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The original Ultimate Universe was groundbreaking, but The Ultimates quickly became the dominant title. This new take on the Avengers was specifically designed for a modern audience. Reflecting the post-9/11 world, writer Mark Millar wasn’t afraid to take risks. Having trained under Grant Morrison, Millar first gained recognition for his work on the bold and unconventional team book The Authority. Known for his edgy humor and thrilling stories, he was a perfect match for artist Bryan Hitch, who had previously contributed to The Authority and helped shape its distinctive style. Together, they delivered spectacular, large-scale action and some of the most daring storytelling of the time.

As expected, the new 2K Showcase, titled “Punked,” highlights the biggest matches of his career. He’ll also participate in Fantasy Warfare, battling iconic WWE Legends – a great chance to finally see him go head-to-head with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin.

I recall a unique battle royale game called Spellbreak that really stood out. Instead of guns, players fought using magic and powerful spells, offering a fresh take on the genre. This, along with other innovative changes, made it one of the most intriguing battle royales available. Although the game was successful, its developer, Proletariat Inc., surprisingly shut it down just three years after its release.

Catherine O’Hara had a remarkable talent for making even small characters memorable, like Texie Garcia in Dick Tracy and Gail in Martin Scorsese’s After Hours. She also consistently stood out in guest appearances on shows such as 30 Rock, Modern Family, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Beyond her iconic roles as Delia Deetz and Kevin McCallister’s mom, what were some of her other greatest performances? Let’s take a look at a few of them.

A recent report details the progress of HBO’s plans for expanding the world of Game of Thrones, including how many potential spinoff shows are currently being worked on. It seems there’s more happening behind the scenes than many people realize, and one project is especially noteworthy: an animated Game of Thrones series is in development, with a well-known animation expert leading the charge.

A recent statement by Jim Lee, President of DC Comics, sheds light on the ongoing discussion about competition in the entertainment world. While famous for his artwork on titles like X-Men, Batman, and Superman, Lee now oversees the company’s direction and recognizes the growing popularity of manga. Despite his clear preference for comics, Lee acknowledged that manga has a significant advantage. He explained that American comics heavily focus on superheroes, limiting their appeal, while manga is more like general literature, enjoyed by a wider audience. Manga covers diverse topics—from cooking to sports—offering a much broader range of stories compared to the superhero-dominated American comic book market.

With this year’s Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel is doing something unusual: bringing Robert Downey Jr. back to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but as a completely new character – Victor von Doom. While there will likely be a story explanation for why the actor who played Iron Man is taking on a new role, it opens the door for other MCU actors to showcase their range and potentially play different characters in the future. Here’s a look at other Marvel characters the original Avengers cast members could convincingly portray, not to say the current actors aren’t well-suited, but that their colleagues could have easily filled those roles as well.

I’ve been so impressed with the family movies we’ve gotten lately – everything from Encanto to Puss in Boots: The Last Wish has been fantastic! But I truly fell in love with Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile last year. It’s a really sweet, charming musical based on the classic children’s book, and it tells the story of Lyle, a shy crocodile who sings and lives in New York City. He becomes friends with a new family and, through music, helps them find happiness and overcome their worries. It’s been available to stream on HBO Max since August, which has been wonderful, but sadly it’s leaving the platform on February 3rd, so if you haven’t seen it yet, you should definitely check it out before it’s gone!

Director Brad Anderson, known for the film Session 9, recently discussed with ComicBook how he crafted the film’s creature, developed the action sequences with swords, explored the relationship between a father and daughter, and charted the character Willa’s path to becoming a hero.

As a longtime gamer, I’ve seen DXRacer everywhere – at esports events, in all my favorite streamers’ setups, you name it! They really were the first big name in gaming chairs, and honestly, they set the standard for a lot of the brands we see today. It’s cool to see how much the market has changed, even if there are a lot of options now. It used to be all about that racing-style look, but now it’s all about comfort and cool features. And their new Martian Series chair? Wow. It’s not just a chair, it’s like they’ve built a spaceship command center for gamers. It’s got all this electric-powered luxury – a huge step up from the gaming chairs of the past!