Even in animation, Star Wars has never had a problem killing off important characters. Most of Domino squad was killed off in the Clone Wars, along with multiple Jedi, Savage Opress and Satine Kryze. However, the death that resonated most was probably Kanan Jarrus’ sacrifice on Star Wars Rebels. He used the Force to push…
Summary James Gunn plans to bring Green Lantern back with the HBO series Lanterns, which can greatly boost the popularity of DC’s intergalactic police force. Despite the lack of successful live-action adaptations, the exposure of a Sunday night HBO Green Lantern series can lead to a surge of interest in one of DC Comics’ most…
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest is taking a trip to one of DC’s most iconic alternate universes. Beginning in Issue #20, the acclaimed monthly series will explore the world of Kingdom Come. Written by Mark Waid and drawn by Alex Ross, this classic “Elseworlds” story juxtaposed an aged Justice League with a new generation of violent, antiheroic…
Summary Madison Clark to Fear the Walking Dead, hoping to bring together an unlikely group of survivors. Victor Strand Madison Clark’s bond continues to show the importance of growth while facing a looming threat. Fear the Walking Dead teases many answers to mysteries that include the fate of characters like Alicia. There was a time…
Summary Dragons in D&D 5e are powerful and deadly creatures with immense physical strength, elemental breath, and magical prowess. The game offers a wide variety of dragon types, with some being more formidable than others, such as the Ancient White Dragon and the Shadow Dragon. Metallic dragons, like the Ancient Copper Dragon and the Ancient…
Publisher Private Division unveiled a trailer for developer Wētā Workshop’s upcoming hobbit-centric The Lord of the Rings video game, Tales of the Shire. The brief promotional video gave fans a preliminary look at the upcoming video game, which will reportedly be a “heart-warming” experience focused on the quaint lives of the beloved hairy-footed inhabitants of…
Summary Disney’s Percy Jackson & the Olympians TV series released a new trailer that explores Percy Jackson’s origin. One of the highlights was the introduction of Camp Half-Blood where Percy will train with other demigods. Though not all shown, fans can expect perils with villains like Medusa and powerful Gods like Lance Reddick’s Zeus. Disney’s…
Marvel has announced that a new comic series in the Planet of the Apes universe will be arriving in January 2024. A four-part miniseries, Beware the Planet of the Apes, will be written Marc Guggenheim and artist Álvaro López. The comics are set as a prequel to the original 1968 film Planet of the Apes…
Baldur’s Gate 3 is not only one of the best games of the year but also one of the best games of all time. It gives the player the freedom to role-play and experiment with a real sense of freedom and immersion. The number of available spells is a great example of this freedom, but…
Summary The Loki Season 2 trailer reveals that Loki and Mobius will travel through time and alternate realities to fix the now-broken sacred timeline. The show may explore the concept of timeslipping and its implications for the MCU timeline, potentially revealing multiple alternate realities and how they are interconnected. The inclusion of characters like Zaniac…
The next case on All Rise isn’t for the faint of heart — and CBR has an exclusive clip revealing what’s coming to the Hall of Justice before the startling episode airs Sept. 23 on OWN. In Season 3, Episode 12, “Guilt Is a Bully,” Judge Lola Carmichael is presiding over a case that pits…
The fourth and final season of the beloved DC show, Doom Patrol, is all set to bid farewell to fans, with the much-awaited remaining six episodes. DC and Max recently shared a new trailer for the final episodes of Doom Patrol, also referred to as S4B. The trailer highlights the superhero team’s upcoming challenges and…
At the start of this week, Archie Comics shared with CBR readers an exclusive first chapter of the classic Archie storyline, “Freshman Year,” and now, at the end of the week, Archie is sharing with CBR readers an exclusive first look at the upcoming horror one-shot, Fear the Funhouse Presents…Toybox of Terror. Fear the Funhouse…
Summary Season 2 of Sonic Prime fails to give Shadow the significant role he deserves. The absence of Shadow in the main narrative causes the show to miss out on some great opportunities. Sonic Prime‘s third season has the chance to redeem Shadow by pitting him against Sonic and his friends. The following contains spoilers…
Summary “WandaVision’s unique format and storytelling made it one of the most profound and talked-about projects in the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe.” “The series delves deep into Wanda’s psyche, exploring her mental state in a way that had never been done before within the franchise.” “WandaVision’s exploration of the power of television and escapism resonated…
Marvel is preparing for a comic crossover by releasing covers of the December issues in the ‘Gang War’ event that will see Spider-Man declaring war on some super-powered enemies. ‘Gang War’ was announced earlier this year at San Diego Comic-Con and will start to unfold with a prelude this November with the release of Gang…
Fans who can’t make the journey to London for Critical Role‘s upcoming live show, which will see Campaign 2’s Mighty Nein reunite in the wake of the Apogee Solstice, can still make an event out of the anticipated reunion alongside fellow Critters in select Cinemark and Cineplex theaters. Announced in July, The Mighty Nein Reunion:…
Summary Open world games offer players the opportunity to immerse themselves in a different world and explore beautiful landscapes, even after completing the main quests. TheHunter: Call of the Wild provides a realistic hunting experience in a vast open world with different biomes, offering players countless hours of gameplay. Sonic Frontiers surprises fans with its…
Spawn is coming to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Warzone Season 6 in a highly anticipated crossover. Call of Duty revealed on its official X (formerly Twitter) account that the reluctant leader of Hell’s Army Spawn will join the game’s sixth installment. Spawn creator Todd McFarlane teased the appearance of the fan-favorite character during…
Summary The Spectacular Spider-Man should continue by following in the footsteps of Young Justice. Young Justice was able to continue the series due to fan demand, and there’s plenty of that for The Spectacular Spider-Man. By utilizing Young Justice‘s time jump tactic, The Spectacular Spider-Man can stay relevant to its original audience. When The Spectacular…
Hulu invites New Yorkers to join an Only Murders in the Building murder mystery interactive investigation. Fans of the hit comedy-murder series Only Murders in the Building can now immersive themselves in the United Palace Theater, a central location during Season 3’s murder mystery. On the show, the trio, which includes Steven Martin, Martin Short,…
The following contains spoilers for Invincible Iron Man #32, on sale next week Ever since the news was released back in June that Tony Stark and Emma Frost of the X-Men would be getting married, fans have been wondering how, exactly, this wedding would take place, considering the two have not been dating in the…
Summary The Silent Hill 2 Remake release date is still uncertain, leaving fans eager for a new title that captures the essence of the original games. Song of Horror, developed by Protocol Games, successfully replicates the style and tone of the early Silent Hill games, using camera tricks and other methods to disempower players. Song…
Summary Ahsoka successfully combines fan service with storytelling, balancing big moments with quieter beats like Baylan Skoll’s character exploration. Star Wars’ reliance on galactic civil wars and the Jedi vs. Sith conflict is holding the franchise back, unlike The Mandalorian and Andor which offer fresh perspectives. Baylan Skoll’s speech about breaking the repetitive nature of…
Sofia Vergara looks unrecognizable in Netflix’s Griselda teaser trailer in which she stars as the Colombian drug lord. Vergara plays the drug lord in the titular role on the limited series and gets down to business in the short trailer. Griselda is a production from the minds behind Narcos and Narcos: Mexico, brought to life…
Summary One of the most unrealistic aspects of Star Trek is the prominence of human-looking aliens. As an animated series, Lower Decks is able to make many of the new species the crew encounters truly alien. On Lower Decks, the more unusual the species, the greater the opportunity for comedy. As an animated science fiction…
Summary Marvel’s first hero wasn’t the Human Torch or Captain America. Ka-Zar, a jungle adventurer, debuted in 1936 and was actually Marvel’s first comic hero. Some argue that 1961’s Fantastic Four #1 marked the birthplace of modern Marvel Comics, introducing the “Marvel Method” and more relatable heroes. However, the company’s history dates back long before…
Comic fans have been delighted by Patrick McDonnell’s comic strip MUTTSfor almost thirty years, but they might be surprised to see his work in the context of the Marvel Universe. But next week, on Sept. 26, Abrams ComicArts and Marel Comics are joining forces to present McDonnell’s The Super Hero’s Journey, starring The Fantastic Four,…
As the gaming industry becomes more narrative-focused, players flock to story-heavy AAA games like The Last of Us. These games are enriching and immersive, with captivating characters, plot points, and themes. For players who want to further bridge the gap between literature and gaming, interactive narrative games like the Life Is Strange series offer a…
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 2 is coming to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD just in time for the Christmas season. Paramount Home Entertainment is inviting Star Trek fans to go behind the scenes of Strange New Worlds Season 2 with over two hours of special features, including exclusive deleted, extended and alternate…
After introducing the teenage superhero Boy Thunder in an early story arc of Batman/Superman: World’s Finest and revealing him to be the eventual antihero Magog from the seminal story Kingdom Come, Mark Waid and Dan Mora are returning to the world of Kingdom Come in the latest World’s Finest storyline. Starting in Issue #20, Batman…
Summary Doctor Who‘s 60th anniversary specials is going to be a huge moment for the franchise. The special will usher in a new era, which means it shouldn’t focus too much on the past. To move forward, Doctor Who must strike a balance, especially if it wants to create something new with Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor….
WEBTOON has announced an extensive lineup of panels, creator signings, swag, and more in preparation for New York Comic Con. Top creators and executives from WEBTOON, Wattpad WEBTOON Studios, and WEBTOON Unscrolled will appear on a variety of panels during this year’s event. As the world’s largest digital comics platform, WEBTOON will appear alongside major…
The Marvel Universe is one of the most prolific superhero landscapes in comic book history. As such, they have leaned into and created many of the tropes and traits that have come to define the medium. However, Marvel has sometimes relied on these familiar beats a little too often. Tropes can become tired, especially when…
Summary Lex Luthor’s ability to adapt and change with the times has allowed him to stay relevant as a DC villain for close to a hundred years. Rather than try to keep Lex Luthor exactly the same, DC Comics brilliantly adapted Lex’s motivations and presentation to fit each new era of comics. Drawing inspiration from…
Debuting Sept. 22 on Peacock, The Continental is an experiment that could test the vitality of the John Wick franchise going forward. Set decades before the events of the four films, the show delves into the history of the Continental and how it fell into the hands of Ian McShane’s Winston. Focusing on a young…
The following contains spoilers for Ahsoka Episode 6, “Part Six: Far, Far Away,” streaming now on Disney+. The power of storytelling is a major theme in Ahsoka‘s sixth episode, “Part Six: Far Far Away.” In the opening minutes, Ahsoka reminisces on stories Huyang used to tell her and other Jedi younglings about the galaxy’s history….
Summary Star Trek defied the odds with a successful reboot in The Next Generation, but Deep Space Nine made it a franchise. DS9 was unlike any show before it, and it pushed the possibilities of what a Star Trek series could be. There were problems, but in spite of them, Deep Space Nine is seen…
Summary Namor and Mole Man both fit the role of supervillains in Marvel Comics, but Namor’s complex motivations and alliances with superheroes make him more of an anti-hero. Mole Man, on the other hand, refuses to work with superheroes and is solely focused on destroying Marvel heroes to achieve his goals. The debate over who…
Summary Wilderness centers on how societal roles can be suffocating for women. Wilderness highlights how women are expected to have a facade of perfection in fear of being judged. Jenna Coleman’s Olivia breaks away from societal roles and embraces every aspect of womanhood by the finale. The following contains spoilers for Wilderness, now streaming on…
A new action figure of Supergirl by McFarlane Toys has already sold out before its October release. The figure of Kara Zor-El was available for pre-order exclusively on Target’s website on September 19. However, according to its page on Target (at the time of writing), “Pre-orders have sold out.” Supergirl’s new item could get a…
Summary The Vulcans were the main allies of the humans in Star Trek: The Original Series. Successive shows highlighted how Vulcans guided humanity to the stars and the larger galactic community. Vulcans never gave up on humans, and they, in turn, inspired the creation of the galaxy’s greatest alliance. When Star Trek first warped onto…
Since its 2020 release, Genshin Impact has been one of the most impactful and immersive gacha games available for play across mobile, PC, and PlayStation. Genshin has been updated consistently every six weeks, offering new stories, character banners, events, rewards, and map expansions for players with each expansion. Most recently, Genshin released its 4.0 update,…
Summary Prime Video’s thriller Wilderness explores the dangerous consequences of seeking revenge. Wilderness uses the theme of hunter and hunted to foster a surprising twist. Wilderness captures the power of revenge and how it can transform a person into their darker self. The following contains spoilers for Wilderness, now streaming on Prime Video. Prime Video’s…
Fans have wondered for decades who would win in a fight between the X-Men’s most savage hero, Wolverine, and the alien hunter only known as the Predator. Marvel’s 20th Century Studios comics imprint is aiming to solve this conundrum in Predator vs. Wolverine #1, an impressive start to a grisly series. Written by Benjamin Percy,…
Magneto is returning, and just in time. In a new teaser ahead of New York Comic Con (NYCC), Marvel announced The Ressurection of Magneto, a new comic project from X-Men Red writer Al Ewing and artist Luciano Vecchio. “Magneto returns for the X-Men’s darkest hour in ‘Resurrection of Magneto’!” reads the announcement on X (Twitter)….
The concept of debuffs in RPGs is practically a staple among several franchises and for Pokémon games, it can mean a variety of things depending on the move in question. And with over 1,000 unique species after the releases of Pokémon Scarlet andViolet for the Nintendo Switch, the combinations of movesets have become even more…
Summary Some critics say Star Trek’s central focus on the goodness of humanity implies they are superior to the other aliens. Series creator Gene Roddenberry intentionally made his vision of humanity the most important species in the galaxy. Star Trek’s humans do not diminish other aliens, but instead offer an aspirational idea of what human…
For many players new to , learning the mechanics of the game and endeavoring into that very first adventure can be daunting. Both players and Dungeon Masters who started adventuring in 2014 with the original D&D 5e Starter Set no doubt found themselves delving deep into The Lost Mine of Phandelver, the set’s accompanying starter…
Summary Tony Tony Chopper will be the next Straw Hat to join the crew in Netflix’s One Piece. Chopper plays an important role in One Piece, becoming the doctor for the Straw Hats. Netflix may have some difficulty bringing Chopper, given the nature of his powers. The following contains spoilers for Netflix’s One Piece, now…
