Games

Boxers appear as characters in many different types of games, not just fighting games. But often, these boxer characters are limited in their moves compared to other characters. For instance, a boxer in a fighting game might only be able to punch, while a boxer in a role-playing game usually deals straightforward physical damage instead of magical or elemental attacks. This basic, direct fighting style can actually add a surprising level of realism, even in fantastical game worlds.

Good news for Netflix users: The Lego Movie is now available to stream! This critically-acclaimed 2014 animated film was unavailable for a while, but returned to Netflix on March 1st. The movie tells the story of an average Lego worker who’s accidentally believed to be a hero and tasked with saving the universe from an evil villain who wants to freeze everything with glue.

The 1980s play a significant role in these shows—sometimes setting the mood, and other times driving the main plot. Here are 7 recent series that brilliantly capture the feel of the ’80s, ranked from least to most effective.

The DC Universe is full of unusual Green Lanterns protecting wildly different areas of space. These Lanterns are as strange and unique as the sectors they guard, and their powers often reflect that. Some of the most peculiar beings in the entire universe have actually worn a Green Lantern ring – everything from giant, collective minds to decaying bodies.

A rumor spread on Twitter that Pixar was planning a live-action Toy Story remake for 2029, sparking outrage among fans. However, Pixar confirmed the story was false – they never intended to make such a film. The whole thing originated from a fake news post by a parody account.

Initial reports suggest the upcoming Game of Thrones movie will center around Aegon I, also known as Aegon the Conqueror—the founder of the Targaryen dynasty who invaded Westeros and united much of the Seven Kingdoms. Aegon’s story has been a major part of the Game of Thrones universe, and many fans have wanted to see it adapted for the screen. However, a movie wasn’t the format many expected, and some fans are disappointed with this new direction for the franchise.

Jonathan Frakes recently discussed directing the Star Trek episode “300th Night” and his potential future with the franchise in an interview with TrekMovie. He enthusiastically hinted that Captain Riker might reappear in a future Star Trek project. While he’s been directing episodes of the Big Bang Theory spinoff, Stewart Fails to Save the Universe, which he described as related to Star Trek, Frakes made it clear he’s eager to return to the franchise. He stated he’s always optimistic and not ready to stop being involved, and when asked directly if he’d reprise his on-screen role, he responded with a hopeful, “Why not?”

The comic series New X-Men significantly reshaped the X-Men universe, and Emma Frost was a key part of that change. Writer Grant Morrison introduced the concept of “secondary mutations,” starting with Emma. Morrison intended to feature Colossus, but after he was killed off while curing the Legacy Virus, Emma received a new ability: the power to turn her skin into diamond and gain incredible strength. Already a formidable villain, this transformation made the White Queen even more powerful. However, in 2006, she gained a third power that has largely been overlooked.

Now is a great time to officially add Cooler, Frieza’s brother, to the Dragon Ball story. There’s potential for new storylines and tougher challenges for Goku and Vegeta, and Cooler could be a fantastic villain. The movie Dragon Ball Z: The Return of Cooler, released in Japan in 1992, still feels relevant today and proves that this character deserves a modern update.

Originally a celebrated graphic novel released in 2006, V for Vendetta also became a hugely popular film. Starring Natalie Portman, Hugo Weaving, Stephen Rea, and John Hurt, the movie—director James McTeigue’s first—presents a chilling future where a totalitarian government controls the United Kingdom. A mysterious masked figure known as V recruits a young woman, Evey, to help spark a revolution. The film was critically and commercially successful, and it’s gaining renewed attention with a return to theaters this fall and a recent spot in HBO Max’s top 10 streaming titles (according to FlixPatrol).