Kirby’s Last Snack
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Absorbing info and spitting out thoughts. Primarily media, entertainment, tech, film, TV and video game industry discussion. Sometimes vague, often sarcastic. Veteran Nintendo and Warner Bros. stalwart.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all — except those who have made it abundantly clear they care about nobody but themselves. 😀
I hope everyone is able to enjoy some moments of relaxation with their favorite films, shows, sporting events or video games on Xmas, whether with family or alone.
I hope everyone is able to enjoy some moments of relaxation with their favorite films, shows, sporting events or video games on Xmas, whether with family or alone.
a man in a suit and turtleneck says merry christmas in white letters
ALT: a man in a suit and turtleneck says merry christmas in white letters
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December 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all — except those who have made it abundantly clear they care about nobody but themselves. 😀
I hope everyone is able to enjoy some moments of relaxation with their favorite films, shows, sporting events or video games on Xmas, whether with family or alone.
I hope everyone is able to enjoy some moments of relaxation with their favorite films, shows, sporting events or video games on Xmas, whether with family or alone.
The real secret is that Cane’s chicken is average. There are far better strips of various types that could be considered “trendy” like Canes. Dave’s hot chicken for example, while different, is much more unique and all around better. 🤷♂️
There’s one copy, it’s locked in a safe at an undisclosed location and few people have seen it. It’s not an ancient manuscript. It’s the recipe for the sauce behind a chicken chain’s rise. 🔗 on.wsj.com/4q3yD7S
December 24, 2025 at 4:42 AM
The real secret is that Cane’s chicken is average. There are far better strips of various types that could be considered “trendy” like Canes. Dave’s hot chicken for example, while different, is much more unique and all around better. 🤷♂️
That seems like a lot more viewers than the Bari W. Kirkland brand town hall recently. 🤔
Sunday was a big night for CBS. The CBS News-produced special about Rob Reiner drew 6.2M same-day viewers.
The full special is streaming for free on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYG6...
The full special is streaming for free on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYG6...
CBS News: Rob Reiner - Scenes from a Life
YouTube video by CBS News
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December 24, 2025 at 4:26 AM
That seems like a lot more viewers than the Bari W. Kirkland brand town hall recently. 🤔
Day one for this.
The first trailer for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is here 👀
In theaters July 17, 2026
In theaters July 17, 2026
December 23, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Day one for this.
Battle Arena Toshinden
What's the FIRST video game that comes to mind when you see/hear this?
December 7, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Battle Arena Toshinden
I’m enjoying my time in Metroid Prime 4’s Sol Valley. I’m spending time there between other areas so I‘m less likely to get worn out later when I undoubtedly need to go back to get locked items or more crystals. With that said, Retro should have not locked the rockin’ Vi-O-La song behind an amiibo.
December 7, 2025 at 4:12 AM
I’m enjoying my time in Metroid Prime 4’s Sol Valley. I’m spending time there between other areas so I‘m less likely to get worn out later when I undoubtedly need to go back to get locked items or more crystals. With that said, Retro should have not locked the rockin’ Vi-O-La song behind an amiibo.
Really enjoying Metroid Prime 4 so far. I’m in the fire zone now and spent a decent amount of time racing around the desert checking stuff out with the moto-license training tune playing in the bg (thanks amiibo!).
Sure, it’s a little more linear than the other Primes but that isn’t holding it back
Sure, it’s a little more linear than the other Primes but that isn’t holding it back
December 6, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Really enjoying Metroid Prime 4 so far. I’m in the fire zone now and spent a decent amount of time racing around the desert checking stuff out with the moto-license training tune playing in the bg (thanks amiibo!).
Sure, it’s a little more linear than the other Primes but that isn’t holding it back
Sure, it’s a little more linear than the other Primes but that isn’t holding it back
I see Gasparinonis still carrying water for the corrent administration and the Ellisons. Big surprise there.
A Trump admin regulator says 'Warner Bros is far more likely to collect its $5.8B breakup fee than getting this Netflix deal through the regulatory process'
(via CGasparino | TW)
(via CGasparino | TW)
December 6, 2025 at 9:59 PM
I see Gasparinonis still carrying water for the corrent administration and the Ellisons. Big surprise there.
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Tbf, we did our best stuff at WB Games when Warner itself barely knew the Games team existed.
I also attended the full Netflix conference call discussing the proposed deal and the VAST majority of chatter was focused on film and television (and IP ownership).
This 'Business Overview' slide contained the only mention of WB's video game business.
This 'Business Overview' slide contained the only mention of WB's video game business.
December 5, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Tbf, we did our best stuff at WB Games when Warner itself barely knew the Games team existed.
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Rui Hachimura talked about his willingness to do whatever is necessary to help the #Lakers win games.
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Rui Hachimura Willing To Do Whatever Necessary To Help Lakers Win
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura expressed that he is willing to do whatever is necessary to help the team win this year.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Rui Hachimura talked about his willingness to do whatever is necessary to help the #Lakers win games.
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Weekend projections: Zootopia 2 land stellar Thanksgiving opening as Wicked continues to prosper
#Zootopia2 #WickedForGood #boxoffice
#Zootopia2 #WickedForGood #boxoffice
Weekend projections: Zootopia 2 lands stellar Thanksgiving opening, as Wicked continues to prosper - The Numbers
Zootopia 2 is cruising to a monster $96.8 million three-day weekend, and $156 million five-day weekend, making it the big winner over Thanksgiving
www.the-numbers.com
November 30, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Weekend projections: Zootopia 2 land stellar Thanksgiving opening as Wicked continues to prosper
#Zootopia2 #WickedForGood #boxoffice
#Zootopia2 #WickedForGood #boxoffice
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NEW: I spoke to Team Cherry about Silksong DLC, cut content, difficulty settings, storytelling, what they were thinking with Bilewater, the lack of signposting for Act 3, whether they'll do another Hollow Knight game, and much, much more www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
The Makers of ‘Silksong’ Aren’t Done Just Yet
The developers at Team Cherry tell us they’re working on new content for their popular action game
www.bloomberg.com
November 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM
NEW: I spoke to Team Cherry about Silksong DLC, cut content, difficulty settings, storytelling, what they were thinking with Bilewater, the lack of signposting for Act 3, whether they'll do another Hollow Knight game, and much, much more www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
Yeah… nah. Get out of here with this crap. All game devs are not using AI and most are definitely not avoiding paying voice actors by using AI so big money-making publishers can squeak out a little more profit. Talk about throwing away a lot of the good will your game and dev had in one fell swoop.
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm
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“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm - AUTOMATON WEST
In an interview following the launch of ARC Raiders, the CEO of Embark Studios' parent company Nexon shares his views on AI.
automaton-media.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Yeah… nah. Get out of here with this crap. All game devs are not using AI and most are definitely not avoiding paying voice actors by using AI so big money-making publishers can squeak out a little more profit. Talk about throwing away a lot of the good will your game and dev had in one fell swoop.
Great news with Ghosts basically matching the PS4 predecessor which had more favorable conditions. Seems like a huge success for the series, developer and Sony, to the chagrin of awesome woman protagonist haters online. 😉
Ghost of Tsushima launched in July 2020 (if you'll recall, stuff was happening at the time that significantly boosted gaming), and the PS4 installed base at the time was significantly higher than the PS5 is today.
Like, anyone with "concern" about this title should be looked at with a side eye.
Like, anyone with "concern" about this title should be looked at with a side eye.
October 22, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Great news with Ghosts basically matching the PS4 predecessor which had more favorable conditions. Seems like a huge success for the series, developer and Sony, to the chagrin of awesome woman protagonist haters online. 😉
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With one week in market, the US sales performance of Ghost of Yotei was basically flat to that of Ghost of Tsushima.
It did great.
It did great.
October 22, 2025 at 1:49 PM
With one week in market, the US sales performance of Ghost of Yotei was basically flat to that of Ghost of Tsushima.
It did great.
It did great.
Items from her mom’s closet? Like… a giant snake? 😲
Apple Martin, who's now in college, said she often uses items from mom Gwyneth Paltrow's closet and admits she didn't have a "normal" upbringing.
Apple Martin on Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin's parenting: 'Shouldn't be entitled'
Apple Martin, who's now in college, said she often uses items from mom Gwyneth Paltrow's closet and admits she didn't have a "normal" upbringing.
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October 16, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Items from her mom’s closet? Like… a giant snake? 😲
Very sad to see. Keaton is a legendary star. Rest well.
Terribly sad news about one of the greats. Diane Keaton has died at 79.
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Diane Keaton, Famed for Roles in 'Father of the Bride,' 'First Wives Club' and More, Dies at 79 (Exclusive)
Diane Keaton has died at age 79. Keaton was best known for roles in movies like 'Annie Hall,' 'The First Wives Club,' 'Something's Gotta Give' and 'The Godfather.'
people.com
October 11, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Very sad to see. Keaton is a legendary star. Rest well.
My better half just started playing this yesterday and it’s already great. Well deserved!
Ghost of Yotei was the #1 best selling game in Japan this week!
It sold 120,196 physical units at launch on PS5
It sold 120,196 physical units at launch on PS5
October 10, 2025 at 12:41 PM
My better half just started playing this yesterday and it’s already great. Well deserved!
Did this person not research David Simon for the assignment? 😅
October 10, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Did this person not research David Simon for the assignment? 😅
No film is “ruined“ because it gets turned into a franchise. Folks need to set aside their hatred for franchises (which tend to fund their favorite new non-franchise films) and focus on the why they love the original movie(s) that spawned said franchises.
Food for thought: What is the worst franchise made from the best movie?
15 Great Movies That Were Ruined By Becoming Franchises
These classic films should never have gotten sequels.
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October 9, 2025 at 3:55 AM
No film is “ruined“ because it gets turned into a franchise. Folks need to set aside their hatred for franchises (which tend to fund their favorite new non-franchise films) and focus on the why they love the original movie(s) that spawned said franchises.
Great video game industry sales and health insights from Mat, as usual. Very curious to see how the holiday season goes with higher prices and other factors.
August 2025 U.S. Video Game Market Highlights Thread from Circana - NBA 2K26, Mobile, and Nintendo Switch 2 drove 11% spending growth in August when compared to a year ago, helping lift total projected spending across video game hardware, content and accessories to $4.7B.
October 8, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Great video game industry sales and health insights from Mat, as usual. Very curious to see how the holiday season goes with higher prices and other factors.
Double digit declines for Xbox and switch 1 aren’t surprising but PS5 is certainly concerning. Was there something this time last year that would make that decline less severe?
Hardware - Monthly hardware spending increased by 32% when compared to a year ago, to $312M. Nintendo Switch 2 sales were able to offset double-digit percentage declines across each of PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and Switch.
October 8, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Double digit declines for Xbox and switch 1 aren’t surprising but PS5 is certainly concerning. Was there something this time last year that would make that decline less severe?
Oh so it wasn’t Mario Galaxy movie related. Even better!
Nintendo has just revealed a fresh version of yesterday's mysterious animated short film that featured a toddler taking their first steps — now with a small army of Pikmin visible.
Nintendo Reveals Mysterious Animated Short is Indeed a New Pikmin Tease
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October 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Oh so it wasn’t Mario Galaxy movie related. Even better!
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Today is a day when arts degrees are worthless, but the product of those degrees is so valuable it would kill an entire industry if they were made to pay for it.
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Paul McCartne, Elton John and others signed an open letter.
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October 8, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Today is a day when arts degrees are worthless, but the product of those degrees is so valuable it would kill an entire industry if they were made to pay for it.