No Time to Die director Cary Joji Fukunaga has addressed one popular fan theory about a Bond 25 character.

In an interview with SFX Magazine, Fukunaga dispelled rumors that Rami Malek's Safin in No Time to Die is a rebooted version of Dr. No, the original Bond baddie from the franchise's first movie back in 1962, insisting that Safin is, in fact, an all-new villain albeit one that he hopes will have an enduring impact in James Bond's extensive gallery of rogues.

"Everyone thinks it's so easy to make these tentpole films, that it's just formulaic and you just plug-and-play and people are going to show up for the cinema," Fukunaga explained. "It takes a lot of smart people to create these films, and also to create these characters that will hopefully last. This is a new villain. He's not, as some have speculated, Dr. No. Hopefully, he'll be one that is lasting in some way."

Fukunaga recalled some of the early development meetings he had with Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson to create No Time to Die's villain and the challenges they faced in coming up with an entirely new antagonist, knowing there's a possibility that the character could end up being parodied and not taken seriously.

"Making a villain that doesn't seem laughable, that you can take seriously, where it's still frightening what they're attempting to do and why they must be stopped, is more difficult than people actually acknowledge," Fukunaga admitted. "I remember us sitting around early in the development stage. Barbara and Michael have been doing this for decades and even Barbara admitted, 'This is really hard!'"

It's worth noting that a number of fans correctly identified Christoph Waltz's "Franz Oberhauser" as Bond's archnemesis Ernest Stavro Blofeld in Spectre before that movie hit theaters in 2015, even though Waltz himself maintained that his character was "definitely not" Blofeld on the lead up to the movie's release.

Little is known about the mask-wearing Safin, other than the fact that he is a "mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology," who may be "007's most terrifying adversary yet." All will be revealed when No Time to Die finally hits theaters, with its theatrical release in the UK set for September 30, just ahead of its US release on October 8.

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The UK Advertising Standards Authority has told Star Citizen developer Cloud Imperium Games that it needs to make it clearer that "concept ships" being sold for real money aren't yet available in the game.

As reported by Eurogamer, the complaint to the advertising watchdog followed the distribution of a Star Citizen marketing email sent out in July that told players not to miss out on their last chance to pledge for a Gatac Manufacture Railen concept ship, which was set to be removed from Star Citizen's store within 48 hours.

Reddit user mazty, who posted on the r/starcitizens_refunds page, said that they had reported Cloud Imperium Games to the ASA after becoming "fed up of CIG and the constant lies". The user said that they had reported the developer for misleading consumers as its email did not state at any point that the ship currently does not exist in the game.

Speaking to Eurogamer, a representative for the UK watchdog said that it had assessed the complaint and "considered that the fact the ship was a concept product could have been made clearer."

"On that basis," the representative continued. "We issued an Advice Notice advising the advertiser, in future, to ensure that its ads include any material information and significant limitations."

The Advice Notice, which the ASA uses to highlight instances where a company should be more careful with its advertisements without launching a full investigation, seems to have had some effect. Cloud Imperium Games' latest marketing email lists a number of further concept ships after which it includes a small print disclaimer stating that the ships are not currently in the game. The full statement can be found below:

"The Crusader Ares (Inferno and Ion), A2 Hercules, Genesis Starliner, are being offered here as a limited vehicle concept pledge. This means that the vehicle is in development but is not yet ready to display in your Hangar or fly in Star Citizen. It will be available as playable content in a later patch. In the future, the vehicle price may increase and Lifetime Insurance or any extras may not be available. If you pledge towards a Crusader Ares (Inferno and Ion), A2 Hercules, Genesis Starliner, you will receive a loaner vehicle for use in Star Citizen until such time as the Crusader Ares (Inferno and Ion), A2 Hercules, Genesis Starliner, is included in-game. This loaner vehicle will be a currently playable vehicle of similar approximate size and/or function to the concept ship pledged. We offer pledge ships to help fund Star Citizen’s development. The funding received from vehicles such as this allows us to include deeper features in the Star Citizen world. These vehicles will be available for in-game credits and/or will be otherwise earnable through play in the final universe. They are not required to start or succeed at the game."

For more on Star Citizen, make sure to check out our dedicated page on the game. Alternatively, if you'd like to check out Star Citizen's latest welcome to Orison trailer, you can do so with the video below.

Jared Moore is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

Good news, horror fans: 4K UHD collector's editions of the first five Halloween movies are coming soon from Shout Factory. They're all available for preorder on Amazon right now. Better yet, they're on sale. They ship on September 28, so you'll have plenty of time to binge them before Halloween, and before Halloween Kills — the next entry in the series — comes out. Speaking of, you can check out our Halloween Kills review.

All of the movies include a 4K UHD Blu-ray along with a standard Blu-ray. They're based on new 2021 4K scans from the original negatives. We have preorder links below, followed by details about what's included in each one.

Preorder Halloween 1 – 5 in 4K

With Amazon's preorder price guarantee, if they drop lower anytime between now and release, you'll lock in the lowest price even if they go back up. So if you have a PS5, Xbox Series X, or any 4K Blu-ray player and you enjoy watching a masked maniac walk around murdering people, pick up whichever ones you want.

Halloween

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Synopsis

THE ONE. THE ONLY. THE CLASSIC.

On a black and unholy Halloween night years ago, little Michael Myers brutally slaughtered his sister in cold blood. For the last fifteen years, the people of Haddonfield have rested easily, knowing that Michael was safely locked away in a mental hospital … until tonight. Michael has escaped and he will soon return to the same quiet neighborhood to relive his grisly murder again. For this is a night of evil. Tonight is Halloween.

DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p 4K Dolby Vision (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1, 5.1, Original Mono

DISC 2 – BLU-RAY: 1080p High-Definition (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1, 5.1, Original Mono

DISC 3 – BLU-RAY: 1080p High-Definition (2.35:1)/DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

Bonus Features

DISC ONE (4K UHD):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan From The Original Negative, Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Co-Writer/Director John Carpenter And Actress Jamie Lee Curtis
• Audio Commentary With Director Of Photography Dean Cundey, Editor Tommy Lee Wallace, And Actor Nick Castle

DISC TWO (BLU-RAY):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan From The Original Negative, Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With John Carpenter And Jamie Lee Curtis
• Audio Commentary With Dean Cundey, Tommy Lee Wallace, And Nick Castle
• “The Night She Came Home”
• TV Version Footage
• Theatrical Trailer
• TV Spots
• Radio Spots

DISC THREE (BLU-RAY):

• Original Color Timing Presentation
• Vintage Interview With Producer Moustapha Akkad
• “Halloween: A Cut Above The Rest”
• “Halloween Unmasked 2000”
• Halloween – The Extended Cut In HD (TV Inserts Are In Standard Definition)
• Theatrical Trailer
• TV Spots
• Radio Spots

Halloween II

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Synopsis

"This — Like Its Predecessor — Is A Class Act." – Janet Maslin, The New York Times

Picking up exactly where the first film left off, Halloween II follows the same ill-fated characters as they encounter the knife-wielding maniac they left for dead in the first film. The inhuman Michael Myers is still very much alive and out for more revenge as he stalks the deserted halls of the Haddonfield hospital. As he gets closer to his main target, Dr. Loomis (Donald Pleasence) discovers the chilling mystery behind the crazed psychopath's actions. Written by John Carpenter and Debra Hill, Halloween II is a spine-tingling dark ride into the scariest night of the year.

DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p Dolby Vision (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Stereo

DISC 2 – BLU-RAY: 1080p High-Definition (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Stereo

DISC 3 – DVD: 4×3 Full Frame/Dolby Digital Mono

Bonus Features

DISC ONE (4K UHD):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan From The Original Negative Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Director Rick Rosenthal
• Audio Commentary With Stunt Coordinator Dick Warlock

DISC TWO (BLU-RAY):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan From The Original Negative Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Director Rick Rosenthal
• Audio Commentary With Stunt Coordinator Dick Warlock
• “The Nightmare Isn’t Over – The Making Of Halloween II” Featuring Rick Rosenthal, Dick Warlock, Composer Alan Howarth, Director Of Photography Dean Cundey, Actors Lance Guest And Leo Rossi, And More
• Horror’s Hallowed Grounds Revisiting The Original Shooting Locations
• Deleted Scenes With Optional Audio Commentary With Rick Rosenthal
• Alternate Ending With Optional Audio Commentary With Rick Rosenthal
• Still Gallery
• Theatrical Trailer
• TV and Radio Spots

DISC THREE (DVD):

• Television Cut (In Standard Definition)
• Film Script (DVD-ROM)

Halloween III: Season of the Witch

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Synopsis

"It's Almost Time Kids, The Clock Is Ticking …"

A terrified toy salesman is mysteriously attacked. At the hospital, he babbles and clutches the year's most popular Halloween costume, an eerie pumpkin mask. Suddenly, Doctor Daniel Challis (Tom Atkins, The Fog, Night Of The Creeps) finds himself thrust into a terrifying Halloween nightmare. Working with the salesman's daughter, Ellie, Daniel traces the mask to the Silver Shamrock Novelties company and its founder, Conal Cochran (Dan O'Herlihy, RoboCop).

Ellie and Daniel uncover Cochran's shocking Halloween plan and must stop him before trick-or-treaters across the country never come home in this terrifying thriller from writer/director Tommy Lee Wallace (Stephen King's IT).

DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p Dolby Vision (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio Mono

DISC 2 – BLU RAY: 1080p High-Definition (2.35:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio Mono

Bonus Features

DISC ONE (4K UHD):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Director Tommy Lee Wallace
• Audio Commentary With Actor Tom Atkins

DISC TWO (BLU-RAY):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative Approved By Cinematographer Dean Cundey
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Tommy Lee Wallace
• Audio Commentary With Tom Atkins
• “Stand Alone: The Making Of Halloween III: Season Of The Witch” Featuring Tommy Lee Wallace, Actors Tom Atkins And Stacey Nelkin, Stunt Coordinator Dick Warlock, Director Of Photography Dean Cundey, And More
• Horror’s Hallowed Grounds: Revisiting The Original Shooting Locations With Host Sean Clark And Tommy Lee Wallace
• Interview With Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Burman
• Still Gallery
• Theatrical Trailers
• TV Spots
• Radio Spots

Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers

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Synopsis

He Changed The Face Of Halloween. Tonight, He's Back …

He butchered 16 people trying to get to his sister. He was shot and incinerated, but still the entity that Dr. Sam Loomis (the legendary Donald Pleasence) calls "Evil on two legs" would not die. Tonight, Michael Myers has come home again … to kill! This time, Michael returns to Haddonfield for Jamie Lloyd (Danielle Harris, 2009’s Halloween II, The Last Boy Scout) – the orphaned daughter of Laurie Strode – and her babysitter Rachel (Ellie Cornell, Halloween 5: The Revenge Of Michael Myers, House Of The Dead). Can Loomis stop Michael before the unholy slaughter reaches his innocent young niece?

Michael Pataki, Sasha Jenson and Kathleen Kinmont co-star in this smash sequel that marked the long-awaited return to the original storyline and remains infamous for its startling twist ending and graphic violence.

DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p Dolby Vision (1.85:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

DISC 2 – BLU-RAY: 1080p High-Definition (1.85:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

Bonus Features

DISC ONE (4K UHD):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Actors Ellie Cornell And Danielle Harris
• Audio Commentary With Director Dwight H. Little And Author Justin Beahm

DISC TWO (BLU-RAY):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Ellie Cornell And Danielle Harris
• Audio Commentary With Dwight H. Little And Justin Beahm
• “The Making Of Halloween 4: Final Cut”
• “The Making Of Halloween 4”
• Horror’s Hallowed Grounds – A Look At The Film’s Locations
• Theatrical Trailer
• TV Spots
• Still Gallery

Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers

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Synopsis

Michael Still Lives … And He's Out For His Revenge.

Because Hell would not have him, Michael Myers survived the mine explosion thought to have killed him. One year later, his traumatized young niece Jamie (Danielle Harris, Rob Zombie's Halloween) is horrified to discover she has a telepathic bond with her evil uncle … and that Uncle Michael is on his way back to Haddonfield. But Dr. Loomis (the legendary Donald Pleasence) has a new plan to destroy The Boogey Man in his childhood home using Jamie as bait. Tonight, the carnage begins again: Michael Myers is back with a vengeance! Ellie Cornell and Beau Starr return for this hit sequel that features grisly gore by K.N.B. EFX Group (The Walking Dead, Army Of Darkness).

DISC 1 – 4K ULTRA HD: 2160p Dolby Vision (1.85:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

DISC 2 – BLU-RAY: 1080p High-Definition (1.85:1)/Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

Bonus Features

DISC ONE (4K UHD):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Actor Don Shanks
• Audio Commentary With Director Dominique Othenin-Girard And Actors Danielle Harris And Jeffrey Landman

DISC TWO (BLU-RAY):

• NEW 2021 4K Scan Of The Original Camera Negative
• NEW 2021 Dolby Atmos Track
• Audio Commentary With Don Shanks
• Audio Commentary With Dominique Othenin-Girard, Danielle Harris, And Jeffrey Landman
• “Inside Halloween 5”
• “The Making Of Halloween 5”
• “On The Set: Behind-The-Scenes Footage”
• Horror’s Hallowed Grounds – A Look At The Film’s Locations
• Halloween 5 Promo
• Theatrical Trailer
• TV Spots

Chris Reed is a commerce editor for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @_chrislreed.

Microsoft is testing a new firmware update for Bluetooth-enabled Xbox One controllers, Xbox Elite 2, and Xbox Adaptive controllers that will grant them a range of next-gen features previously only available on Xbox Series X|S controllers.

Microsoft announced that it has begun testing the new firmware update in a blog post on the Xbox website. The firmware update, which is available to Alpha Skip-Ahead and Alpha users today, aims to reduce controller latency and improve cross-device connectivity.

In terms of the latter, the firmware update will allow the compatible controllers to support Bluetooth Low Energy, which allows for better pairing experiences between devices. The majority of Xbox One controllers are already able to utilize Bluetooth support when connecting to a PC or smartphone, but pair with Xbox consoles through the Xbox Wireless protocol. The Bluetooth Low Energy update will allow for a quicker switching experience between Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth devices as players will be able to do so at the double-tap of the pair button.

In line with next-gen controllers, the updated Xbox One, Xbox Elite 2 and Xbox Adaptive controllers will receive Dynamic Latency Input (DLI). This essentially allows for more responsive gameplay by delivering controller inputs more efficiently when connected to an Xbox Series X|S console. DLI is a feature that was previously only incorporated on Xbox Series X|S controllers, and while the firmware update isn't necessarily as useful for players using last-gen consoles, it certainly improves the versatility of the accessories overall.

In the blog post, Xbox elaborated further on its reasoning behind testing the firmware update on its controllers. "We believe it’s important to maintain backward compatibility with Xbox accessories people already have in their collection and to ensure we deliver the best gaming experience no matter how you choose to play," said Xbox.

In other Xbox news, Microsoft recently announced a new Forza Horizon 5 Limited Edition Controller as part of its Xbox Gamescom showcase. The upcoming controller features translucent yellow panels with an accompanying pink and blue color scheme and will launch on November 9 alongside its dedicated racing title. Fans can already pre-order the controller.

Jared Moore is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter.

You can currently save £37.55 on The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition (Deluxe) when you preorder at Amazon. This is an incredible deal, and this slipcased edition of Tolkien’s classic epic tale will be releasing on October 14, so there's not much longer to wait. If you want to complete your Lord of the Rings celebration next month, I can also recommend the Middle Earth 4K Collector's Edition, with preorders live, this grand collection of this Hobbit and LOTR films looks like a vital addition to your Blu-ray shelf.

Not only that, but the Nintendo Switch OLED Model preorders are still in stock at Amazon. This is a fantastic opportunity to get hold of the console, especially since we believe it may get increasingly harder to get hold of one after release day. Our other favourite deal right now is definitely Audible, with the 3-months for 99p promotion returning until September 15.

Audible: Get 3-Months for just 99p (Save £23)

Preorder The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Editions

Switch OLED Preorders Live at Amazon

Preorder Middle-Earth Ultimate Collector's Edition in the UK

Preorder Horizon Forbidden West in the UK

Horizon Forbidden West is finally available to preorder in the UK, costing £69.99 at launch on PS5 (£59.99 on PS4 with a free upgrade). Or, for £10 more, you can pick up the Special Edition on PS5, which includes the game, plus a SteelBook case, mini art book, digital soundtrack, and a Nora Legacy Spear + Outfit.

Robert Anderson is a deals expert and Commerce Editor for IGN. You can follow him @robertliam21 on Twitter.