Marvel Comics Presents Spotlight: Black Panther

Revolutionary Video Series Boldly Expands Reach and Exposure of Marvel’s Black Panther. Marvel Comics is proud to present an unprecedented approach in introducing the world to Marvel Comics and the next great breakout Marvel Super Hero – the Black Panther. Masterfully merging animated comics with in-depth narration and commentary, this fresh new video series is designed to present a whole new audience to the world of Black Panther timed with his cinematic debut in Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” and bolstered by the character’s best-selling comic book series.

Black Panther #1, written by The Atlantic national correspondent and National Book Award winner, Ta-Nehisi Coates, accompanied with outstanding art by Brian Stelfreeze, garnered international buzz and attention upon the announcement of this series in 2015 and debuted as the best-selling comic for the month of April. Marvel continues the excitement surrounding Marvel’s celebrated Super Hero T’Challa, the Black Panther, through a groundbreaking hip-hop inspired video series.

Working with production house, Bow & Arrow, Marvel will be releasing a series of bold hip-hop driven animated videos devoted to presenting Black Panther, his kingdom of Wakanda, and the Marvel Universe to an all-new audience poised to embrace this powerhouse of an icon.

“Black Panther #1 drove new fans into stores across the county, topping the sales charts and selling out in two days,” says Editor In Chief Axel Alonso. “This series of videos will direct even more eyes toward the most discussed comic book series – and character – of the year.” Beginning now with “Black Panther 101”, fans of Marvel, both new and old, will be able to take a deep-dive into the history of T’Challa to spotlight why the Black Panther is one of Marvel’s greatest heroes of all time narrated by current Black Panther writer, Ta-Nehisi Coates.

Watch “Black Panther 101” now!

Then, each month, a new "Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet" video will be released with the latest issue of Marvel Comics’ Black Panther. The "Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet" videos willeducate new and old fans about Ta-Nehisi Coates' Black Panther series through commentary from Mr. Coates, motion graphics, as well as an elevating hip-hop score from some of the world's largest hip-hop acts.

“After decades of great work done on Black Panther -- everyone from Reginald Hudlin to Don McGregor to Christopher Priest -- it really is an honor to be writing King T'Challa,” says Coates. “Add to that the masterful performance by Chadwick Boseman as the ruler of Wakanda and it really feels like this is Black Panther's time.”

Capitalizing on the excitement around Black Panther’s cinematic debut within Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” and backed with an expansive marketing reach and vast digital distribution, this new video series is positioned to reach global proportion and will further emphasize how Marvel is the premiere name when it comes to world building, story-telling, diverse character development and will truly secure Marvel with the moniker of the House of Ideas.

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MARIO MASH UP COMING TO WII U EDITION MAY 17!

Two Beloved Video Game Franchises Collide in the 

Super Mario Mash-Up Pack for Minecraft: Wii U Edition

Free Super Mario-Themed Game Update Available Only on Minecraft: Wii U Edition on May 17

In a match made in block-shaped heaven, Nintendo is partnering with Mojang and Microsoft to bring the imaginative worlds of the Super Mario series andMinecraft together. For the first time ever, players will be able to fend off blocky Hammer Bros. and Dry Bones the same way they do Creepers and Zombies.

On May 17, the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack comes to Minecraft: Wii U Edition as a free game update. After downloading the update, players who own the Minecraft: Wii U Editiondigital game, which launched last December, will have immediate access to new skins, a Super Mario-themed pre-made world and a set ofSuper Mario-themed music and item textures. All this new content is inspired by games in the iconicSuper Mario series, such as Super Mario World, Super Mario 64 andSuper Mario Sunshine. When the retail version of Minecraft: Wii U Edition launches in stores on June 17at a suggested retail price of $29.99, the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack will be included on the disc.

“Both the Super Mario franchise andMinecraft embrace the magic of exploration and discovery,” said Steve Singer, Nintendo of America’s Vice President of Publisher & Developer Relations. “Players will have a great time adventuring and creating in this free game update that embraces the unique and memorable elements of both franchises.”

The Wii U version of Minecraft features the full game, as well as many of the most popular previously released content packs for no extra charge. Downloading the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack gives players 40 new Super Mario-themed skins, which transform the game’s characters into familiar heroes like Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach, and even troublemakers like Bowser, Wario and all seven Koopalings. All the world and item textures in the game will also be redone, providing players the opportunity to create their own Super Mario-themed locations within the world of Minecraft. While building, players will even enjoy listening to the smooth sounds of 15 pieces of music from Super Mario 64. Builders of all ages will love crafting massive new worlds using building blocks inspired by a series as accessible and recognizable as Super Mario.

Since launching in 2011, Minecraft has become a global phenomenon, selling more than 70 million games worldwide. The game places players in a massive randomly generated world, and lets them explore, harvest resources and craft anything their imaginations can conjure. The Wii U version ofMinecraft features Off-TV Play, touch-screen functionality and online multiplayer.

Minecraft: Wii U Edition can currently be downloaded in Nintendo eShop on the Wii U console and on Nintendo.com for $29.99. For more information about Minecraft: Wii U Edition, visit http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/minecraft-wii-u-edition.

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It’s the big 4.0 – Happy Birthday Minecraft: Xbox Edition!

CELEBRATE XBOX EDITION'S BIRTHDAY WITH FREE SKINS!

Minecraft on Xbox turns four today! To celebrate those four wonderful years we’re going to be giving away a special birthday skinpack for Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition and Minecraft: Xbox One Edition.

The pack, which features Alex and Steve sporting snazzy mob-themed tees, will be freely available all week long, starting today! And, as if that wasn’t enough, we’re also putting all the previous birthday skin packs up for grabs at the same time, too. So go get ‘em, slip into something suitable for this special occasion, and stuff yourself full of cake!

We all know birthdays call for a celebration and we want to make sure that you can dress up for the occasion, so starting today through May 16 you´ll be able to download the 4th Birthday Skin Pack for Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition and Minecraft: Xbox One Edition for free. But that´s not all! Even if you´re new to Minecraft and missed out on the previously released Birthday Skin Packs, you´ll be able to download our three previous Birthday Skin Packs (conveniently named 1st, 2nd and 3rd Birthday Skin Pack!).

So, be sure to grab these celebratory offerings while they´re available, so you can amaze your friends and family by wearing your “I got the anniversary t-shirt” t-shirt.

Happy crafting!

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‘I AM SETSUNA’ TO ARRIVE IN AMERICA ON JULY 19

New Character Art and Trailer Revealed for Tokyo RPG Factory’s Debut Title. American fans of Japanese role playing games (JPRGs) are advised to mark their calendars July 19th for the release for I AM SETSUNA™. Square Enix® announced that the evocative title will be available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Steam®.

I AM SETSUNA tells the sorrowful story of Setsuna, a young woman of incredible inner strength, and the sacrifice she must undertake to the save the people of her land. Players will be immersed in an emotional and unforgettable story of true bravery as Setsuna leaves her hometown with her bodyguards on a journey to the farthest land.

New character illustrations, revealing details of the heroine Setsuna and her bodyguard Endir, were also released. Endir, the main playable character, is a skilled mercenary whose destiny is changed upon meeting Setsuna.

I AM SETSUNA offers beautiful art and game design that harken back to Japanese role-playing game classics of yesteryear, and includes various features inspired by legendary titles from the golden era of JRPGs, such as CHRONO TRIGGER®’s memorable battle system.

The debut trailer for I AM SETSUNA can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/5Aeigc_bjFA.

Related Links
Official Website: www.iamsetsuna.com
Tokyo RPG Factory Homepage: http://www.tokyorpgfactory.com

About Tokyo RPG Factory
Established in August 2014, Tokyo RPG Factory is a new studio within Square Enix specializing in Japanese RPGs. The studio revisits the ethos and practices used to develop for the 16-bit era and aims to re-introduce the classic JRPG style to current hardware, mixing the spirit of the past with technologies of today.

Taking inspiration from the golden era of JRPGs and their story telling, innovation and depth – the first title from the studio, I AM SETSUNA, will arrive in Europe and North America in 2016.

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Captain America: Civil War Review

IMDB Storyline: With many people fearing the actions of super heroes, the government decides to push for the Anti-Hero Registration Act, a law that limits a heroes actions. This results in a division in The Avengers. Iron Man stands with this Act, claiming that their actions must be kept in check otherwise cities will continue to be destroyed, but Captain America feels that saving the world is daring enough and that they cannot rely on the government to protect the world. This escalates into an all-out war between Team Iron Man (Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman), Vision (Paul Bettany), Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson), War Machine (Don Cheadle), and Spiderman (Tom Holland) and Team Captain America (Captain America (Chris Evans), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Falcon (Anthony Mackie), Sharon Carter (Emily VanCamp), Scarlett Witch (Elizabeth Olsen), Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner), and Ant Man Paul Rudd) while a new villain emerges

Fangirl Thoughts: This movie while not the best in the MCU it was a great set-up for what is to come. Watching the relationship deteriorate between Tony and Steve was sad but they both stood on different sides. I was personally Team Cap if I had to choose but I truly was on Team Wakanda. Frankly Black Panther stole the show. While everyone was happy for Spiderman, I was the most excited for the Black Panther. 

(The Internet has no chill!)

Boseman does a fantastic job with showing how strong of a character Black Panther truly is and shows that everyone should look forward to the movie in 2018. Frankly that is a bit far off and should be moved up. Black Panther is strong and has many resources behind him and is able to scratch up Captain America's shield. He is frankly the hero that many of us have been waiting for.

Everyone else does a great job as well. You enjoy seeing Rudd, Mackie, and Holland truly brings the Spiderman we have been waiting to see. 

Overall check the movie out let me know what you think.

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The Legend of Zelda Inducted Into the World Video Game Hall of Fame

Last year, Super Mario Bros. was part of an elite inaugural group of six games inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame in The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York. This year, recognition for Nintendo games continues, as the original The Legend of Zelda game for NES was just added to the class of 2016.

In a ceremony held at The Strong on May 5, six games were announced as this year’s honored inductees. Selected by a committee of journalists, scholars and video game industry members, inductees into the World Video Game Hall of Fame are recognized for their iconic status, longevity, geographical reach and influence.

Launching in 1986 at the start of the NES’s legendary lifespan, The Legend of Zelda broke new ground by popularizing non-linear gameplay found in many action-adventure games today. The intricately designed series has spawned numerous games in the franchise and introduced the world to classic characters like Link, Zelda and the evil Ganon. A new entry in The Legend of Zelda series is being developed for Wii U and Nintendo’s next system, code-named NX, and scheduled to launch simultaneously for both in 2017. The Wii U version of the game will also be the focus of Nintendo’s presence at the E3 video game trade show next month in Los Angeles. For information about Nintendo at E3, visit http://e3.nintendo.com/.

For a full listing of available games in The Legend of Zelda series, visit http://www.zelda.com/. For more information about the World Video Game Hall of Fame, visit http://www.worldvideogamehalloffame.org.

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