ICv2: The Business of Geek Culture: Merch

Asmodee, Dark Horse Parent Acquires Lord of the Rings, Hobbit IP Rights

From Saul Zaentz Company

August 18, 2022

Embracer Group has acquired Middle-earth Enterprises, which owns the intellectual property rights related to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit novels, from The Saul Zaentz Company.

The Pokemon Company International Gives Back

Commits $25 Million to Philanthropy Over Next Five Years

August 17, 2022

The Pokemon Company International has committed $25 million over the next five years to organizations focused on improving the lives of children and supporting social equity.

R.I.P. Sho Murase

Artist for 'Nancy Drew' GNs, Animator, Figure Designer

August 16, 2022

Murase was the artist for Papercutz’s Nancy Drew graphic novels, and she was also an animator and figure designer.

'Pokemon TCG', 'Star Wars Villainous', 'Catch the Moon'

Among Finalists for TOTY Game of the Year, Action Figure Finalists Also Announced

August 16, 2022

The Toy Foundation has announced the finalists for its Toy of the Year Awards, including the Game and Action Figure categories.

HBO Max DC Series Cut; New 'Predator' Feature Sets Record; Another Arrest for 'The Flash' Star; Three Animated Feature Dates; IDW's Five Series in Development; Crunchyroll Acquires Many

Geek Showbiz Roundup

August 15, 2022

Despite the dog days of summer, showbiz news is not slowing down, and we round it up here.

Confessions of a Comic Book Guy -- Some Leftovers From Last Week

Column by Steve Bennett

August 10, 2022

This week, columnist Steve Bennett addresses a potpourri of leftovers from last week, including discussion of Roachmill and his review of Lightyear.