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Capcom says remakes enable releasing a Resident Evil title each year while sharpening the team's craft; with resources focused on remakes and new mainline entries, spin-offs are deprioritized in favor of ongoing titles and other IP like Pragmata, with Requiem released this year and Veronica remake planned for 2027.
Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier says more Xbox Studios beyond Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion are in trouble, with talks under way to spin off studios or sell them to other publishers. A broader “bloodbath” of layoffs is anticipated over the next two weeks as Microsoft navigates Activision Blizzard integration and the pressure to grow Game Pass, with potential ripple effects across PlayStation as studios renegotiate futures before the June 30 fiscal year-end.
Obsidian co-founder Chris Avellone revealed that Bethesda rejected multiple proposals from the studio to develop more Fallout games and spin-offs for The Elder Scrolls series. Avellone stated that one of the proposed Elder Scrolls spin-offs was intended to provide more adventures in the setting during the years before the next Bethesda release, similar to how Fallout: New Vegas served as a bridge between Fallout 3 and Fallout 4. Despite the long wait between series entries, Bethesda's Todd Howard expressed hesitancy in outsourcing Fallout 5, emphasizing that Fallout is an integral part of the studio's DNA. Elder Scrolls 6 remains ahead of Fallout 5 in Bethesda's production queue.
The popular reality TV show "90 Day Fiancé" has expanded its diversity and representation efforts by including the first deaf person and transgender woman in its cast. The casting director discusses the recruitment process, which involves working with immigration lawyers, scouring social media, and making cold calls. The show has spawned numerous spin-offs and continues to attract a growing number of hopeful participants. The casting process can take anywhere from three months to a year, and couples may be considered for different series within the franchise based on their story. The current season of "Before the 90 Days" features landmark cast members, including a deaf participant named David and a transgender woman named Cleo. The casting director emphasizes the importance of finding diverse characters and couples who are willing to share their lives on camera.
Creator Taylor Sheridan plans to extend the final season of "Yellowstone" and hints at a potential spinoff with Matthew McConaughey in negotiations to join the franchise. The spinoff may involve a new cast and location, and Sheridan is also planning several more "Yellowstone" prequels. Despite the high cost of production, Sheridan expects these titles to become more expensive and believes there will be enough for many more prequels. Sheridan remains busy with the final "Yellowstone" episodes, a second and final season of "1923," the Bass Reeves spin-off, and the "Special Ops: Lioness" series with Zoe Saldana and Nicole Kidman.
Amazon Prime's expensive espionage thriller series "Citadel" has received mixed reviews from critics and failed to make recent Nielsen streaming charts in the US. However, Amazon Studios' drama series chief Odetta Watkins sees the series as a "victory" and plans to develop similar global franchises for other genres. The first of the spin-offs, "Citadel: Diana," set in Italy, will launch in 2024.
Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard in Ted Lasso, has said that the possibility of a Season 4 or spin-offs is uncertain, but "everything is possible." The show's third season ended earlier this week, and many have assumed it was a series finale. Hunt explained that the reason the final episode of season three aired three hours later than previous episodes "wasn't really Apple's fault" and that the episode was delivered late by the team. There has been much talk of spin-offs, including a female-focused one featuring Juno Temple and Hannah Waddingham.
Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard in Ted Lasso, has said that the possibility of a Season 4 or any spin-offs is uncertain. The show's third season ended earlier this week, and while there has been talk of spin-offs, including a female-focused one featuring Juno Temple and Hannah Waddingham, nothing has been confirmed. Hunt explained that the final episode of season three aired three hours later than previous episodes because it had more than 600 VFX shots, and it was a race against time to get it in.
Jason Sudeikis has confirmed that Ted Lasso is "done" after season 3, but has hinted at possible spin-offs such as podcasts or books. Co-star Hannah Waddingham has joked about trapping Sudeikis in a dungeon to write more. Ted Lasso season 3 is currently streaming on Apple TV+.
NASA's research and inventions have led to the creation of many everyday household items, including water filters, microprocessors, crash helmets, cordless tools, scratch-resistant lenses, smoke detectors, satellite television, shoe insoles, modern golf ball dimples, and joysticks. These spin-offs from space exploration have transformed how people live their lives and interact with their environment.
Vin Diesel has revealed that he has been developing Fast and Furious spin-offs for years, including a female-led movie. The franchise has already seen a spin-off with Hobbs & Shaw and an animated series, Spy Racers. However, Fast & Furious star Michelle Rodriguez has said she may step back from any future spin-offs to let the next generation define the future. Fast X, the latest installment in the franchise, has received mixed reviews, with critics saying it lacks a decent story and memorable moments.