Music
New Music/Video
Baby Metal - New album announced called Metal Forth. Set for June 13 release. The record is set to feature collaborations with Poopy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, Bloodywood, Polyphia, and Slaughter to Prevail, as well as the Electric Callboy track “Ratatata.”
https://blabbermouth.net/news/babymetal-announces-new-album-metal-forth
The Yagas - the alt rock band from actress Vera Formiga are putin out their debut album “Midnight Minuet” on April 15.
A Killer’s Confession - New Song “In Case of Emergency” with JMann on guest vocals. https://youtu.be/X2x3a9qJOyM
Tours/Festivals
Ice Nine Kills - “A Work of Art” EU Tour with Creeper and The Devil Wears Prada. Starts Nov 19 in Milan, and runs through Dec 12 in London.
Pierce the Veil - Adding to their current tour with more dates in October. 12 new dates spanning the whole month have been added. Tickets for these new shows go on sale April 4th.
https://blabbermouth.net/news/pierce-the-veil-announces-october-2025-tour-dates
Architects - Support from ERRA and Holywater. Tickets on sale now. 21 dates from July 17 in Wisconsin, through Aug 22 in New York City.
https://www.bandsintown.com/a/3162-architects
Lamb of God - 6 new headlining dates with random support from the likes of Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, Body Count, Harms Way, Frozen Souls, Power Trip, Cavalera. Regular tickets on sale April 4, presale NOW.
https://blabbermouth.net/news/lamb-of-god-announces-2025-headlining-dates
Marilyn Manson - Announced a second leg of the “One Assassination Under God - Chapter 1” tour. Starting August 7 in Sturgis, SD through Nov 30 in Lisbon, Portugal.
https://blabbermouth.net/news/marilyn-manson-announces-summer-fall-2025-u-s-and-european-tour-dates
A Killer’s Confession - “A Horrifying Trip Back to the 2000s” Headlining tour with support form Ventana and Aeternum. The show will feature a small Mushroomhead throwback set, with Waylon, JMann, St1tch, and Lil’ Dan all being on the bill, and former Mushroomhead members. Tour dates start April 2 in Covington KY, and run through April 28th in Des Moines IA.
https://www.bandsintown.com/a/14016066-a-killer's-confession
Reg ‘ol News
Gorrilaz - Damon Albarn has announced that he will be working on a new Gorillaz record this year, and an Opera to boot.
https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/gorillaz-confirm-new-album-arrive-this-year-1235933477/
Godsmack - Drummer Shannon Larkin and guitarist Tony Rombola have left the band. They have “retired” on good terms. So this seems to NOT be the end of the band, after announcing this to be the last tour.
Bad Wolves - Doc Coyle and Bassist Kyle Konkiel have left the band, to be replaced by returning guitarist Chris Cain and new bassist Kevin Creekman. After lengthy social media posts from both members, is seems that they are both still on good terms with the band.
Suggests
XX- Mushroomhead - If you want an album that blends crushing metal, industrial grooves, and haunting melodies, XX is a must. Mushroomhead’s masked chaos and dual-vocal assault create a sound that’s both aggressive and hypnotic. The re-recorded tracks here are their definitive versions—raw, polished, and dripping with atmosphere.
Stand out tracks: Solitaire Unravelling, Never Let it Go, Bwomp.
Gaming/Tech
Follow-ups/Corrections
Nintendo - I WAS WRONG!! We actually did get 2 Directs just DAYS apart.
Mortal Kombat 1 - Floyd just got a little easier, but not really. Random tower. His secret tower also has a secret fight with Cyber Smoke. Also patched happened out of nowhere.
Chat GPT - the image capabilities have been rolled out for free users. BUT you can only generate 3 images a day.
Trailers
Nintendo Direct - https://youtu.be/VrTVeYm4iIM?si=pKl7FPJgsFIxRLDl
1. Hardware Information (Especially as it Applies to Backward Compatibility)
The Nintendo Switch 2 introduces significant hardware upgrades while prioritizing backward compatibility with the original Switch. It features a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen with HDR and a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals in handheld mode. When docked, it supports 4K resolution at up to 120fps, aided by a redesigned dock with enhanced cooling. The console comes with 256GB of internal storage and supports microSD Express cards for faster data transfer, though standard microSD cards may not be compatible. The new Joy-Con controllers attach magnetically with a release button, are larger with bigger buttons and sticks, and can function as a mouse for certain games. A built-in microphone with noise cancellation enables voice chat via the new GameChat feature, and the system boasts improved speakers with 3D audio support.
Backward compatibility is a cornerstone, allowing most original Switch games (physical and digital) to be playable, though some exceptions exist—e.g., Nintendo Labo VR Kit won’t work due to size differences, and games relying on the original Joy-Con’s IR sensor may require legacy controllers. Nintendo uses a hybrid approach (not pure emulation) to convert Switch game data in real-time, enabling enhancements like better resolution or GameChat integration when played on Switch 2. As of April 2025, all 122 Nintendo-developed Switch games tested were compatible except Labo VR, while 20% of over 15,000 third-party titles had no issues, with others still under investigation.
2. Game Titles (Including Launch Titles and Third-Party Support)
The Switch 2 launches on June 5, 2025, with Mario Kart World as its flagship title, featuring a vast, interconnected world and 24-player races, available standalone or in a $499.99 bundle with the console. Other first-party launch window titles include Donkey Kong Bananza (July 17, 2025), a 3D platformer with destructible environments, and Kirby Air Riders, a racing sequel to Kirby Air Ride, set for later in 2025. Enhanced “Switch 2 Edition” versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will offer HDR, higher resolutions, and better frame rates, while Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A (originally Switch titles) will get upgraded versions. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a Tears of the Kingdom prequel, is slated for Winter 2025.
Third-party support is robust, with Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (including Shadow of the Erdtree) and Borderlands 4 confirmed for 2025. Other rumored or confirmed titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Hades 2 (targeting 60fps), Assassin’s Creed Mirage, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods, a steampunk-inspired Switch 2 exclusive, is planned for 2026. GameCube classics like The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker will join Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, enhancing the retro library.
3. Miscellaneous
The Switch 2 retails at $449.99 standalone, with pre-orders starting April 9, 2025, prioritized for Nintendo Switch Online members with at least 12 months of paid membership and 50 gameplay hours. The GameChat feature, activated by a “C” button on the right Joy-Con, offers Discord-like voice and video chat, possibly tied to a subscription. A new Pro Controller ($79.99) includes an audio jack and remappable buttons, while accessories like a Switch 2 Camera ($49.99) integrate with games like Super Mario Party Jamboree. Virtual Game Cards debut in late April 2025, allowing digital game transfers across consoles or temporary lending within family accounts.
Nintendo will host Switch 2 Experience events starting April 4-6, 2025, in cities like New York and Paris, offering hands-on demos. A digital-only Switch 2 Welcome Tour game launches with the console to teach players about its features via minigames. Battery life ranges from 2 to 6.5 hours, similar to the original Switch, depending on usage. Nintendo’s partnership with the Seattle Mariners will see Switch 2 logos on jerseys in 2025, boosting promotion. Game prices may rise to $90 for Switch 2 exclusives, aligning with industry trends.
Suggests
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Building on Breath of the Wild, it adds mind-blowing mechanics like Ultrahand and Recall, letting you craft insane vehicles, solve puzzles your way, and explore a world packed with secrets. The story is deeper, the world is richer, and the sense of discovery is unmatched.
Comic Books/Books
Follow-ups/Corrections
Mary Jane VENOM? - The teases have been confirmed, Mary Jane Watson is the All-New Venom. The new arc written by Al Ewing and art from Carlos Gomez is not getting very high fan response.
Reg ‘ol News
SuperLex - DC is really grasping at straws now. They have not only 2 Lex Luthors running around now, but they ALSO just gave one of them the powers of Superman.
https://comicbook.com/comics/news/supermans-lex-luthor-reveal-just-changed-everything/
Nemesis Forever - Mark Millar’s Nemesis Forever #1, illustrated by Matteo Scalera, is slated for an August 2025 release. This sequel to the ultra-violent Nemesis series has fans of Millar’s boundary-pushing comics thrilled, especially as it builds on his track record of creator-owned hits like Kick-Ass.
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/scoop-nemesis-forever-1-by-mark-millar-matteo-scalera-in-august/
Suggests
Nemesis: Reloaded - five-issue comic book limited series written by Mark Millar and drawn by Jorge Jiménez. Published by Image Comics,[3] the series is a continuation of Nemesis by Millar and Steve McNiven and Wanted by Millar and J. G. Jones. Set in the Millarworld, the series follows a new version of Matt Anderson / Nemesis who is recruited by Wesley Gibson to join the Fraternity of Super-Criminals.
TV Shows
Trailers
Rick & Morty - https://youtu.be/qqxJHq_CSGo?si=9k-3qbBdsd6xVbGI Season 8 teaser. May 25.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - https://youtu.be/PjAWSIJCcmY feels a little too much like an anthology based on this teaser, but it also seems like somehow that will work.
Reg ‘ol News
Tires - https://youtu.be/yVs55ffK__s Season 2 June 5th. Shane Gillis comedy pulls off what Archive 81 couldn’t…
Dr Who - New companion Belinda Chandra actor Varada Sethu is leaning into the “woke” accusations and wearing the word as a badge of honor. Ncuti Gatwa is returning as the Doctor. With their peak viewership down to 4.9 million from a series high of 16.1, and a regular viewership between 10 to 13M, it seems that the good Doctor is not long for this world. It’s not about Ncuti being black OR gay really, more about the content of the recent seasons, and the preachy nature.
https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/doctor-who-stars-woke-accusations-going-to-piss-off-people/
Suggests
Archive 81 - If you love slow-burn horror with a gripping mystery, Archive 81 is a must-watch. This eerie, atmospheric thriller follows an archivist uncovering sinister secrets in a decades-old tape collection—blending found footage, psychological horror, and cosmic dread. The tension builds masterfully, and the payoff is haunting.
Movies
Follow-ups/Corrections
CinemaCon
is happening this week…
Spider-Man:
Brand New Day
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Official subtitle, and release date of July 31 2026
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse - Official release date June 4, 2027.
Legend of Zelda - Live-action movie gets a March 26 2027 release date. With Wes Ball directing, and Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad producing. https://cosmicbook.news/legend-of-zelda-movie-release-date
Avengers
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Missing are the Eternals, Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Evans,
Hayley Atwell, and Mark Ruffalo of the ACTUAL Avengers, Don Cheadle’s
War Machine, Nick Fury, Benedict Cumberbatch’s Dr. Strange, Paul
Dettany’s Vision, none of the Thunderbolts, She Hulk, Deadpool,
Wolverine, Red Hulk,
Chris Evans – Steve Rogers
Hayley Atwell – Peggy Carter
Hugh Jackman – Wolverine
Ryan Reynolds – Deadpool
Halle Berry -Storm
Famke Janssen – Jean Grey
Anna Paquin – Rogue
Shawn Ashmore – Iceman
Dafne Keen – X-23
Mark Ruffalo – Hulk
Harrison Ford – Red Hulk
Jeremy Renner – Hawkeye
Benedict Cumberbatch – Doctor Strange
Benedict Wong – Wong
Tom Holland – Spider-Man
Danai Gurira – Okoye
Chris Pratt – Star-Lord
Zoe Saldana – Gamora
Bradley Cooper – Rocket Raccoon
Vin Diesel – Groot
Dave Bautista – Drax
Pom Klementieff – Mantis
Charlie Cox – Daredevil
Lashana Lynch – Binary
Iman Vellani – Ms. Marvel
Oscar Isaac – Moon Knight
Tessa Thompson – Valkyrie
Evangeline Lilly – The Wasp
Paul Bettany – Vision
Tatiana Maslany – She-Hulk
Don Cheadle – War Machine
Brie Larson – Captain Marvel
Olga Kurylenko – Taskmaster
Dominique Thorne – Ironheart
Joe Locke – Wiccan
Samuel L. Jackson – Nick Fury
Julia Louis-Dreyfus – Valentina
Hailee Steinfeld – Kate Bishop
Elizabeth Olsen – Scarlet Witch
Gwyneth Paltrow – Pepper Potts
Xochitl Gomez – America Chavez
Teyonah Parris – Monica Rambeau
Gemma Chan – Sersi
Richard Madden – Ikaris
Angelina Jolie – Thena
Salma Hayek – Ajak
Kit Harington – Dane Whitman
Kumail Nanjiani – Kingo
Lia McHugh – Sprite
Brian Tyree Henry – Phastos
Lauren Ridloff – Makkari
Barry Keoghan – Druig
Ma Dong-seok – Gilgamesh
Mahershala Ali – Blade
John
Wick
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Anime prequel confirmed happening with Reeves returning to voice the
main character, with Shannon Tindle directing and Vanessa Taylor
writing. Telling the story of how he freed himself from the High
Table.
~ALSO~
The Donnie Yen sequel movie we now know will
be directed by Yen as well as starring him. Telling the story of
Caine AFTER he too has earned his freedom from the High Table.
https://cosmicbook.news/john-wick-5-anime-donnie-yen-spinoff-cinemacon
~ALSO
ALSO~
Hailee Steinfeld has said that she WILL in fact return for
the Avengers. Though her response in the interview seems too vague to
call it for Doomsday, or Secret Wars. She DOES say that she will be
returning for AN Avengers movie though.
I Know What You Did Last Summer Reboot - a trailer was shown as CinemaCon, and we now know that the legacy characters, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. are going to serve as sort of mentors to the new cast. Gone, it would seem, though are the attempts to make the new movie more like the book it shares its name with.
https://comicbook.com/movies/news/i-know-what-you-did-last-summer-reboot-cinemacon-footage/
Coyote VS ACME - Ketchup Entertainment has officially purchased the distro rights, and is releasing the movie into theaters sometime next year.
https://comicbook.com/movies/news/looney-tunes-movie-acme-vs-coyote-theatrical-release/
Trailers
Karate Kid: Legends - https://youtu.be/LhRXf-yEQqA?si=728y8Mxsj6Yx69tC May 30th. 2 Karate Kid worlds collide with Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio. Expect cameos from Jaden Smith, and William Zabka.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 - https://youtu.be/eGV7zwjvxKs Dec 5
Reg ‘ol News
Val Kilmer - Passed away at 65. The throat cancer officially took him with complications from pneumonia.
Superman V Minecraft - With Minecrat being released this weekend, we have an Animatrix situation on our hands. Much like Final Flight of the Osiris artificially bumped the numbers for the Dreamcather movie, this extended Superman preview (5 mins or so) is set to release with the Minecraft movie.
https://cosmicbook.news/superman-preview-minecraft-marketing-april
Dogma TOUR - Kevin Smith is taking the original Dogma movie on tour, much like he has his other new movies of late. There will be 16 total stops on the tour, starting April 20th in LA, then finishing in New Jersey at Smith’s own Smodcastle Cinemas. The tour will culminate in the release of the 4k restoration of the film in theaters in 1500 theaters throughout the US and Canada on June 5th. Ticketing info on the website (ick white txt on white bg???)
Sundance - The film festival is moving to Boulder, CO from Park City UT.
Suggests
Clerks
2
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Because DUH
STREAMING: RENT on Prime or Apple TV+
Rumor Mill
New Sources
More Fuel for the Russos - Jennifer Salke fired from Amazon, rumored because of the poor reception of the James Bond plans, Rings of Power, Christopher Nolan, and the Show Citadel, which was produced and partially directed by the Russos.
Xbox Handheld - seems to be the worst kept tech secret on the internet right now. Even ASUS, who is making the thing, are teasing it at this point.
New Rumors
Strange New Worlds - Rumor has it that the next season of the Fan-approved series has undergone fairly significant reshoots after the anti-DEI policies enacted by the Trump administration. The claim states further that the pending Paramount-Skydance merger hinges on the Trump admin as well, and should it fall through Skydance plans to sue.
Blade - New director rumored to be Chad Stahelski from the John Wick franchise.
Once Upon a Time in Mexico - A sequel is in the works at Netflix? Though not a direct sequel, but an “inspired” sequel. Brad Pitt is rumored to be returning, with David Fincher being the new director (at Pitt’s recommendation). The rumor continues on by saying that DiCaprio’s involvement is being negotiated still.
Ahsoka Season 2 - Sources are reporting significant developments for the upcoming second season of the Star Wars series Ahsoka. It's claimed the season will heavily feature cosmic Force elements, including the return of the powerful entity Abeloth as a major antagonist, potentially linked to Baylan Skoll's quest from season one. Furthermore, several familiar faces are reportedly returning: Hayden Christensen is said to be a series regular as the Force Ghost of Anakin Skywalker, Ewan McGregor will appear as Obi-Wan Kenobi in flashbacks alongside the young Ahsoka actress, Liam Neeson is expected to reprise his role as Qui-Gon Jinn's Force Ghost, and Temuera Morrison will return, likely as Captain Rex. Adding to the deep lore exploration, reports suggest flashbacks to the realm of Mortis will occur, with fan-favorite voice actor Sam Witwer portraying "The Son," alongside newly cast actors for "The Father" and "The Daughter." Finally, elements involving Grand Admiral Thrawn are expected to bleed into the main galaxy timeline, reportedly featuring a scene with Princess Leia and Mon Mothma discussing the threat he poses.
Darth Maul Series - In other Star Wars news, reports indicate that Lucasfilm Animation is developing a new series centered around the popular character Darth Maul. Following his significant roles in The Clone Wars and Rebels, this potential series would further explore the former Sith Lord's story. It's also suggested that actor Sam Witwer, known for voicing Maul across various animated projects, is expected to return to voice the character in this new venture.
The Mandalorian & Grogu - movie will function as a relatively self-contained side mission. The main characters are reportedly Din Djarin, Grogu, and Rotta the Hutt (Jabba's son), with the plot lacking significant cameos or major connections to the overarching narrative being built by Dave Filoni. Concurrent reports claim that director Jon Favreau intends to conclude his primary involvement with Lucasfilm following the completion of the current Mandalorian-focused projects, including this film and potentially assisting Filoni, and is reportedly not seeking a larger leadership role within the company afterward.
All NEW Batman - Brandon Sklenar from 1923, is being heavily rumored to be cast as Batman by James Gunn.
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