In 1993, Wizards of the Coast released the modern world’s first trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. A game that blends magic and strategy, Magic: The Gathering paved the way for collectible trading cards that captivate its audiences almost as much as the intricate gameplay. Magic: The Gathering was created by Richard Garfield, a mathematician…
A hero is nothing without a villain. The right villain threatens the hero’s very core, the fabric of their existence, and their principles. The right villain makes even us, the readers, tremble in fear. Throughout Marvel’s history, comic book heroes have battled many villains, but there are those who stand out above the rest. They’re…
In 2001, mangaka Tite Kubo began his legendary masterpiece, Bleach. His work inspired and shaped many other manga and anime that followed and its anime adaptation dominated the 2000s as one of the Shonen Big Three. Declining popularity and Kubo’s health struggles, however, led to the anime’s cancellation in 2012 and an early end to…
For 30 years, McFarlane Toys has made itself a household name among fans and collectors. From superheroes and sports stars to anime and video game characters, they are known for constantly expanding and exploring all aspects of pop culture. And with the exciting announcement of their first line of Marvel action figures, McFarlane Toys is…
Video games have always been a way to escape reality and immerse players in worlds different from our own. The horror genre offers a different kind of thrill – the heart-thumping, adrenaline-filled, edge-of-your-seat kind. From survival horror games to eerie haunted house simulations, we delve into the chilling world of video game horror. The first…
For decades, Dungeons & Dragons has reigned over tabletop role-playing games (RPGs). In 2009, however, a worthy contender emerged from the shadows: Pathfinder. Paizo Publishing developed Pathfinder based on the revised 3rd edition of D&D, keeping what the company loved about D&D and combining it with a unique take on fantasy role-playing games. With its…
“Into every generation, there is a chosen one. One girl in all the world. She alone will wield the strength and skill to stand against the vampires, the demons, and the forces of darkness; to stop the spread of their evil and the swell of their numbers. She is the Slayer.” – The original prophecy…
Board games are great. Movies are great. Board game adaptations of movies? Well… you win some, you lose some. Board games based on popular movies have been around for decades, and while some have long faded from fans’ memories, there are others that continue to enthrall and delight us. Today, we’re looking at five board…
When it comes to the world of comics, one name stands out: Alan Moore. With his unparalleled imagination and knack for storytelling, Moore has contributed tremendously to the medium’s evolution. Through iconic works like Watchmen, V for Vendetta, From Hell, and Lost Girls, Moore pushes the boundaries of what comic books can achieve. Alan Moore is most famous for…
It’s 1998. After three years Japan, the Pokémon phenomenon has finally reached the US. Children are tuning in weekly to the animated TV series following Ash Ketchum and his Pokémon on a quest to become a Pokémon Master. The Red, Blue, and Yellow versions of the Pokémon game are available on Game Boy. The first…
