The Humble Choice lineup for May 2024 is now live, and while there are some amazing games included, the timing for one of the picks is awkward, to say the least. But before we get into all that, let's go over the eight games Humble Choice members can download this month. Note that all eight games are available at no extra charge as part of the $12/month Humble Choice subscription, and they're all yours to keep forever, even after you cancel.

• Yakuza: Like a Dragon
• Hi-Fi Rush
• Steelrising
• Loddlenaut
• King of the Castle
• Bravery and Greed
• Amanda the Adventurer
• Mediterannea Inferno

Headlining this month are the fan-favorite turn-based RPG Yakuza: Like a Dragon, the character action-meets-rhythm game mashup Hi-Fi Rush, and the steampunk Souls-like action-RPG Steelrising.

While these games are stellar inclusions, Hi-Fi Rush's presence in the roster happens to land on the same day that Microsoft shut down the game's development studio, Tango Gameworks, alongside three other Microsoft-owned studios, including Arkane Austin, the studio behind Prey and Redfall. Both studio closures are devastating, but Tango Gameworks is particularly surprising considering Hi-Fi Rush was a critical and financial success, and makes the game's presence in this month's Humble Choice collection feel… well, a little strange, to say the least. That said, Hi-Fi Rush's inclusion in Humble Choice means this beautiful game will reach even more players than it already has.

Even though Wonder Woman 1984 wasn't as well-received as its predecessor, Wonder Woman 3 was still going to happen with director Patty Jenkins and Gal Gadot back in the title role. That changed in December 2022, after James Gunn and Peter Safran were named co-CEOs of DC Studios. The duo announced a complete cinematic reboot for their new DC Universe shortly thereafter. But according to Jenkins, Wonder Woman may not factor into their plans at all.

Via Deadline, Jenkins appeared on Max's Talking Pictures Podcast and cast doubt on Wonder Woman's cinematic future.

When Jenkins was asked about whether Wonder Woman 3 was dead, she replied "Yeah, for the time being, but probably easily forever." And regarding another director potentially taking over, Jenkins added "No, they're not interested in doing any Wonder Woman for the time being."

There are many live-service games out there, and some of them are quietly raking in millions (or even billions) of dollars without much fanfare. According to ZeniMax Online studio director Matt Firor, The Elder Scrolls Online is one of those games, and he pointed to its $2 billion in cumulative consumer spend (first announced at this year's GDC) as evidence of this.

"ESO isn't often talked about as one of the successful live-service games," Firor told GamesRadar in a recent interview. "But it is, it very much is on just about every level." He further said that the studio revealed the $2 billion stat was intended "mostly to shine a light on the game."

"I think the [figure] just just just shows the commitment that the players have to the game and also that we at Zenimax Online have," he continued. "It's hugely successful, and we love working on it."

GameStop is one of the best major retailers to browse for anime collectibles, as its catalog is filled with licensed gear from hit series like Dragon Ball, My Hero Academia, and One Piece. This week, collectors and anime fans can take advantage of a buy two, get one free sale on over 400 products. Pokemon accounts for more than 100 of the eligible products, so fans who want to catch all of the plushies, including ultra-soft Squishmallows, should check out the sale.

Cashing in on the offer is simple. Just add three eligible items to your cart, and the cheapest of the three will get an automatic discount to $0 when checking out. Free 1-3 day shipping is included for purchases over $79. Note that some products will sell out or only be available to pick up at your local GameStop. If there's something specific on your wishlist, you'll need to move fast to beat the crowds.

If you're interested in Pokemon plushies, you'll find a nice variety of traditional plushies and Squishmallows up for grabs. Clefairy and Teddiursa Squishmallows are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from tiny 8-inch versions all the way to massive 20-inch behemoths. Beyond Squishmallow, you'll find an adorable Cubone 24-Inch Plush for $60 and a Pikachu Boutique 5-Inch Plush for $11. There are plenty of other great Pokemon plushies in the B2G1 catalog, so be sure to check out the full list for more great options.

Following the huge success of Barbie, Mattel Films is making a movie based on its line of Matchbox toy cars, and now a director has come aboard.

Sam Hargrave, who directed Netflix's Extraction movies starring Chris Hemsworth, has inked a deal to make the Matchbox movie, according to Deadline. Skydance and Mattel Films are producing the movie together.

There are no plot details available as of yet for the Matchbox movie. But Hargrave's hiring might suggest the film could go big on stunts and action set pieces, given Hargrave is a former stuntman himself who applied his skills to the Extraction series.

Humble Bundle's Spring Sale 2024 is underway, offering big price cuts on hundreds of PC games, including titles from big publishers and small indies. Many of the games in the sale are even Steam Deck compatible.

The sale is kicking off at the perfect time for anyone who recently got into the Fallout TV series on Amazon Prime and wants to experience the post-apocalyptic games the show is based on. Every mainline Fallout game is discounted in the sale, including the two original isometric 90s RPGs available in the Fallout Classic Collection for $5 (was $20). If you want to play modern, first-person titles in the franchise, Fallout 3: Game of the Year edition is just $5 (was $20), Fallout New Vegas: Ultimate Edition is $6.49 (was $20), and Fallout 4: Game of the Year Edition is $15 (was $60). You can also get Fallout 76, which offers an online multiplayer spin on the series' open-world RPG formula, for just $8 (was $40). Many of Bethesda's other open-world RPGs like Skyrim and Starfield are also part of the sale.

Monster Hunter has become one of Capcom's biggest franchises over the years, and if you're looking to experience one of the more interesting spin-off titles, then you should check out this PC preorder deal for Monster Hunter Stories right now. Originally released exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS in 2016 (and later ported to iOS), this new release updates the quirky adventure with improved high-definition visuals, full voice-overs in English and Japanese, and throws in a wealth of extra content.

Marvel Studios co-president Louis D'Esposito has owned up to releasing too much content, too fast, and has vowed that the company is now shifting gears.

Speaking to Empire, D'Esposito said, "It's been a rough time," before adding that he believes this July's Deadpool and Wolverine could help Marvel find its footing again.

"If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us. We took a little hit, we're coming back strong," he said. "Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit. We're not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a year and one or two shows, as opposed to doing four films and four shows."

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's official modding tool, REDkit, will be available May 21, developer CD Projekt Red has announced. It will be a free download for those who own The Witcher 3 on PC.

As CD Projekt Red explains in the tool's description on Steam, users will have the ability to edit almost anything within the developer's critically acclaimed open-world RPG. They'll also be able to make entirely new additions like new quests, items, environments, and characters, complete with new animations and storylines.

"The Witcher 3 REDkit is more than just a game development tool--it's a love letter to our community!" CD Projekt RED states on the tool's Steam page. "With The Witcher 3 REDkit, you can share your ideas, and inspire others to create a unique gaming experience that is truly your own. We can't wait to see the amazing things you'll do with it, so let's come together and make The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt even more exciting and enjoyable for everyone."

Game of Thrones fans eager for news about the next spin-off are in luck today, as The Hollywood Reporter revealed new information about the prequel series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Starting off, the show has a new name.

Previously known as A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight, the show is now simply called A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. THR said this name is not final and could change prior to the show's debut in 2025.

Additionally, it's been revealed that Owen Harris--who directed the fan-favorite Black Mirror episode "San Junipero"--is directing the first three episodes of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. He also directed the Black Mirror episode "Be Right Back."

Since starring in the Oscar-winning film, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Michelle Yeoh has had a pretty busy schedule on TV with stints on American Born Chinese, The Brothers Sun, The Witcher: Blood Origin, and the upcoming Star Trek: Section 31 movie for Paramount+. But now, Yeoh is adding another franchise to her credits.

Via Variety, Yeoh has been cast in a leading role in Amazon Prime Video's upcoming original series, Blade Runner 2099, which acts as a sequel to both Blade Runner 2049 and the original Blade Runner. Variety's report states that Yeoh will be playing Olwen, a replicant who is near the end of her life.

Yeoh won an Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Everything Everywhere All At Once. And she has extensive experience in film, including leading parts in Crazy Rich Asians, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Memoirs Of A Geisha, and more.

Amazon is celebrating Mother's Day with price cuts across most of its catalog, which could make it easier to find a gift for the mom on your shopping list. Everything from TVs and smart displays to Kindles and Fire tablets is discounted, so you should have no problem snagging the perfect gift without breaking the bank. Some products are even down to their lowest prices of the year.

Need help sorting through all the deals? We've pulled together all of our favorites below. Keep in mind that most of these prices likely won't stick around beyond May 12, so be sure to cash in on the limited-time deals while you can.

$280 ($390)

Just when you'd thought you'd seen the last of John Wick, the world's deadliest assassin is preparing to return in a brand-new pinball game. Yeah, we're thinking he's back. Developed and produced by Stern Pinball, this new table will include film-inspired mechanical features and artwork, as well as a "dynamic" AI combat system to replicate Wick's talent for mowing down disposable henchmen.

Stern says that players will follow John Wick as he fights to escape his past, and the table incorporates models and artwork inspired by iconic locations like the New York Continental Hotel and the Red Circle Club. The AI combat system controls the enemy lights on the playfield, allowing for enemy icons to respond to player behavior and illuminate dynamically around the playfield to provide a more challenging experience. All lights are controlled by player actions, timers, and random number generations, so this software is designed to keep players on their toes as enemies "move tactically" to counter your pinball wizardry.

Another neat touch is that every three enemies you eliminate will result in footage of Wick in action being broadcast on a video player. Ian McShane--who played the Continental Hotel manager Winston in the films--will also provide custom narration and the table has an original score composed by Charlie Benante of Anthrax and Pantera fame.

Microsoft has announced a new Xbox controller, the Fire Vapor Special Edition. It's part of the Vapor series, and previous controller launches have included Stormcloud, Dream, and Noctural. But this newest Vapor controller is styled around the element of fire.

"Feel the power of fire in your hands," Microsoft said in its description of the controller.

The Fire Vapor controller works with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and it also allows you to control Xbox games streamed to your phone via Bluetooth. Additionally, it comes with a dynamic background for your Xbox that's exclusive to this controller.

Helldivers 2's latest patch is out, and it brings a number of small but meaningful changes to the game. Most notably, this update removes shrapnel from the R-36 Erupter explosion in an attempt to reduce the number of player and ally one-shot deaths that it causes--however, in return, it also increased the damage of the explosion radius by 40.

The patch fixes a number of issues with the game, including one where damage-over-time effects were not being applied correctly, or where the network host could only use them. Similarly, the update fixes more than a half-dozen game crashes, including those that could happen on rejoining a mission, alt-tabbing, or exiting the game. In terms of game balance, developer Arrowhead also increased Shrieker sight and hearing range, as well as the Gunship's hearing range.

Earlier this month, Helldivers 2 was the focus of one of the biggest gaming controversies of the year so far when Sony announced that PC players would be required to link a PSN account in order to play the game starting later in the month. The platform-holder eventually reversed that decision after days of player outrage, prompting Helldivers 2 PC players to start an "operation" to reverse the wave of negative reviews that took over on platforms like Steam.

Apple has revealed the newest models in its flagship iPad Pro line: powerful new tablets that combine powerful hardware with a very slim form factor. The most obvious upgrade here is in the display, as Apple has shifted to an OLED screen for its 2024 iPad Pros, which will be available as 13 and 11-inch tablets. The display can reach 1,000 nits of peak full-screen brightness and maxes out at 1,600 nits for HDR content.

The front-facing camera is now in the landscape position, making it much more convenient to take video calls with this device. Under the OLED hood is a base storage capacity of 256GB and these tablets are powered by Apple's M4 chip, with Apple claiming that it'll be up to 50% faster than the M2 chip used in the previous-gen iPad Pro.

Apple has been giving its users more AAA games to play--Resident Evil Village and Death Stranding: Director's Cut are some of the high-profile games available on select devices--Apple says the M4 chip can deliver the same performance as the M2 chip while using just half the power(via The Verge).

For two movies, Chris Pine played American spy Steve Trevor, the love interest of Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman, and her alter ego, Diana Prince. A decades-old character from the comics, Trevor was a pilot who was shot down and later rescued by Diana and brought back to the world of man to save it from evil forces. It also looks like Wonder Woman 1984, the sequel to the original, will be the last time Pine dons the aviator jacket in the role.

Despite the first movie being the most critically acclaimed DCEU film, it got caught up when Warner Bros. overhauled its DC Comics universe in 2022 with director James Gunn and producer Peter Safran as co-CEOs of DC Studios, rebooting every film franchise on deck. Pine couldn't figure out why they would cancel the budding franchise.

"I'm stunned that they said no to a billion-dollar franchise and decided to pivot elsewhere," Pine told Business Insider. "I don't know what the reasoning was behind that; it's above my pay grade, but Wonder Woman is an incredible character; Patty [Jenkins] is such a thoughtful director."

There will be no one to stop Disney from going after Disney+ subscribers who share passwords soon, and CEO Bob Iger seems quite pleased with the plan. On an earnings call this morning, Iger expressed feeling "quite bullish about it."

Interestingly enough, part of Iger's optimism stems from a streaming competitor in Netflix. "Obviously, we're heartened by the results that Netflix has delivered in their password-sharing initiative and believe that will be one of the contributors to growth, as [CFO Hugh Johnston] noted going forward," said Iger on the call, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Netflix reportedly saw a huge growth in subscribers following a new ban on password-sharing by subscribers. In 2022, it was believed that roughly 100 million Netflix subscribers shared their accounts with family and friends.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is one of the best deals in gaming, offering access to hundreds of titles for one low monthly price. It's more enticing than usual right now, as the price of a three-month membership is being slashed to just $37--giving you a chance to test out the service or extend your subscription for cheap. There is a purchase limit, but it's 24 codes per customer, so unless you were planning on adding more than six years to your subscription, you're golden.

Unlike some Game Pass Ultimate promotions, this deal is available to both new and existing members. It's offered by Woot--an Amazon brand--and your digital code will be delivered via email. You can stack Game Pass Ultimate prepaid codes, so you can buy multiple and save even more in the long run. For reference, subscribing to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate directly through Microsoft will cost you $204/year ($17/month), whereas Woot's deal will only cost you $148 (buy four codes)--a savings of $56 is pretty awesome.

Microsoft is shutting down a number of Bethesda studios, including Arkane Austin, and related to that, the company has announced that "development will not continue on Redfall."

Redfall was released in May 2023 behind a cold critical reception. Bethesda sold a Hero Pass that would give players two DLC characters, but they were never released and they never will be. Anyone who bought the Bite Back Edition ($100 USD) that included the Hero Pass "will be eligible to receive the value of the upgrade," Arkane said. People who played Redfall via Game Pass were able to buy an upgrade that included the Bite Back Edition content for $33.50.

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