Author - Jerry Paxton

Universal Fan Fest Nights Debuts a First Look of Legendary Beholder Xanathar

2025/04/17

Universal Studios Hollywood debuts a first look at the legendary beholder, Xanathar, and his beloved pet goldfish, Sylgar, as they will appear in the all-new DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep in-world experience at Universal Fan Fest Nights, kicking off on Friday, April 25.

Tickets are on sale for the inaugural event which takes place: April 25-27; May 2-4, 9-11 and 15-18, 2025.

Universal Studios Hollywood collaborated with Jim Henson’s Creature Shop to create this spectacular, larger-than-life, fully articulated Xanathar. For over 40 years, Jim Henson’s Creature Shop has been a world-renowned innovator in puppetry, animatronics and digital animation.

The all-new DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep in-world experience is inspired by the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game™, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (D&D) from Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division. This epic experience will welcome guests and fans to partake in a one-of-a-kind adventure and explore the fantastic world of D&D. Guests will join the Harpers—a heroic spy network—to foil a plot by the legendary beholder Xanathar and save the city of Waterdeep.

Launching exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Fan Fest Nights will feature all-new, uniquely curated experiences inspired by sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and anime, along with an enticing menu of themed foods created by Universal Studios Hollywood Executive Chef Julia Thrash, all-new merchandise and cosplay.

Guests will really go there as they tap into their inner fandom and join forces with their favorite characters while sharing their enthusiasm with like-minded fans. They will also have a chance to participate in cosplay while experiencing such renowned favorites as Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE and Jujutsu Kaisen, as well as special meet and greet opportunities with Wicked characters, Elphaba and Glinda. Additionally, theme park favorites, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ will offer special additions and introduce character and interactive elements during the event.

All in-world experiences and activations will be included every event night for guests to enjoy when they attend Universal Fan Fest Nights (subject to change).

Adding to the adventure, guests will be able to experience select theme park attractions during the event, including “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™,” “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” “Jurassic World—The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride™”.

For more information visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com and Universal Fan Fest Nights, follow @UniFanFestNights on Instagram, visit Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and X.

D&D Progress Pride Dice Set in Stores Now

2025/04/17

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Sirius Dice, in collaboration with Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division, is bringing players a bold new way to roll for adventure!

The DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Progress Pride Dice Set is an officially licensed celebration of inclusivity, identity, and the joy of storytelling. Featuring a clear design with vibrant, rainbow-colored ink, each number is carefully matched to a different hue, creating a striking and meaningful display of Pride.

This set is a round-edged version of the limited-edition sharp-edged set released by Sirius Dice last June, which was available exclusively at SiriusDice.com. Now, for the first time, these dice are available in Friendly Local Game Stores nationwide, making them more accessible to players and collectors.

Adding a special touch, every die in the set features an inclusion of the Progress Pride Flag created by Daniel Quasar, a powerful symbol of diversity, unity, and representation. This set is officially designed by Daniel Quasar, who personally selected unique ink colors for each die to reflect the spectrum of the rainbow.

The D&D Progress Pride Dice Set is available at local game stores and SiriusDice.com beginning today for $19.99. More than just a stunning dice set, this launch makes an impact—for every set sold, $5 will be donated to The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in crisis.

Perfect for Pride Month, TTRPG enthusiasts, and collectors alike, these dice are a statement of support, representation, and community and bring together adventure and advocacy in a way that celebrates every roll.

No More Room in Hell 2 REANIMATION Update Out Now

2025/04/17

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Torn Banner Studios, the hit developer behind the critically acclaimed and chart-topping Chivalry 2, announced today that the new REANIMATION update for the eight-player, co-op horror shooter No More Room in Hell 2, is now available. The REANIMATION update is the largest and most in depth since Early Access launch and introduces two new maps, a new radial inventory and a redesigned combat system. The update also introduces a character roster, major bug fixes and a surprise second map. No More Room in Hell 2 will also be available for free on Steam and Epic Games Store for the entire weekend of April 17-21. The game will also be 20% off on Steam from April 17-21.

The REANIMATION update will feature not one, but two new maps – No More Room in Hell 2 launched with just the original Power Plant map. The first new map is Pottsville, a dark, suburban town filled with tense, close-quarters encounters with the undead at dawn. Inspired by iconic zombie movie settings, Pottsville offers a stark contrast to the expansive, rural Power Plant map, featuring a compact and densely packed environment where players must navigate foggy alleyways, explore neighborhood homes and venture through downtown buildings. As the first new map since the game’s Early Access launch in October, its urban, somber atmosphere adds to the already unsettling threats. Players will also get a second full new map experience with Lewiston, a gritty, golden-hour cityscape where responders race to protect survivors and escape before the sun sets. In Lewiston, players will choose between two evacuation routes, train or boat and have to scavenge for supplies and balance survival with swift extraction. Originally underway by the Lever Games team before joining Torn Banner, Lewiston replaces Waldoboro to better reflect its real-world Maine setting, creating a fast-paced, high-pressure environment for players to explore.

Beyond gameplay enhancements, a new character roster will also be introduced and allows players to manage multiple permadeath characters at once. The character tab will now feature three slots, allowing players to strategically choose which survivor to take into battle. Whether opting to keep a level 50 veteran safe at base while sending a lower-level responder into the fray, the choice is now in the player’s hands. Torn Banner Studios is committed to refining and expanding this system in future updates.

The new weight-based radial inventory system draws inspiration from the original game, allowing players to quickly select items by moving their mouse to different quadrants of the screen. Unlike the previous inventory, which was limited by the number of slots regardless of item weight, this new system adds a layer of strategy by making players consider the weight of their gear. This change creates a faster-paced inventory experience while also requiring more thoughtful decisions about what to carry, share with teammates or leave behind.

REANIMATION will also roll out a major overhaul to the combat system. This revamped Combat 2.0 system is designed to make player interactions with zombies more dynamic and immersive. With improved mechanics for both ranged and melee combat, players will have more options and greater satisfaction in how they dispatch the undead hordes. A powerful new kick ability has also been added, now holding shove will knock down zombies at the cost of stamina, creating space in critical moments. Combat 2.0 promises smoother, more intuitive controls that will help elevate the tension and excitement of every encounter.

Players can also expect new melee weapons and the arrival of riot police and construction worker zombies with added armor and resistance. The update also introduces a revamped zombie spawning system for better density and pacing, as well as improved loot distribution and performance boosts. The Torn Banner team is dedicated to making this game the best it can be for its loyal community and since launch has added hundreds of bug fixes across the board to make the playing experience that much better.

Players can check the community/blog post for all of the latest updates.

Skull and Bones Season 2 Announcement Trailer

2025/04/17

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, Ubisoft launched ‘Ascent into Chaos,’ the first season of Skull and Bones’ second year of content. In this new season, players are thrust into a high-stakes arms race as two powerful megacorporations in the Indian Ocean teeter
on the brink of open war. From April 17 – 20, Skull and Bones will run a Free Weekend, providing access to the entire game: progress through the main storyline, explore Year 2 Season 1 content, and take on new challenges with friends.

“Ascent Into Chaos“ is now available, bringing multiple new features and improvements to the Indian Ocean:

The new Item Ascension feature allows players to upgrade their gear in powerful new ways—boosting base damage and adding unique modifications that impact gameplay. By spending materials and silver at local vendors, players can further enhance Ascended Items, fine-tuning each weapon and loadout to suit their preferred playstyle and specific combat scenarios at sea.
World Tiers are optional levels of difficulty for different challenges in the world, starting with World Tier 2 in Season 1. Higher tiered worlds drop better rewards, including more powerful Ascended weapons.
The Helm endgame experience is also getting a revamp. Players will now be able to produce crafting materials at their own manufactories, providing the essential items needed to grow in strength. The new Helm Upgrade Tree will provide players with the flexibility to shape their Empire as they see fit, with new perks and upgrades. This will also be the last season that manufactory levels and Pieces of Eight will be reset.
Death Tides, a brand-new PvP team-based mode, will arrive mid-season. Here, players can use their own customized loadout, or choose from one of preset ships, each with their own strengths, including the Pyroclast,
the Stormwall, and the Paladin. Unique abilities will also be available, like firing off devastating La Peste Mortars or summoning the fearsome Kuharibu, to help achieve victory. Death Tides matches take place in one of four unique maps, Brimstone, Sanctuary, Sunken Ruins, and Mukiti Falls, and all rewards and XP earned will carry over to the main game and Smuggler Pass.

Quality of Life improvements, such as:

Hide equipped armor on ships
Fund all manufactories with the push of a button
Revamped map and markers
New minimap
Improved weakpoint visibility
New first-time user experience

The rest of Year 2 will see this Faction War progress with new narrative elements, features and improvements:

Season 2: Oaths of War will introduce the Frigate, Skull and Bones’ first ever playable large ship. It will offer additional weapon ports, allowing players to deal more devastating firepower. Following the events
of Season 1, the DMC will have successfully taken over a Compagnie Royale Megafort, escalating the ongoing war in the Indian Ocean. Players will have to pick a side, with each side offering unique benefits at the cost of making a powerful new enemy. Collective
player actions and alliances will determine which faction emerges victorious at the end of the season.
Season 3: Guts and Glory introduces a new threat as the war rages on. The Rogue Warlord takes advantage of the ongoing conflict, trafficking weapons and holding skilled Officers prisoner. Players will be able to assign
any Officer they rescue to their ship, each bringing unique buffs like repair perks, increased damage, and faster sailing. This season will also introduce another long-awaited feature to Skull and Bones: land combat. More about this will be revealed as the
new season approaches.
Season 4: Eye of the Beast will close out with a legendary beast rising from the depths. Frustrated by the effects of the war, the Sea People will abandon neutrality and summon a
ferocious Kraken to purge the waters. To help combat the Kraken, players can unlock the Corvette, a new playable large ship. Eye of the Beast will also introduce the Hunter’s Guild, which will grant players the ability to become a master hunter of sea creatures.

Developed by Ubisoft Singapore in collaboration with other Ubisoft studios*, Skull and Bones is a naval online action RPG where you play by your own rules to become the most
infamous pirate kingpin and build your smuggling empire in a perilous world.

Skull and Bones is available with cross-play and cross-progression on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X | S, Amazon Luna, GeForce Now as well as Windows PC through Ubisoft Connect, Steam
and Epic Games Store.

From April 17 – 20, Skull and Bones will run a Free Weekend, providing access to the entire game: progress through the main storyline, explore Year 2 Season 1 content, and take
on new challenges with friends.

For more information about Skull and Bones please visit skullandbonesgame.com.

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Message From the Devs

2025/04/17

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

A new video message from the developers was released this week for Netmarble’s upcoming action-adventure RPG – Game of Thrones: Kingsroad.

Within the video, developers offer players a sneak peek at never-before-seen Chapter 3 content which will be available at launch – including the Stormlands, ruled by Stannis Baratheon. Chapter 3 will expand upon the story currently available in Early Access. The developers also address player feedback from Early Access and discuss Matchmaking, RP and additional languages coming to the game.

In Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, players will experience a brand-new story as they take on the role of a new character, who, through a quirk of fate, becomes the heir to House Tyre, a small noble house in the North. The game takes place during season four of the Emmy® Award-winning and Golden Globe®-winning Game of Thrones series. In addition to customizing their character with a robust character creator, players will be able to select from one of three classes inspired by iconic roles within the original series – Sellsword, Knight or Assassin – as they take their first steps into the world of Westeros.

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is set to launch across various territories this year for iOS and Android devices, and through Windows Launcher on PC. More to come on worldwide launch dates soon. Visit (https://gameofthrones.netmarble.com/) or join the community conversation on Discord, Facebook, X and YouTube.

Dead by Daylight: Steady Pulse Introduces New Survivor

2025/04/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

In her life as an EMT, Orela Rose dedicated herself to being the light that pulled patients through their darkest moments. High-stakes rescues, gruesome injuries, and screams of pain were simply another day on the job. Now, lost within The Entity’s Trials, her skills and resolve will be put to the test like never before. Available now, via the Steam public test build, and officially releasing on May 6, Dead by Daylight: Steady Pulse introduces Orela Rose as the game’s latest Survivor.

Grace Under Fire

A truly altruistic Survivor with a Perk set to match, Orela represents a calming presence amidst the chaos; mending wounds, helping teammates stay one step ahead of danger, and even standing between them and certain death.

Driven by the memory of her best friend Emily who was fatally electrocuted while performing at an interactive Haunted House, Orela left her studies to pursue a new career as an EMT. With a singular ability to provide comfort and care to those in need, she quickly realized she had found her calling.

After saving the life of a billionaire who gratefully funded her and Emily’s one-time dream project, she launched the thematic dining experience, Screams in the Dark. Despite her success, Orela never forgot her friend, honoring her memory by answering every cry for help that she could… until one day she followed those same cries into The Fog.

More than a healer, Orela is the ideal support Survivor. Should her teammates need her, she’s ready to save lives – or die trying. She boasts a Perk set that allows her to heal with great speed the higher the stakes, take protection hits to ensure the safety of others, and risk life and limb to provide her team with critical information.

Archives Evolved

Dead by Daylight’s Archives have been around since 2019, offering players countless opportunities to challenge themselves while unlocking rewards, Outfits, and lore in the process. Accompanying the release of Steady Pulse, The Archives will undergo an overhaul, creating a better, more streamlined experience for those seeking more.

Moving forward, The Archives will be referred to as The Rift, and the Challenges within will be called Quests. Unlike Challenges, players will no longer have to select Quests before jumping into a Trial, with all Quest types (Daily, Weekly, Milestone, and Event) being active at the same time, making it faster and easier to earn rewards and power through The Rift. Players will even have the chance to “pin” specific Quests allowing them to be tracked mid-Trial with a simple click of the pause button.

Dead by Daylight: Steady Pulse is currently available as part of the Steam public test build. It releases officially on May 6.

DOOM + DOOM II Gets Multiple Physical Releases from Limited Run Games

2025/04/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Limited Run Games, a premium publisher of physical games, has partnered with Bethesda Softworks to bring physical editions of DOOM + DOOM II to players and collectors, with pre-orders going live on 18 April, 2025.

DOOM + DOOM II is the definitive combined release of the legendary action FPS games, and now players can rip and tear into one of three physical editions, courtesy of Limited Run Games, alongside new peripherals and merchandise.

The Standard Edition packages DOOM + DOOM II, their original expansion packs, the new episode Legacy of Rust, and fan-favourite episodes SIGIL and SIGIL II, which are receiving a physical release alongside DOOM for the first time. The Big Box Edition adds a Cassette Tape Soundtrack Set and collectible DOOM + DOOM II Monster Booster Cards, encased in a box featuring the iconic DOOM + DOOM II cover art.

For the ultimate DOOM collectors, the Will It Run Edition is sure to prove an essential purchase, including a Floating Cacodemon Statue, a custom handheld Cacodemon that plays DOOM, all encased in a collectible box that also plays DOOM! Simply plug a controller into the box’s USB port, and you’ll be able to experience DOOM on the box’s built-in screen. Can it play DOOM? Yes it can!

Limited Run Games has also partnered with CRKD®, the premium collectible gaming brand, to launch the CRKD NEO S RED KEY CARD Edition controller. Featuring a hellish red motif inspired by the Union Aerospace Corporation key cards, and utilizing the award-winning CRKD NEO S controller design, this controller is the perfect accompaniment to DOOM + DOOM II.

Finally, Limited Run Games is also producing additional DOOM + DOOM II Monster Booster Card Packs, to be sold separately from the Big Box Edition and Will It Run Edition. Each pack contains a random selection of five trading cards, with fifteen available in total, each featuring a different DOOM monster. There’s even a chance to find a rare, signed Cacodemon rookie card.

Both the CRKD NEO S RED KEY CARD Edition controller and the DOOM + DOOM II Monster Booster Card Packs will be available to order on the Limited Run Games website.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle in Early Access on PlayStation 5

2025/04/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos

It’s time to swing into action—Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ is now available in early access worldwide on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro. Awarded D.I.C.E Adventure Game of the Year and featured in over 50 “Best of” and “Game of the Year” lists in 2024, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle delivers a cinematic and interactive experience that allows players to step into the boots of the renowned archaeologist.

To celebrate the launch, check-out the newest gameplay trailer here:

From MachineGames, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle combines thrilling set pieces, intricate puzzle-solving, and intense hand-to-hand combat to deliver an authentic Indiana Jones™ experience. Set between the events of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade™, players will unravel a narrative-driven single-player story steeped in archeological mystery, danger, and intrigue.

Visually enhanced on the PlayStation 5 Pro, players can now jump into early access on PlayStation 5 consoles by purchasing the Premium Edition or Collector’s Bundle. In addition, both provide access to the Last Crusade™ Pack, the Temple of Doom™ Outfit, and a digital-art book, along with the upcoming story DLC, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants™, which will be available later this year.

PlayStation 5 players will enjoy the core features available on the console, running at a fluid 60 fps at high resolutions, with SSD optimization for fast streaming and loading. Additionally, the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers add a visceral experience to combat and exploration, while lightbar connectivity provides instant feedback on Indy’s status delivering a seamless gameplay experience. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle makes full use of Community Game Help, with hooks to all missions and puzzles in the game, allowing players to seek help from other explorers on the specific challenges they will encounter on the adventure.

Coinciding with the game’s launch on PlayStation 5 consoles are two new whip-enhancing actions, “Open Season” and “Sleight of Hand.” With “Open Season,” whip-cracking an enemy will temporarily cause them to take more damage from subsequent attacks, while when using “Sleight of Hand,” players can disarm an enemy and cause their weapon to fly Indy’s way. These new abilities can be put into action today across all available platforms.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle officially launches globally on PlayStation 5 on April 17 and is currently available on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PC and Game Pass. To learn more, check out the official website at https://indianajones.bethesda.net/en-US

Stern Pinball Launches King Kong: Myth of Terror Island Pinball Machine

2025/04/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News, Trailers / Videos

Today, Stern Pinball, Inc., the largest designer and manufacturer of pinball games in the world, revealed King Kong: Myth of Terror Island – a brand-new collection of pinball games featuring one of the largest staples of popular culture: King Kong. King Kong has been a leading force in cultural media since his first appearance in 1932 and has influenced every medium of entertainment through films, television, books, art, comics, video games, and more. Stern Pinball takes players on an all-new journey through the fabled King Kong original story, creatively re-invented specifically for pinball. King Kong: Myth of Terror Island pinball games are available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models.

In Stern Pinball’s King Kong: Myth of Terror Island pinball games, players join Ann Darrow, Jack Driscoll, and Karl Denham on their journey to the mysterious terror island, which results in King Kong traveling back to New York City with disastrous (and fun) consequences. Featuring innovative playfield design and iconic mechanisms from the creative team that brought players pinball mega hits such as JAWS, Godzilla, and Jurassic Park, players will experience King Kong in a whole new way.

Watch King Kong come to life while playing King Kong: Myth of Terror Island. A custom-sculpted King Kong will react to player action through a new animatronic animation system, swinging his arms and torso to assert his dominance. Summon him by hitting the custom sculpted Gong bash target, but beware, when pinballs are locked into a New York City train car, an agitated King Kong will destroy and flip it over to start King Kong multiball.

Encounter and escape danger as players enter “The Pit” on Terror Island. Guarded by a custom-sculpted giant spider, this area magnetically grabs and attacks the ball, so be prepared. Travel through dangerous terrain by exploring the thrilling helix-shaped Biplane ramp featuring a custom sculpted biplane toy in addition to a secret river ball path and river log diverter.

Thrilling gameplay features and challenges await players on this four-flipper adventure. Unlock the secrets of the Lost Temple four bank drop targets with a hidden standup target and navigate into the Kong Cave scoop and vertical up kicker. Survive Kong’s punch-back kicking target, which launches balls back at the player. This pinball adventure highlights original animations, music, sounds, and speech, with original art brought to life by legendary pinball illustrators Kevin O’Connor, Greg Freres, and Jeremy Packer aka Zombie Yeti. Custom speech is provided by comedy legend Brian “Q” Quinn from Impractical Jokers fame, along with Rick Zieff, Peter Mackenzie, and Scott Mosenson.

Featuring Stern Pinball’s best-in-class commercial quality and reliability backed by a one-year warranty, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island is in a beautiful package with Stern’s ever-expanding Insider Connected™ platform. Insider Connected enables players to interact with the game and a global network of players in multiple ways, including ongoing code updates from Stern Pinball to extend and improve the experience over time. Through Insider Connected, players can track progress, earn new game-specific Achievements, and explore Terror Island on an unforgettable treasure hunt of a lifetime. Registration for Insider Connected is available at insider.sternpinball.com/ or in the Insider Connected App. Download it today on iOS and Android.

To honor the original creation of King Kong in 1932, the Limited Edition model will be limited to 932 games globally. This highly collectible model includes the Speaker Expression Lighting System with King Kong-themed game effects, a full-color mirrored backglass, full-color reflective foil high-definition cabinet decals with hand-drawn artwork, exclusive custom King Kong art deco inspired pinball armor, a custom designer-autographed bottom arch, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and a digital Insider Connected LE owner’s badge on registration.

“King Kong has been a true staple of pop culture for decades, and we’re so excited for players to experience his larger-than-life persona through pinball,” said Seth Davis, President & CEO of Stern Pinball. “We can’t wait for players to take on the eighth wonder of the world in this completely original interpretation of this legend that is designed perfectly for pinball.”

King Kong: Myth of Terror Island is available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world, which can be found here. Stay up to date by following Stern Pinball on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)*:

*MSRP for sales to USA end-users before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.

Pro Edition: $US 6,999

Premium Edition: $US 9,699

Limited Edition: $US 12,999

King Kong: Myth of Terror Island pinball games are available now through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers worldwide and feature Stern’s best-in-class commercial quality reliability backed by a one-year warranty.

Storm King Comics and Horror Master John Carpenter Announced for Midsummer Scream

2025/04/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Storm King Comics, the award-winning graphic novel publisher founded by film producer Sandy King, will headline Midsummer Scream’s 2025 “Horror Comic Books” theme when the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention returns to the Long Beach Convention Center from August 15-17, 2025.

Highlighting Storm King’s major presence, legendary director, composer, and Storm King collaborator John Carpenter (Halloween, They Live, The Thing, Escape from New York) will make a highly anticipated appearance. Carpenter will be in attendance on Saturday, August 16th only, signing autographs for fans. Each autograph fee will include a copy of John Carpenter Presents George A. Romero’s THE AMUSEMENT PARK, an all-new graphic novel based on the unique film, from Storm King Comics and the George A. Romero Foundation.

John Carpenter will be joined by Sandy King, founder and editor of Storm King Comics. King, a renowned producer with credits including Vampires, In the Mouth of Madness, Village of the Damned, They Live, Body Bags, Ghosts of Mars and the TV limited series Suburban Screams, heads the publishing company, which brings together top-tier talent from film, novels, and comics.

“We’re thrilled to welcome horror legend John Carpenter, Sandy King and Storm King Comics to Midsummer Scream for the first time,” said David Markland, co-founder and executive director of Midsummer Scream. “Their presence, especially with this year’s theme focused on horror comic books, is a dream pairing. John Carpenter’s appearance in support of Storm King Comics as it launches its latest graphic novel makes this an unforgettable addition to our celebration of horror in all its many forms.”

In addition to Carpenter, Storm King Comics will bring additional artists and creators to their show floor booth throughout Midsummer Scream, where Sandy King will be available during the weekend to meet with fans.

The theme “Horror Comic Books” will be seen throughout the event’s programming, partnerships, and key art. Inspired by vintage horror comic book covers by Bernie Wrightson, this year’s official poster is designed by D.W. Frydendal (White Wolf Games’ The World of Darkness series, The Haunted Mansion (comic) from Slave Labor Graphics, Satan’s 3-Ring Circus of Evil, and Creepy from Dark Horse Comics) and represents everything Midsummer Scream is about – haunted houses, a creepy creature, and trick or treating!

Joining the comic celebration, local favorite “Revenge Of” (comic shop and horror pinball arcade) will host horror comic creator signings all weekend and provide pinball machines for attendees to play.

Midsummer Scream welcomes over 50,000 fans and features 300+ exhibitors. The show will include many of its popular features such as the expansive “Hall of Shadows” haunt zone, live entertainment, and numerous panels covering horror films, TV, and major attractions like Halloween Horror Nights, Paramount Scares, and Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group.

Passes for Midsummer Scream now on sale at midsummerscream.com. Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook at @midsummerscream for regular updates on guests, presentations, and other special activations.