Obsession Director Curry Barker Wants to Make a ‘F**ked Up, R-Rated’ Indiana Jones Movie

ign.com Nov 5, 2026

Obsession Director Curry Barker Wants to Make a ‘F**ked Up, R-Rated’ Indiana Jones Movie

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Nov 5, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Curry Barker, the director of the horror hit Obsession, told Gold Derby he would love to helm a “fked out, rated‑R” version of Indiana Jones if the franchise ever became available. Barker said the concept would flip the series’ traditional family‑friendly tone by following ordinary characters on a wildly violent adventure, a notion he discussed with longtime collaborator Cooper Tomlinson, who co‑wrote and starred in Obsession. Tomlinson echoed the desire to revive the gritty, ’80s‑and‑’90s action‑adventure style of Raiders of the Lost Ark, emphasizing grounded storytelling. The interview also noted that Michael Johnston, who played Bear in Obsession, has been cast in the upcoming Mummy: Book of the Dead, slated for October 15, 2027, while Barker’s horror‑comedy Anything But Ghosts is set for a May 2025 release in early summer 2025.

💡 Why It Matters

· An R‑rated Indiana Jones could merge nostalgic adventure with adult horror sensibilities, expanding the franchise’s audience.

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A permanent Arc Raiders PvE mode would be easy to do, says…

Embark Studios’ CEO Patrick Söderlund and Arc Raiders executive producer Aleksander Grøndal told The Game Business that adding a permanent PvE mode to the extraction shooter would be technically straightforward. The studio recently ran a limited‑time PvE‑only test, which attracted roughly half of all matches and received mixed‑but‑largely positive feedback. While the game originated as a PvE title before pivoting to PvP, Embark has been cautious about altering the “emotional loop” that defines its core experience. Söderlund said the team does not want to “obstruct” the PvP loop, yet acknowledges the sizable PvE‑interested community and the need to balance both player types without diluting the overall design. The developers plan to evaluate the test’s impact on economy, server load and event design before committing to a permanent mode.

💡 A permanent PvE option could broaden Arc Raiders’ appeal and stabilize its live‑service ecosystem by catering to players who prefer cooperative play without compromising the game’s core tension.

techcrunch.com · Nov 5

OpenAI president Greg Brockman says company could be IPO ready in 2027

OpenAI president Greg Brockman announced at a Wall Street Journal tech conference that the company could be IPO‑ready by 2027, citing robust enterprise revenue growth. He highlighted a 70 % quarterly rise in annualized revenue, driven by a doubling of the enterprise segment, which now accounts for most of OpenAI’s earnings. Brockman noted early 2026 challenges, the company’s shift from consumer focus to enterprise partnerships such as JPMorgan Chase, and its strategic emphasis on trust and long‑term client relationships.

💡 The announcement signals a strategic pivot toward monetizing AI at scale, positioning OpenAI as a serious public‑market contender and reshaping expectations for AI‑driven enterprise adoption.

therobotreport.com · Nov 5

Agility Robotics begins trading on Nasdaq

Agility Robotics, a Salem‑based developer of the Digit humanoid robot, began trading on Nasdaq under the ticker “AGLT” after completing a merger with SPAC Churchill Capital Corp XI. The stock opened at $11.26, above the $10 per share SPAC price, and was $10.30 at press time. The deal raised roughly $465 million, including $201 million from a PIPE led by Foxconn. Agility’s CEO highlighted the company’s role in integrating AI into physical work and its plans to expand robot deployments.

💡 The IPO marks the first pure‑play legged humanoid firm to go public, signaling investor confidence in robotics that move beyond demos to real‑world logistics and manufacturing tasks.

cleantechnica.com · Nov 5

Elon Musk Threw Away $474 Million (Or More) … But May Benefit…

Elon Musk spent at least $474 million on the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, primarily backing Republican candidates in Texas. Despite the massive outlay, none of his endorsed politicians won; many were defeated by wide margins as voters rejected his choices. The spending, permitted under current campaign‑finance rules, targeted incumbents and challengers opposed to policies favorable to Musk’s businesses, such as electric‑vehicle subsidies and renewable‑energy incentives. Democratic candidates, who generally support those policies, secured a historic “blue wave” in Texas and elsewhere, reshaping the congressional balance. Analysts note that the loss may paradoxically benefit Musk’s enterprises, as the newly elected Democrats are more likely to advance clean‑technology legislation that aligns with Tesla’s interests.

💡 Musk’s failed gamble illustrates how even a trillion‑dollar fortune cannot override voter sentiment, while the resulting Democratic surge could accelerate policy support for the clean‑tech sector that underpins his companies.

gamesradar.com · Nov 5

BioWare co-founder wants to “get some of the band back” amid Save…

BioWare co‑founder and former director of technology Trent Oster publicly endorsed the #SaveMassEffect campaign after EA’s 2026 layoffs cancelled the long‑awaited Mass Effect 5. Oster, who helped build BioWare’s early RPGs such as Baldur’s Gate, Neverwinter Night s, and the original Mass Effect, posted on LinkedIn that the fan‑driven movement “has great energy” and that “there is still a great thesis for a RPG developer who can deliver,” adding he wants to “get some of the original band back together.” The petition supporting the revival has neared 300,000 signatures, while a parallel effort seeks acknowledgment from the Canadian government. Despite EA retaining the IP, Oster argues the series remains more valuable than Dragon Age, citing the RPG resurgence sparked by titles like Baldur’s Gate 3.

💡 Oster’s backing gives the fan petition credibility from a creator who helped define the franchise, turning a grassroots push into a potential catalyst for a new studio to acquire the IP.

techcrunch.com · Nov 4

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💡 The summit offers a concentrated forum where emerging companies can directly engage with seasoned investors and industry leaders, accelerating deal flow and strategic partnerships. By concentrating high‑impact conversations in a single venue, it streamlines access to actionable insights that can fast‑track a startup’s growth trajectory.