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Geek Dad
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Review – Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #1: Monster Squad
Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2 #1 cover, via DC Comics. Ray: Crossovers are always full of potential for new stories that can't be told anywhere else, and they often result in wild and crazy action – and it doesn't get any wilder and crazier than pitting the entire DCU against the world's most famous kaiju. The first volume was a high-stakes adventure that saw several iconic DC heroes meet their end in what turned out to be an out-of-continuity tale. Now, four years later, Earth has returned to normal. The heroes are celebrating the wedding of Barry and Iris (although she still doesn't know his secret ID), and Lex Luthor has gone from prison to Task Force X. But the Suicide Squad isn't what it used to be. Amanda Waller has a new co-leader, a mysterious Colonel who at first looked like Rick Flag to me but doesn't act like that heroic military man. And he has a plan in case of the next kaiju invasion – fighting fire with fire, and some mad science. Contingency. Via DC Comics. The plan is to turn normal-sized Squad members into Kaiju, and King Shark is the first in the barrel. The process works, but turns him into a rampaging beast that attracts Godzilla's attention. It works about as well for him as you'd think. Meanwhile, Mercy Graves is seeking help to find Lex after he was disappeared, and the hunt leads the Justice League to a portal directly to Skull Island. Kong doesn't seem particularly happy to see them. This issue is a lot of fun, with some great visuals, although it does spend a good amount of time setting things up for this new chapter. The big twist comes at the end, with another shocking character death (or so it seems) and the reveal of a character's identity that's a surprising deep cut. Unlike the first volume, this feels like it'll benefit a lot from knowing both DC and Godzilla lore, as the creators are ready to go into some deeper Monsterverse stuff. To find reviews of all the DC issues, visit DC This Week. GeekDad received this comic for review purposes. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Crush Colossal Kaiju with a Game-Changing Blow: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Unveils Details for Original Story!
Voice Actress Akari Kito Cast as Original Character for the Game, Sagan Shinomiya! LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on Naoya Matsumoto's hit manga series, Kaiju No. 8, currently serialized on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ and with over 18 million copies printed and distributed in Japan (including digital editions) across 15 published volumes, the anime Kaiju No. 8 has garnered immense popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, particularly in North America. Building on this global success, Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, a new title for smartphones and PC, is being developed by the powerhouse team of Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G. • Original Story Details Finally Unveiled!Today, during the Kaiju No. 8: Defense Force Boot Camp in Yokohama event, brand-new information regarding the original story of Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME was officially announced. Mysterious gates known as the Kaiju Dimensional Gates have suddenly appeared due to the actions of a certain Kaiju. In this new Kaiju No. 8 world, where Kaiju with unknown powers appear not only in Japan but across the globe, Identified Kaiju that were once thought to be defeated now confront the Defense Force by passing through these Kaiju Dimensional top of that, unknown Kaiju possessing special abilities—and seemingly responsible for the creation of these Kaiju Dimensional Gates—continue to cross over the boundary between dimensions to launch their attacks. Their appearance has led to a series of battles against colossal Kaiju. • Special Dimensional Gate Response Unit "CLOZER" and Original Character "Sagan Shinomiya" Revealed! In addition, the Closing Order with Zero Restrictions (CLOZER), a newly formed special unit established to investigate the mysteries surrounding the Kaiju Dimensional Gates, has been officially unveiled, along with original character Sagan Shinomiya, the leader of CLOZER, is the adoptive older sister (not related by blood) of Kikoru Shinomiya. This original game character moved to the United States and enlisted in the American Defense Force after being adopted into the Shinomiya family. Although details about Sagan Shinomiya's weaponry and the battles she will face remain under wraps, players can look forward to her key role in the action-packed story ahead. • Akari Kito Cast as Sagan Shinomiya! Greetings Video Also Released Finally, it has been officially announced that Japanese voice actress Akari Kito will be voicing the newly revealed original character Sagan Shinomiya!A special greetings video from Akari Kito has also been released in which she shared her thoughts on joining the project: "I'll be joining as an original character for the game. I'm thrilled about it! I think Sagan has this tough look to her and just comes across as so cool. I think she's pretty serious, but she's also a great and honest person. I've been so excited to play this character and record her lines." • Watch Akari Kito's Voice Actor Greetings Videohttps:// • About KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Title: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Planning & Production: Akatsuki Games Inc., TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc. Development & Operation: Akatsuki Games Inc. Publicity Cooperation: TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc. Distribution: Akatsuki Games Inc. Available Platforms: App Store,Google Play, Steam Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, French Price: Free-to-play (with in-app purchases) Copyright Notice: © JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G Official Game Website: Official Game X: Official Game YouTube: App Store: Google Play: Steam: Dedicated Careers Page for Game Developers: • About Anime Kaiju No. 8 Based on the popular manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, currently serialized on Shonen Jump+ (Shueisha) since 2020, the anime Kaiju No. 8 portrays intense battles between the Japan Defense Force, tasked with eliminating Kaiju, the monstrous creatures that routinely threaten human lives. The original manga has surpassed 18 million copies in circulation (including digital editions), and the series has accumulated over 700 million views on Shonen Jump+ as of April anime aired from April to June 2024 and quickly gained massive popularity, reaching No. 1 on domestic daily rankings across major streaming platforms in Japan. A theatrical compilation of Season 1, along with the side story "Hoshina's Day Off," was released on March 28, 2025. The anime's Season 2 is officially scheduled to air in July 2025. Official Website: Official X: • Company Overview: Akatsuki Games Inc. It is our mission to connect the emotions of people around the world by putting our beliefs and "why" into games. We challenge ourselves to create global hits as a world-class game company with the highest standards of development and operation in addition to the experience of operating games such as Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle (published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.) and Romancing SaGa Re; Universe (published by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.), we are taking on the challenges of using high-end 3D graphics display and development on multiple devices. We will deliver the highest quality games for everyone around the world to enjoy. Official Website: Founded: December 2021 Representative: CEO Yuki Totsuka Headquarters: 8F oak meguro, 2-13-30 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Business Activities: Game Development & Operations Please be sure to include the following copyright notice when publishing articles or images related to this release:© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G Additional Assets: HERE View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Akatsuki Games Inc.
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Crush Colossal Kaiju with a Game-Changing Blow: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Unveils Details for Original Story!
Voice Actress Akari Kito Cast as Original Character for the Game, Sagan Shinomiya! LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on Naoya Matsumoto's hit manga series, Kaiju No. 8, currently serialized on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ and with over 18 million copies printed and distributed in Japan (including digital editions) across 15 published volumes, the anime Kaiju No. 8 has garnered immense popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, particularly in North America. Building on this global success, Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, a new title for smartphones and PC, is being developed by the powerhouse team of Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G. • Original Story Details Finally Unveiled! Today, during the Kaiju No. 8: Defense Force Boot Camp in Yokohama event, brand-new information regarding the original story of Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME was officially announced. Mysterious gates known as the Kaiju Dimensional Gates have suddenly appeared due to the actions of a certain Kaiju. In this new Kaiju No. 8 world, where Kaiju with unknown powers appear not only in Japan but across the globe, Identified Kaiju that were once thought to be defeated now confront the Defense Force by passing through these Kaiju Dimensional Gates. On top of that, unknown Kaiju possessing special abilities—and seemingly responsible for the creation of these Kaiju Dimensional Gates—continue to cross over the boundary between dimensions to launch their attacks. Their appearance has led to a series of battles against colossal Kaiju. In addition, the Closing Order with Zero Restrictions (CLOZER), a newly formed special unit established to investigate the mysteries surrounding the Kaiju Dimensional Gates, has been officially unveiled, along with original character Sagan Shinomiya. Sagan Shinomiya, the leader of CLOZER, is the adoptive older sister (not related by blood) of Kikoru Shinomiya. This original game character moved to the United States and enlisted in the American Defense Force after being adopted into the Shinomiya family. Although details about Sagan Shinomiya's weaponry and the battles she will face remain under wraps, players can look forward to her key role in the action-packed story ahead. • Akari Kito Cast as Sagan Shinomiya! Greetings Video Also Released Finally, it has been officially announced that Japanese voice actress Akari Kito will be voicing the newly revealed original character Sagan Shinomiya! A special greetings video from Akari Kito has also been released in which she shared her thoughts on joining the project: "I'll be joining as an original character for the game. I'm thrilled about it! I think Sagan has this tough look to her and just comes across as so cool. I think she's pretty serious, but she's also a great and honest person. I've been so excited to play this character and record her lines." • Watch Akari Kito's Voice Actor Greetings Video • About KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME © JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G • About Anime Kaiju No. 8 Based on the popular manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, currently serialized on Shonen Jump+ (Shueisha) since 2020, the anime Kaiju No. 8 portrays intense battles between the Japan Defense Force, tasked with eliminating Kaiju, the monstrous creatures that routinely threaten human lives. The original manga has surpassed 18 million copies in circulation (including digital editions), and the series has accumulated over 700 million views on Shonen Jump+ as of April 2025. The anime aired from April to June 2024 and quickly gained massive popularity, reaching No. 1 on domestic daily rankings across major streaming platforms in Japan. A theatrical compilation of Season 1, along with the side story "Hoshina's Day Off," was released on March 28, 2025. The anime's Season 2 is officially scheduled to air in July 2025. • Company Overview: Akatsuki Games Inc. It is our mission to connect the emotions of people around the world by putting our beliefs and "why" into games. We challenge ourselves to create global hits as a world-class game company with the highest standards of development and operation in Japan. In addition to the experience of operating games such as Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle (published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.) and Romancing SaGa Re; Universe (published by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.), we are taking on the challenges of using high-end 3D graphics display and development on multiple devices. We will deliver the highest quality games for everyone around the world to enjoy. Please be sure to include the following copyright notice when publishing articles or images related to this release: © JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Crush Colossal Kaiju with a Game-Changing Blow: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Unveils Details for Original Story!
Voice Actress Akari Kito Cast as Original Character for the Game, Sagan Shinomiya! LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on Naoya Matsumoto's hit manga series, Kaiju No. 8, currently serialized on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ and with over 18 million copies printed and distributed in Japan (including digital editions) across 15 published volumes, the anime Kaiju No. 8 has garnered immense popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, particularly in North America. Building on this global success, Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, a new title for smartphones and PC, is being developed by the powerhouse team of Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G. • Original Story Details Finally Unveiled!Today, during the Kaiju No. 8: Defense Force Boot Camp in Yokohama event, brand-new information regarding the original story of Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME was officially announced. Mysterious gates known as the Kaiju Dimensional Gates have suddenly appeared due to the actions of a certain Kaiju. In this new Kaiju No. 8 world, where Kaiju with unknown powers appear not only in Japan but across the globe, Identified Kaiju that were once thought to be defeated now confront the Defense Force by passing through these Kaiju Dimensional top of that, unknown Kaiju possessing special abilities—and seemingly responsible for the creation of these Kaiju Dimensional Gates—continue to cross over the boundary between dimensions to launch their attacks. Their appearance has led to a series of battles against colossal Kaiju. • Special Dimensional Gate Response Unit "CLOZER" and Original Character "Sagan Shinomiya" Revealed! In addition, the Closing Order with Zero Restrictions (CLOZER), a newly formed special unit established to investigate the mysteries surrounding the Kaiju Dimensional Gates, has been officially unveiled, along with original character Sagan Shinomiya, the leader of CLOZER, is the adoptive older sister (not related by blood) of Kikoru Shinomiya. This original game character moved to the United States and enlisted in the American Defense Force after being adopted into the Shinomiya family. Although details about Sagan Shinomiya's weaponry and the battles she will face remain under wraps, players can look forward to her key role in the action-packed story ahead. • Akari Kito Cast as Sagan Shinomiya! Greetings Video Also Released Finally, it has been officially announced that Japanese voice actress Akari Kito will be voicing the newly revealed original character Sagan Shinomiya!A special greetings video from Akari Kito has also been released in which she shared her thoughts on joining the project: "I'll be joining as an original character for the game. I'm thrilled about it! I think Sagan has this tough look to her and just comes across as so cool. I think she's pretty serious, but she's also a great and honest person. I've been so excited to play this character and record her lines." • Watch Akari Kito's Voice Actor Greetings Videohttps:// • About KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Title: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Planning & Production: Akatsuki Games Inc., TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc. Development & Operation: Akatsuki Games Inc. Publicity Cooperation: TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G, Inc. Distribution: Akatsuki Games Inc. Available Platforms: App Store,Google Play, Steam Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, French Price: Free-to-play (with in-app purchases) Copyright Notice: © JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G Official Game Website: Official Game X: Official Game YouTube: App Store: Google Play: Steam: Dedicated Careers Page for Game Developers: • About Anime Kaiju No. 8 Based on the popular manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, currently serialized on Shonen Jump+ (Shueisha) since 2020, the anime Kaiju No. 8 portrays intense battles between the Japan Defense Force, tasked with eliminating Kaiju, the monstrous creatures that routinely threaten human lives. The original manga has surpassed 18 million copies in circulation (including digital editions), and the series has accumulated over 700 million views on Shonen Jump+ as of April anime aired from April to June 2024 and quickly gained massive popularity, reaching No. 1 on domestic daily rankings across major streaming platforms in Japan. A theatrical compilation of Season 1, along with the side story "Hoshina's Day Off," was released on March 28, 2025. The anime's Season 2 is officially scheduled to air in July 2025. Official Website: Official X: • Company Overview: Akatsuki Games Inc. It is our mission to connect the emotions of people around the world by putting our beliefs and "why" into games. We challenge ourselves to create global hits as a world-class game company with the highest standards of development and operation in addition to the experience of operating games such as Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle (published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.) and Romancing SaGa Re; Universe (published by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.), we are taking on the challenges of using high-end 3D graphics display and development on multiple devices. We will deliver the highest quality games for everyone around the world to enjoy. Official Website: Founded: December 2021 Representative: CEO Yuki Totsuka Headquarters: 8F oak meguro, 2-13-30 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Business Activities: Game Development & Operations Please be sure to include the following copyright notice when publishing articles or images related to this release:© JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G Additional Assets: HERE Photo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Akatsuki Games Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release date and streaming platforms confirmed: Anime fans rejoice, call it 'better than Solo Leveling'
Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release date and streaming platforms confirmed: After months of anticipation, Kaiju No. 8 fans finally have something solid to look forward to. The anime's official website and social media accounts confirmed that season 2 is coming this July, which is sooner than fans had expected. The second season will stream globally, just like the first, with Crunchyroll and X carrying the episodes outside of Japan. Along with an announcement, a powerful new key visual showing the Defense Force in full action mode was also released. A look back at Kaiju No. 8's story Based on Naoya Matsumoto's manga, Kaiju No. 8 follows Kafka Hibino, a man who once dreamed of fighting Kaiju but ended up working as part of a clean-up crew instead. His childhood promise to Mina Ashiro, now a Captain in the Defense Force, has long since faded but a chance encounter with a determined recruit named Reno Ichikawa brings back his almost dead passion. What Kafka doesn't expect is the transformation he undergoes, turning into a half-Kaiju himself. As season 1 ended, Kafka's secret was exposed, and he was recruited on a probationary basis to help the Defense Force, which is keeping a very close eye on whether his monstrous side will go out of control. When is Kaiju No. 8 season 2 coming out? Mark your calendars. Kaiju No. 8 season 2 officially premieres on July 19, and for the fans who have been keeping score, that's right in the thick of the Summer 2025 anime season. Where to watch Kaiju No. 8 season 2? The show will air in Japan and stream globally at the same time via Crunchyroll and X. In addition, a new original episode titled Hoshina's Day Off will premiere ahead of the new season on July 5, 2025, as part of the pre-season lead-up. That special was previously screened during the Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon event but is now getting a proper broadcast release, at least in Japan and on X. Fans can't wait to dive back in Reactions of fans have been overwhelmingly positive, with many calling Kaiju No. 8 one of the best action anime in recent years. One user chimed in, 'Better story than Solo Leveling, tbh,' while another excitedly mentioned listening to OneRepublic's Invincible, already treating it like the season 2 soundtrack. The sentiment is clear—viewers are hyped, and July can't come soon enough. 'Eagerly waiting for it,' wrote one fan, while another added, 'About time, one of the best I've seen.' What to expect from Kaiju No. 8 season 2 With Kafka now officially part of the Defense Force, even though he's under a close watch. Season 2 is expected to pick up directly where the first left off, diving straight into the conflict as the Kaiju threat escalates. With Ichiro Okouchi writing the scripts and Shigeyuki Miya directing, the team at Production I.G. looks locked in to deliver something even more intense and character-driven. If the new key visual is anything to go by, we're about to see the Defense Force operating at full strength—and Kafka walking a tightrope between saviour and threat. If you haven't watched season 1 yet, now's the time to catch up. July isn't far off, and from the looks of it, Kaiju No. 8 season 2 is going to be bigger and better than ever. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
