Friday, September 30, 2016

ComiXology Brings "Comic Book All Stars" Series 2 Collectible Trading Cards to New York Comic Con 2016


ComiXology Announces Comic Book All Stars Collectible Trading Cards: Series 2

Creator Cards Including Alison Bechdel, Neil Gaiman, Grant Morrison, Gail Simone and Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, & Nate Powell of the March Trilogy
Comic Book “Rookie” All Star Cards for Debut Comic Book Writers
Margaret Atwood and Chuck Palahniuk

ComiXology, Amazon’s premier digital comic shopping and reading platform, revealed today its 2016 New York Comic Con exclusive promotional give-away: Series 2 of the “Comic Book All Stars” collectible trading cards. With over 30 creators featured, the collectible cards spotlight a photo or self-portrait by fan-favorite comic book creators like Alison Bechdel (Fun Home), Neil Gaiman (Sandman), Joe Hill (Locke & Key), and Gail Simone (Birds of Prey). Series 2 features the first graphic-novel-specific card, with a tribute to the bestselling March Trilogy written by Congressman John Lewis and Andrew Aydin with art by Nate Powell.

Series 2 also introduces the first ever All Star “Rookie” Cards featuring two creators who recently made their graphic novel debuts: Booker Award-winning novelist Margaret Atwood (Angel Catbird) and #1 New York Times bestselling author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club 2). The 31-card complete set includes fun facts about the creators as well as a redemption code on each Comic Book All Star card redeemable for a free title on comixology.com that has been handpicked by the creator.

“Sequels need to be bigger and bolder than the original so we’ve upped the ante for New York Comic Con,” said comiXology cofounder and CEO David Steinberger. “Series 2 has more cards, including a card showcasing the all-ages comics creative team of Art Baltazar and Franco and a card spotlighting one of my personal favorite graphic novels of all time, March. Whether the cards are self-portraits, like Jim Cheung’s, or throwback photos like Cliff Chiang’s, they celebrate the unbridled creativity of the writers and artists who create comics.”

The Comic Book All Stars Series 2 collectible trading card set features the following cards

Charlie Adlard, artist: The Walking Dead Tyreese Special (Image Comics)
Pénélope Bagieu, writer/artist: Josephine (Editions Delcourt)
Alison Bechdel, writer/artist: Fun Home (Houghton Mifflin)
Natacha Bustos, artist: Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Marvel Comics)
Sophie Campbell, artist: Shadoweyes (Iron Circus)
Cliff Chiang, artist: Paper Girls (Image Comics)
Jim Cheung, artist: Young Avengers (Marvel Comics)
Johnnie Christmas, artist: Angel Catbird (Dark Horse Comics)
Kevin Eastman, writer/artist: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (IDW Publishing)
Neil Gaiman, writer: Sandman (Vertigo Comics)
Agnes Garbowska, artist: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (IDW Publishing)
Larry Hama, writer: G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (IDW Publishing)
Dean Haspiel, writer/artist: Beef With Tomato (Alternative Comics)
Joe Hill, writer: Locke & Key (IDW Publishing)
Jamal Igle, writer/artist: Molly Danger (Action Lab Entertainment)
Phil Jimenez, writer/artist: Superwoman (DC Comics)
Marjorie Liu, writer: Monstress (Image Comics)
Grant Morrison, writer: Happy (Image Comics)
Jimmy Palmiotti, writer: Painkiller Jane (PaperFilms)
Amy Reeder, writer/artist: Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Marvel Comics)
Gabriel Rodriguez, artist: Locke & Key (IDW Publishing)
Marguerite Sauvage, artist: Faith (Valiant)
Gail Simone, writer: Clean Room (Vertigo Comics)
Charles Soule, writer: Letter 44 (Oni Press)
Louise Simonson, writer: Superman: Man of Steel (DC Comics)
Walt Simonson, writer/artist: Ragnarök (IDW Publishing)
Chip Zdarsky, artist: Sex Criminals (Image Comics)
Art Baltazar and Franco Aureliani, writers/artists: Tiny Titans (DC Comics)
Team March, U.S. Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin & artist Nate Powell (Top Shelf/IDW Publishing)

“All Star” Rookies:
Margaret Atwood, writer: Angel Catbird (Dark Horse Comics)
Chuck Palahniuk, writer: Fight Club 2 (Dark Horse Comics)

New York Comic Con takes place at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City from October 6th-9th with comiXology exhibiting in Artist Alley #M3-M4. ComiXology will be hosting two panels this year at the show and during every panel a limited supply of trading cards, as well as Kindle Fire HD devices, will be given out to lucky attendees. The “Comic Book All Stars Series 2” collectible trading cards will also be available at designated times during the convention at the comiXology presence in Artist Alley. The company will be announcing creator signings and card drops via social media and its Tumblr closer to the convention.

Comic Book All Stars Collectible Trading Cards were made popular with Comic Book All Stars Series 1, a set of 26 cards that were given away in July at Comic-Con International in San Diego, California.


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EPIC STORY SHOWCASED IN LATEST FINAL FANTASY XV TRAILER


To coincide with the start of Tokyo Game Show, SQUARE ENIX® revealed a new FINAL FANTASY® XV trailer setting the stage for the game’s epic story. With their homeland invaded, Noctis and friends escape danger and set out on their journey through the land of Eos. The trailer also introduces characters that players will be encountering in the opening chapters of the game.


About FINAL FANTASY XV:
FINAL FANTASY XV is the highly anticipated action roleplaying game (RPG) and 15th mainline entry in the iconic FINAL FANTASY franchise. Set in an enthralling world where fantasy meets reality, players will join Crown Prince Noctis and his comrades on an epic journey of brotherhood, love and despair as they unravel Noctis's destiny and take up arms against the warmongering empire, Niflheim. With a captivating cast of characters, breathtaking visuals, open world exploration and action-packed real time combat, FINAL FANTASY XV is the ultimate FINAL FANTASY experience for fans and newcomers to the series.

FINAL FANTASY XV will be available November 29th, 2016 for Xbox One and the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. This game is rated T (Teen). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

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MAYDAY FLIES INTO ACTION


A thrilling new series that won’t let you down

Critically-acclaimed writer Alex de Campi (NO MERCY, Grindhouse) teams up with artist Tony Parker (Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, This Damned Band) and colorist Blond (Red Hood and the Outlaws, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?) for the Cold War thriller MAYDAY, an all-new series launching this November from Image Comics.

It's 1971, and two young Soviet operatives are sent to California to kill a defector and recover top-secret information. As the mission dissolves into a mess of good sex, bad drugs, and ugly violence, the young Russians face a new problem: they’ll need to rely on each other to escape America, but to survive Russia they’ll have to betray each other.

“MAYDAY is a very fast-paced, violent, 5-issue miniseries with a lot of sex and drug use (hey, they always say "write what you know"). But it's also got that early-1970s thriller thing going,” said de Campi in an interview in Image+. “You can tell a lot about an era by its criminals.”

“It's not the ‘70s that most people envision,” said Parker in the same interview. “Most people picture the late ‘70s and the Disco era. This was a disillusioned, dark, distrusting, dirty, and angry time.”

Blond aptly summarized: “the band is back."

MAYDAY is a Cold-War action-thriller unlike any other. Get ready.

MAYDAY #1 by Tony Parker will hit comic book stores Wednesday, November 2nd.

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SPECIAL BUILDING RECIPES ANNOUNCED AS PREORDER INCENTIVES FOR DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS


The DRAGON QUEST Building Adventure Kicks Off Next Month

SQUARE ENIX® announced that fans who pre-order the Digital Day One Edition of DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS™ through the PlayStation® Store or participating retail stores will receive exclusive in-game items to enhance their block-building adventure.

In addition to the Day One Edition, which includes the Slimy Block Recipe, Springtide Sprinkles Recipe, and Gold Block Recipe, fans who pre-order through the PlayStation®Store will receive:
  • An exclusive block-themed PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system theme
  • A Retro Building Pack with four different recipes: 8-Bit Brick Recipe, Olde Worlde Wall Recipe, Retro Roof Recipe and Time-Honored Turf Recipe
Additionally, those who pre-order through Amazon.com will secure two exclusive in-game items:
  • Knight Abhorrent & Knight Errant Battle Ticket / Mage Blueprint: Using this ticket triggers a battle against a Knight Abhorrent and Knight Errant which, when defeated, rewards players with a blueprint for a Mage statue. 
  • Vis Mager & Dracky Battle Ticket / Warrior Blueprint: Using this ticket triggers a battle against a Vis Mager and Drackies which, when defeated, rewards players with a blueprint for a Warrior statue.
Finally, GameStop and EB Games pre-orders will secure two exclusive in-game items:
  • Green Dragon & Slime Battle Ticket / Hero Blueprint: Using this ticket triggers a battle against a Green Dragon and Slimes which, when defeated, rewards players with a blueprint for a Hero statue.
  • Tearwolf & Ghost Battle Ticket / Martial Artist Blueprint: Using this ticket triggers a battle against a Tearwolf and Ghosts which, when defeated, rewards players with a blueprint for a Martial Artist statue.DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS will arrive on October 11 for the PlayStation®4 Computer Entertainment System and PlayStation®Vita (digital only) at North American retailers and the Square Enix Online Store.
Players can preorder the game now at the Square Enix Online Store: https://store.na.square-enix.com. This title is rated E10+ (Everyone 10+). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

Related Links:
Official Homepage: http://dragonquest-game.com/builders/us/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DragonQuest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dragonquest


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Thursday, September 29, 2016

FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS LAUNCHES ON AMAZON APPSTORE


Square Enix® announced that FINAL FANTASY® BRAVE EXVIUS® is now available for Fire tablets from the Amazon Appstore.

The free-to-play (with in-app purchases) FINAL FANTASY adventure surpassed six million worldwide downloads outside of Japan, thanks in large part to exciting gameplay elements including strategic turn-based gameplay, streamlined battle mechanics and intuitive touch controls. The title’s immersive story features appearances from classic FINAL FANTASY characters, which has proved popular with long-time fans, as well as newcomers to the series.

Players can download the game from the Amazon Appstore starting now.

US Amazon Appstore: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KUHETFY
Canada Amazon Appstore: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01KUHETFY

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MILLAR AND CAPULLO DELIVER REBORN


The comics titans team up for the smash-hit of the season

Mark Millar (HUCK, Kick-Ass, Kingsman: The Secret Service) and Greg Capullo (Batman) join forces for one of the most talked about and highly anticipated series of the year in REBORN, set to launch from Image Comics this October.

A sprawling, science-fiction/fantasy epic, REBORN explores a jaw-dropping world of possibility. Where do you go when you die? Not heaven or hell; somewhere else. Somewhere you have to fight to survive. Somewhere the people from the past are waiting for you—the good and the bad.

REBORN #1 hits stores on Wednesday, October 12th.

A special New York Comic Convention variant of REBORN #1 will also be available for sale at the Image booth (#1444) at the show, Thursday, October 6th - Sunday, October 9th.

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Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Dead Rising with the Return of the Undead Classics


Dead Rising is celebrating its zombie-infested 10th Anniversary with the release of the hilariously terrifying outbreaks that started it all, as Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2 and Dead Rising 2: Off the Record are out now on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 across North America and Europe. The original Dead Rising is also available on Steam as a digital download beginning today. All three titles return to take advantage of the current generation hardware systems, bringing all of the zombie slaying action up to a gory-ous 1080p at 60 fps. Each new version of the game also includes all of the additional previously-released DLC costumes. What a time to be undead!

Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2 and Dead Rising 2: Off the Record on Xbox One and PlayStation 4, as well as a Steam version of the original Dead Rising, are available now as individual download titles for $19.99 / €19.99 / £15.99. In North America, a physical release of Dead Rising is available today on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 and a physical release of Dead Rising 2 will be available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on September 27th.

Dead Rising
The original that started it all! Explore expansive indoor and outdoor areas of the Willamette Mall and use anything to fend off the hordes of enemies, including makeshift weapons like golf clubs, lawnmowers, frying pans, and more. Use Frank's photojournalistic skills to capture the insanity on film; the better the shot, the better the reward will be!

Dead Rising 2
The sequel to the smash hit features new protagonist, motorcycle racer Chuck Greene, as he visits a seedy casino town called Fortune City. The game first introduces weapon combinations like the “Portamower” and “Paddlesaw,” two player co-op, and four player gladiator battles to the Dead Rising series.

Dead Rising 2: Off the Record
Frank West returns and takes center stage in the reimagining of the Fortune City incident from Dead Rising 2. The added Sandbox Mode allows players to freely explore the city and participate in challenges, while Frank’s photo skills and new camera features capture all of the violent and hilarious action.

Dead Rising 4

And for the next new Dead Rising fright fest, Frank West makes his heroic return to Willamette to investigate a new zombie outbreak during the holiday season. Dead Rising 4 comes to Xbox One and Windows 10 on December 6, 2016.

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Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Gears of War 4 Prologue Debuts with Twenty Minutes of New Gameplay Footage


Gears of War has a history of iconic campaign openings, from the prison break in the first Gears of War to Marcus’ nightmare flashback in Gears of War 3, and Gears of War 4 is no different. Gears is excited to share the first gameplay of the epic opening to Gears 4’s campaign known as Prologue. Dropping players straight into the action at the opening of the game, Prologue immerses you in a series of pivotal moments from the Gears of War universe never before seen in a Gears videogame – including Emergence Day and a key battle from the Pendulum Wars.

After a brief introduction by The Coalition’s Studio Head Rod Fergusson and Lead Campaign Designer Matt Searcy, the uncut gameplay of Prologue will have you joining the fight across three decades of Gears history: the COG’s raid on UIR forces to secure the Hammer of Dawn technology at Aspho Fields, Emergence Day at the House of Sovereigns, and the Locust’s siege of Anvil Gate.


You can play Prologue for yourself when Gears of War 4 launches worldwide on October 11 on Xbox One and Windows 10! Fans who pre-order Gears of War 4 from their local retailer, including Microsoft Stores and microsoftstore.com will receive the “Brothers to the End” Elite Gear Pack — featuring unique character skins Old Man Marcus, Zombie Dom, and Tomorrow Anya — plus the entire Xbox 360 Gears of War collection for Xbox One at no additional cost.

In addition, the Gears of War 4 Limited Edition Xbox One S 2TB Bundle is also available, including the Gears of War 4 Ultimate Edition and 4-day early access.

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FAST-PACED MULTIPLAYER MOBA ACTION COMING TO MOBILE WITH FLAME x BLAZE

All-star Development Team Brings 3v3 Action Game to Life

SQUARE ENIX® took the stage at the Tokyo Game Show to reveal an original and competitive MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) action game, FLAME x BLAZE™.

Encapsulating all of the exhilarating aspects of MOBA gameplay, the title enables players to engage in fast-paced and exciting single or multiplayer matches on the go. Taking on the role of an “Agent,” a player can team up with up to two friends in 3-on-3 battles while commanding monsters, leveling up and working with allies to destroy the enemy’s guardian.

Players can choose their own playstyle: enter the fray against fearsome monsters to make them your allies and bolster your base’s defenses, or go head to head against other Agents and assault enemy territory. After a certain amount of time, the guardians come to life and commence a full-out attack against each other. Players must work together to communicate quickly, think strategically and maneuver the battlefield carefully to defeat the opposition.


Additionally, the myriad of customizable equipment and unique character skills brings greater diversity to match different playstyles. Using rewards gained from each victory, players can unlock new characters and upgrade equipment to aid in battle, while climbing the ranks of the Crimson and Blue Flame nations.

This title is produced by Hironori Okayama, who also produced KINGDOM HEARTS Unchained χ, and directed by Yuji Abe (FINAL FANTASY® XIII series), with character designs by Gen Kobayashi (THE WORLD ENDS WITH YOU®).

Open beta for the Japanese version is scheduled to begin in Winter 2016, with the release of the North American version to follow the conclusion of the beta period.
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BODY COUNT RISES FOR KILL OR BE KILLED


The first and second issues sent back for more printings

The hot new crime series KILL OR BE KILLED from bestselling creative team Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips (THE FADE OUT, CRIMINAL, FATALE) continues to fly off the shelves as the body count rises in each issue. Image Comics is thrilled to announce that the first and second issues are again being fast-tracked for third and second printings in order to keep up with increasing customer demand.

“This is overwhelming and a bit nuts,” said Brubaker. “Coming off our biggest hit,The Fade Out, I didn't expect we'd get an even bigger response to Kill Or Be Killed. Really excited to see how many readers and retailers are digging our warped take on the vigilante killer.”

KILL OR BE KILLED follows a young man who is forced to kill bad people and how he struggles to keep his secret as it slowly ruins his life and the lives of his friends and loved ones. Both a thriller and a deconstruction of vigilantism, KILL OR BE KILLED is a departure from Brubaker and Phillips’ noir roots and is unlike anything the creative team has ever done.

KILL OR BE KILLED #1 and #2 remain available for purchase across all digital platforms, including the Image Comics website (imagecomics.com), the official Image Comics iOS app, Comixology’s website (comixology.com), iOS, Android, and Google Play.

KILL OR BE KILLED #1, 3rd printing, KILL OR BE KILLED # 2, 2nd printing, and KILL OR BE KILLED #3 will be available on Wednesday, October 12th. 

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Tuesday, September 27, 2016

ISLAND’S ANCESTOR AVAILABLE IN TRADE PAPERBACK


ISLAND’S ANCESTOR AVAILABLE IN TRADE PAPERBACK
The complete story in graphic novella trade paperback form

Image Comics is pleased to announce that the short sequential story ANCESTOR by Matt Sheean and Malachi Ward, first appearing in ISLAND, will be made available in a standalone graphic novella trade paperback form this October.

In ANCESTOR readers uncover the truth behind The Service and search for answers from the mysterious Patrick Whiteside. Whiteside doesn’t require much: An open mind. Determination. The ability to make sacrifices.

ANCESTOR trade paperback (ISBN 978-1632159236) will hit comic book stores on Wednesday, October 19th. It will also be available in bookstores on Tuesday, October 25th and can also be pre-ordered on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, and Indigo.


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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS DETAILED IN NEW TRAILER

Build for Fun, Build for Adventure and Build to Save the World

Merging the creative worlds of block-building games and the adventures found in RPGs, SQUARE ENIX® today detailed everything that builders will need to know about DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS™ with today’s new trailer.

The “What is DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS?” trailer introduces the basics of building – such as gathering materials and crafting items in order to build anything you can imagine. The trailer also features how players will complete quests to help friendly NPC’s while battling the evil Dragonlord to restore peace to the shattered realm.


The new trailer can be viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/NBQ3V4Geb1Q.

DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS will arrive on October 11 for the PlayStation®4 Computer Entertainment System and PlayStation®Vita (digital only) at North American retailers and the Square Enix Online Store. Fans who pre-order the Digital Day One Edition of DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS through the PlayStation® Store or participating retail stores will receive exclusive in-game items to enhance their block-building adventure.

This title is rated E10+ (Everyone 10+). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

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Official Homepage: http://dragonquest-game.com/builders/us/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DragonQuest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dragonquest

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Monday, September 26, 2016

OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA LOCAL COMIC SHOP DAY HARDCOVER ANNOUNCED


Image Comics is pleased to reveal a special cover of the OUTCAST BY KIRKMAN & AZACETA Book One hardcover in celebration of this year’s Local Comic Shop Day.

The cover will be available to participating comic shop retailers and on shelves on Local Comic Shop Day — Saturday, November 19th. This hardcover features the first twelve issues of the hit comic book series, along with covers and a sketchbook, in one oversized volume. Perfect for long-time readers and fans of the Cinemax TV show.

The regular cover by series artist Azaceta and colorist Elizabeth Breitweiser will be available on Wednesday, November 2nd.

About Local Comic Shop Day:
Local Comic Shop Day® will be held on November 19, 2016 this year.

For 2016, the date has been changed to the Saturday before Small BusinessSaturday. “We polled participating retailers if they preferred to have Local Comic Shop Day® on November 19th or November 26th,” said ComicsPRO President Peter Dolan (Main Street Comics, Middletown NY). “By a margin of 73% to 27%, our retailers wanted to change the date to the earlier Saturday so it would have a distinct identity separate from Small Business Saturday.”

Local Comic Shop Day® is the only Comic Book Industry event created and run by retailers for retailers. “Last year nearly 400 storefronts participated in Local Comic Shop Day®,” said Comics PRO Executive Director Marco Davanzo (Alakazam Comics, Irvine CA). “Each and every one of these retailers has a voice in how we grow the day—that’s why we polled them and will continue to ask their opinions as we go forward.”

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Pre-Cheetah Barbara Ann Minerva to be Featured in WONDER WOMAN #8


Bilquis Evely to Draw Wonder Woman

Fans of Greg Rucka, Nicola Scott and Liam Sharp’s epic Wonder Woman storylines can anticipate an added bonus to the “Year One” storyline by Rucka and Scott, in the form of a one- shot interlude (WONDER WOMAN #8, on sale October 12th, 2016) focusing on Barbara Ann Minerva, aka The Cheetah, written by Rucka with art and cover by Bilquis Evely (SUGAR & SPIKE). In a tale that spotlights Cheetah’s past, young Barbara Ann Minerva is sent on a quest to find answers to the Amazons’ most ancient secrets!

"The ‘interlude' issue arose very organically out of the stories we’ve been telling in both Year One with Nicola Scott, and The Lies, with Liam Sharp,” said Rucka. "The opportunity to focus on Cheetah, on the origins of Barbara Ann Minerva, is one of those decisions that I think is going to add even more to what we’re doing.”

"This story is very thoughtful and human,” said Evely, "and I'm trying to bring this to the pages as well. We visit a lot of different places and archaeological reference points, which means I get to have a lot of fun! I think the readers will never see Barbara Ann in the same way again, after what Greg has been doing here! This is a singular opportunity I couldn’t pass up."

"The fact that we’ve got Bilquis Evely drawing this issue just makes this all the sweeter,” continued Rucka. "I am such a fan, and her work is so consistently wonderful—everything from her characterization to her linework to her laser-sharp storytelling. So when her name came up, I pretty much fell over myself saying yes. One of the greatest joys about working on Wonder Woman has been the privilege of working with such tremendous collaborators, everyone from Laura Martin and Romulo Fajardo Jr to Jodi Wynne to the entire editorial team and, of course, Nic, Liam, and now Bilquis. I’m really hoping people will enjoy this issue as much as we do.”

WONDER WOMAN #8 arrives October 12th, 2016.

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Friday, September 23, 2016

NYCC 2016: Valiant Unveils Action-Packed Panels and Screenings for New York Comic Con 2016!



New York Comic Con 2016 is coming…and it’s going to be Valiant Entertainment’s biggest NYCC yet!

For the first time anywhere, Valiant is proud to reveal its staggering line-up of NYCC 2016 panels and presentations that will be taking over the Javits Center in the heart of New York City fromThursday, October 6th to Sunday, October 9th! Don’t miss a moment as the best-reviewed publisher in comics steps to the fore for a weekend packed with exclusive news announcements – including first word on Valiant’s TOP-SECRET, LIVE-ACTION PROJECT with Bat in the Sun, the producers of the smash-hit YouTube series Super Power Beat Down!

Plus: Valiant is taking over the city that never sleeps with a massive round of breaking news and in-depth discussions about some of the most talked-about series in comics today, includingBLOODSHOT U.S.A., BRITANNIA, DIVINITY III: STALINVERSE, FAITH, GENERATION ZERO,HARBINGER RENEGADES, NINJAK, SAVAGE, X-O MANOWAR, and many more!

Also coming soon: Stay tuned for the first word on a host of NYCC 2016 convention-only exclusives – including the debut of an all-new vinyl figurine and a slate of never-before-seen merchandise benefiting Valiant’s newest charitable partner!

For more information, visit Valiant on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, and ValiantUniverse.com.

For Valiant merchandise and more, visit ValiantStore.com. 


VALIANT: SPOTLIGHT ON FAITH
Thursday, October 6th at 6:45 p.m.
Panel Room 1A05

From worldwide media attention to the best-selling independent superhero debut of 2016, Faith "Zephyr" Herbert has stolen the spotlight around the globe! Now find out what makes Valiant's high-flying heroine tick as writers Jody Houser, Louise Simonson, Rafer Roberts, editor Tom Brennan, Editor-in-Chief Warren Simons, and CEO & CCO Dinesh Shamdasani dig deep to reveal the truth about Faith's secret origin, her breakout solo debut and her future adventures! Get ready to #FlyLikeFaith!

Guests: Jody Houser, Rafer Roberts, Louise Simonson, Tom Brennan, Warren Simons, Dinesh Shamdasani, and Special Guests!


VALIANT: THE FUTURE OF VALIANT AND BEYOND
Friday, October 7th at 1:45 p.m.
Panel Room 1A05

With a record-setting 50 Harvey Award nominations, Valiant Entertainment is the most acclaimed publisher anywhere in comics today. Now, find out what's next for powerhouse series like FAITH,GENERATION ZERO, BRITANNIA, BLOODSHOT U.S.A., HARBINGER RENEGADES, SAVAGE andDIVINITY III: STALINVERSE right here with an all-star cast of Panelists including Lewis LaRosa, Rafer Roberts, Fred Van Lente, Editor-in-Chief Warren Simons and CEO & CCO Dinesh Shamdasani! The future of Valiant starts here!

Guests: Lewis LaRosa, Rafer Roberts, Fred Van Lente, Warren Simons, Dinesh Shamdasani, and Special Guests!


VALIANT x BAT IN THE SUN: TOP-SECRET ANNOUNCEMENT
Saturday, October 8th at 2:45 p.m.
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Valiant Entertainment, the most acclaimed publisher in comics today, and Bat in the Sun Productions, the team behind the YouTube sensation Super Power Beat Down, join forces for a feature-length live-action series! Join directors Aaron & Sean Schoenke, stars Michael Rowe (CW's Arrow/Flash), Jason David Frank (Power Rangers), Derek Theler (Baby Daddy), Valiant's top executives and more for a first look at footage from the top-secret project! Exclusive giveaway and signing to follow!!

Guests: Michael Rowe, Jason David Frank, John Morrison, Derek Theler, Chantelle Barry, Aaron & Sean Schoenke, Josh Johns, Dinesh Shamdasani, and Special Guests!

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New Nintendo 3DS XL System Inspired by Upcoming Pokémon Games Arrives in Stores Oct. 28


Legendary Pokémon From Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon Adorn the Cover

To prepare for the launches of both the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon games on Nov. 18, fans will be able to purchase a New Nintendo 3DS XL system inspired by the games starting on Oct. 28 at the suggested retail price of $199.99. That’s three weeks before the games come out – plenty of time to break the system in before diving into the new Pokémon adventures (sold separately). The limited-edition system sports a slick black color with both of the new Legendary Pokémon, Solgaleo and Lunala, gracing the cover.

When the games launch on Nov. 18, fans can also purchase the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon Dual Pack, which includes both games, as well as two codes that will unlock 100 Poké Balls each. The Dual Pack will be available at select retailers at a suggested retail price of $79.99.“This year marks the 20thanniversary of the beloved Pokémon series and people have never been talking about Pokémon more,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “PlayingPokémon Sunand Pokémon Moon on this new Pokémon system is the best way for fans to show their love for this iconic series.”

Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon introduce players to the latest edition of the Pokémon core series. Taking place in the tropical Alola Region composed of numerous islands, the games include many new features to the series, including a new battle system called Battle Royal, powerful new Z-Moves and the ability to ride several different Pokémon with Poké Ride.

For more information about Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon, visit Here
To pre-order Pokémon Sun, visit Here
To pre-order Pokémon Moon, visit Here.

Remember that Nintendo 3DS features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds.

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Thursday, September 22, 2016

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration Woman Vs. Wild Episode #4: Croft Manor


Woman Vs. Wild returns with an inside look at Croft Manor, part of the all-new Blood Ties story coming to Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration on October 11th. When Lara’s ownership of the manor is contested, she must explore the estate for proof that she’s the rightful heir or lose it for good. This episode of Woman Vs. Wild provides a sneak peek at the Croft family home where Lara will uncover lost secrets and confront her past head-on.


Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is the most comprehensive version of the award-winning game, and will be available for the PlayStation 4 on October 11th worldwide. With the exception of PlayStation VR support, existing Season Pass holders on Xbox One and PC will receive the new content for free. Pre-order Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration today at BuyROTTR.com.

Related Links
Official Homepage: www.TOMBRAIDER.com
Official Twitter: @TOMBRAIDER
Official Facebook page: http://facebook.com/TOMBRAIDER
Official YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/TOMBRAIDER

About TOMB RAIDER
The TOMB RAIDER franchise has sold over 46 million copies worldwide and inspired one of the most successful video game film adaptations in history, grossing over $300 million at the global box office with protagonist Lara Croft becoming a contemporary global icon. The most recent release in the world famous franchise, Rise of the Tomb Raider, released exclusively for Xbox One and Xbox 360 on November 9, 2015 and on PC January 28, 2016. The game has received numerous “Best of” nominations and is one of the highest rated games on next generation systems. All of this has made TOMB RAIDER once again a destination brand for action-adventure.

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Fulfill Sims’ Dreams in the Diverse City of San Myshuno Starting November 1st


Get ready to send Sims to the city this Fall! Electronic Arts Inc. announced that The Sims 4 City Living Expansion Pack is coming to PC and Mac November 1st, 2016.

“City Living will be one of the most immersive packs we’ve ever undertaken, giving players a fresh take on what can happen when these suburban Sims are now living in the city,” said Lyndsay Pearson, Sr. Producer on The Sims. “Over the past two years Maxis has released more than 20 free updates and 13 packs for all our players to enjoy, and prides itself on listening to our fans and constantly providing them with content that empowers them to play with The Sims™4 in fresh, new ways.”

Developed by Maxis, City Living will expand the The Sims™4 with a new world for Sims to explore. Players can discover everything the bustling city of San Myshuno has to offer, from the noisy neighbors and landlords that come only with apartment living, to exotic flavors and new destinations Sims can find just outside their door.

Players can help their Sims work their way up from a starter apartment to a penthouse, while trying one of three new metropolitan-themed careers, including Politician. Visit or live in one of the four unique neighborhoods, join in a series of dynamic street festivals, and rock out at the new Karaoke bar. Not to mention, Sims can also enjoy new activities at home or out on the town, ranging from playing with a new video game console, to mural painting, basketball, and more!

The Sims™4 City Living Expansion Pack is rated T for Teen by the ESRB and is available for pre-order for $39.99 on PC and Mac via TheSims.com. For more information about The Sims 4, follow @TheSims on Twitter, Like The Sims on Facebook, and visit The Sims homepage.

*REQUIRES THE SIMS™ 4 GAME (SOLD SEPARATELY) AND ALL GAME UPDATES TO PLAY.

About The Sims

The Sims is a world-renowned interactive entertainment phenomenon that has entertained hundreds of millions of people across the globe for more than 15 years. The Sims empowers players to play with life by creating virtual people, customizing their worlds and ruling their lives. The Sims has one of the most active player communities in the world with more than 20 million fans across social channels. Within The Sims 4, players have been creating and sharing content that has been downloaded 80 million times in the past year. The Sims embraces life in all of its dimensions, continually adding new ways to play through gameplay innovations, collaboration with top brands and artists, and exploring new gaming platforms. For more information about The Sims, visit www.TheSims.com.

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Wednesday, September 21, 2016

World Premiere: “Gears of War 4” Launch Trailer



The countdown to October 11th has officially begun as Gears of War 4’s Launch Trailer was released. Featuring never-before-seen action…and a few surprises.

25 years ago, Marcus Fenix and Delta Squad made Sera safe for tomorrow’s generation. His son JD has lived with that peace, until now. A new threat called the Swarm has emerged and now JD, along with his friends Del and Kait, must fight together and survive the night. Narrated by John DiMaggio, the voice of Marcus Fenix, the new trailer features high-intensity action orchestrated by a cover of Metallica’s “Nothing Else Matters,” as performed by Lissie. 


With the October 11 launch date just a few short weeks away (or on October 7 with early access for Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition owners) Gears of War 4 encourages players to ‘Never Fight Alone’ by teaming up with a friend through cross-platform co-op gameplay on Xbox One and Windows 10 platforms. As Gears of War 4 is anXbox Play Anywhere title, you’ll be able to play across both Xbox One and Windows 10 PC, as all game progress, Gamerscore, and Achievements are saved on and accessible through Xbox Live.

For more on Gears of War 4, stay tuned to Xbox Wire and GearsofWar.com.

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New Madden Ultimate Team Action Figure Series in stores now!



MCFARLANE TOYS HUDDLES UP WITH EA SPORTS TO GIVE GAMERS A NEW WAY TO ENJOY MADDEN ULTIMATE TEAM INEA SPORTS MADDEN NFL 17

With the 2016 NFL season upon us, EA Sports Madden Ultimate Team by McFarlane Toys debut series has started to hit major retailers.

In stores now, EA Sports Madden NFL 17 Ultimate Team Series 1 figure line-up consists of:
Each figure comes with a Madden NFL 17 redemption code* to redeem in-game for 7 Pro Packs (a $10.50 value) to ignite your squad for the new season and features new collector box packaging. The seven-inch McFarlane Toys figures are extremely detailed and sculpted in an iconic game action pose as fans of the McFarlane Toys brand are accustomed to seeing. MSRP $24.99.

Collectors’ will be excited to hear that two exclusive alternate version figures with game specific commemorative bases will be released through specialty and hobby stores in this series.
  • Tom Brady figure variant (white jersey) depicts week 12 of the 2015 season. The Patriots met the Broncos in what proved to be a thrilling match-up. Tom Brady threw 3 touchdowns against the league’s best defense in an overtime showdown. Commemorative stylized base includes the team names, Patriots vs Broncos and game date, November 29, 2015.
  • Todd Gurley variant figure debuts his team’s NFL Color Rush uniform in which Gurley helped lead his team to a 31-28 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Comes with commemorative base with team names, Buccaneers vs Rams, and game date, December 17, 2015.For over two decades EA SPORTS Madden NFL has been one of the standard bearers for not only sports, but video games in general. Madden Ultimate Team has become one of fastest growing modes in the game, allowing players to become the General Manager of their very own franchise, constructing a dream team comprised of current NFL stars and legends of the past, through earning and opening Pro Packs.
“Because you get some of these unlockables, the fun part is that the toys are more than just display,” said Todd McFarlane, Owner and CEO of McFarlane Toys. “With the video game and now the figures, you’ve got that Madden style 24/7, even if your console switch is turned off.”

EA Sports Madden Ultimate Team by McFarlane Toys is available nationwide at Target, GameStop, Toys “R” Us, Amazon and specialty retailers.

**SINGLE-USE CODE EXPIRES AUGUST 21, 2017 AT 11:59 EST. INTERNET CONNECTION, EA ACCOUNT, REGISTRATION WITH MUST REWARDS LOYALTY PROGRAM, UPDATED CONTACT INFORMATION, CONSENT TO RECEIVE EMAIL MARKETING AND MADDEN NFL 17 ON APPLICABLE PLATFORM (SOLD SEPARATELY) REQUIRED. MUST BE 13+ TO REGISTER. VALUE CALCULATED BASED ON MADDEN ULTIMATE TEAM PRO PACK PRICE OF $1.50 USD AS OF AUGUST 23, 2016.

For more information about the Madden Ultimate Team figures, including future series lineups, fans are encouraged to check out www.mcfarlane.com as well as the McFarlane social media channels for updates and news.

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ECLIPSE UNVEILS ART CONTEST


A chance to see your art printed in an
Image Comics/Top Cow book


Image/Top Cow is giving you the chance to see your artwork appear in an upcoming issue of ECLIPSE, the new sci-fi thriller from up-and-coming writer Zack Kaplan and artist Giovanni Timpano.

Participants may submit an original image inspired by the world of ECLIPSE, and the lucky winning artist will have their artwork appear in the pages of ECLIPSE #4. One grand prize winner will receive the artwork featured and published in Issue #4, as well as receive a complete set of ECLIPSE #1-4 signed by writer Zack Kaplan and a $100 Amazon gift card.

Original art may include:
  • Your vision of characters from the story
  • A scene or environments from the world
  • New technology, architecture, clothing or other adaptations designed to help people survive this harsh new world
  • Anything inspired by the world of ECLIPSE
"Eclipse is my comic book debut, and since Top Cow has always been a publisher that gives new talent a chance, I wanted to find a way to help give an aspiring artist an opportunity to be showcased,” said Kaplan. “I’m excited to see how ECLIPSE fans interpret this world and to discover one lucky fan's vision that we can share with the world."

For full details and contest rules, pick up ECLIPSE #1, on sale now, or visit zackkaps.com to find out how to enter. The contest runs now through November 15, 2016. The winner will be announced upon ECLIPSE #4’s release.

In the world of ECLIPSE, the sun is deadly and society has turned nocturnal. But life continues after The Flare.

ECLIPSE #2 hits comic book stores on Wednesday, October 5th. 

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Announcing the Xbox One S Minecraft Favorites Bundle (500GB)


So you’re thinking about getting a brand new Xbox One S console? If you’re a Minecraft player, Xbox thinks you’ll be happy to meet the Xbox One S Minecraft Favorites Bundle. It has all you need to build, survive and explore with the latest Xbox hardware. They’ve included over 230 character skins, 3 texture packs and 7 Mash-up packs alongside the Minecraft: Xbox One Edition game so you can let your survival and creative skills run wild. If you play Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition, this is the perfect bundle to make the upgrade to Xbox One S. You can transfer your existing Xbox 360 worlds over to the Xbox One Edition, and enjoy building new ones that are up to 16 times bigger.

What exactly is inside this colorful and lively box you ask? The Xbox One S Minecraft Favorites Bundle includes:
  • Xbox One S console (500 GB) with built-in 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player, and 4K video streaming plus HDR for video and gaming – so you can experience richer, more luminous colors
  • New Xbox One S wireless controller with expanded range and Bluetooth support for Windows 10 PCs
  • Minecraft: Xbox One Edition download code, with enhanced performance and 16X bigger worlds compared to the Xbox 360 Edition
  • Minecraft: Xbox One Edition Favorites Pack download code, which features the Festive Mash-up Pack, Halo Mash-up, Fantasy Texture Pack, Natural Texture Pack, City Texture Pack, Battle & Beasts Skin Pack and Battle & Beasts 2 Skin Pack
  • Minecraft: Xbox One Edition Builder’s Pack download code, which includes Biome Settlers Skin Pack, Cartoon Texture Pack, Candy Texture Pack, Plastic Texture Pack, Pattern Texture Pack and the Greek Mythology Mash-up
  • Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Beta download code
  • 14 day Xbox Live Gold trial membership
The bundle is available now at participating retailers in the United States and Canada, including Microsoft Stores and microsoftstore.com, for $299.99 USD or local equivalent, with the following markets becoming available shortly thereafter:
  • October 11, 2016: United Kingdom, Western Europe & Central Europe
  • November 1, 2016: Australia & New Zealand
  • Coming Soon: Asia & Latin America
Whether you’re crafting weapons to fend off dangerous mobs or placing blocks to build the grandest of castles, Xbox is looking forward to offering you an outstanding experience on Xbox.

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LATEST KINGDOM HEARTS TRAILER UNVEILS AQUA’S NEW PLAYABLE EPISODE KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8


Final Chapter Prologue Confirmed for January 24 Release

At this year’s Tokyo Game Show, SQUARE ENIX® and Disney released new and exciting scenes from the upcoming HD compilation, KINGDOM HEARTS 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue.

The never-before-revealed scenes depict a mysterious meeting of the foretellers, five Keyblade Masters from the Kingdom Hearts origins movie included in the compilation as KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi] Back Cover. The trailer also features HD remastered gameplay of KINGDOM HEARTS Dream Drop Distance HD and new battles scenes from Aqua’s adventures in KINGDOM HEARTS 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A fragmentary passage –. Through the trailer, fans can listen to the newly remixed version of “Simple and Clean” by popular singer Utada Hikaru.


The new trailer can be viewed on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/4gKAR0uRZZ0*.

Related Links
Homepage: www.kingdomhearts.com/
Facebook® Page: http://www.facebook.com/kingdomhearts
Twitter®: @KINGDOMHEARTS
YouTube: www.youtube.com/KingdomHearts

About KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue is a compilation that brings the popular KINGDOM HEARTS Dream Drop Distance to the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system platform remastered in high definition. The newly remastered title also features KINGDOM HEARTS 0.2 Birth by Sleep – A fragmentary passage –, a completely new playable episode that links to the story of KINGDOM HEARTS III, taking place after the storyline of KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep and told from the perspective of Aqua. Also included in the compilation is KINGDOM HEARTS χ [chi] Back Cover, a new HD movie that tells the mysterious story of the foretellers, connecting the earliest parts of the series’ history.

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DC ANNOUNCES 'SUPERGIRL: BEING SUPER' MINISERIES COMING THIS DECEMBER!


DC ANNOUNCES ‘SUPERGIRL: BEING SUPER’ MINISERIES

A Coming-of-Age Story for the Girl of Steel From Caldecott Honor Winner Mariko Tamaki and Acclaimed Artist Joëlle Jones

DC Entertainment announces a brand-new miniseries with an invigorating twist on the Supergirl we know and love! The Girl of Steel returns in a story not only about being super, but also the trials and tribulations of being 16. A coming-of-age story with superhero flair, SUPERGIRL: BEING SUPER comes from the creative minds of Caldecott Honor and Eisner Award winning young adult author Mariko Tamaki (This One Summer) and superstar artist Joëlle Jones (Lady Killer).

"I've had so much fun working on this project with DC and Joëlle,” says Tamaki. “Clearly, I'm a writer with a devoted interest in adolescence, so it’s been a thrill having the opportunity to explore the alien side of 16."

Jones, who is creating content solely for DC and Vertigo after being announced at San Diego Comic-Con, will be providing both interiors and covers for the series."Working with Mariko on this book has been great! The format is giving me a chance to do something very different and I feel lucky that DC is giving us the freedom to really play with this character,” says Jones. “I hope fans have as much fun reading it as I have had drawing it! Imagine this: You’re an alien. You have super powers. You are SUPERGIRL. But you’re also 16, a teenager just trying to survive the day-to-day life of high school. The upside is, yes, you can fly, you can crush diamonds with your bare hands. The downside is that being super can be a super complicated and super confusing thing to be, especially when the whole being super thing is a secret.

This is the story of Kara Danvers, known to her home planet of Krypton as Kara Zor El. On the one hand, Kara is a typical teen, navigating relationships, friendships, and classes, on the other she's a being with immense power and potential, with the added responsibility of managing her developing super powers. As if transitioning into adulthood wasn’t hard enough!

As Kara turns 16, her powers begin manifesting in bizarre hot flashes, glowing zits, symptoms that are becoming harder to control. That's right, two words, ALIEN ZITS. This new series is more than just heroics. It is the action-packed and heartfelt story of Kara Danvers and her attempts to balance the roles of teenager and hero.

This is a fresh take on Supergirl full of passion and ingenuity, with some added teenage irony. The first issue of the new series will debut December 28th, with subsequent issues being released every other month. Each issue is super-packed with 48-pages of story, in prestige format.

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Monday, September 19, 2016

PRE-REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR GUARDIAN CODEX




New Free-to-Play Mobile RPG Coming This Fall

Fans of multiplayer mobile RPGs will soon be able to experience a new and futuristic twist to the genre with Guardian Codex™ from SQUARE ENIX®.

Guardian Codex is a free-to-play RPG for iOS and Android devices featuring a deep story, console-quality 3D graphics, and an engaging multiplayer battle system. Created by the team behind the popular card battle games GUARDIAN CROSS® and DEADMAN’S CROSS®—which have surpassed eight million combined worldwide downloads—Guardian Codex brings players into an exciting new world featuring the familiar “Guardians.”

In 2030, the world is split between the Empire and Resistance forces. Players will venture into the “Codex,” a virtual world, with the mission to find the legendary—and presumed extinct—Guardians.

The official website hosts a trailer as well as a pre-registration page where players can receive various in-game rewards, including the 4★ Banshee or in-game coins that can be used for in-game lottery draws and replenishing stamina. Additional rewards will be added as more players pre-register.

Players who like or follow the official Guardian Codex Facebook or Twitter page will be automatically pre-registered for the game.

Related Links:
Official Website: http://www.jp.square-enix.com/guardian-codex/en/
Official Facebook: http://goo.gl/SwMcU8
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/GCX_EN

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DC preview: MIDNIGHTER AND APOLLO #1

Finally, the world's finest couple strikes back! Following up on MIDNIGHTER, one of the best action books of 2015/2016, DC’s new miniseries, MIDNIGHTER AND APOLLO hits back with more explosive, creative, page-bursting action than ever before. From their days as founding members of The Authority, the heroes Midnighter and Apollo have been forever linked both professionally and romantically. On October 5th, they’ll be back, badder than ever, in a six-issue miniseries to continue Midnighter's story, written by Steve Orlando with art by Fernando Blanco, colors by Romulo Fajardo Jr., letters by Josh Reed and covers by ACO & Fajardo Jr.

“MIDNIGHTER AND APOLLO is the book we need right now, as comics' most iconic queer couple face down a new enemy and show us that we can never give in to fear, hatred, and evil,” says Orlando. "And they do it with their own brand of action movie wit… and punching. I won’t just deliver fans the much-anticipated return of Apollo. I’ll also feature the Lords of the Gun and the iconic Mawzir from DC's seminal Hitman, as well as Underworld Unleashed's Neron. And that’s just the beginning. It’s a knockdown, drag out, DC Universe western revenge thriller that starts kicking from page one!"

MIDNIGHTER AND APOLLO #1 debuts October 5th, 2016.

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DEUS EX: MANKIND DIVIDED JOINS THE PLAYSTATION4 PRO LAUNCH LINE UP


Square Enix® and Eidos®-Montréal announced that Deus Ex: Mankind Divided™, is coming to the PlayStation®4 Pro (PS4®Pro) computer entertainment system. The game will be available on November 10 with the new console from Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE).

With PS4 Pro, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided has had a whole new layer of detail added to it: overall resolution increased, aliasing reduced, reflective surfaces improved, and more detailed lighting effects implemented, all without compromising the frame rate or the gaming experience.

“We are always working to push ourselves to the very limit in regards to the art direction of our games, and the PS4 Pro, along with the strong and ongoing collaboration between SIE and Eidos-Montréal, helps to further break down the barrier between our ambitious artistic vision and the end-result you see in-game.” said David Anfossi, Head of Studio at Eidos-Montréal.

With more than 100 awards and nominations, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, the sequel to the critically acclaimed Deus Ex: Human Revolution®, builds on the franchises trademark choice and consequence, action-RPG based gameplay, to create a memorable and highly immersive experience. Players will once again take on the role of Adam Jensen, now an experienced covert agent, and will gain access to his new arsenal of customizable state-of-the-art weapons and augmentations. With time working against him, Adam must choose the right approach, along with who to trust, in order to unravel a vast worldwide conspiracy.

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided will be available for PS4 Pro on November 10 2016.


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Friday, September 16, 2016

'Minecraft: Story Mode - A Telltale Games Series' Episode 8: 'A Journey's End?' is Now Available


Three-Part 'Adventure Pass' 
Add-On Series Concludes 
Leading and award-winning developer and publisher of digital entertainment Telltale 

Games, and world-renowned game developer Mojang, released the eighth episode in Minecraft: Story Mode - A Telltale Games Series.

Minecraft: Story Mode Episode 8 - 'A Journey's End?' is now available on PC/Mac, Xbox One, and Xbox 360, iOS devices via the App Store and Android Devices via Google Play and Amazon App Store. PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 versions will arrive September 14th in North America and September 16th in Europe; and will also be coming to the Windows Store.

This episode may be purchased digitally as part of the Adventure Pass for $14.99 USD or equivalent, which includes access to Episodes 6, 7, and 8. The episode is also available individually for $4.99 USD or equivalent. Players need to own at least Episode 1 in the series, or the season pass disc, in order to purchase Episodes 6, 7, and 8.

In Episode 8: 'A Journey's End?', with Harper leading them to the world of the Old Builders, Jesse and crew finally have their chance to return home... but it won't be easy, and the stakes are high. You'll need to take on opponents in a series of gladiatorial games to win your freedom, save your friends, and maybe, just maybe, make it back to your own world!  The all-star cast gets two more new additions for this episode, with Jim Cummings (Winnie the Pooh, Darkwing Duck) as Hadrian, the leader of the Old Builders; and Kari Wahlgren (Rick and Morty, The Fairly OddParents) as Mevia, the Enforcer.

Minecraft: Story Mode - A Telltale Games Series - Episode 8: 'A Journey's End?' is rated 'E10+' (Everyone 10+) for Fantasy Violence and Mild Language by the ESRB. The series is published by Telltale Games in partnership with Mojang.

For more information on Telltale Games, visit the official website, Facebook, and follow @TelltaleGames on Twitter.

For more information on Mojang, visit the official website, follow @Mojang and@Minecraft on Twitter, and like Minecraft on Facebook.

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