Saturday, March 28, 2026

Toy Fair 2026: Playmates Pulls No Punches

Pictures & Writing by Mike Stencel
Vids by Mike Lopez 

The World of TMNT

Though playtime may be coming to an end for our turtles in a half shell, Playmates is planning a true grand finale year for the World of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, packed with major mashups and retro-styled figures and vehicles. The celebration is highlighted by two premium crossovers: the debut of TMNT x G.I. Joe and a continuation of the TMNT x Godzilla line, which are both designed to leave longtime Turtle collectors completely shell-shocked.

Friday, March 27, 2026

Oscar and the Wolf Unveils on “Losing My Religion”

Oscar and the Wolf
Today, following more than 20 million views with viral videos, Max Colombie, better known as Oscar and the Wolf, releases a stripped-back ballad reinterpretation of “Losing My Religion” by R.E.M. here. Oscar and the Wolf, the Belgian genre-defying icon behind the achingly tender “Breathing” and “Strange Entity” as well as the euphoric, sweat-slick anthems “You’re Mine” and “Warrior”, anthem chosen by the Belgian national soccer team in the 2022 World Cup, has long mastered the art of turning vulnerability into a full-body experience.

The Hunt Has Just Begun with 13 DEMONS DEAD

IDW 13 Demons Dead
This teenage girl has just one year to defeat thirteen invisible demons… without flunking out of high school!​ 13 Demons Dead is a graphic novel from video game writer/director Adam Tierney (River City Girls, Aliens, Silent Hill, Batman) and Italian comic artist Saspy (Hadez, MASK'D, Fashion Monster), releasing on August 4, 2026, via IDW Publishing. 13 Demons Dead is a high-octane, black-and-white, manga-inspired graphic novel featuring a regular teen armed with nothing but courage, grit, and a growing supernatural legacy requiring her to hunt creatures older than civilization while also dealing with family, homework, bullies, secrets, and the realization that she may be humanity’s last line of spiritual defense.

Luke McGarry's WEIRD HILL TO DIE ON Launches on Zoop

Luke McGarry's WEIRD HILL TO DIE ON
Launching today at 12 noon PST on the Zoop crowdfunding platform is Weird Hill to Die On by Cartoonist, Musician, Artist Luke McGarry.

McGarry has made his name by working on projects for such big name publications as The New Yorker, Mad, Playboy, as well as providing art for music related clients such as Jack Black’s Tenacious D, Coachella, Universal Music Group, and many others. He is an award winning member of the National Cartoonist Society, and one half of the band Pop Noir.

For the past decade, Luke McGarry’s hilarious and irreverent comics have routinely gone viral. Now, for the first time ever, “Weird Hill to Die On” collects Luke’s work in one place outside of his hugely popular Instagram account.

Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Takes Over the Wave World Today

Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection
The iconic Blue Bomber returns as Mega Man Star Force™ Legacy Collection launches today, bringing back the beloved RPG series from 2006 to consoles and PC. Blast through the collection’s three titles with each of the seven games from the Mega Man Star Force series, including:

  • Mega Man Star Force™ Pegasus
  • Mega Man Star Force™ Leo
  • Mega Man Star Force™ Dragon
  • Mega Man Star Force™ 2 Zerker x Ninja
  • Mega Man Star Force™ 2 Zerker x Saurian
  • Mega Man Star Force™ 3 Black Ace
  • Mega Man Star Force™ 3 Red Joker

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge

Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge
What if the story of human progress isn’t a steady climb upward, but a repeating cycle of discovery, loss, and rediscovery? After years of studying historical records from ancient civilizations to modern societies, engineer and global innovator Jack R. Bialik began noticing a troubling pattern: humanity repeatedly forgets knowledge it once considered essential. In Lost in Time, Bialik explores why civilizations keep losing what they once knew — and what that pattern may mean for the future.

“With our reliance on digital systems and complex global networks, we may be closer than ever to our own 'forgotten age,’" Bialik said. “This book is really a wake-up call for people to think about ways of preserving our information so it’s recoverable in the future.”

Monstrous Terrors Await at THE END OF OAK STREET

THE END OF OAK STREET
After a mysterious cosmic event rips Oak Street from suburbia and transports their neighborhood to someplace unknown, the Platt family soon discovers that their very survival depends on them sticking together as they navigate their now unrecognizable surroundings.

Starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, THE END OF OAK STREET also stars Maisy Stella and Christian Convery. The film is written and directed by David Robert Mitchell and produced by J.J. Abrams, Hannah Minghella, Jon Cohen, David Robert Mitchell, Matt Jackson and Tommy Harper. The executive producers are Chris Bender, Jake Weiner, Joanne Lee and Leeann Stonebreaker.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Slime Licker Season…Every Season!

Easter Slime Licker
A Slime Licker® perfectly created for every occasion? SAY LESS! Candy Dynamics is proud to announce the release of three new Slime Licker varieties perfectly catered to growing confectionery seasons: Easter, 4th of July/Summer, and Christmas. These unique sour treats, extensions of the Toxic Waste® brand, ensure a perfectly curated selection of treats for each holiday.


Easter Slime Lickers® from the Toxic Waste® brand

Following the viral Slime Licker movement on social media platforms, specifically TikTok, these new items feed the needs of the growing Gen Z consumer base. According to the State of Treating report from the National Confectioner's Association, nearly 48% of Gen Z consumers found new items through TikTok. While discovery is happening on social media, consumers continue to over-index in-store purchases. Similarly, seasonal sales disproportionately happen in stores opposed to online, making a unique seasonal product range a requirement for retailers.

THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT Friday on Shudder

THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT final poster art
Shudder, the leading curatorial voice and cultural destination for genre entertainment, along with Epic Pictures and Dread, are proud to announce the Shudder streaming release of THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT on March 27th. Based on the best-selling horror video game from creator Brian Clarke and named one of IndieWire's "buzziest new nightmares" in 2026, THE MORTUARY ASSISTANT is directed by Jeremiah Kipp (Slapface) and stars Willa Holland (Arrow) and Paul Sparks (Boardwalk Empire).

TOKYOPOP Announces 15 New Titles for Q2 Spring

I Picked Up a No-Good, Useless Prince
Publisher TOKYOPOP heads into Spring with a preview of a wide array of upcoming new manga launches set for the Second Quarter of 2026. April’s titles open with the video game inspired action of HONKAI IMPACT 3RD: SECOND ERUPTION; the royal intrigue and romance of THE TALE OF LUVELIA KINGDOM; an unconventional coming-of-age BL one-shot, A NIGHTINGALE AWAITS THE BLOOMING LOVE OF SPRING; the shoujo nail art magical fantasy, APPRENTICE NAIL ARTIST IN A FOREIGN LAND; the spicy BL one-shot, I WANT TO SEE ME IN YOUR EYES; the modelling romance of WAITING FOR YOU AT THE END OF THE RUNWAY; and the series launch of the award-winning BL series, BRIDE OF IGNAT. Also, catch an omnibus edition of A GENTLE NOBLE'S VACATION RECOMMENDATION.

The Amazing World of Gumball: The Complete Series

The Amazing World of Gumball The Complete Series
Fans can experience every adventure when The Amazing World of Gumball: The Complete Series arrives on DVD on May 5, 2026. For the first time, relive every hilarious misadventure, unforgettable song, and beloved character from the animated series – all in one complete collection. Pre-order your copy today!

Join Gumball, Darwin, and the rest of the quirky residents of Elmore as they navigate school, life, and the most absurd situations imaginable. From trips to Joyful Burger to classroom antics to surreal adventures, every episode delivers the show’s signature mix of unique animation styles, fast-paced comedy, and inventive storytelling.

Monday, March 23, 2026

35th Anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights

Jack & Oddfellow Halloween Horror Nights
This fall, Universal Orlando Resort marks a major milestone as Halloween Horror Nights, the World’s Premier Halloween Event, returns for its 35th anniversary, celebrating a legacy of horror and unleashing terrifying, immersive experiences that continue to redefine Halloween entertainment.

Regular Show: The Lost Tapes

Cartoon Network announced today the return of one of its most celebrated animated comedy series, Regular Show. Premiering with a special half-hour episode on May 11 across Cartoon Network’s global channels, Regular Show: The Lost Tapes uncovers all-new chaotic escapades of Mordecai and Rigby.

Created by Executive Producer JG Quintel and produced by Cartoon Network Studios, Regular Show: The Lost Tapes centers on Mordecai and Rigby – best friends who work and live at a local park. Somehow, their mundane jobs always descend into surreal chaos, much to the annoyance of their boss and coworkers. From crashing a friend’s luau to searching for the sweetest spot to take a nap, avoiding work quickly spirals into thwarting surreal disasters…in the most hilarious and entertaining of ways.

DICK TRACY #16 Launches a Brutal New Arc

Mad Cave Studios DICK TRACY #16
Mad Cave Studios kicks off a pivotal new story arc with DICK TRACY #16 that will turn the screws tighter than ever, pushing the iconic detective into a battle that cuts deeper than any other case he’s faced before!

From acclaimed series writers Alex Segura and Michael Moreci, joined by artist Geraldo Borges (Green Lantern Corps), colorist Mark Englert (Capes), and letterer Patrick Brosseau, with a variant cover by Mahmud Asrar (X-Men, Conan), this next chapter marks a true turning point in the series, one where long-buried threads resurface, alliances shift, and the one thing Tracy has always relied on may no longer hold.

Genndy Tartakovsky's Primal: The Complete Third Season

Genndy Tartakovsky's Primal The Complete Third Season
Prepare to journey back into a savage prehistoric world when Warner Bros. releases Genndy Tartakovsky's Primal: The Complete Third Season on Blu-ray™ and DVD June 30, 2026. From visionary creator Genndy Tartakovsky, the critically acclaimed animated series continues its gripping story with an intense new chapter filled with danger, survival, and emotional stakes. Pre-order your copy today!

The third season of “Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal” opens with a shocking twist that resurrects Spear in a new form—stripped of memory and humanity—and forces him to roam a brutal, untamed world as a shadow of his former self. As Spear battles savage landscapes and deadly foes, faint echoes of his past begin to stir, leading him toward an emotional and explosive reunion that will test the limits of survival.