Thursday, September 17, 2015

EXCL: Conner & Palmiotti Go From Superheroes to "Superzero"

Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti explain how they're exploring the inspirational aspect of superheroes in their new AfterShock Comics title.

Attack on Titan Video Game Looks Much More Exciting Than the Anime

Even at just a hair over two-minutes long, there's more action in this new trailer for the Attack on Titan game than there was in the majority of episodes from the first season of the anime. Sure, Eren and Mikasa and the Survey Corps get into it with some titans during a few episodes of the show, but for the most part, each episode is a competition between characters to see who can whine the most. Attack on Titan does have some nice design work though, so even I can't front on the visual appeal. Fortunately, those sweet uniforms, weapons and monsters take center stage in this trailer. Ahead of Tokyo Game Show, which kicks off later this week, Koei Tecmo teased the first gameplay footage of its upcoming PlayStation-exclusive Attack on Titan game. There's not a whole lot to see, but what is shown does give us at least an idea of what to expect from the upcoming action title. First and foremost, the cel-shaded graphics look fairly tight. It's not outside the norm for games based on an animated property to get that kind of presentation, but it looks to be working to AoT's advantage. Since Attack on Titan will be available on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3 and PS Vita, that cel-shaded style also gives the engine some flexibility across the board. It's a similar idea of what Telltale's done with its cross-generational games like The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us. Continue reading…

PREVIEW: "Guardians of the Galaxy" #1 Introduces Star-Lady and the All-New Guardians

Peter Quill is gone, Rocket is in charge, and Brian Michael Bendis & Valerio Schiti take control of Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy" in October.

20 New Photos From the "Arrow" Season 4 Premiere

The CW has released 20 images from the fourth season premiere of "Arrow," including a look at the season's villain, Damien Darhk (Neal McDonough).

Pikachu Is A Cuddly, Deadly Luchador In "Pokken Tournament"

You'll DEFINITELY choose Pikachu after seeing the little Pokémon in action in this trailer for the "Pokkén Tournament" fighting game.

FAN EXPO: Ming-Na Wen Addresses "Agents of SHIELD" Secrets and "Civil War" Tie-Ins

The actor discussed May's vulnerability, unfinished business on "Stargate Universe," and her obsession with being cast in a "Star Wars" film.

New "Gotham" Video Teases Joker, Riddler & More Bat-Villains

Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Camren Bicondova, Robin Lord Taylor and more offer some insight into "Gotham" season two's villainous direction.