Games

It’s no secret that the Nintendo Switch era is quickly coming to a close. Since releasing in 2017, the system has been a huge success for Nintendo, as well as The Pokemon Company. Over the last seven years, the system has played host to critically and commercially successful Pokemon games, including Pokemon Legends: Arceus and New Pokemon Snap. However, there have been plenty of controversies that have surrounded the games, from the National Dex discussions that surrounded Pokemon Sword and Shield, to the performance issues of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It’s looking like Pokemon Legends: Z-A will be the last Pokemon game on Switch, and it could be an opportunity to close things out on a strong note.

In a fresh and innovative reboot, Transformers One resets the storyline of the Transformers franchise anew, offering a revised account of Optimus Prime’s origins that even long-time fans may find surprising. Over the years, Optimus Prime has been a constant and cherished figure in the Transformers universe across movies, TV shows, video games, toys, and more, serving as the central hero and the leader of the Autobots. His unwavering commitment to battling Megatron to safeguard Cybertron, and later Earth, is a tale that has been told for decades in various media forms.

In the debut episode, The Penguin presents its main characters, and one of the standout performers is Cristin Milioti as Sofia Falcone. Upon her arrival back from Arkham after an absence, Sofia stirs up both Oz and the family, causing quite a stir. It’s soon revealed that this version of the character shares a significant connection with the comics, most notably Batman: The Long Halloween – a timeless classic. To bring you up to speed, we’ll explore Sofia’s comic roots, how she earned her ominous “Hangman” moniker, and how it all links back to the show.

In recent times, Netflix has shared some major updates about “One Piece,” leaving Grand Line enthusiasts excited with the latest tidbits from Geeked Week. Not only have they unveiled Joe Manganiello as Crocodile and Lera Abova as Nico Robin, but they’ve also given a sneak peek at Tony Tony Chopper’s possible appearance. Earlier this year, Charithra Chandran was confirmed to play Princess Vivi. However, a recent backstage video has sparked curiosity among fans who think there might be a change in the character portraying King Cobra’s daughter.

Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid initially made its debut on television screens a few years ago, but now, the beloved anime series is making a comeback with a fresh movie. The manga, created by Coolkyousinnjya, was first published in Futabasha’s Monthly Action magazine in 2013 (and later Manga Action magazine this year), and it has been a massive success since then. Over the years, the series has produced several spin-offs and ran two complete seasons of a TV anime that concluded in 2021. Now, after a long hiatus, Kyoto Animation is reviving the franchise once again.

One thing that consistently captivates comic book enthusiasts is series centered around angsty teenagers. While superteams like the Avengers, X-Men, and Fantastic Four may dominate the spotlight, it’s the teams featuring young characters with unique abilities that fans can’t seem to let go of. These “attitude-filled teens” have a special allure, particularly when they’re navigating their powers. Titles such as Young Avengers and New Warriors are rarely absent from Marvel’s publishing lineup for long, demonstrating their enduring appeal. With the upcoming series, New Champions, it’s a great moment to revisit the heroes who paved the way for this new team.