Fallout Series Review

By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer When I read that Amazon was developing a TV series based on the wildly popular video game franchise Fallout, I reacted with equal parts excitement and dread. After all, most video game adaptations, whether movies or TV shows, are generally garbage. Looking back at the trainwrecks that were the original Super Mario Brothers Movie, Street Fighter, […]

Let It Rip Chicago: C2E2 2024

By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Chicago is known for many things, not the least of which is its impact on pop culture. From the films of John Hughes, The Blues Brothers, The Smashing Pumpkins, and most recently, The Bear, the city has held a special place in many a nerd’s heart for decades. As somebody who has watched the culture […]

Massive Publishing Partners with King Features to Release Eye Lie Popeye, an Anime-inspired Reimagining of the Classic Character

By Staff Reports Popeye the Sailor Man, one of the most recognizable figures in comic book and animation with a rich 95-year history, makes his triumphant return to comic shops this Saturday, May 4th with a special 24-page preview of the upcoming Eye Lie Popeye #1. The Eye Lie Popeye series is being developed byMassive Publishing, recognized for its of […]

Dark Horse Direct Celebrates Hellboy’s 30th Anniversary with New Vinyl Figure

By Staff Reports 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of Mike Mignola’s legendary Hellboy Universe. Dark Horse Direct is celebrating three decades of Big Red saving the world from frog monsters, Rasputin, and countless mythical creatures with a Deluxe Vinyl Hellboy Figure, intricately crafted by artists Mike Bonanno and Hector Arce to bring Hellboy from the page to life in glorious […]

Godzilla Vs Mighy Morphin Power Rangers II #1 Review

By Daniel Schwartz Reviewer In the years since DC and Marvel have introduced their multi-verses, several other franchises have also delved into several wild and wacky ‘What If’ scenarios that are officially canon. The Power Rangers have also developed and traveled their multiverse with doppelgangers and variants galore. Some of their best villains have come from the heroes’ evil versions. Something […]

Ending Soon: Pre-order Czarface ULTIMATES! Wave 2

By Staff Reports With zero regard for human life, the sentient renegade robot Czar Noir has a reputation for sowing chaos and destruction, and lives up to the title “The Dark Czar”! Preorders end April 28th, so lock it in today at super7.com/pastramination Based on Czarface and MF DOOM’s collab album, Super What?, this highly articulated, 7” scale Czarface ULTIMATES! […]

Rat City #1 Review

By Daniel SchwartzReviewer THE PREMISE: Welcome to the newest chapter in the saga of the Hellspawn. Many people thought that Al Simmons’ Necroplasmic Detonation just impacted him, his world, and his time. They were wrong. Far in the future, Special Forces soldier Peter Cairn has just received prosthetic legs after being severely injured during his last mission. Little did he […]

NACELLE REVEALS UDDER-LY AMAZING FIRST WAVE OF WILD WEST C.O.W.-BOYS OF MOO MESA ACTION FIGURES AND PRE-SALE DATE

By Staff Reports Nacelle, the company behind the recent revival of Biker Mice from Mars, RoboForce, Sectaurs and The Great Garloo, is excited to announce the first wave of action figures from the newest addition to their popular NacelleVerse lineup, Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa. The first wave of C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa action figures go up for pre-order […]

Action Figure Review: Battletoads Rash

By Jason T. SmithCreative Editor Back in the glorious 90s, when my world revolved around pixelated adventures and Super Nintendo ruled supreme, there was one game that reigned supreme in the hearts of many: Battletoads. Picture this – a sidescrolling frenzy where you, as a trio of radical toads, battled through a whirlwind of enemies to face off against the […]

Feral #1 Review

By Nolan P SmithEditor Image Comics launched a miniseries called Strays a few years ago, which was an instant hit. The cartoon artistic style and the very mature-themed story were the perfect storm for fans, myself included. Now, in 2024, the creators of Strays are back with Feral, a series that focuses on a group of feline friends in Peru. […]

Sanction #1 Review

By Daniel SchwartzReviewer I have to say, I am a sucker for a good comic cover. A great-looking cover can draw in a reader who might not have picked up the book otherwise. That said, the cover of Mad Cave Studios’ Sanction #1 is badass. The threatening-looking figure with an axe and the Soviet star, hammer, and sickle look amazing. […]

4th Annual Therapeutic and Applied Geek and Gaming Summit for Helping Professionals

By Staff Reports The Therapeutic and Applied Geek and Gaming Summit (TAGGS) is thrilled to announce its return for a fourth year, scheduled for April 19-21, 2024. TAGGS 4 invites helping professionals, educators, students, game designers, and content creators to celebrate the intersection of geek culture and therapeutic practices. TAGGS is Geek Therapy’s unique platform for sharing expertise, fostering learning, […]

Akogun: Brutalizer of the Gods #1 Review

By Nolan P SmithEditor I love mythology. It’s been one of my favorite topics since the 6th grade. So when I heard of Akogun: Brutalizer of the Gods from Oni Press, I was more than intrigued. After reading the first oversized issue, I am hooked. This is a debut issue for the ages from writer Murewa Ayodele and artist Dotun […]

Late Night With The Devil Review

By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor A few years back, I watched a film called Ghostwatch. It had been on my radar for a long time, but the opportunity to finally watch it presented itself when my wife and kids were out of town for the evening. Ghostwatch is a British mocumentaty that aired on Halloween night in 1992 across the pond. […]

Washed in the Blood #1 Review

Nolan P SmithEditor Diving into “Washed in the Blood #1” from Massive Publishing was a rollercoaster of the unexpected. Picture this: a kinetic, visual odyssey delving into the depths of the most ridiculous gods imaginable. Penned by the talented Kevin Roditeli and brought to life by artists Rob Cannon, Kostas Pantoulas, and Jorge Corona, this comic is sheer madness. We’re […]

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Review

By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Ghostbusters is part of many lives around the world. The original film was released in 1984, and a sequel followed shortly after, creating one of the most influential and popular franchises of all time. While they weren’t the first to incorporate comedy into the horror genre, they were the first to be taken into the mainstream […]

Unveiling CLAY FOOTED GIANTS: A Groundbreaking Graphic Novel on Masculinity, Trauma, and Parenthood

By Staff Reports A tragicomic meditation on masculinity, violence, and parenthood. Two fathers dig down to the roots of inherited trauma before it’s too late. Growth is possible, but so is oblivion… Announcing CLAY FOOTED GIANTS, the critically-acclaimed graphic novel co-written by David Plath prize winner Mark McGuire and Alain Chevarier, with art by Alain Chevarier, is being released for […]

SCI-FI World: The Experience is Finally Opening in LA on May 27th

By Staff Reports Coming to Santa Monica California May 27th 2024, Sci-Fi World-The Experience is a 30,000 square feet collection of science fiction and fantasy props, sets and costumes, probably the largest ever displayed. Located inside the historic former Sears building at 302 Colorado Avenue, between from 3rd Street Promenade mall, the Metro Rail Station, and the world-famous Santa Monica Pier. 12 […]

DSTLRY Unveils THE BIG BURN from Lucifer’s Joe Henderson and Artist Lee Garbett

By Staff Reports DSTLRY, the next-generation publisher redefining creator-owned comic books and collectibles, is proud to announce THE BIG BURN, an infernal new heist comic from the Eisner-nominated creative team of writer Joe Henderson (Skyward, Shadecraft, Netflix’s Lucifer) and artist Lee Garbett (Lucifer, Loki: Agent of Asgard, Uncanny Spider-Man). With colors by Lee Loughridge (Somna) and letters by Simon Bowland […]

Project Riese Review

By Daniel SchwartzReviewer I am always up for a good old-fashioned treasure hunt and action-adventure story. That is why when I saw Project Riese from Mad Cave Studios, I knew I had to read it. THE PREMISE: In 1952, adventurer Sam Safdie and his specialized team of explorers set out to discover a rumored Nazi train full of gold bars. […]

Let’s Kickstart This! THE EXPANSE Collectible Action Figures

By Nolan P. Smith Editor For this installment of “Let’s Kickstart This!”, we spotlight Nacelle Companies’ latest project: action figures based on the TV series The Expanse!  From the project page: “THE EXPANSE—a series with a reputation for being a genre-defining, medium-jumping masterpiece—will enter a territory it’s never explored before: action figures! Nacelle, in partnership with Alcon Television Group, is […]

Let’s Kickstart This! Animal Warriors of the Kingdom Primal Series 2 

By Nolan P. Smith  Editor Welcome back to Let’s Kickstart This, where we shine a spotlight on remarkable crowdfunding ventures on Kickstarter! Today, I’m excited to highlight a company that I’m personally familiar with, having backed their previous project and reviewed their outstanding figures in the past: Spero Toys’ Animal Warriors of the Kingdom Primal Series 2. Straight from the […]

Anime Heroes: Chainsaw Man Review

By Nolan P SmithEditor Bandai Namco Collectibles has again proven its awesomeness with the Anime Heroes line, delivering six-inch figures that capture the essence of beloved anime characters such as Naruto, DragonBall Z, and One Piece. Their latest addition to the lineup, the ferocious Chainsaw Man, stands out as a testament to their commitment to quality and innovation in the […]

Nacelleverse #0 Review

By Nolan P SmithEditor In the 80s, many action figure lines were directly tied to cartoons and comic books. It’s how we saw our figures come to life as kids- from Masters of the Universe, Transformers, G.I. Joe, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more. The Nacelle Company, which has brought the world a few amazing nostalgia action figures lines with […]

ONI PRESS ANNOUNCES NIGHT PEOPLE #1 SECOND PRINTING

By Staff Reports Due to the overwhelming success of critically acclaimed writer Chris Condon (Hunt for the Skinwalker, The Dregs) and stand-out artist Brian Level‘s (Poison Ivy) smash hit NIGHT PEOPLE #1, Oni Press is proud to announce that NIGHT PEOPLE #1 is now sold out at the distributor level and will return with the NIGHT PEOPLE #1 2nd Printing Variant by illustrator Tom Ralston. This brand-new second […]

TITAN COMICS AND SQUANCH GAMES ANNOUNCES HIGH ON LIFE!

By Staff Reports Titan Comics and Squanch Games announced High on Life, a new series based on the best-selling game – written by Alec Robbins (Mr. Boop), with art by Kit Wallis (Wonderland, Breathe). Learn about the debut issue below! HIGH ON LIFE #1Writer: Alec RobbinsArtist: Kit WallisColorist: JP JordanFC, SC, 32p, $3.99On sale June 12, 2024 THE DEBUT COMIC BASED ON […]

TONY PARKER TWISTS MEDUSA INTO A HERO IN NEW GRAPHIC NOVEL, “MEDUSA”

By Staff Reports Dark Horse Books presents Medusa, a new graphic novel that twists the original Greek myth into an action-packed story. Eisner Award-nominated artist Tony Parker (This Damned Band, God of War Volume 2: Fallen God) will write and illustrate the paperback graphic novel with Tamra Bonvillain joining the project as colorist. Medusa TPB will arrive in October 2024. […]