Simu Liu Hypes Shang-Chi Return and Sleeping Dogs Love at Comic Con 2026
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Simu Liu discussed his upcoming MCU return and professed his love for Sleeping Dogs during an interview at Comic Con 2026.
Marvel star Simu Liu recently made waves at Comic Con 2026, offering fans fresh insight into Shang-Chi's upcoming return to the MCU during an interview with IGN South Africa. Beyond superhero cinema, Liu used the spotlight to voice his appreciation for classic gaming, specifically shouting out open world action title Sleeping Dogs as an all time favorite. It is always refreshing to see mainstream actors championing beloved interactive titles, reminding us that Hollywood talent shares the exact same gaming roots as the rest of the community.
Liu also touched on how modern storytelling bridges the gap between massive blockbuster franchises and interactive entertainment. For players who grew up balancing console queues with cinematic universes, seeing a prominent MCU lead geek out over underrated martial arts epics hits close to home. It highlights how deeply ingrained gaming culture has become within the broader entertainment landscape.
While we await official confirmation on when Shang-Chi will step back into the Marvel spotlight, Liu's enthusiastic nod to gaming culture gives us plenty to chat about in our favorite streams and community discords. Whether you are replaying open world classics on PC or keeping an eye on mobile adaptations, hearing a major star validate our favorite pastimes is a win for the culture.
Tags: MCU, Gaming Culture, Open World, Streaming
Original article: IGN South Africa