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Marvel Comics NYCC announcements: Peter Parker and Miles Morales fall out, new Captain Marvel, and much more
Marvel Comics revealed numerous new titles and storylines at New York Comic Con, including a 'Crisis of Faith' crossover event that will pit Peter Parker against Miles Morales. New series for Captain Marvel, Spider-Punk, and Magneto were announced, alongside a Hulk event series and manga collaborations with Kadokawa. The publisher also teased an upcoming mysterious event called '1 Day' for June 2027.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls reveals Thor (Jane Foster), Venom & Jubilee as next DLC
Arc System Works and Marvel Games revealed the next wave of DLC characters for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls at EVO France 2026. Jane Foster as Thor will arrive this winter, followed by Venom and Jubilee in spring and summer 2027, respectively. The Klyntar Stage will also be included with Venom.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls to add Jane Foster's Thor, Venom and Jubilee - following Phoenix Cyclops - in its Year One DLC pass
Arc System Works has revealed the full roster for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls' Year One DLC pass, featuring Jane Foster's Thor, Venom, and Jubilee. These characters will join Phoenix Cyclops, who was previously announced. The DLC characters are scheduled for release throughout Summer 2027.
Phoenix Cyclops Leads Marvel Tōkon’s First-Year Support Plan
Arc System Works has revealed the Year One DLC roadmap for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, with Phoenix Cyclops launching on November 2. The plan includes Thor (Jane Foster), Venom, and Jubilee releasing in seasonal windows through summer 2027. The characters and a new Klyntar stage will be available individually or as part of the Year One Characters & Stage Pass.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls reveals its Year 1 DLC roster, starting with Phoenix Cyclops on 2nd November
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has revealed its Year 1 DLC character lineup, starting with Phoenix Cyclops on November 2nd. The roster also includes Thor (Jane Foster), Venom, and Jubilee, with Arc System Works collaborating with Marvel artist Peach Momoko for character artwork. Producer Takeshi Yamanaka explained the choice of Phoenix Cyclops for his unique visuals and fighting style, justifying his release as post-launch DLC.
Marvel Tokon DLC Roadmap Reveals First Look at Jane Foster Thor, Venom and Jubilee Coming in 2027
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will receive new DLC characters starting this winter with Jane Foster Thor. Two additional characters, Venom and Jubilee, are slated for release in 2027 as part of the game's Year 1 DLC roadmap.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man season 2 confirms Venom, and a new release date
Season 2 of Marvel Animation's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is set to premiere on Disney Plus on January 13, 2027. The new season will feature Spider-Man facing off against Venom, voiced by Josh Keaton, and will introduce a new suit. The series will also continue storylines from the previous season, including encounters with Doctor Strange and the return of Daredevil.
Ananta means "unlimited possibilities," and that includes being Spider-Man, Venom, or just yourself
Ananta, a new game from NetEase, offers a vast array of possibilities, allowing players to embody characters like Spider-Man or Venom, or simply explore its diverse environments. The preview highlights impressive traversal mechanics in a New York-inspired city, drawing comparisons to Insomniac's Spider-Man games, alongside more traditional RPG elements in a country town setting. The game is set to launch in January 2027 with a focus on player freedom and grounded fantasy elements.
New Venom PlayStation 5 Game Details Hint at What Fans Wanted All Along
New details have surfaced for Insomniac Games' rumored Venom game on PlayStation 5, suggesting a more comic-accurate portrayal of the symbiote and a character-swapping mechanic similar to Grand Theft Auto 5. Leaks indicate playable characters will include Eddie Brock, Peter Parker, and Miles Morales, with an expanded open-world map covering more of New York City. The game is reportedly in development and may feature more brutal combat and a coexistence dynamic between Eddie and Venom.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day star says we have only seen "level one" of Scorpion's potential, with the final…
Michael Mando, who plays Scorpion in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, stated that audiences have only seen the first level of the character's potential, with future developments possibly including him as a host for Venom. Mando, who first appeared as Mac Gargan in Spider-Man: Homecoming, expressed his excitement for the character's future but deferred to Marvel and Sony executives for planning. The film has achieved significant box office success.
Tom Holland admits there was a plan to merge his Spider-Man with Sony's Spider-Man Universe
Tom Holland revealed that Sony had plans to merge its Spider-Man universe with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the right opportunity never arose. Despite rumors of crossovers, Holland stated there were no internal conflicts regarding his appearances. Sony's universe includes films like Venom and Morbius, while Holland's Spider-Man has been successful within the MCU.
Spider-Man might not be in Avengers: Doomsday and I'm trying to work out what that means for Brand New Day
Despite Spider-Man: Brand New Day releasing shortly before Avengers: Doomsday, current cast lists and marketing suggest Tom Holland's Spider-Man will not appear in Doomsday. This is a significant departure from previous Avengers films and raises questions about the character's role in future MCU events like Avengers: Secret Wars, especially given potential plot points involving memory manipulation by Doctor Doom.
Summer Game Fest 2026 and State of Play - every PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo rumour
This article compiles numerous rumors and predictions for upcoming announcements at Summer Game Fest, State of Play, and other gaming showcases. It covers potential reveals for games across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch platforms, including new titles, sequels, remakes, and DLC from major publishers like Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Capcom.
Venom Game Drama Has Spider-Man Fans Completely Unhinged
Voice actor Nadji Jeter claimed Insomniac Games' standalone Venom game was scrapped after Tony Todd's death, but journalist Jason Schreier has refuted these rumors. This has caused significant fan speculation and discussion across social media platforms regarding the game's development status and potential future on PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 6.
Uncertainty Surrounds Rumoured Venom PS5 Game
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the status of a rumored Venom game from Insomniac Games for the PlayStation 5. While the voice actor for Miles Morales suggested a Venom game and DLC were in development but possibly cancelled, Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier stated these reports are untrue. The existence of a Venom spin-off was first revealed through a December 2023 Insomniac hack.
Hasbro's first Marvel Rivals action figures are now up for pre-order, including that awesome Punisher
Hasbro has opened pre-orders for its first action figures based on the upcoming game Marvel Rivals, featuring characters like The Punisher and Moon Knight. These figures are expected to release by September and come with game-accurate accessories. Additional figures, including Venom, Spider-Man, and Luna Snow, will be available for pre-order on later dates.
Metal Gear Solid movie is back on again thanks to two hot new directors
A live-action Metal Gear Solid movie is back in development at Sony Pictures, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached. The project, first announced in 2006, aims to bring Hideo Kojima's iconic characters to the big screen. While the new directors are known for Final Destination Bloodlines, their involvement in other projects like an animated Venom movie and the new Gremlins film means the Metal Gear Solid movie's release remains a distant prospect.
Sony Pictures' Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation is resurrected, with the directors of last year's Final Destination: Bloodlines at the helm
Sony Pictures has tapped directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein to helm the Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation, replacing Jordan Vogt-Roberts who was attached since 2014. This new direction is part of a first-look deal with Sony that also includes an animated Venom movie and an original sci-fi project. While Hideo Kojima's involvement is unclear, producers Avi and Ari Arad remain attached, and Oscar Isaac was previously rumored to play Solid Snake.
Metal Gear Solid Movie Coming From Sony Pictures | Console Creatures
Sony Pictures is developing a Metal Gear Solid movie, with directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein attached to adapt Hideo Kojima's iconic series. While Oscar Isaac was previously cast as Solid Snake and Jordan Vogt-Roberts was set to direct, it appears both are no longer involved with the project.
Films Misjudged at Release That Later Earned Critical and Audience Recognition
This article analyzes how film reception can dramatically shift over time, with many movies initially dismissed by critics later gaining critical and audience recognition as cult classics. Conversely, some films once celebrated have seen their reputations decline due to evolving cultural perspectives and reassessment. The piece highlights 15 examples, including "Empire Records," "Venom," and "The Thing," to illustrate the unpredictable nature of a film's legacy.
