NetEase Games Reveals “Planet Party Time”

NetEase Games, the online games division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES, HKEX: 9999), is proud to announce Planet Party Time, the free-to-play interstellar social simulation/party game that’s coming to PC in 2025. The game has also revealed its first gameplay test on Steam that will give players around the world their first chance to experience it from May 15-19 (PT). 

IDW's TMNT: SHREDDER Series Arrives This Summer

The first and most iconic TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) villain, Oroku Saki aka SHREDDER, is making his terrifying return this summer and he wants one thing: revenge.

IDW Publishing is proud to announce TMNT: SHREDDER, a thrilling new comic book series from celebrated writer Dan Watters (Batman: Dark Patterns) and rising star artist Michele Bandini (Spider-Man: City at War), featuring primary covers and a fearsome new character design by fan-favorite TMNT artist Mateus Santolouco.

Prepare for the rags-to-revenge story of the ultimate ronin. Returned forever changed by a maddening ordeal beyond imagining, betrayed by all around him, and no longer with the Foot Clan, Shredder will quest deep into New York’s criminal underworld as a former protege has formed their own rival clan with sinister plans for the city. In his deadly mission for vengeance, enemies both old and new will brutally discover what defiance will bring them at the end of the Shredder’s blades. 

Action Horror PRIMAL GAMES Trailer Drop

Uncork’d Entertainment will release the action sci-fi horror PRIMAL GAMES on Digital and On Demand on May 6, 2025.

From the producers of Army of One (starring Ellen Hollman), PRIMAL GAMES follows a newlywed couple whose honeymoon turns into a waking nightmare when they are thrust into a sadistic survival game created for the world’s thrill-seeking elite. Hunted and outnumbered, they must fight to survive and uncover the truth about the twisted reality they’ve been dragged into.

Prime Video Acquires Popular Web Series Helluva Boss

Today, Prime Video announced at LVL UP Expo an acquisition of the wickedly popular web series Helluva Boss from the world of Hazbin Hotel. Helluva Boss has been picked up for Seasons 3 and 4. Executive Producer Vivienne Medrano also closes a “first look” deal with Prime Video. The acquisition was announced via a special animation featuring the lead characters of Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss respectively, and confirms for the first time that the two series exist in the same Hellaverse universe.

John Wick BALLERINA Character Posters

Lionsgate dishes out a host of character posters for the "heroes and villains" and all those in the grey area of the John Wick Universe. Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas), who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.

Directed by: Len Wiseman  Written by: Shay Hatten  Based on Characters by: Derek Kolstad

Produced by: Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, Chad Stahelski

Cast: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Norman Reedus, with Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves 

Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas)

Orphaned after her father’s murder, young Eve is taken to the Ruska Roma Ballet School, where she receives training in the art of combat. Her lessons turn her into a lethal assassin – and a formidable agent of revenge.

FALLOUT: SEASON ONE Coming to Blu-ray & DVD on July 8

Based on the best-selling global video game franchise, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment brings you the most bombastic and delightful post-apocalyptic action mission to ensure the survival of humanity with the release of Fallout: Season One on Blu-ray & DVD on July 8. A limited edition 4K UHD Steelbook will also be available exclusively at Amazon. The 4K UHD Steelbook and Blu-ray sets will both include a set of 6 Collectible Art Cards (available while supplies last). Get ready to binge all 8 episodes of the phenomenal series, plus go behind the scenes with over an hour of bonus content. Pre-order your copy today!

The series comes from Kilter Films and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Nolan directed the first three episodes. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, creators, and co-showrunners. 

Four Horsemen Figura Obscura: GANESHA

The latest entry into the halls of the Figura Obscura is one of the most recognizable deities in the Hindu pantheon – the elephant-headed Ganesha!

Ganesha is a brand-new “brute scale” figure from the bottom of his feet to the top of his removable crown (he stands approx 9.25" tall to that crown). He features the elephant head and 4 arms that this deity is most known for, along with premium soft goods created by the CJesim team, a number of removable bracelets and other jewelry pieces, and character specific accessories including a bowl of modaka, a parashu (axe), a pasha, bowls of fruit, and a rat. While Ganesha only includes the single head, the crown is removable and that head features articulated ears and 2 trunks – one which is pre-posed and the other which is a “bendy” trunk. He also includes a number of extra hands and a base for the figure to sit on. The set is absolutely loaded with parts that were newly created for this special release!

First Full-Length Trailer has Dropped for SKILLHOUSE

Brace yourselves for the blood-soaked social media showdown of the century! Skillhouse, the highly anticipated horror film, is set to slash its way into theatres nationwide on July 11, delivering a terrifying cinematic experience like no other.  

GenTv has joined forces with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, to bring this groundbreaking film, directed by Josh Stolberg (writer of Saw X, Jigsaw, Piranha 3D), to the big screen. Skillhouse redefines modern horror with a deadly twist where “likes” and “going viral” are matters of life and death. 

Tactics RPG Demonschool Begins its Island Investigation Q3 2025

Demonschool, the school-life tactics RPG with hints of Persona, Shin Megami Tensei, and Italian horror cinema from developer Necrosoft Games and publisher Ysbryd Games (WORLD OF HORROR, VA-11 HALL-A), kicks off the first day of class on PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and Windows PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on Q3 2025, as seen during today’s Galaxies Gaming Showcase.

Film Adaptation of Graphic Novel Series LOVE EVERLASTING in the Works at SONY

The epic, time-bending Eisner and Harvey Award nominated graphic novel series, Love Everlasting by Eisner Award winning writer Tom King (Batman, The Vision, Mister Miracle) and fan-favorite artist Elsa Charretier (November, The Infinite Loop) will be adapted for film from Sony Pictures Entertainment. According to last week’s exclusive scoop at DEADLINE on the news, “Room helmer Lenny Abrahamson attached to direct and Jane Goldman writing the script. Emma Watts and Element’s Ed Guiney are producing.”

The Love Everlasting comic book series follows main character Joan Peterson who discovers that she is trapped in an endless, terrifying cycle of "romance." A problem to be solved, a man to marry—and every time she falls in love she's torn from her world and thrust into another teary saga. Her bloody journey to freedom and revelation is both breathtaking and groundbreaking.

Lynchian Doc I KNOW CATHERINE, THE LOG LADY Makes Hollywood Premiere 4/17

History of Cool and Next Step Studios are honored to announce the April 17th Hollywood premiere of Richard Green's I Know Catherine, The Log Lady. The moving and intimate documentary is a look at the life and final performance of stage and screen actress and David Lynch collaborator Catherine Coulson.

Weeks after David Lynch announced the return, 25 years later, of his 1990 groundbreaking TV series Twin Peaks, Catherine, best known as the iconic Log Lady, learned she had terminal cancer. Not wanting to disappoint Lynch, her fans and her cast, Catherine struggled to live long enough to play the part of the Log Lady one more time before her own death days later. "The show must go on”.

Introducing the LeBron James Kenbassadors Doll

Mattel is thrilled to introduce LeBron James as the first doll in their Kenbassadors line. He's a true leader—an activist, philanthropist, and champion for others both on and off the court. A changemaker and tastemaker, this LeBron James Ken doll embodies his signature elevated streetwear style while proudly representing the LeBron James Family Foundation, his nonprofit dedicated to empowering inner-city youth with the tools they need to succeed in life.

KIRK HAMMETT THE COLLECTION Book Launch Spawns Live Events

Join KIRK HAMMETT, legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling and 9X GRAMMY® Award-winning band Metallica, for an intimate, live discussion that will take a deep dive into KIRK’s storied music career, and celebrate the launch of his new coffee table book, The Collection: Kirk Hammett. Tickets for the “KIRK HAMMETT The Collection: Live” book events are limited and on sale starting Friday, April 11, at 10:00 AM local time in the following cities and venues, April 25 in Toronto, Ontario at Tiff Lightbox, May 2 in Nashville, TN at Ford Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame, May 10 in Columbus, OH at Columbus Metropolitan Library, May 24 in Philadelphia, PA at The Fillmore, on June 7 in Tampa, FL at TBD, and on June 28 in Denver, CO at TBD.

Apple TV+ Unveils Trailer for Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman in LONG WAY HOME

Today, Apple TV+ released the trailer for the eagerly awaited new season of the epic motorcycle adventure series “Long Way Home.” Executive produced by and starring Ewan McGregor alongside Charley Boorman, this 10-episode journey rekindles the duo's famed road-tripping spirit, bringing them a little closer to home this time.

The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season - Coming To DVD September 9th

Fans can now relive the mystery and drama when Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment brings the third season of HBO’s Emmy®-winning original series The White Lotus to DVD on September 9, 2025. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Thailand, Season 3 delivers the perfect blend of intrigue and dark comedy that fans have come to love. Prepare for a new chapter of suspense, unexpected twists, and captivating performances—because at The White Lotus, the vacation never goes as planned. Don’t miss out on all 8 episodes of The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season, packed with bonus content. Pre-order your copy today!

The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season is now available to purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, YouTube, Fandango at Home, and more. For fans who want to experience the entire journey from the beginning, The White Lotus Seasons 1-3 Bundle is also now available to purchase Digitally from AppleTV, YouTube, Fandango at Home, and more.

Red Sonja: Steampunk Legend from Boss Fight

Introducing Red Sonja: Steampunk Legend—straight from the pages of Legenderry Red Sonja: A Steampunk Adventure Vol. 2! This all-new 1:12 scale Epic H.A.C.K.S. figure drops Red Sonja into a world of gears, grit, and steam-fueled danger.

KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked Duo Exhibition

Glendale Arts is thrilled to announce KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked, a dynamic duo exhibition at ace/121 Gallery featuring the bold, action-packed works of DR. SMASH! and LADRÖNN. This electrifying showcase explores superhero iconography through comic book art, watercolors, assemblages, and collage, offering an exhilarating deep dive into the genre’s visual language and cultural impact.

KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked will be on view from April 5-May 3, 2025. The public is invited to meet the extraordinary artists behind the exhibition at the Opening Reception on Saturday, April 5 from 6:00-8:00pm.

Toy Fair 2025: Major Collect Unveils New Wrestling Figures and More

By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

Toy Fair delivered thrilling news for wrestling fans and figure collectors as Major Collect combines hard-hitting action with nostalgia, unveiling a powerhouse lineup of new releases across their Major Stars, Major Bendies, and Big Rubber Guys lines.

Major Stars: Fully Articulated Action Figures Arrive

The biggest reveal came with Major Stars, the company’s newest line of wrestling action figures featuring articulated heads, arms, and waists. Series One kicks off with two variants of wrestling toy moguls Matt Cardona and Brian Myers, alongside all-time greats Macho Man Randy Savage and the always-unpredictable Danhausen.

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days, the side-scrolling zombie survival game from developer and publisher PikPok with more than 450,000 wishlists, arrives on PC via Steam Early Access on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. 

Set against the backdrop of a scorching Texas summer in 1980, Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days challenges survivors with taking on scavenging missions for valuable resources, scouring for potential escape routes out of the city, and staying alive one more day in a world overrun with zombies. 

YOU’LL DO BAD THINGS Rushed Back to Print

The launch issue of the highly anticipated new horror miniseries You’ll Do Bad Things—by award-winning creator Tyler Boss (What’s The Furthest Place From Here?), rising star artist Adriano Turtulici, and lettering legend Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou—has slashed the competition and sold out completely at the distributor level. Image Comics is rushing issue #1 back to print this week due to popular demand…and not at all because a crazed, masked serial killer will come for them if they don’t. Boss, who is currently signing copies of the coveted comic at shops across the country on a signing tour, has contributed disturbingly gorgeous new cover art for the second printing.

Folk Horror THE SEVERED SUN Comes to Theaters and VOD May 16th

In the heart of an isolated religious community, The Pastor delivers his fervent sermons to a devoted congregation. But dark secrets fester. In the depths of the forest, The Pastor's daughter, Magpie, takes desperate action, ending the life of her abusive husband. Little does she know, his murder will unleash a malevolent force—a mysterious beast with shimmering white eyes.

As weeks pass, suspicion and paranoia grip the community, with accusatory fingers pointed at Magpie. The Pastor struggles to restore Magpie’s dwindling faith, and he is unable to bring her back into “The Truth.” Faith is fragile, and Magpie is hell bent on rebelling against the hypocrisy of her father.

When the Beast leaves a trail of gruesome carnage, a brutal witch hunt ignites. In this gripping tale of faith, fear, and the darkness within, friendships crumble, loyalties are tested, and the community hurtles toward self-destruction.

The NAKED GUN Trailer Drops in your Unprepared Lap

At times like these, the world needs an unflinching force for good to stand before the twisted machinations of evil. To fight the good fight we call upon one man, stone faced and without fear, not because he is boundlessly courageous, but because he just doesn't know any better. It's time for a hero with no common sense at all...

Gatchaman-Ryu: Scavengers One-Shot

Mad Cave is excited to introduce their upcoming GATCHAMAN–RYU: SCAVENGERS one-shot! Written by Steve Orlando (Love is Love, Outlaw Territory), illustrated by Riccardo Robaldo (Radiant Black), and lettered by Frank Cvetkovic; This one-shot works perfectly as an easy-entry standalone, but also contributes to Mad Cave’s overall worldbuilding for the main Gatchaman series. GATCHAMAN–RYU: SCAVENGERS arrives at your LCS April 23, 2025. 

Fathom Entertainment Unveils 2025 Theatrical Lineup of Fathom’s Big Screen Classics

Ray Nutt, Chief Executive Officer for Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, announced today at CinemaCon®, the world’s premier showcase of theatrical exhibition hosted by the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, the full 2025 lineup for Fathom’s popular Fathom’s Big Screen Classics series.

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 Teaser Trailer

Anyone can survive five nights. This time, there will be no second chances. 

Blumhouse’s box-office horror phenomenon Five Nights at Freddy’s, the highest-grossing horror film of 2023, begins a blood-chilling new chapter of animatronic terror. 

Based on Scott Cawthon’s blockbuster game series, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is directed by acclaimed returning filmmaker Emma Tammi (The Wind, Blood Moon). 

UDON Announces New Book Market Distribution Deal with Simon & Schuster

Today UDON Entertainment announces that it has entered into a new book market distribution agreement with Simon & Schuster, one of the world’s premier publishers and distributors of books. This deal is effective April 1st, 2025, and marks UDON’s departure from its previous book market distribution arrangement with Diamond Book Distributors.

UDON Entertainment is one of the world’s leading publishers of officially licensed art books, manga, and comic books, specializing in video game and anime materials and classic and unique manga titles.

“We’re delighted to be working with UDON Entertainment to expand their reach and connect with more consumers around the world,” said Michael Perlman, Senior Vice President of Simon & Schuster Publishing Services.

Hot Toys Daredevil: Born Again 1/6th scale Figure

Matt Murdock's day job portrays a man who fights for justice in the courtroom, but as the sun goes down, he uses his heightened senses as Daredevil, taking the law into his own hands to protect his neighborhood. The latest series, Daredevil: Born Again, is not a follow-up to where the show left off in 2018 but follows Matt Murdock’s inevitable collision course with the former mob boss Wilson Fisk as he pursues his own political endeavors in New York.

One way to make the TV experience even better is to get yourself some merch. The Hot Toys’s 1/6th scale Daredevil will remind you of this exhilarating masterpiece, with his new finely tailored suit.