Netflix’s $83 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition: Implications for Gaming, Streaming, and Antitrust Concerns
Netflix’s $83 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition Could Reshape Gaming and Streaming
Warner Bros., including its iconic game studios behind titles like Batman Arkham, Mortal Kombat and Hogwarts Legacy, is set to be acquired by Netflix for nearly $83 billion. The deal may not be finalized yet, as Netflix explores new ways to leverage Warner’s assets through AI innovations and shorter theatrical windows, positioning the streaming giant at the forefront of entertainment distribution.
- Netflix agrees to buy Warner Bros., including its game studios, for nearly $83 billion-with-a-B, but the fight may not be over yet — PC Gamer
- Netflix to buy Warner Bros for $82.7 billion, including the creators of Batman Arkham, Mortal Kombat and Mad Max — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Netflix Deal Designed to Unlock Warner Bros. Assets as an ‘AI Trove,’ Report States, So Get Ready For Endless Memes of Harry Potter Meeting the KPop Demon Hunters — IGN
- Netflix Will Launch Every Warner Bros. Movie Currently ‘Planned’ for Theaters as Intended, but Expects Shorter Windows Before Streaming in Future ‘To Meet the Audience Where They Are, Quicker’ — IGN
- Netflix acquires Warner Bros. in $82.7bn deal, including studios behind Mortal Kombat and Hogwarts Legacy — Eurogamer
Tim Cain Returns to Obsidian for Mystery Game, Continues YouTube Chats
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain rejoins Xbox studio Obsidian full-time to work on an unspecified mystery project while also maintaining his presence on YouTube.
- Fallout co-creator Tim Cain’s rejoined Obsidian full-time to work on a mystery game, but plans to keep his YouTube chats going — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Fallout and Elder Scrolls boss Todd Howard defends AI in game development, but aims to “protect artistry” and “human intention” in his games — Eurogamer
- ‘Don’t Bother Guessing. You’re Not Going to Guess Right’ — Tim Cain, One of the Creators of the Original Fallout, Has Rejoined Xbox Studio Obsidian to Work on a Mystery Project — IGN
Fallout Season 2 Exclusive Trailer Announces Novac, Dinky T-Rex, and The Ghoul’s Dark Fate
IGN reveals a new Fallout Season 2 trailer showcasing the return of antagonist Novac, the mysterious dinosaur-like creature Dinky, and the enigmatic character The Ghoul, hinting at dramatic developments for the beloved post-apocalyptic RPG series.
- New FREE games this weekend (December 6-7, 2025): your comprehensive roundup — GG.deals
- New Fallout Season 2 Clip Reveals Novac and Dinky the T-Rex… and The Ghoul in Some Real Trouble — IGN
Bethesda Boss Howard Leaves Door Open for Elder Scrolls TV Show, but Prefers Fallout Adaptation
Todd Howard of Bethesda expressed willingness to explore an Elder Scrolls television series adaptation, though he believes the Fallout franchise was more fitting for such a format. This statement reflects ongoing discussions within Bethesda about potential media expansions.
- Bethesda Boss Todd Howard Won’t Rule Out an Elder Scrolls TV Show, but Says Fallout Was ‘More Uniquely Suited’ for an Adaptation — IGN
- Bethesda boss and RPG lover Todd Howard names his 2025 Game of the Year, and it shouldn’t come as a big surprise — Eurogamer
Netflix’s $82.7 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition Sparks Antitrust Concerns
Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros Entertainment for $82.7 billion, including the developers of Batman Arkham and Mortal Kombat. The deal raises antitrust concerns and has been criticized by Senator Elizabeth Warren, who warns it could lead to job losses and higher subscription prices.
- Netflix to buy Warner Bros for $82.7 billion, including the creators of Batman Arkham and Mortal Kombat — Rock Paper Shotgun
- ‘This Deal Looks Like an Anti-Monopoly Nightmare’ — Netflix’s $82.5 Billion Warner Bros. Buyout Risks Job Losses and Higher Subscription Prices, Senator Elizabeth Warren Warns — IGN
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair Review – A Cinematic Masterpiece of Style and Violence
IGN’s review praises Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ for its stylish cinematography, intense choreography, and iconic performances. Despite some pacing issues, the film delivers a thrilling homage to samurai cinema with unforgettable moments.
New Postal Game Announced and Then Cancelled Amid Gen AI Controversy
Developer shuts down studio after controversy over generative AI use in new Postal game leads to cancellation.
- Running With Scissors Reveals, Then Cancels, New Postal Game After Accusations of Generative AI Use — IGN
- Developer of New Postal Game Shuts Down Studio After Game Was Announced, Then Canceled Over Gen AI Allegations — IGN
Nvidia Brings Back 32-bit PhysX Support to RTX 50-Series Graphics Cards for Select Games
In a surprising move, Nvidia reinstated 32-bit PhysX support on its RTX 50-series graphics cards, but only for a limited selection of games.
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