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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 & […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Chaiko’s MONKEY KING OMNIBUS Now Live on BackerKit

Born from a stone and destined to be a hero. Magnetic Press is proud to announce the return of one of its most celebrated and two-time Eisner Award-nominated graphic novels (Best Adaptation from Another Medium, Best Painter/Multimedia Artist) with THE MONKEY KING: THE COMPLETE HARDCOVER OMNIBUS EDITION, written and illustrated by acclaimed artist Chaiko, live now on BackerKit! Out of […]

Pastrami Nation Customs: Custom Spawn Shoes

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation When it comes to creativity, few artists bring comic book inspiration to life quite like Drew Guess. Known for his incredible custom action figures, Drew has once again raised the bar—sharing his footwear skills with his Custom Spawn Shoes. Built from a pair of Puma high-top layups, these one-of-a-kind kicks are a […]

Review: Ten-Ton Titan Terrier

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Every once in a while, a story comes along that hits all the right emotional notes — heart, humor, and heroism — all wrapped in a package that feels straight out of a Saturday morning cartoon. Ten-Ton Titan Terrier from Papercutz/Mad Cave Studios is one of those special stories. Written by David […]

Review: Isekai Metaller Vol. 1

By Nolan P. SmithEditor | Pastrami Nation Crank up your amps and prepare to melt some faces—Isekai Metaller Vol. 1 is pure, unfiltered heavy metal energy wrapped in a fantasy manga shell. Kasuga Ryo delivers a high-voltage debut that’s as loud in spirit as it is rich in mystery, blending the world of metal and magic into something wholly unique […]

Review: X-O Manowar #1 (Valiant Beyond)

By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Aric of Dacia is back—and this relaunch hits with the force you want from an X-O Manowar #1. Steve Orlando wastes no time putting Aric and Shanhara into a harsh, post-apocalyptic stretch of terrain where survival and honor collide. The setup is lean and welcoming for new readers, but seasoned fans will […]

Dark Myth Graphic Novel #1 – Chronicles of the Unknown- Pre-Order Now!

By Staff Reports Dare to explore the strange, the bold, and the unknown. Chronicles of the Unknown is Dark Myth Comics’ first full-length graphic novel anthology, featuring eight creator-driven stories that span horror, sci-fi, fantasy, mythology, and dark comedy. From kaiju meat and cosmic curses to demon wrestlers and ancient prophecy, each tale offers a wildly original spin on what […]

BIXBY GRANT, PRIVATE EYE: FANGS & BRIMSTONE #3- Now Live on Kickstarter

By Staff Reports Harbor City’s favorite immortal mummy detective is back, and this time, he’s in over his bandaged head. Now live on Kickstarter, RNM Press unleashes BIXBY GRANT, PRIVATE EYE: FANGS & BRIMSTONE #3, a pulpy plunge into danger, deceit, and the city’s supernatural underbelly! This latest chapter by series creator and writer Patrick Coyle (Bixby Grant, Private Eye […]