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. […]

Comics Kickstarter Alert: Grammy-nominated Unsecret and DJ Form unite for Seven Dead Stars: A Universe Begins

By Staff Reports Grammy-nominated artists and producers, Unsecret and DJ Form, are back on the comics scene with an exciting new Kickstarter campaign, SEVEN DEAD STARS: A UNIVERSE BEGINS!  This exciting dual release of the space adventure series includes two foundational comics: Issue #0, the 24-page origin story, including a variant edition by Butcher Billy, and an official 34-page guidebook […]

“Finish Your Story” in WWE® 2K24 Deluxe Edition and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition Now Available Worldwide

Today, 2K announced the Deluxe Edition and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition of WWE® 2K24, the newest installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, are available now on PlayStation® 5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.* The Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition will be available on Friday, […]

Mad Cave Studios Announces FLASH GORDON 2024 Publishing Line

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios is celebrating the 90th anniversary of FLASH GORDON in a big way!  The full 2024 Flash Gordon publishing program will be unveiled at ComicsPro, by Director of Marketing, Keith Davidsen.  An iconic American comic strip created and originally drawn by Alex Raymond, has become a timeless symbol of thrilling space adventures and heroic exploits. Since […]

Skechers Joins Forces With Global Art Phenom Vexx

By Staff Reports Skechers is joining forces with Vexx: an artist who has captured the digital universe, galleries and museums on three continents. The global brand’s latest Visual Artist Series capsule, Skechers x Vexx features the creator’s signature “doodles” known around the world. His detailed, vibrant characters will appear on footwear, apparel and accessories for men and women. “As an […]

Mad Cave Studios Announces GATCHAMAN 2024 Publishing Line

By Staff Reports It’s Mad Cave Studios 10-year anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than to announce their 2024 GATCHAMAN publishing program at ComicsPro! The Gatchaman license, originally acquired in 2023 from Tatsunoko Productions, will feature an exciting new rollout of content featuring an ongoing series with a subsequent Vol. 1 trade release, individual character one-shots, and a Galactor […]

DSTLRY Unmasks Jamie McKelvie’s Gothic Thriller ONE FOR SORROW This June

By Staff Reports DSTLRY, the next-generation publisher redefining creator-owned comic books and collectibles, is proud to announce ONE FOR SORROW, a gothic thriller written and drawn by creator Jamie McKelvie (The Wicked + The Divine, Captain Carter, Batman – One Bad Day: Catwoman, Young Avengers). The first issue will launch in comic book stores and digitally on dstlry.co in June […]

WWE 2K24 Unveils Roster of Playable WWE Superstars and Legends

By Staff Reports This week, 2K unveiled a massive roster of more than 200* playable WWE Superstars and Legends, and rising NXT stars making their franchise debuts. Fans can look forward to conquering the squared circle with the hottest current WWE Superstars including Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Bayley, Asuka and many more, plus several […]

Invincible: Guarding the Globe Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor So far, the surprise drop of 2024 goes to a mobile game featuring Image Comics/Skybound Entertainment’s hit comic book and animated series Invincible. Invincible: Guarding the Globe takes you into the blood-soaked world of Invincible, as you call the shots like Cecil Stedman, dispatching teams across the globe.  This is an idle squad RPG set […]

Dick Tracy #1 Review

By Nolan P. SmithEditor When you think about the long history of the comic book artwork, Dick Tracy is a name that echoes throughout time. Debuting as a comic strip in 1931, the hard-boiled adventured of Dick Tracy against a motley crew of thugs and gangsters has resonated with fans ever since. Thanks to Mad Cave Studios, we journey back […]

The Art of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Origins and Masterverse Review

By Nolan P. Smith Editor Dark Horse Books and Mattel have teamed up again to deliver a nostalgia-packed journey with their newest hardcover, “The Art of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Origins and Masterverse.” This book is a visual celebration of the latest action figure lines, Origins, and Masterverse, showcasing stunning package art, the detailed box art for […]

Video Game Review: Tekken 8

By Nolan P. Smith Editor Welcome back to the electrifying arena of the King of the Iron Fist Tournament with Tekken 8! Bandai Namco delivers the latest punch-packed installment of this legendary fighting game franchise. With formidable contenders like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, and the King of Fighters having unleashed their next-generation titles, Tekken 8 boldly steps into the ring, […]

A Harrowing Adventure in Space in Your First Look at MAN’S BEST #1

By Staff Reports BOOM! Studios revealed a first look at MAN’S BEST #1, the premiere issue of an action-packed sci-fi romp full of heart by Pornsak Pichetshote, writer of the Eisner and Harvey Award-winning The Good Asian, Eisner Award-nominated rising star artist Jesse Lonergan (Miss Truesdale and the Fall of Hyperborea), and letterer Jeff Powell (Infidel). Homeward Bound on an […]

Maverick and 41 Entertainment Announce ‘King Arthur + The Knights of Justice’ with a Modern Twist

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios and 41 Entertainment are pleased to announce King Arthur & the Knights of Justice publishing April 24, 2024. The classic 90’s cartoon returns in a new graphic novel! This new take on the 90s cartoon asks: what if the knights of the round table were actually a modern football team transported back in time? […]

Music Megastar Post Malone Curates Soundtrack to WWE 2K24 and Joins Playable Roster

By Staff Reports 2K announced the WWE® 2K24 Soundtrack, curated by music icon Post Malone. An avowed fan of both WWE and the WWE 2K franchise, Post Malone took on the role of Executive Soundtrack Producer and assembled an eclectic collection of songs across a variety of genres including rock, country, rap, electronic music, and pop. In addition to his […]

JADA TOYS TAKES THE LEAD AS THE TITLE SPONSOR FOR THE FIRST TIME AT THE 2024 DIE-CAST SUPER CONVENTION

By Staff Reports Jada Toys, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of finely crafted die-cast and collectibles announced today, its title sponsorship of the Las Vegas Die-Cast Super Convention, February 29 to March 3, 2024 at the Ahern Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.  Hosted by Mad Mike, Die-Cast SuperCon returns bigger and better than ever with special events and a […]

Award-winning writer Ray Fawkes and celebrated artist Antonio Fuso team up for SANCTION

By Staff Reports Mad Cave Studios is proud to announce the forthcoming series, SANCTION! This unique tale—crafted by the critically-acclaimed Eisner, Harvey, and Joe Shuster award nominee, Ray Fawkes (Batman Eternal, Wolverines, Black Hammer ’45), and brought to life by the mesmerizing artistry of Antonio Fuso (Wyrd)—delves into the chilling realm of a totalitarian regime, with a vivid portrayal the […]

WWE 2K24 Gameplay Trailer Debuts Featuring Iconic WrestleMania Moments and New Match Types

By Staff Reports 2K revealed the electrifying WWE® 2K24 gameplay trailer, offering a first look at hard-hitting gameplay featuring new match types, environments, Superstars, and the 2K Showcase…of the Immortals. The trailer kicks off with high-impact footage of Roman Reigns and LA Knight competing in the new Ambulance Match, where the goal is to wear an opponent down, put them […]

DSTLRY REVEALS OVERPOWERING OPEN-ORDER VARIANT COVER FROM RYAN STEGMAN FOR WHITE BOAT #1 BY SCOTT SNYDER AND FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA

By Staff Reports DSTLRY revealed a WHITE BOAT #1 open order variant cover by critically acclaimed creator Ryan Stegman (Venom, Spider-Man, She-Hulk) ahead of the issue’s final order cutoff (FOC) this coming weekend. WHITE BOAT reunites the creative team behind Detective Comics and Night of the Ghoul in maritime madness featuring oversized, 48-page perfect bound issues by visionaries Scott Snyder […]

Action Figure Review: Battletoads Zitz

By Nolan P. Smith Editor Battletoads is one of my fondest memories when it comes to video games during my childhood. The classic beat’em up puts you in the shoes of one of three of the fantastic Battletoads. The games were excellent, and I have always included them in my list of top video game protagonists. Thanks to Premium DNA […]

WWE® 2K24 Celebrates 40 Years of WrestleMania with 2K Showcase…of the Immortals and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition

By Staff Reports 2K announced WWE® 2K24, the newest installment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, will be coming soon for PlayStation® 5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. As he burns a path through WWE in an effort to claim world championship gold and fulfill his destiny, “The […]

Let’s Kickstart This! The Winter King

By Nolan P. Smith Editor I am back with my favorite column at Pastrami Nation- Let’s Kickstart This! Today, we once again shine down the spotlight on a deserving Kickstarter project, and it’s an amazing one. Enter The Winter King, a wordless graphic novella about a coyote- yes, it already sounds amazing. Here is directly from the Kickstarter page: Featuring […]

UPCOMING YA GRAPHIC NOVEL—A HAUNTED GIRL—EXPLORES REAL WORLD MENTAL HEALTH TOPICS, DEPRESSION THROUGH HORROR LENS THIS MAY

By Staff Reports Co-writers and father-daughter team Ethan Sacks (Star Wars: Bounty Hunters) and Naomi Sacks join forces with fan-favorite artist Marco Lorenzana (Incredible Hulk) for a YA graphic novel that explores real-world mental health struggles through a fantastical lens in the upcoming, A Haunted Girl. It will hit shelves this May from Image Comics. The graphic novel will also […]