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Dying Light 2 Arises From Microsoft E3 Press Conference

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In the midst of Microsoft’s press conference during E3 2018, Techland unveiled a pleasant (undead) surprise to the crowd of video game enthusiasts. Audiences speculated as to what title would be attached to the depressing, post-apocalyptic landscape somewhere in a fictional Europe.

Things became a little more clear when the snarls and growling of unseen creatures rose as the audible backdrop to adrenaline filled parkour and malicious hand-to-hand combat (with crude hand axes composed of shattered street signs).

Striding onto the stage, Techland’s narrative designer, Chris Avellone, reveals that action packed footage that just had audience members clenching their chairs was, in fact, in-game footage of Dying Light 2.

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After separating on their own creative endeavor from parent company, Deep Silver, Techland brought innovation to both the zombie and open world RPG genres with Dying Light. The game focused on gathering any supplies you could to craft weapons, combatting an oppressive crime syndicate in the midst of a zombie apocalypse, and trying to find shelter before the sun would set–lest you risk the run in with the apex zombie predators you are sure to die at the hands of.

The fluid parkour mechanics combined with the smooth combat made Dying Light a noticeable content in the zombie game department, the game engine’s movement capabilities providing hours of replay value.

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Avellone went into detail about the sequel, the most obvious deviance from the first being the setting–a lush green and grey Europe as opposed to a yellow and brown sandy Turkey. Dying Light wanted players to interact with the characters in the world to unlock side stories and weapon blueprints, but Dying Light 2 will put even more emphasis on character interaction for the sake of its core gameplay.

The world of Dying Light 2 will inhabit a shifty crime syndicate and an oppressive (remaining) state government trying to keep order in the apocalypse. Players will be able to choose which faction they will aid on their playthrough, and can make a plethora of choices that can lead to various endings of the campaign. Each of the choices will directly affect the world around the player both physically and in their available choices. This is a similar aim that was taken in the DeadRising and Infamous series, which would seem appropriate to add into Dying Light‘s universe.

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Weapons forged in the setting almost appear cruder than the previous game’s, straight out of a Road Warrior film.

Unfortunately, while we saw weapons and human enemies, the hordes of ravenous undead did not make much of an appearance, but Avenolle alluded to the threat the night time mechanic will still present in this title.

All in all, Dying Light 2 seems to be on the right path with adding something to help the story, but not straying far from basic principles of the fast and fluid movement, and intense combat from its predecessor.

Before the release of Dying Light 2, Techland will be cashing in on the “battle royale craze” with the stand-alone expansion Dying Light: Bad Blood (sometime in 2018). You can check out our article covering the undead battle royale here!

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A24 Creating New Action Thriller “Onslaught” From ‘The Guest’ & ‘You’re Next’ Duo

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It’s always nice to see a reunion in the world of horror. Following a competitive bidding war, A24 has secured the rights to the new action thriller film Onslaught. Adam Wingard (Godzilla vs. Kong) will be directing the film. He will be joined by his longtime creative partner Simon Barret (You’re Next) as the scriptwriter.

For those unaware, Wingard and Barret made a name for themselves while working together on films such as You’re Next and The Guest. The two creatives are card carrying horror royalty. The pair have worked on films such as V/H/S, Blair Witch, The ABC’s of Death, and A Horrible Way to Die.

An exclusive article of out Deadline gives us the limited information we have on the topic. Although we don’t have much to go on, Deadline does offer the following information.

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“Plot details are being kept under wraps but the film is in the vein of Wingard and Barrett’s cult classics like The Guest and You’re Next. Lyrical Media and A24 will co-finance. A24 will handle worldwide releasing. Principal photography will begin in Fall 2024.”

A24 will be producing the film alongside Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett for Ryder Picture Company, Alexander Black for Lyrical Media, Wingard and Jeremy Platt for Breakaway Civilization, and Simon Barret.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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Director Louis Leterrier Creating New Sci-Fi Horror Film “11817”

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According to an article from Deadline, Louis Leterrier (The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance) is about to shake things up with his new Sci-Fi horror film 11817. Leterrier is set to produce and direct the new Movie. 11817 is penned by the glorious Mathew Robinson (The Invention of Lying).

Rocket Science will be taking the film to Cannes in search of a buyer. While we don’t know much about what the film looks like, Deadline offers the following plot synopsis.

“The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…”

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey,” said Leterrier. “It’s what excites me about 11817‘s wholly original concept and the family at the heart of our story. This is an experience that movie audiences won’t forget.”

Leterrier has made a name for himself in the past for working on beloved franchises. His portfolio includes gems such as Now You See Me, The Incredible Hulk, Clash of The Titans, and The Transporter. He is currently attached to create the final Fast and the Furious film. However, it will be interesting to see what Leterrier can do working with some darker subject material.

That’s all the information we have for you at this time. As always, make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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New to Netflix (U.S.) This Month [May 2024]

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Another month means fresh additions to Netflix. Although there aren’t many new horror titles this month, there are still some notable movies well worth your time. For instance, you can watch Karen Black try to land a 747 jet in Airport 1979, or Casper Van Dien kill giant insects in Paul Verhoeven’s bloody sci-fi opus Starship Troopers.

We are looking forward to the Jennifer Lopez sci-fi action movie Atlas. But let us know what you are going to watch. And if we have missed something, put it in the comments.

May 1:

Airport

A blizzard, a bomb, and a stowaway help create the perfect storm for the manager of a Midwestern airport and a pilot with a messy personal life.

Airport ’75

Airport ’75

When a Boeing 747 loses its pilots in a midair collision, a member of the cabin crew must take control with radio help from a flight instructor.

Airport ’77

A luxury 747 packed with VIPs and priceless art goes down in the Bermuda Triangle after being hijacked by thieves — and time for a rescue is running out.

Jumanji

Two siblings discover an enchanted board game that opens a door to a magical world — and unwittingly release a man who’s been trapped inside for years.

Hellboy

Hellboy

A half-demon paranormal investigator questions his defense of humans when a dismembered sorceress rejoins the living to wreak brutal vengeance.

Starship Troopers

When fire-spitting, brain-sucking bugs attack Earth and obliterate Buenos Aires, an infantry unit heads to the aliens’ planet for a showdown.

May 9

Bodkin

Bodkin

A ragtag crew of podcasters sets out to investigate mysterious disappearances from decades earlier in a charming Irish town with dark, dreadful secrets.

May 15

The Clovehitch Killer

The Clovehitch Killer

A teenager’s picture-perfect family is torn apart when he uncovers unnerving evidence of a serial killer close to home.

May 16

Upgrade

After a violent mugging leaves him paralyzed, a man receives a computer chip implant that allows him to control his body — and get his revenge.

Monster

Monster

After being abducted and taken to a desolate house, a girl sets out to rescue her friend and escape from their malicious kidnapper.

May 24

Atlas

Atlas

A brilliant counterterrorism analyst with a deep distrust of AI discovers it might be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

Jurassic World: Chaos Theory

The Camp Cretaceous gang come together to unravel a mystery when they discover a global conspiracy that brings danger to dinosaurs — and to themselves.

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