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EA Details First Major ‘Anthem’ Update
With EA’s Anthem launching in just a few days (and with that Neil Blomkamp trailer still fresh in our minds), the developer has revealed a little bit more about what it has in mind for the post-launch future of the title. Anthem will be supported by three “acts.”
The first act is set to go live in March, and is called “Echoes of Reality”. Echoes of Reality will be made up of three separate updates: Evolving World, Stronger Together, and The Cataclysm.
“Our ‘Evolving World’ updates will change the game to reflect the savage, dynamic environment the Freelancers call home. In-game events vary in size, from minor ripples in reality to monstrous firestorms tearing across the sky. Regardless of their size, the danger is worth the rewards.”
“As the chaos grows, more teamwork, sharper tactics, and cooperative brilliance will be required to counter the menace. Our ‘Stronger Together’ Update centers around improving social interaction and social competition between the Freelancers in the world of Anthem.”
As for The Cataclysm, “the pinnacle of challenge and aspiration for the freelancers. A deadly new Cataclysm has emerged in the jungle nation of Bastion, and the freelancers must band together to discover its mysteries, conquer mighty foes, and reap unimaginable rewards.”
Anthem is live now for folks who preordered the game, as well as for Origin Access Premier subscribers. The rest of us will have to wait for the full launch on February 22nd for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
All of us here at Bloody Disgusting are deeply sad to learn that The Blob director Chuck Russell has passed away at 74 years old.
Russell’s career began with his directorial debut, 1987’s A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.
The multihyphenate film director, screenwriter, and producer is best known for helming 1994 comedy The Mask starring Jim Carrey, Arnold Schwarzenegger actioner Eraser, and adventure spinoff The Scorpion King. The latter served as the first leading role for Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The filmmaker left an indelible mark on horror with his ANOES sequel, 1988’s The Blob, and 2000’s Bless the Child.
Russell’s final film credit is 2024’s Witchboard remake starring Madison Iseman (I Know What You Did Last Summer), Aaron Dominguez (Only Murders in the Building), and Jamie Campbell Bower (“Stranger Things”).
It marked Russell’s return to horror after a lengthy hiatus, and he shared sequel hopes to Bloody Disgusting in an interview ahead of the remake’s release: “I got to design the board with real mystical symbols and things that I know represent good and evil, and where that board takes us if the audiences respond to the film, and I hope they will; I know it’s out there for you guys, but the sequel is a world we’ll get to go a little further. That’s sure the intention.”
He also recently expressed interest in returning to the franchise that began his career.
TMZ notes that Russell passed away at his San Diego-area home.
We send our deepest condolences to Chuck Russell’s family, friends, and fans.
Director, Co-Writer & Producer Chuck Russell behind the scenes of the horror film, WITCHBOARD. Photo courtesy of The Avenue and Atlas Distribution
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