May movie preview: gotta watch ’em all

May Movie Preview: Gotta Watch ’em All

In all likelihood the highest grossing movie of May will be Avengers: Endgame, which of course was released in April. But don’t let that distract you from the gems that are among the May movie list. It’s a big list. There’s definitely a “diamond in the rough” joke to be made here with Aladdin coming…

Kawaii pixels shop owner tells us about her cute creations

Kawaii Pixels Shop Owner Tells Us About Her Cute Creations

We can all agree that, as a geek, one of the best things about conventions and the internet is the ability to find unique pieces of nerdy memorabilia that are both one-of-a-kind and positively adorable. So, naturally, we get excited when we come across talented people with phenomenal shops of geeky goodness online. Today we…

Christmas trees that will totally geek you out

Christmas Trees That Will Totally Geek You Out

There is definitely no single recipe for decking out a Christmas tree, and that’s what makes them so great. Geeks of many different variations have taken advantage of this fact and have come up with some really creative stuff. Check out this list of the nerdiest trees around that will have you amazed, inspired, and…

Makeup inspiration for any fandom

Makeup Inspiration for Any Fandom

If you are a geek who likes to dress up your face, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the fantastic options out there: Harry Potter The Harry Potter fandom has a wide variety of options when it comes to makeup and makeup accessories. There are eyeshadows named after places and things in the…

Gotcha! Legendary snags rights to live-action pokémon movie

Gotcha! Legendary Snags Rights To Live-Action Pokémon Movie

The Pokémon renaissance is in full swing, and Hollywood is eager to capitalize on the renewed zeitgeist. After news broke on July 12 that a film deal was being offered up by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company,  it’s been announced this week that Legendary Entertainment has purchased the rights to the very first live-action Pokémon movie. Based…

Japan voted on their favorite pokémon and the results are in!

Japan Voted on Their Favorite Pokémon and the Results Are In!

Anyone that watches the news, heck anyone that knows what year it is, knows that it is a presidential election year and we are in the supremely long and very arduous process of choosing the person who will be the next president of the United States. Well over in Japan, they have been having a…

September’s loot crate will shock you!

September’s Loot Crate Will Shock You!

This month’s Loot Crate wants to be the very best, like none has ever been. To win your hearts is its real test, to wow you is its cause…. But before we get to all that… Summon This month’s theme was Summon. Now, I am not going to lie. I didn’t see how ALL the…

Gotta catch ‘em all! – literally

Gotta Catch ‘Em All! – Literally

Oh, you know what this is about. That one franchise about a kid named Ash Ketchum from Pallet Town. Made into several movies, a popular childhood card game, and now made into many different video games – Pokemon. But now, instead of playing the many seemingly repetitive games of catching Pokemon and training them to…

Top 5 video game closet cosplay ideas for newbies

Top 5 Video Game Closet Cosplay Ideas for Newbies

Many of us are longtime gaming fans, but as new cosplayers, emulating your favorite video game character can be a huge undertaking. That’s why I want to talk about the top 5 video game closet cosplays that even newbies can make their own. They’re all pretty simple, recognizable, and a great way to start your…

Games you never get too old to play

Games You Never Get Too Old To Play

Did you wear a disguise to buy the latest Pokémon game? Hide somewhere to play the newest Animal Crossing? Open incognito windows to keep up on the latest Mario Kart news? Well you’re not alone. The 80s and 90s kids that grew up with games like Pokémon and Mario aren’t growing out of them and…

New pokemon omega ruby and alpha sapphire trailer

New Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Trailer

More Information About Hoenn Remakes Nintendo has released another trailer for the upcoming Pokemon remakes Alpha Sapphire and Omega Red! This time showing off the gym leaders, Elite Four members as well as all kinds of new features. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfJqaQJjh2Q]   There are clearly emphasis on the Gym Leaders and some of the Elite Four. The Gyms themselves definitely are…

Secret bases recieve tune up in pokemon remakes

Secret Bases Recieve Tune Up in Pokemon Remakes

New Info about Hoenn Remakes In the original Ruby and Sapphire the so called “Secret Bases” were an interesting new feature, but not much motivation behind making one. In the new remakes of the Generation III Pokemon games, that definitely is not the case!! Nintendo has officially renamed them “Super Secret Bases” and given all…

Digimon vs. Pokemon:  a retrospective in monster marketing

Digimon vs. Pokemon:  A Retrospective in Monster Marketing

There are some franchises that never truly dissipate. Some grow in scope or simply maintain their status quo even as the target audience grows old enough to understand how much marketing and propaganda was squeezed into their tiny heads to sell TMNT lampshades and Power Rangers dental floss. Two such franchises have battled for almost…

Pokémon omega ruby/alpha sapphire: all aboard the hype train to hoenn

Pokémon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire: All Aboard the Hype Train to Hoenn

Pokémon is one of the most profitable franchises on the planet.  I love it, you love it, the little two-year-old who can barely talk loves it, and that middle aged virgin who lives down the street loves it too. It’s a perpetual money machine, constantly churning out more and more lovable monsters with their own…