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DC Entertainment unveils details of upcoming streaming service
MUMBAI: More superhero action is set to come your way as DC Entertainment has revealed details of its upcoming SVoD service DC Universe. Along with the previously announced original shows, the giant is also promising offer a back-catalogue of classic TV series and movies, including the full slate of original Superman films starring Christopher Reeves.
Back in April 2017, DC Entertainment announced the plan to launch new streaming service in association with Warner Bros. The name was officially confirmed as DC Universe a month later. It vowed “immersive digital experience designed just for DC fans”.
The platform will offer Titan which will be available at the launch itself, Swamp Thing and Doom Patrol which are set to debut in 2019, and an animated series Harley Quinn which is also scheduled for 2019. The superhero team of Young Justice is also awaiting a new season.
However, the library won’t be limited to these shows only. The four Christopher Reeve-starring Superman films, a selection of DC animated movies and older TV series like the classic Wonder Woman and the first two seasons of Batman: The Animated Series will all be available for subscribers.
“Developing new ways for consumers to access some of our most popular and iconic brands and franchises as well as exclusive new content whenever they want, on the devices they choose, is one of our studio’s top priorities,” said Warner Bros Digital Networks president Craig Hunegs said. He promised DC Universe will give the chance to all fans to build a more intense relation with DC, better than ever before.
DC Universe is not limiting itself to the shows, films only. A huge library of digital comic books, a storefront for exclusive merchandise, access to competitions, and an all-new DC-centric encyclopedia will be there to delight fans.
DC’s publisher and chief creative officer said the goal is for DC Universe to be “so much more than a streaming service.”
Though it has not announced pricing yet, the beta launch will be in August on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Android TV, as well as the web. Initially, people from the US will only get the access. The plans for global rollout has not been shared yet.
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Nodwin Gaming partners with Runestone for esports data and integrity solutions
South Asian esports leader joins forces with Czech tech firm to enhance tournament operations.
MUMBAI: Nodwin Gaming has just levelled up its game by bringing in a specialist to keep the scoreboard honest and the fans fully engaged. The leading South Asian esports and gaming company has announced a strategic partnership with Runestone, a Prague-headquartered esports technology firm specialising in real-time data and engagement solutions for tournament organisers and publishers.
The collaboration aims to strengthen competitive integrity, improve operational oversight, and deliver more interactive viewing experiences across Nodwin’s properties. It will initially focus on the Nodwin Clutch Series for Counter-Strike 2, a Tier 2 tournament that provides emerging teams with consistent competitive opportunities and helps build the talent pipeline.
The latest edition of the series recently concluded with Big defeating ECSTATIC 2–1 in the grand final of the $50,000 online event.
Nodwin Gaming chief business officer at MENA and global head of data monetization Teemu Koski said, “Integrity and transparency are fundamental to sustainable esports ecosystems, especially in Tier 2 competition where the next generation of talent emerges. Runestone’s expertise complements our experience in building scalable esports IPs.”
Runestone head of partnerships Michael Schwartz added, “Nodwin Gaming has built one of the most dynamic esports ecosystems across emerging markets. We’re thrilled to collaborate on supporting tournaments with greater transparency, deeper fan interaction, and scalable tools.”
Both companies are exploring opportunities to extend the partnership across additional titles, including mobile-first competitive ecosystems, and to develop new products for publishers, tournament operators, and event promoters.
In the rapidly growing world of esports, where fair play and fan excitement are equally crucial, Nodwin Gaming and Runestone are teaming up to ensure every match is not only competitive but also transparent and engaging. This alliance could well become a game-changer for Tier 2 tournaments across South Asia and beyond.
