By Nolan P. Smith Editor The esteemed Bioworld brand, Heroes & Villains, renowned for creating exceptional apparel and accessories catering to the avid comic book and pop culture enthusiasts, has unveiled an exciting new collection, shining the spotlight on the legendary Marvel superheroes Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099. The collection boasts of trendy and stylish t-shirts and hoodies, perfectly timed for […]
By Staff Reports New from Papercutz this December, a riveting intergalactic adventure by Oskar Källner and Karl Johnsson, Children of the Phoenix: The Eye of the Storm! (Ages 7-12) The Children of the Phoenix series will be more than just a treat for young readers, who love adventure and fantasy, but an impactful tale that takes readers on the hero’s […]
By Staff Reports Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced a forthcoming update to the Mattel Creations Virtual Collectibles Platform. On April 27, the platform will introduce its own peer-to-peer marketplace, allowing owners of Mattel virtual collectibles to display, trade, and sell their assets. To coincide with the update, Series 5 of the Hot Wheels® NFT Garage will launch at the same […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Berserker Studio, the creators of the wildly successful Zeus figure, have returned with their latest addition to the pantheon of gods- Hades, the ruler of the underworld. The 1/12 scale figure comes in two versions and is now available for shipping from the reliable 5KToys. The intricately designed figure boasts a range of features including […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Looking for an exceptional 1/12 scale vehicle to cruise down the highway to hell or evade the authorities? Look no further than Ramen Toy’s impressive Ramen Racer! Secure your pre-order now and snag the early bird price of only $175 for the base model. But that’s not all – the first 1000 customers will also […]
Disney+ announced that six Spider-Man™ films will be launching on the streaming service in the U.S. this Spring, giving fans access to more from the Marvel collection, all in one place. The first Spider-Man™ films “Spider-Man™,” “Spider-Man™ 2,” “Spider-Man™ 3,” and “The Amazing Spider-Man™” will be made available to subscribers on April 21, 2023. “Spider-Man™: Homecoming” and “Venom” will join […]
By Staff Reports The Street Fighter™ 6 Showcase, hosted by rap legend Lil Wayne, dropped new information on the upcoming game, including new details on World Tour, customized avatar battles, accessibility features, the Year 1 roadmap, and a demo that kicks off today on PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4 followed by its release for Xbox and Steam on April 26! We’ll go […]
By Staff Reports Dark Horse joins forces with Lucasfilm and Respawn Entertainment to present a new art book, The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. This behind-the-scenes peek into Cal Kestis’ latest journey in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor gives fans a deeper dive into how it all came to life. This oversized, full-color hardcover art book collects concept art and […]
By Staff Reports Quantum Mechanix (QMx), creator of pop culture collectibles, announced the long-awaited comeback of their fan-favorite figural product line, Q-Figs. The first of many more to come is a Q-Fig Elite of Batman and Ace the Bat-Hound, depicted standing atop a Gotham City gargoyle, both in heroic poses, with the Bat signal right behind them. “We know our fans have been […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor The highly acclaimed Nickelodeon series has captured the hearts of fans spanning all ages over the years. Now, we have the pleasure of owning incredible 5-inch figures that immortalize our beloved characters in plastic—introducing the Avatar: The Last Airbender Four Pack from The Loyal Subjects, complete with a fantastic display box that doubles as a work […]
By Staff Reports Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Ascendant Studios announced that Immortals of Aveum™, a groundbreaking single-player, first-person magic shooter, will be released on July 20, 2023 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via EA App, Steam and Epic Games Store. Published under the EA Originals label and developed by Ascendant Studios – a new […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor Super7’s The Worst action figure line, initially consisting of 3.75-inch figures paying homage to notorious villains, has since expanded to the 7-inch scale as part of their Ultimates! collection, one of the first releases was Captain Deadstar, a spectral space captain. While initially excited for the new figure, my enthusiasm diminished after a closer examination. The […]
By Staff Reports The trailer for the Disney+ Original Movie “Crater,” which debuts exclusively on the service on May 12, is now online. Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez, the coming-of-age sci-fi adventure stars Isaiah Russell-Bailey, Mckenna Grace, Billy Barratt, Orson Hong, Thomas Boyce and Scott Mescudi. A 21 Laps Production, the film was written by John Griffin and produced by […]
By Staff Reports A 144-page, oversized hardcover graphic novel anthology produced by some of today’s greatest talents in the field of comics, video games, illustrations and concept art. Discover new stories and artworks inspired by the Assassin’s Creed® universe and beyond: from Ancient Egypt to the American Civil War, all the way to a dystopian, cyberpunk future and more! Assassin’s […]
By Staff Reports Next month, Monomyth #1 is coming from Mad Cave Studios, and to celebrate, the upcoming fantasy/horror series is getting two very special Mad Cave Exclusive variant covers (1/100) by Chris Shehan (Specs) and Shane Connery Volk (Nottingham)! Written by David Hazan (Nottingham), with art by Cecilia Lo Valvo (Grimm Tales from the Cave); colors by Marissa Louise (Stranger Things) and letters […]
By Staff Reports Eisner, GLAAD, and Ringo award-winning comic book writer Mark Russell has made a name for himself with his sharply satirical writing in comic books such as Prez, The Flintstones, Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles, Not All Robots, Superman: Space Age, Second Coming, Billionaire Island, My Bad, and more. Now the writer is turning to a new […]
By Staff Reports Diamond Art Club®, the leading manufacturer in diamond painting, is pleased to announce a collaboration with one of the world’s leading entertainment companies, Marvel Studios. Diamond Art Club® x Marvel Studios will bring beloved franchise characters from Avengers, X-Men, Guardians of the Galaxy and more to the diamond art painting world. Diamond Art Club® pop-culture offerings also […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Looking for some last-minute additions to make your Easter baskets unforgettable? Look no further than Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America! Their products are available at Target, Walmart, Walgreens, and other retailers, making them a convenient and accessible option for anime fans everywhere. Anime Heroes offers 6.5-inch figures with over 16 points of articulation, perfect […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor Photos by Jason T. Smith, Rebecca Smith and Sara Zitney In March, WonderCon 2023 returned to Anaheim, CA, and as a longtime attendee, I was thrilled to share the experience with my family. Unfortunately, the convention fell short of its promise of wonder and delight. While there were some positives, such as engaging with fantastic booths […]
By Staff Reports The wait is over! You can now pre-order Jada Toys highly anticipated Ultra Street Fighter II figures at Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore. These 1/12 scale action figures include alternate head sculpts, extra hands and comes packaged in a collectible retro arcade style package. Be the first to add Ryu and Fei Long to your action figure collection […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor What happens to us after we die has been a question that has fascinated humanity for as long as we have existed. This one-shot comic from Source Point Press explores the ethereal and surreal journey to the afterlife in a unique and thought-provoking way. Enter Etheres. Written by Anas Abdulhak and beautifully illustrated by Dennis Menheere, […]
By Staff Reports Just in time for the release of the highly anticipated Dungeons & Dragons movie, Heroes & Villains and Bioworld have launched a new apparel line. Featuring popular characters such as the Owlbear, Gelatinous Cube, Displacer Beast, Mimic Shapechanging Ambush Predator, and more, the collection offers a wide range of options, including socks, tees, and hoodies, allowing fans […]
Comic Book Review: Astrobots #1 By Nolan P. Smith Editor Astrobots #1, published by WhatNot Press, is a thrilling comic book that takes readers on an exciting journey into space. Written by Simon Furman, the creator of Marvel’s Death’s Head and writer of the original Transformers comic series, and illustrated by Hector Trunnec, a Heavy Metal artist, this Mecha-Masterwork is […]
By Staff Reports Paolo Montalban has been added to the cast of “Descendants: The Rise of Red” (formerly known as “The Pocketwatch”), the latest installment in Disney Branded Television’s music-driven mega-hit “Descendants” franchise, it was announced today by Disney+. Montalban will portray King Charming, Cinderella’s (Brandy) husband and Chloe’s (Malia Baker) dad, who is as much in love with Cinderella […]
By Staff Reports Renowned Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, award-winning colorist Dave Stewart, and celebrated novelist Lemony Snicket (A Series of Unfortunate Events) are teaming up with Beehive Books for an illustrated and annotated edition of Carlo Collodi’s classic novel PINOCCHIO. This all-new, deluxe hardcover edition includes over more than exquisite original illustrations from Mignola, which breathe new life to the […]
By Staff Reports Ignite the spirit of adventure with the new LEGO® Icons Classic Land Rover Defender 90. Launched as Land Rover celebrates its 75th anniversary, the 2,336 piece set is based on the classic design of the Land Rover Defender from 1983 to 2016 and comes complete with all the accessories needed for an off-road adventure. To celebrate the […]
By Staff Reports Nacelle, the company behind the recent revivals of Robo Force, Sectaurs, The Great Garloo and more, is excited to announce their new Biker Mice from Mars figures are now available for preorder at NacelleStore.com. The action figures will feature sculpts that honor the legacy of the original toys, but with updated articulation, design features and more. The […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor Action figure enthusiasts, it’s time to get excited! Kickstarter has recently brought us at least three new lines of action figures that deserve the spotlight, and we have looked at two of them. Now, let’s focus on the third one, Almighty Legends! Almighty Legends is a line of action figures inspired by the Bible. It uniquely […]
By Staff Reports Indiana Jones™ returns to the LEGO portfolio with three new sets encompassing memorable moments from the franchise. Children and adults will have a chance to jump into the world of thrill and excitement by recreating the most iconic scenes from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. 77012 […]
By Staff Reports 2K announced the Icon Edition and Deluxe Edition of WWE® 2K23, the newest installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, are available now worldwide for PlayStation® 5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The Standard Edition and Cross-Gen will be available on Friday, March 17, 2023. […]