Gambit

Image: MarvelJean, like Storm, gets a hairstyle change here—in the classic show she’s wearing a ponytail in this costume, but in ‘97's her hair is down. Plus, her powers have a much more vibrant, dark undertone, perhaps hinting at something fiery to come for Marvel’s premiere swooner. Image: MarvelJean, like Storm, gets a hairstyle change here—in the classic show she’s wearing a ponytail in this costume, but in ‘97's her hair is down. Plus, her powers have a much more vibrant, dark undertone, perhaps hinting at…

From the fastball special to the resurrection powers of the Five on Krakoa, the concept of mutant powers combining in unexpected ways has fascinated X-Men stories for generations. Now, X-Men ‘97 is going back to the ‘90s for a continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series, but it’s bringing with it a modern approach to action and its characters’ powers informed by that long fascination.Who Should Be The New Wolverine? io9 PicksWe’ve already seen some of X-Men ‘97's mutant combos—referred to in the comics as “mutant…

Image: MondoMondo’s line of 12" figures based on the aesthetic of the legendary ‘90s X-Men cartoon is getting a heavy hitter in everyone’s favourite southern belle/loving daughter to two lesbian terrorists, the rambunctious Rogue! But while for the most part this is a loving celebration of that ‘90s take on the character, Mondo snuck in a little something for those that loved Anna Marie’s goth phase.Revealed this week, Mondo’s X-Men: The Animated Series 1/6 scale Rogue will release with an initial limited edition run that…

Image: Rochlin/FilmMagic (Getty Images)Once upon a time, Gore Verbinski was releasing movies at a reliable cadence, from Mouse Hunt and The Ring to the Pirates of the Carribean trilogy. Things took a turn in the 2010s with a pair of box office bombs: 2013's The Lone Ranger and 2016's A Cure for Wellness. He’s been in director purgatory since then, but a potential comeback may be on the horizon with his next film.Director Francis Lawrence on Making Netflix's BioShock FilmPer Deadline, Verbinski has rounded up a cast for…

Welcome back to your Saturday morning tech injectable. This week's TMA focuses on two big tech launches. First of all, Samsung started 2024 early with its flagship smartphone series, announcing three S24 models set to go on sale at the end of the month. This time around, sure, they look like last year's phones again, but that's offset with a barrage of AI tricks and features that you can't find on any other smartphone. And isn't that the point of getting a new phone?We've also got more in-depth impressions of Apple's…

The Queen’s Gambit went from the pages of Walter Tevis’ 1983 novel to the screens of millions of Netflix users when its series adaptation premiered in 2020 — and now it’s heading to Broadway. The musical adaptation of the period drama will be driven by music and lyrics from singer and songwriter Mitski. “Before Level Forward even brought the idea of making a musical of The Queen’s Gambit, I was a fan of the Netflix show, and an even greater fan of the original novel. So I was already determined to be a member of…

The Queen's Gambit Chess has finally gone live on Android and iOS, via Netflix Games. Almost three years since the Anya Taylor-Joy-led miniseries premiered on the platform, developer Ripstone Games — best known for immersive board video games like Poker Club and Chess Ultra — has dedicated this love letter composed of lessons for newbies, puzzles, and faithfully recreated locations from the show. The game is available exclusively to Netflix subscribers, regardless of what plan you're on. Now, it's only natural for players…

Netflix has announced that it will be adding five new titles to its platform this summer. These titles are The Queen's Gambit: Chess, LEGO Legacy: Heroes Unboxed, Cut the Rope Daily, Paper Trail, and OxenFree II: Lost Signals.Oxenfree II will be available on July 12 for mobile, Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC, and Mac. The Queen's Gambit: Chess will be released on July 25, while Cut the Rope Daily will be added on August 1. Lego Legacy: Heroes Unboxed and Paper Trail are also expected to be added soon.Netflix's…

After launching Mighty Quest Rogue Palace in collaboration with Ubisoft--and confirming over 100 games are in development for the service--Netflix Games has announced the next slate of games coming to Netflix mobile apps, a list which includes its first-ever first-party title: Oxenfree 2Oxenfree 2 launches July 12 for consoles and PC, as well as exclusively via Netflix on mobile. The game is set five years after the end of the first game, and it follows a brand-new cast and story. This is Netflix Games'…

Welcome to Beth Harmon’s world. Take lessons, play puzzles and matches, or compete against friends in this stunning love letter to the award-winning drama. Beyond the chess board, players can meet familiar faces like Mr. Shaibel and Borgov, visit iconic locations including Beth’s house, the Methuen orphanage, the Las Vegas tournament, and more. From new beginners to chess masters, this immersive experience appeals to every type of fan. Welcome to Beth Harmon’s world. Take lessons, play puzzles and matches, or compete…