Monthly Archives: July 2018
7 Summer Anime to Put on Your Watchlist
Nothing says summer vibes like staying inside and binging your favorite anime. This summer’s anime season is coming in hot, with the return of fan favorites such as Attack on Titan, Free!, and more. There are also several new series you might want to keep your eyes on. We’ve listed some of our favorites that are airing right now and later this summer, from the gushiest shoujo, to dark psychological horror.
See the recommended summer anime in the slideshow below or the list following that.
Angels of Death
J.C. Staff
Limited Edition Marvel’s Spider-Man PS4 Pro Bundle Announced
Update on 7/19/18 by Eric Song - Preorders are now available on Amazon
Sony has just announced the Limited Edition Marvel's Spider-Man PlayStation 4 Pro bundle that will be launching alongside Marvel's Spider-Man for PS4 on September 7, 2018.
This bundle includes an "Amazing Red 1TB PS4 Pro console featuring the iconic Marvel's Spider-Man spider, a matching DualShock 4 wireless controller, Marvel's Spider-Man game on Blu-ray disc, and digital content."
New Spider-Man PS4 Story Trailer Confirms New Villain
A new story trailer for Spider-Man debuted at San Diego Comic-Con, confirming Silver Sable as a villain.
According to the trailer, Mayor Norman Osborn hires Silver Sable to stop Spider-Man, whom he considers "an enemy of the people."
Silver Sable is joined by her security force, Silver Sable International, to bring order back to the city. Her security detail can be seen rappelling from a helicopter, and later down a building, heavily armed and armored.
Though Silver Sable is clearly starting off in opposition to Spider-Man, what we know from the comics tells us that this mercenary has her own moral code and that her allegiance may change. She has often teamed up with Spidey when their agendas align, so don't be surprised if her loyalties also change in the game.
New Suit Shown Off For Insomniac’s Spider-Man
A new suit for Spider-Man has been announced at the Marvel Games Panel at SDCC 2018, along with a slew of new Spider-Man merchandise.
Called the Velocity Suit, it has metal paneling and a glowing emblem. Designed by Marvel artist Ari Gradnov, it's one of the three exclusive suits players can get by pre-ordering the game. Insomniac has not yet revealed the functionality of the suit.
A limited edition art book was also announced, called Marvel's Spider-Man: The Art of the Game. Written by Paul Davies, it features concept art never before seen and commentary from Insomniac and Marvel.
Hasbro Previews New Star Wars, Marvel & Transformers Figures
Hasbro kicked off its Comic-Con presence with a special Hasbro Breakfast presentation. The company showed off some upcoming Star Wars, Marvel and Transformers products hitting stores later in 2018, as well as some of the exclusive items being sold at the show.
Check out our slideshow for a closer glimpse of the many goodies on display this morning.
This lineup includes several new additions to the Star Wars Vintage Collection line, which features modern figures in retro-inspired packaging, and the larger-scale Black Series line. Hasbro previewed several Black Panther-themed Marvel Legends figures as well as their MCU-focused Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years line. As for Transformers, the lineup included a mix of new toys geared towards the upcoming Bumblebee movie and their Vintage G1 series, which recreates the classic Transformers toys from the '80s.
Batman and Joker Join Forces in New DC Comic
DC held its Meet the Publishers panel at Comic-Con today, with Co-Publishers Jim Lee and Dan DiDio spotlighting a number of major upcoming projects. The biggest news from the panel is that The Darkness creator Marc Silvestri is writing and drawing a new mini-series called Batman/Joker: Deadly Duo.
Batman/Joker: Deadly Duo art by Marc Silvestri. (DC Entertainment)
As the title suggests, this series features the two characters joining forces for a change. Their alliance comes in response to an unknown enemy who is simultaneously tormenting the Joker from afar and torturing a kidnapped Commissioner Gordon. The series will be set outside traditional DC continuity and be published through the DC Black Label imprint.
Mattel Is Making Mario Kart-Themed Hot Wheels Toys
Mario Kart-themed Hot Wheels toys are coming.
Mashable reports Mattel has partnered with Nintendo to bring the licensed toys to stores in 2019. They made their debut at San Diego Comic-Con and can currently be seen in-person at the show at Mattel and Nintendo's booths.
Mario Kart-themed Hot Wheels toys, image via Mashable.
Pokemon Go: Legendary Pokemon Registeel Available Starting Today
Legendary Pokemon Registeel will be available in Pokemon Go starting today.
According to Pokemon Go’s official site, Registeel will begin spawning in raids today and will remain in the game until August 16. Registeel will be followed by Legendary Pokemon Regirock later this summer, and and follows Regice, who was added to raids last month and left the game today.
New Doctor Who Trailer Shows Off Thirteen and Her Companions
Update 7/24: Check out all of our Doctor Who SDCC coverage below, including what happened on the panel, the new trailer, and our interview with series star Jodie Whittaker.
The Thirteenth Doctor has arrived! BBC America's Doctor Who panel at San Diego Comic-Con today finally let new series star Jodie Whittaker (Broadchurch) take center stage. It’s been over a year since Peter Capaldi’s final season aired, and now the focus has shifted to Whittaker, who plays the first female incarnation of the Doctor.
Watch the new SDCC 2018 Doctor Who trailer below:
IGN’s own Terri Schwartz moderated the panel, which featured Whittaker and two of her companions, Tosin Cole and Mandip Gill, who play Ryan and Yasmin, respectively. New showrunner Chris Chibnall (Broadchurch) and executive producer Matt Strevens (An Adventure in Space and Time) were also on hand to preview the new season of the beloved sci-fi show.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Is Returning
Star Wars: The Clone Wars, the animated series that was previously canceled in 2013, is making its return.
New episodes of the show are coming, with Disney showing off new footage at the Clone Wars 10th Anniversary Panel at SDCC today. The show is reportedly coming back with 12 episodes to complete the series.
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