03rd Nov2017

Sci-Fi Weekender 9 Update… More Guests, More Entertainment!

by Kevin Haldon

With a hiss of brakes, and a rush of steam, the next phase of SFW9’s launch is engaged. We have lots and lots to tell you, so settle down, grab your beverage of choice, put your feet up, and let’s go! That’s right folks… Its time to start planning for SFW9, coming to you next […]

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30th Oct2017

Optoma’s new 4K laser projector brings cinema home

by Phil Wheat

Film-lovers can bring the cinema experience into their homes with Optoma’s new flagship 4K UHD laser projector. The new UHZ65 harnesses ground-breaking laser technology along with the same high-end specifications as the award-winning UHD65 – recently awarded 5 stars and ‘Best projector £2000-£4000’ at the What Hi-Fi Awards 2017. With its sleek black casing and […]

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26th Oct2017

‘Vault of Horror – The Italian Connection’ coming this December from Demon Records

by Phil Wheat

During the early 60’s to the mid 80’s Italian horror was in its heyday – directors such as Mario Bava, Dario Argento, Lucio Fulci, Antonio Margheriti, Umberto Lenzi, Joe D’Amato, and Enzo. G. Castellari directed some of the most outrageous terror films ever. Films that, at the time, pushed boundaries, depicting some of the most […]

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12th Oct2017

Nerd Buy: Numskull’s new Xmas Jumper range

by Phil Wheat

Numskull has just revealed its brand new Christmas Jumper range, with something for everyone as its new designs include Princess Leia, Crash Bandicoot, Batman and much more! Each individual knitted design is created and made in-house, making these British from concept to delivery! Here at Numskull Designs we’re taking our geek level that one step […]

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11th Oct2017

Warner horror coming to HMV’s ‘Premium Collection’

by Phil Wheat

If you’re a film-fan like us, you’ll probably be very aware of HMV’s Premium Collection series. Releasing revered films across all genres, Premium Collection sets containing the film on Blu-ray, DVD and a Digital Copy giving physical media fans a “must own” version of each film; along with a collectible slipcase and collectible artcards featuring […]

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06th Oct2017

Barb plushie confirmed for ‘Stranger Things’ Loot Crate

by Phil Wheat

To celebrate the release of Stranger Things season 2 on Netflix, Loot Crate are set to release a limited edition mystery crate featuring exclusive Stranger Things apparel, collectibles and more – with a huge value of over $100! Set to release around the same time as season two goes live on Netflix, not much is […]

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03rd Oct2017

Nintendo’s “Mini’s”? Pah! Here comes the C64 Mini!

by Phil Wheat

A timeless classic is being given a new lease of life with the launch of THEC64 Mini… Yes, hot on the heels of Nintendo’s two “mini” releases, the classic Commodore 64 is getting the same treatment – this time courtesy of Retro Games Ltd. and distributors Koch Media. And as someone who grew up with […]

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14th Sep2017

Nerd Buy: ‘Crash Bandicoot’ Funko Pops

by Phil Wheat

Fresh off the success of the remastered N.Sane Trilogy, the hit platform video game Crash Bandicoot is now receiving the Pop! vinyl treatment! This series features the high-speed, energetic Crash Bandicoot, the short-tempered, and reckless boss Neo Cortex! Look for the black and white Crash Bandicoot – a chase item with a rarity of 1-in-6… […]

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07th Sep2017

This Christmas give the gift of ‘Yuletide Terror’

by Phil Wheat

For many, Christmas is an annual celebration of goodwill and joy, but for others, it’s a time to curl up on the couch in the dead of winter for a good old fashioned fright. The festive holiday season has always included a more somber side, and scary tales of child-stealing demons to ghost stories told […]

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04th Sep2017

Classic board game ‘Catan’ coming to VR!

by Phil Wheat

Catan Studio, Asmodee Digital and virtual reality game developer Experiment 7 have today announced a partnership to bring the acclaimed Catan board game to VR! Catan VR is an immersive take on Klaus Teuber’s landmark title that revolutionized modern board gaming. This amazingly engaging game is set to release on Oculus Rift and Samsung Gear […]

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30th Aug2017

New ‘Star Trek Mission Crate’ available to pre-order now!

by Phil Wheat

Loot Crate and Quantum Mechanix have announced the pre-order availability of a new Star Trek Mission Crate. Powered by Loot Crate and engineered by QMx, this crate experience connects Star Trek fans of all ages to their favourite stories from the Star Trek Universe and will offer unique experiences both online and offline. Each Star […]

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24th Aug2017

Vice Press to host 2000 AD anniversary art show

by Phil Wheat

Vice Press have teamed with 2000 AD and Thought Bubble Festival to celebrate 40 Years of the Galaxy’s Greatest comic with Zarjaz! An Art Tribute To 40 Years of 2000 AD; a gallery exhibition in Leeds featuring work by Earth’s mightiest artists and designers from comics and pop culture! Zarjaz! An Art Tribute To 40 Years of […]

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30th Jun2017

First look at the 2017 LEGO advent calendars

by Phil Wheat

Coming courtesy of PromoBricks here’s the official look at LEGO’s 2017 Advent Calendars: Star Wars, City, and Lego Friends… With the LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar, fans can look forward to a galaxy full of Christmas anticipation. The calendar contains 24 gifts for small rebels, Sith lords, scavengers, and other life forms. In addition to […]

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22nd Jun2017

Nerd Buy: Funko Pint-Sized Horror Heroes

by Phil Wheat

A brilliant first series of Horror Pint Sized Heroes from Funko features many horror icons, including: Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, Gremlin, Pinhead, Chucky, Michael Myers, Pennywise, Beetlejuice, Cthulhu, Carrie, Krampus and Elvira. Pint Size Heroes are a new CDU, blind bagged, mini figure concept which will bring great characters and design to customers at a […]

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31st May2017

Preview: UK Games Expo 2017

by Phil Wheat

The 11th annual UK Games Expo, the UK’s largest hobby games convention, will be held at the NEC from 2nd to 4th June 2017. In 2016 it had an attendance of 25,000 over the three days, making it the fourth largest hobby games convention in the world. As the focal point for Hobby Games, the […]

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11th May2017

The raincoat killer returns in ‘Deadly Premonition: The Board Game’

by Phil Wheat

Rising Star Games reveals today that the Kickstarter campaign for Deadly Premonition: The Board Game is live. Commencing today and running for 30 days, the Kickstarter has pledges starting from $3, and can be viewed here. Fans and board gamers are invited to journey to the town of Greenvale once again, and don the sharp […]

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24th Mar2017

Spectacular Optical announce new Jean Rollin tome

by Phil Wheat

Canadian micro-publisher Spectacular Optical is pleased to announce a new book focused on the career of French fantasy and horror filmmaker Jean Rollin, Lost Girls: The Phantasmagorical Cinema of Jean Rollin, penned by all women critics, scholars and film historians. Set to be released in the summer of 2017, this collection of essays covers the […]

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14th Mar2017

Nerd Buy: NES/Famicom Visual Compendium

by Phil Wheat

Following the success of the Nintendo Classic Mini comes NES/Famicom: Visual Compendium, a stunning new book that looks at both the NES and Famicon – two of the best-selling consoles of their time. Including content from people such as Kevin Bayliss (Ex-Rare graphic artist) and Steve Jarrett (Total! / Edge / Official Nintendo Magazine), this […]

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02nd Mar2017

Frightfest & Fab Press announce ‘The Frightfest Guide to Monster Movies’

by Phil Wheat

Following the success of The FrightFest Guide to Exploitation Movies, FrightFest and FAB Press have once again joined forces to launch The Frightfest Guide to Monster Movies, which goes exclusively on sale during Horror Channel FrightFest 2017, Aug 24th – Aug 28th. This is the second in a planned series of wide appeal books for […]

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08th Feb2017

Vice Press to release limited edition 2000AD prints

by Phil Wheat

To celebrate the 2000AD 40 Years of Thrillpower Festival, Vice Press will be releasing a series of new limited edition screen prints by both classic 2000AD artists and some of the best artists in pop culture today. All of the prints will be released at the 2000AD 40 Years of Thrill Power Festival held in […]

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28th Nov2016

Nerd Buy: ‘Invader Zim’ Retro Range

by Phil Wheat

Nickelodeon, Viacom Consumer Products and Forbidden Planet (London) Limited have teamed up to bring an exclusive range of Invader Zim apparel, housewares and everyday accessories to the entertainment retailer’s UK and online stores. Critically acclaimed, the Emmy Award-winning Invader Zim was created by Jhonen Vasquez and first aired on Nickelodeon UK in 2002. After nearly […]

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22nd Mar2016

Vice Press launch next 2000 AD print – Sláine by Glenn Fabry

by Phil Wheat

Vice Press, under license from Rebellion, have announced the next release in their officially licensed line of limited edition 2000 AD art prints – Sláine by Eisner Award-winning British comics artist Glenn Fabry – which will go on sale at www.Vice-Press.com on Tuesday the 22nd of March at 5pm GMT. Vice Press are a UK-based […]

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