X-Men Fans Are Rediscovering That Samara Weaving Is a Huge Gamer After Emma Frost Casting
Samara Weaving’s casting as Emma Frost in the upcoming X-Men film generated excitement among fans, and that enthusiasm grew after her passion for gaming resurfaced online. In a March interview with IGN alongside Ready or Not 2 co-star Kathryn Newton, Weaving discussed her diverse gaming interests across multiple genres and platforms.
The actress revealed a gaming taste spanning action-adventure and fighting games. Her favorites include open-world titles like Assassin’s Creed and Red Dead Redemption 2, the fantasy game Hogwarts Legacy, and the fighting game Mortal Kombat, where she mains the character K. Weaving emphasized her particular preference for open-world games that emphasize player choice and exploration.
The discovery resonated with fans online, who appreciated learning that their new Emma Frost shares gaming interests with a significant portion of the entertainment-consuming audience. The intersection of mainstream Hollywood and gaming culture has become increasingly visible, with celebrities more openly discussing their gaming hobbies and preferences.