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IGN Comics SMASH!! Podcast, Episode 23

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:45:00 PDT

The IGN Comics SMASH!! crew reconvened this week to chat about the latest news regarding comic books, whether related to movies, television or the week's releases. Joining Comics EIC Richard George this week were Database Commander Dan Iverson and IGN TV Editor Eric Goldman. Dan Phillips joined in spirit while he watched television (go Survivor!).

Venom, Galactica, Terminator Statues Revealed

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:16:00 PDT

Sideshow is back again with another look at their upcoming product releases. Recent weeks have shown a heavy slant towards Marvel Comics' characters. While this week brings a lone new Marvel statues, science fiction franchises seem to be the name of the game.

Mike Deodato Blog

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:19:00 PDT

Runaways Vol. 3 #2 Review

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:09:00 PDT

IGN reviews Runaways Vol. 3 #2.

Comic Book Reviews for September 24, 2008

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:08:00 PDT

Welcome to the latest IGN Comics review index. If you've been here before, you know the drill. If you haven't, here's how it works. We grade on a 100-point scale. Numerically this is represented as a 10 point system with 0.1 increments. These scores also translate to particular labels which you'll find below that Final Score. Simple enough?

McFarlane's New Spawn Revealed

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:40:00 PDT

With Spawn #185, McFarlane will be taking a more active role in the series he created. Whilce Portacio will be handling pencil duties with Jin Han on colors. Brian Holguin will be co-writing with McFarlane, who will also be digitally inking Portacio's line work and tackling some of the editing duties. Today IGN Comics is able to debut the first five pages from Spawn #185. We also spoke with McFarlane briefly about his plans for the series going forward.

DC Pulls Plug On Minx

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:44:00 PDT

Though it may come as no surprise to those keeping detailed track of solicits, DC Comics is shutting down its Minx imprint. The publisher issued a brief statement this morning.

Sub-Mariner: The Depths #2 Preview

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:29:00 PDT

Atlantis. Throughout the ages, a few men have wondered if this fabulous place actually exists. Fewer have imagined that the city is protected by a wild and vengeful being, the very embodiment of the untameable depths themselves -- the Sub-Mariner.

Ultimates 3 #5 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:57:00 PDT

IGN reviews The Ultimates 3 #5.

Hulk #6 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:48:00 PDT

IGN reviews Hulk #6.

Fables #76 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:50:00 PDT

IGN reviews Fables #76.

Trinity #17 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:22:00 PDT

IGN reviews Trinity #17.

New Avengers #45 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:48:00 PDT

IGN reviews New Avengers #45.

Captain America #42 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:04:00 PDT

IGN reviews Captain America #42.

Superman #680 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:07:00 PDT

IGN reviews Superman #680.

Nova #17 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:51:00 PDT

IGN reviews Nova #17.

Immortal Iron Fist: Orson Randall and the Death Queen of California Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:50:00 PDT

IGN reviews Immortal Iron Fist: Orson Randall and the Death Queen of California.

Black Panther #41 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:48:00 PDT

IGN reviews Black Panther #41.

Avengers: The Initiative #17 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:47:00 PDT

IGN reviews Avengers: The Initiative #17.

All-Star Batman & Robin #10 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:45:00 PDT

IGN reviews All-Star Batman & Robin, The Boy Wonder #10.

Star Wars: Legacy #28 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:43:00 PDT

IGN reviews Star Wars: Legacy #28, the ninth part of the "Vector" crossover.

Solomon Kane #1 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:42:00 PDT

IGN reviews Solomon Kane #1.

X-Men: Legacy #216 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:31:00 PDT

IGN reviews X-Men: Legacy #216.

X-Force #7 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:30:00 PDT

IGN reviews X-Force #7.

Wolverine: Origins #28 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:20:00 PDT

IGN reviews Wolverine: Origins #28.

Ultimate Spider-Man #126 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:18:00 PDT

IGN reviews Ultimate Spider-Man #126.

Thunderbolts #124 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:17:00 PDT

IGN reviews Thunderbolts #124.

Secret Invasion: Amazing Spider-Man #2 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:14:00 PDT

IGN reviews Secret Invasion: Amazing Spider-Man #2.

Samurai: Legend #1 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:12:00 PDT

IGN reviews Samurai: Legend #1.

Marvel 1985 #5 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:08:00 PDT

IGN reviews Marvel 1985 #5.

Fantastic Four #560 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:06:00 PDT

IGN reviews Fantastic Four #560.

Deadpool #2 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:02:00 PDT

IGN reviews Deadpool #2.

Teen Titans #63 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:00:00 PDT

IGN reviews Teen Titans #63.

Superman/Batman #52 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:59:00 PDT

IGN reviews Superman/Batman #52.

Northlanders #10 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:55:00 PDT

IGN reviews Northlanders #10.

Jack of Fables #26 Review

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:52:00 PDT

IGN reviews Jack of Fables #26.

Deadpool #3 Preview

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:33:00 PDT

As the next generation of Super-Skrull prepares to wreak havoc on our unsuspecting planet, Deadpool reveals his ultimate plan -- a plan that is completely and utterly insane. Will it succeed? Will it fail? Will it…do BOTH!? Don't miss out on the event that will re-establish Deadpool as one of the most controversial characters in the Marvel Universe!

Samurai: Legend #1 Preview

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:33:00 PDT

Writer Jean-Francois Di Giorgio and artist Frédéric Genêt tap into the rich mythology of the noble Samurai, creating a nuanced look at the fabled Japanese warriors, in the hit series that took Europe by storm! A samurai seeks to discover the answers to his mysterious past, as one of Japan's most important figures seeks to betray the Emperor—but just how are both connected to the 13th prophet? And what does it mean for the future of Japan? Plus, this issue features a variant exclusive to the U.S market!

Beyond LEGO Batman

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:07:00 PDT

With the release of Lego Batman this week, the Lego game has become a franchise in its own right. While not overly complex or detailed, the Lego games offer gamers fun bouts of entertainment depicting popular heroes in a new light. After the brilliant but depressing Dark Knight, the world could do with a more humorous incarnation of Batman anyway. The following eight comics – in our opinion, at least – would make for excellent Lego games if done right.

Superman #680 Preview

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:59:00 PDT

The grand finale of the Atlas epic finds Superman's foe seemingly victorious! With Superman down for the count, who can stand in the way of the city's supposed new ruler? Enter Krypto, (Super)man's best friend, who will do anything to protect his master. Don't miss Krypto at his most heroic, a worthy addition to the Superman Family – and a very good boy. Plus: A new, magical character settles in Metropolis, just when Superman needs him most.