All articles tagged with #zombie apocalypse
Director Danny Boyle used iPhones to film key scenes in '28 Years Later,' allowing for quick, lightweight filming in remote locations, which contributed to the movie's gritty aesthetic and realistic portrayal of a post-apocalyptic UK, reflecting on the ongoing relevance of apocalyptic stories amid global crises.
The trailer for "28 Years Later," the anticipated sequel to "28 Days Later" and "28 Weeks Later," has sparked speculation about Cillian Murphy's return as his character Jim, despite his absence from promotional materials. The film, set for release in June, stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes, and follows survivors of a "rage virus" on a quarantined island. The trailer hints at a possible zombie version of Murphy's character, with fans eagerly debating his involvement.
The latest installment in "The Walking Dead" franchise, titled "The Ones Who Live," is set to premiere on Feb. 25 and will focus on the epic love story between original characters Rick and Michonne. The series, described as an apocalyptic epic love narrative, will explore the post-apocalyptic world with a bigger picture look at the impact of the zombie virus. Executive producer Scott M. Gimple and actress Danai Gurira emphasized the driving force of love in propelling the plot, while also hinting at new obstacles for the zombie-hunter lovers. The new spinoff aims to bring back the beloved characters and add a fresh perspective to the "Dead" universe.
Gizmodo Monday Puzzle is back with a Halloween-themed challenge. In Puzzle #17, you are in charge of a stronghold during a zombie apocalypse and need to identify a poisoned barrel of water among 1,000 barrels. The poisoned water is indistinguishable from the rest, but drinking it will cause death at midnight. The question is, what is the fewest number of zombies you'll need to capture and poison to find the bad barrel by tomorrow? A bonus puzzle, Puzzle #17b, presents a similar scenario with 2,000 barrels and two days to run tests. The focus is not on the number of zombies needed, but rather how to use them effectively. The solutions will be provided in the next puzzle update.
The Walking Dead: Destinies, a narrative-driven action adventure game, will be released digitally on November 17 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam. Players will navigate iconic locations from The Walking Dead, make crucial choices that shape the destiny of their team, and engage in third-person action against hordes of walkers. The physical edition will be available in December.
Dead Island 2's first story expansion, called Haus, will be released on November 2. Players will face off against a techno-death cult led by Konstantin in a deranged labyrinth of biomes within a Malibu villa. The expansion introduces new weapons and cards, including the K-Rossbow and Hog Roaster.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a co-op shooter video game set in a zombie apocalypse, will be released on Xbox X|S, Playstation 5, and Epic Games Store in 2024. Players will have to fight against an army of undead monsters with an array of weapons and special abilities. The game will offer a closed beta ahead of its release.