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2024 saw an array of remarkable heroes captivate moviegoers with their bravery and optimism throughout the year. However, it’s worth noting that the appeal of these heroes often lies in the villains they confront and the harrowing ordeals they inflict upon a main character. This led to viewers experiencing a wide variety of chaos and grotesque scenes. Some of these antagonists embodied relentless cruelty, while others had motives that resonated with the audience, and yet others were a blend of both. Over the course of 2024, viewers not only cheered for their favorite characters but also found themselves rooting against some new ones.

There’s an intriguing similarity between James Gunn’s interpretation of Superman and Zack Snyder’s portrayal of the Last Son of Krypton. The initial trailer for the upcoming Superman movie offers a peek into the universe of James Gunn’s DCU, featuring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel. Interestingly, Gunn has acknowledged several sources of inspiration for his Superman film, with Zack Snyder’s 2013’s “Man of Steel” being one of them.

The Alien series hasn’t always excelled in video game adaptations, with hits like Alien: Isolation balanced by less successful titles such as Aliens: Colonial Marines. Yet, fans are consistently drawn to the universe, be it the vintage CRT monitors or the distinctive sound of the M4A1 Pulse Rifle firing. In this regard, Alien: Rogue Incursion offers a distinct appeal due to its status as the first official VR exploration of the franchise, providing an immersive, close-up encounter with the series’ emblematic elements.

If you’re looking for a truly unique holiday adventure with a bit of horror and Saturday morning cartoons vibes thrown in, hen MegaGhost Volume 1 has the perfect story for you. MegaGhost is written by Gabe Soria (Midnight Arcade, Batman ‘66) and illustrated by Gideon Kendall (Marley’s Ghost, Lester of the Lesser Gods), and Dark Horse Comics will be releasing the anticipated collection of issues #1 through #5 early next year. To celebrate the holidays, Soria and Kendall have discovered a long lost holiday special for MegaGhost, which they’ve recreated in delightful fashion in a story titled the MegaGhost of Christmas, and we’ve got your exclusive first look preview right here! You can check out the special holiday tale in the gallery below, and you can check out the full collection when it hits stores next January.

Fans of Sonic the Hedgehog have been feasting on exciting new releases like Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Knuckles earlier this year, and with Sonic the Hedgehog 4 set to arrive in 2027, there’s also the potential for more adventures through TV shows. As we ponder who could star in such a series, here are some characters that stand out as deserving of the spotlight.

Check out above: Warner Bros.’ WaterTower Music has unveiled composer John Murphy’s rendition of the Superman theme from the film’s initial trailer. This modern electric guitar melody is set upon the powerful and inspiring music from Richard Donner’s original Superman movie by John Williams. Titled “Theme from Superman (Trailer Version),” this snippet of Murphy’s score gradually escalates to a grandiose interpretation of Williams’ iconic, uplifting, and heroic theme song that has been synonymous with the Man of Steel ever since Christopher Reeve made us believe a man could fly in 1978.