Articles by Rollin Bishop
Developing 'Bayonetta' At Platinum Games Sounds Miserable
Given the game's technical combat, it's no surprise. These days, video game developer Platinum Games is known for its Bayonetta franchise. It has published a number of other games in its short tenure, but Bayonetta’s the only one to receive a sequel, and the main character was even recently added to the most recent iteration of Super Smash Bros.
New Photos Show Michael Fassbender In His Two 'Assassin's Creed' Movie Roles
One's got a sword, and one's got ... not much at all beyond ravings on a wall. A new duo of photos from the set of the Assassin’s Creed movie, based on the popular video game franchise of the same name, shows off Michael Fassbender in his dual roles as an assassin in the 15th century and an inmate of sorts in the present.
New Videos Show Off Frenetic 'Attack on Titan' Video Game Action
And lots of creepy Titans, of course. A group of three gameplay videos released by Koei Tecmo showcases the frenetic action of whipping around in a set of “Three Dimensional Maneuver Gear” in its upcoming Attack on Titan video game developed by Omega Force and based on the popular anime and manga of the same name.
'Pokémon'-Themed Nintendo 2DS Bundles To Release In Japan
Here's hoping they actually get released internationally at some point. The Nintendo 2DS, the hingeless, 3D-lacking version of the Nintendo 3DS video game console, is finally coming to Japan in a big way: as part of four Pokémon-themed, color-coded bundles.
No Risk, No Reward: YoCam And ShiftWear
A small, all-in-one life camera and e-paper sneakers. No Risk, No Reward is a recurring feature by Rollin Bishop that spotlights two very different crowdfunding campaigns: one for a somewhat serious technology project, and one for a somewhat less serious technology project.
LG To Unveil New Tone Bluetooth Headset At CES 2016
Who wouldn't want to wear high-tech gadgets around their neck? The latest in LG’s Tone line of Bluetooth stereo headsets is set to be unveiled at CES 2016 in Las Vegas.
The First Look At Benedict Cumberbatch As Doctor Strange Is Magical
He makes for one supremely impressive sorcerer. Doctor Strange, the latest and greatest entry to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, isn’t scheduled to release in theaters until later in 2016, but the hype and speculation are already ramping up to full swing.
What A Gamer's Holiday Guide Looked Like In 1995
Honestly, we're kind of jealous of Christmas 1995. As it stands, 2015 has been a pretty incredible year for video games. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Undertale, Fallout 4, Splatoon … the list goes on and on.
'Bob's Burgers' Celebrates Christmas With Song All About Liquor
Mostly bourbon, but also gin. The folks behind the animated sitcom Bob’s Burgers have a habit of including musical numbers in their episodes. They range in topic and length from a fantastical song about farts that only lasts a few moments to an opera of sorts about an elephant getting electrocuted.
Here's What 240 Percent Completion Earns Players In 'Batman: Arkham Knight'
It isn't much, but at least it's something. Tucked away near the bottom of a press release for Season of Infamy, the latest and greatest Batman: Arkham Knight video game DLC, is a special little free piece of additional DLC for those who have achieved 240 percent completion.
Rare 'Star Trek' Photos And More To Be Revealed Every Single Day Of 2016
All 366 of them! In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Star Trek, Roddenberry Entertainment will be releasing rare photos, script pages, documents, and more every single day of 2016 — all 366 of them.
Mark Ruffalo Remarks On The Difficult Road Ahead For Any Solo Hulk Film
There's still no new Hulk movie, and that is a shame. When the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) officially replaced Edward Norton with Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner for the first Avengers film, there was speculation about what that might mean for a new movie featuring the Hulk.
FTC Releases Policy Statement On Internet Advertising
In short, don't be deceptive. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today released a 16-page document that further details what does and does not count as deceptive advertising — and how it intends to tell the difference if it comes up.
Marvel Reveals Gwenpool Ongoing Series Set For 2016
Yes, the Gwen Stacy-Deadpool combination is getting a series of her very own. Gwenpool may have begun life as a one-off variant cover, but Marvel’s apparently not content to leave money on the table in this instance.
Google Releases 360-Degree Animated Film About A Mischievous Holiday Stranger
'Special Delivery' has at least one familiar face in it. The interactive story is on YouTube and is also viewable on Google Cardboard.
Court Rules Cost-Sharing Flight Service Must Use Pilots With Commercial Licenses
Only pilots with commercial licenses are cleared for takeoff and landing in a shared-ride setting, court and FAA agree.
No Risk, No Reward: HeadPal And Sound Reactive Mask
The Snuggie of headphones and a mask that lights up to music are among the projects seeking funding via Kickstarter campaigns.
'Twin Peaks' Teaser Takes On The Importance Of Location
Welcome back to Twin Peaks. Eventually, that is. A short and sweet teaser from Showtime for its upcoming continuation of the cult 1990-91 television series Twin Peaks hits on the idea of location as character.
Take A Virtual Reality Holiday Tour Through The White House
The weather outside might be frightful, but inside the White House ... it's so delightful. A new Google 360-degree virtual reality experience takes viewers on a holiday tour of the White House.
FCC To Take A Closer Look At Data Cap Exemption Programs
Figuring out how some data is exempt and some isn't seems like a good idea. The Federal Communications Commission is reportedly taking a harder look at programs from carriers that explicitly exempt certain kinds of traffic from data caps.
'Street Fighter V' To Support SteamOS And The Steam Controller
It's unclear when SteamOS support will actually happen, but it's happening. Those interested in both SteamOS, Valve’s homegrown Linux-based operating system, and Capcom’s fighting video games now have at least one thing in common: Street Fighter V.
The Most Disappointing Casualty Of The 'Star Wars' Expanded Universe's Death
RIP Mara Jade. As part of Disney buying Lucasfilm, one of the big sweeping changes to Star Wars going forward was the formation of the Lucasfilm Story Group.
New 'Batman v Superman' LEGO Sets Bring Out The Batwing And More
Bless LEGO for being able to work wonders with DC Comics. If there is one constant in this modern world we live in, it is that comic book movies from DC and Marvel will inevitably have neat LEGO sets associated with them.
Google Doodle Honors Beethoven's 254th Year With Impressive Animated Game
Technically, the number 254 starts from his baptism, but that's only because his exact birthday is disputed.
Microsoft HoloLens Opens At Microsoft Store In New York City
Come experience one possible augmented-reality future. After successfully traveling around the country over the past several months, the Microsoft HoloLens roadshow has finally landed in a semipermanent state in New York City.
Ahead Of Their Time: CueCat
The cat-shaped barcode scanner got a lot of flak, but honestly, there was something to it. Ahead Of Their Time is a recurring feature by Rollin Bishop focusing on technology from the past that came a little too early for it to be effective, for whatever reason.
'Pokémon' Fighting Game 'Pokkén Tournament' Receives A Special Wii U Controller
Gotta fight 'em all. The Pokémon-based fighting video game Pokkén Tournament pits a variety of different Pokémon like Suicune and Machamp against each other in much the same way as Tekken or Street Fighter would.
Review: 'Dragon Age: Magekiller' #1 Marks A Bloody Return To Thedas
A new creative team pushes at the boundaries of what's known about BioWare's world. In the world of Dragon Age from video game developer BioWare, magic is alternatively feared, distrusted, worshipped, and hunted to extinction.
Experience 'Star Wars'-Flavored Holiday Cheer With The Darth Vader Yule Log
Armor roasting on an open fire, Ewoks yipping behind you. Of all the 20th century holiday traditions that the Internet seems to have embraced, arguably none are more perfect than the yule log video.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Said To Pass The Bechdel Test
Women talking to women, and not about men! What a world. Now that Star Wars: The Force Awakens has officially premiered, initial reports after the screening out in Hollywood on Dec.
