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Fortnite Chapter 2 has been full of surprises thus far. Ever since the Black Hole event which essentially shut down the game for almost 48 hours, Epic is seemingly striving to make Chapter 2 a mysterious one.

With the new version of Fortnite well underway, it seems Epic is still holding tight to this version’s mystery theme. After queuing up the game earlier today, Reddit user Ep8Script stumbled across a Harpoon Gun, something that fans have been wanting for a while now.

Pokemon Sword and Shield Zacian and Zamazenta Nintendo Switch Lite Available at Amazon

We’re just 10 days away from the November 15 release of Pokemon Sword and Shield, and three days from the release of the Zacian and Zamazenta Edition Switch Lite. It’s been out of stock for some time now, but Amazon seems to have been able to dig some up, and if you want to preorder the Zacian and Zamazenta Edition Nintendo Switch Lite, now’s your chance.

Preorder Zacian and Zamazenta Edition Nintendo Switch Lite

This is a must-have special edition Nintendo Switch Lite for collectors, Pokemon fans, and basically anyone who wants a cool variant of the new Nintendo Switch Lite. This variant of the Switch Lite has a limited edition design based on the upcoming legendary Pokemon from Shield/Sword.

His Dark Materials HBO Show: 16 Book Changes, Easter Eggs, And References

HBO’s His Dark Materials isn’t the first adaptation of the beloved Philip Pullman book trilogy, but with the premiere of the first episode this week, it’s looking like it might be the best. It’s not just the stellar cast, which includes Dafne Keen (the girl from Logan) as Lyra, James McAvoy as Lord Asriel, and Ruth Wilson as Mrs. Coulter; it’s also the fact that those responsible for the joint BBC and HBO production seem to be dedicated to staying faithful to the source material, unlike the filmmakers behind the mediocre 2007 movie version.

That isn’t to say there are no changes being made. As we saw in the premiere episode alone, “Lyra’s Jordan,” the show is taking some liberties with the way the story plays out. And those differences will likely only increase in scope as the season continues.

That’s probably fine, as long as the show stays true to the spirit and overall story of Pullman’s original trilogy. But sometimes, it’s still fun to point out all the changes. Here are some that we noticed, along with some general Easter eggs and references for fans.

GameStop Announces Black Friday Hours, Here’s When Stores Open

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GameStop will be among the first retailers in the United States to open its doors for shoppers for the Black Friday shopping bonanza.

In a news release, GameStop announced that it will open at 3 PM local time on Thanksgiving Day and stay open through 10 PM local time. This is all normal and expected for GameStop, as the company had the same Thanksgiving Day hours since 2017.

Before that, however, GameStop remained closed on Thanksgiving Day out of respect for the company’s workers who might have had family gatherings that day.

GameStop’s Black Friday deals actually begin even earlier, as the deals will go live on GameStop’s website beginning Wednesday, November 27 at 8 PM CT.

On Black Friday itself, November 29, GameStop will open at 7 AM and close at 10 PM. You can see GameStop’s full Black Friday store hour schedule below.

GameStop Black Friday 2019 Deals

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Online deals go live on GameStop.com beginning at 8 PM PT on Wednesday, November 27.

GameStop Black Friday Weekend Store Hours

Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Black Friday, Nov. 29: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 30: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 1: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

GameStop has not announced its Black Friday 2019 deals just yet, but keep checking back with GameSpot for the latest on these deals and more.

The retailer has been struggling lately, with its stock price currently sitting at a near all-time low.

Carry Your Tech in Style With the Best Laptop Backpacks

After spending your hard-earned money on a laptop, you need a way to safely carry it around. There are plenty of laptop backpacks, but not all are created equal. After all, some of the best laptop backpacks have gotten quite a bit more complex with padded compartments for laptops, tablets, and cameras, plus built-in battery packs and many other features.

When looking for a bag to protect your investment you’ll also want something that’s comfortable to wear, has plenty of space, and can withstand some abuse. There’s a lot to consider when buying the perfect bag for your laptop and I’m here to help. Here are my top picks for the best laptop backpacks.

Penguin Will Be Third Villain In New Batman Movie, True Detective Star In Talks – Report

The next Dark Knight movie, The Batman, which doesn’t arrive in theaters until June 2021, will have a trio of villains taking on the Caped Crusader, including Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman and Paul Dano as Riddler. Now, Colin Ferrell is in talks to play the crime boss Penguin.

The True Detective star is currently in negotiations with Warner Bros., according to a report from Deadline, to take on the role of Oswald Cobblepot, better known as the Penguin. It’s unknown at this time how the character fits into this movie.

Last month, Jonah Hill was rumored to be playing either Riddler or Penguin for the film, but ultimately, he passed on the roles for undisclosed reasons.

This will be the fourth live-action version of Cobblepot fans have seen. Most notably, Danny DeVito played the character 1992’s Batman Returns. Additionally, Burgess Meredith took on the role in the 1966 Batman TV series, and Robin Lord Taylor played the character on all all five seasons of Gotham, which recently came to a close on Fox.

Ferrell could join Kravitz and Dano as the third villain in the movie that will come face-to-face with Gotham City’s vigilante Batman, which will be played by Robert Pattinson. Additionally, Andy Serkis is in talks currently to play Bruce Wayne’s butler Alfred.

The Batman was originally going to be directed by Ben Affleck, but he dropped out back in 2017. In early 2019, he confirmed he wouldn’t star in the movie either. Now, The Batman will be directed by Matt Reeves, who will be delivering a “point of view-driven, noir Batman tale.” The film will be more detective-driven than any of the previous films, leaning into the mythos of Batman being the “World’s Greatest Detective.”

The Batman comes to theaters on June 25, 2021.

The Batman Has Found Its Alfred–Report

The cast of The Batman continues to take shape. Following the recent news that Colin Farrell, Zoe Kravitz, and Paul Dano will co-star in Matt Reeves’ upcoming movie, it has been reported that Andy Serkis might play Alfred Pennyworth.

According to The Wrap, Serkis is in talks to co-star as Alfred, Bruce Wayne’s faithful butler. Serkis will join Robert Pattinson as Batman, Kravitz as Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, Farrell as the Penguin, and Dano as the Riddler. The movie is set to start shooting next year ahead of its June 2021 release date.

Serkis will join a long list of actors who have played Alfred over the years. Most recently, Jeremy Irons appeared as Alfred in Justice League and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, while Michael Caine played him in Christopher Nolan’s Batman movies. The TV show Pennyworth also screened this year, with Jack Bannon starring as a young version of the character.

Pattinson was confirmed in the lead role in June. The Batman hits theaters on June 25, 2021. The movie has been in the works for several years, with Ben Affleck originally set to star and direct it. Affleck stepped down as director in early 2017, and more recently confirmed that he was no longer involved at all, stating that he had “tried to direct a version of it, but couldn’t crack it.”

Reeves has previously hinted at what fans could expect from the movie. “It’s very much a point of view-driven, noir Batman tale,” he said. “It’s told very squarely on his shoulders, and I hope it’s going to be a story that will be thrilling but also emotional. It’s more Batman in his detective mode than we’ve seen in the films. The comics have a history of that. He’s supposed to be the world’s greatest detective, and that’s not necessarily been a part of what the movies have been.”

Andy Serkis in Talks to Play Alfred Pennyworth, Colin Farrell for Penguin in The Batman Movie

Andy Serkis is reportedly in talks to star as Alfred Pennyworth, Bruce Wayne’s loyal butler, in Matt Reeves’ upcoming The Batman film, according to sources speaking to The Wrap. Deadline is also reporting that Colin Farrell is in talks to play the Penguin.

The news of Serkis’ and Farrell’s possible casting rounds out an already star-studded cast. The film also stars Robert Pattinson as the titular crimefighter. Most recently, Westworld actor Jeffrey Wright was confirmed to be playing Gotham Police Commissioner Gordon. Paul Dano (12 Years a Slave, There Will Be Blood) has been confirmed as the Riddler, Zoe Kravitz is starring as Catwoman.

5 HBO’s Watchmen Theories From Season 1, Episode 3

3. A False Kidnapping Attempt?

At Sheriff Crawford’s funeral, a 7th Kavalry member attempts to abduct Joe. But is it the real deal, or is Joe attempting to pull a dangerous PR stunt?

It begs the question: What if Keene is the one in charge of the 7th Kavalry, and he’s using them as a boogeyman for his presidential campaign? What if he’s created the threat himself to bolster his political career? If his father was a high-ranking Klan member, it’s reasonable to theorize that he passed this lineage down to his son.

Also, to note: Joe’s father John Keene was also the man who spearheaded the Keene Act, which outlawed all vigilante activity.. And after the White Night, it was Joe Keene who pushed for police to wear masks to protect their identities. On its surface, this seems like a pro-police policy, but instead, it has done a great deal to erode the public’s trust in law enforcement.

Doing one thing while actually intending something totally opposite is the core of what made the original Watchmen comic so compelling. A reveal of Keene as the leader of the 7th Kavalry would be in line with that narrative approach.