Hit Jumanji Sequel Is Officially Coming to Netflix Ahead of New Installment

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Starting April 5th, you’ll be able to watch Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle on Netflix. The movie, a sequel to the original Jumanji starring Robin Williams, has only been available for rent or purchase digitally until now, so many fans have been waiting for it to appear on a streaming service. While some people were unsure about the reboot when it came out in 2017, it ultimately proved to be a huge success, earning over $960 million worldwide and becoming one of the year’s biggest blockbusters.

‘Are We Having Fun Yet?’

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The first Super Mario movie wasn’t great, but it had a simple charm and some fun moments with Mario (Chris Pratt), Luigi (Charlie Day), and a memorable performance by Jack Black as Bowser. The sequel, however, throws so much at the audience – characters, plot points, and themes – that it doesn’t allow anything to breathe. Despite this, the directors, Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, seem to be aiming for emotional resonance, with the story focusing on broken and rebuilt families – something I didn’t expect. The villain, Bowser Jr. (voiced by Benny Safdie), tries to rescue his father, Bowser, who’s been weakened and imprisoned. His plan involves kidnapping Princess Rosalina (Brie Larson) from her observatory, where she raises star-like children called Lumas. Rosalina often tells her children stories about Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy), her sister and the ruler of the Mushroom Kingdom, who Mario is trying to win over. While these attempts to add depth to the film’s chaotic energy could have been interesting, they ultimately fall flat, and the themes of family are simply stated rather than explored.

Nintendo’s “Pokemon patent” just got brutally rejected by the US government

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I was pretty surprised to hear about this patent that was granted last year. It basically covers the idea of summoning a character to fight, and you can either let the game play automatically or take full control yourself. Honestly, when it was first approved, a lot of legal experts and patent folks immediately said it seemed way too basic to actually be patentable. They argued it was just a really obvious game mechanic.

10 Best Cozy Games Still Stuck on Older Systems

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Recently, people have become much more interested in cozy games, leading to older, beloved titles being rediscovered and re-released on modern platforms through ports, remasters, remakes, and digital services like Nintendo Switch Online. However, some great cozy games are still stuck on older consoles, waiting to be found and enjoyed again. If a publisher is looking for classic cozy games to bring back, these would be a good place to start.

Crimson Desert Guide – How to Pay Fines, Bounties & Debt

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If you need to pay fines or bounties in Crimson Desert, visit any Church and talk to the Confessional. Choose the “Buy Writ of Absolution” option to see a list of your outstanding fines and bounties, then select the one you want to pay.

Beloved Absolute Superman Ally Gets Major Redesign by DC

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The first issue of Absolute Superman, written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Rafa Sandoval, focuses on a clash between four characters. The story begins with Talia al Ghul trying to bring her father, Ra’s al Ghul, to the last remaining Lazarus Pit. However, Superman’s impact has led Ra’s to regret his previous deeds and now view the Pit as harmful to his mental state.

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era launches into Steam Early Access on April 30

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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is a brand new installment in the beloved series, marking the first new game in over a decade. It will offer a story-driven campaign, various ways to play including skirmishes and an arena, and both single-player and multiplayer options. You can add it to your wishlist on Steam and try an early version through the Game Preview program on the Microsoft Store.