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☆ China to import 45 foreign video games, grants multiple licences to Tencent
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-28 | by ( Josh Ye | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

BEIJING, Dec 29 (Reuters) - China's video games regulator granted publishing licences to 45 foreign games for release in the country，including seven South Korean games, further lifting rigid curbs that have hammered the industry for 18 months. The approval of imported games effectively marks the end of Beijing's crackdown on the video games industry which began last August when regulators suspended the game approval process. Unlike in most other countries, video games need approval from regulators before release in China, the world's largest gaming market. Other imported games approved include CD Projekt's (CDR.WA) "Gwent: The Witcher Card Game" and Klei Entertainment's "Don't Starve". China approved 76 imported games in 2021 and 456 in 2017.

☆ Netflix's 'The Witcher: Blood Origin' is a Christmas present for superfans only
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-26 | by ( Ani Bundel | Ani Bundel Is A Cultural Critic Who Has Been Writing Regularly Since Her Work Can Also Be Found At Elite Daily | Weta'S Telly Visions | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

Sadly, “The Witcher: Blood Origin,” Netflix’s new spinoff, is a disappointment. Not that the original “Witcher” wholly depended on Cavill as its titular lead. “Blood Origin” is the first live-action spinoff, a prequel deep-dive that chronicles how witchers came to be. Unfortunately, “Blood Origin” doesn’t do much with its excellent pieces. “Blood Origin” just feels like a side quest, something that’s only worthwhile for superfans.

☆ How Netflix has changed the global entertainment industry
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-26 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | Elaine Low | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Since Netflix began its worldwide expansion in 2016, the streaming service has rewritten the playbook for global entertainment — from TV to film, and, more recently, video games. Still, Netflix's impact on the global TV industry is undeniable. More on Netflix's effect on global TV:The streamer's executive team was rebuilt with a global focusIn recent years, Netflix reoriented its leadership around its new global model. Peters also hired a new talent chief with international experience, former PepsiCo executive Sergio Ezama, to lead Netflix's global workforce. More on Netflix's corporate structure:Netflix has seen its first wide layoffs, though it continues to growThe corporate restructuring hasn't been without obstacles.

☆ Amazon to bring fantasy game 'Warhammer 40,000' onto screens
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-16 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Dec 16 (Reuters) - Amazon.com (AMZN.O) will bring popular fantasy game "Warhammer 40,000" to film and television screens, after the tech giant's content unit reached an agreement with Games Workshop Group (GAW.L), the British game developer said on Friday. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" novels - "The Rings of Power", which set a record debut in September for a Prime Video series. UK-based Games Workshop said Amazon will develop its intellectual property into film and television productions, adding that it will also grant merchandising rights to the U.S. company, beginning with the "Warhammer 40,000" universe. Games Workshop makes tabletop fantasy and futuristic battle games including "Warhammer 40,000", set in the 41st millennium. Reporting by Pushkala Aripaka in Bengaluru; Editing by Rashmi AichOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ Henry Cavill says he will not return as Superman
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-14 | by ( Amir Vera | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —DC fans across the globe collectively mourned Wednesday as British actor Henry Cavill said he will no longer be donning the red cape as Superman in the DC Comics extended cinematic universe. Cavill even made a cameo as Superman in a mid-credits scene at the end of “Black Adam,” the DC film starring Dwayne Johnson. “I will, after all, not be returning as Superman,” Cavill wrote. In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman's life, so the character will not be played by Henry Cavill. In the initial stages, our story will be focusing on an earlier part of Superman’s life, so the character will not be played by Henry Cavill,” Gunn said.

It’s a seemingly simple calculation, but supply-chain experts caution that shipping from stores can be more challenging than filling orders at fulfillment centers that are set up for the job. It now packages orders at 116 of its approximately 1,350 stores, said Amiee Bayer-Thomas, the company’s chief supply chain officer. The chain said it has converted areas in 35 stores to serve as semi-automated miniature distribution centers. That is one reason department store Nordstrom is pulling back on shipping orders from stores for its discount brand Nordstrom Rack. The company will continue using Nordstrom stores to fulfill online orders for that brand.

☆ Poland's CD Projekt third-quarter profit soars thanks to Cyberpunk boost
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-28 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

Nov 28 (Reuters) - Polish video game maker CD Projekt's (CDR.WA) third-quarter net profit jumped 500%, topping expectations, helped by sales of its flagship Cyberpunk 2077 game. The studio behind the Cyberpunk and The Witcher franchises said the figure came in at 98.7 million zlotys ($21.94 million), compared to the 88 million zlotys expected by analysts. ($1 = 4.4981 zlotys)Reporting by Anna Pruchnicka; Editing by Jan HarveyOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

The Nintendo Switch Black Friday Bundle, which pairs the console with a Mario Kart game and three-month online membership, all for the same price as the Nintendo Switch alone. Nintendo Switch BundleIf you want to introduce a loved one to the magic of the Nintendo Switch gaming — or just give it a try for yourself — then this bundle is a good place to start. The dock also allows for tabletop gaming, Nintendo says, which can be great when gaming with an audience. Nintendo Switch accessories on sale4.6-star average rating from 17,971 reviews on AmazonThis Bluetooth-enabled, wireless controller has everything you need if you want to play Nintendo Switch games with a crowd, PowerA says. Best Black Friday 2022 gaming salesHere are the best Black Friday gaming sales we think you’ll want to know about.

☆ CD Projekt to release Witcher 3 for next-gen consoles on Dec. 14
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-14 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

Binance halts FTT deposits, CEO says, article with imageFuture of Money category · November 13, 2022Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has stopped accepting deposits of FTX's FTT token on its platform, its chief executive Changpeng Zhao said on Sunday, urging other rival exchanges to do the same.

When measured on the grime factor, “The Rings of Power” has emerged as the dirtier show because of its settings. Elves slog through mud to dig tunnels for their captors. Hobbit-like nomads called Harfoots have soiled skin and shrubbery in their hair. Fighters get caked in ash from an erupting Mount Doom. Ben Rothstein/Amazon

☆ Best new family movies on Netflix? 'Enola Holmes 2' is excellent
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-04 | by ( Ani Bundel | Ani Bundel Is A Cultural Critic Who Has Been Writing Regularly Since Her Work Can Also Be Found At Elite Daily | Weta'S Telly Visions | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +6 min

The sequel to Netflix’s hit feature film “Enola Holmes” may not have the cleverest title, but “Enola Holmes 2” is just as quick-witted and charming as the original. A quirky take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic mysteries, Enola is more than ready for another adorable, all-ages romp. Springer’s books, and the films, invent a female character that Doyle never conceived of, and put her front and center. “Sherlock Holmes” is one of the most adapted mysteries series in history. Hopefully the success of the “Enola Holmes” franchise encourages them to make more.

☆ Henry Cavill exits ‘The Witcher’ as Liam Hemsworth takes over lead role
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Henry Cavill is putting down his blades and moving on from “The Witcher” after three seasons as the leading man on the Netflix series. “As with the greatest of literary characters, I pass the torch with reverence for the time spent embodying Geralt and enthusiasm to see Liam’s take on this most fascinating and nuanced of men,” Cavill wrote. “The Witcher,” which premiered on Netflix in 2019, is based on the fantasy book series by Andrzej Sapkowski and created for television by Lauren Schmidt. “It was something I wasn’t going to let pass me by without giving it my best shot,” Cavill said at Comic Con. They said, ‘They’re not ready.’”But now, Cavill is surely focused on reprising another iconic previous role on his resume.

☆ CD Projekt announces Witcher remake
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-26 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

GDANSK, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Poland's biggest video game maker CD Projekt (CDR.WA) announced on Wednesday that work is in progress on a remake of its flagship game "The Witcher". The project, which is being developed by external studio Fool’s Theory, was previously referred to by the code name Canis Majoris during the company's strategy update earlier in October. CD Projekt shares were up 4.1% by 1447 GMT. Reporting by Adrianna Ebert Editing by David GoodmanOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ Here’s your chance to rewrite the ending to ‘Game of Thrones’
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-08 | by ( Yenny Sanchez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

Afterward, they’ll have to rate and rank the shows, make a short video reviewing “House of the Dragon” and “Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” and rewrite or vlog the ending to “Game of Thrones.”Yes, USDish will publish the new ending for fans to debate. Not only will you get to travel to worlds beyond wonder, but you’ll have the opportunity to rewrite history,” USDish says in the job description. “The series finale of ‘Game of Thrones’ started quite the stir, but you can put your spin on the award-winning HBO series. All you have to do is turn on the TV and nerd out. Applications are due by October 21 and must include a statement or video on why you’d be perfect for the job.

You can watch all the news from the Tudum event live via Netflix's YouTube channel on September 24. How to watch Netflix Tudum 2022You can watch the Netflix Tudum 2022 livestream event on Netflix's YouTube channel. What is Netflix's Tudum event? Tudum is an annual Netflix event that's a lot like Comic-Con for Netflix fans. Tudum 2022 is a chance for filmmakers to talk about popular and upcoming titles with fans.

☆ Netflix insiders reveal how the streamer uses data to drive creative decisions, with 'contentious' debates over renewals and reliance on a sometimes 'flawed science'
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-21 | by ( Elaine Low | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Discussions about renewing shows can be "contentious" between creative execs and data analysts. "When you want to buy a project, they will do an analysis and do a budget ballpark on it," one former Netflix exec told Insider. Compared to similar teams at traditional production companies and Hollywood studios and networks, Netflix's CS&A execs have more of a front-row seat in creative discussions, insiders said. At legacy studios, deciding whether or not to greenlight a show or acquire a film is "much more of a gut instinct," said a second former Netflix exec. That can be particularly useful when assessing whether to acquire certain IP, said a third former Netflix exec.

☆ Netflix și-a lansat propriul magazin online. Ce produse vinde platforma de streaming
▼ + stars: | 2021-06-14 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: +1 min

Netflix a lansat primul său magazin online de produse inspirate de serialele difuzate de populara platformă de streaming. „În scurt timp vor apărea haine și obiecte de decor inspirate din serialul francez «Lupin», acestea urmând a fi realizate în colaborare cu Muzeul Luvru. (De exemplu, puteți găsi, de asemenea, o gamă largă de produse Yasuke la Target). Netflix.shop va fi disponibil mai întâi în SUA înainte de a se extinde în alte țări din întreaga lume în următoarele luni”, se arată într-un comunicat al companiei. Magazinul oficial va ajunge și în alte țări în lunile următoare.

Persons: Netflix, Josh Simon, Netflix.shop Organizations: Luvru Locations: Statele Unite ale Americii, Eden, SUA

Însă, virusul nu doar că a avut puterea să infecteze zeci de milioane de oameni, dar a oprit și filmările pentru o serie de producții pe care le așteptam cu nerăbdare. No Time to Die, noul film cu James Bond, și-a mutat premiera din aprilie 2020, pentru 2 aprilie 2021. Friends (1994-2004)Ce poate fi mai plăcut decât să te infiltrezi în viața personală și profesională a celor șase prieteni din Manhattan? Fiecare episod explorează probleme de familie, romantism, educație, prietenie, dezamăgire și ambiție, precum și diferențele de clase sociale și vârste. Scrubs (2001 – 2010)Spital, pacienți, situații și prietenii – toate acestea vei găsi în episoadele acestui serial plin de umor și curiozități.

Persons: James Bond, Friends, Parks, Meyer Organizations: Fast, Disney, Marvel Locations: Veneția, Italia, Manhattan, New York, Miami Beach, Florida, Indiana, Statelor Unite

Google Play a premiat cele mai bune jocuri ale anului 2020. În 2016, Google a început sa premieze cele mai bune jocuri si aplicații anual in cadrul galei Google Play Awards. Cel mai bun joc din 2020, ales de Google PlayGoogle Play a proclamat Genshin Impact ca fiind cel mai bun joc din 2020. Cel mai bun joc din 2020, ales de jucătoriUtilizatorii Google Play au votat ca cel mai bun joc al anului 2020 jocul SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off. Potrivit Statista.com, aplicațiile de jocuri reprezintă mai mult de 80 % din veniturile castigate de Google Play Store.

Persons: ., Harry Potter, DreamWorks, Bubble, Cook Organizations: Google, App, Disney Locations: Romanian

The Lord of the RingsUnul din cele mai așteptate seriale ale anului. Acțiunea filmului e setată cu mult timp înainte de acțiunea din Hobbit sau Lord of the Rings (triologia). [1]Serialul a fost întâmpinat în mod pozitiv de critici, care au lăudat caracterizarea personajelor, a distribuției și a atmosferei care aduce omagiu filmelor științifico-fantastice din anii 1980. The Wheel of TimeThe Wheel of Time este plasat într-un univers extins, unde magia există, dar numai femeile o pot folosi. The Witcher (Season 2)Bazat pe best-sellerul fantasy cu același nume, The Witcher este o poveste despre destin și familie.

Persons: Margaret Atwood, Crăciun, Peaky, fictiv Hawkins, Hawkins, Wanda Vision, Loki, Dexter, Nicolas Cage, Shadow, . Wednesday, Isaac Asimov, Nicole Kidman, Kiano, Emilio Sakraya, Henriette, David Ali Rashed, Fogg, Jules Verne . Leonardo, Leonardo Da Vinci Organizations: Infinity War, SF, Monetăria Regală, Banca Națională a Locations: Noua Republică, URSS, SUA, Blinders, britanic, Birmingham, Anglia, fictiv, Indiana, Moiraine, Witcher, Rivia, Americii, Monetăria, Spaniei, Banca Națională a Spaniei

☆ Google a publicat topul celor mai bune jocuri pentru Android în 2020. Care sunt acestea
▼ + stars: | 2020-12-05 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: +1 min

Pe lângă lista celor mai bune aplicații de pe platforma Android, Google a publicat și o listă cu cele mai bune jocuri pe care le-am primit pe dispozitivele mobile anul acesta. Listă a fost aleasă în funcție de preferințele echipei editoriale, bazată pe activitatea utilizatorilor, dar și pe preferințele personale ale angajaților săi. Acesta este dezvoltat de un studio din China și pare să fie inspirat de jocuri precum The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild de pe Nintendo Switch, scrie go4it.ro. # Cele mai bune jocuri competitive pentru Android în 2020BrawlhallaBullet echoGWENT The Witcher Card GameLegands of RuneterraThe Seven Deadly Sins: Grand CrossLista celor mai bune jocuri competitive pentru Android include jocuri de lupte, jocuri de cărți și shooter-uri top down, toate disponibile pentru jucat online cu prietenii sau pentru meciuri competitive publice. # Cele mai bune jocuri pe care le poți juca rapid pe Android în 2020Disney Frozen AdventuresDreamWorks Trolls PopEverMergeHarry Potter: Puzzles & SpellsSpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off# Jocuri petru Android cu impact în 2020FancadeGenshin ImpactMinimal Dungeon RPGOrd.

Persons: DreamWorks, Harry Potter, Cook Organizations: Android, Google, Genshin, Nintendo, Cross, Disney Locations: China

Producția a fost lansată pe 23 octombrie, la nivel global. În primele 28 de zile de la lansare a fost vizionat de pe 76 de milioane de conturi. Serialul documentar „Tiger King” a fost urmărit de pe 64 de milioane de conturi în prima lună. Cofondatorul și CEO-ul Netflix Reed Hastings a încasat aproximativ 2 miliarde de dolari în pandemie. Printre cele mai urmărite seriale în timpul lockdown-ului se numără Outer Banks, Ozark și Tiger King.

Persons: Anya Taylor, Marielle Heller, Thomas Brodie, Moses Ingram, Harry Melling, Bill Camp, Beth, Pandemia, Reed Hastings Organizations: Tiger King, Banks Locations: Argentina, Israel, Africa de Sud

☆ „The Queen’s Gambit” a devenit cel mai vizionat serial cu un număr limitat de episoade de pe Netflix
▼ + stars: | 2020-11-25 | by ( Onixmedia Srl | ) diez.md time to read: 1 min

„The Queen’s Gambit” a devenit cel mai vizionat serial cu un număr limitat de episoade de pe NetflixNetflix a anunțat că The Queen’s Gambit a devenit cel mai vizionat serial cu un număr redus de episoade de pe platformă. 62 de milioane de abonați au văzut cel puțin două minute din serial în primele 28 de zile de la lansare. La momentul actual, The Witcher rămâne a fi cel mai vizionat serial de pe Netflix cu 76 de milioane de abonați care au văzut primul sezon. The Queen’s Gambit arată povestea unei tinere jucătoare de şah, care ajunge să îl provoace, în cele din urmă, pe campionul mondial. Pe site-ul Rotten Tomatoes are un calificat de 100 % în urma recenziilor lăsate de utilizatori şi critici.

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