National Amusements’ Showcase Cinemas, a leader in the motion picture exhibition industry, announces today that it will host The Dark Knight Marathon as a special event to celebrate the release of newest Batman movie, The Dark Knight Rises, opening in theatres July 20, 2012. Tickets for the Batman marathon will go on sale …
Read More »Zap! Bam! Pow! Licenses 1960’s Batman Classic TV Series
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) unveiled a new licensing program inspired by the classic 1960’s television series, Batman. The program will feature captured photography from the live-action series, as well as the illustrated character art inspired by the series’ animated opening sequence, and will incorporate the vehicles, gadgets and catchphrases that …
Read More »Nintendo Reveals New Nintendo 3DS Game Details
Momentum for the Nintendo 3DS hand-held system continues to build. Tonight, during a special Nintendo All-Access 3DS Software Showcase @ E3 2012 event at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Nintendo shared new information about upcoming Nintendo 3DS games that will launch in 2012, as well as downloadable content in the Nintendo eShop. “Millions upon …
Read More »Warner Unveils Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition for Wii U
Step into the Arkham action like never before! Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment announced Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition for the Wii U system from Nintendo. Developed by WB Games Montréal, the game delivers the same impactful story and gameplay of the award-winning blockbuster created by Rocksteady Studios, now with …
Read More »Warner Interactive Announces Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment announced Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition. The expanded version of the award-winning blockbuster videogame developed by Rocksteady Studios is scheduled for release in North America starting May 29, and in Europe, Australia and other global territories in September, for the Xbox 360 …
Read More »JAKKS Pacific to Create DC Comics Novelty Figures & Plush Dolls
JAKKS Pacific,will create a line of novelty and large scale figures and plush under its Creative Designs International (CDI) division, based on the DC Comics Super Heroes and Super Villains. CDI will launch the DC Comics product line in summer 2012 to coincide with the release of one of the …
Read More »DC, PPW and Hasbro Unveil The Super Spuds
Collectible DC Comics Mr. and Mrs.Potato Head figures will roll out this year, beginning with Batman as The Dark Knight this June to support the July 20 release of The Dark Knight Rises. Classic Superman and Wonder Woman will follow in time for the holiday season, with more planned for …
Read More »DC Universe Online Invites Players to The Battle for Earth
Sony Online Entertainment announced that the third downloadable content (DLC) pack for DC Universe Online (DCUO), The Battle for Earth , will soon be available for download on the PC and PlayStation 3. Featuring the new Earth Powers power set and a wealth of new adventures to take on with …
Read More »LEGO Unveils Toys From Marvel, DC, Star Wars and More
LEGO Systems unveils its largest collection of build and play toys ever–more than 200 new products for children of all ages and interests–at the American International Toy Fair in New York City. Boys and girls will be inspired to build with open-ended LEGO building sets or with themes such as city, …
Read More »Mattel Unveils 2012 Toy Portfolio
At the 2012 New York International Toy Fair, leading toymaker Mattel showcased its newest toys. “Families want toys that fulfill a fun play experience while also expanding children’s imaginations in clever and exciting ways,” says Chuck Scothon, SVP, Marketing, Mattel’s North America Division. “Our iconic brands not only transcend generations, …
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