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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood’s Horror Made Here 2018 Review

2018/10/12

Geek News, Halloween, Haunted Attraction Review, News, Reviews, Screenshots / Photos

Last year, the WB Studio Tour Hollywood’s Horror Made Here event was an unexpected and welcome surprise during the Halloween season. Building a haunted attraction around the historic Warner Bros. studio lot was a brilliant idea that left me speechless when the night was over with. Now back in its third year, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour’s Horror Made Here event is back, but can it maintain its identity as a movie studio while also balancing being a haunted event? Read on to find out!

This year saw the return of The Conjuring Universe. This experience takes guests on a demonologist-led tour through the Warren’s Occult Room. A certain cursed doll has gone missing from her box. At this point strange occurrences start happening- objects flying off shelves, pictures falling on the ground. If you’re a fan of Annabelle and The Conjuring, then this one is for you. The queue line gets pretty backed up due to the guided tour, so I would hit this up before it gets too crowded.

IT (It knows what scares you) was my favorite maze of the night! This is a completely new experience than the Niebolt house was last year. The set designs were spectacular. Guests are treated to an immersive maze which includes Ben’s bedroom, Beverly’s bloody bathroom, and more. Also, don’t get me started on the floating kids – incredible. They did have the same three doors that you pick from room from last year, and this created a little problem. There is a placed Pennywise in there to guide you through. However, it gets really backed up in that small area. I think the scare actor was having a difficult time wrangling guests through. At one point, people just started to push the doors open to get out. That could cause a problem for future nights.

Escape from Arkham Asylum was the least scary maze of the night – but I am not a huge fan of comics (please don’t hurt me!) so it was a little lost on me. I did appreciate the character designs as well as seeing The Joker (with a terrific makeup job) up close and personal.

Nightmare on Camp Crystal Lake was a double edged sword for me. On one hand, walking outdoors around the historic jungle set of the Warner lot was great. But, they turned what used to be the abbreviated, Horror Made Here studio tour into a taxi service to take guests to and fro. Warner Bros. has such a storied history, the event needs to not lose sight of the things that make them unique against places like Universal Studios or Knott’s Berry Farm. I hope they bring the abbreviated studio tour back for next year. It’s one of the things that makes this event special and losing it was a felt loss.

The Exorcist: Forbidden Screening was an unexpected surprise. Guests are taken into the church in large groups and greeted by nuns and priests standing on the sides of the pews. Crosses are hanging everywhere. After a lecture about how blasphemous we all were, they played movie clips from The Exorcist. While this is happening, objects in the room start moving around, matching what’s happening on the screen. Then other stuff happens – scary stuff. Also, enjoy a bowl of pea soup from the food cart outside!

The Lost Boys Arcade was a fun pit stop to get away from the crowds. This 80’s themed arcade is a host to some of the classic video games. Also, it had terrific atmosphere with a killer soundtrack. Before you leave the arcade, don’t forget to check out all those missing person posters on the walls….

The Devils Drop is a free fall ride that they brought into the middle of the Stars Hollow town square. Again, this is a sort of double edge sword for me. It replaced the historic gazebo from the town square where last year a DJ setup shop. That gazebo is very much a part of the identity of that area of the studio lot. It’s seen in tons of movies and TV shows. I would have rather seen it there with some sort of cool photo opportunity inside than it replaced with a carnival ride. But, I digress…

The Little Shop of Horrors is the Horror Made Here merchandise shop and they are selling everything from shirts, candles, magnets, and even beanies.

The Crave Inn Cafe was small food vendor in one of the lot’s store sets. It’s a grab your food and go kind of establishment that features good pizza and fries as well as cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, salads, and hot dogs.

Ed and Lorraine’s Beer Garden was a snack stand located right next to The Conjuring Universe and hosts a variety of bottled beers, draft beers and wines. They also have snacks like corn dogs, and macaroni and cheese bites!

Fangtasia is a 21 and over True Blood themed bar that served lots of fun and spooky alcoholic drinks. The blood bag drink was a menu favorite. The bar entrance hosts a vampire bouncer checking ID’s (sorry folks, must be 21 years old to enter this fang bang) and Fangtasia dancers to greet you. If you want your Vampire fix, this place is for you.

Also happening on the lot were make-up demos. Have you ever wondered how these monsters are created? Well, now is your chance. You can attend a class and watch how it’s done. There were three demo times throughout the evening when we attended. But, this can change. If you are interested in attending this, check the times when you get there.

Stage 48: Script to Scream is always a fun experience on the studio tour, with great photo opportunity’s through out. This year, the horror theme is from the works of Tim Burton. Guests are greeted to a variety of props and costumes from Beetlejuice, The Corpse Bride, and Sweeney Todd. My favorite was the actual model village of the town used in the movie Beetlejuice. Of course, you can still take your picture on the recreated Central Perk set of Friends. Speaking of that, you can find a working Central Perk coffee shop on the way out of Stage 48 where you can grab a coffee, or pumpkin spice drink. They serve a variety of cold or hot beverages. They also have sandwich’s, cookies and cupcakes!

Overall, the WB Studio Tour’s Horror Made Here event was a lot of fun with a variety of things to do and see. It also featured a good selection of food and drinks and makes for a very nice evening of spooks and scares. Horror Made Here runs Thursdays through Sundays in October. Ticket information and more can be found at the event’s official website.

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Castle Dark 2018 Review

2018/10/10

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Geek News, Halloween, Haunted Attraction Review, News, Reviews, Screenshots / Photos

If you live in Riverside or are a hardcore fan of Southern California theme parks, you probably have heard of Castle Park. Built in 1976 by famed theme park ride designer Bud Hurlbut, Castle Park has been entertaining families for decades. Now owned by Palace Entertainment, the park has created Castle Dark, their annual Halloween time event. Castle Dark features four haunted houses, or “mazes”, as well as their arcade, miniature golf courses, and more!

One of the coolest things about Castle Dark is that it is not a separate admission from the normal day’s goings on at the park. You can buy your Duke’s Deluxe Pass in the afternoon and stay all the way until the scares stop that evening. A deluxe pass is only $17.99, a real deal when looking at other haunted attractions of this scale. Castle Park contains a variety of carnival style food eats, as well as a coffee bar inside the castle arcade structure itself. Also inside the arcade is Ghost Blasters, a really cool shoot ’em up ride similar to the Buzz Lightyear Astro-Blasters at Disneyland.

Outside the arcade, you’ll find the park’s four haunted houses, “Nightmare”, “Along Came a Spider”, “La Vey Institute”, and “Oblivion” – all of which all have a very indie haunt vibe. Admittedly, the production value of these mazes doesn’t seem all that high, but we had a fun time going through them nonetheless. The monsters inside are giving great energy and there is enough eye candy and props about to make it interesting to look at. The street zone area of Castle Dark isn’t very big, but you will definitely find more than a few monsters stalking around, scaring guests where they can. This isn’t the same kind of scary experience for adults like Halloween Horror Nights or Knott’s Scary Farm are, but you might just have some fun jump scares throughout your night – I know I did!

In the daytime, you’ll find the park hosting Dia de los Muertos activities for the youngsters. This is a super family-friendly event where young children can go through a small hay maze as well as enjoy the kiddie rides that the park has to offer.

Overall, Castle Dark is an excellent value for $17.99 and great for Inland Empire families looking to have some Halloween fun without having to trek out to Orange County. Castle Dark runs Fridays through Sundays throughout October. You can find ticket information and more at the event’s official website.

Castle Park
3500 Polk Street, Riverside, CA 92505

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Knott’s Scary Farm 2018 Review

2018/10/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, Haunted Attraction Review, News, Reviews, Screenshots / Photos

The granddaddy of Halloween haunted events, Knott’s Scary Farm, is back again for its 46th season. This year, the park has added a couple new mazes as well as revamped some older ones, but it has also lost its star in the retirement of Elvira. Can Knott’s Scary Farm recover from the loss and bring the scares to Southern California? Read on to find out more!

We were invited to attend their opening night and arrived at the park early. After some logistical wrangling, we were allowed into the park to a staging area just outside of Ghost Town. There, ropes had been setup around the intersection and crowds were already gathered, waiting for something to happen. At 7:00 PM, there was a crack of thunder and a song started playing on the PA system – a revamped version of Harley Poe’s The Hearse Song. Then we saw them: A line of monsters and ghouls walking through the Ghost Town fog towards the anxiously-waiting guests. At the end of the song, they ran forward, causing panic and terror as the guests shuffled into the park. The opening rope drop ceremony is a fun thing to see and I highly suggest you get to the park early to do so.

Once into the park, we started working our way through its various haunted houses or “mazes” as they call them. New for 2018 are The Depths and Dark Entities – both of which turned out to be my favorites of the night. The Depths sends guests into a mine shaft that ends up leading to all manner of underground areas. Shipwrecked pirates, monsters, submarines, and a lot more will be waiting for you to explore. The Depths is one of the most jaw-dropping mazes I have seen in a haunted attraction – ever. Dark Entities is a sci-fi based maze taking place on a space station taken over by a mutating alien infection. The maze is wonderful, with cool tech elements throughout, the story of this space station’s fall is told well and I always enjoy a haunted house with a decent narrative element. If you do not have a “fright lane”, front of the line pass, I suggest you go to these two mazes first – you won’t regret it.

There are plenty of returning mazes at Knott’s Scary Farm this year – but park designers have, for the most part, tried to do a little something new with each. Trick or Treat: Light’s Out is back, and this time the interactive flashlight tech shown last year has been taken to the next level. They work very well this time and I love how they would change function throughout. I am very interested to see how else Knott’s can leverage this technology in future haunt mazes.

Knott’s Scary Farm has long been known for its various “scare zones” throughout the park, and this year sees an entirely new one added to the mix. The Forsaken Lake is located from the North side of Ghost Town and runs across Reflection Lake. Unfortunately, on the night we attended, there were no sets or scenery setup and no lighting for the monsters to work in. It was empty and dark. Now, I have heard from people who attended the haunt since that they have added props and lighting to the area – so if I can go again I’ll be sure to update this review. Ghost Town and The Hollow are both still killing it with high-energy characters and plenty of great set design and props.The park’s Boardwalk is still full of maniac clowns and they usually have their tongues planted firmly in-cheek. Despite the Forsaken Lake, the park’s scare zones were all doing very well and bringing great scares to guests.

Without Elvira, Knott’s Scary Farm had a void to fill for 2018 in the Charles M. Schulz Theatre. They decided to bring the improv based Hacks! show in, and they do a very entertaining experience for guests. It’s not as much of a spectacle as Elvira’s show was, but it’s a lot of fun and worth watching. New for 2018 is the Conjurers – Magic and Mirth show in the Birdcage Theatre. It’s a magic show – but an entertaining magic show and a fun one to watch. Rounding out the event’s shows is The Hanging, which lampoons popular culture from the past year. This year is no different and the entertaining show is its usual mixed bag of hit or miss jokes.

Overall, Knott’s Scary Farm has entered the 2018 haunt season in very strong shape. Its two new mazes are each incredible in their own way and there is so much to see over the course of the evening, especially when ticket prices start around $42 dollars! Less, if you pick up the discount coupons floating around fast food restaurants.

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Bandai Hobby Star Wars B-Wing Starfighter 1/72 Scale Model Kit Review

2018/10/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Misc Review, News, Reviews, SDCC

Bandai Spirits Hobby has a long history of putting out some really fun and detailed model kits – most notably the long-running Gundam series. They also have a large series of snap together Star Wars models which have received a lot of acclaim for their attention to detail. While at the 2018 San Diego Comic Con, we were fortunate to receive one of their new B-Wing Starfighter models. At 1/72 scale, this model looked very detailed from the display version we saw at their booth, and I couldn’t wait to get it home and build it. More exciting was that this special convention variant of the B-Wing came with a small LED light unit that would create engine glow when activated.

Opening the box, I took note of the various pieces and pallets, as well as the beautifully detailed instruction manual (and limited edition supplement for the lighting unit). One thing that has always been nice about Bandai’s model kits is their ability to be assembled without any tools or glue (although more on that later). I unwrapped all the plastic pallets and began construction of my B-Wing Starfighter.

Bandai has laid out its instructions in a very logical order, and you will begin building the kit in modules. For the B-Wing, this means starting with the cockpit. I painted the instrumentation somewhat using a couple acrylic paint pens and then applied a couple of the included water decals. As a novice model painter, I had some trouble getting the pilot right but it works enough at a distance. There is no lighting in the cockpit, so making out tons of detail is difficult. The cockpit assembly came together and I then moved on to the thruster housing/powerplant of the B-Wing. The lighting module installed without issue and is easy to turn on and off – it simply slides out the aft of the model and features a small slider switch. I tend to paint as I am building – I know some would say that is a model builder sin, but it’s what I like to do when possible. Some models are best painted in pieces, some as you go, and some after completion. I definitely still have a lot of detail I can paint into the B-Wing, and I plan to revisit it at some point to do so. For now, I think it looks nice on my model shelf.

The included stand of the B-Wing is very beefy, needing to be as the model is bulky and a respectable weight – especially compared to Bandai Star Wars models like the 1/72 scale A-Wing (shown in the photographs to give a sense of size). The B-Wing can be displayed with its S-foils retracted or extended, as well as with its orientation in horizontal or vertical configurations.

Overall, Bandai Hobby’s Star Wars B-Wing Starfighter is an outstanding model kit – especially if you can get the version with the lighting unit. The model features a ton of detail and easy construction to boot.

Space Hulk: Tactics Genestealer Trailer

2018/09/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

September 24, 2018 – Focus Home Interactive and Cyanide Studio are proud to announce the pre-order beta for Space Hulk: Tactics will begin on Steam tomorrow, Tuesday, September 25. A faithful adaptation of the classic Warhammer 40,000 board game of Man versus Alien in desperate battle, Space Hulk: Tactics brings new twists to the formula along with extensive customisation, two full campaigns, and much more.

In today’s trailer we profile the Genestealers, the festering malice at the heart of the Space Hulk, ready to cut down any and all Space Marine Terminators that come aboard. Their strategies and playstyle are completely different, creating truly asymmetrical multiplayer. Using their numbers and agility to their advantage, the Genestealers are a more aggressive force, but one with less options on how to handle each situation.

In the Steam pre-order beta, players can look forward to playing these Genestealers but also the Terminators, in skirmish and multiplayer across five maps. Also available is the full customisation system and the map editor, letting the creatives in the community get started early on new creations and master plans.

A preview of each faction’s campaign will also be playable, serving both as a tutorial and a taste of what awaits in the full game. Save games will be compatible with the release version, so players can immediately continue their mission on October 9. The pre-order bonuses will also be available in the beta, giving access to second founding chapters and other alternate versions of the base game’s Blood Angels, Space Wolves, Dark Angels, and Ultramarines chapters.

The pre-order beta will run up until the launch of the game, with regular updates to address bugs and balance issues as reported by the community. On launch day, October 9, players will gain access to more official maps as well as the two complete, massive single-player campaigns. All Steam pre-orders have a 10% discount up until launch and will give instant access to the beta, as well as the pre-order cosmetics.

The Space Hulk: Tactics pre-order beta begins September 25 on Steam. The game releases on Xbox One, PS4, and PC on October 9.

Christmas Returns to Universal’s Wizarding World and the Return of Grinchmas

2018/09/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Universal City, California – September 20, 2018 – It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas at The Entertainment Capital of L.A. as Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk deck the halls with a wintry calendar of festive holiday experiences and an array of delectable treats that families and friends far and wide can enjoy.

The addition of nightly glistening snowfall to “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will enhance the yuletide spirit that resonates throughout the land as Hogwarts^TM castle transforms into a dazzling light projection spectacular and the quaint town of Hogsmeade village shines brightly with décor uniquely themed to each of the individual storefronts.

The annual holiday reunites the a cappella Frog Choir, comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant throaty frogs, who return to entertain guests with their harmonized holiday themed songs.

A wide selection of custom-made Christmas ornaments created especially for “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will also be available. Collectibles include a variety of decorative Hogwarts castle snow globes, Hogwarts crest and mascot ornaments representing each of the houses, as well as a collection of unique tree toppers and house pennant garland.

Newly introduced holiday-themed fare and hot Butterbeer will further complement the overall experience.

“Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will take place daily from November 17, 2018 through January 6, 2019.

As night falls on Hogsmeade village, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts^TM Castle” will illuminate Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with colorful imagery and impressive dimensional animations that dance across Hogwarts castle in tandem to a musical arrangement from the Harry Potter movies.

“Grinchmas^™” returns to Universal Studios Hollywood with a Who-lebration of fun fit for The Grinch, his faithful dog Max and a roster of Who-ville Whos. The annual event comes to life with a towering 60- foot tall whimsical “Grinchmas” tree where Martha May Who-vier and the Who Dolls will take center stage performing energetic musical sets to usher in the Christmas season in style. The Who-liday Singers—a hip boy-band ensemble—will perform a cappella concerts featuring a mix of Christmas favorites and pop rock.

“Grinchmas” will take place weekends on December 1-2 and 8-9, and daily from December 14 through December 30, 2018.

Spirited holiday décor and festive whimsy will permeate throughout the theme park including “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and the adjoining “Super Silly Fun Land” as a crew of very merry and mischievous Minions gleefully spread Christmas cheer to visitors of all ages.

On Universal CityWalk a spectacular 40-foot tall Christmas tree will glisten with 200,000 LED icicles choreographed to the lights and sounds of the season in the 5 Towers plaza. Santa Claus will make daily appearances and offer special photo opportunities at 5 Towers.

The iconic, dancing water fountain situated at the heart of CityWalk will also make a splash this holiday season. This visually dynamic fountain, displaying over 230 individual power jets, will project streams of choreographed water into the air complemented by red and green LED lights and an array of holiday-themed music.

Free concert performances at “5 Towers” and an eclectic ensemble of talented street performers will make CityWalk the ultimate L.A. holiday destination.

The spirit of the season continues with a wintertime transformation of Universal CityWalk, beginning the day after Thanksgiving on Friday, November 23 through Tuesday, December 25, 2018.

The holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood is included in the price of theme park admission. More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Admission to Universal CityWalk is free. More information available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com

Bluefin Unveils Flame Flame Toys and Storm Collectibles NYCC Line-Up

2018/09/20

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Geek News, News

Anaheim, CA, September 20, 2018 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, has detailed a wide array of notable products and show exclusives that will be displayed and available for purchase at the 2018 New York Comic Con.

The product collection this year includes Comic Con exclusive and “First-to-Market” new releases from Flame Toys, and Storm Collectibles.

Bluefin will be located in Booth #1612.

The 2018 New York Comic Con takes place October 4^th – 7^th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast’s biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

FLAME TOYS

Transformers Nemesis Prime (Attack Mode) 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Model Kit · MSRP $36.00

The 1^st release of (FURAI MODEL) Optimus Prime (Attack Mode) is here! This exclusive variant depicts the Autobot leader in his Nemesis Prime color scheme. Designed by the famous 3D modeling company, TRIGGER, this is a unique Optimus Prime design that features over 40 articulated joints which allow for a variety of action poses. The model kit constructed of hard plastic ABS and features easy snap-together assembly. Joints are constructed of soft plastic to provide for stable joint performance. With different injection color of runner parts and a simple assembly design, this is also an ideal kit for beginners. The completed kit stands 6.1 inches tall.

STORM COLLECTIBLES

Storm Collectibles is the premiere manufacturer of video game collectible action figures. Storm creates unmatched quality figures from the likes of Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Tekken and more! Its founders are collectors themselves and their passion translates directly into their products as they feature authentic likenesses, fully sculpted, articulated bodies and a multitude of accessories!

Storm Collectibles 2018 New York Comic Con Exclusives from Bluefin

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Rain 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $55.00

Rain is a refugee orphaned by Shao Kahn’s conquest and grew up under the protection of the Edenian Resistance. Rain’s offense drew on the power of weather as he able to harness water and lighting.

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Smoke 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $55.00

Smoke is able to transform into a wisp of smoke. He has no memory of his childhood, his only family is the Lin Kuei, the younger Sub-Zero who is like a brother to him. It has been Smoke’s hope that through the Lin Kuei he will discover his past-and the origin of his power.

“Street Fighter V” 1/12 Scale Hot Chun-Li 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

This is Chun Li as portrayed in her alternate Battle Costume from Street Fighter V! This figure features an entirely new sculpt, tooling and has over 30 points of articulation which allows you to pose her in all of her iconic battle poses!

Storm Collectibles Exclusive First-to-Market Releases from Bluefin

Don’t miss the very first opportunity anywhere to purchase these new releases from Storm Collectibles, more than a month ahead of the regular retail street dates.

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Goro Action Figure · MSRP $95.00

Prince Goro has brought tremendous honor to the Shokan race by serving Shao Kahn. His bloody achievements include rushed rebellions and conquered provinces. During the past 500 years, he has been celebrated for winning the last nine Mortal Kombat tournaments for Outworld. Should he defeat Earthrealm’s champion this time, he will become more than legendary. His victory is assured. There are none in the Earthrealm who can withstand the might of Goro! The figure features: 4 complete custom designed arms that are interchangeable with Goro’s intricately detailed torso. Also includes 2 interchangeable head sculpts, 6 pairs of hands, and 2 green fireballs.

“Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers” 1/12 Scale Evil Ryu Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

Evil Ryu is an alternate form of Ryu who is heartless, mad, uncontrollable and nothing more than a demon! Evil Ryu enjoys absolute power and obsesses with fighting. He will defeat any fighters standing in front of him with no empathy or respect. Figure includes 4 Interchanging Evil Ryu Head-Sculpts, 4 Pairs of Hands, and an attachable Hadoken Effect and Stand.

“Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers” 1/12 Scale Violent Ken Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

Also known as Brainwashed Ken, M. Bison over-powered and brainwashed Ken with Psycho Power. Just like Evil Ryu, Violent Ken is obsessed with power and fighting and shows no empathy for others. Violent Ken shows up the first time as a main character in Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers. Since then, he becomes the perfect rival in game with Evil Ryu. Figure includes a newly designed and developed Violent Ken torso as well as 4 interchangeable Violent Ken Head-Sculpts, 4 Pairs of Hands, as well as a Hadoken Effect and Stand and a Shoryuken Effect accessory.

About Bluefin

Bluefin has built its reputation as a leading master and channel distributor of Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. In recent years, Bluefin has grown to include a range of high quality collectible lines from Asia and has established itself as the official North American consumer products and retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Selling to thousands of specialty, chain and independent stores, Bluefin is an official North American distributor for Bandai Spirits Hobby, Bandai Shokugan, and Storm Collectibles, and is the sole provider of Bandai Tamashii Nations products in North America. The company is also the exclusive and official distributor for Mr. Hobby, SEN-TI-NEL and Flame Toys. Additional information is available at: https://bluefinbrands.com/

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The Surge: The Good, the Bad, and the Augmented First Screenshots

2018/09/19

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

September 19, 2018 – Hardcore Action RPG The Surge will soon be getting brand new content with a new expansion as The Good, the Bad, and the Augmented is coming this October 2 to PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Discover the first glimpses of the expansion’s wicked enemies awaiting you in the Mad Doctor’s testing chambers.

Enter the bowels of the CREO facility and explore an old and abandoned Quality Assurance lab created to push CREO’s tech to the limit. Warren will face Dr. Rischboter’s deadly test chambers that, for some reason, feel like torn straight out of a twisted Wild West TV show!

Fight through the mad doctor’s training rooms and try modifying them yourself for increased rewards by combining up to 4 of the 16 insane modifiers available. At the end of each stage, fight against distinct Challengers, powerful opponents forged from the training scenarios who are equipped with 30 unique new equipment pieces – armors, weapons, and implants – that you can take for yourself!

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Bluefin Previews New York Comic Con Bandai Exclusives

2018/09/19

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Screenshots / Photos

Anaheim, CA, September 18, 2018 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, has detailed a wide array of notable products and “First-to-Market” show exclusives from the Bandai Shokugan brand that will be displayed and available for purchase at the 2018 New York Comic Con.

Bluefin will be located in Booth #1612.

The 2018 New York Comic Con (NYCC) takes place October 4^th – 7^th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast’s biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

This year, Bluefin will exhibit the Bandai Shokugan Shogun Megazord, Ninja Megazord, and White Ninja Falconzord Super Mini-Pla kits, which are among the final Bandai Power Rangers releases for North America. These kits will be set for release in time for the holidays this coming December but will be showcased for the first time in a special display for 2018 NYCC attendees.

Bandai Shokugan “First-to-Market” NYCC Products

Don’t miss a special opportunity to be among the first to acquire these new Shokugan kits that will debut for the first time anywhere at 2018 NYCC. These kits are scheduled to debut to general retailers in Q4.

Super Mini-Pla Mega Man X Ride Armor Sets “Chimera Armor” & “Vile’s Ride Armor” · MSRP $40.00 each

Following the success of the Power Ranger Megazord and Dragonzord kits, fans can now enjoy a pair of special advance releases of Mega Man X with the Chimera Armor and Vile’s Ride Armor sets. The Chimera Armor set comes with a Kangaroo unit and Vile’s Ride Armor is outfitted with a Hawk unit.

Mega Man 66 Action Vol. 2 Blind Box Units · MSRP $9.00 each

Called “66 ACTION” because the figures each stand 66 mm (2.58”) tall, these compact, kits combine high quality molding with impressive articulation. These are the highly anticipated Vol. 2 releases and include X (Mega Man X), Vile (Mega Man X), Mega Man (Mega Man Star Force) Super Armor Mega Man and Cut Man. Each kit comes with multiple interchangeable hand accessories. All of these figures are able to be combined with the Super Mini-Pla Mega Man X Ride Armor for enhanced play and poseability value.

Halloween Horror Nights is Now Open

2018/09/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Universal City, CA, September 14, 2018 – Legendary Hollywood icon, Jamie Lee Curtis, Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo from Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” GRAMMY® Award-winning musician SLASH, filmmaker Jason Blum (The First Purge, Get Out), director Michael Dougherty (Trick ‘r Treat) and filmmaker Eli Roth (The House with Clocks in Its Walls, Hostel) were among the stars on the red carpet to celebrate the opening of “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood.

“Halloween Horror Nights,” Southern California’s most extreme Halloween event, continues on September 15-16, 20-22, 26-30, October 4-7, 11-14, 18-21, 25-28, 31, and November 1-3, 2018.

Other celebrities attending the event premiere included Priah Ferguson, Sadie Sink and Jake Busey from Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” Vanessa Hudgens (Dog Days, “So You Think You Can Dance”), musician Travis Barker, Lex Scott Davis (The First Purge), Gabriel Chavarria (“The Purge”), Jessica Garza (“The Purge”), Quinn Lord (Trick ‘r Treat), Danielle Harris and director Dwight Little from Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, Oliver Robins (Poltergeist), Chandler Riggs (“The Walking Dead”), Pollyanna McIntosh (“The Walking Dead”), Kyla Kenedy (“Speechless,” “The Walking Dead”), Jaime Camill (“Jane the Virgin”), Emma Kenny (“The Connors”), Ariel Winter (“Modern Family”), Nolan Gould (“Modern Family”), Violett Beane (Truth or Dare), Matthew Bohrer (Unfriended), Moses Storm (Unfriended), Olympic Gold Medalist, Chloe Kim, Cody Christian (“All American”), the Jabbawockeez award-winning hip hop dance crew, Angélica Vale, Angélica Maria, and John Murdy, Executive Producer of “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood.

This year’s terrifying lineup of “Halloween Horror Nights” lineup mazes and attractions includes:

“Stranger Things” – Netflix’s critically-acclaimed series comes to life for the first time in an all-new maze featuring the Upside Down and the predatory Demogorgon.

“Poltergeist” – Inspired by MGM’s iconic supernatural horror film characterized as one of the scariest movies of all time.

“Universal Monsters” – A contemporary twist on Universal’s original cinematic Monsters featuring an original score produced and composed by GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, SLASH.

“Trick ‘R Treat” – Based on the Legendary Pictures’ cult Halloween classic movie directed by Michael Dougherty.

“The First Purge” – Inspired by Universal Pictures’ blockbuster thriller franchise, where all crime is legal for 12 hours.

“Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers” – The iconic slasher is back in an all-new maze based on the classic Halloween franchise.

“The Horrors of Blumhouse: Chapter Two” – A killer maze that unites two hit movies produced by Jason Blum – Blumhouse’s Truth or Dare and Unfriended.

“The Walking Dead” – Universal Studios Hollywood’s permanent attraction inspired by AMC’s record-breaking television series

“Terror Tram: Hollywood Harry’s Dreadtime Storiez” – The notorious serial killer clown that terrorized Universal’s famed backlot returns as the host of this year’s Terror Tram.

Jabbawockeez -The award-winning hip hop dance crew returns.

Tickets can be purchased at Hollywood.HalloweenHorrorNights.com. Advance purchase is recommended as event nights will sell out. Following are the various tickets options:

All-new R.I.P. Tour: Groups of up to 12 can scare in style with all-new R.I.P. Tour featuring exclusive experiences with a VIP guide, trolley transportation, valet parking, a gourmet buffet dinner and drinks plus unlimited Universal Express privileges to mazes and attractions.

After 2 p.m. Day/Night Combo: Experience the park’s popular attractions, by day and remain for the terror that awaits by night.

Multi-Night Passes options: Frequent Fear Pass – Visit up to 21 select nights.

Ultimate Fear Pass – Scare every single night of the event.

2 Nights of Fear Pass – Scare for two select nights.

Universal Express™ This in-demand pass enables guests to enjoy one-time express access to mazes, attractions, Terror Tram experience Jabbawockeez performance.

For exciting updates and exclusive “Halloween Horror Nights” content, visit Hollywood.HalloweenHorrorNights.com, like Halloween Horror Nights – Hollywood on Facebook; follow @HorrorNights #UniversalHHN on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat; and watch the terror come to life on Halloween Horror Nights YouTube.