The DC Absolute Universe is facing a lot of shifts with new villains such as Ares, Clayface, and Solomon Grundy on the way, which could affect character power. However, here’s a look at who currently holds the most power.
The success of Avengers: Doomsday is crucial, but a lot also depends on Robert Downey Jr.’s performance as Doctor Doom. Fans were excited to see him back in the Marvel Cinematic Universe after loving his role as Iron Man, but they have high expectations for his new villainous character. The upcoming movie presents a unique challenge – both for the film itself and for Downey Jr., who needs to deliver a performance that satisfies audiences following the epic conclusions of Infinity War and Endgame. Ultimately, it’s about connecting with fans emotionally and ensuring they aren’t disappointed.
Kwalee is showcasing the creativity of indie game development with a diverse range of upcoming titles from various developers. We at ComicBook were among those who previewed three of these games – Vampire: The Masquerade – Eternal Whispers, SPRAWL Zero, and lily’s world XD. Each one demonstrates the creators’ dedication to originality while honoring the source material that inspired them.
Back in 2015, Syfy and the Space Channel launched a sci-fi series that immediately grabbed attention with a surprising twist in its first episode. The show ran for three seasons, diving into intricate stories, fascinating world-building, and well-developed characters. It shared similarities with shows like Lost, Firefly, and Battlestar Galactica, but still felt fresh and original. If you didn’t catch it the first time around, now’s a perfect opportunity to give it a watch!
The Pokémon Company’s announcement that the 2027 North America International Championships (NAIC) would be held in Chicago’s McCormick Place felt like a positive change, not just a standard move. This was particularly noteworthy because the event already felt vibrant and exciting throughout the weekend, and both competitors and fans seemed perfectly happy with the current setup.
Of course, not every movie succeeds, and many released during this busy period have flopped. While films like the sci-fi movie Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die didn’t perform well, earning only $9.3 million despite a $20 million budget, it’s nothing compared to some of this year’s biggest failures. Even though we’re only halfway through 2026, these movies have already made headlines due to the enormous financial losses they’ve incurred.
Marvel and USA Today are bringing back a classic way to enjoy comics! Spider-Man will appear in a new, digital comic called Spider-Man TODAY on USA Today’s PLAY platform. This isn’t your typical comic book – it’s designed to be read vertically on your phone, like scrolling through social media, and will be released in installments over 48 weeks. It’s a great starting point for anyone new to comics, features a fantastic creative team, and revives a beloved format from Marvel’s history.
Many PlayStation fans are familiar with Housemarque, the Finnish game studio. Though they’ve collaborated with PlayStation Studios for years – even going back to the PS3 era as a close partner – they weren’t officially part of the PlayStation family until after their popular game Returnal was released.
What’s more, The Mask hasn’t been consistently revisited like some other long-running franchises—in fact, it largely faded away after the poorly received Son of the Mask in 2005. This makes the possibility of a Mask 2 stand out from the wave of sequels to older films we’re seeing now, because fans never really got a proper follow-up to the original.
These cards quickly became popular with a dedicated following and have been reprinted several times since their original release, even inspiring a movie in 1996. This has increased their value, with some individual cards now selling for over $3,000. Now, a reasonably-conditioned complete set is up for auction at Heritage, offering a rare opportunity to own a complete “Mars Attacks” collection without a huge investment.