Vertigo published a huge range of comics, covering genres like science fiction, fantasy, and horror. The imprint became known for its high quality, and many of its titles are considered critically acclaimed. Here are ten of the very best Vertigo comics – excluding its superhero books like *Animal Man*, *Doom Patrol*, *Swamp Thing*, and *Shade the Changing Man* – that truly made an impact on the comic book world.
The next chapter of the Pokémon anime, *Pokémon: Rising Again*, will premiere in Japan on October 31st. Following the pattern of the anime, the story will feature Liko and Roy visiting a location from the Pokémon video games. They’ll be attending Blueberry Academy, a school originally seen in the *Pokémon: Scarlet and Violet* games. According to the official Pokémon social media, this new arc will focus on Liko, Roy, Uruto, and Dot training as Pokémon trainers at the academy. A new trailer and poster have been released to promote *Rising Again*.
Okay, let’s talk about *The Long Walk*. I’ve been keeping an eye on its reception, and it’s currently sitting at 89% on Rotten Tomatoes. It actually dipped a little from its initial 96% right before release, but don’t let that fool you. With 237 reviews in, it’s still incredibly well-regarded. In fact, it’s tied with *The Shawshank Redemption* as one of the highest-rated Stephen King adaptations out there – a pretty impressive feat!
Last month, Warner Bros. and TT Games revealed they’re teaming up again to create a brand-new LEGO Batman game, the first in over ten years, called LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. This game isn’t a direct sequel; it’s a fresh take on the Batman story, retelling his origins in a unique way. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will draw inspiration from various Batman films throughout the years, incorporating elements like character appearances, lines of dialogue, key story moments, and the overall visual style.
North American anime fans will be able to see *Chainsaw Man The Movie* in theaters starting October 24th, but it’s already been released in Japan. On its first day, the film sold over 270,000 tickets in Japan, earning about $2.8 million. While this isn’t as high as the opening day numbers for *Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle*, it’s still a solid start. Considering the manga and anime haven’t been as popular as some other major action series, many are curious if MAPPA will continue making *Chainsaw Man* content after the movie.
Science fiction films can evoke nostalgia in different ways – some through their settings, and others through their overall style, themes, and concepts. It’s not always *what* a movie is about, but *how* it reflects the era it was made in. Here are some sci-fi movies that are almost certain to bring back memories of the 1990s for fans of the genre.
The second season of *Dandadan* takes everything that made the first season great – thrilling action and sweet romance – and turns it up a notch. We follow Takakura Ken (Okarun) and Momo Ayase on their wild and strange journey to find Okarun’s missing… well, you know. Every episode was good, but some were truly exceptional. Here’s a ranking of all 12 episodes, based on a variety of factors.
Borderlands 4 introduces a major change to gameplay: movement is now just as crucial as shooting. Gearbox has added new abilities that make getting around the environment a key part of battles. This transforms fights from basic shootouts into dynamic, fast-paced encounters with lots of opportunities to use vertical space and speed to your advantage.
As a lifelong movie fan, I was thrilled to see *The Land Before Time* pop up on Netflix on September 1st! This Don Bluth classic – with Spielberg as an executive producer, which is always a good sign – is a real gem from 1988. It tells the story of Littlefoot, a young Apatosaurus who loses his mother and then bravely sets out to find the legendary Great Valley, a safe haven for his kind. Along the way, he meets some wonderful friends, like Cera, and they all share an incredible adventure. The voice acting is fantastic too, featuring talents like Judith Barsi, Burke Byrnes, and a whole host of other great performers.
After Comedy Central postponed the new episode of *South Park* (Season 27, Episode 5) to September 24th, fans were curious about the reason. According to co-creator Matt Stone, who spoke with The Denver Post, the delay wasn’t due to censorship or any issues with the content. The team simply ran out of time to finish the episode before its original air date, as their production process often comes together quickly.