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JLA/Doom Patrol Special #1
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Happy Harbor feels the wrath of Milkman Man.On a very basic level, JLA/Doom Patrol unfolds like most superhero crossovers do. Two teams butt heads and battle each other for a bit before uniting in order to confront a common enemy. But given that the Young Animal line has built a reputation for highlighting the weird, mind-bending corners of the DCU, there's plenty of room to add flavor to that familiar formula. The result is a wacky team-up that captures the best qualities of Young Animal while being somewhat more approachable for readers who crave traditional superheroics.
The gist of this crossover is that an inter-dimensional corporation seeks to profit on the concept of superheroes. To do so, they've created Milkman Man, an all-American Superman analogue who furthers their goal of ushering in a safe, homogenized existence where everyone worships at the altar of their corporate oppressors. On one hand, that's an excuse for the Doom Patrol to trade punches with the milk-addled Justice League. But on the other, the premise opens the door for a thoughtful, if very bizarre, examination of the power of superheroes and and the tenuous divide between reality and fiction. As much as co-writer Gerard Way tends to draw inspiration from the work of Grant Morrison, this issue in particular reads like a love letter to Morrison's big ideas, even as it piles on more craziness and meta-humor for good measure.
Way and co-writer Steve Orlando succeed in blending their two series together into a cohesive hole. Tonally, this is much more in the vein of Way's Doom Patrol than Orlando's JLA. But something about the quirky, dysfunctional dynamic of the JLA makes them fit this conflict in a way the traditional Justice league probably wouldn't. Better still, the writers instantly begin playing the two teams off of each other in clever and satisfying ways. I got a big kick out of seeing Robotman and Lobo grow from bitter enemies to wisecracking comrades, and in seeing Space Case and Killer Frost immediately form a close-knit bond.
Artist Aco makes for a logical fit here, given both his prior experience working with Orlando and the generally psychedelic nature of his art. That said, Aco's work can often have a stiff, robotic quality given his reliance on computer-rendered figures, so it wasn't clear how well he'd fit the material in the end. But if anything, this issue is a testament to how much coloring can make or break a book. Tamra Bonvillain's vivid colors bring a newfound warmth and vitality to Aco's characters, making them feel more lively and personable. Aco's ambitious, densely constructed pages immediately capture the surreal qualities of this story. A multi-page splash montage serves as a true showcase of inspired figure work, page design and color. Unfortunately, the issue loses something when Marissa Louise steps in for Bonvaillain late in the issue. Aco's figures take on a more eerie, unnatural quality at that point.
The Verdict
Like most of the Young Animal line, JLA/Doom Patrol Special #1 is a little too weird and eccentric to be to every reader's liking. But if you enjoy a healthy dose of psychedelic imagery and fourth wall-breaking storytelling in your superhero comics, this issue won't disappoint. It makes the most of this oddball pairing even as it sets the stage for a wealth of new crossovers to come.
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Nintendo Officially Partnering With Illumination on Mario Movie
Nintendo has announced it's partnering with Illumination Entertainment on a Mario movie.
"Nintendo and Illumination are partnering on a movie starring Mario, co-produced by Shigeru Miyamoto and Chris Meledandri!" Nintendo of America announced in a post on Twitter.
Following reports this past November that the studio behind Despicable Me, Minions and Sing
Mario Kart Tour Announced for Mobile
Mario Kart is coming to mobile.
Nintendo has announced Mario Kart Tour, which, according to the company's announcement on Twitter, is "releasing in the fiscal year ending in March 2019."
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The Black Panther Soundtrack Tracklist Revealed
Kendrick Lamar has shared the tracklist and cover art for the Black Panther album he is producing and performing on.
Lamar shared the striking cover art on Twitter earlier today, revealing Black Panther: The Album will drop on February 9. Lamar is producing and curating the soundtrack with Top Dawg Entertainment founder Anthony Tiffith. Lamar is also featured on the album alongside artists such as SZA, The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Vince Staples, Jorja Smith, Khalid, and more.
The albums features songs from the movie as well as new music inspired by it. Lamar and Tiffith worked with Black Panther director Ryan Coogler to make sure the music is "specific to the needs of the film." The full tracklist is as follows:
- “Black Panther” Kendrick Lamar
- “All the Stars” Kendrick Lamar, SZA
- “X” - Schoolboy Q, 2 Chainz, Saudi
- “The Ways” - Khalid, Swae Lee
- “Opps” - Vince Staples, Yugen Blakrok
- “I Am” - Jorja Smith
- “Paramedic!” - SOB X RBE
- “Bloody Waters” Ab-Soul, Anderson .Paak, James Blake
- “King’s Dead” - Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, Future, James Blake
- “Redemption Interlude”
- “Redemption” - Zacari, Babes Wodumo
- “Seasons” - Mozzy, Sjava, Reason
- “Big Shot” - Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott
- “Pray For Me” - The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar
Black Panther opens in theaters on February 16. For more on the MCU movie, which continues to break pre-sale ticket records, find out what a handful of filmmakers, actors, and fans thought of Marvel's latest.
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The Flash Annual #1 Review
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The Flash Family is falling apart.The Flash Annual #1 is a real case of good news, bad news for readers. The good news is that it expertly sets the stage for "Flash War," one of Joshua Williamson's most promising Flash storylines to date. The bad news is that readers will have to wait months to see that story resume in the pages of the monthly series. Regardless, there's never been a better time to be reading this series.
Even if this weren't the start of a major Flash epic, the fact that this annual puts the spotlight on the original Wally West would be reason enough to give it a look. We've seen too little of Wally 1.0 in this book since he was first pulled out of the Speed Force by Barry. But at long last, Williamson delves headlong into Wally's dilemma as a refugee of the pre-Flashpoint DCU. Apart from Barry and the Titans, no one remembers this Wally or the relationships they once shared. Within a handful of pages, Williamson had me wondering why DC hasn't bothered to give Wally his own book yet. There's clearly more than enough meat there.
Regardless, this issue makes up for lost time as it explores Wally's predicament and the increasingly dire effect it's having on his relationships with Barry and Wally 2.0. It's impossible not to feel for this character as he finds himself more lost and alone than ever, while at the same time dread what seems to be the imminent collapse of the Flash family dynamic. Williamson juggles a great deal of Flash continuity as he brings Wally's ex Magenta into the picture, but the story never gets so bogged down in details that it loses sight of the emotions fueling this conflict. Meanwhile, the futuristic bookend segments do a great job of hinting at the true nature of "Flash War" and adding further wait to this brewing war.
Flash veterans Howard Porter and Christian Duce share art duties on this issue, with Porter tackling the future sequences and Duce the present-day material. That gulf in setting and time period is more than enough to make up for any inconsistencies in art style between the two, as is the steadying presence of colorist Hi-Fi. Duce's work doesn't benefit quite as much from Hi-Fi's colors as it does Ivan Plascencia's, but he brings a clean, orderly quality to his pages. Porter, meanwhile, crafts a stunning rendition of the 25th Century and a Flash Museum in ruins. Between this issue and Justice League 3000, it often seems like Porter is at his best when exploring the future of the DCU.
The Verdict
If you're not currently reading the ongoing Flash comic, this annual issue is as get a jumping-on point as any. It finally touches base with the original Wally West and makes the most of his lonely, unhappy status quo. At the same time, it also sets the stage for what promises to be an epic conflict in "Flash War." If only the wait for the rest of this storyline weren't so long...
Corsair K55 RGB Gaming Keyboard Review
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We all know mechanical keyboards are generally considered the best for gaming, but the loud clicking and jaw-dropping price of most models aren't for everyone. With that in mind we're going to be taking a look at some quieter and more affordable membrane gaming keyboards, such as the new Corsair K55 (See it on Amazon) / (See it on Amazon UK). It shares a lot of the design cues and features from its more expensive stablemates, but with quiet membrane switches and a more affordable price tag at just $50.
Design and Features
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The Corsair K55 is a membrane keyboard, which means it utilizes rubber domes under its keycaps as opposed to mechanical switches. The result is a softer keypress with a nearly silent response. Thankfully, this doesn't translate to spongy keys—there's still a pleasant amount of resistance when typing or gaming. Under the keycaps are three RGB lighting zones instead of more expensive per-key lighting. The colors on the K55 have an excellent diffused glow and really fill up the space with light, thanks to the rubberized domes and floating keycaps.
As expected from a $50 keyboard, the K55 is a plastic affair. By and large, the keyboard still has a quality feel and build. One small complaint is the strip of glossy plastic at the top of the keyboard which acts like a fingerprint and dust magnet.
The keycaps have good spacing and typing feels natural, but the faces of each key are a bit flat; I would have preferred a more concave edge to help with blindly acquiring keys while gaming. A handy set of dedicated media keys rests above the numpad, including volume control and buttons for skipping tracks. While it's not as easy to use as a roller wheel, this is one of those tradeoffs you must make for a significantly reduced price, and they are better than nothing. Unfortunately, these keys aren't illuminated, which makes it a hassle to adjust volume while gaming in the dark with an otherwise lit-up RGB keyboard.
On the left side of the K55 are six keys used for assigning and executing macros, similar to the K95 Platinum model. While the K55 macro keys lack the textured faces of the pricier model, the functionality works just as flawlessly. Macros are assigned by either using the CUE software or on-the-fly with a dedicated macro recording button at the top of the keyboard. Setting up macros with the dedicated button is super easy with a simple press and the record functionality works extremely well.
The Corsair K55 also includes a rubberized, detachable wrist rest. It works well-enough, and provides a basic level of support while the textured face does offer some nice grip. Like most keyboards in this price range, Corsair didn't include USB passthrough on the K55, so though it's not surprising it's still a bit disappointing, but again, it's just one of the drawbacks to going with a less expensive keyboard.
Software
As mentioned above, the K55 uses the same Corsair Utility Engine (CUE) used by all of the company's products. This is a good thing, as the CUE software is easily some of the best keyboard software out there—albeit that's a pretty low bar. Setting up lighting presets is pleasantly simple, thanks to a drop-down menu, as is picking custom colors for all three zones with a color wheel. Macros can be recorded from within the software with an impressive amount of detail, including the option to add keystroke delays. Overall, even though the K55 doesn't offer an as much customization as more expensive keyboards, but the options is does provide are well-designed and easy to use.
Setting up your personal light show is fairly straightforward, using either Function key shortcuts on the keyboard or just loading up the Corsair Utility Engine software. Compared to higher-end Corsair boards, the available lighting presets are fairly subpar. You can choose between a rainbow wave effect, color shift, color pulse, or just a static color. It's also possible to assign custom colors per zone, but without single-key lighting effects the results are kind of mediocre. It would have been nice if Corsair simply offered more effect presets via its software. The K55 is unable to use custom RGB profiles, which is another one of those drawbacks of going with a lesser expensive Corsair keyboard, as the higher-end boards with per-key lighting open up a ton of possibilities for lighting along with the ability to import user-made profiles.
Gaming
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The K55 may not be loaded with speedy Cherry MX Red switches, but its keys are still surprisingly suited for gaming in terms of their feel and sensitivity. Playing first-person titles like Overwatch and Destiny 2, the K55 felt plenty fast enough to keep up with the action. The keys deliver a satisfying bounce back after actuation and there was never a time where I was fumbling over the keys to move around the game. Again, the keycaps themselves could have been a little more concave on their surface, but overall they feel great. The metal supports under the longer keycaps, like the space bar are a nice feature. The larger keys on membrane boards can sometimes lead to uneven wobbling, but there's absolutely no wobble on the K55.
Personally, I'm not a huge macro-using gamer, but I did spend some time using the macro buttons on the K55 and they worked without issue. A set of six macro keys on a keyboard within this price range is uncommon, so it's definitely a selling point for MMO and MOBA players. Setting them up with the on-the-fly button on the K55 is simple, so they'll definitely come in handy.
Unlike higher-end Corsair boards, there are no swappable game-centric keycaps included with the K55. Honestly, that's probably to be expected at this price, and with the large amount of cash you're saving there's plenty of custom options available on the internet.
Purchasing Guide
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The Corsair K55 generally holds close to its $50 MSRP, but it occasionally drops to $40 on special occasions:
The Verdict
There's a wealth of budget-friendly RGB gaming keyboards on the market right now, but few of them offer such a decent array of features and feel as high quality as the Corsair K55. If you're looking for a quiet gaming keyboard, it's a great option.
Star Wars: DJ - Most Wanted #1 Review
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What makes this elite hacker tick?Warning: this review contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Last Jedi!
The biggest drawback with the current crop of Star Wars novels and comics, compared to the Expanded Universe days, is that these stories have far less freedom in which to operate. The days where where you could resurrect Emperor Palpatine in a comic or kill off Chewbacca in a novel are well behind us. That's the trade-off to having a new, Disney-sanctioned universe where every new story has its carefully chosen place in the larger scheme of things. Nowhere has this problem been felt more than with Marvel's meager offering of comics set in the post-Return of the Jedi era. It too often feels like creators are being constrained by Lucasfilm and prevented from venturing away from a very narrow path. Star Wars: The Last Jedi - DJ - Most Wanted #1 is no exception, sadly.
The second of Marvel's Last Jedi one-shots, DJ: Most Wanted shines the spotlight on Benecio Del Toro's self-interested scoundrel character. Writers Ben Acker and Ben Blacker and artist Kev Walker are tasked with exploring the character's sordid history and lending new insight into what motivates him. That's an appealing prospect, especially given how much the viewer's perception of DJ changes between his debut and his ultimate betrayal of Finn and Rose in the film. I'd certainly like to know more about a guy who simultaneously comes across as noble and the most selfish jerk in the whole galaxy.
But much like Marvel's ongoing Poe Dameron comic, DJ: Most Wanted does little to flesh out the character beyond what we already got in the movie. The takeaway from this issue is basically, "There are no good people in the universe, so I'm just going to worry about getting mine." The script is competently written, bringing a bit of crime noir flair to the Star Wars universe, but it never shows much ambition beyond that. The setting remains confined to the casinos of Canto Bight and the plot fixated on the period immediately leading up to The Last Jedi. There's no attempt to explore DJ's past or the family history and personal relationships that shaped his worldview.
Acker and Blacker also make the questionable choice to rely heavily on narrative captions, which goes against the example set by many Star Wars comics in this new Marvel era. Captions have their place, but too often they break the cinematic feel of the story without actually contributing much in return, and that's the case here. Worse, the captions are used to explain a major plot point rather than allowing that development to unfold naturally over the course of the story.
If nothing else, it's always a treat seeing Kev Walker dabble in the Star Wars universe. DJ and Doctor Aphra operate in very similar circles, so Walker was the obvious choice to tackle a comic all about the wealthy elite and the shady gamblers of Canto Bight. Walker's diverse, eclectic character designs really capture the melting pot nature of the Star Wars universe. Together with inker Marc Deering and colorist Java Tartaglia, Walker is able to paint Canto Bight as an alluring place with a very seedy and dangerous undercurrent. In a way, this interpretation of the planet actually feels more traditionally Star Wars-y than the one seen in the film. So that's one point in this book's favor.
The Verdict
There was plenty of potential for this comic to flesh out and enhance the title character. But as with all of Marvel's post-Return of the Jedi comics, the story never deviates from a narrow, established path. Apart from the always pleasing art of Kev Walker, this comic has too little to offer hungry Star Wars readers.
Diablo Creator Unveils New Game
David Brevik, creator of Diablo, has unveiled his new project, which launches this weekend into closed beta.
Brevik's new game, It Lurks Below, mixes elements of Diablo, Terraria, and Minecraft and launches on Steam later this year. The game will feature an indie/retro aesthetic, and those interested in a closer look at the game can tune in to the game's first streaming event this Friday.
The closed beta runs from Friday, February 2, to Monday evening, February 5, and participants are encouraged to stream the game. Brevik himself will stream on Friday from 9-11pm PST on Twitch. He will also stream on Saturday from 3 5- pm PST, Sunday from 10 am to noon PST, and Monday from noon to 2 pm PST.
It Lurks Below is Brevik's first major release since 2013. Creating his one-man studio, Graybeard Games, after leaving his position as CEO of Gazillion Entertainment in 2015, Brevik says it is humbling to go "from large teams making content based on huge properties like Marvel to a one-man team with a brand new idea," but he feels "like I'm finally right back where I belong - actually getting my hands dirty and creating great games."
Brian Barnett is an IGN freelance writer and proud Witch Doctor. You can follow and chat with him (he's super friendly) on Twitter at @Ribnax.
Black Panther Is Fastest Pre-Selling Superhero Movie
Black Panther has continued to break pre-sale ticket records, becoming both Fandango and Alamo Drafthouse's fastest pre-selling superhero movie.
Black Panther now outpaces all superhero movies in presales, surpassing 2016's Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Black Panther set a Fandango record earlier this month for also being the top pre-selling MCU film in the first 24 hours.
According to a Fandango survey of over 1,000 fans intending to see Black Panther, 97% want to see a different kind of superhero film, 95% are excited about the movie's positive messages, and 93% can't wait to see Chadwick Boseman in action as the titular superhero after his performance in Captain America: Civil War.
The Hollywood Reporter, meanwhile, revealed the upcoming MCU movie has sold the most advance tickets at Alamo Drafthouse theaters after 18 days on sale, surpassing Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Wonder Woman, and Justice League.
Guardians 2 only sold 72% as many tickets as Black Panther during the same time frame. Wonder Woman is the second closest closest having only sold 59% as many tickets, and Justice League is right behind with 58% as many tickets sold as Black Panther.
Black Panther opens in theaters on February 16. The film is on track for a $100 million+ opening weekend. For more on the movie, check out people's first reactions of the film on Twitter and what several filmmakers and actors thought of Black Panther.
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A Complete Guide to Sea of Thieves' Preorder Bonuses
Sea of Thieves is launching on Xbox One and PC on March 20, 2018, and looks like it might finally deliver the co-op swashbuckling life we've always wanted from a video game. Made by Rare, this shared-world pirate game lets you and your friends explore tropical islands and plunder all the treasure you can find.
If you're interested in picking up Sea of Thieves, you’ll want to know which retailers have the best price, how much they’re charging, what preorder bonuses are available, and what's up with any special tie-in merch. We have all the information you need below, so keep reading.
While Microsoft isn’t offering any special or collector’s editions of Sea of Thieves, there is a limited edition Sea of Thieves Xbox wireless controller available. It’s sold separately from the game and comes out early February 13, 2018.
Price: $75
Preorder Sea of Thieves from most retailers and you’ll receive the following extras:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to a closed beta
Now let’s look at which retailers are offering Sea of Thieves for preorder and how much they’re asking.
Amazon
Price: $60 ($48 for Amazon Prime members)
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
- 20% off for Amazon Prime members ($48 instead of $60)
Best Buy
Price: $60 ($48 for Gamers Club Unlocked members)
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
- 20% off for Gamers Club Unlocked members ($48 instead of $60)
- Sea of Thieves Collectible Coin
GameStop
Price: $60
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
Microsoft Store
Price: $60
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to a closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
Newegg
Price: $50
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to a closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
- $10 off suggested retail price
Target
Price: $60
Preorder bonus:
- Black Dog Pack
- Access to a closed beta
Exclusive deals or preorder bonuses:
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Daily Deals: Alienware 34" Curved 1440p IPS 120Hz GSYNC Gaming Monitor
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If you're looking for the ultimate beast in gaming monitors, the Alienware AW3418DW should be a tops on your list. Specs include a 34" 3440x1440 curved IPS panel display with super wide viewing angles and 99% sRGB coverage, 4ms response time, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, up to 120Hz refresh rate, and RGB lighting.
Note: This is through Dell's Member's Purchase Program. If you don't want to sign up for it, simply checkout as guest.
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Cryptocurrency is skyrocketing video card prices. It's pretty crazy. The GTX 1080 Ti is now selling for $1300 at many places, OR you could just get this complete GTX 1080 Ti equipped Alienware rig for a tad more. Specs include an 8th gen Intel Core i5-8400 six-core, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, and GeForce GTX 1080 Ti video card.
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Dell Inspiron 15 7000 15" 4K Core i5 Quad GTX 960M Laptop for $612This is a previous generation laptop with impressive gaming specs and a killer price tag. Specs include a 15.6" 4K display, Intel Core i5-6300HQ quad-core, 8GB RAM, 1TB HDD, and GeForce GTX 960M video card.
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The Bayonetta series features fast and furious action, excellent gameplay mechanics, loads of replayability, and a not so unpleasant looking main character.
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