Paramount’s Saudi-backed Warner Bros. Discovery Bid Faces Scrutiny Amid December Book Releases, Shenmue 4 Leak, Fallouts Season 3 Filming, and Humble Bundle Revival
Paramount’s Saudi-backed hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery intensifies as Netflix deal faces scrutiny
Following US President Donald Trump’s warning about the Netflix deal potentially causing issues, Paramount, backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, announces a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery just days after reaching an agreement with Skydance Media.
- Paramount, backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, launches hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, one day after US president Donald Trump says the Netflix deal ‘could be a problem’ — PC Gamer
- Paramount to ruin the Netflix party? Hollywood company announces “clearly superior” Warner Bros. offer of its own — Eurogamer
- Paramount Skydance Launches Hostile Bid For Warner Bros. Discovery, Just Days After Netflix Agreement Reached — IGN
10 Best Books to Look Out for in December 2025
A curated list of the top ten new releases arriving in December 2025, featuring critically acclaimed novels, genre-defining works, and standout titles across genres.
- These Are the 10 Best Books to Look Out for in December 2025 — IGN
- The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Deals Today — IGN
- The 5 Best Big and Tall Gaming Chairs in 2025 — IGN
Shenmue 4 Trailer ‘Leak’ Denies Connection to Ys Net, Sparks Legal Threat
Developer Ys Net denies involvement with a leaked Shenmue 4 trailer, accusing the source of misleading viewers and threatening legal action over perceived false claims about their relationship.
- That “leaked” Shenmue 4 trailer has nothing to do with Ys Net, and they’re so mad about it they might take legal action — Rock Paper Shotgun
- This week in PC games: a skating demon tries to eat the moon and Terminator game appropriately rewrites history — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Shenmue 4 Video ‘Has Absolutely No Connection’ to Developer Ys Net, and Now the Studio Is Threatening Legal Action as the Footage ‘Misleads Viewers Into Believing Such Content Is Official’ — IGN
Fallout Season 3 Filming Set to Begin Next Summer, Showrunners Prioritize Keeping ‘Big Iron’ in the Fire
Fallout season 3 is slated for production next summer if filming plans proceed smoothly, with showrunners keen on maintaining momentum and keeping the popular series ‘in the fire’.
- Fallout season 3 will start filming next summer if all goes plan, as its showrunners want to keep their big iron in the fire — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Fallout season 3 will start filming next summer if all goes to plan, as its showrunners want to keep their big iron in the fire — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Fallout Executive Producer Wants Hit TV Show ‘Back on the Air as Soon as We Can’ After Season 2 Ends, With Season 3 Set to Film ‘Next Summer’ — IGN
Riftbound Expands with New Spiritforged Cards at PAX Unplugged
Riot Games unveils a new set of cards for the TCG Riftbound, featuring unique ‘Spiritforged’ mechanics that appeal to both League of Legends fans and newcomers. IGN explores how these additions enhance gameplay and attract diverse audiences.
- Riot Games Reveals New Riftbound Spiritforged Cards and Details at PAX Unplugged — IGN
- A Closer Look at Riftbound: The TCG That’s Hooking League Fans and New Players Alike — IGN
Humble Bundle Revives Popular 2025 Bundles, Including All Borderlands Games for $70
In its final days of 2025, Humble Bundle is re-releasing some of its most sought-after bundles from the year, featuring all Borderlands titles in one package at an affordable price of just $70.
The Alters Receives Update Adding Gamers Den and Photo Mode
Rock Paper Shotgun reports that The Alters has been updated to include a ‘gamer’s den’ feature for interactive gameplay experiences, along with a new photo mode allowing players to capture in-game moments.
- The Alters gets an update that includes a “gamer’s den” and a photo mode so you can take pics of you, yourself, and yours — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The Boys: Our Biggest Burning Questions After the Season 5 Teaser Trailer — IGN
The Ultimate PC Gamer Gift Guide: Top Hardware Picks for Gamers
PC Gamer presents their favorite hardware recommendations, offering essential upgrades and must-have accessories to enhance any gaming setup. From high-performance peripherals to immersive displays, discover the best gifts for tech-savvy gamers this holiday season.
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