Steven Spielberg Fought to Stop an ‘E.T.’ Sequel

As a seasoned movie reviewer, I must say that before embarking on the enchanting journey of E.T., the beloved alien movie, Steven Spielberg had already left indelible marks in cinema history with masterpieces like Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Raiders of the Lost Ark. However, he admitted that his influence was not enough to halt the studio’s plans for a sequel until E.T.’s massive success gave him the leverage to ensure a second film would never grace the silver screen.

Brace yourself for Heroes of Newerth: Reborn

Way back in 2005, I found myself part of an exciting journey – the creation of a new multiplayer online battle arena game, echoing the footsteps of Defense of the Ancients (DotA). The genre was still finding its feet and had a dedicated yet niche fanbase. As DotA’s player base expanded, so did their curiosity about other games in this genre. That’s when the tale of Heroes of Newerth (HoN) began for me.