‘Marvel’s Avengers‘ Will Be Available on PS5 and Xbox Series X. Game developer Square Enix, Crystal Dynamics, and Marvel have teamed up to create a new game called ‘Marvel’s Avengers‘ and fans are ready for it! The near cinematic quality of the game will allow players to feel like they are a member of the team and band together with other players online to assemble their own team of Avengers to fight the forces of evil within the Marvel Universe.
Though the studios have both said the game will not be considered canon to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the game will feature nods, themes, and parallel’s to the Marvel films and comics. With the announcement and unveiling of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X game consoles many fans have been wondering if the game will be compatible with the new consoles. This week, Square Enix, Crystal Dynamics, and Marvel confirmed Marvel’s Avengers will release on PS4 and Xbox One, but will be available on the new consoles after the launch during the holidays at the end of 2020. Owners of the PS4 or Xbox One version of the game will be eligible for a free PS5 and/or Xbox Series X version should they upgrade to the new console(s) shortly after the games release this September.
We’re proud to announce that Marvel’s Avengers will be available on PS5 when the console launches Holiday 2020. Owners of the PS4 version will get the PS5 version for free! #Reassemble
“Marvel’s Avengers is based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Avengers, the game is inspired by the long-running comic book mythology and adaptations in other media. … The team is forced to reassemble to save the world from peril. The game features an online co-op mode, allowing players to assemble a team of heroes of their own.”
Photo Credit: Square Enix/Marvel
To learn more about Marvel’s Avengers and/or to pre-order the game CLICK HERE to visit the Square Enix site. Marvel’s Avengers is set to release on September 4th for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Google Stadia, and PC. The free update will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X at launch.
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Marvel!
Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs celebrates Christmas 365 days a year! Which means we get to pick out new goodies to bring home for our Christmas decorations all year long. To get us ready for the season, there ae adorable new knit Disney Character Stockings now at Days of Christmas!
Cozy Knit Disney Character Stockings
There are six cozy character choices available! They include Mickey, Minnie, Pooh Bear, Dumbo, Stitch, and Olaf! With this many choices, you can come up with character themes, or even a different character for everyone in the family.
The colors for these stockings are vibrant and bright, and the details have been beautifully stitched into the knit fabric. Each stocking has the character’s smile and features the classic colors we have come to recognize for each one. Of course, there is always the classic pair of Mickey and Minnie as stockings! Winnie the Pooh is also another classic we see quite often for Disney Christmas decor. I always love it when there are lots of character choices too.
Dumbo, Stitch, and Olaf are all popular characters that we don’t see in Disney Parks stockings very often. I have so many friends who love Stitch, that I can already see ready to hang this cutie on their mantel! I think Dumbo would also make a great Stocking for a new baby! Frozen fans will also be sure to love the Olaf stocking!
These gorgeous new knit Disney Character Stockings are available at Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs, and retail for $29.99.
Which one is your favorite?
Special thanks to our friend Kevin for the enchanting pics!
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Tom Holland and Fans Celebrate Spider-Man’s 5-Year Anniversary in the MCU. Marvel fans nearly lost their minds when it was announced that Spider-Man would be joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and there is no doubting that Marvel and Sony nailed it when casting Tom Holland as our new friendly neighborhood Spider-Man.
Some fans have even shared that initially they were skeptical of the young actor, but Tom quickly changed their minds by portraying the perfect Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the films. In the 5-films featuring the web slinger we have seen incredible character growth, deepening friendships, and lots of new spidey-suits right out of every cosplayers dreams.
Photo Credit: Marvel Studios/Sony Pictures
Holland is also beloved by fans for his kind heart and charity work, primarily his knack for showing up at Children’s Hospitals in costume to cheer up young fans who are fighting various illnesses. He has also proven he isn’t afraid of being a true hero, having once saved a fan who was being crushed against a security barrier and in the midst of a panic attack. His friendships with fellow Marvel stars such as Robert Downey Jr., Chris Pratt, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Ryan Reynolds have kept fans entertained online and loving that the actors get along with his co-stars both on and off screen.
Check out how the fans are celebrating the impact Tom has had on Marvel fans from around the world:
it’s been 5 years since tom holland was announced as spider-man, so i think we should all appreciate the amazing reactions everyone had to the cw trailer. his spider-man is so loved pic.twitter.com/fDTJ6zsunM
Happy 5th year of Tom Holland being cast as Spider-Man. I honestly couldn’t ask for a better Peter Parker. The talent Tom’s developed is astonishing – able to make me feel and cry for this version of Peter is incredible. From this scene alone, I knew this Peter Parker was special pic.twitter.com/ZOygBqi7Gx
Okay so 5 Years ago @TomHolland1996 was cast as Spider-Man. And I still remember the reveal trailer that made me scream like a baby! Anyway, I really like him as Spidey and I’m hoping for a bright future ahead! pic.twitter.com/ZUudU9iOw6
Tom Holland is scheduled to return to the MCU in the currently untitled Spider-Man 3 which is set to premiere in theaters on November 5, 2021, the new release date after production delays associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Marvel!
Featured Photo Credit: Marvel Studios/Sony Pictures
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A lot of people have had their 2020 vacation plans altered by the impacts of COVID-19, and for some the plan is now to look towards a Disney vacation in 2021. If you’re one of those people, today is the day you’ve been waiting for. Vacation packages for Walt Disney World trips between January 1, 2021 and September 27, 2021 are now open. There’s a few items to note, however.
As of right now the park reservation system will still be in effect, and so booking a 2021 vacation package does not guarantee theme park availability. Also, not all resorts are available. Here’s the list of the ones that you can book at this time.
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Old Key West Resort
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Disney’s Riviera Resort
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
In addition, the Disney Dining Plan will not be available at this time for those vacation packages. Also not available are complimentary MagicBands, however there will be the option to purchase MagicBands at a discounted rate or through shopDisney or after you arrive at Walt Disney World.
You’re going on vacation to Walt Disney World! The only problem? You’re not sure which attractions are right for you and your kiddos and you have questions. Which attractions are too intense for little ones? What rides do I really need a FastPass+ reservation for? What’s the disability access like for certain attractions? We’re answering all those questions and more in our Everything You Need to Know attraction series with today’s focus on Pirates of the Caribbean at the Magic Kingdom!
What is Pirates of the Caribbean?
Pirates of the Caribbean is an indoor boat ride through a variety of incredibly detailed scenes showcasing pirates raiding towns and hunting for Captain Jack Sparrow from the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Where is Pirates of the Caribbean?
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Pirates of the Caribbean is located in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom.
What is the History of Pirates of the Caribbean?
The original Pirates of the Caribbean opened at Disneyland in 1967. It was and is one of the greatest and most influential theme park attractions ever constructed. The ride is equally famous for its signature song “Yo Ho (A Pirate’s Life for Me)” written by Xavier Atencio and George Bruns.
When the Magic Kingdom opened in 1971, guests were both surprised and disappointed to discover there was no Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. Due to Florida’s close proximity to the Caribbean and the area’s rich pirate history, Disney didn’t anticipate the interest in an pirate attraction from its East Coast guests. Therefore, to meet demand, the Magic Kingdom’s version of Pirates of the Caribbean opened in 1973 with an elaborate queue but a shorter ride time and without several scenes and elements from Disneyland’s version.
In 2003, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl starring Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow debuted in theaters to great acclaim and success. The film, inspired by the classic attraction, launched a franchise which then re-inspired the attraction when Disney began to incorporate the film’s characters into the ride’s show scenes in 2006.
This change was not the first or the last for the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. Despite its popularity and influence on theme park world, it has long been a problematic attraction since it is about pirates and their actions. Through the years, Disney has altered specific scenes and characters that were considered inappropriate. For instance, in a scene where pirates once chased women, women now chase the pirates.
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The most significant change occurred in 2018 when the famous auctioneer scene was changed from pirates auctioning women to now auctioning hens; and the famous “redhead” that was once being auctioned off is now a pirate herself named “Redd.”
What You Need to Know About the Queue
The queue begins inside of a dark and cool Spanish fort called the Castillo Del Morro where guests wind past cannons, barrels, barred windows, and even a cell where two skeletons are locked in a game of chess. Guests eventually make their way to the loading area to see boats leaving the dock and setting sail for adventure.
What You Need to Know About the Ride Vehicles
The boats for Pirates of the Caribbean seat 2 to 4 guests per row depending on size. Each row consists of a hard bench with a back. There are no safety restraints.
What You Need to Know About the Experience
Aboard Pirates of the Caribbean, guests sail back in time where pirates raid a town and wreak all kinds of havoc. The ride experience is, for the most part, that of a slow-moving boat ride where guests take in the detailed sets and the antics of audio-animatronic pirates.
There is one short drop in the dark towards the beginning of the ride plunging guests into the time of the pirates. The ride time spans around seven and a half minutes.
What You Need to Know About Accessibility
Guests must transfer to a standard wheelchair and then to the ride vehicle. After guests disembark, there is a steep moving walkway to the exit and gift shop.
What You Need to Know About Health and Safety Advisories
There are no health or safety advisories; however, there is one small drop in the dark and guests may get wet. Also, there are moments of darkness, and the cannon fire between the fort and galleon can be scary for young kids.
What are the Height Requirements?
There is no height requirement for Pirates of the Caribbean!
Does Pirates of the Caribbean Offer FastPass+?
Yes, Pirates of the Caribbean does offer FastPass+. However, it’s not always recommend or necessary since Pirates of the Caribbean is a high-capacity attraction.
Does Weather Affect Pirates of the Caribbean?
Since Pirates of the Caribbean is an indoor attraction, inclement weather doesn’t impact that ride’s operation.
What’s the Best Time of Day to Experience Pirates of the Caribbean?
Pirates is a good attraction to check out before noon or in the late afternoon.
This chart shows you roughly how long you’ll wait for Pirates of the Caribbean when you visit on a day with a given Magic Kingdom Crowd Level. The blue bars represent the average “peak” wait time (that is, how long the line will be at its busiest). The bottom and top black lines represent the range of peak wait times to expect (for you fellow nerds out there: it’s the 5th percentile and 95th percentile of peak wait times). Please note that these are estimates, and for a better forecast for your travel dates, see Pirates of the Caribbean Wait Times.
Did I answer all of your questions about Pirates of the Caribbean? Is this attraction at the top of your family’s vacation to-do list? Let us know in the comments.
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The boats for Pirates of the Caribbean seat 2 to 4 guests per row depending on size. Each row consists of a hard bench with a back. There are no safety restraints.
There are no health or safety advisories; however, there is one small drop in the dark and guests may get wet. Also, there are moments of darkness, and the cannon fire between the fort and galleon can be scary for young kids.
This chart shows you roughly how long you’ll wait for Pirates of the Caribbean when you visit on a day with a given 