard-pressed to name many better candidates than David Tennant and Pedro Pascal. The ever-popular Tenth/Fourteenth Doctor from Doctor Who and Joel of The Last of Us fame, respectively, Tennant and Pascal, have each developed their own broad and dedicated fan followings. And it appears that those followings may include each other, or at least, one of them does, as David Tennant has revealed that he initially wanted to play Pascal's role of Reed Richards in the upcoming Fantastic Four reboot. On Saturday (24th May 2025), MCM Comic Con at Excel London was buzzing when superstar Tennant was welcomed to the Main Stage (and livestreamed to two others due to his popularity) to discuss his eclectic career. A crowd of the actor's devoted fans had the opportunity to ask questions. Among them, one fan asked Tennant, regardless of likelihood, gender or age, which superhero and supervillains he would most like to play. "I think in terms of supervillains, I got the best one with Kilgrave," he responded, referencing his manipulative villain in Netflix’s MCU series Jessica Jones. "In terms of superheroes, I did slightly have my eye on Reed Richards, and unfortunately, it looks like they’ve gone in a different direction,” Tennant answered with a smile. He added: "Although if it has to be someone, I’m very happy for it to be Pedro Pascal." View Green Video on the source website Pascal has certainly been a popular choice. Reed Richards is, of course, the leader of Marvel's Fantastic Four as Mister Fantastic and will be played by Pascal in the upcoming new take on the characters as they enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Pascal will be joined in the Fantastic Four cast by Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman/Susan Storm, Joseph Quinn as Human Torch/Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing/Ben Grimm. But while Tennant may be missing out on Mister Fantastic, he certainly has enough on his plate at the moment to keep him busy. He has ju…

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How to watch Captain America: Brave New World – can you stream it?
type: item
date: 2025-05-15T11:28:14.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Disney Plus
subject: Marvel
description: We finally have a streaming release date...
encoded: Captain America: Brave New World has finally confirmed its Disney+ streaming release date – and there isn't too long to wait at all! The 35th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the fourth film in the Captain America film series landed on our screens earlier this year, following on from the events of the Disney+ limited series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Anthony Mackie reprises his role as Sam Wilson, now having truly taken on the mantle of Captain America as he combats dangerous new threats, while other The Falcon and the Winter Soldier stars join him, including Carl Lumbly as aged super soldier Isaiah Bradley and Danny Ramirez as Wilson's comrade in arms Joaquin Torres. The film had its digital release in April, but fans who missed the movie in cinemas (or simply want to watch it again) might be wondering when it'll be available to stream from the comfort of your own home for no extra charge. Here are all the details you need on how to watch Captain America: Brave New World. How to watch Captain America: Brave New World at home Captain America: Brave New World is now available to purchase on digital platforms. This means you can watch the film via online digital retailers including on Amazon Prime Video and the Apple Store. But if the film's underwhelming reviews have left you unsure whether you want to rent or buy it, read on for everything you need to know about when you'll be able to watch it for free on Disney+. When will Captain America: Brave New World be streaming on Disney+? Captain America: Brave New World will become available to stream for no additional cost for subscribers on Disney+ on 28th May 2025. This won't come as a huge surprise for fans, as Disney typically gives its releases at least a 100-day exclusive theatrical/pay-to-watch window. This was the case with the last MCU movie Deadpool & Wolverine. View oEmbed on the source website While we wait for the film to land on streaming, in the meantime you can watch The Falcon and the Win…

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Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra release date delayed so game "lives up to our vision"
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date: 2025-05-14T11:49:34.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: News
description: Wakanda For-next year.
encoded: Marvel 1943: Ride of Hydra's release date has been delayed until 2026, it has been announced. Inspired by the 2010 Captain America / Black Panther: Flags of Our Fathers comic series, the game was initially scheduled for a holiday 2025 release. That has now changed, with developer Skydance Games announcing a delay via social media. "We have an important update: Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra will now be launching in early 2026," their statement reads. "Taking this additional time will allow us to add more polish, and make sure we give you the best possible experience, and one that lives up to our vision." View oEmbed on the source website First unveiled at GDC 2024 as part of an Unreal Engine showcase, Rise of Hydra is the latest game from industry icon Amy Hennig, creator of the Uncharted series, and her first since leaving Naughty Dog. The game's plot synopsis reads: "In the chaos of war, worlds collide. Captain America and Azzuri, the Black Panther of the 1940s, must overcome their differences and form an uneasy alliance to confront their common enemy." Starring Drew Moerlein as Captain America and Khary Payton as Black Panther, Hennig stated in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that the game's setting has allowed the developers to "do a bunch of interesting things." "It led us to tap into all the things that I love, all of the wonderful tropes of World War II-era adventure films, classic men-on-a-mission movies and all of that," she explained. "There's a lot of intrigue in our story, a lot of twists and turns, fascinating characters, and interesting locations." Unfortunately, players will have to wait a bit longer to experience that story, with Rise of Hydra marking the latest in a series of games to delay their release dates, including Dune: Awakening and, of course, GTA 6. View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Gaming coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to…

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Marvel Rivals season 2: Release date, patch notes and what to expect
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date: 2025-04-08T12:59:21.000Z
creator: Alex Raisbeck
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation 5
subject: Xbox
description: Ice to see you.
encoded: We're approaching the end of the first full season of Marvel Rivals, and season 2 is set to be bigger and better. Since releasing at the end of 2024, Marvel Rivals has well and truly cemented itself as one of the biggest shooters around. So, when does season 2 start, and what's included? Read on for everything you need to know. When is the Marvel Rivals season 2 release date? Marvel Rivals season 2 launches at midnight UTC on Friday 11th April 2025. This was officially confirmed by developer NetEase via the game's official website and at the end of the trailer showcasing the new season. As the start of a brand-new season, it's set to be a massive update, so there's plenty of content to cover. View oEmbed on the source website What to expect from Marvel Rivals season 2 The official story for season 2 is described like this: "After the intense Eternal Night saga and defeat of Dracula, Emma Frost has prepared a lavish celebration, inviting everyone to don their best attire and venture to the Mutant haven of the Living Island Krakoa for the annual Hellfire gala. "But as we know, heroes never truly get a peaceful vacation. The uninvited Ultron has crashed the party, and the attending heroes must spring into action to protect Krakoa's greatest treasure from his grasp." As you might have gathered, there are two new heroes joining the roster in season 2: Emma Frost and Ultron. We already know that Emma Frost will be a Vanguard (something the game has desperately needed more of), but Ultron's class hasn't been revealed yet. We're also getting a new map – HELLFIRE GALA: KRAKOA – set to the backdrop of the aforementioned lore. While those are the biggest new additions, there are still plenty of smaller changes being made to the game. New Team-Ups are being added to the title, with some of the existing ones being tweaked or removed entirely. Weekly missions are being introduced in addition to daily ones to help out with unlocking in-game rewards. Naturally, a new season also me…

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WandaVision's Elizabeth Olsen says Marvel films are "not really the art I consume"
type: item
date: 2025-04-05T11:08:39.000Z
creator: Morgan Cormack
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Marvel
subject: News
description: Olsen gained worldwide recognition for her roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
encoded: Elizabeth Olsen has described how her own taste in film doesn't always align with her roles, particularly in reference to her work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Appearing on NPR’s Wild Card With Rachel Martin podcast, Olsen said of her Marvel role as Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch: “I think I haven’t always successfully made choices in my work that are aligned with my personal taste and that is something I feel like I’m still trying to prove when I meet people. “Especially if it’s a work type meeting and be able to express my personal taste in films and literature, and so I still think I have that to prove.” She went on: “Because I have spent so many years doing Marvel that I feel like all the other jobs I have to do have to really reflect my personal taste because as much as I love being a part of this world — and I’m proud of what I’ve been able to do with the character — it’s not really the art that I consume. Which I have been very honest about.” More recently, Olsen has starred in independent films like His Three Daughters and The Assessment, having last starred as her MCU character in 2022’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Speaking about joining the MCU in the first place, Olsen said: "I thought they were such great Greek-type scale stories that reflected politics, culture in a really lovely way. “And so I felt really proud to jump into it. And then, within the last 10 years, it’s taken on this narrative of like, it’s like a hot take, whether an actor says they want to, they would never do a Marvel movie or not.” Read more: A Minecraft Movie is "not the canonised version of Minecraft lore", says director Succession creator's new film sets premiere date – with first look at starry cast Olsen's character is arguably one of the biggest in the MCU, having starred in numerous films and her own hit series WandaVision, which gave fans further insight into her character and has left many pining for more. Olsen initially debuted as Scarlet With in a post…

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Avengers movie directors are "definitely open" to making Marvel games – but they have other gaming plans first
type: item
date: 2025-03-11T14:39:01.000Z
creator: Belle Law
subject: Gaming
subject: News
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: Could the Russo brothers breathe new life into Marvel gaming?
encoded: With Marvel continually branching into the world of gaming, fans will be excited to hear that the Russo brothers, known for co-directing Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame and two Captain America films, have expressed a potential interest in creating Marvel games. The pair are set to direct the next Avengers films, 2026’s Avengers: Doomsday and 2027’s Avengers: Secret Wars. However, with their most recent film, The Electric State, set to release on Netflix this week, the Russo brothers' production company, AGBO, has developed a tie-in mobile game, The Electric State: Kid Cosmo, in collaboration with the streaming platform. With AGBO expanding into gaming, following the $400 million investment made by South Korean gaming giant Nexon in 2022, it is very plausible the brothers could help develop future Marvel gaming titles. The excitement around this possibility came up in an interview with Variety, where the Russos declared that they wouldn’t say no to the opportunity to develop games tied to their upcoming Marvel films, but that their focus is on large-scale transmedia projects based on original ideas. "We would definitely be open to it," Joe Russo said when asked about the potential for a Marvel gaming project, sat alongside his brother and collaborator, Anthony Russo. "Right now, what we’re doing is creating new IP. At AGBO, we want to tell new stories." Fortnite co-creator, Donald Mustard, joined the AGBO team as a partner in late 2023 following his departure from Epic Games. Joe Russo said in the interview: "Anthony and I and Donald are working together to build out new worlds. And we have three that we’re currently working on that the intention is, for every world we build to have the scale and depth of a Star Wars universe, but in a different genre." Joe Russo also emphasised Mustard’s core involvement within AGBO, adding: "We have a new partner at the company who is one of the greatest game developers in history, Donald Mustard, he’s the creator of Fort…

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Marvel Rivals player count: How many people are playing?
type: item
date: 2025-02-19T10:53:23.000Z
creator: Jon Nicholson
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation
subject: Xbox
description: That's a lot of Jeffs.
encoded: During its short lifespan, Marvel Rivals has managed to become one of the most popular games of 2025. NetEase Games' hero shooter sees millions load into the action as their favourite characters from the Marvel universe with the aim of defeating the other team and securing outright victory. It's available across all next-gen consoles as well as PC, with crossplay being praised for how effortless it's made the experience. Not to mention the free-to-play element has to be taken into account. The number of players playing is constantly changing. Here, we've got everything there is to know about the Marvel Rivals player count and whether it's falling, steady, or continuing to rise. Marvel Rivals player count – How many people are playing? As of writing, the 24-hour peak of Marvel Rivals players on Steam was 318,993. That's approximately half of its all-time peak, which is 644,269 players (via SteamDB) Despite the decline, the number of players is continuing to hold strong as fans of the game continue to play casual and competitive matches. Marvel Rivals sales numbers – How many people have downloaded the game? View oEmbed on the source website NetEase Games has confirmed that Marvel Rivals has been downloaded by 20 million people! That’s an impressive number, and one that has continued to climb. You might be asking why there are so many players in Marvel Rivals. The answer is simple enough: It’s free to play and from Marvel. While not every free-to-play game manages to earn overnight success and build a big player base after a week, Marvel Rivals has managed both those things. People like Marvel, we guess. Marvel Rivals is available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. Read more on Marvel Rivals: Is Marvel Rivals free? - what you can pay for Marvel Rivals crossplay - is it cross-platform? Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops - how to claim Marvel Rivals team-ups explained - all combinations Will Marvel Rivals be on PS4? - platforms explained Check out more of our Gaming …

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Captain America: Brave New World ending explained and post-credits scene spoilers
type: item
date: 2025-02-17T11:50:45.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Marvel
description: Everything you need to know about Anthony Mackie's first big screen outing as Captain America.
encoded: *Warning: Major spoilers ahead for Captain America: Brave New World. * The MCU is back on the big screen, for the first of three brand-new movies releasing this year. Captain America: Brave New World sees Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson firmly in the role of Captain America after taking it on from Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) in Avengers: Endgame and struggling to come to terms with it in Disney Plus's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. The film may have arrived to a lacklustre critical reception and fan reaction, but it has so far taken in an impressive box office haul over its first few days, meaning plenty of viewers have already seen how things play out for Sam in his battle against Tim Blake Nelson's The Leader and Harrison Ford's Red Hulk. The film also sees Danny Ramirez's Joaquín Torres take on the mantle of the Falcon from Sam, while it picks up a number of plot threads from previous Marvel movies that fans thought had been forgotten. But how does the film come to an end and how does it set up the rest of the Multiverse Saga? Here's everything you need to know about the ending and post-credits scene for Captain America: Brave New World. Captain America: Brave New World ending explained: What happens to President Thaddeus Ross? As Brave New World opens, we see the world at the brink of war over the discovery of Adamantium and the Celestial Island (remember that plot line from Eternals?). Ford's President Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross is on a mission to strike a worldwide treaty assuring fair distribution of the Adamantium – plus, he casually asks Sam to rebuild The Avengers. Of course, that has now planted the first seed for the next Avengers films, Secret Wars and Doomsday. But when Sam's friend, war veteran Isaiah Bradley (Carl Lumbly) seemingly attempts to assassinate the President during a visit to the White House, the world is thrown into chaos. Isaiah insists it wasn't him and Sam must get to the bottom of what has happened to his friend. Things are only made …

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Marvel Rivals characters list: All playable heroes and new characters
type: item
date: 2025-02-14T11:15:45.000Z
creator: Morgan Truder
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation
subject: Xbox
description: More heroes have arrived.
encoded: The Marvel Rivals character list is expanding all the time, with new heroes and villains being added as playable characters each season. With Season 1 now hurtling towards its conclusion, the collection of characters only continues to grow with the Fantastic 4 all being added. We'll need to update our tier list again soon! All the characters have extra skins to be unlocked/purchased, too, with some even being released as codes. On top of what has already been confirmed, there are a load of leaked Marvel Rivals characters, all rumoured to be coming to the game before long. Keep reading below to find the full Marvel Rivals roster, including who the latest new characters are and who has been leaked/rumoured. You'll find the full roster of current playable heroes and villains at the end of the page with information about them and their class, too! New Marvel Rivals characters explained The newest additions to Marvel Rivals are the Fantastic Four. They were added in Marvel Rivals season 1, which began on Friday 10th January 2025. Below are the four new characters being introduced and what class they are: Mister Fantastic (Dualist) The Invisible Woman (Strategist) The other two Fantastic Four members, The Thing and the Human Torch, are also set to arrive during Season 1 on 21st February 2025. View oEmbed on the source website On top of the above characters who have already arrived, plenty of leaks have dropped about who might be arriving later on. All leaks may not come to pass, but these rumours have been pretty accurate so far. Here's every leaked character, rumoured to be coming in the future: Angela Beast Blade Captain Marvel Colossus Cyclops Daredevil Deadpool Emma Frost Gambit Hit-Monkey The Hood Jean Grey Jia Jing Jubilee Locus MODOK Nightcrawler Paste-Pot Pete Professor X Rogue Ultron Valkyrie Marvel Rivals characters list at a glance Below are all the playable characters in Marvel Rivals at present: Black Panther Doctor Strange Groot The Punisher Hela Iron Man Lo…

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When is Marvel Rivals mid-season update? Date confirmed and what to expect
type: item
date: 2025-02-11T15:13:25.000Z
creator: Matt Poskitt
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
description: The Fantastic Four unites!
encoded: Since launching in December, Marvel Rivals has been a huge fit with fans with over 20 million players downloading the game to date. The third-person hero shooter then entered its first official season in January and is now set for a mid-season update, which has already caused some discontent. Developed by NetEase Games, the Chinese studio initially planned to reset players' rankings before an outcry from fans made them rethink the new update. So, while it's been a mad 24 hours with things chopping and changing, we now have some firm details of what to expect. Not only do we have a release date for the Marvel Rivals mid-season update but we now know when the remaining Fantastic Four line-up will join. Thankfully for anyone who is a fan of Ben Grimm/The Thing and Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, they won't have to wait much longer. When is Marvel Rivals mid-season update? Marvel Rivals mid-season update is set to take place on 21st February 2025 – more specifically, this is when the first half of the season will conclude at 8am on that date. The original idea was to reset player rankings on this date. However, developer NetEase walked this back following the response from fans. "After the release of Dev Talk 10 regarding the seasonal rank adjustment, we received a wealth of feedback from the community," wrote NetEase in a blog post. "A common concern was the pressure associated with having a rank reset every half-season, which has made participating in competitive mode less enjoyable. In light of the community's input, we have decided to make some changes to optimise the rank system." The statement then goes on to address the new changes. What to expect from the Marvel Rivals mid-season update The headline feature of the Marvel Rivals mid-season update is that The Thing and Human Torch will be added to the Marvel Rivals update on 21st February. They follow the rollout of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman on 10th January, now completing The Fantastic Four in its en…

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Will Doctor Doom be in The Fantastic Four: First Steps?
type: item
date: 2025-02-05T13:27:22.000Z
creator: Louise Griffin
subject: Movies
subject: Sci-fi
subject: Marvel
description: Fans are eager to see the Robert Downey Jr villain.
encoded: It's been a long time coming, but it's finally almost time to welcome Marvel's first family in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The upcoming film has been teased for a long time, but fans were finally treated to a trailer, introducing cast members Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm, aka the Thing. But, with the trailer focusing on villain Galactus, voiced by Ralph Ineson, fans are wondering if the next big bad of the MCU, Doctor Doom, played by a returning Robert Downey Jr, will appear. Here's everything we know so far. Will Doctor Doom appear in The Fantastic Four: First Steps? While there's not been an official confirmation, yes, we'd expect Robert Downey Jr's Doctor Doom to appear in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. However, the film is clearly focused on Galactus as its main antagonist so we'd only expect Doom to play a small role, or even have a cameo appearance, as the setup begins for Avengers: Doomsday. View oEmbed on the source website Our guess would be that Doom will appear in a mid-credits or post-credits scene, much like Thanos did when he was teased as the big bad for the Infinity Saga. The Fantastic Four: First Steps will take place in a different universe to the main MCU timeline (the "sacred timeline" if you will), and we know that Doctor Doom also hails from a different timeline - so could these two timelines be the same one? Who plays Doctor Doom in the MCU? Of course, Robert Downey Jr will take on the role of Doctor Doom in the MCU. The news was announced at San Diego Comic-Con 2024. Downey took to the stage in Hall H wearing the Doctor Doom mask and outfit in front of hundreds of stunned Marvel fans, going on to say: "New mask, same task." It was also revealed that Infinity War and Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo will return to helm the two new Avengers movies, with the former of the films retitled from The Kang Dynasty to Doomsday. …

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Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops explained: What you need to do
type: item
date: 2025-01-23T10:41:52.000Z
creator: Cole Luke
subject: Gaming
subject: Technology
subject: Marvel
subject: PlayStation
subject: Xbox
description: More great rewards for Marvel Rivals.
encoded: If you're looking to get more out of your Marvel Rivals game and your Twitch viewing experience, you'll want to make the most of Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops. When a Rivals Twitch Drops event is live, you can earn free in-game rewards including new Sprays, Nameplates, Emotes and even Costumes. Once you have earned a reward by watching Drops Enabled Twitch streams, you can claim them on the Twitch Drop Inventory page and then find them in your Marvel Rivals inbox in-game. It's worth noting that in-game emails last just 30 days. Claim those Twitch Drops rewards quickly! Read on to find out everything there is to know about how to get Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops rewards and how to connect your accounts. Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops explained: What you need to do To earn Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops, you need to watch a Twitch stream in the Marvel Rivals category, enable Twitch Drops and watch for at least 30 minutes before receiving a Drop. As of writing, the Twitch Drops Season 1 part 1 event is taking place. It began on 10th January 2025 and comes to an end at 11:30 pm (UK time) on 25th January 2025. We will update this page as more drops are announced throughout the game's life. You can also find the latest Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops news on the news page of the official Marvel Rivals website. Here are all of the rewards on offer until 25th January below: Watch 30 mins: Hela [Will of Galacta] Spray Watch 1 hour: Hela [Will of Galacta] Nameplate Watch 4 hours: Hela [Will of Galacta] Costume View Green Video on the source website How to connect Marvel Rivals to Twitch To connect Marvel Rivals to Twitch, you need to head to the official Marvel Rivals website and log in to both Marvel Rivals and Twitch. Once you have followed the steps on the Marvel Rivals website and have logged in to both your game account and Twitch account, you should be able to claim any Twitch Drops rewards. Remember, you need to watch Twitch streams with the 'DropsEnabled' tag for long enough to earn yo…

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