Comic Book Review: Astrobots #1

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 […]

‘Descendants: The Rise Of Red’ (Formerly Known As ‘The Pocketwatch’) Adds Paolo Montalban To The Cast Of The Disney+ Original Movie

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 […]

HELLBOY Creator Mike Mignola and A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS Author Lemony Snicket Team Up For a Unique Edition of PINOCCHIO

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 […]

Nacelle Announces Pre-Order for new Biker Mice from Mars Action Figures

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 […]

Let’s Kickstart This! Almighty Legends

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 […]

WWE 2K23 Featuring WarGames and More is Available Now

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. […]

Action Figure Review: Robo Force- Maxx 89

By Nolan P. SmithEditor If you’re looking for a durable, versatile, and just plain cool action figure, the Robo Force – Maxx 89 from The Nacelle Company is definitely one to pick up. As the first action figure line from this company, it’s impressive how well they’ve managed to craft a toy that’s both innovative and nostalgic. First off, let’s […]

Pre-order Super7’s TMNT ULTIMATES! Wave 10!

By Staff Reports When the battle between good and evil unfolds in the sewers under New York City, it’s bound to create some unique personalities! Super7’s latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ULTIMATES! includes Classic Rocker Leo, Rat King, Ninja April, and the Mirage version of Casey Jones! Featuring interchangeable parts and accessories, these 7” scale made-to-order Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ULTIMATES! […]

HELLSING RISES FROM THE GRAVE IN NEW EDITIONS

By Staff Reports The legions of the damned again threaten to cover the earth in darkness in new paperback editions of Hellsing from Dark Horse Manga. Featuring revised translations available previously only in the deluxe hardcover editions, Kohta Hirano’s epic action/horror manga is now even closer to the author’s terrifying vision that spawned the international hit anime series. Hellsing blends […]

First Major In-game Collaboration for Overwatch 2 Adds Cosmetic Collection Based on Beloved One-Punch Man Anime

By Staff Reports A bevy of collectible cosmetics based on the globally popular anime, One-Punch Man, are live today in Overwatch® 2, Blizzard Entertainment’s cross-platform and free-to-play team-based action game. The collection marks the first major collaboration for the Overwatch universe and opens the door to other crossover concepts and possibilities in the future. “As massive fans of anime and […]

Playmates Toys Reveals Official Action Figures for Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon Movies and Point Grey Productions’ Highly Anticipated Film “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem”

By Staff Reports (Photo: Nickelodeon/Playmates Toys) One of the biggest action figure phenomena of all-time returns this summer with a new look and new attitude for the new millennium. Following the world premiere of a teaser preview for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” Playmates Toys today revealed a sampling of its Ninja Turtles action figures, vehicles, and role play […]

Haunted Mansion Teaser Trailer Materializes

By Staff Reports Look alive, foolish mortals! Walt Disney Studios is dying for share the teaser trailer for the comically creepy adventure Haunted Mansion, appearing in theaters on July 28, 2023. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Justin Simien, Haunted Mansion features an all-star ensemble cast that includes LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson, Chase W. Dillon, and […]

New images reveal Elseworlds versions of villains in Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham

By Staff Reports The Dark Knight’s rogues gallery gets an Elseworlds makeover – including the likes of Penguin, Killer Croc, Talia al Ghul and Mr. Freeze – in Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham, available to purchase Digitally and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack and Blu-ray on March 28, 2023 from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.  Inspired by […]

Ally and Rocket League Esports announce tournament to advance women in esports

By Staff Reports Ally Financial Inc.  and Rocket League Esports announced today that Ally is deepening its marketing presence in gaming with an investment designed to promote women esports competitors and support the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS). Through a new women’s tournament featuring Rocket League, Ally will continue to advance its 2022 pledge to reach 50/50 media spend across […]

Disney+ Debuts Peter Pan & Wendy Trailer

By Staff Reports Peter Pan & Wendy, a live-action reimagining of the J.M. Barrie novel and the 1953 animated classic, will begin streaming April 28, 2023, exclusively on Disney+. Today, Walt Disney Studios released a teaser trailer for the original movie, inviting audiences to experience the timeless adventure featuring the beloved characters like never before. Peter Pan & Wendy introduces […]

Year of the Rabbit greetings from MONOPOLY Dreams with featured postcards that convey wishes from international landmarks

By Staff Reports Starting from Year of the Rabbit, MONOPOLY Dreams™ strives to provide a creative service to tourists with “MONOPOLY Postcards”. Tourists and their relatives and friends can feel blessings from MONOPOLY Dreams™. From now till 31 March 2023, visitors can get an exquisite limited edition MONOPOLY postcard and a commemorative stamp in MONOPOLY Dreams™, upon presenting the “promotional […]

Add Some Slime to Your Spring Break or Easter Vacation at Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts

By Staff Reports Karisma Hotels & Resorts invites families to have the Slime of their life this Spring Break with the first-ever Slime Break Getaway at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya and Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana. Epic family adventures await with themed events, exclusive food and beverage offerings, pop-up activities at Club Nick, unique photo opportunities, character meet & greets, […]

Super7 Announces ThunderCats ULTIMATES! Wave 8-Now Up for Pre-Order

By Staff Reports Super7’s latest wave of 7” scale ThunderCats ULTIMATES! includes Captain Shiner, Alluro, Hachiman, and WilyKit! Fans won’t need to be hit with Alluro’s Psych Club to know that these made-to-order ULTIMATES! are the ThunderCat’s meow! Featuring interchangeable heads & hands and multiple accessories, these made-to-order figures belong in any ThunderCats collection! This made-to-order release is available for […]

Let’s Kickstart This! Savage Crucible

By Nolan P. SmithEditor As an Editor for Pastrami Nation, I have had the pleasure of spotlighting various Kickstarter projects over the years. These projects have spanned a range of categories, including comic books, video games, and action figure lines. Among these, the runaway hit of 2023 thus far has been Savage Crucible, a highly articulated 6.5-7 inch action figure […]

Embark on an Epic New Adventure Today in WILD HEARTS, EA and KOEI TECMO’s AAA Hunting Game Set in Fantasy Feudal Japan

By Staff Reports Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and KOEI TECMO welcome hunters to the land of Azuma in WILD HEARTS™, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via the EA App, Steam and Epic Game Store. WILD HEARTS is a new kind of hunting game that whisks players away on an epic adventure in fantasy medieval […]

Higround Announces Collaboration with Sensational Breakout Anime JUJUTSU KAISEN

By Staff Reports Higround, a lifestyle and gaming peripheral brand, in collaboration with Crunchyroll, the global anime brand serving fans with the ultimate anime experience, today announced a new line of graphic computer peripherals for the hit dark fantasy anime JUJUTSU KAISEN. The entire capsule will be available on Higround’s website on February 24 at 12 pm PT. The main […]