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Guillermo Del Toro Reveals He Tried to Adapt BioShock Into a Movie, but 'Disastrous' Phone Call Ended the Project Before It Began

Brian Altano, Virginia Glaze — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0000

"You know, I tried."

Acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro confirmed that he was involved in early concepts for a BioShock movie, but said the project was ultimately scrapped after a “disastrous” phone call.

Speaking with IGN as part of the IGN30 Icons Series, del Toro admitted that he “never” wants to make a video game …

Guillermo del Toro on Blade 2, Working With Kojima, and Lots of Red Bull | IGN30 Icons

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0000

IGN’s Brian Altano sat down with legendary filmmaker Guillermo del Toro to discuss the last 30 years of his career. Guillermo del Toro speaks candidly about working with Wesley Snipes on the set of Blade, creating iconic monsters, his canceled game Insane, working with Hideo Kojima, and the game’s he’s obsessed with, like…Angry Birds?Tickets are on sale now for Pan’s Labyrinth 20th Anniversary return to theaters on October 9th.

'That’s a Movie Star' — Guillermo del Toro Credits Wesley Snipes for '100%' of Blade's Iconic Persona After Marvel Studios' Mahershala Ali Reboot Canceled

Brian Altano, Virginia Glaze — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0000

"I don't want the toys. I want the man."

In the newest episode of our IGN30 Icons Series, Blade 2 director Guillermo del Toro revealed why he believes Mahershala Ali’s Blade movie never got off the ground — and it’s not because of Kevin Feige.

First announced in 2019, Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated Blade reboot suffered numerous setbacks and was …

Fortnite - Official Fortnitemares 2026 Cinematic Trailer

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:14:18 +0000

Watch the Fortnite Fortnitemares 2026 cinematic trailer for the battle royale game for a peek at what's coming to the event. The new trailer teases the iconic Freddy Krueger from Nightmare on Elm Street, Five Nights at Freddy's, and more horror surprises. Fortnitemares returns to Fortnite on October 1, 2026.

Godzilla Minus Zero Review

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:13:00 +0000

Godzilla movies have long had a problem: What do you do after the initial thrill of a quote/unquote serious Godzilla origin story? Can the filmmakers somehow continue the deep thematic underpinnings of that first adventure, even while upping the visual ante with more giant monster action? How do you offer a probing commentary about the world we live in – which is what the best of the genre is known for – when you’ve got skyscraper-sized lizards slugging it out MMA-style?It is under these circumstances – or should I say restrictions? – that Godzilla Minus Zero enters the ring. As the sequel to the much-praised Godzilla Minus One from three years ago – a picture that dealt with, among other things, notions of survivor’s guilt, hope in the face of hopelessness, found family, and more – Minus Zero is on the ropes from the start. Can returning writer-director Takashi Yamazaki wring even more out of his characters, who have already been to hell and back, while also blowin’ up stuff real good? In a word, no.Watch the video for our full review!

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered - Official Launch Trailer

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:07:54 +0000

Take a look at the Launch Trailer for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, a new and improved version of the critically and commercially acclaimed action RPG developed by CD Projekt Red. Players will embark on a grand adventure as Geralt of Rivia, with enhanced visuals, improved gameplay mechanics, and more, with both the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions included. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is available now for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store).

God of War Laufey - Official Pre-Orders Open Trailer

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:16:26 +0000

Check out this latest look at God of War Laufey, the new entry into the Norse Saga of God of War from Sony Santa Monica. Play as Laufey for the first time, portrayed by Deborah Ann Woll, a warrior and wife to Kratos, who had passed in the early moments of God of War 2018, but she awakens in Everywhen, a realm that seems to pull from several different cultures. Wield her power as she fights against dark forces inside of Everywhen as she seeks to preserve the plans put in place to protect her family. God of War Laufey launches February 16th for PlayStation 5.

The Mummy 4 Set Photos Reveal Brendan Fraser as Rick O'Connell

Wesley Yin-Poole — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:40:51 +0000

Wrap it up.

Just days after The Mummy 4 set photos revealed Rachel Weisz as Evelyn O'Connell, we now have the first confirmed images of Brendan Fraser reprising his iconic role as Rick O'Connell.

Page Six published photos of the 57-year-old Fraser filming at a former military base in Suffolk, …

Rebel Moon 3 Sounds Like It's Unlikely to Happen After Zack Snyder Issues Update

Wesley Yin-Poole — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:19:39 +0000

I've got a bad feeling about this.

Rebel Moon 3 looks like it’s stuck in a galaxy far far away after creator and director Zack Snyder issued a pessimistic update about the sequel’s chances.

Snyder’s flashy Rebel Moon franchise for Netflix was meant to usher in a new Star Wars-style universe, but both 2023’s Rebel Moon – Part …

Avengers: Endgame Writer Tried a Version Where Hawkeye Made the Soul Stone Sacrifice, but Female Colleagues Convinced Him Who It Needed Be

Tom Phillips — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:08:39 +0000

"Don't you do this to her."

A version of Avengers: Endgame featured another hero making the Soul Stone sacrifice, until writer Stephen McFeely was convinced against this by female Marvel colleagues.

Warning! Spoilers for Avengers: Endgame follow...

Endgame features the sad death of founding Avenger Natasha Romanov, AKA Black Widow, who makes the ultimate sacrifice to ensure …

Dan Trachtenberg Developing Sleeping Beauty-Inspired Movie at Disney — So Where Does That Leave Predator?

Wesley Yin-Poole — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:24:53 +0000

On the chopper block.

Predator fans were left wondering what’s next from the franchise after director Dan Trachtenberg was confirmed to be taking on a new movie inspired by Sleeping Beauty.

Trachtenberg, who is credited with successfully reviving the Predator franchise with the superb Prey in 2022, the well-received animated movie Predator: Killer …

Doctor Who's Most Iconic Set Has Now Been Torn Down

Tom Phillips — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:07:42 +0000

Sign of the time.

Doctor Who's iconic TARDIS set has been torn down, as the series' hiatus continues.

The TARDIS was housed at the studios of Bad Wolf, the series' former production company, which is not expected to be involved in the show's future. Indeed, the BBC has now begun casting its net to find …

'I Don't Fully Understand the Plot': Alan Cumming Can't Explain Avengers: Doomsday, But Reveals He Was Required to Lie On Top of Florence Pugh's Black Widow

Tom Phillips — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:38:06 +0000

"I've never met you, but you lay on top of me."

X-Men star Alan Cumming has admitted he "didn't fully understand" the plot of Avengers: Doomsday while filming his scenes — one of which involved getting close to Florence Pugh's Black Widow.

If this latest tidbit from the Traitors host sounds familiar, it's because Cumming has leaked snippets about his …

Reacher Season 6 Confirmed While Season 5 Is Still in Production

Wesley Yin-Poole — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:57:02 +0000

Punch up.

There’s no end to Reacher in sight, after Amazon green lit Season 6 while Season 5 is still in production.

Variety reported that Reacher Season 4, whose season finale hit Prime Video earlier this month, reached a whopping 66 million viewers within 28 days of launch. That’s …

Wordle Today (#1928): Hints and the Answer for September 29, 2026 Puzzle Out Now

Aritra Bhowmick — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0000

In Wordle, players have a total of six attempts to solve the puzzle.

Can’t get today's Wordle right? Check out these tips to help you solve the five-letter word for September 29, 2026, and beat Wordle #1928.

Wordle #1928 Hints and Clues (September 29, 2026)

Here are the clues to solve today’s Wordle puzzle:

Word Length

The word is a noun, and …

Monster Hunter Outlanders' New Elder Dragon: Ruger Aidal Boss Battle Gameplay & Impressions

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:00:59 +0000

IGN's Nick Limon went hands-on with the latest build of Monster Hunter Outlanders to take on the series newest Elder Dragon exclusive to Monster Hunter Outlanders: Ruger Aidal. This boss battle features an awesome parry opportunity. This VOD also shows off gameplay from the Tokyo Game Show demo with Odogaron gameplay as well as a look at some of the new movement mechanics in this mobile game. Available on iOS and Google Play Store on October 29th. Pre-register now.Presented by Monster Hunter Outlanders.

Monster Hunter Outlanders - Official Release Date Trailer

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Watch the Release Date Trailer for Monster Hunter Outlanders, a mobile monster-hunting action RPG developed by TiMi Studio Group and Capcom. Players will take the thrill of the hunt on the go with the latest entry in the franchise to craft, explore, and take on dangerous monsters in the field. Get a look at new gameplay ahead of the release of Monster Hunter Outlanders, launching on October 29 for iOS and Android.

Quarantine Zombies 2: Day Zero - Official Announcement Trailer

IGN India — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Here's a look at the Announcement Trailer for Quarantine Zombies 2: Day Zero, a first-person survival action shooter developed by Stones Games. Players will explore an open-world Chicago to protect survivors from the undead, screen refugees for infection, and obtain new weapons and upgrades along the way. Quarantine Zombies 2: Day Zero is coming soon to PC (Steam).Wishlist the game on Steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4127610/Quarantine_Zombies_2_Day_Zero/

Naughty Dog Will 'Fully Reveal' Intergalactic in 2027, but No Release Window Yet

Ryan Mccaffrey — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:37:33 +0000

PlayStation's signature studio has a few irons in the fire.

Naughty Dog studio head Neil Druckmann concluded this year's "The Last of Us Day" by giving updates on the developer's current projects, teasing two new The Last of Us projects that "will expand the canon of The Last of Us beyond Part I and Part II" without confirming whether or …

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil Movie Is So Popular, It Increased RE2 Remake Sales by More Than 50% on PS5

Virginia Glaze — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:12:59 +0000

"Homie, it is intact. Open the door please."

Data shows that Zach Cregger’s film adaptation of Capcom’s flagship horror franchise was so successful, it boosted sales for copies of both Resident Evil 2 Remake and RE4’s 2023 remake on the PlayStation 5.

Cregger’s Resident Evil has enjoyed resounding success on all fronts; not only is it the single …

Resident Evil Fans Have Already Modded Austin Abrams' Character from the Movie Into RE2

Michael Cripe — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:44:30 +0000

Think I could get a little bit of that?

As Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie spreads to theaters across the globe, one dedicated fan has managed to create a Resident Evil 2 mod featuring Austin Abrams' character, Bryan.

Considering the modding community's history with Capcom's legendary survival horror game franchise, a mod based on the new live-action adaptation …

The Elder Scrolls Doesn't Have a New Vegas-Like Spinoff Because Todd Howard Is 'Very Protective' of the Franchise, Former Dev Claims

Michael Cripe — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:54:16 +0000

"There are a lot of people for whom The Elder Scrolls is now ESO."

The Elder Scrolls never got a Fallout: New Vegas-like spinoff because Todd Howard is "very protective" of the IP, according to former Bethesda developer Kurt Kuhlmann.

Kuhlmann, who served as lead designer and senior designer at the Microsoft studio for 20 years before leaving in 2023, shared details on …

Backrooms Director Kane Parsons Wants a Limited Series to Pull Off Horror Franchise's 'Main Ending'

Virginia Glaze — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:45:08 +0000

“There’s a few things that I would love to talk about when I can soon."

Backrooms director Kane Parsons says he’s always had a “main ending” in mind for his liminal space story, which he says would be best served as a limited series.

Parsons, while not the original creator of the viral 4Chan greentext post responsible for kicking off the Backrooms craze, …

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Is Reportedly Already Planning a Re-Release With New Footage

Cade Onder — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:22:15 +0000

Swinging back into theaters.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is reportedly already planning a re-release, which will feature new footage.

Deadline has reported that Sony is preparing a new cut of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which will be released into theaters in the future. There's currently no word on when this re-release …

Void Soul Awakening - Official Extended Gameplay

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:09:07 +0000

Don't miss the Extended Gameplay for Void Soul Awakening, a third-person action roguelike RPG developed by VisRay Studios. Players can get a look at over 13 minutes of fast-paced gunplay, sorcery, and action-packed hack-and-slash combat. Take on brutal bosses from run to run in Void Soul Awakening, coming soon to PC (Steam).

The Cycle - Official Trailer

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:07:09 +0000

Here's the Official Trailer for The Cycle, a crime horror thriller distributed by Shudder. Witness a daughter find her long-dead father's body in The Cycle, which releases on Shudder on October 23.When the body of a man missing for thirty-six years is discovered at the scene of a horrific crime, it’s up to his estranged daughter to unravel his dark past.The Cycle stars Deborah Ann Woll, Jeffrey Donovan, Will Hochman, Jack Doolan, Carl W., and more. The film is directed by Jordan Downey and is written by Jordan Downey and Kevin Stewart.The Cycle releases on Shudder on October 23.

Doctor Doom Appears to Be Abducting Heroes in Avengers: Doomsday

Cade Onder — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:40:16 +0000

Big green.

The directors of Avengers: Doomsday seem to be teasing that Doctor Doom is abducting different heroes from around the Marvel universe.

At the end of Avengers: Endgame Encore, a recent re-release of the 2019 film with additional footage, Bruce Banner is seen recording a video message in a bunker. He …

Everything Coming to HBO Max in October

Blythe Dujardin — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:31:37 +0000

What's replacing Lanterns?

We're headed into spooky season, and HBO Max is picking up some big horror franchises like A Nightmare on Elm Street to celebrate. The streamer will also be closing out the first season of Lanterns, the latest DC series, while premiering movies from the Warner Bros. slate as well as …

Sails - Official Gameplay Trailer

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:28:50 +0000

Check out the Gameplay Trailer for Sails, a pirate survival multiplayer game developed by Fortune Interactive. Players will craft, plunder, and live out the pirate's life to seek riches ripe for the taking. Sails is coming soon to PC (Steam).

New Game Ready to Add Meat and Blood to Steam’s Tidying-Up Craze

Rachel Weber — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:25:20 +0000

Check the trailer for Something is Wrong with the Library.

Steam has seen an avalanche of cheap and cheerful tidying-up games lately, from libraries to magic shops to toy stores, but the genre is about to get weird.

New game Something is Wrong With the Library is still about organizing books, but this time around, you're doing it while dealing …

Dead As Disco - Official New Idol Reveal: Dahlia Boss Fight Gameplay Video

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:15:00 +0000

Watch as Charlie takes on Dahlia in this latest Dead As Disco boss fight gameplay video for the neon-drenched beat ‘em up where every punch, kick, and combo syncs to the music. Dead As Disco's Dahlia Update brings the Idol boss to the game, along with a full new story level, two new arenas, eight new Challenges, a new enemy type, new abilities, cosmetics, dance moves, and more. Dead as Disco is available now in Early Access on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). The Dahlia Update launches on September 29, 2026.

Silent Hill: Townfall Walkthrough - Simon (Part 6) With Justice Ending

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:04:07 +0000

In this Silent Hill: Townfall video walkthrough, we are back in control of Simon for Part 6. Most of this Part revolves around doing various tasks to complete the SWDP Control Room puzzle. We meticulously go through every step of that process, and then end the game with a boss fight against The Weight. After that, we meet enough of the requirements to get the Justice ending.00:00 Intro05:27 NOTE: Ordell File08:40 KEY ITEM: Reference Sheet08:45 CRTV Signal10:30 KEY ITEM: Controller Key11:10 PUZZLE: Silencing the alarm (A5D7)12:11 PUZZLE: Clamp Release code (E3E3)12:30 PUZZLE: Connecting the pipes18:08 CRTV Signal20:20 POSTCARD: Strange Postcard 1523:37 Turning on the generator26:24 KEY ITEM: JOE Key27:00 NOTE: SWDP Ordell Visit Site29:24 NOTE: RCU Refit Note29:45 CRTV Signal30:35 NOTE: Photo of Joe McKenzie33:35 KEY ITEM: Remote Systems Control33:50 PUZZLE: SWDP Control Room puzzle, open valve B (Code 254)34:45 PUZZLE: Start Filter A (Code 103)36:15 Locker code for adjacent room (0825)36:25 KEY ITEM: AUX Key39:58 KEY ITEM: AUX Disc40:25 PUZZLE: Auxiliary Lines puzzle45:40 PUZZLE: Flush AUX Line (246)46:35 PUZZLE: Stop the Regulator (781)47:40 PUZZLE: Unlock door to Valve F (592)53:25 Turn Valve V57:00 KEY ITEM: Clamp Release Procedure57:40 PUZZLE: Clamp Release Procedure puzzle1:16:25 BOSS: The Weight1:24:15 Crew Patch1:25:16 Justice Ending1:30:10 Results screen from playthrough

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Finally Making Double XP Tokens Only Active During Matches

Cade Onder — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:03:37 +0000

About time.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is making a major quality-of-life change that fans have been wanting to see for years.

Starting with Modern Warfare 4's launch, double XP tokens will only count down during matches. Most double XP tokens last anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. It's a …

Silent Hill: Townfall Walkthrough - Richard (Part 5)

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:01:23 +0000

In this Silent Hill: Townfall walkthrough video, we take control of Richard and guide him to the top of the CEG HQ building. This involves navigating a lot of floors and finding the projector bulb and lens so we can do the projector slide puzzle. We'll also be combating a new enemy type in this Part.00:00 Intro02:30 NOTE: Construction Halted Notice03:00 NOTE: CEG Kiosk Note04:08 NOTE: CEG Memo04:20 KEY ITEM: Generator Key05:20 How to turn on generator06:40 EMAIL: Facilities Works Halted and Facilities DONTREAD.DOC (gives code to nearby locker)07:10 Opening locker with discovered code10:35 CEG HQ - Building Map12:00 NOTE: CEG Tower Meeting Minutes16:10 KEY ITEM: Access Card - Level 3/420:55 EMAIL: CEG Tower Evening News and CEG Tower Engineer Public Statement21:35 NOTE: PR Meeting Note22:15 NOTE: Richard's Note (this gives us codes to multiple doors in the building)23:20 PR Records room code (1607)24:40 KEY ITEM: CEG Storeroom Key25:10 KEY ITEM: Projector Bulb and CEG Checkout Sheet27:30 Finance code (2709)28:15 KEY ITEM: Projector Lens31:35 Turning on the projector32:20 KEY ITEM: CEG Maintenance Key34:45 Storage room code (1306)38:35 Storeroom code (4512)39:50 KEY ITEM: Projector Slides45:40 PUZZLE: Projector Slide order is based on the slideshow Agenda, so match that to the names on the slides (D, F, B, C, E, A)50:00 EMAIL: CEG Tower He's Done

Avengers: Doomsday Directors Joke Doctor Doom Has 'Been Planned All Along,' Tease Iron Man Connections

Michael Cripe — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:59:56 +0000

New mask, same task.

Avengers: Doomsday directors Joe and Anthony Russo joked that Doctor Doom's introduction was "planned all along" after new Avengers: Endgame Encore scenes teased his impending arrival.

The filmmaking duo behind this year's Marvel Studios reunion movie touched on how one of the few new teasers attached to Endgame's …

Order of the Sinking Star - Official Explore the Realm Trailer

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:57:58 +0000

Get a look at the Explore the Realm Trailer for Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle adventure exploration game developed by Thekla Inc. Players can get an extensive look at the game's Overworld, equipped with its non-linear structure and distinct worlds. Order of the Sinking Star is launching on October 8 for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam).

Koromi - Official Gameplay Trailer

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:35:12 +0000

Watch the Gameplay Trailer for Koromi, a 3D action platformer developed by Super Seeded. Players will master the game's free flow across scenic locations to uncover the jungle's secrets. Koromi is coming soon to PC (Steam).

'As Far as I'm Concerned, That's a Step in the Right Direction' — Path of Exile Dev Optimistic About Diablo 5

Jacqueline Thomas — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:17:10 +0000

Stay a while and listen.

While Diablo 5 was announced at Blizzcon 2026 just a couple weeks ago, the game doesn't come out until spring 2029. But it seems like Chris Wilson, former co-founder of Path of Exile developer Grinding Gear Games, is tentatively excited for Blizzard's next ARPG.

Wilson, who left Grinding …

New Image of Kratos in God of War Laufey Sparks Questions - IGN Daily Fix

IGN India — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:06:59 +0000

In today's Daily Fix:Sony has revealed a new image from the upcoming God of War Laufey, featuring Kratos. While Kratos appeared briefly in the game's extended gameplay trailer, this screenshot places Kratos and Laufey in what appears to be ancient Greece, from a time before they even met. Not much is known about the game's story and setting, aside from Laufey waking up in the Everywhen after being cremated by Kratos in the 2018 game. In entertainment news, Spider-Man: Homecoming director Jon Watts has been tapped by Disney to helm the first in a new Star Wars trilogy from writer Simon Kinberg. Watts already has experience with Star Wars, co-creating the Goonies-esque Disney+ series, Skeleton Crew. And finally, Avengers: Endgame Encore assembled an impressive $86 million global box office haul in its first re-release. That's on top of the already massive $2.88 billion the movie has already made since its first debut in 2019.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Is 'Testing the Bounds' of What Naughty Dog Is Capable of, Troy Baker Says

Michael Cripe — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:48:37 +0000

"You are not ready."

Troy Baker has teased that Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is "testing the bounds" of what Naughty Dog is capable of, telling fans that they are going to have their "minds blown."

The Last of Us actor, who is also featured in the studio's new sci-fi adventure, talked about what …