Between nerdy books, classics back on the big screen, and new movie/gaming trailers, there’s plenty you may have missed out on this week. Get caught up here!
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 is just around the corner and we got a first look at the panel schedule for the event. It’ll be three days of jampacked discussions and surprises across the Celebration, Galaxy, and Twin Suns stages.
Fans zeroes in on the Bit Reactor Developer Panel featuring Respawn Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games set for April 19 at where we will get a first look at a new Star Wars turn-based tactics game.
The event will also include a The Mandalorian and Grogu panel that will feature “Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and special guests for a sneak peek at what’s to come for the Mandalorian and Grogu on their biggest adventure yet, this time on the big screen and in theaters in 2026,” according to StarWars.com.
Hasbro will show off upcoming releases in the Black Series and The Vintage Collection along with” a few surprises,” publishing news “from the prequel trilogy to the sequel trilogy and beyond,” announcements and reveals manga stories,
The event will also include screeners for Star Wars: Visions, the four episode arc of “The Siege of Mandalore” from Clone Wars and the Star Wars Rebels Finale, along with a sneak peak at the final season of Andor and Visions Volume 3.
You can read the full schedule here.
Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are back in Freakier Friday when it hits theaters on August 8.
Apple TV+ dropped the news that multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy series Ted Lasso and Jason Sudeikis will reprise his role as coach Ted Lasso.
In a press release, Sudeikis says that “in season four, the folks at AFC Richmond learn to LEAP BEFORE THEY LOOK, discovering that wherever they land, it’s exactly where they’re meant to be.”
Retro publisher Incube8 Games and development studio Elite are thrilled to announce the re-release of Dragon’s Lair: The Legend for the Nintendo Game Boy. First released in 1991, Dragon’s Lair: The Legend returns to handheld gaming in its original form, offering a chance for new players and longtime fans to experience the timeless adventure of Dirk the Daring. Dragon’s Lair: The Legend will be released in Complete-in-Box and Digital Edition formats; pre-orders are open, shipping in April.
This re-release of Dragon’s Lair: The Legend is based on the European (EU) version, which includes several adjustments that make the challenge slightly more manageable:
•No Fall Damage: Unlike other versions, Dirk no longer dies from high falls, allowing for more freedom in platforming.
•Extra Lives: For every 42 Life Stones collected, Dirk gains an extra life (up to a maximum of 10).
•Refined Jumping Mechanics: Instead of infinite jumping by holding the button, players must tap repeatedly to achieve the same effect, preventing unintentional exploits.
The thrilling novelization of Ta-Nehisi Coates’s acclaimed graphic novel: The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda.
Across the galaxy, the Black Panther must answer the call of rebellion in this sweeping adventure by award-winning writer Suyi Davies Okunbowa. Black Panther made his first comics debut in 1966 and has since become a cultural icon and fan-favorite Marvel superhero. In THE INTERGALACTIC EMPIRE OF WAKANDA, Black Panther is faced with a decision: will he embrace a future of responsibility or pursue the mystery of his true past? This novelization is the first straight adaption of a Marvel comics run, expanding on Ta-Nehisi Coates’s rich story arc.
Legendary Comics is launching a new graphic novel anthology, Monsterverse Declassified, on May 13th.
Brace yourself for encounters with the terrifying ABADDON, the eight-legged nightmare that may be the ancestor of all arachnids. Walk alongside BEHEMOTH, the colossal guardian of Earth’s most fragile biomes. Unravel the legend of TIAMAT, whose influence stretches from ancient myths to cutting-edge technology. And live a day in the life of the tiniest Titan of them all, fan favorite TITANUS DOUG.
Through newly unsealed Monarch documents, this anthology stitches together the past, present, and future of these Titans in stunning, never-before-seen stories that illuminate the world of monsters from an angle you’ve never explored before.
Studio Ghibli’s classic film, Princess Mononoke, has been remastered in 4K and returning to IMAX theaters on March 26th. Tickets are on sale now.
Inflicted with a deadly curse, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi, the proud people of Iron Town, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke, a young girl raised by wolves, who will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there.
Disney+ revealed this week that Percy Jackson and the Olympians is getting a third season. Season 2 of the show, adapted from the book series by Rick Riordan of the same name, releases in December.
“We’re so grateful to be continuing the story of Percy Jackson on Disney+. This third season will be new territory for the screen, bringing fan favorites like the Hunters of Artemis and Nico di Angelo to life for the first time,” said Riordan said in a news release. “It’s a huge sign of commitment from Disney, and speaks volumes about the enthusiasm with which the fandom has embraced the TV show. Thank you, demigods worldwide!”
Today, independent video game developer Sandfall Interactive and games publisher Kepler Interactive released the first in a series of new weekly trailers spotlighting some of the playable characters in the upcoming Reactive Turn-Based RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Each character in Expedition 33 has their own story, motivation, and emotional arc that players can look forward to discovering when the game launches on April 24. Alongside their own skill trees and powerful weapons to discover, each character also has a unique combat mechanic to master in their mission to destroy the Paintress.
In today’s trailer, fans can discover more about Gustave (voiced in English by Charlie Cox and in French by Alexandre Gillet), an engineer who has dedicated his life to the city of Lumière’s defense and agricultural systems. As an Expeditioner, he devotes his final year of life to defeating the Paintress and reclaiming a future for Lumière’s children.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hits PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and PCs on April 24th.
Charlie Cale is back on the run, and in Season 2 we’ve taken her journey to the next level one murder mystery at a time. From minor league baseball to big box retail, from funeral homes to alligator farms and even a grade school talent show, Charlie navigates her crime solving existential road-trip with deadpan wit, human empathy, and her signature uncanny lie-detecting ability.
To bring Season 2 to life, we pulled visual inspiration from American 70s cinema, all the stuff we love like Robert Altman, Bob Rafelson, Peter Bogdanovich. But the backbone of this show is TV – the kind of TV we grew up watching, episodic case of the week gems like Columbo and The Rockford Files and Quantum Leap. Each episode is a mini movie, existing in its own world with a unique tone and vibe, featuring an eccentric lot of characters played by a truly gonzo parade of guest stars. We still can’t believe we got to work with rockstars like Cynthia Erivo, Katie Holmes, John Mulaney, and Awkwafina (and many many more, the list is kinda dizzying) who all dove into the game with joy and came ready to play.
Poker Face season 2 premieres with three episodes on May 8th, with new episodes following every Thursday after that.
Warner Bros. Games today released a new Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns gameplay trailer spotlighting the upcoming downloadable content (DLC) guest fighter, T-1000, the liquid metal-based cybernetic assassin from the Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) film. Featuring the voice and likeness of actor Robert Patrick, the T-1000 Terminator will join the Mortal Kombat 1 roster on March 18 as part of the early access period for Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion owners, followed by wide availability for purchase on March 25.
Battling for the supremacy of machines, the T-1000 is a state-of-the-art infiltration Terminator designed by artificial general superintelligence system Skynet. Comprised of mimetic polyalloy (a.k.a. liquid metal), the virtually indestructible advanced prototype can shapeshift into objects or people it comes in contact with, mimicking their appearance, behavior, and voice, making it an extremely difficult opponent to detect and defeat. With its superior intelligence and metamorphic capabilities, the T-1000 is an efficient fighter that embodies the ultimate evolution of assassination technology.
NEON released the first trailer for Mike Flanagan’s newest Stephen King adaptation (which has already been a festival darling), which hits theaters on June 6th.
A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King’s novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz.
From Apple Original Films and the filmmakers from Top Gun: Maverick comes the high-octane, action-packed feature film F1, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Kosinski, seven-time FORMULA 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner and Chad Oman.
Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse. Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to FORMULA 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team’s hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition—and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.
This week, DC revealed the first look at the upcoming Justice League and Sonic crossover with some covers, as well as a preview of the interiors from the first issue.
In DC x Sonic the Hedgehog by writer Ian Flynn and artist Adam Bryce Thomas, the Justice League will meet Sonic and friends to kick off an all-new, five-issue comic book series. The new series features an unprecedented crossover event where the Justice League and Team Sonic must unite to save their worlds from a major threat. DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1 by Flynn, Thomas, and colorist Matt Herms will publish on March 19, 2025, with a cover by Pablo M. Collar and a variant cover by Ethan Young.
The action speeds up when the monstrous Darkseid crosses dimensions to invade the world of Sonic the Hedgehog, seeking the ultimate power. Sonic and his friends have faced everything from mad scientists to ancient spirits, but the forces of Apokolips may be too much for them! Thankfully, the full heroic might of the Justice League arrives to back them up!
Throughout the five issues of DC x Sonic the Hedgehog, sacrifices will be made, heroes will rise, and the need for speed will test the Justice League and Team Sonic to their limits!
DC x Sonic The Hedgehog issue #1 launches in September.
Reimagining the franchise with a bold new vision, Tactical Takedown blends turn-based strategy with fast-paced beat-em-up action. With Splinter and Shredder dead, and the Turtles on the cusp of adulthood, players fight through 20 mutating levels, battling iconic foes like the Foot Clan in this coming-of-age story.
Players modify loadouts, unlock skills, and carve through enemies strategically, allowing for deep tactical play. Unleash Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael’s unique movesets and super moves to progress through a diorama-inspired world.
Tactical Takedown brings the Turtles world to life with a striking graphic novel-inspired art style, featuring bold paint splatters and detailed diorama setpieces. The game’s action is backed by a high-energy, multi-genre soundtrack from award-winning composer RJ Lake (Unbeatable, I Am Your Beast).
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown hits PCs (via Steam) on May 22nd.
Ubisoft pulled the curtain back on Rainbow Six Siege X, which will serve as a massive update/upgrade to the original game. It will launch on June 10th as a free update for players.
In this mode, players must secure three enemy sectors while defending their own across an all-new map called District, designed exclusively for Dual Front. Players will choose from a curated roster of 35 operators, mixing both Attackers and Defenders for the first time in Siege to combine their unique abilities, weapons and gadgets in ways never seen before. Throughout the match, players can venture into the Neutral Sector to take on time-limited assignments and earn rewards that will help their squad gain an edge over their opponents.
While these tasks can alter the course of the match, they also require strategic decision-making, as pursuing them may leave key positions vulnerable to the opposing team. With the ability to respawn and repick a new operator for tactical adjustments, the new mode offers a more approachable experience for both new and current players, while staying true to the tactical excellence that’s unique to Siege. Dual Front will receive regular updates, with the selection of curated operators rotating twice a season and Neutral Sector assignments changing each season.
Siege X will visually enhance classic Siege maps, with new lighting, shadows and up to 4K textures. Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank and Kafe will be enhanced at launch, with three additional modernized maps being added each season. In addition, the update will add gameplay features that deepen the game’s tactical core, creating a more dynamic and immersive experience. New destructible ingredients, including fire extinguishers, gas pipes and metal detectors, will offer players more strategic opportunities to surprise and outplay their opponents, using the environment to their advantage.
Rappel navigation will be more fluid with improved controls, allowing players to run horizontally and jump around building corners. The audio experience will be overhauled, including a rework of audio propagation and reverberation, enabling players to gather critical intel through audio cues to better pinpoint the location of enemy players on the map. The onboarding experience will be refreshed, designed to help new players master the basics through tutorials and field training before jumping into their matches, along with a newly added communication wheel for easier communication with teammates. The updated Pick and Ban system will also create a new strategic layer by allowing teams to react and adapt to enemy strategies, with simultaneous banning each round to accelerate the process.
Which was your favorite bit of news to come out of the week?
