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10 Best Marvel Novels That Aren't Comics
Marvel has established itself undeniably as one of the two biggest powerhouses in the comic book industry, and their cinematic side was and arguably still is the biggest name in film. With television, action figures, video games, and way more, their characters and brands are everywhere and seem to find success in most avenues. One of the more interesting forms of mass media that Marvel has staked a claim in is non-comic books.
Marvel: Best Man-Thing Comics to Read This Halloween Season
The Man-Thing is Marvel's resident swamp monster. A monstrous creation forged during Marvel's experimentation with horror comics in the early 1970s, he stalks around his swamp, drawn towards anyone who comes within proximity, and emits a strong emotion.
NBA 2K24: Best Jordan Era Players That Aren't Michael Jordan
Choose your favorite NBA era to play in NBA 2K24, from the Magic and Bird Era to the LeBron Era for a unique experience. Enjoy playing as legendary players like Larry Bird and Hakeem Olajuwon, each with their own strengths and abilities in the game. Test your skills with stars like John Stockton and Patrick Ewing, reliving the glory of 90s basketball in this immersive gaming experience. One of the new features of NBA 2K24 is the ability to select an era to play in.
Missing Players To Download From Community Creations Original
NBA 2K24 offers extensive rosters spanning historical eras like Magic and Bird, Jordan, Kobe, and LeBron, with accurate recreations. Missing players like Rasual Butler, God Shammgod, and Jimmer Fredette can be downloaded from the community creations section. Important players like Reggie Miller and Charles Barkley are notable omissions, making them essential downloads for an accurate gaming experience.
10 Games With The Best Godzilla Crossovers Original
Godzilla's impact on pop culture extends to video games, with appearances in unexpected titles like Dave the Diver or City Shrouded In Shadow. Pinball FX and Ace Combat Infinity also successfully incorporate Godzilla into their gameplay, offering unique experiences with the iconic monster. From PUBG Mobile to Fall Guys and even Magic: The Gathering, Godzilla's presence in various games showcases his enduring popularity and appeal to diverse audiences.
Best Rebuild Teams in NBA 2K24 Original
NBA 2K24 offers players the chance to rebuild struggling teams by making strategic front office decisions for long-term success. Players can choose teams like the Bulls, Hornets, Nets, or Hawks to bring them back to championship contention in the game. The game allows players to relive historic eras of the NBA, make roster changes, and lead teams to victory against legendary players like Jordan.
NBA 2K24: Best Playbooks
Choose a playbook that highlights your strongest positions for more successful scoring and defending in NBA 2K24 . The Hornets' playbook focuses on flashy guard play, while the Nuggets cater to teams with strong centers or power forwards. Look into the Cavalier's playbook for a well-rounded strategy that emphasizes ball movement and alley-oops for an unselfish team. While a great playbook might not turn a team around, it sure can help.
10 Best Chuck Norris Movies, Ranked Original
Chuck Norris' films are beloved for their consistent portrayal of him as a stoic hero, often saving the day with big guns and swift kicks. Some of Norris' films, like Firewalker and Silent Rage, deviate from the usual action genre tropes, showcasing his comedic chops and putting him in a horror setting. Norris' most critically successful film is Way Of The Dragon, where he plays a smaller antagonist role but gets to take on Bruce Lee in a memorable martial arts showdown.
10 Marvel Animated Shows With Bizarre Plots Original
Marvel's animated series have taken wild risks and made confounding choices, but some have become beloved classics. The New Fantastic Four (1979) replaced The Human Torch with a robot sidekick, H.E.R.B.I.E., due to rights issues. Spider-Man: The New Animated Series (2003) embraced early 2000s weirdness with its CGI design and MTV-style appeal.
Dungeons & Dragons: 10 Tips For When You're Stuck Making A New Character
Use online tools like DnD Beyond to streamline the character-making process and save time and stress. Consider playing a pre-rolled character from websites like Drive-Thru RPG for a balanced and ready-to-play option. Try randomly generating a character with sites like DnD Beyond for a unique backstory and motive, and make adjustments to refine it. Dungeons and Dragons is one of the deepest and most expansive games in existence, and that level of depth and possibility can often feel overwhelming.
Madame Web: 10 Things The Movie Changes From The Marvel Comics
Madame Web's cinematic debut diverges drastically from comic storylines, paving the way for a unique universe. Ezekiel Sims swaps business suits for a Spidey-inspired look, with a traditional spider bite-origin twist. The film introduces a trio of Spider-Women without including Jessica Drew, altering canonical timelines and ages. Madam Web has finally arrived, and with it comes Sony's biggest attempt yet at starting a cinematic universe based on their Spider-Man IP.
The Darkest Side Quests In The Witcher Games, Ranked
The Witcher franchise has always done an excellent job of interweaving dozens of powerful stories into their games' main storylines. All three of the biggest titles in the franchise have tons of side quests for players to seek out, and many of these tell complex narratives, some small and some massive in scale and implication.
D&D: Best Early-Campaign Magic Items To Give To Your Party
One of the best aspects of Dungeons & Dragonsis the creativity and power that comes with magic. Being able to strategically utilize spells and items is satisfying and challenging. However, magic often doesn't reach its potential until players have leveled up their characters a bit and unlocked new abilities. Early on, players often work with a semi-limited move-set, which streamlines their creativity and desire for chaos a bit.
The Best Star Wars Games That Adapt The Movies
Star Wars is one of the few film franchises to also have immense success in the video game market, with dozens of games set in the iconic universe. Many of these games use the space adventure series' universe to tell original stories, often set completely separate from the movies. Some others use the movies as jumping-off points, then tell alternate fictions that reimagine or run alongside the well-known plots.
The Best Star Wars Arcade Games
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The Best Star Wars Arcade Games
Star Wars launched into theaters in 1977, with the first sequel in 1980 and then another in 1983. Considering video game arcades would have their heyday throughout the 80s, it makes perfect sense that games based on the hit films would be massive hits in their own right. Related Star Wars: Largest Starships, Ranked Every film of the original trilogy would have at least one arcade cabinet based on it, with some having multiple.
The Best Lord Of The Rings Strategy Games, Ranked Original
There are very few fictional worlds as entrancing as Middle-Earth and few franchises as exciting to fantasy fans as The Lord of the Rings. One of the most popular book series of all time, only made even more culturally relevant by its film adaptations, this magic land of good versus evil has been the setting for plenty of video games.
Best Strategy Game From Every Year in the 2000s
Strategy games became a powerhouse in the 2000s, with many hit titles and massive franchises releasing their first game or a popular sequel. Some of the best strategy games from the 2000s are still enjoyable to play today, with some receiving DLC or updates on Steam. Each year in the early 2000s saw the release of notable strategy games, such as Europa Universalis, Sid Meier's Civilization 3, and Warcraft 3: Reign of Chaos.
Baldur’s Gate 3: 10 Awesome D&D Elements The Game Should Have Borrowed Original
Baldur's Gate 3 lacks the Upper City, a significant area from the tabletop game, which could have served as a hub or large city for players to explore. It would make a perfect DLC location. The game lacks a deep crafting system, although there is a lot of equipment and alchemy available. Crafting benches were present in early versions, and it would have been interesting to see a more detailed crafting system.
9 Best Stealth Metroidvania Games, Ranked
Necrofugitive is a stealth-action game that combines elements of Metroidvania and horror, offering a unique experience for fans of both genres. The Siege and The Sandfox is an upcoming 2D stealth Metroidvania game that emphasizes parkour and evasion of tough enemies until the player's character is strong enough to confront them.
The 10 Best Supernatural Strategy Games
Strategy games can incorporate supernatural elements, adding variety and powers to gameplay. Several games mentioned in the article have Lovecraftian themes and explore cosmic horror. The games mentioned offer unique twists on the strategy genre, from reverse horror to retro ghost control. Strategy games often do their best to highlight realism or historical battlegrounds, but they can also get wild, scary, or just plain weird.
Best Games for Improving Typing Skills
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The 10 Best Video Games for Improving Your Typing Skills
Games that require typing can improve players' typing skills and efficiency, benefiting them outside of gaming. Mario Teaches Typing is a nostalgic educational game that can help younger players improve their keyboard skills. Games like Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?! and The Typing of the Dead: Overkill use typing mechanics to add a unique twist to gameplay and challenge players' typing speed and accuracy. PC gamers are more than familiar with using their keyboard as a controller.
Steam: 10 Solid RTS Demos You Should Try Before Buying The Full Game
Real-time strategy games have evolved and there are more tactical games available now than ever before. Steam offers free demos of many RTS games, allowing players to test game mechanics and commander skills. Different RTS games offer unique settings, gameplay styles, and levels of complexity, so players should try demos to see if they enjoy the gameplay before investing.
Spider-Man: Best Madame Web Comics & Stories, Ranked
Sony's Spider-Man Universe introduces Madame Web, played by Dakota Johnson, on February 14th. Madame Web is a clairvoyant who advises Spider-Man using her ability to see into the future. The upcoming film is likely to pull plot points from classic Madame Web comics, satisfying fans of the character. Sony's Spider-Man Universe, home to Venom and later this year, Kraven the Hunter, welcomes its newest hero on February 14th with the release of Madame Web.
The Best Strategy Parody And Comedy Games Original
Strategy games can be lighthearted and humorous, offering a break from the seriousness of the genre. Games like Worms W.M.D. and Pit People combine humor with enjoyable gameplay mechanics. Parody and satire are common themes in strategy games, such as in titles like Blood Bowl 2 and Munchkin Digital.
My Wedding Vows (Taylor's Version)
Humor I am in urgent need of advice. As my wife and I were returning from our honeymoon, we were shocked to hear that Taylor Swift re-recorded our wedding vows, and now owns the rights to our most sacred promises we've made to each other. I don't understand. She doesn't know us and they are ultra-specific. She has been on a recent mission of re-recording her albums to take ownership of them, but why in the midst of that would she want my wife and I's most intimate whispers of adoration?
The 15 Most Badass Quotes From Predator
Arnold Schwarzenegger and the rest of Predator's cast is full of badasses. But which quotes are the best & most memorable? With the last entry being lackluster, it seems like the Predator franchise is still struggling to find its place among the blockbusters of today. Luckily, the first film still holds up as a brilliant clash of genres. Using a simple premise and a combination of ideas, the movie is part 80s action film, part monster horror film, and most importantly, part satire of masculinity.
I’m Quitting-This Bowling Alley Is Going to Have to Find a New CGI Skeleton to Go On-Screen After a Strike
Hey Ronnie, you got a second? I want to talk to you about some issues I’m having out on the floor. Now, let me make this abundantly clear. I didn’t take this job because I wanted to be a star, and I don’t want more cash or anything. You knew when you hired me that I didn’t want this job because of the money. Just like how I knew when I got into this business that screen time was never guaranteed. But Ron, It’s been almost a year since I got to go out there and I need to perform.
10 Horror Sequels That Took Their Franchises In New Directions
Horror films getting sequels, often becoming full-on franchises, is nothing new. More often than not, this means getting the same thing repeatedly, albeit a bit more ambitious or slightly altered to keep hitting the beats the fans loved in the first film. Sometimes, however, a sequel decides to take a bigger swing or to just walk away from the batter box completely and play a different sport.
5 Things Basketball Movies Get Right About The Sport (& 5 Things It Gets Wrong)
Basketball movies get a lot right, but there are some aspects of the sport they're completely wrong about. by Walt Braley May 19, 2020 Email The world of sports movies is a vast and chaotic one. With films that try their hardest to give an honest portrayal of their selected sport, to films like Mr. Go, where a baseball team turns it all-around by signing a pinch-hitting gorilla. The sport that has maybe had the most variance is basketball.
Clue's Multiple Endings & 9 Other Movies That Had Unique Gimmicks
While some movies are built around a story or character, some are built on ideas that play with the form altogether. Many films use gimmicks to entertain, convey information, or even mislead audiences. These gimmicks, when used poorly. can become a crutch, barely holding the movie up. However, many great filmmakers use gimmicks to simply open up creatively and bring original ideas to the table, or to strengthen already sound films. Here are ten films that do exactly that.
10 TV Shows That Were Movies First (& Which Ranked Higher, According to IMDb)
When a film becomes popular, it is only a matter of time before it shows back up in some form. Sometimes years and years after its initial release, films will come back with reboots, sequels, and in the case of this list, television shows. Many successful television shows are first done as successful, or not, films. Here are ten shows that were movies first, and the IMDb rankings to show which of the two is higher scored on the service.
Letterkenny: 10 Best Episodes According To IMDb
One of the best unsung series out right now is the Canadian comedy Letterkenny. Jared Keeso's hysterical show is simply about the problems hicks, hockey players, skids, and Christians face in a 5,000 person town. The show is often focused on fast-talking scenes that have more quotable lines in a thirty-second stretch than most series have in a season The show is consistently highly reviewed on IMDb, and deservedly so.
10 Underrated Werewolf Movies You Need To See
Werewolf movies have been a staple of creature features since the 1940s, but the genre has never asserted itself as a go-to horror avenue like vampires, demons, or ghosts have. Due mostly in part to the cost of creating a convincing creature, and also in part to the limitations of writing a captivating plot centered around such an animalistic creature. Even without reaching massive mainstream success, many werewolf movies have become cult classics or straight horror classics.
10 Insane Dog Movies You Won't Believe Are Real
Dog movies have been around since the dawn of time and will continue to get made long after the sun has completely burned out. Finding consistent success on medium or small budgets, family films centered around cute, strange, or fantastical canines have become a staple of the straight-to-video film world. As with any major genre that finds large success on the home video market, this led to as many ideas as studios could fit onto a whiteboard getting produced.
10 Best Shudder Exclusives, Ranked According To Rotten Tomatoes
The unsung hero of the streaming world is Shudder. Having been only featuring top-notch content for years now, the platform, dedicated to horror and other dark genre films, has slowly transformed into one of the best collections of films available to audiences. Featuring everything from creature features, slashers, comedies, thrillers, to films that don't even come close to being categorizable, Shudder's filmography is in part made up of their own exclusives.
Stranger Things: 10 Movies Featuring Cast Members Of The Hit Show
Netflix's Stranger Things still holds the throne of being the most popular series on the platform, which is loaded with tough competition. The show has been a place of resurgence for some actors, and a launching pad for others, but nearly every cast member has found interesting roles between seasons of the show. Even the core cast of kids are popping up in films, or getting their own prank shows, which luckily will not be mentioned on this list.
Harold Ramis: 10 Best Movies Written By The Comedic Genius, According To IMDB
Throughout the eighties and even beyond, it was tough to find a hit comedy that Harold Ramis didn't have a credit somewhere on. The Second City alumni was an actor, director, but most notably a screenwriter. He wrote a number of films, almost always working with a team of other successful comedians of the time, working with the likes of Dan Akroyd, Bill Murray, John Belushi, and a plethora of talented comedy writers like Doug Kenney, Danny Rubin, and Dan Goldberg, just to name a few.
10 Best H.P. Lovecraft Adaptations, Ranked According To IMDb
H.P. Lovecraft is inarguable one of the most influential horror writers of all-time. His depictions of the fragile human psyche and the immeasurable monsters that seek to destroy it are so unique and impactful a vision that Lovecraftian horror has become its own genre across all media, from books to films to games. Like Poe before him and King after him, his work was picked through relentlessly by filmmakers hoping to translate some of the terror.
10 Pairs of Famous Movies That Used The Same Set
Part of Hollywood movie magic is taking a place and using it efficiently or turning it into a completely different place entirely when the cameras are rolling. Filmmakers work with their teams to find locations that can be warped or changed, with some bigger budgeted films building entire sets from scratch to bring their visions to life.
Troma Now: 10 Hidden Gems You Can Watch Right Now On The Genre Streaming Service
Most genre fans have some knowledge of Troma Entertainment. The New York film company, lead by writer/director Lloyd Kaufman, was responsible for a long line of gory and/or gratuitous B-movies in the 80s and early 90s. While Troma has made cult classic movies like The Toxic Avenger and the Class of Nuke Em High series, that anyone unfamiliar with should go watch immediately, they have also released a plethora of content from other filmmakers.
10 Most Famous Films To Come Out Of SxSW, Ranked By Rotten Tomatoes Score
The film world mourns one of their festivals with the news that South By Southwest has been canceled due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, or Coronavirus. The festival has always been a massive week for film screenings, with many of the films having their premieres there. It can't be overstated how hard this is on the filmmakers who had their films scheduled at the now-canceled fest.
Star Trek Discovery: 10 Hidden Details You Missed In Season 2
The world of Star Trek never stops expanding. Even after countless hours of shows and three separate feature film series, the franchise continues to create new and exciting adventures for crews willing to boldly go on them. The most recent example of this is the brand new series Picard, but before it came the still running prequel series Star Trek: Discovery.
10 Video Game Fan Films Worth Watching
Fan films have been around for decades, as amateur, or even professional, filmmakers try to recreate the worlds or characters they love. Many popular film franchises have had dozens of films made in their image, but the other medium that is consistently recreated is video games. Video game films have been hit and miss with more misses than hits, unfortunately.
10 Canceled Horror Sequels That Would Have Been Interesting To See
As soon as any horror film has a modicum of success, fans start clamoring for a sequel. This isn't a new trend as many of the most famous horror icons got that way due to having multiple films, in some cases like Saw or Friday the 13th, having a film nearly every year for a decade. With how many horror sequels that make it out, it may come as a shock that plenty of sequels have been planned or even written only to be canceled before they could see the light of day (or dark of night).
10 Movie Easter Eggs In The Mortal Kombat Series
The ultra-violent fighting game series Mortal Kombat has become known for gory kills, over-the-top characters, a story built around deep lore, and cinematic battles. The games are some of the more movie-esque games on the market, with the newer versions having story-modes filled with long cutscenes to move the player from fight to fight.
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