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Despite using Unreal Engine 5, the Rogue Trooper movie team wanted to avoid an "uncanny-valley video game…
The upcoming Rogue Trooper movie, while utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for its animatic, aims to avoid an "uncanny-valley video game" aesthetic. The creative team is focused on capturing the distinct visual style of the original 2000 AD comic, drawing inspiration from watercolor-like artwork to achieve a unique comic-book movie feel.
Jughead causes a pie-fight apocalypse in new Archie one-shot from Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow writer
Archie Comics is releasing a new one-shot comic titled Jughead: Piemageddon this summer, written by Tom King and illustrated by Dan Parent. The story promises a massive food fight in Riverdale, featuring Jughead Jones and other familiar characters. The comic is set to release on July 15, 2026, coinciding with the 85th anniversary of Archie Comics and the upcoming Supergirl movie based on King's work.
The Punisher's Jon Bernthal says the upcoming special's comic-book inspiration was his "north star" when taking on the character again, as it shows Frank "in all his gruesome glory"
Jon Bernthal discusses the comic book inspiration for the upcoming Marvel special, The Punisher: One Last Kill, stating that Garth Ennis's work served as his guiding principle. Bernthal highlights how the comic explores Frank Castle's character with brutal honesty and unflinching realism, encouraging viewers to confront the vigilante's motivations.
Darkstalkers x Street Fighter: Queen’s Shadow #1 and Mega Man X #4 Announced With Multiple Variant Covers
UDON Entertainment has announced two new comic releases: Darkstalkers x Street Fighter: Queen’s Shadow #1 and Mega Man X #4, both set to release later this month with multiple variant covers. Queen's Shadow #1 is a one-shot crossover following a plan to return Chicago to its original dimension, while Mega Man X #4 continues the ongoing series with X facing Vile and setting up a confrontation with Sigma.
Just Like Comic Books, Invincible VS Will Have Five Different PS5 Box Arts
The physical PlayStation 5 version of Invincible VS will feature five different box art variants, inspired by comic book retailer exclusives. All pre-orders include the Zero Suit Mark cosmetic skin and four color variants, with physical releases also coming with a pack of Keepsake Cards.
Spider-Noir swings through old-timey Metropolis in Marvel and DC's Spider-Man/Superman crossover
Marvel and DC are collaborating on a series of crossovers, with the upcoming Spider-Man/Superman #1 one-shot featuring a story titled 'Metropolis Marvels.' This issue brings together Spider-Man Noir and the Golden Age Superman to face Lex Luthor. The crossover celebrates the 50th anniversary of Spider-Man and Superman's first team-up.
Marvel's New Avengers Crossover to Include Exclusive Magic: The Gathering Card
Marvel's upcoming comic book crossover, Avengers: Armageddon #1, will include an exclusive Magic: The Gathering card featuring Wolverine, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Red Hulk. This collaboration aims to provide an added incentive for fans to purchase the comic.
Marvel's next big comic event kicks off with a special release that includes an exclusive Magic: The Gathering Card…
Marvel Comics is launching a new comic event, Avengers: Armageddon, which will include an exclusive Magic: The Gathering card called 'Warstorm Surge.' This collaboration ties into the upcoming Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes card set, set to release on June 26, with the comic available on June 10. The event is described as a dramatic turning point for the Avengers.
LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight Videogame Celebrates Free Comic Book Day with Comic Tie-In, Arriving May 2
Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, DC, and The LEGO Group announced a comic book tie-in for the upcoming videogame LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, titled The LEGO Batman Returns, available for Free Comic Book Day on May 2. The videogame will launch on May 22, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow later in 2026.
How The Dark Knight Returns Defined Modern Batman And The Best Ways To Experience It Today
The 40th anniversary of Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns" is being celebrated, a landmark comic series that redefined Batman as a gritty vigilante. The article explores various ways to experience the story today, including collected graphic novels, sequels like "The Dark Knight Strikes Again" and "The Dark Knight III: The Master Race," animated adaptations featuring Peter Weller as Batman, and collectible figures from Hot Toys.
The story of Spider-Man: Brand New Day may tie back to one of the most controversial Spidey comics of all time where…
The upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day appears to be adapting the controversial comic storyline "The Other," which significantly altered Peter Parker's powers and origins by introducing magical elements. This era saw Spider-Man temporarily die and gain new abilities, including organic web-shooters and venom stingers, before a deal with Mephisto reset many of these changes. While the film is expected to incorporate elements like the cocoon rebirth and altered DNA, it is unlikely to include the villain Morlun or the Spider-Totem concept.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day's recreation of an iconic comic book cover might reveal which surprising villain is in…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is recreating iconic comic book covers, with a recent image mirroring Amazing Spider-Man #134, featuring the villain Tarantula. This suggests Tarantula may appear in the film, potentially uniting Spider-Man and The Punisher against a common enemy. The film is set to release on July 31.
All the new comic-book characters in the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer
The trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day introduces several new comic book characters and villains, including Boomerang, Tarantula, and potentially Jean Grey. It also features returning characters like Scorpion and hints at the involvement of The Punisher and Bruce Banner. The trailer showcases new threats and relationships for Tom Holland's Spider-Man.
Diablo: Dawn of Hatred Expands the Lore of Sanctuary - IGN
Blizzard Entertainment is expanding the Diablo universe with a new four-issue comic book series titled Diablo: Dawn of Hatred, published by Titan Comics. The series, written by Cullen Bunn and drawn by Daniele Serra, will explore the mythology of Sanctuary and is set to release its first issue on April 22, 2026. This announcement follows Blizzard's recent 30th-anniversary spotlight for the Diablo franchise, which revealed the Warlock class coming to Diablo 2: Resurrected and Diablo IV.
X-Men '97 season 2 gets a comic book prequel that Marvel promises is "vital" to the next chapter of the…
Marvel Comics has announced a five-issue comic book prequel series for X-Men '97 season 2, written by Steve Foxe and drawn by Salvin Espa. The comic will directly set up the next season of the animated series, bridging the gap between season 1's cliffhanger and the upcoming season 2 premiere this summer.
Why the Latest Superman Movie (2025) Deserves Your Full Attention
James Gunn's Superman (2025) offers a bold, vibrant departure from previous DC films, focusing on an established hero in a lived-in world. The film stars David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with Nicholas Hoult portraying a contemporary Lex Luthor. It draws heavily from comic inspirations like All-Star Superman, exploring themes of choice, optimism, and the challenges of being a symbol in a skeptical world.
