• Doctor Strange 2 Is Undergoing ‘Significant Reshoots’

    Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is undergoing serious reshoots according to new reports.

    The Hollywood Reporter says the Doctor Strange sequel will be undergoing “significant” reshoots from now until the end of the year. Star Benedict Cumberbatch and director Sam Raimi are working six-day weeks for six weeks of new filming.

    Raimi will direct the reshoots and Loki writer Michael Waldron is writing the new material.

    Insiders are mixed on what the reshoots, which includes ”additional photography,” means for the production. One source claims there have been “bigger reshoots on other MCU movies” while another says, “They’re here until the end of the year. That’s like a whole other movie.”

    Another question mark is whether or not the reshoots are meant to incorporate rewrites. Sources indicate this might not be the case.

    One THR insider says at least two weeks of the shoot are dedicated to filling in gaps caused by actor availability issues, while another reason is related to the Covid-related slowdown on the UK side. This is the same delay that caused Disney and Marvel to shift their MCU release schedule.

    Doctor Strange 2 has already gone off to a bumpy start after it was announced in 2020 that Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson will not helm the sequel due to creative differences. Raimi and Waldron were brought on to replace Derrickson but also essentially create a whole new movie “on an accelerated timetable[.]”

    Given that the Multiverse of Madness will likely grapple with the new threads regarding alternate universes and different timelines, it could be that the next Doctor Strange movie will be quite pivotal for the MCU’s ongoing storylines.

    Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness isn’t the only Marvel project hit by problems. Filming on the Black Panther sequel has been paused until early next year as Shuri actress Letitia Wright recovers from an on-set accident.

    Check out IGN’s rundown of every MCU project currently in the works, and check out new updates on MCU TV shows from today’s Disney+ Day.

    Matt T.M. Kim is IGN's News Editor. You can reach him @lawoftd.

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    Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda Review

    It will probably come as no surprise that the second of Nintendo's new modern Game & Watch systems is an absolute delight. I was quite taken by the Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch introduced last year, but The Legend of Zelda Game & Watch retains all the charm of the first while expanding on what made it so great in the first place – and the included games are arguably better than the ones on the Super Mario version.

    Whereas last year's Game & Watch included the original Super Mario Bros. and the Japanese-only Super Mario Bros. 2 (known as The Lost Levels in the US), the Zelda Game & Watch includes three games: The Legend of Zelda and The Legend of Zelda II for the NES, as well as The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for the Game Boy. An extra game would have been more than enough to make me happy already, but Nintendo went a step further by making it so you can even play either the English or Japanese versions of the first two NES Zeldas, while Link's Awakening is available in English, French, German, and Japanese.

    What's great about this inclusion is the Japanese versions of Zelda and Zelda II are different from the versions we're used to here in the States. I was well aware of the soundtrack differences between the US and Japanese versions of the original Legend of Zelda but never experienced them first-hand. In Japan, it released on the Famicom Disk System, which meant there was more room for more sounds thanks to the audio hardware built into the FDS. You get a much richer, synthier sound to the Japanese version of The Legend of Zelda. Even little things like the sound of Link's sword when his hearts are at full-level are better than the version we got. I'm familiar enough with the Legend of Zelda on NES that I might try and play through it on the Japanese version just to experience the differences of something I know so well.

    I might try and play through Zelda on the Japanese version just to experience the differences of something I know so well.

    What I didn't know, and I'm embarrassed to admit, was that the Japanese version of The Legend of Zelda II also has different sounds than the version I grew up with. When you talk to a townsperson in one of the villages, there's a made-up beepy-boopy video game language as their dialogue spills across the screen. I'd play through Zelda II in its Japanese version if it weren't already hard enough to play in English, but it's still super cool and definitely worth checking out for any long-time fans who have never seen the differences.

    The tiny screen, something I was enamored with on last year's Game & Watch, is back again and looks fantastic. The colors are rich, vibrant, and absolutely crisp. There's no slimy smearing or other ugliness at all. It's just a tiny thing of beauty. Viewing angle leaves a little to be desired, as the colors become somewhat washed out with as little as 10 degrees difference in any direction. But it's not so bad as to be a deal breaker at all, especially since I found myself naturally holding it dead-on without feeling uncomfortable.

    The speakers are surprisingly loud when turned up, but don't sound washed-out or tinny. It's not high-fidelity but it's better than I was expecting from such a tiny little speaker.

    The Legend of Zelda Game & Watch includes a new timer mode, which lets you set a timer in increments of one minute up to 10 minutes. As the counter ticks down, Link battles enemies from Zelda II on screen until the end, at which point he raises his hands and the triforces making up the numbers of the timer flow into his hands. If you feel like it, you can hit any of the face buttons and battle the enemies yourself, and there's even a little counter on the screen to keep track of how many enemies you defeat during the course of the timer. Basically, Nintendo gamified countdown timers.

    The Watch part of the Game & Watch is charming, as was the case with the Mario one. Link battles enemies on the NES overworld, and you can similarly take control of him and fight them on your own, if you feel like it. If you hold down the 'A' button for 5-seconds, the Zelda reward music will play and instead of a digital "ticking" sound, you get Zelda's full soundtrack and sound effects. I'm a little disappointed there's not an easter egg like last year's "The Mario Drawing Song," but the thing just came out, I'm sure someone will uncover any surprises hiding inside before the day is over.

    The colors are rich, vibrant, and absolutely crisp.

    Included alongside the three Zelda games is the fast and fun Game & Watch game Vermin, which has Link's head swapped in place of the Game & Watch man. There are two different levels of difficulty, and it's a game of reflexes to try to smack down the "vermin" as they pop their heads up from the bottom of the playfield. It's an LCD whack-a-mole, basically. It's fun enough but I won't play much of it in the long term given the built-in alternatives.

    Packaging for the Zelda Game & Watch is lovely, as it was last year, and this year the insert in the box converts to a stand to display your Game & Watch while it tells time. It's a neat little use of something most people would otherwise throw away (not me, I'm a weirdo who keeps all his packaging). Two little legs pop out from the back and it sits at just enough of an angle to let gravity do the hard work. It should be noted that the space for the Game & Watch is somewhat generous, so it doesn't lock into place or anything like that. I only mention this because I nearly had a heart attack when I thoughtlessly moved it and the fresh new review unit I'd just been sent nearly crashed on the floor. Thankfully decades of gaming have honed my reflexes to a sharp edge so I was able to catch it quickly, but please, be careful.

    Aside from a different color scheme than the Super Mario version, the form factor of the Zelda Game & Watch is nearly identical with a few exceptions. The Zelda version adds Select and Start buttons, which is quite nice (and necessary for playing the included games). There's also a light-up Triforce on its back this time, which is another cool little extra touch on a device already brimming with them.

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    Daily Deals: Black Friday Price Drops on Two of the Best PS5 1TB SSD Storage Upgrades

    For Black Friday, a couple of PS5-compatible SSDs with preinstalled heatsinks have already dropped in price. The XPG SSD is easily the least expensive 1TB upgrade you can get that's certified PS5-compatible. The WD Black SN850 has just been discounted today, and although it's a little pricier, it's also by far the most popular brand. In other deal news, save on a Nintendo eShop gift card, watch Shang-Chi and the Ten Rings for only $1.99, score an Xbox Elite Series 2 controller, and more.

    New Price Drop: PS5-Compatible WD Black SN850 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD with Heatsink

    Today Best Buy has the WD Black SN850 M.2 SSD with heatsink preinstalled for $50 less than everyone else. This is currently the most popular (and probably the best) SSD to get for your PS5 storage upgrade. It's blazing fast drive with transfer speeds rated at up to 7,000 MB/s and a PCIe Gen4 interface and it comes preinstalled with a heatsink.

    Cheapest PS5-Compatible SSD with Heatsink: XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD

    This is the latest SSD that's specifically designed for your PS5 storage upgrade. It also happens to be the lowest priced PS5-compatible 1TB SSD with heatsink available. In fact, it's even less expensive than most compatible SSDs without heatsink. The S70 Blade boasts transfer rates up to 7,400 MB/s and a PCIe Gen4 interface. It includes a PS5-compatible low-profile aluminum heatsink, but you'll have to put it on the SSD itself (which isn't hard, it's just adhesive).

    $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card for $45

    Save 10% off your next $50 worth of purchases at the Nintendo eShop. This is actually great timing since we already know there there's going to be a great Nintendo eShop Black Friday Sale coming up very soon.

    Get 1 Month of Disney Plus for $1.99 and Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Today

    You don't see this deal very often from Disney; in fact, this is the first time we've seen it. 1 month of Disney Plus normally costs $7.99, but starting today you can get your first month for only $1.99. That's plenty of time to watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Jungle Cruise, both of which are free to watch on Disney Plus starting today, November 12. Catch up on exclusive TV shows like The Mandalorian, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, What If…?, Wandavision, and more.

    Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller

    This is the controller to get if you want the most precise and customizable Xbox controller on the market. This professional-grade controller features adjustable tension thumbsticks, shorter hair trigger locks, wraparound textured grips, interchangeable thumbsticks and paddle shapes, custom profiles saved on your controller itself, and included USB Type C cable with charging dock. It boasts up to 40 hours of battery life and is compatible with the Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PC.

    The Lord of the Rings Extended Edition in 4K

    This long-awaited Lord of the Rings 4K box set came out in December of 2020 at a hefty $99.99. Starting today, the price has dropped to $59.99, the lowest we've ever seen for this set (and unlikely to drop further on Black Friday). This set includes 4K Ultra HD and digital versions of the LotR trilogy, including both theatrical and extended editions.

    Gloomhaven: Jaw of the Lion Board Game

    Ths is by far the lowest price ever on Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion (the previous price low being $35). This is a highly rated co-op role playing board game from Cephalofair Games. It's a lot easier to get into than the original Gloomhaven board game but by no means is this a simple game. It's currently rated an 8.7/10 over at BoardGameGeek.

    New Apple AirPods Pro with MagSafe Charger

    Save $60 off the newest Apple AirPods Pro. The updated model is mostly unchanged, but it does come with a new MagSafe wireless charging case. This just means that the new charging case easily connects to Apple's MagSafe wireless charger. No, that's not a big update, but at this price, it's actually cheaper than getting the older generation AirPods Pro.

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    If you want a complete list of the best early Black Friday deals that are live right now, check out or definitive Black Friday megapost article. We keep it constantly updated with the best early Black Friday deals we've found from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Dell, and more.

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    Marvel’s She-Hulk Explained: Who Is Tatiana Maslany’s MCU Character?

    She-Hulk has starred in comic books since 1980, has been a regular character in animated television shows, and even headlined her own official (if little-known) prose novel, but she has never been seen in live action—but that’s about to change! She-Hulk is one of several brand new MCU characters getting live-action shows on the Disney+ streaming service alongside Moon Knight and Ms. Marvel. And now Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black) is playing Jennifer Walters/She-Hulk!

    But what’s the story behind She-Hulk? What sets her apart from the classic Hulk, Bruce Banner? And how might she fit into the Marvel Cinematic Universe? It’s time to meet the savage and sensational Shulkie before she smashes her way into the MCU.

    We got our first look at She-Hulk MCU style in the Disney+ Day 2021 Marvel trailer, so let's dive into her origin, story, and powers from the comics.

    Who Is She-Hulk?

    Stan Lee and John Buscema created She-Hulk in 1980, although another writer would continue to tell the stories in her first solo comic book series, The Savage She-Hulk. Shy, mild-mannered lawyer Jennifer Walters is Bruce Banner’s cousin. After she was seriously injured by a crime boss, it took a transfusion of Bruce’s blood to save her life. Her newly gamma-irradiated blood combined with her anger, and Jennifer turned into She-Hulk! Her original incarnation was similar to the Hulk, with rage fueling her transformation and strength, but in a short time she would keep her wits and personality—with a boost of confidence—in her larger, green form.

    She-Hulk has undergone some changes over the years in her solo titles, from savage and rage-filled, to fourth-wall breaking comedy, to focusing on her law career, to learning to cope with trauma and grief. In all of these iterations, however, She-Hulk finds strength she didn’t know she had, both in herself and through the friends and teammates that stick with her through it all. Her best friend Patsy Walker, better known as the hero Hellcat, sticks with her through thick and thin, and she’s a highly sought-after team player. She-Hulk has been a member of the Mighty Avengers, Fantastic Four, A-Force, Lady Liberators, and Future Foundation.

    You can currently find the Savage She-Hulk fighting alongside Captain America and Iron Man once again in Jason Aaron’s ongoing Avengers run. Boosted by a mega dose of gamma energy, she’s looking just as monstrously muscular as the classic Hulk rather than her usual build, and has the angry attitude to match.

    The Difference Between She-Hulk and Hulk

    Like Hulk, She-Hulk has staggering superhuman strength and is practically impervious to injury, pain, and disease.

    But unlike Bruce, Jennifer is still Jennifer when she’s the jade giantess. She maintains control of her intellect and emotions, turning her into a powerhouse of both brains and brawn. She’s also a trained combatant thanks to the expert help of teachers like Captain America and Gamora, making her quite a formidable opponent to anyone who dares stand in her way.

    During the iconic run of her 1989 solo title penned by John Byrne, She-Hulk became one of the few characters aware that she’s in a comic book and regularly broke the fourth wall by speaking to the reader. (Sorry, Deadpool, but Jen did it first.) She berated the book’s creative team, famously threatened to tear up the reader’s X-Men comics, and even tossed Byrne out a window. While she doesn’t Hulk-smash the fourth wall any longer, it was once considered one of her signature characteristics.

    She-Hulk's Most Heroic Feats

    As either She-Hulk or Jennifer Walters, she is a force to be reckoned when she fights for justice. Whether it’s knocking out villains as one of the Avengers ranks or speaking from the heart in the courtroom, Jennifer always stands up for the little guy, and she’ll take on some of the biggest guys in the Marvel universe to do so.

    She-Hulk has battled some of the biggest and baddest titans around, including the Mad Titan himself, Thanos. She also went toe-to-toe with an enraged Hulk in World War Hulk, knocked out Abomination, and gracefully let Hercules win in an arm-wrestling challenge.

    The ol’ fastball special with Wolverine? She-Hulk’s done that, too.

    Jennifer has also taken on both Tony Stark and Matt Murdock in court (and won), represented heroes like Speedball and Spider-Man as legal counsel, and even defended the entire Marvel universe to the Living Tribunal. Readers got an all-too-brief look at her successfully making the case for not destroying the universe in She-Hulk #20 (2007), summed up by her most persuasive point of all, “We’re fun.”

    Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk MCU Introduction

    Tatiana Maslany's She-Hulk/Jennifer Walters is a "lawyer who specializes in superhuman-oriented legal cases." While not much is known as to who she will represent, it has been confirmed that Mark Ruffalo will once again become The Hulk/Bruce Banner in this upcoming series alongside Tim Roth as Abomination.

    Given the legal trouble the Avengers found themselves in during Captain America: Civil War, perhaps Jennifer could be introduced as Bruce Banner’s cousin who can provide legal counsel, which would of course lead to her unexpected transformation.

    She-Hulk will premiere on Disney+ in 2022 and is billed as a comedy that will "welcome a host of Marvel characters to the series." She-Hulk will be directed by executive producer Kat Coiro and Anu Valia, and executive producer Jessica Gao will serve as head writer. It has also been reported that Good Place's Jameela Jamil has been cast as She-Hulk's rival Titania.

    At Disney+ Day 2021, Marvel shared the first footage of She-Hulk, and we got a glimpse of both Maslany and Ruffalo in the upcoming series in their human and Hulk/She-Hulk forms. Maslany is talking over the footage, saying that she is "a normal lawyer… well, not that normal." We also see Banner helping Walters with her newly-found situation of transforming into She-Hulk. While we don't get a full look at She-Hulk, we do get a glimpse of her from behind. While she is muscular, she isn't as massive as The Hulk.

    The trailer ends with what appears to be a commercial for Walter's practice starring herself and Banner. She ends the ad by reciting the famous line, "Don't make me angry. You wouldn't like me when I'm angry." Even the pose is reminscent of the old Incredible Hulk TV show!

    Want to know more about another Marvel hero getting a show on Disney+? Check out everything you need to know about Moon Knight.

    November 12, 2021: This story has been updated with the latest information about the She-Hulk MCU show.

    Kelly Knox is a freelance writer who also contributes to StarWars.com, Marvel.com, Nerdist, and more. Follow her on Twitter at @kelly_knox to talk Star Wars, Dungeons & Dragons, comics, and more.

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    Captain America 4: Sam Is Like Rocky, Producer Says

    Sam Wilson has become the new Captain America, picking up the shield by the end of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier. But he’s going to have to earn it.

    During an interview with ComicBook.com, Marvel producer Nate Moore explained that Wilson is going to have to prove himself in Captain America 4.

    “I think, he's not Steve Rogers and I think that's a good thing,” he explained. “Because to me, this new Cap is Rocky. He's going to be the underdog in any situation. He's not a super soldier. He's not a hundred years old. He doesn't have the Avengers.”

    At the conclusion of The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, we saw Sam Wilson (played by Anthony Mackie) take up the mantle of Captain America. But it wasn’t without resistance.

    “What happens with this guy who announces publicly, kind of without the support, ‘I'm the new Captain America’?” asked Moore. “What happens next? I think it’s fascinating because he's a guy. He's a guy with wings and a shield, but he is a guy.”

    The recent TV show really pushed that aspect of Sam Wilson, forcing him to be creative in his approach to taking on super-powered villains. Unlike Steve Rogers, Sam Wilson hasn’t been subjected to the Super Soldier serum. And that’s going to mean the new Cap has to push himself a lot hard to get to where he needs. That’s a long way from his humble beginnings in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

    “We're going to put him through the wringer and make him earn it, and see what happens when he is outweighed, outclassed, out-everything,” he continued. “What makes somebody Captain America? I'm going to argue it's not being a super soldier. And I think we're going to prove that with Mackie and Sam Wilson.”

    Captain America 4 will star Anthony Mackie in the role of Sam Wilson, the new Captain America. The film will be penned by The Falcon and the Winter Soldier's head writer and creator Malcolm Spellman, as well as series staff writer Dalan Musson.

    Disney and Marvel announced a ton of new shows and first looks of upcoming Marvel shows today for Disney+ Day. Check out IGN's recap of everything announced at Disney+ Day here.

    Ryan Leston is an entertainment journalist and film critic for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

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