Friday, February 28, 2025

VIZ Manga and More for April


April New Releases from VIZ Media spring onto shelves with so much to read, watch and do for everyone!

My Neighbor Totoro: The Official Cookbook

With My Neighbor Totoro: The Official Cookbook, fans can recreate the delectable dishes seen in the movie, including Satsuki’s Homemade Bento, Moving Day Caramels, and Granny’s Ohagi.

This book is perfect for all fans of the classic movie who want to bring a little bit of Studio Ghibli’s magic into their homes and onto their dining tables.

Learn How to Draw 80 Adorable Sea Creatures

KAWAII UNDERWATER WORLD

In Kawaii Underwater World (Rock Point | August 26, 2025 | $21.99), popular Instagram artist Bichi Mao and author of Kawaii Kitties and Kawaii Doggies turns her attention to the adorable and dynamic world of water creatures! Learn how to draw your favorite sea creatures, in and out of the water, doing all sorts of silly and endearing things in a simple drawing style.

New FragPunk Preview Trailer

FragPunk Video Game
NetEase Games, the online games division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES, HKEX: 9999) and Bad Guitar Studio are proud to unveil a brand-new preview trailer for FragPunk, showcasing what players can expect from the game's inaugural season: Wild Dawn. The team also shared a long-term operational roadmap for the game. FragPunk will be launching on March 6th, 2025 on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation®5. Players will receive free bonuses as a welcome reward and can wishlist the game now on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2943650/FragPunk/

Toy Fair 2025: Crayola Holiday Products

Toy Fair 2025 Crayola Color Wonder Bluey Light-Up Stamper
Crayola, the brand that powers imagination through color and creative moments, will reveal its latest toy innovations at the American International Toy Fair on March 1-4, 2025, in New York City (Booth #435). This year's lineup introduces social creativity with a colorful spin, adds new licensed characters to long-time favorite product lines, and evokes nostalgia with the first-ever retired crayon color collection.

"This holiday, Crayola is celebrating our unique color variety, collectability, and customization to inspire everyone to experience creative moments," says Pete Ruggiero, President and Chief Executive Officer of Crayola, LLC. "Imagination has no limits and we are bringing color and creativity to the world one smile at a time. Following the enthusiastic response to our retired crayon color collection, we're thrilled to share even more art-inspired activities with innovative twists."

Monster Hunter Wilds Arrives Today

Monster Hunter Wilds Launch Trailer
Today Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, released the highly anticipated co-op action RPG Monster Hunter Wilds™ on PlayStation®5 with PS5®Pro Enhanced support, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam (starting at MSRP $69.99). Join the Expedition Team as they journey to the Forbidden Lands in search of the mysterious “White Wraith” and unravel the mystery of this unrelenting frontier. Wield 14 iconic weapon types ranging from Great Swords to Gunlances and battle larger than life monsters uniquely adapted to their ever-changing environments. Then gather resources to craft an expansive arsenal of more powerful gear to take on even bigger challenges in your search for answers.

Toy Fair 2025: Exclusive First Look at LBO's YO MONSTA Brand!

LBO Yo Monsta Logo
One thing about the Toy Industry...it pulls hyper-creative minds together to form some legendary mash-ups and collaborations! LBO can be counted as one such meeting of minds, comprised of Kwame' (famous rapper/producer), Steve Forde (GoHero founder and a classic monster kid with award-winning projects with original and world-class licensed brands), Mike Polis (who among other things produced the show Yo Gabba Gabba makes amazing products for Killer Tomatoes, Mars Attacks, and Garbage Pail Kids.), Acori Honzo and LaWanda Shepherd (Artist and figural documentarians steeped in culture - See the D.O.P.E. projects), and Scott Kuenzli (Runs Disburst and offers decades of leading behind the scenes with visionary artists and indie toy companies). Yo Monsta represents all those flavors in one brand and has all the earmarks of a transmedia hit.

Thursday, February 27, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Jazwares Grabs Master License for Tokidoki

Jazwares on Tokidoki
Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, today announced a multi-year collaboration with tokidoki, the internationally adored brand known for its bold, Japanese-inspired designs and charming yet edgy characters. The lifestyle brand is granting Jazwares worldwide licensing rights to produce an imaginative lineup of figures, vehicles, plush, costumes, musical instruments, accessories, pet products, and more, capturing the magic of the tokidoki universe. The first products from the partnership are expected at retail fall 2025. 

First-Look Image of the Upcoming Live-Action Masters of the Universe Film

Masters of the Universe Live Action Film Preview
Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today released a first-look image of Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man/Prince Adam in the upcoming live-action feature film Masters of the Universe, based on the iconic Mattel franchise. Masters of the Universe is currently in production. 

Joining Galitzine, the film stars Camila Mendes (“Teela”), Morena Baccarin (“The Sorceress”), James Purefoy (“King Randor”), Alison Brie (“Evil-Lyn”), Charlotte Riley (“Queen Marlena”), Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson (“Malcolm/Fisto”), Jared Leto (“Skeletor”), Idris Elba (“Duncan/Man-at-Arms”), Sam C. Wilson (“Trap Jaw”), Hafthor Bjornsson (“Goat Man”), Kojo Attah (“Tri-Klops”), Sasheer Zamata (“Suzie”), John Xue Zhang (“Ram-Man”), and Christian Vunipola (“Hussein”). 

Toy Fair 2025: Coolabi Group Supercharges Warriors Cats Licensing Program

Warrior Cats
Coolabi Group has appointed Retail Monster as its North American licensing agent and Bonkers Toys as its Global Master Toy Partner for its publishing and gaming phenomenon, Warrior Cats.

Warrior Cats is a huge publishing success story (77M+ books sold in 38 languages and 15+ years on the New York Times bestseller list) and an unrivalled chart-topper on Roblox over a prolonged period with a massive and rapidly growing following across social media (582M+ Roblox plays, 1.9B+ TikTok views). Building on this success, Coolabi has tapped Retail Monster to develop a turnkey licensing and merchandising program, and Bonkers Toys to activate the franchise across the toy aisle.

Toy Fair 2025: Playmobil Preview

Toy Fair 2025 PLAYMOBIL Racing Wrestler
There's something about a Playmobil set that sparks the imagination, even when it belongs to a fully grown human boy! Let me tell you about the sheer joy blowing out my face as I cracked open and assembled the Scooby-Doo graveyard and haunted mansion. Toys like this remind you that they were made for FUN, far from the politics and rampant negativity that clings to large toy lines like barnacles on a boat. Sadly, Playmobil isn't setting up within NY Toy Fair this year, but some consistent pestering and assurances that they would be sorely missed otherwise have lead to a chunky sneak preview! Let's waste no further time gushing and get right to the eye candy...

Toy Fair 2025: Mattel Welcomes Back DC Comics

Toy Fair 2025 Mattel on DC
Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products today announced a global, multi-year licensing agreement utilizing DC’s entire library of beloved characters and legendary storytelling. Through the partnership, Mattel is awarded the global licensing rights to develop and market a full range of DC-themed action figures, playsets, accessories, role play products, and adult collectibles starting in the second half of 2026. The agreement spans all DC stories and characters including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, The Joker, Harley Quinn, and many more.  

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Survival Horror Nightmare “Total Chaos” Screams onto Steam July 24

Apogee’s Survival Horror Nightmare Total Chaos
Total Chaos, a relentless survival horror experience developed by Trigger Happy Interactive (the New Zealand-based creator of Turbo Overkill) and published by Apogee Entertainment, descends into madness on July 24, 2025 on PC via Steam. For those daring enough, a special VR edition will be included with the base game for an even closer brush with terror.

Awaken to a living nightmare as a wayward Coastguardman, adrift at sea and slipping into a fractured reality. Take refuge on the haunted shores of Fort Oasis, a long-abandoned coal mining community cloaked in mist and decay. Venture ahead with only one guide: a distant, crackling voice on a walkie-talkie. But can it be trusted?

"H2SH" begins in 'Batman' #158


 

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Preview Batman #158, and More!

Take a Look Inside the First Two Chapters of DC’s Upcoming “H2SH” Saga

Batman #158 On Sale at Comic Book Shops and Digital Retailers Wednesday, March 26, 2025

 

Batman #158 cover by Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair (main)

 

Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee’s next installment of their celebrated BATMAN: HUSH comic book saga begins in DC’s Batman #158 on March 26, 2025. Loeb and Lee, with collaborators Scott Williams, Alex Sinclair and Richard Starkings, are keeping their new Batman story (“H2SH”) under tight wraps, but have revealed preview pages from Batman #158 to give fans something to look forward to!

Toy Fair 2025: Playmates Toys Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Re-Ignition

Playmates Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Re-Ignition Auto-Morphin Figures
It’s Morphin Time! Playmates Toys will reveal a wide range of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Re-Ignition action figures, accessories, role-play toys and collectibles for the first time at the North American International Toy Fair in New York (March 1-4).

Hasbro’s POWER RANGERS is one of the longest-running kids live-action series in television history with 30+ years behind it and more than 900 episodes aired to date. POWER RANGERS is a globally iconic franchise, inspiring fans since 1993 with its action-packed adventures, teamwork, and diversity. The POWER RANGERS story follows five ordinary teens chosen to receive abilities that turn them into alien-fighting heroes.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Funko Preview

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We are mere days away from the big show in New York City, where Funko will lay out 5 thousand pops due out in 2 weeks. I KEED i kid. Funko does have a massive booth at NY Toy Fair, as one would have to house Pop figures from 50 different licenses, the latest accessories from Loungefly and the most killer collectibles that make your wallet beg for mercy from MONDO. For die-hard Funko fans' it's enough to make you dizzy, so let's do a little pre-game prep! UK Toy Fair often holds back the BIG reveals for NY, but the Funko booth is no slouch, with Pops from Horror, Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and Universal, the tiniest Bitty Pops and their new habitats (the Bitty Boxes!), MONDO releases from Scott Pilgrim, Halloween, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, X-Men and Masters of the Universe and top tier Loungefly fashions from Marvel, Disney, Pokemon, San Rio & more! Think you're ready? Let's begin!

SPOILER WARNING!! Funko Pops cover Movie and TV, so swim the spoilery waters at your own risk!

Monday, February 24, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Stretch Armstrong Gets a Makeover with Basic Fun

Basic Fun Stretch Armstrong

Basic Fun!, a global designer and marketer of toys and consumer products, announced today a worldwide licensing agreement with Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a leading toy and game company, to manufacture and distribute classic and reimagined products under the iconic STRETCH ARMSTRONG toy brand that originated the first super-stretchy action figure characters almost 50 years ago. Basic Fun!’s first STRETCH ARMSTRONG toys are expected to arrive at retailers worldwide starting in fall 2025.

Friday, February 21, 2025

Skybound & Image Announce New Series Blood & Thunder from Robert Kirkman

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Today Skybound and Image Comics announced the all-new comic book series Blood & Thunder, from the all-star creative team of writer Benito Cereno (Invincible Presents: Atom Eve), artist E.J. Su (Tech Jacket), colorist MSassyK (Gotham Academy), and letterer Rus Wooton (TRANSFORMERS), with original story concept and creative consulting from visionary creator Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead, Void Rivals). The debut issue of the new action epic will arrive in comic book shops on May 7, 2025.  

Set in a far future where Earth has integrated alien species into a new society, Blood & Thunder plays by a whole new set of rules...and a whole load of new crimes to solve. 

Kevin Bacon is Resurrected to Hunt the Damned in THE BONDSMAN

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Today, Prime Video released first-look images from the highly anticipated new series from Blumhouse Television starring Kevin Bacon, The Bondsman. All eight episodes will be available on April 3, 2025, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Smurfs "Higher Love" Music Video

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DESI TRILL releases “Higher Love” (from Paramount Animation’s SMURFS Movie Soundtrack) featuring DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi. “Higher Love” (from the SMURFS Movie Soundtrack) is the first single off the forthcoming Soundtrack.

“I’m excited to be a part of this iconic collaboration. Growing up I remember always watching the Smurfs. It feels like a full circle moment now having children of my own who watch the Smurfs as well, and I get to be a part of the soundtrack. I’m excited to work alongside Cardi B, Natania & Subhi on “Higher Love” for this monumental movie soundtrack. It’s inspiring and looking forward to sharing our music with the world” - DJ Khaled

Toy Fair 2025: Diamond Select on AEW, Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and More

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New York Toy Fair is upon us! After a year off, the world’s biggest non-consumer toy show is back in New York City from March 1st through 4th, and Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant LTD will be there! And while you’re not allowed in, DST will be sharing the new reveals on their social media! Among the hundreds of upcoming products that will be on display, there will be dozens of never-before-seen items, including action figures, Minimates, busts and statues from AEW, Disney, John Wick, Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Star Wars and more! Read on for details about some of the new products, then pre-order these items at your local comic shop, or via diamondselecttoys.com and gentlegiantltd.com!

Toy Fair 2025: Mattel and Hasbro Team for Barbie Play-Doh

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced the launch of a new PLAY-DOH Barbie collection from Hasbro’s new licensing collaboration with Mattel. This unique line includes an assortment of dolls with special fashion-making tools that encourage kids to bring out their inner fashionista and create whatever DOH-ified fashions they can imagine. The PLAY-DOH Barbie line will be sold by Hasbro, launching in Target stores and online in June 2025, and will be available at most retailers in August 2025.

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: TOTYM Debuts Creepy/Cute Monster Plush Line

Toy Fair 2025 TOTYM Wendell the Wendigo Plush
TOTYM, a manufacturer and distributor of plush toys, announced the debut of a new line of plushies inspired by mythology and folklore. The line, which includes “Knox the Grim Reaper” and “Morty the Zombie,” will be appearing at TOTYM’s booth #6938 at the 2025 Toy Fair in New York from March 1 - 4, 2025, at the Jacob K. Javits Center.

Thousands of global buyers, along with all levels of media, will be visiting the annual Q1 Toy Fair to see what is new and exciting in the world of toys. TOTYM is showcasing its unique and fun plushies that are sure to capture the imagination of children and adults alike.

DC Publishing Plans for Summer and Fall of 2025

DC Comics Supergirl variant cover by Stanley Artgerm Lau
Today at ComicsPro, DC revealed the publisher’s continuing plans for DC’s “Summer of Superman” initiative and the start of a new era of Batman with the announcements of Supergirl in May, Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton in June, a new creative team for Action Comics in June, and a new creative team for Batman when the series renumbers back to #1 in September.

DC’s “Summer of Superman” publishing initiative welcomes (back) the Maiden of Might to the publisher’s roster of DC All In titles with the debut of Supergirl, an all-new DC All In series launching on May 14, written and illustrated by celebrated storyteller Sophie Campbell.

Toy Fair 2025: Moose Joins the Amazing Digital Circus

Moose Toys Amazing Digital Circus
Moose Toys, a leading innovator in the toy industry, enters North American International Toy Fair® with a booming portfolio of highly sought-after partner brands, including the first-ever product line for its newest partner, viral Aussie YouTube sensation Amazing Digital Circus. The new Amazing Digital Circus line will be on full display in Moose's North American International Toy Fair® Booth 2265 (March 1-March 4, 2025), alongside highly anticipated extensions of its popular BBC Studios' "Bluey," and MrBeast ranges.

Toy Fair 2025: NICKELODEON Announces AVATAR: SEVEN HAVENS + Last Airbender Anniversary

Avatar Studios Logo
Nickelodeon is continuing the mythology and adventure of the beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender with Avatar: Seven Havens, an all-new series from creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. Set in the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender, the original 26-episode, 2D-animated series centers around a young Earthbender who discovers she’s the new Avatar. The news was announced today by Ramsey Naito, President, Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation.

JEFF THE LAND SHARK Bites Into His First-Ever Solo Comic Series

Marvel Comics JEFF THE LAND SHARK comic series
Hot off his star-making appearance in Marvel Rivals, everyone’s favorite walking fish boy is sharpening his teeth for the launch of his first starring print miniseries! Just announced at ComicsPro, superstar co-creator Kelly Thompson, who took Jeff to Eisner-nominated heights in the hit It’s Jeff Infinity Comic, and acclaimed artist Tokitokoro up the stakes on Jeff’s adventures this June in JEFF THE LAND SHARK! The five-issue limited series see Jeff make a splash all across the Marvel Universe as he teams up with the friends he’s made over the years, outsmarts more than a few rivals, and unleashes all-new abilities!

Toy Fair 2025: Moose Toys on Netflix's ONE PIECE

Moose Toys on Netflix's ONE PIECE
Get ready to set sail! Moose Toys and Netflix are joining forces on a global licensed toy line to bring fans of the epic live-action show, ONE PIECE, exciting new ways to immerse themselves into the world of Luffy and his band of Straw Hat Pirates. Fans can dive into the thrilling adventure with an extensive new line of toys including action figures, playsets, plush, roleplay and collectibles of Captain Monkey D. Luffy, and his pirate crew Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji.

"This ONE PIECE collection with Netflix and Tomorrow Studios represents our first licensing deal with the entertainment giant and a significant next step in the expansion of our portfolio,” said Joe Smith, vice president of global and U.S. marketing, licensed brands, Moose Toys. "In ONE PIECE you have a captain who’s all in on a quest for new adventures, with a trusted crew, which makes for a great analogy to the way that Moose Toys does business with our partners. We cannot wait to embark on this adventure with Netflix and deliver a treasure trove of awesome new toys full of Moose innovation to delight fans of the popular series.”

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Jazwares Signs Global Licensing Agreement With Yo Gabba Gabba!

Yo Gabba Gabba
Jazwares, one of the world’s leading toy companies, today announced a multi-year global licensing agreement to release a robust slate of top-of-the-line toys, costumes, and accessories based on the beloved children’s franchise Yo Gabba Gabba! The agreement was signed with franchise owner Gabbacadabra LLC, co-owned by Yo Gabba Gabba, LLC and WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, and facilitated by creative business development firm Golden Sombrero Licensing, who spearhead licensing partnerships for the Gabba brand.

IDW Extends Toho Partnership for GODZILLA Shared Universe

 

IDW Godzilla

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 has proudly worked with Toho International, Inc. for more than a decade to publish a vast array of acclaimed comic books featuring GODZILLA and the kaiju’s stunning cast of characters. Now, the two companies have extended their partnership through 2029, and this year will see the King of the Monsters rising to even greater heights in the comic book industry. 

Welcome to the Kai-Sei era, an all-new GODZILLA​ connected universe launching with three jaw-dropping titles, each one expertly designed to unleash completely different genres and tones for all kinds of fans. 

Samurai Jack Joins MEZCO One:12

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Step into the world of honor, action, and destiny with Samurai Jack - the latest addition to the One:12 Collective!

The One:12 Collective Samurai Jack is outfitted in his iconic white gi, geta sandals, a removable hat, and a removable blindfold. 5 head portraits with 3 interchangeable hairstyles allow for a multitude of distinct looks and posing possibilities.

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Dynamite Sets the Stage for Harley Quinn Meets Elvira

Harley Quinn Meets Elvira
Dynamite Entertainment, DC, and Queen "B" Productions today announced an incredible crossover set to be the perfect match of two of the most beloved and provocative women in fiction, as the one and only cupid of crime, Harley Quinn, will meet the maven of the macabre, Elvira, in an upcoming comic book series!

This extraordinary collaboration has been championed by all involved—including Elvira herself—resulting in a mashup between two pop culture icons that fans will be sure to adore.

Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season Coming To DVD April 1

Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season

Get your favorite back-to-school outfit ready as school is back in session with the highly anticipated release of Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season on DVD on April 1, from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Follow the lives of the staff we have grown to know and love working at Willard R. Abbott Elementary School, and go down memory lane with all 14 hilarious, wholesome and "educational" episodes from the third season. Pre-order your copy beginning February 18.

Early Access Adrenaline Rush Previews for NOVOCAINE

Novocaine Early Access Screenings
Paramount Pictures announced today a series of national early access screenings for the upcoming film Novocaine. Additionally, in a special collaboration, Paramount has partnered with Fantastic Fest to host the film’s first-ever fan screening event. 

On Saturday, March 8, at 7:00PM local time, over 1,200 theaters across the U.S. and Canada will participate in the “Early Access Adrenaline Rush Preview” of Novocaine in advance of its wide release on March 14. 

Crumbly Action Platformer “The Strongest TOFU”

The Strongest Tofu

The Strongest TOFU, the ultimate condensed soy milk action platformer from developer Zounoashi Games and publisher Phoenixx, is now available on Nintendo Switch.

Monday, February 17, 2025

Fans Abuzz for Image's THE HIVE

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Buzzy new series launch, The Hive—by creators AJ Lieberman (Cowboy Ninja Viking, Term Life, Batman: Gotham Knights) and Mike Henderson (Nailbiter, The Forged, Cable: Love & Chrome)—has readers swarming comic shops to pick up the debut issue, leading to a quick sell out of inventory at the distributor level. Image Comics is fast-tracking the series for reprint this week in order to keep up with escalating demand.

The reprint issue of The Hive #1 will also feature exciting new cover art by Henderson.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Streaming Exclusively on Paramount+ February 18

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Today, Paramount+ announced that Paramount Pictures and SEGA’s SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3, the third feature film installment in the beloved, ever-expanding SONIC THE HEDGEHOG Cinematic Universe, will be available to stream on Paramount+ starting February 18 in the U.S. and Canada.* Fans of the storied video game franchise can catch up on the events leading up to the threequel by checking out the first two films in the trilogy via the service’s SONIC THE HEDGEHOG collection which also features retro animated series following the mischievous blue hero as well as the record-breaking Paramount+ original event series, KNUCKLES. Following the third film’s release, the combined viewership of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG and SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 skyrocketed an impressive 185 percent. Paramount Pictures recently announced that the next installment, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 4, will hit theaters on March 19, 2027.

Saturday, February 15, 2025

Shout! TV Presents: A Marathon of Magic

Shout! TV Presents: A Marathon of Magic
Shout! TV proudly presents a Marathon of Magic, celebrating all things magic with classic TV and movies featuring the mystical arts. Streaming all day February 22, the marathon features classic episodes and specials from Breaking The Magician’s Code, as well as feature films Rough Magic and Magic. During the marathon, viewers will be treated to magical performances from renowned magicians, recorded exclusively for Shout! TV. See the full programming schedule below. 

Friday, February 14, 2025

Storm King Comics PAUSE

Storm King Comics PAUSE
For seemingly no reason, and with no advance warning, the world comes to a stop for everyone except one man, who goes on a mission to uncover the mystery in PAUSE, a new six-issue comics series from John Carpenter’s Tales of Science Fiction, an imprint of Storm King Comics.

Issue No. 1 of John Carpenter’s Tales of Science Fiction — PAUSE will debut exclusively in comic book stores on February 26, 2025, with subsequent issues available monthly through July.

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Super Impulse's World's Smallest Plush

Super Impulse World's Smallest Plush
What is it about reducing things down to pocket-sized that drives kids and adults crazy?? For me and other toy photographers, mini-sizing toys means our action figures have toys of their own,,,which makes for some amusing shots. Five Below's mini food offerings have been a major score in this respect, as toy photographers have no limitations for food and drink on which their subjects may chow down. Arguably, the originators of the down-sizing movement, Super Impulse, must look at their competitors with a "been there done that" attitude, making the task of finding NEW objects to minify more challenging. So...how about plush?

SPIN MASTER Developing Live Action BAKUGAN Feature Film

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Spin Master Corp. (TSX: TOY) (www.spinmaster.com), a leading global children's entertainment company, announced today it is developing a live-action Bakugan® feature film, with Brad Peyton signed on to direct, write, and produce. Peyton and Lindsay Harbert are collaborating with Spin Master Entertainment on the development of the screenplay based on the global franchise. Originally launched in 2007, Bakugan became a global phenomenon anchored by a highly successful and innovative toy line, anime adventure series, robust digital content, and a popular card game.

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Prime Video Debuts Explosive New Trailer for The Wheel of Time Season Three

Prime Video The Wheel of Time Season Three
Today, Prime Video released an exciting new full-length trailer for the upcoming third season of The Wheel of Time, which will premiere globally on March 13, 2025. The Wheel of Time is based on Robert Jordan’s best-selling and epic fantasy book series of the same name, and is co-produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios. 

The action-packed trailer highlights this season’s high-stakes drama and gives a peek into its changing world, where the powerful Aes Sedai, Moiraine Damodred (Rosamund Pike), is tormented by her visions of the future, and Rand al’Thor (Josha Stradowski) struggles to fulfill his destiny as the Dragon Reborn - will he choose the Light or let the Darkness consume him?  

TULA LOTAY Cover Revealed for WE’RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US

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Image Comics is pleased to reveal a stunning variant cover by Tula Lotay (Supreme: Blue Rose) for the highly anticipated, upcoming series launch, We’re Taking Everyone Down With Us—by Matthew Rosenberg (4 Kids Walk Into A Bank—currently being adapted for film starring Oscar nominee Liam Neeson) and artist Stefano Landini (Daredevil, Prodigy)—set to hit shelves when both series launch this March.

"Stefano and I have been working on this project together for a few years now and it has been one of the most rewarding books I've ever been involved with," said Rosenberg. "But definitely having an artist like Tula show us her beautiful interpretation of our characters has been one of my favorite moments."

Toy Fair 2025: The Anderson Collection from Master Replicas

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Visionary pioneer Gerry Anderson created a world full of captivating characters, spectacular vehicles and exciting stories that are beloved by generations of fans around the world. Now you can create your own miniature adventures with The Anderson Collection.

Netflix’s SAKAMOTO DAYS Mid-Season Trailer Debut

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Watch an All New Trailer for the Record-Breaking Anime Adaptation of the Hit Manga, Which Has Spent 4 Weeks on Netflix's Global Top 10 List!

As new enemies emerge, the stakes for Taro and his crew have never been higher. Watch SAKAMOTO DAYS every Saturday at 6:30 AM PST only on Netflix. Once the greatest hitman of all, Taro Sakamoto retired in the name of love. But when his past catches up, he must fight to protect his beloved family.

Toy Fair 2025: Master Replicas Star Trek Plans

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Flashing back to the UK Toy Fair coverage of long long ago, we found a fantastic surprise in Master Replicas,  revived and ready for battle with a host of scifi licenses already fleshed out as action figures and model star ships to make all sizes of space-loving brains explode on sight. For some reason, Star Trek doesn't get as much love as they should in the collectibles category, so we were eager to show off MR's line of action figures! 

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

The Penultimate Issue of ULTRAMEGA by James Harren

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Today Skybound and Image Comics unveiled a first look at interior pages and variant covers from Ultramega #8, the penultimate chapter of the Eisner Award-nominated series. From creator, writer, and artist James Harren (BPRD, Rumble) and colorist Dave Stewart (Hellboy, Universal Monsters: Creature from the Black Lagoon Lives!), the all-new issue will be available at comic book shops on March 5, 2025. 

The series was recently extended one issue for an epic conclusion in the upcoming issue #9. 

To face the darkness ahead, Noah must train with the Ultramega masters and awaken his every instinct in order to wield their ancient techniques. Meanwhile, the Queen and the Kid unleash carnage on Earth. 

Mondo’s MOTU – Evil-Lyn 1/6 Scale Figure Timed Edition Available NOW

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Mondo, in collaboration with Mattel, recently announced a brand-new line and figure, the Masters of the Universe: Evil-Lyn 1/6 Scale Figure - Timed Edition, is now available for purchase until Friday, 2/21 at 10 AM PT/12 PM CT/1 PM ET.

Drawing inspiration from the original Masters of the Universe toy line to 200x and beyond, our definitive version of the Evil Warrior Goddess is packed with premium details including a fabric cape and skirt, plus faux fur shoulder and boot toppers. 

HEROES OF MOUNT DRAGON Launching on PC in June /Nintendo Switch in September

Heroes of Mount Dragon Annoucement Trailer
Indie studio RuniQ today announced its co-op side-scrolling brawler, Heroes of Mount Dragon, is launching this June on PC and on Nintendo Switch in September, with the first playable demo now available on Steam as part of this week’s Steam Couch Co-Op Festival.

Heroes of Mount Dragon is a nostalgic blend of fantasy and colorful Saturday morning cartoons with hand-drawn 2D realms and textures seamlessly integrated into a vibrant 3D environment. Players can experience thrilling side-scrolling action in this fast-paced brawler, selecting from an array of dragon-morphing heroes and battles alongside or against friends, both locally or online. These heroes unleash unique powerful abilities, utilize strategic power-ups and even sabotage opponents with mischievous curses!

Monday, February 10, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Neopets Bounding Into The New Year

Neopets
Neopets (https://www.neopets.com) is embracing its roots and 2024 has been pivotal for the gaming brand, with daily active users (DAU) reaching new peak at nearly 250,000 and monthly active users (MAU) surpassing 400,000, reflecting a 3X growth since the company has become a small independent studio and the highest in the past decade. While these milestones are early signs of renewed connection with fans, Neopets sees this as the beginning of its community-driven journey to revive one of the most iconic gaming titles in history.