Archive for January, 2009
New York Comic Con Announces Huge Increase in Video Game Presence
February is almost here, which means that New York Comic Con is right around the corner. I will be there once again representing Gamervision and The Quarterbin, along with resident comic nerd Luke and our good friend Coop. Of course, there’s more to see than just comics, as this year’s video game presence is going to be huge. How huge? According to the press release I received today, “Major exhibitors from the videogame industry will be displaying their products and introducing their latest games to thousands of eager fans in booths that will occupy over 11,000 square feet of exhibit space.” That marks a 50% increase over last year’s gaming attendance.
Coop, Luke, and I will be getting some hands-on time with plenty of upcoming titles, as well as talking to Sony, Atari, EA, Southpeak, and a few other publishers. You can get all of your New York Comic Con coverage on Gamervision and The Quarterbin February 6 through 8. Read the press release below the jump for more details, and be sure to let us know if you’re going to the Con. We might even have some swag for you if we see you there.
From the Panel to the Screen: 5 All-New GI Joe Posters
Five new GI Joe movie posters have sprung up, along with my spirits after seeing the Baroness poster above. Hit the jump to see what the posters featuring your favorite Joes look like… And what’s this about a Super Bowl spot?
Tommy and His Portable Gaming Device – Episode Two
Preview: The Stand: Captain Trips #5
The final issue of the first part of Marvel’s adaptation of Stephen King’s The Stand arrives on shelves this week. You can find a preview after the jump.
Preview: Dark Tower: Treachery #5
Hit the jump for a sneak peek at one of this week’s Stephen King offerings from Marvel.
Preview: Dragon Prince #4
The grand-finale of Dragon Prince arrives this week, and we’ve got an advance look. Hit the jump for a little taste.
Get Oni Press’ Resurrection Trade Paperback For $6
Oni Press and Marc Guggenheim really want you to try out Resurrection. In fact, they’re so confident you’re going to love it that the upcoming trade is only going to be six bucks. Hit the jump for the full press release, as well as to see just what Oni’s plans are for Free Comic Book Day 09.
Preview/Review: The Darkness #10/#74
Last month, Jackie Estacado made a deal with a devil in order to rescue his own damned soul from Hell. Want to know how that’s working out for him in The Darkness #10/#74? Just hit the jump to find out.
From the Panel to the Screen: Comic Book Movies Nab Combined 13 Oscar Noms
The Academy Award nominations were announced this morning, and reminded us all what a good year for comic-based movies 2008 was. There were a whopping 13 nominations split between four films, several of which are up against each other. As you probably expected, The Dark Knight led the pack with 8 nominations, followed by Iron Man and Wanted with two apiece; Hellboy II trailed with a single nom, but hey, it’s better than none. Hit the jump for the full list of comic movie nominations.
From the Panel to the Screen: NBS Celebrates 10 Years of Dr. Manhattan
Found this on Ain’t it Cool, and just had to share it with everyone. Enjoy.
