On a shelf of Batmen, the Arkham Knight incarnation of the dark knight stands out from them. He’s massive, imposing and even if I can’t pose him the way I want to, he still looks good. Damn good.
While Tony Stark was adamant that the US Government should keep their dirty hands off of his Iron Man suits, the same can’t be said for the latest version from Hot Toys. While it’s not the first time that the Hong Kong developer has crafted a Mark IV Iron Man figure, it is the first time that the studio is rendering this particular incarnation of ol’ shellhead in diecast metals.
For The Empire Strikes Back, Vader’s outfit was modified ever so slightly to allow for a more brutal warrior to emerge in his duel against Luke Skywalker on Bespin. A Darth Vader who has now been reborn in sixth-scale form that looks impressive. Most impressive.
Barry Allen. The fastest man alive, at any size. Here's a look at the latest Justice League figure from Hot Toys, featuring the scarlet speedster at sixth-scale size.
Maybe the Batman of Arkham Knight is onto something then, as Hot Toys is preparing to redo their upcoming video game sixth-scale figure with a more futuristic colour scheme.
Able to leap tall chasms in a single stroke. Faster than a Mantis Shrimp Punch. More powerful than a speeding blue whale. This amazing visitor from under the sea! Aquaman! DAMMIT PEOPLE HE IS NOT A JOKE! For decades now, Arthur Curry has been the running joke of DC Comics, a character who has faced unimaginable horrors in the deepest …
Imagine having your godhood stripped away from you, flung into the far reaches of the universe and forced into a gladiatorial arena where you have to fight for your life against a gigantic green steroid rage-monster? That would suck. Wait, that’s exactly what happens in Thor: Ragnarok? Ummm….hey look at this nice action figure of Chris Hemsworth. That’s worth a smile, right?
What’s the most powerful weapon in the Star Wars universe? The Death Star? Nah, glaring flaw inherent to its design thanks to a disgruntled weapons architect. Starkiller Base? Maybe, but it certainly was one massive target when you think about it. George Lucas left unattended in the editing and special effects room? Close! But no cigar. Let me tell you what the most devastating weapon is in a galaxy whose release date for a new movie is not so far, far away…capes.
Have you ever double-checked your doors at night because something just didn’t feel secure? …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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