Xbox Series X Consistently Hits 60 FPS with Backwards Compatibility

One of the features of the Xbox Series X that I’m really hyped for is backwards compatibility. Well apparently, that’s definitely something to get excited for. The team over at Digital Foundry got an Xbox Series X and wanted to play around with it.

The catch is that there are currently no Xbox Series X games available to play. Well, that meant that the guys could run the backwards compatibility through the paces and fans should get excited. All of the games tested, typically ones that are very demanding, hit 60FPS and while some titles didn’t always maintain 60FPS, they all seemed to stay between 50-60. This is at a mix of 4K and 1080p.

So, in short, the Series X will be amazing for many games from previous generations. Now, it should be noted that backwards compatibility cannot take full advantage of the Xbox Velocity Architecture, which is probably why we don’t see a constant 60FPS across all older games.

Another thing they tested was the helpfulness of the SSD. Using Final Fantasy XV, they found that load times dropped considerably on the custom NVMe SSD being used. Instead of taking almost a full minute to load, the Series X could load a map in the game in under 12 seconds. That’s a dramatic difference.

There’s still more to see, but so far, the Series X is shaping up to be an amazing console. I’m excited for the Series X to launch on November 10.

Baby Yoda Takes a Ride on a Speeder Bike in New Poster For THE MANDALORIAN Season 2

Disney+ has shared a cool new poster for The Mandalorian Season 2 and it features Mando taking Baby Yoda for a fun ride on a Speeder Bike. I’m so pumped up to see this story continue! Luckily, we won’t have to wait much longer! It comes out at the end of the month!

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Here’s the synopsis:

The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire.

Season 2 stars Pedro Pascal, Gina Carano, Carl Weathers, and Giancarlo Esposito. The new season welcomes in additional cast members that include Temuera Morrison as Boba Fett and maybe Captain Rex, Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka, Katee Sackhoff as Bo-Katan, Timothy Olyphant as Cobb Vanth, and Michael Biehn in a yet to be revealed role.

Directors for the new season include Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rick Famuyiwa, Carl Weathers, Peyton Reed, and Robert Rodriguez.

The Mandalorian season 2 arrives on Disney+ on October 30, 2020.

CS Collectibles: Batman, Hawkgirl, Jurassic Park & More!

CS Collectibles: Batman, Hawkgirl, Jurassic Park & More!

Hello and welcome to the latest edition of CS Collectibles, ComingSoon.net’s newest weekly column that brings you the best in premium collectibles! Find out all the latest on statues, figures, posters, cards, eBay deals, Amazon deals & much more below!

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Sideshow

The Hawkgirl Premium Format Figure measures 22” tall as the avian heroine soars over an Egyptian temple themed base with the crumbling head of a hawk idol. With her wings spread wide, the legendary fighter takes flight to deliver justice with a swing of her mystical Nth metal mace.

Purchase the Hawkgirl Premium Format™ Figure here!

Inspired by Batman’s iconic animated appearances, this collectible captures the dynamic motion and action-packed energy of the Caped Crusader in a beloved art style. The Batman Statue measures 16” tall, depicting the Dark Knight taking a running leap off of a Gotham rooftop base as bats take wing into the night.

Purchase the Batman Statue here!

EBAY DEAL: KIDPOOL Premium Format Figure Sideshow Marvel NEW DEADPOOL

EBAY DEAL: BRUCE LEE Premium Format Figure 19” TALL Sideshow Collectible LTD ED 106/1000

Diamond Select

A Diamond Select Toys release! One of the most iconic Batmen of all time takes the stage with this all-new Gallery Diorama of Batman from Tim Burton’s 1989 movie Batman! Standing atop a distinctive piece of Gotham City architecture, Batman spreads his cape and prepares to dive on some unsuspecting evildoer. Measuring approximately 11 inches tall, this diorama is made of high-quality PVC and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Shawn Knapp, sculpted by Rocco Tartamella.

Purchase DIAMOND SELECT TOYS DC Gallery Batman here!

A Diamond Select Toys release! Get over here! From the hit Mortal Kombat video game franchise, wearing his outfit from Mortal Kombat 11, Scorpion launches his kunai (chain-spear thingy) at an opponent in this dynamic, deluxe Gallery Diorama. Cast in high-quality PVC, it features detailed sculpting and paint applications, and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Salvador Gomes.

Purchase DIAMOND SELECT TOYS Mortal Kombat Gallery: Scorpion PVC Figure here!

Mondo

You know the rules, but can you remember to follow them? The Mogwai Tiki Stackers are 3 mini mugs that can be stacked into one tiki totem! Each mini mug holds approx. 8oz, and represents a different Mogawi with a rule-rune on the back- Gizmo with water, Stripe with bright light, and Hungry Mogwai with feeding after midnight!

Designed Michael Bonanno, sculpted by Tom “Thor” Thordarson, and produced with the gremlins at Tiki Farm, The Mogwai Tiki Stackers will remind you that some rules shouldn’t be broken, but can be fun if they are! This Yum Yum variant of the Mogwai Tiki Stackers features a candy coral glaze.

Purchase the Mogwai Tiki Stackers here!

“They show extreme intelligence, even problem-solving intelligence. Especially the big one.” He has hunted many a dangerous predator, but against a pack of raptors, is Robert Muldoon the hunter or the hunted? In Unmatched: Jurassic Park – InGen vs Raptors, these clever girls use their speed and agility to surround their prey, getting stronger when they attack together. InGen’s Game Warden and his Security Team lay traps to slow their opponent down and attack from range in a matchup 65 million years in the making.

Purchase Jurassic Park here!

EBAY DEAL: TMNT Michelangelo Mondo 1/6 Scale Figure Sideshow Collectibles Eastman & Laird

Iron Studios

Sideshow and Iron Studios are proud to present the Jungle Explorer 04 1:10 Art Scale Statue from Jurassic Park. Based on original references from the film, this polystone statue is hand-painted and comes with LED light-up effects as well as a guide folder and map from the park.

This limited edition art scale statue of the doomed Jungle Explorer 04 is a must-have for any Jurassic Park fan to add to his or her collection!

Purchase the Jungle Explorer here!

ALMOST GONE! Sideshow and Iron Studios proudly present the Winston Zeddemore 1:10 Art Scale Statue. This hand-painted polystone statue includes a display base that can be posed with the other statues to form a Ghostbusters diorama.

Purchase Winston Zeddemore here!

Prime 1 Studios

Prime 1 Studio is proud to present Griffith, The Falcon of Light from Berserk (Manga). Griffith is the main antagonist of Berserk. He is the founder and leader of the mercenary army known as the Band of the Hawk. As a mercenary, Griffith fought in the Hundred Year War and restored peace to the war-torn Kingdom of Midland and was once a close friend and ally of Guts. After being tortured, however, he used the eclipse to sacrifice his entire army and later was reborn as Femto, the fifth and newest member of the God Hand.

This Ultimate Premium Masterline Berserk series brings to life the popular Japanese dark fantasy comics/manga and crafted with attention to details and true to the original design of the character. The Falcon of Light statue stands at an impressive 27 inches tall with a key visual that everyone who knows Berserk will remember this scene. This is the ultimate piece for all Berserk fans.

Purchase Griffith here!

ALMOST GONE! To celebrate one of the most influential stories ever told in comics, Sideshow and Prime 1 Studio are proud to present The Dark Knight Returns Batman (Blue Version) Bust convention exclusive.

Frank Miller completely reinvents the legend of Batman in this saga. Forced to take action, the Dark Knight returns in a blaze of fury, taking on a whole new generation of criminals and matching their level of violence.

This Convention Exclusive bust is limited to 500 pieces worldwide.

Purchase The Dark Knight Returns Batman Bust here!

EBAY DEAL: TMNT Raphael TEENAGE Mutant NINJA Turtles movie Cartoon Prime 1 642/1500 STATUE

XM Studios

EBAY DEAL: X-MEN X-FORCE WOLVERINE Logan XM Statue 210/950 Coin MARVEL movie Comic Book

EBAY DEAL: XM Studios Black Widow Print by Stanley Artgerm Lau Includes 12×18 Black Frame

PCS Collectibles

The Nemesis Prime Classic Scale Statue features a unique and meticulous paint application to capture the iconic two-dimensional style of the Generation 1 Transformers cartoon as a three-dimensional collectible. Nemesis Prime is detailed with light and dark grey tones with red and blue accents to recreate his signature animated look. His left shoulder also features a purple Decepticon logo, showing his dark allegiance. Pair Nemesis Prime with the Optimus Prime Classic Scale Statue for an incredible showdown in your Transformers collection.

Purchase The Nemesis Prime Classic Scale Statue here!

ALMOST GONE! Using the Capcom supplied in-game character model for total accuracy, the craftspeople at Pop Culture Shock Collectibles have made their 1:6 Ryu statue the most imposing and powerful to date, looking more like pixels and sprites than paint and polystone.

Purchase the Ryu statue here!

EBAY DEAL: NEW IN BOX HORROR MOVIE “THE HOWLING” WEREWOLF STATUE PCS COLLECTIBLES RARE

Hot Toys

Yoda was a legendary Jedi Master and stronger than most in his connection with the Force. Small in size but wise and powerful, he trained Jedi for over 800 years and played integral roles in the Clone Wars.

Being a widely beloved character across the Star Wars galaxy, now Sideshow and Hot Toys are pleased to officially present the new Yoda Sixth Scale Collectible Figure from Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones.

Beautifully crafted based on the appearance of Yoda in the movie, the sixth scale collectible Star Wars figure features a newly developed head sculpt with amazing likeness and fabric hair, specialized body specifically designed for the Jedi Master, finely tailored outfit, a walking cane, a pair of Force Lighting effect parts that are attachable to hands and a lightsaber hilt that is magnetically attachable to his belt!

Purchase Yoda here!

With the strength of Hercules, the wisdom of Athena, the speed of Mercury, and the beauty of Aphrodite, our beloved Amazon princess will show skill in the face of her formidable foe during the 1980s!

Based on Wonder Woman 1984, Sideshow and Hot Toys present the Golden Armor Wonder Woman (Metallic Gold Version) Cosbaby(S). Each Cosbaby stands approximately 9.5 – 10cm tall with a rotatable head. The Metallic Gold Version available only in selected markets has made superior upgrades to the stunning armor in elegant gold chrome.

Purchase Wonder Woman here!

Super 7

Entertainment Earth Exclusive! Based on the hit 1990s cartoon and toy line, this awesome 6-inch scale Toxic Crusaders Glow in the Dark Toxie Deluxe 6-Inch Action Figure – Entertainment Earth Exclusive is ready clean up this town all day and all night. Complete with Blobbie, a flag map, an alternate head, a shield, and a whole suite of accessories, the glowing green mutant is here to save the world while also making it just a little bit cleaner… and brighter, because Toxie and his gear are cast in glow-in-the-dark green plastic! This is an exclusive, so it will sell fast. We suggest that you get your order in now so you don’t miss out!

Purchase Super7 Toxic Crusaders Glow in The Dark Toxie Deluxe 6-Inch Action Figure here!

Officially Licensed Super7 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Krang ReAction Figure. Measures 3.75″.

Purchase Super7 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Krang Reaction Figure 3.75″ here!

Loot Crate

What’s that lurking in the SHADOWS? Celebrate darkness with this month’s pop culture collectibles and gear featuring Black Widow, Venom, Fallout and The Crow! Want even more loot? Add on this month’s premium bonus item: a Batman Mask & Book!

SHADOWS ENDS 10/19 AT 9PM PT

Click here to order!

Wizards of the Coast

Click here to purchase Zendikar Rising Draft Booster Box!

Click here to purchase Zendikar Rising Bundle!

Click here to purchase Ikoria!

Click here to purchase Core 2021!

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CS Video: Scare Me Interview With Writer/Director/Star Josh Ruben

CS Video: Scare Me Interview With Writer/Director/Star Josh Ruben

CS Video: Scare Me interview with writer/director/star Josh Ruben

Just in time for the film’s debut on Shudder and for the start of the Halloween season, ComingSoon.net got the opportunity to chat with Scare Me‘s writer, director and star Josh Ruben to discuss his brilliant horror-comedy. Our interview can be viewed in the player below!

RELATED: Scare Me Review: A Brilliant New Take on the Horror Anthology Genre

In the film, Fred, a frustrated copywriter, checks into a winter cabin to start his first novel. While jogging in the nearby woods, he meets Fanny, a successful and smug young horror author who fuels his insecurities. During a power outage, Fanny challenges Fred to tell a scary story.

As a storm sets in, they pass the time spinning spooky tales fueled by the tensions between them, and Fred is forced to confront his ultimate fear: Fanny is the better storyteller. The stakes are raised when they’re visited by a horror fan who delivers levity (and a pizza) to the proceedings.

Click here to rent Scare Me!

This film marks the feature directorial debut of Josh Ruben (College Humor), who is also starring alongside Aya Cash (You’re The WorstThe Boys) and Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live). It is written and produced by Ruben with Alex Bach, and Daniel also set as producers.

RELATED: CS Video: Scare Me Interviews With Aya Cash & Chris Redd

Scare Me is now available to stream on Shudder!

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D&D Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden Dice & Miscellany is Out Now

Today, Dungeons & Dragons launches Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden Dice & Miscellany. This is an optional set of accessories for D&D players themed around the latest adventure, Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden. This set of accessories includes 11 dice including 4 slightly oversized six-sided dice, a foldout map of Icewind Dale and Ten-Towns, a felt-lined box for you to store everything and role the dice, and 20 double-sided cards full of lore about creatures you’ll find. It’s pretty standard and Wizards of the Coast was kind enough to send me one.

If you’re wondering if you should purchase these accessories, it’s a hard maybe. In all honesty, the dice, box, and map are very nice and useful. I’m glad they didn’t make the d20s oversized this time (although they’ll be available in December in the Drizzt & Guenhwyvar Figure Pack), but the dice still feel kind of cheap.

The box, while made of cardboard, is sturdy and usable in place of more expensive alternatives (although Dungeon Box is still my top pick if you’ve got more of a budget). The creature lore cards are cool, but definitely not necessary and I’m sure many players will end up not really using them. All of this is available for the price tag of $29.99. If it were $5 cheaper, it’d be a softer maybe and definitely more enticing, but really, the best price in my opinion would be $19.99.

You can purchase your set of Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden Dice and Miscellany from your local game store or places like Amazon.

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CS Video: Scare Me Interviews With Aya Cash & Chris Redd

CS Video: Scare Me Interviews With Aya Cash & Chris Redd

CS Video: Scare Me Interviews With Aya Cash & Chris Redd

Ahead of the film’s debut on Shudder, ComingSoon.net got the opportunity to chat with stars Aya Cash (The Boys) and Chris Redd (Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping) to discuss Josh Ruben’s horror-comedy Scare Me. Our interviews can be viewed in the player below!

RELATED: Scare Me Review: A Brilliant New Take on the Horror Anthology Genre

In Scare Me, Fred, a frustrated copywriter, checks into a winter cabin to start his first novel. While jogging in the nearby woods, he meets Fanny, a successful and smug young horror author who fuels his insecurities. During a power outage, Fanny challenges Fred to tell a scary story.

As a storm sets in, they pass the time spinning spooky tales fueled by the tensions between them, and Fred is forced to confront his ultimate fear: Fanny is the better storyteller. The stakes are raised when they’re visited by a horror fan who delivers levity (and a pizza) to the proceedings.

Click here to rent Scare Me!

This film marks the feature directorial debut of Josh Ruben (College Humor), who is also starring alongside Aya Cash (You’re The WorstThe Boys) and Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live). It is written and produced by Ruben with Alex Bach, and Daniel also set as producers.

RELATED: Docuseries Cursed Films Renewed for Second Season at Shudder

Scare Me is now available to stream on Shudder!

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Watch the New Trailer for DYNASTY WARRIORS 9 EMPIRES Now

During the Tokyo Game Show, Koei Tecmo dropped a new trailer for the upcoming Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires. The game celebrates 20 years of Dynasty Warriors and will feature a combination of the classic 1 vs 1,000 action with some strategic elements like unit command. You’ll be able to conquer ancient China with Siege Battles, high-stakes fights, and more. Producer Akihiro Suzuki is very excited for the game:

This is the 20th anniversary of DYNASTY WARRIORS, and we couldn’t be more excited than to celebrate with our faithful fans by delivering the first new WARRIORS series game on next-gen consoles, and the first new DYNASTY WARRIORS series game on Switch.

Of course, one of the most exciting aspects of the game is the new enriched edit function that will allow players to create their dream officers to be more efficient at conquering China. Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires will be available in Early 2021 for Nintendo Switch, PC (via Steam), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series.