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An increasing number of highly anticipated films are releasing special promotional popcorn buckets. With “Deadpool & Wolverine” expected to be one of the biggest movies of the year, it’s already amassed merchandise celebrating the iconic duo. Alamo Drafthouse has unveiled a new popcorn bucket that can only be purchased during the sequel’s opening weekend screenings. However, the excitement doesn’t stop there, as the theater chain will also introduce a themed menu dedicated to the characters. The “Deadpool & Wolverine” menu is now available, and the limited-edition popcorn buckets will be sold at showings of the film during its opening weekend starting on July 26th, while supplies last.

After ten years of captivating audiences, “My Hero Academia” by Kohei Horikoshi is preparing to conclude its gripping tale. This year, the creator announced their plans to bring an end to this popular “Shonen Jump” series, and the finish line is in sight. The final chapter will be released at the beginning of August, leaving fans excited yet anxious for the upcoming climax. Horikoshi himself has hinted at the thrilling journey ahead.

During Pokemon Go Fest 2024: Global in early June, some gamers encountered an annoying problem on the event’s first day. To their disappointment, Special Backgrounds for Remote Raids weren’t activated, contrary to Niantic’s initial announcement. Angered players expressed their concerns on social media platforms for several days. Today, Niantic acknowledged this issue via a statement on Twitter and promised an amendment or “make good” for the inconvenience caused. However, we are yet to learn about the specific measures Niantic intends to take to appease affected players.

As a dedicated gamer and huge fan of One Piece, I can’t help but be in awe of its creator, Eiichiro Oda’s unwavering passion for his shonen universe. His devotion is undeniable, with him putting in almost every waking moment to bring the story of the Straw Hat Pirates to life. Alongside regularly releasing manga chapters and serving as an Executive Producer on Netflix’s live-action adaptation, Oda also frequently shares new art from the series. Even a past version of Monkey D. Luffy, which was quite distinct from the current one, has garnered enough attention to receive new merchandise.

The upcoming anime film “My Hero Academia: You’re Next” is nearly here, debuting in Japanese cinemas within a few weeks and coming to North America in October. Similar to its preceding three full-length counterparts, Deku and Class 1-A will confront a lethal menace absent from their regular TV storyline. Although Dark Might isn’t featured in the finale, promotional materials have shown that his ominous doppelganger poses a severe challenge to Class 1-A. In anticipation of its premiere, “My Hero Academia: You’re Next” will join the manga realm with a special edition scheduled for release alongside the upcoming Shonen Jump chapter.

As a huge fan, I’m thrilled to share that Hasbro has some amazing new releases in store for San Diego Comic-Con 2024. Kick-starting the excitement are the Marvel Legends Retro figures of Venom and Professor X, complete with his Shi’ar Armor. These coveted collectibles will be unveiled during Walmart’s SDCC 2024-adjacent Collector Con event starting on July 25th at 7am PT / 10am ET. Prepare yourself for potential sellouts and secure your spot by clicking the links below before launch time.