GAME INDUSTRY VETERANS REVITALIZE LEGENDARY VIDEO GAME PUBLISHER ACCLAIM

By Staff Reports After more than two decades, a team of industry veterans has united to bring back one of gaming’s most iconic brands. Acclaim, the legendary video game publisher known for its groundbreaking titles in the ‘80s and ‘90s, is officially returning with a bold vision aimed at revitalizing the gaming landscape. Originally founded in 1987, the relaunch marks […]

Action Figure Review: Biker Mice from Mars – Vinnie and His Radical Rocket Sled

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation The ’80s and ’90s were a golden era for action-packed, anthropomorphic heroes—Thundercats, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Tigersharks, and, of course, the Biker Mice from Mars. Thanks to the Nacelle Company, the Biker Mice are back in action with a new comic series, an upcoming animated reboot, and—what we’re here for—an absolutely killer line […]

Blokees exhibits at the 2025 Toy Fair New York: World Premieres of New IPs Products on Minions

By Staff Reports After its attendance at the Spielwarenmesse International Toy Fair in Nuremberg, Germany this January, Blokees, a Chinese brand specializing in building block figure toys, made another major move in March by unveiling its latest products at the 2025 Toy Fair New York. At this year’s event, Blokees hosted the world premiere of its first edition of the Minion Magic Series, based […]

NACELLE REVEALS WAVE TWO LINEUP FOR ROBOFORCE ACTION FIGURES, ALONG WITH PRE-SALE DATE

By Staff Reports The Nacelle Company (RoboForce: The Animated Series, The Toys/Movies That Made Us, Biker Mice from Mars) have revealed the character lineup for wave two of the RoboForce action figure line, ahead of the highly anticipated RoboForce: The Animated Series (Co-Produced by Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia and Seven Bucks Productions), which is due to premiere on Tubi in […]

Mattel and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products Announce Multi-Year Licensing Partnership for DC Characters and Stories

By Staff Reports Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products today announced a global, multi-year licensing agreement utilizing DC’s entire library of beloved characters and legendary storytelling. Through the partnership, Mattel is awarded the global licensing rights to develop and market a full range of DC-themed action figures, playsets, accessories, role play products, and adult collectibles […]

Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films Unveil First-Look Image of the Upcoming Live-Action Masters of the Universe Film

By Staff Reports Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) released a first-look image of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man/Prince Adam in the upcoming live-action feature film Masters of the Universe, based on the iconic Mattel franchise. Masters of the Universe is currently in production.  Joining Galitzine, the film stars Camila Mendes (“Teela”), Morena Baccarin (“The Sorceress”), James Purefoy (“King […]

Introducing ThunderCats DELUXE Figures

By Staff Reports Straight from Third Earth to your doorstep are the new ThunderCats Deluxe action figures! These 7” scale, articulated Lion-O™ and Monkian™ Deluxe figures are inspired by classic animated series, feature intricate sculpt and premium paint detailing, and come with accessories specific to these mighty foes, all packaged on die cut card backs. Available now at Super7.com/pastramination!  Lion-O […]

Revealing The 2025 LEGO House Exclusive Set: LEGO Fabuland Tribute

By Staff Reports LEGO House, the ultimate LEGO experience in Billund, Denmark, announces the latest edition of its series of annual exclusive products, a LEGO Fabuland Tribute. The set (40506), which is exclusive to LEGO House, is designed by LEGO House Master Builder Stuart Harris, and LEGO Senior Designer, Markus Rollbühler. Collaborating with the team of historians at LEGO Idea […]

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE CRIMSON JUSTICE? A Superhero Deconstruction from Mad Cave Studios

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios announces its very first superhero title, WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE CRIMSON JUSTICE?  Join the Eisner-nominated team of Frank Tieri (Wolverine, Godzilla, Harley Quinn, Marvel Vs Capcom), with interior art and Cover A by Inaki Miranda (Blade Forger, Superman, Catwoman), as they unravel the mystery in this 5-issue series of heroes and villains—and the consequences […]

Comic Con Revolution to Feature the Stars of Smallville and Teen Titans Animated Series

By Staff Reports Comic Con Revolution is thrilled to announce that this year’s event will feature star-studded appearances from the iconic cast of Smallville and the beloved animated series Teen Titans! Fans of all ages are in for an unforgettable experience as they get the chance to meet their favorite actors, interact with fellow enthusiasts, and celebrate two legendary series […]

Let This One Be A Devil #1 Review

Review by Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Cryptozoology has always fascinated me. From my childhood obsession with Bigfoot to my time on a paranormal podcast, I’ve always been drawn to the mysteries of legendary creatures. So when Let This One Be A Devil from Dark Horse Comics was announced, diving into the lore of one of the most infamous […]

Pokémon GO Tour: Unova Prep Guide

By Staff Reports (Pokemon)– Pokémon GO Tour: Unova – Global is just around the corner, taking place on March 1, 2025, and March 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time each day, and there’s plenty of excitement ahead during this ode to the region originally introduced in Pokémon Black and Pokémon White. With a little planning in the days […]

Mondo Unveils Yu-Gi-Oh! Collection – It’s Time to Duel!

By Staff Reports Check out the exciting collaboration between Mondo and Yu-Gi-Oh!, bringing fans a premium new collection featuring high-end soft vinyl figure and large-format screen prints inspired by iconic Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game artwork. This collection pays tribute to the game’s rich history, reimagining fan-favorite cards with Mondo’s signature artistic craftsmanship. YU-GI-OH! – Blue-Eyes Ultimate Dragon Soft Vinyl Figure – Timed […]

MARK MILLAR AND GORAN PARLOV’S SCI-FI HERO COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT FOR “STARLIGHT LIBRARY EDITION”

By Staff Reports The Millarworld comics library from Dark Horse Comics continues to expand, as Mark Millar and Goran Parlov’s science-fiction masterpiece about a great hero picking up the mantle years after retirement finds a new home in Starlight Library Edition. This new edition offers readers a gorgeous, oversized, deluxe collection of the series, soon to be adapted into an […]

Curt Pires & Amilcar Pinna Rocket into Galactic, a Death-Bender Sci-Fi Romance from DSTLRY

By Staff Reports DSTLRY, the next-generation publisher redefining creator-owned comic books and collectibles, is thrilled to announce Galactic, a boundary-pushing, ultraviolent sci-fi romance from Curt Pires (Indigo Children, Youth) and Amilcar Pinna (X-Men) debuting this May. A hyper-kinetic blend of syncopated, blockbuster action and interstellar escapism, Galactic follows a roguish bounty hunter hired to retrieve a runaway princess on a […]

Join “The Wise Man” Paul Heyman in WWE 2K25 2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty

By Staff Reports 2K unveiled a trailer detailing 2K Showcase: The Bloodline’s Dynasty in WWE® 2K25, the first retelling of the Bloodline saga and a celebration of the legacy of the extended Anoa’i, Fatu, and Maivia wrestling families. Narrated by “The Wise Man” Paul Heyman, the trailer introduces the first-ever interactive documentary of The Bloodline and their extended family. 2K […]

Comic Book Review: Past Time #1

By Nolan P. Smith   Editor, Pastrami Nation   Baseball may be America’s pastime, but in Past Time #1, it’s also a backdrop for mystery and murder. Mad Cave Studios delivers a gripping debut that blends sports, noir, and horror into a compelling narrative.   Written by Joe Harris, with art by Russell Olson, lettering by Carlos M. Mangual, colors by Juan D. […]

Cobra Kai: A Look Back

By Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation Few film franchises hold the same nostalgic power as The Karate Kid. Watching Ralph Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso battle against the odds in both the valley and Japan was an unforgettable journey. So when Cobra Kai was announced as a series on YouTube, I subscribed to YouTube Red without hesitation. The idea of William Zabka’s […]

Action Force: Senshi Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation I’ve been following Action Force from Valaverse since its inception, with a Sgt. Slaughter figure serving as my introduction to the line. Over the years, I’ve watched it evolve in leaps and bounds, and now, as I review Senshi from the latest wave, it’s clear just how far this line has come. Packed in […]

Marvel Rivals x Funko Pops Dropped Today!

By Staff Reports Fans of Marvel Rivals and Funko are getting a huge W as Funko just launched their latest drop today, featuring iconic comic characters seen within the game! Check out the info for the wave below! POP Games: Marvel Rivals- Doctor Doom (MSRP: $12) POP! Doctor Doom has arrived to seize control of your collection! Expand your Marvel […]

iHeartMedia and Exactly Right Media Partner to Bring “My Favorite Murder” and the Full ERM Lineup of Shows to iHeart

By Staff Reports iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, announced a partnership agreement with Exactly Right Media (ERM), the audio production company co-founded by “My Favorite Murder” creators Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff. The agreement makes iHeartMedia the exclusive sales, marketing and distribution partner for Exactly Right Media’s full slate of premium podcasts including the flagship […]

THE NACELLE COMPANY AND SEVEN BUCKS PRODUCTIONS STRIKE PARTNERSHIP WITH TUBI FOR HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ORIGINAL ANIMATED SERIES: ROBOFORCE

By Staff Reports The Nacelle Company (The Toys/Movies That Made Us, Kevin Hart’s Guide to Black History, Biker Mice from Mars) and Seven Bucks Productions (Red One, Behind the Attraction, Young Rock) are excited to announce a partnership with Tubi, Fox Corporation’s ad-supported streaming service, on the animated original, ROBOFORCE: THE ANIMATED SERIES. The new original animated sci-fi series consists […]

Roman Reigns Named WWE 2K25 Cover Star as Franchise Evolves With Bloodline Showcase, Enhanced Gameplay Features, New Match Types, and New “The Island” Experience

By Staff Reports Today, 2K announced WWE® 2K25, the newest installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, will be coming in March for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Among the most decorated WWE Superstars of all-time, “The Original Tribal Chief,” Roman Reigns strikes a heroic pose on […]

Pre-Order ThunderCats ULTIMATES! Wave 12

By Staff Reports Celebrate 40 years of ThunderCats with the new Wave 12 ULTIMATES! figures! Add Nayda, Cruncher, and Safari Joe to your collection and continue the epic battle to save—or destroy—Third Earth. Complete your set at Super7.com to unlock the exclusive Super Pack of alternate heads for these iconic characters.  Preorder today HERE! CruncherThe Berserker, Cruncher, uses his awesome […]

New Series Boos, Brews, and BBQ Unveils the Haunting Flavors of America’s Most Haunted Cities

By Staff Reports Brace yourself for a wild ride of ghostly encounters and smoky flavors! Boos, Brews, and BBQ, a thrilling new TV series, is taking viewers on a cross-country journey to uncover the hidden stories, haunted histories, and iconic BBQ flavors of America’s spookiest cities. Hosted by a dynamic trio of personalities, Barry Kerch, drummer of the chart-topping rock […]

Power Lords #1 Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation The Power Lords action figure line and its accompanying comic series were a beloved part of the 80s, bringing interstellar adventure to fans everywhere. Fast forward to 2025, and thanks to Oni Press and the Nacelle Company, we’re treated to a nostalgic revival with Power Lords #1. For longtime fans and newcomers alike, […]