Welcome to the latest edition of Morning Checkpoint, Kotaku’s daily summary of noteworthy news and other items of interest. Today, we’re discussing the displeasure expressed by the author of The Witcher regarding the alterations to his lore in the video game adaptations, alongside other intriguing updates. Now, let’s dive into the details.
How Much Would You Pay For An Atari-Shaped Cheeto?
On eBay, a seller is auctioning off a Cheeto that purportedly resembles the iconic Atari logo, with a hefty buy-it-now price of $10,000. Describing the snack as the “ultimate showpiece for the ultimate Atari fan,” the seller humorously notes that they are facing some unusual challenges in life and that additional funds would significantly assist their family. In addition to being involved in the Atari homebrew community and co-designing several games, the seller also has a background as a professional wrestler. To sweeten the deal, they offer to sign the Cheeto upon request, concluding the listing with a cheerful “Happy bidding.” As of 9:30 a.m. EST on October 1, no bids had been placed on this unique item.
There Aren’t Actually Multiple Witcher Schools, Says Creator Of The Series
The games in The Witcher franchise portray various “Witcher Schools,” with Geralt hailing from the School of the Wolf, while the teaser for Witcher 4 introduced the School of the Lynx. However, the original author of The Witcher series, Andrzej Sapkowski, has dismissed these concepts as misguided, stemming from a single line he originally included in The Last Wish. During a Reddit AMA, Sapkowski explained that he later found this reference to the “School of the Wolf” unnecessary and detrimental to the narrative, leading him to avoid any further mentions of such schools. Despite this, he acknowledges that game developers have embraced the idea and expanded on it significantly. Looking ahead, he hinted at the possibility of either elaborating on the concept in future works or having the offending sentence omitted from future editions of the book. Ultimately, it’s clear that the games and the original stories may diverge, which is acceptable as adaptations can take creative liberties.
We’ll Learn More About The Future Of Halo Later This Month
Last October, Halo Studios, previously known as 343 Industries, provided fans with a glimpse into the future of the Halo franchise during the Halo World Cup. Following earlier hints this year, Xbox has confirmed that they will share more insights about the upcoming Halo games, likely built on Unreal Engine, at this year’s Halo WC event. Halo eSports lead Tashi announced on the official Halo website that, similar to last year, they will be present on the Main Stage for discussions and will also host an in-depth panel on the Community Stage, which fans should not miss. Attendees can anticipate the release of a new trailer and possibly some early gameplay footage for the next installment of Halo. The Halo WC is scheduled to take place from October 24 to October 26.
Prototype Might Be Getting A Remaster Or Something
For those who remember Prototype, the open-world action game released by Activision during the Xbox 360 era, there’s potential good news on the horizon. Recent data mining efforts have uncovered indications that the game may be due for a full remaster or at least a refreshed re-release more than 15 years after its initial launch. Reports from IGN highlight that the game has been receiving numerous updates on Steam, and noteworthy is the inclusion of Iron Galaxy, a studio renowned for remastering games, in the game’s credits. This development is certainly intriguing for fans who hold nostalgia for Prototype.
