Month: June 2021

For many players, magic is the main draw to Dungeons & Dragons, but in 5th edition there are a lot more choices than simply becoming a spellcaster. While there may be spellcasting options for most classes meaning almost every character can dabble in the arcane arts, there are three which specialize in magic more heavily than

Following the events of E3 2021, GameStop has released its list of the top ten most pre-ordered games that made their debut. According to a report from GamesIndustry, gaming company GameStop has reported that Nintendo titles are dominating the list, with six of the top ten most-ordered games on the list. Metroid Dread holds first place, followed by The Legend of Zelda:

WARNING: The following contains major spoilers for Venom #35 by Donny Cates, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Ryan Stegman, Kev Walker, Danilo S. Beyruth, Ron Lim, Guiu Vilanova, Gerardo Sandoval, Mark Bagley, JP Mayer, Jay Leisten, Scott Hanna, Victor Nava, John Dell, Frank Martin, Chris O’Halloran, Jim Campbell, Matt Milla, Alex Sinclair, Chris Sotomayor, Richard Isanove and

In 1975, Steven Spielberg’s Jaws became a hit summer blockbuster while simultaneously having its viewers think twice about stepping foot into the ocean. The story about a man-eating great white shark carries a degree of realism that, even today, makes it a suspenseful experience to watch. However, the techniques that brought that suspense to life weren’t planned; they

With one of the most tragic backstories in Naruto, Gaara grew up without a lot of love in his life. Shortly after he was born, he lost his loving mother. In his youth, his lack of control over his immense power and status as a jinchuriki quickly made him an outcast. RELATED: Naruto: 20 Strongest

SPOILER WARNING: This article contains major spoilers for “A Brief Reminiscence In-Between Cataclysmic Events,” the latest episode of Superman & Lois. Tal-Rho has almost everything he’s ever wanted. After all, in the latest episode of Superman & Lois, he finally managed to convince Clark Kent to join his mission to build a new Krypton on

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Jupiter’s Legacy: Requiem #1, by Mark Millar, Tommy Lee Edwards, John Workman and John Paul Leon, on sale now. In Jupiter’s Legacy, as well as the Jupiter’s Circle prequel, it seemed like Walter Sampson’s Brainwave was the deadliest villain around. With Superman-like powers and telepathy, many heroes and villains alike were

Senior Vice President of Walt Disney Games Sean Shoptaw revealed that fans can expect future console games featuring classic Disney characters, such as Mickey Mouse and the Disney Princess line-up. The distinct lack of traditional Disney brands in its upcoming console video games releases came up during an interview with GamesIndustry‘s James Batchelor. “We agree

When the Pokémon series first debuted in 1996, it had no idea that it would be at the height of its popularity decades later with no end in sight for the quirky monster collecting and battling RPG. Pokémon continues to expand in ambitious ways, whether it’s an expansion to anime, live-action films, or any of

Dr. Leonard McCoy forms the third part of Star Trek’s “holy trinity,” along with Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock. He’s also the only one of the three with a nickname: “Bones,” a vague references to his position as a doctor. The J.J. Abrams reboot was very specific about the origins of the nickname, but the original

Of the original six Avengers, Hawkeye and Black Widow were the only members not to have their own films prior to being introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While Black Widow recently received her own movie, Clint Barton is finally getting his time in the spotlight with his own Disney+ series. With Jeremy Renner reprising his role

Over the course of its ten episodes, The Walking Dead: World Beyond Season 1 went a long way in expanding the hit AMC zombie universe based on Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard’s Image Comics series of the same name, fleshing out parts of the world that hadn’t been explored in any other series. World Beyond is set

Anime shows of all different genres depict their main characters in more than one sort of household or family. Some characters live comfortably in a nuclear family, with both parents and all children, while others are orphans who must make it on their own. Other anime characters grow up in or manage single-parent families. RELATED:

Since 1995, Cartoon Network programs (not counting Adult Swim, which is run as a separate network) have been nominated 53 times in the Primetime Emmy animation categories and have won 10 times. This year, however, is going to be the first time since 2002 where not a single Cartoon Network series will be nominated for

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is host to a considerable assortment of world events and side-quests called Mysteries. Some Mysteries are met and cleared by players easily; others remain elusive even to those with an eye for detail. Here are some of the rarest events in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla worth pursuing. The events themselves can vary in

The Maximals are finally making their live-action debut in the upcoming Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. During a press conference for the seventh Transformers film attended by CBR, three Maximals from the ’90s animated series Beast Wars were confirmed. Optimus Primal, the gorilla-themed Maximal leader named after Optimus Prime, will appear alongside his namesake in the new movie. He’ll be

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Loki, Episode 2, “The Variant,” streaming now on Disney+. The Loki series on Disney+ has brought with it seemingly endless fan theories about where the series is headed and the truth about the Time Variance Authority. One of these theories comes from a TikTok, in which two fans discuss exactly where the TVA

Fan-favorite female Autobot Arcee is joining the live-action Transformers film universe. As revealed during a Transformers presentation attended by CBR, the upcoming film — subtitled Rise of the Beasts — will introduce Arcee, along with returning franchise staples such as Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. Additionally, the film will feature Beast Wars icons such as Optimus Primal, the gorilla-themed Maximal leader

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Legends of the Dark Knight #12 by Matthew Rosenberg, Cian Tormey, Matt Hollingsworth and Aditya Bidikar, on sale now.  Gotham has proven to maintain an unusually large population of reformed villains. While some of Batman’s former foes have returned to a life of normalcy, there are others who have tried

By the time he became a student at the Academy, Sasuke was already ahead of his peers. His natural genius, honed skill, and good looks ensured that he was instantly popular with the girls in his class, and this popularity would translate into the fandom. As the difficulties Sasuke had experienced were revealed, fans better understood his

An interview with Ben Affleck’s stuntman as Batman in David Ayer’s Suicide Squad film reveals that there are additional scenes featuring the Dark Knight that could be worked into a possible “Ayer Cut” of the film. #ReleaseTheAyerCut is the latest in a series of fan-driven social media campaigns to get a specific director’s original edit

The next installment of Paramount Pictures’ Transformers franchise has revealed its title and place in the franchise’s timeline. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is directed by Steven Caple Jr. and is a progression in the Transformers timeline, placing it after Bumblebee but before the Michael Bay films. Rise of the Beasts will also take place in 1994 New York

Rumors have been surfacing regarding the potential return of an old franchise that is expected to be announced during next month’s EA Play. There’s plenty of speculation on what game it could be, most of which is centered on Dead Space. This is a beloved series from developer Visceral Games, but it tanked after the developer was taken under EA’s wing. While the return

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for My Hero Academia Season 5, Episode 13, “Have a Merry Christmas!” now streaming on Crunchyroll, Funimation and Hulu. In My Hero Academia, mastering the press is essential for building and maintaining a positive public image for Pro Heroes. Through interviews and public appearances, the public learns to recognize and

Writer Kieron Gillen will examine and explore events surrounding Thanos‘ birth in an upcoming one-shot for his run on Eternals. CBR can exclusively reveal Eternals: Thanos Rise by Kieron Gillen and Dustin Weaver, a one-shot that centers on the Mad Titan and the events surrounding his birth, including an Eternals civil war. RELATED: Thanos’ First Infinity Gauntlet Plan

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Infinite Frontier #1 by Joshua Williamson, Xermanico & Romulo Fajardo Jr, on sale now. The DC Universe has been expanding since the events of Dark Nights: Death Metal shook the foundations of the entire multiverse. However, that means some loose ends and important figures are returning in unlikely ways

Adult Swim has released a new promo for the upcoming Rick and Morty episode “Mortyplicity,” with the family about to partake in some cloning antics. Titled “Mortyplicity,” the second episode of the fifth season is a reference to the 1996 film Multiplicity, in which the main character, played by Michael Keaton, clones himself as a means

WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Batwoman Season 2, Episode 17, “Kane, Kate,” which aired Sunday on The CW. Luke Fox suits up as Batwing in the promo for Batwoman‘s Season 2 finale, “Power.” “I am going to have back-up,” says a cheerful Ryan as Luke dons his Bat-suit for the first time. Meanwhile, Black

The Mad Titan Thanos is one of Marvel’s biggest threats. While Deadpool isn’t the joke he seems to be, he’s certainly not on Thanos’ power level on most days. Despite this glaring power disparity, Deadpool has still managed to kill Thanos on two separate occasions, with a little help from some of the most powerful forces

The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke has voiced some of the restrictions the crew had to face while filming the third season of the hit superhero show — including how safety precautions prevented drinking water on the set. “I find it really difficult,” Kripke told Deadline. “This is definitely not my favorite production experience. It’s no one thing, but it’s