Entertainment Roundup: Games, Movies, and 'Mickey 17'

Catch up on the latest entertainment news! From capturing monsters in 'Monster Hunter Wilds' to underrated movies on Max and the ending of 'Mickey 17', we've got you covered.

Entertainment Roundup: Games, Movies, and 'Mickey 17'

Welcome to your weekly entertainment roundup! This week, we're diving into the latest in gaming and film, from monster hunting to Oscar-winning directors.

'Monster Hunter Wilds': Capture, Don't Kill!

It might be called Monster Hunter Wilds, but that doesn't mean you have to go all-in on the "hunting" part. If you're tired of simply slaying monsters and want to try a more strategic approach, capturing them is the way to go! The game offers the option to capture these beasts instead of killing them. We'll be bringing you a guide soon on exactly how to do it!

A hunter in Monster Hunter Wilds preparing to capture a monster with a net.

PlayStation Plus and Max: Your Weekend Entertainment

Looking for something new to play or watch this weekend? PlayStation Plus is offering some heavy hitters for subscribers. Check out the new games available to play! Meanwhile, Max has you covered with some underrated movie gems.

From March 7-9, consider checking out these three underrated movies on Max: an ensemble rom-com, a tragic sports biopic, and an eye-opening drama from a recent Oscar winner. There's something for everyone!

'Mickey 17': A Wild Ride Through Space

Bong Joon-ho is back! Following the success of his Oscar-winning film, the director has made a spectacular return to the spotlight with his dark sci-fi comedy, Mickey 17. Based on the novel by Edward Ashton, this film features Robert Pattinson as Mickey Barnes, who agrees to become an “expendable” worker on the ice planet Niflheim.

Robert Pattinson as Mickey Barnes in a scene from Mickey 17.

One review called it "a wild, witty space odyssey." The film presents a thoughtful story that hints at humanity's dark future and Bong's future with the franchise.

"Bong Joon-ho has crafted a compelling and visually stunning sci-fi experience that will leave audiences pondering the future of humanity."

We'll be breaking down the ending of Mickey 17 soon, so stay tuned for a deeper dive into this thought-provoking film. It hints at humanity's dark future, and potentially, Bong's future with the franchise.

A futuristic cityscape with flying vehicles, representing the themes of Mickey 17.

That's all for this week's entertainment roundup. Happy gaming and viewing!

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