5 Great Marvel Sidekicks That No One Ever Remembers

It’s frustrating that so many great sidekicks get overlooked. Take Bob, Agent of Hydra, for example – fans really liked him, but he hasn’t been a major character in ages. Or Alpha, Spider-Man’s former partner who seemed poised to become his sidekick like Robin is to Batman. It’s not just that there aren’t many sidekicks, it’s that Marvel has let so many potentially great ones fade into obscurity. If you’re interested in learning about these forgotten heroes and giving them some recognition, keep reading!

Game of Thrones’ Mad King Prequel Reveals Release Date

HBO is developing several new projects set in the world of Game of Thrones. One is an animated series by Gennedy Tartakovsky (known for Samurai Jack, Primal, and Clone Wars) focusing on Lor Corlys Velaryon, the pirate lord nicknamed “the Sea Snake.” They’ve also announced a movie about Aegon the Conqueror, and surprisingly, a large-scale stage play based on Game of Thrones will be debuting in the UK.

50% Off All PS Store Purchases with New Cash App Offer

This is a limited-time offer, valid until April 30, 2026, where you can save up to $50. According to a screenshot shared by Wario64, you need to access the PlayStation Store through the Cash App to receive the discount and then pay with Cash App.

Miles Morales and Superman Team Up in Spider-Man/Superman Crossover First Look (Exclusive)

The first issue of Spider-Man/Superman is coming soon, and it boasts an incredible team of writers and artists, including Brad Beltzer, Pepe Larraz, Geoff Johns, Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman, and Brian Michael Bendis. Bendis recently returned to Marvel, and we now have a preview of his story, “The One Thing…,” illustrated by Sara Pichelli. You can see a page from the story below.

2 PSP Games Set to Return on Modern Platforms With New Remake

NIS America announced this week that they’re releasing a remastered version of R-Type Tactics I + II Cosmos, the strategy spin-offs from the classic R-Type series. The first game, originally known as R-Type Command in North America, came out on PSP in Japan in 2007 and elsewhere in 2008. Its sequel, R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate, was only available in Japan in 2009. Now, after 17 years, the sequel is finally being released worldwide alongside the original in this new remake.

Every Super Mario Bros. Power-Up in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Ranked by Power

Similar to the first movie, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie features familiar power-ups from the Mario games at just the right times, and even includes a few unexpected ones for fans. However, not all the power-ups are actually helpful, and some are even stronger than they are in the video games. We’ve included images from the movie to showcase each power-up. Be warned: spoilers for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie are ahead!

Hulu’s 2-Part Sci-Fi Masterpiece Is Lost’s Perfect Replacement (Stephen King Says So)

Wow, Season 2 of Paradise just wrapped up, and it’s definitely got people talking – some aren’t thrilled with the direction it took. But as a huge fan, I was really excited to hear Stephen King loves where the show is going! He actually compared it to Lost, which is high praise in my book. That really makes me think the creators are onto something special, and I’m totally on board for whatever happens next.

Invincible VS Team Reveals Some Lore-Accurate Moves for Conquest in Latest Showcase

Conquest is just as relentless and ruthless as he was in the recent season of the show and the comics, though his attacks aren’t quite as devastatingly powerful. Fully committed to the Viltrumite Empire’s goals, he fights without hesitation, even against strong opponents like Nolan, Invincible, and Eve. He’s a flexible fighter, able to quickly and efficiently defeat enemies at both close and long range, and works particularly well alongside other Viltrumites.