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As a huge movie fan, I’ve seen a lot of amazing comic book villains, and it’s awesome when they come from outside the usual Marvel and DC universes. The truly great ones aren’t just powerful, they’re also captivating – characters you love to hate and who genuinely feel like a threat to our heroes. So, I’ve put together a list of 5 of the coolest, most powerful villains from movies not based on those big two franchises.

Hamster has released Master of Monsters: Disciples of Gaia on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. This strategy game first came out in North America in 1991 for PC, and became well-known on the Sega Genesis. In 1998, SystemSoft released an updated version for the PlayStation 1, called Master of Monsters: Disciples of Gaia, and this is the version that Hamster has now brought to modern consoles.

Starting in early 2025, a Pikachu card from 1998 has begun selling for significantly more money than it used to. Both regular and professionally graded versions of the card are increasing in value, but the professionally graded PSA 10 version has seen the largest price jump, according to PriceCharting. This card, the 1998 Ooyama’s Pikachu promo, was originally available only in Japan as part of a special vending machine series. Uniquely, the card was fully hand-drawn by Pokémon TCG illustrator Kouichi Ooyama and was distributed on a sheet where collectors could peel off individual cards. While always rare, this vintage card has historically been affordable. However, that appears to be changing.

A Reddit user shared a photo of a product box they saw in a store, commenting that it was still surprising to see.

As a longtime fan of crime dramas, I’ve been following Netflix’s The Lincoln Lawyer since it debuted in 2022. For those unfamiliar, it’s based on the popular book series by Michael Connelly – the same source material that gave us the excellent 2011 film with Matthew McConaughey. Over four seasons, the show has really built a loyal fanbase, but unfortunately, it looks like we only have one season left to enjoy. It’s a bit of a blow for those of us who’ve been hooked!

Goblins in classic Dungeons & Dragons are typically weak enemies. However, the goblins in Goblin Slayer, while not as strong as dragons or major monsters, are frightening in large numbers. This is immediately clear in the anime’s first episode, where a group of adventurers underestimate the cave-dwelling goblins. Sadly, for both the characters and the audience, the goblins brutally torture the adventurers before killing them. This opening episode is remarkably dark—one of the most disturbing premieres in anime—and that’s why it stands out.

Platforming games have come a long way, but a few key titles really defined the genre. Some created the foundation for how 2D platformers play, while others revolutionized movement and exploration in 3D. These games also heavily influenced how levels are designed and even sparked the creation of entirely new types of platformers that are still popular today. Whether you realize it or not, many modern games still borrow ideas from these influential classics. These five games didn’t just impact platformers—they helped shape the entire gaming landscape.

The anime Marriagetoxin is based on a popular manga, leading many to believe it would be a success. While the animation studio Bones was known for high-quality work, the series initially struggled to differentiate itself from other visually stunning anime. However, the most recent episode featured a single, unexpectedly powerful scene that truly set it apart. This scene, focusing on Shiori Ureshino – the woman Hikaru Gero is seeking as a wife – was exceptionally well-animated by Bones and perfectly encapsulated the heart of the series.

Fortunately, the recent introduction of John Greenway, played by Lenny James (known from The Walking Dead and Destiny), fills a crucial role. Greenway provides a calming influence to balance Bond’s bolder personality. Despite his calm demeanor, he’s a sharp strategist with a talent for clever tactics, making him an ideal mentor for a more impulsive agent – as long as he’s up to the task.

You can really personalize your character with our detailed character creator, which is a big improvement over the original game. The classic motion tracker is essential for spotting those dangerous Xenomorphs. Plus, there are different classes to choose from, and even a custom class where you can combine abilities – though it takes effort to unlock.