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New Wave Toys’ New Jam is Replica Boomboxes

Mike Phalin

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April 14, 2022

New Wave Toys’ New Jam is Replica Boomboxes

The number one thing that I think of when I recall the 1980s is a boombox, more than video game consoles or super-macho cartoon heroes. Yes, those giant, silver twin speaker beauties could be hoisted on one shoulder and would go through several D-cell batteries per day. Nothing cemented your status as the cool kid quite like a tall stack of tapes and Toshiba deck.
If you’re nostalgic for those days of blasting Tiffany, NKotB, or Run-DMC out of a portable stereo, then New Wave Toys has two new items for you. Although the company is mainly known for its mini arcade cabinets and other gaming-related replicas, it is moving on to another staple of the ’80s. So here come the M90 Mini Blaster and Micro Blaster.
The Mini Blaster is an 11″x6″ replica boombox with two 3″ 30w speakers. It features functional knobs, an FM tuner, working antennas, Bluetooth, MP3 playback, and a working cassette door. It even comes with a small prop cassette. Not a bad deal for $159.99.

Here’s a rundown of the Mini Blaster’s features:

Accurately reproduced miniaturized replica of the “King of Boomboxes” that measures:
Length: 11” x Width: 3” x Height: 6”
Highly detailed, durable construction using a blend of traditional materials including: metal, high-density rubber and high-grade plastics
Adjustable Treble, Bass, Balance, and Volume knobs
FM Radio Tuner with Dual Telescoping Antennas
Two 3” speakers deliver 30 watts of Big Power
Bluetooth 5.1 featuring maximum wireless range and performance
Built in 20,000 mAh battery provides up to 40 hours of playtime
USB-A port charges most USB-compatible devices
Cassette Door with Eject Button and Smooth Action opening
Smooth & Soft Folding Handle
USB-C Charge Port (M90 MINI recharging only)
Speaker Phone Mode
3.5mm Aux audio input jack
On -board control panel with: Power, Mode, Play/Pause, Forward, and Previous Track
MP3 Playback via MicroSD and USB-A ports
Wireless pairing connects two M90 MINI BLASTERS for Super Stereo Immersion (MINI BLASTER ONLY)
Rear Storage Compartment
Rubber Feet

The Micro Blaster is a drastically scaled-down version of the mini. This replica is only 4.375″ long and 2.375″ tall. The speakers are tapped at 6 watts. The antennas can be adjusted, but they’re only for show. This one is priced at $59.99 and only has Bluetooth connectivity.

Accurately reproduced 1:6th scale replica of the “King of Boomboxes” that measures:
Length: 4.375” x Width: 1.25” x Height: 2.375”
Bluetooth wireless connectivity
Dual micro speakers deliver 6 watts of Big Power
Articulated handle
Telescoping prop antennas
Volume Control Dial
Rechargeable 850 mAh battery provides up to 20 hours of playtime
Lab tested & certified

[Souce: New Wave Toys] [Souce: New Wave Toys]

DC Comics Reveals New Batman ‘Detective Comics’ Team To Turn Gotham Into “Gothic Opera”

Comic Books

Jacob Airey

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April 14, 2022

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DC Comics Reveals New Batman ‘Detective Comics’ Team To Turn Gotham Into “Gothic Opera”

Coming in July 2022, DC Comics is bringing a new creative team to ‘Detective Comics.’ Comic book writer Ram V and artist Rafael Albuquerque are doing an overhaul of the Batman mythos by turning Gotham City into a “gothic opera” for a four-part miniseries.
“The story starts with “Gotham Nocturne” part 1 of 4: “Overture.” Something is terribly wrong with Batman. No matter the tests Bruce takes, nor the numbers he counts, the greatest detective in the world can’t pin down the source of this creeping dread—of his own inner demons and a looming mortality. He’s not alone in the grips of this terror, as it seems real demons are creeping through the shadows of Gotham City, answering the clarion call of a strange melody that’s haunting Gotham…and seems to be turning its denizens into something else,” DC Universe explains. “The curtains are rising on a new, terrifying mystery as Batman tries to figure out what’s happening to both the city he protects and his own mind in this lush, operatic mystery.”
Ram V expressed his excitement about joining the project.
“It’s a thrill to be writing a title with the kind of history and pedigree that Detective Comics has. When the opportunity first came across my desk, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it. For me, the draw of Batman as a character and that of the world around him had always been this blanket of tragedy that lay above it all. So, with that perspective, ‘Gotham Nocturne’ is a quintessentially Batman story, told with the aesthetics of a gothic opera,” he said.
Albuquerque added, “Batman is a legend we all grew up with and most of us spent a lot of time just imagining what we would do if we were in this position. That’s how serious Batman is to me and I have been lucky enough to do a little bit of it over my time as an artist. Ram V brings something special to the table. Unique. Ram’s story not only matches my vision of this beloved character but also twists it, elevating it to another level, making me want to be part of this special new take, that I think is going to be as special to the fans as it’s been for me.”
This “gothic opera” story arc will being with issue #1062 and will have the main cover drawn by Evan Cagle.

IMDb TV Is Getting Rebranded As Freevee

Jacob Airey

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April 14, 2022

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IMDb TV is getting its second makeover with Amazon Studios doing a total overhaul with the branding and renaming it “Freevee.” The app will continue to stream free-to-watch content with ad support. They will host reruns, movies of the week, and original series with some being spin-offs of Prime Video films and television shows. Freevee will stream in North America, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
“Amazon’s free streaming service announced a rebrand to Amazon Freevee, the new name for IMDb TV, beginning April 27. Over the last two years, the ad-supported video on demand (AVOD) service experienced rapid growth—tripling monthly active users—driven by rapid distribution across living room devices and mobile, an increasing slate of Originals, an always updating library of highly sought movies and TV shows, and over 60 FAST channels,” Amazon Studios said in a press release.
Freevee promises to up its original content by 70% with shows such as ‘Justice Judy,’ ‘Bosch: Legacy,’ ‘Hollywood Houselift with Jeff Lewis,’ ‘Sprung,’ ‘Troppo,’ ‘High School,’ as well as original films like ‘Love Accidentally.’

IMDb TV is getting rebranded as Freevee. pic.twitter.com/boysQeWKAI

— Jukt Micronics (@JuktMicronicsX) April 14, 2022

Director of Freevee Ashraf Alkarmi said, “Customers are increasingly shifting to streaming ad-supported premium content, and we have developed Freevee to deliver them highly sought content with half the commercials of traditional TV.”
“Our new name clearly communicates who we are: An easy-to-navigate streaming service, available to users for free, whenever and wherever they choose to watch some of the greatest Original and licensed content available,” he continued.
“Additionally, the service announced an AVOD first by licensing a deal with NBCU securing an exclusive network-window for films from Universal Filmed Entertainment Group’s 2020-21 theatrical slate, including titles such as Dolittle, The Invisible Man, Promising Young Woman, F9 (Fast & Furious 9), as well as rights to a package of animated movies, including Sing 2,” Amazon noted.
This is the third rebranding for this streaming service. It was originally launched as IMDb Freedive in January 2019 before being changed into IMDb TV in June 2019.

Wanna be Batman? You can! Just Buy this $950 Cowl From The ’89 Movie!

Mike Phalin

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April 13, 2022

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Wanna be Batman? You can! Just Buy this $950 Cowl From The ’89 Movie!

I’m Batman. You can be Batman, too. That is if you have around $950 and a black bodysuit … and a turbine-powered car, and a huge fortune. OK, we can’t really be Batman. At the very least, we can pretend so with this film-accurate cowl from Denuo Novo.
The company, known for producing Star Wars helmets and other prop replicas, is moving into DC Comics territory. First up is a recreation of Batman’s cowl from the 1989 Tim Burton movie. However, unlike many other premium Batman cowls we’ve seen over the years, this one is intended to be worn and is not mass-produced.
Denuo Novo’s team will handcraft each piece of Batman’s iconic headwear until the production run hits 500. Then that’s it. The cowl was recreated digitally, referencing the original suit, and the replicas will be made from platinum silicone. In addition, each piece produced will be mounted on a fiberglass stand.

Sculpted in a digital format from references of the original screen-used cowl, every angle and original detail was carefully considered and preserved. From recreating the purposeful texturing of the base to the inclusion of the back seam, no detail was spared to bring to you the most accurate wearable replica.
Master craftsmen will construct each cowl from platinum silicone, meant for long term durability and comfortable wearability. When not being worn, the cowl can be returned to its custom made base, specifically created to naturally follow the exact contours of the original sculpt, for long term preservation and display.

What I noticed was missing from the replica’s description was if the bat symbol was removable. Also, does the underside of the cowl have any of the details remaining that allowed it to clip to the rest of the batsuit? I guess we’ll find out during the third quarter of this year.
[Source: Denuo Novo]

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Writer Says The Show Will Take Place When “The Empire is in the ascendancy.”

Jacob Airey

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April 13, 2022

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‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Writer Says The Show Will Take Place When “The Empire is in the ascendancy.”

Star Wars fans have been preparing for the Disney Plus release of ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ which stars Ewan McGregor reprising the role of the Jedi outcast ten years after the conclusion of ‘Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith.’ The show is being directed by Deborah Chow with a planned release date of May 27th, 2022.
Following the release of the trailer, there has been speculation about the plot details. Series writer and co-executive producer Joby Harold shined a light on the premise and the plot.
“It takes place 10 years after Revenge of the Sith, in a time of darkness in the galaxy,” Harold told EW in an interview. “The Empire is in the ascendancy. And all the horrors that come with the Empire are being made manifest throughout the galaxy. And the Jedi Order as we know them are being all but wiped out. So everything that was in the prequels has crumbled.”
“Those surviving Jedi, those that do survive, are on the run,” he noted, “and they’re in hiding. And Vader and his Inquisitors are chasing them to the end of the galaxy.”
“Within that hopeless fatalistic world, we find possibly the most famous of all our surviving Jedi in hiding struggling with that faith that defines the Jedi, and wanting to hold onto it and hoping to regain that faith within that sort of hopeless world,” he said.
The Expanded Universe of Star Wars novels explored this era in the Galaxy Far, Far Away, but Disney does not seem to be interested in tapping them for ideas. That being said, they will show Obi-Wan’s transition from Jedi Master of the prequels to the wise sage of the Original Trilogy.
“Within that environment and that galaxy, his faith is tested,” Harold continued. “And he goes on a journey that allows him to travel from that character that we saw in the last of the prequels, where [McGregor] really felt like he was embodying Obi-Wan Kenobi to a pretty extraordinary degree, and ends with him as the more finished article that Sir Alec Guinness gave to the world in A New Hope. And so in this very specific time in the history of Star Wars, when the Jedi are on run, we get to sort of stand next to and watch Obi-Wan as he runs the gauntlet and has to survive a pretty extraordinary experience.”
Harold went on to say that Hayden Christiansen will share screen time with McGregor playing Darth Vader.

Shout Factory Launches Horror Channel Scream Factory TV

Television

Jacob Airey

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April 13, 2022

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Shout Factory Launches Horror Channel Scream Factory TV

Shout! Factory is launching a new brand for horror fans “Scream Factory TV.” It will be a twenty-four-hour, seven days a week television channel and home video release brand that promises to bring fan-favorite monsters, aliens, stalkers, psycho-killers, and more from various films.
“Immerse yourself in the snarling monsters, stalking slashers, terrifying aliens, and shocking moments that have haunted you for years. Following the success of Shout! Factory’s immensely popular home entertainment brand Scream Factory, Scream Factory TV will allow fans to stream and scream their favorite thrills and chills at home 24/7. Focusing on the notable horror, sci-fi, and thriller cult classics that fans love, every movie comes uncensored and ready to terrify. Tune in starting April 15 to the new channel that’s so good … it’s scary,” they said on their website.
A YouTube channel was launched to promote the new channel with a launch announcement video.

“Shout! Factory TV presents Scream Factory TV, a 24/7 channel that is every fright-fan’s final resting place for horror, sci-fi, thrillers and more. Every movie comes uncensored and ready to terrify. Immerse yourself in the snarling monsters, stalking slashers, terrifying aliens, and shocking moments that have haunted you for years. Stream and Scream with the new channel that’s so good… it’s scary,” according to the video’s description.
They added, “Scream Factory is a DVD, Blu-ray and Digital brand created to focus on notable (and underrated) horror, sci-fi, thriller films from the past that have massive cult followings. The Scream Factory brand also includes recent contemporary genre films released and distributed in the US and international territories.”
Shout Factory announced that over thirty film titles will take part in a frightening movie marathon that includes, but is not limited to Black Christmas, The Company Of Wolves, Day Of The Dead, The Exorcist III, Forbidden World, Galaxy Of Terror, Humanoids From The Deep, and more.

‘MythForce’ Promises A Roguelike Brawler Honoring Cartoons of the 1980s

Mike Phalin

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April 13, 2022

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‘MythForce’ Promises A Roguelike Brawler Honoring Cartoons of the 1980s

Are you ready to charge into a castle full of monsters with a group of friends? Get your spells, bows, swords, and shields ready because MythForce is going to procedurally generate 1980s nostalgia!
Tech Radar made us aware that a new roguelike four-player online co-op FPS is on the way that wants to recapture the action-adventure genre of 1980s cartoons like He-Man, Dungeons & Dragons, and Thundarr the Barbarian. The title is being developed by Beamdog, a game studio run by CEO and Bioware co-founder Trent Oster.
The game will be in early access starting on April 20th via the Epic Game Store. The title will be priced at $29.99, and the content will be delivered in the form of “episodes.” Check the trailer out below:

Inspired by beloved 80s cartoons, MythForceunites swords & sorcery with gripping 1st-person combat in a roguelite adventure fit for Saturday mornings. Brave the dungeon alone or join forces with friends to take on an ever-changing Castle of Evil!

Here are the technical specs because, as of right now, this will only be available on PC:

MythForce’s official website goes hard on the nostalgia bait, but what about the gameplay? It appears to be a bit rough, but the cel-shaded models look pretty good.
The voice acting, though, leaves a lot to be desired. If you’re going to market a game on ’80s cartoon nostalgia, get some VO artists who put conviction into their performances. Maybe the lines we hear in the trailer are placeholders?
The trailer is getting a lot of positive comments, but the downvotes are surpassing the upvotes. Here’s a screenshot of the trailer I took this morning:

What do you think of MythForce based on the trailer? Let us know your opinions in the comments section below.
[Source: Tech Radar]

Mo-Lec-U-Lar Makes His Debut In Super7’s SilverHawks Ultimates!

Mike Phalin

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April 13, 2022

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Mo-Lec-U-Lar Makes His Debut In Super7’s SilverHawks Ultimates!

The third wave of Super7‘s SilverHawks Ultimates action figure line has been announced, and we are finally getting Mo-Lec-U-Lar! If you had the SilverHawks toys in the 1980s, you’d have to agree that the shapeshifting bad guy was the best toy in the line. Not only were all his limbs interchangeable, but he came with a ben-wa ball attachment!
Wave 3 includes fellow criminal Mumbo Jumbo and two intergalactic heroes: Commander Stargazer and Hotwing. Each figure is $55, but the entire wave can be picked up in a $220 bundle. Expect these guys to arrive in the Spring of 2023.

Accessories:

3x interchangeable heads
- Neutral head
- Open mouth head
- Smile head
8x interchangeable hands
- 2x Open hands
- 2x Fist hands
- 2x Gripping hands
- 1x Pointing hand
- 1x Saluting hand
1x Sly-Bird Fighting Hawk figure
1x Solar Bazooka
1x Blaster

Accessories:

3x interchangeable heads
- Neutral head
- Smiling head
- Helmet head
9x interchangeable hands
- 2x Fist hands
- 2x Gripping hands
- 2x Flight hands
- 1x Orb hand
- 1x Open hand
- 1x Eye of Infinity hand
1x Gyro Fighting Hawk figure
2x Winged arms
1x Eye of Infinity
4x Laser effects

Accessories:

3x interchangeable heads
- Neutral head
- Smiling head
- Angry head
8x interchangeable hands
- 1x Fist hand
- 1x Palm up hand
- 1x Relaxed palm up hand
- 1x Open hand
- 1x Gripping hand
- 1x Transformation hand
- 1x Translucent transformation hand
- 1x Mo-Lec-U-Tar hand
1x Volt-Ure Weapon Bird figure
1x Blaster
1x Transformation ring
1x Translucent Transformation ring

Accessories:

2x interchangeable heads
- Neutral head
- Snarling head
8x interchangeable hands
- 2x Fist hands
- 2x Trigger hands
- 2x Gripping hands
- 2x Open hand
2x Airshock weapon bird figures
- 1x Flight pose
- 1x Weapon mode
1x Handcuffs
1x Small blaster
1x Super magnetizer belt

Aside from Molecular and Mumbo Jumbo, I can’t remember the other two characters. However, considering SilverHawks was a short-lived animated series, I wouldn’t be surprised if many other people stretch their heads when looking at Wave 3’s lineup.
[Source: Super7]

Epic Games Gets A $1B Infusion Thanks To LEGO and Sony

Mike Phalin

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April 12, 2022

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Epic Games Gets A $1B Infusion Thanks To LEGO and Sony

Epic Games wants to create a metaverse of its own, and the company just got a massive cash infusion thanks to two major businesses. Both Sony and Kirkbi (LEGO) dropped a total of $1 billion into the gaming company responsible for Fortnite and the Unreal Engine.
We saw this story over at PC Mag. It would appear that Kirkbi and Sony want to get a jumpstart on what may be the next big thing in gaming. The term metaverse is a bit nebulous as it can fluctuate from medium to medium. So, what are these two companies looking to accomplish in a digital space?
It is unclear what types of media and experiences the three are looking to create. However, Kirkbi’s CEO, Søren Thorup Sørensen, issued a vague statement about the investment’s purpose as a step to “accelerate our engagement in the world of digital play.”
VR LEGO building with friends? Yes, please!
Meanwhile, Kenichiro Yoshida, Sony Group Corporation’s top man, was a little more transparent with the intent of the investment. He said that this influx of cash into Epic Games would “deepen our relationship in the metaverse field, a space where creators and users share their time.”

So, the metaverse is a new buzzword similar to the whole “Web 2.0” bull we kept hearing about back in the late 2000s. While “metaverse” is commonly associated with Facebook’s new VR space, it is also a general term. In the case of the LEGO, EPIC, and Sony collaboration, it could mean a massive VR gaming space. This could be an excellent idea, especially if it means we get a Fortnite-styled shooter in the world of LEGO.
In reality, though, it will all boil down to Sony and LEGO using the newest Epic Engine to power online games that can use the “metaverse” as a marketing gimmick. It’s par for the course, but I hope these companies take a chance with the technology and try to give us new experiences rather than technobabble.
What do you think about the evolution of gaming? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: PC MAG]

Celebrate Over 30 Years Of Sonic With This New Statue

Mike Phalin

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April 12, 2022

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Celebrate Over 30 Years Of Sonic With This New Statue

Coinciding with Sonic’s first appearance with the SEGA Genesis, Mr. Needle Mouse appeared in SEGA Visions magazine alongside the publication’s mascot Niles Nemo. At the time, none of us knew that this blue hedgehog would become a gaming mascot on (almost) the same level as Mario. Over 30 years have passed since that day, and SEGA’s icon is still running strong, with two hit feature-length films under his belt.
It’s a cause for celebration! Sonic is in his 30s, and that means he’ll soon be feeling that pain in his joints and have to settle down to start a family with Amy. Maybe he will finally get a restraining order against Chris Chan? What we do know for sure is that Dark Horse Direct is taking pre-orders for a celebratory statue!
The statue is marked down to $479.99 from $519.99. Sonic’s anniversary statue is due out in the second quarter of 2023 and measures 16.4″ tall, 12.4″ wide, and 17″ long.

The highly detailed Sonic statue was made to commemorate Sonic The Hedgehog’s 30th anniversary in the games industry and has since become one of the most beloved video game franchises to date. The design is inspired by the official artwork of the anniversary, where Sonic looks like he’s stepping out of the gigantic gold ring.
The base has a metallic regal design fitting for an anniversary celebration, and each side of the base represents a different zone in the Sonic The Hedgehog universe: the Studiopolis Zone, the Chemical Plant Zone, the Press Garden Zone, and, of course, the iconic Green Hill Zone. And last but not least, the top of the base has a mirror finish to give the entire statue a more grandiose appearance!

Check out our review of Sonic The Hedgehog 2 here. Then, let us know what you think about the new movie and the statue in the comments section below.
[Source: Dark Horse Direct]

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