February 26, 2026

BrickCentric Brings Southern California’s LEGO® Community Together for the First Fan-Driven Convention in Los Angeles in 5 Years

By Staff Reports BrickCentric, the inaugural Los Angeles-based LEGO® fan convention created by fans for fans, is coming to the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel for an epic three-day weekend. The event will take place Friday March 20th through Sunday March 22nd and feature panels with LEGO Masters contestants and leading builders in the community, including Krystal Star, Tim […]

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February 22, 2026

Paul Heyman Unveils WWE® 2K26 MyRISE Storylines in Latest Ringside Report

By Staff Reports 2K revealed WWE® 2K26’s latest Ringside Report, narrated by Paul Heyman, which unveils new details on MyRISE, the story-driven mode that puts players at the center of a dramatic comeback, orchestrated by “The Oracle” himself. In MyRISE, players choose a Men’s or Women’s Division storyline to take on the role of The Archetype, a Superstar returning to […]

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February 22, 2026

ONE PIECE CREATOR & NYT BESTSELLERS ENDORSE DEBUT KICKSTARTER, MARCUS WALKER: KINGSLAYER PROTOCOL

By Staff Reports Walt Disney Alumni and debut writer Chris Yates, teams up with rising artist Simone Ragazzoni (Robotech: Rick Hunter, Power Rangers Universe, Dune: House Corrino) to debut a brand new creator-owned series, MARCUS WALKER: KINGSLAYER PROTOCOL. Featuring exclusive one-of-a-kind covers from NYT Bestseller Sean Murphy (Batman: White Knight Series, Tokyo Ghost, Chrononauts), Siya Oum (Neo Wonderland, Lola XOXO, […]

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February 21, 2026

Death Fight Forever #1 Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation If you’ve been paying attention to Image Comics lately, you might think they’re on a hot streak with a string of standout debut issues. I’ll argue this instead: Image Comics has always been on fire. And with Death Fight Forever #1, they remind us exactly why. From Andrew MacLean and Alexis Ziritt […]

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February 14, 2026

Contra – Bill Rizer + Lance Bean MAXIMUM PAYLOAD 1/12 Scale Signature Series Action Figures Now Up for Pre-order!

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Premium DNA Toys, the company that brought us Battletoads, Barnyard Commandos and more has been the talk of the New York Toy Fair with their AMAZING Contra figures! Here is the info directly from the website: The Alien terrorist group Red Falcon has built a stronghold in the Galuga Archipelago, bent on […]

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February 13, 2026

Skybound, Image & Hasbro Announce Deluxe Comic Book Collection to Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE

By Staff Reports Today Skybound and Image Comics, in collaboration with leading games, IP and toy company Hasbro are proud to announce the first-ever hardcover edition of the two comic adaptations of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE, commemorating the film’s 40th anniversary in spectacular fashion. THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE Deluxe Edition will be available in comic shops on August 12, 2026. The epic story […]

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February 13, 2026

NEW ACHIEVEMENT! PLAYMATES TOYS DEBUTS “DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL” COLLECTIBLES AT TOY FAIR 2026

By Staff Reports Playmates Toys, under the name ‘Borant Corporation,’ will unveil its inaugural line of Dungeon Crawler Carl collectibles this week, based on Matt Dinniman’s LitRPG series about a man and his ex-girlfriend’s cat who are forced to survive a post-apocalyptic, intergalactic gameshow. The Dungeon Crawler Carl line, including figures, statue scenes, “loot boxes,” plush and more, will be showcased […]

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February 13, 2026

Kayou Launches Fan-Fueled “Chase the Magic” Sweepstakes and MY LITTLE PONY Friendship Eternal Cards: Moon Edition 2 Trading Card

By Staff Reports Kayou, China’s No.1 collectibles company and top trading card brand, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, has introduced today the MY LITTLE PONY Friendship Eternal Cards – Moon Edition 2 in the U.S. The release kicks off the “Chase the Magic” Sweepstakes, offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to collaborate on a brand-new pony […]

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February 10, 2026

CM Punk Takes a Personal Journey in WWE® 2K26 2K Showcase: Punked

By Staff Reports After yesterday’s debut of the WWE® 2K26 Showcase trailer, 2K unveiled the latest Ringside Report, offering more details on 2K Showcase: Punked, narrated by cover star CM Punk himself. In 2K Showcase: Punked, players step into the boots of one of the most influential and subversive Superstars in WWE history for a very personal journey, blending authentic […]

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January 27, 2026

Pour Yourself a Red One: Introducing the KegChup – the First Keg of Unmistakably Rich HEINZ Ketchup

By Staff Reports Just in time for the Big Game, HEINZ is cracking open a new way to enjoy America’s favorite condiment. Introducing the HEINZ KegChup – the first-ever keg of unmistakably rich HEINZ ketchup. Inspired by a solution the beer industry has tapped countless times to ensure fans never run dry, the HEINZ KegChup allows watch parties to never […]

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January 27, 2026

Bricks & Minifigs Surpasses 300th Store, Doubling Growth in Just Two Years

By Staff Reports Bricks & Minifigs, an authorized LEGO® reseller specializing in buying, trading, and selling LEGO® products, proudly surpassed 300 stores in 2025. Through its buy, sell, and trade model, each location gives unused LEGO items a second life with new builders, demonstrating the company’s continued success as a franchise-driven, in-person retailer. Since 2023, Bricks & Minifigs has opened […]

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January 25, 2026

Spirit of the Shadows #1 Review

Spirit of the Shadows #1 ReviewBy Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation The afterlife is one of humanity’s greatest mysteries—where do we go when it’s all said and done? For Erik Leroux, the answer is complicated. On one hand, he’s reunited with the love of his life, Katrina. On the other, he wakes up dressed like a surreal hero-villain hybrid, […]

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January 23, 2026

Neon Inferno Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation I’ve always had a soft spot for retro games. The straightforward gameplay, pixel-perfect visuals, and pick-up-and-play fun—that’s my jam. So when I heard about Neon Inferno from Retroware and Zenovia Interactive, my interest was instantly piqued. After spending several hours with the game, I can confidently say this is a cyberpunk-soaked, retro gamer’s […]

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January 18, 2026

LAST CALL TO LEAVE EARTH-Coming This March from Nakama Press

By Staff Reports Nakama Press, an imprint of Mad Cave Studios, invites readers into a quiet, unsettling mystery where memory, belief, and unresolved history collide… An original 180-page young adult graphic novel from Brazilian writer and illustrator Cassio Ribeiro (Iris Complex, Sara Animals, Navigating with You), LAST CALL TO LEAVE EARTH unfolds as a small-town mystery shaped by emotional realism and […]

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January 18, 2026

Barbarian Behind Bars #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation Dropping a battle-hardened barbarian into the modern world is already a bad idea. Locking him inside a maximum-security prison? Even worse. That’s the smart, high-concept premise behind Barbarian Behind Bars #1, the new series from Mad Cave Studios that blends fantasy and crime drama in a way that immediately stands out. When a […]

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January 17, 2026

Let’s Kickstart This! Ayot Nom-Cost of Return

By Nolan P Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation We are back with “Let’s Kickstart This!” for 2026! To kick off the new year, we are spotlighting a comic book from Dark Myth Comics: Ayot Nom-Cost of Return! Ayot Nom: Cost of Return is a black and white, 22-page comic about consequence, identity, and violence you cannot outrun. This project follows Ayot […]

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January 5, 2026

Introducing LEGO® SMART Play™: Bringing your creations to life

By Staff Reports (LEGO)– The LEGO Group has unveiled LEGO® SMART Play™, a new interactive platform set to transform LEGO play experiences for kids and families. With this exciting innovation, builders can bring their LEGO creations to life in ways they’ve never imagined! Showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in a presentation from Julia Goldin, Chief Product & […]

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December 23, 2025

Get a first LOOK at CYBER PHOENIX!

By Staff Reports Ring in the new year with a bombastic sci-fi martial arts epic from Nakama Press! Nakama Press, an imprint of Mad Cave Studios, is thrilled to give a first look at CYBER PHOENIX—a high‑octane fusion of martial arts mayhem and speculative science fiction from Andy Seto (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Shaolin Soccer), one of Hong Kong’s most […]

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December 23, 2025

Final Week- Physical Pre-Orders Closing Soon for Cyberpunk Run-’N-Gun Neon Inferno

By Staff Reports Time’s almost up to get your hands on a physical edition of one of 2025’s hottest indie releases. Pre-orders for Retroware and Zenovia Interactive’s Neon Inferno, which has been setting the internet ablaze since launching on consoles and Steam last month, close next Sunday, December 28, at 11:59 PM EST over at Limited Run Games.  The latest […]

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December 19, 2025

HONOR & CURSE: ETERNAL – Coming This Winter

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios is proud to announce HONOR & CURSE: ETERNAL, the long-awaited continuation of the hit series that first introduced readers to Genshi Sakagura—forced into a destiny he never asked for, and now, six hundred years later, the silence breaks… Created and written by Mark London (Underworld), with art and retailer incentive cover by Spanish comic […]

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November 11, 2025

Mondo’s Exclusive DesignerCon 2025 Offerings – Posters, Collectibles & More

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation DesignerCon kicks off this Friday, and Mondo is bringing the kaiju heat! The king of all monsters is roaring into Las Vegas with figures, posters and other amazing collectibles! Check them out below, and head to DesignerCon this weekend to pick them up (or visit mondoshop.com this Friday!) Visit www.designercon.com to get […]

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