Multiverse Tonight - The Podcast about All Your Geeky Universes

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We bounce through the biggest sci-fi and comic book headlines of the week, from Star Trek reveals and fan tourism to Star Wars publishing plans and a stacked slate of TV and movie updates. Along the way, we dig into a near-miss Young Picard idea, celebrate the Galileo shuttlecraft’s new home, and close by honoring Star Trek actor Michael Forrest. 

• Starfleet Academy season two teasers and new cast reveals 
• James McAvoy’s pitched Young Picard prequel set on the Stargazer 
• The restored Galileo shuttlecraft installation in Ticonderoga, New York 
• O...

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We run through the week’s biggest franchise headlines, from new Star Wars Skywalker Saga rumors to Marvel’s latest swirl of re-releases and clone drama. We also hit major studio and streaming moves, then close by remembering Dennis Haskins and what he meant to TV fans. 
• Star Wars planning talk around a new Skywalker Saga trilogy and Rey’s possible return 
• IMAX 70mm chatter tied to the Star Wars 50th anniversary 
• Spider Man Brand New Day theatrical re-release rumors and reported extra footage 
• Claire Temple buzz and what it could signal fo...

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We break down a major Paramount Skydance antitrust settlement and what its film release commitments and theatrical windows could mean for theaters and streaming. Then we race through the biggest geek headlines, from Star Wars publishing and IMAX plans to sequels, TV casting, awards, and a farewell to Garrett Graham. 
• Paramount Skydance settlement terms in plain language 
• Film minimums, US production spend commitments, and penalty structure 
• Theatrical window rules and what they signal for streaming timelines 
• New Star Wars middle grade graphic novel centered on Jabba’s lost treasure 
• 2027 IMAX...

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We move from a quick personal check-in and Comic-Con haul to the biggest DC, Marvel, and TV awards headlines of the week. We also take time to honor Tim Curry, Dolly Parton, and Peter Cullen and why their work sticks with us. 
• host health update after vaccinations and a weekend Comic-Con recap 
• comic collecting highlights, including autograph and back-issue finds 
• DC Studios progress as James Gunn wraps principal photography on Man Of Tomorrow 
• Spider-Noir cancellation details, viewership numbers, and what it means for Sony and Amazon’s Spider-Universe plans 
• summer bo...

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We open with our blunt take on why Star Trek Strange New Worlds season 4 isn’t landing for us, then pivot into a stacked D23 rundown across Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, games, and parks. We also hit major DC, Star Trek, and geek TV updates before closing with tributes to performers we’ve lost. 

• why Strange New Worlds season 4 feels like gimmicks over storytelling 
• the problem with constant genre homages and missing character arcs 
• canon concerns around T’Pring and why it changes older episodes 
• D23 highlights across Disney, Pixar, The...

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We celebrate a huge milestone for the show, then rip through a week where superhero projects stall out while one web-slinger redraws the box office record book. We also track major casting and adaptation updates, plus two farewells to entertainment figures whose work touched a lot of screens. 
• hitting 25,000 podcast downloads and asking listeners to share the show 
• Booster Gold no longer in development at HBO and what that signals for DC projects 
• the Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition lawsuit timeline plus trial stakes 
• Marvel’s mutants moving forward with a...

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We race through the biggest San Diego Comic-Con headlines, from Marvel’s plan to streamline the MCU after Secret Wars to a major shift that moves Marvel Comics operations from New York to Burbank. We also hit a rapid-fire run of Trek, Star Wars, animation, gaming, and business news, then close by remembering Terminator co-writer William H. Wisher Jr. 
• Marvel Studios mapping long-term plans through 2042 and teasing a post-Secret Wars reset 
• The Mutant Saga as Marvel’s next core arc and what it could mean for X-Men and Miles Morales 
• Marvel Comics...

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We run through the biggest genre headlines of the week, from DC and Star Trek to new films, TV renewals, and Emmy nominations. Then we slow down for a death-heavy night of remembrance, honoring artists and innovators whose work shaped fandoms across decades.
• host check-in on summer heat, fitness goals, and tracking digestion with a breath device 
• DC Crime rumor featuring Jimmy Olsen and Gorilla Grodd in a true crime style format 
• William Shatner on what a return as Captain Kirk would mean at 95 
• Paramount’s Freddy the 13th animated horr...

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I share my spoiler-light take on Supergirl, from its grief-driven core to the choices that set Kara up for what comes next. Then we move through major DC Studios business questions, a stacked wave of geek movie news, and two losses that shaped TV comedy and early-2000s pop culture. 
• my Supergirl review, including themes of grief, loss, and revenge 
• how the film adapts Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and where it diverges 
• Lobo’s role and what Kara’s arc reveals about her past 
• DC Studios leadership questions amid merger chatter a...

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We track the biggest comic, TV, and game headlines, from DC and Marvel getting back in the crossover business to Star Trek landing two very different new games. We also pause to remember Anthony Head, James Handy, and Anthony Gadera, and the work that made them part of so many fans’ lives. 
• DC announces a 2026 DC/Marvel crossover collection with Batman/Deadpool and Superman/Spider-Man leading 
• Short-story crossover pairings that get surprisingly bold, including Jimmy Olsen and Carnage 
• Marvel celebrates Spider-Woman’s 50th anniversary with darker mysteries and a detective angle for Jes...

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We share a personal update about planning a future run for the Kansas House of Representatives, then jump into the biggest headlines shaping sci-fi, comics, games, and movies right now. We weigh what it means to pass a hero’s mantle, recreate legends with AI, and honor the people whose behind-the-scenes work changed pop culture forever. 
• planning a 2028 run for Kansas House District 114 and why building time matters 
• Tom Holland’s comments on setting up the next Spider-Man and what Brand New Day adds 
• Stan Lee’s AI voice and likeness licens...

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I share a personal update on 3D printing and the real possibility of running for the Kansas House, then shift into a rapid tour of the week’s biggest fandom headlines. Star Trek canon hits Webtoon, studios lay out big animation and streaming plans, and we close by remembering Donald Gibb and legendary voice actor Tom Kane. 
• weighing a run for Kansas State Representative and what timing looks like in a deep red district 
• Star Trek canonical Webtoon webcomics announced for Deep Space Nine and Voyager-era timelines 
• Stargazers as a DS9-adjacen...

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We run through the week’s biggest geek headlines, from DC’s animated Superman comeback to Marvel’s next event and the business moves reshaping how fans watch, play, and collect. We also pause to honor two major creators whose work helped define modern movies and comics. 

• My Adventures with Superman season 3 return date plus why the hiatus happened 
• Reign of the Supermen inspiration and the “what’s Superman” premise 
• Cyborg Superman and a new spin on Superboy plus Lex Luthor’s role 
• Jessica Cruz Green Lantern appearance and the push to support a...

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We run through the week’s biggest sci-fi, comics, and entertainment headlines, from Star Trek’s publishing lifeline to major DC moves and a packed CinemaCon slate. We also pause to remember Sid Croft and the strange, colorful TV world he helped build. 
• spring weather check and local updates plus a new 3D printing hobby 
• Star Trek Starfleet Academy shifting to an IDW comic story with cadets cut off during a simulation 
• DC’s Superman Spider-Man issue getting a second printing with new covers and a huge creator list 
• Adria Arjona cast...

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I run through a packed set of sci-fi and pop culture headlines, from major franchise follow-ups to streaming adaptations that could define the next wave of geek TV. I also pause for the human stories behind the news, including a serious accident, a public apology, and a farewell to a beloved character actor. 
• Spaceballs follow-up details, including cast and release timing 
• Peacock greenlighting a live-action Dungeon Crawler Carl adaptation 
• Eugene Mirman recovering after a fiery toll plaza crash and rescue 
• Project Hail Mary box office success and Andy Weir’s Star Trek ap...

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We run through the biggest sci-fi, comic book, and fandom headlines, from Star Trek Starfleet Academy ending early to surprising reboot and casting moves across Marvel, DC, and beyond. We also slow down to honor creators and performers whose work shaped genre culture for decades. 
• Star Trek Starfleet Academy set to end with season two 
• frustration with short streaming seasons and thin worldbuilding 
• Ubisoft reveals Monopoly Star Wars Heroes vs Villains and what we know so far 
• Vision Quest taps a notable composer and teases MCU continuity 
• DC updates on Man...

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We break down a stacked week in pop culture: Marvel swings big with Jay and Silent Bob, DC sharpens its Absolute line, Star Wars charts a 2026 return, and the industry shifts behind the scenes. We also share updates on Bruce Campbell and honor Robert Carradine and Rob Grant.

• Marvel’s Jay and Silent Bob miniseries announcement
• Bishop limited series details and creative team
• DC Absolute Green Arrow and Absolute Catwoman concepts
• Star Wars 2026 slate across film, series, and books
• Star Trek Waze voice and Orville update
• Ted moves to a...

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We start with a quick life update on turning 50 and why adult vaccines matter, then dive into a stacked news run: Sony turns Venom animated, Star Trek expands on the page, and legacy franchises pivot. We close by honoring Bud Cort, Brad Arnold, and Tom Noonan.

• shingles and TDAP reminders and why we keep records
• Sony shifts Venom to animation with horror-savvy directors
• Spider-Verse lineage and maturity expectations
• Star Trek IV making-of book and environmental legacy
• Enterprise-G and Zero Point comics shaping post-Picard era
• TMNT summer strategy and...

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We track a week of big swings across comics, film, games, and TV: DC reschedules Clayface for Halloween, Alex Ross unveils an experimental Marvel project, and Disney names Josh D’Amaro CEO with Dana Walden as President and CCO. We share registry-worthy films, a MST3K reunion, and a heartfelt tribute to Catherine O’Hara.

• DC reshuffles dates for Practical Magic 2 and Clayface 
• Why a Halloween slot fits Clayface’s horror tone 
• Alex Ross reveals Marvel Dimensions with format-shifting art 
• Switch 2 rumor mill and notable third-party titles 
• Disney succession: J...

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We break down a quiet news week with big implications: Lucasfilm leadership plans, DC’s careful path for Batman and Robin, Invincible’s return date, and Speedy Gonzalez sprinting back under Jorge R. Gutierrez. Quick personal updates, then straight to the stories that matter.

• Lucasfilm succession with Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan
• Kennedy’s stance on AI and artist protections
• Preference to produce over executive leadership
• The Brave and the Bold scripting by Christina Hodson
• Damien Wayne’s arrival and tonal differentiation from Reevesverse
• Release calendar shifts and Invincibl...

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A rapid tour of the week’s geek news moves from Lego’s Smart Bricks for Star Wars and a record-shattering Action Comics No. 1 sale to sharp updates on Black Mirror, Disney’s live-action Tangled, and a Burton-led monster remake. We close with Godzilla Minus Zero and heartfelt tributes to Richard Dimitri and composer Guy Moon.

• Lego and Disney unveil Smart Bricks with sensors, sound, and light for Star Wars sets
• Record price for Action Comics No. 1 and why it matters to collecting
• Charlie Brooker confirms Black Mirror’s return and cre...

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A whirlwind tour through Star Wars Minis, Strange New Worlds’ finale reveals, DC’s Absolute surge, and the business of legacy IP from Peanuts to Archie. We weigh box office milestones, a 007 delay, and what TMNT’s toy shift means for collectors and kids.

• Star Wars Minis launch as a kid-friendly gateway
• Strange New Worlds adds Bones and Sulu in the finale
• DC’s Absolute Universe drives sales and awards momentum
• Brainiac casting sets stakes for Man of Tomorrow
• Disney crosses $6B worldwide with a tight slate
• IO’s 007 del...

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We race through a packed slate: Star Wars returns to theaters for its 50th, a new Old Republic game teases a distant horizon, Dogma escapes rights limbo, Disney bets big on AI, Netflix moves for Warner Bros Discovery, and we honor Jim Ward, Jeff Garcia, and Rob Reiner. Fast news, sharp context, and a candid closer on what this all means for fans and creators.

• Star Wars 50th anniversary theatrical restoration and why it matters
• New narrative-driven Star Wars game announcement and long timeline
• Dogma 4K release and Kevin Smith...

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We share a quick update on Thomas’s recovery, then dive into a packed slate: Starfighter’s composer choice, a record-breaking Superman sale, a TMNT strategy reset, Henson’s milestone auction, a graphic history expansion, and Zootopia 2’s box office run. Big themes: how music defines new stories, how IP pivots, and how fan culture preserves its past.

• Thomas’s health update and production schedule
• Thomas Newman to score Starfighter post–Rise Of Skywalker
• What a clean 9.0 Superman #1 sale signals for collectors
• Paramount’s live-action TMNT pivot and project reshuffle
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A whirlwind of geek headlines spans V for Vendetta at HBO, a fresh Star Trek film without the Kelvin cast, and Black Panther 3 moving forward with Denzel Washington. We weigh nostalgia against novelty, call out pricing shifts, and honor the legacy of Dan McGrath.

• HBO developing a V for Vendetta series with a modern political edge
• Oscar Isaac signals openness to return as Poe with caveats
• Paramount retires Kelvin Trek and greenlights a new standalone film
• Lego reveals a $400 Enterprise‑D packed with TNG details
• Court confirms Rod Roddenbe...

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Two mega-franchises landed this summer, and we brought in artist and writer Rick Stacey to pull back the cape. We start with Superman’s newest outing and ask a simple question with a thorny answer: when does reinvention enrich a legend, and when does it chip away at what makes the character feel true? From the collar and Kingdom Come-leaning emblem to David Corenswet’s earnest performance, we parse the choices that worked, the ones that nag, and why multiverse logic can both empower artists and blur brand identity. We also spar over Nich...

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A fast tour through NYCC’s biggest reveals, from Batman Nightfall and Vertigo’s revival to Starfleet Academy with Stephen Colbert, major Star Wars publishing moves, and Marvel’s next waves. We weigh what matters, what’s hype, and what could reshape the next two years.

• Batman Nightfall animated event details and creative team
• Vertigo imprint revival with ten creator-owned series
• DC–Marvel crossover reprints and new one-shots
• Star Wars books, art volumes, and comics slate
• Starfleet Academy casting, tone, and premiere timing
• Marvel animation returns and comics event roadm...

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We mark 250 with a brisk tour through the week’s biggest geek headlines, from a Star Trek Enterprise Rose Parade float to Marvel and DC milestones, Magic: The Gathering’s bold crossovers, a new Simpsons movie date, and a record-setting EA buyout. Along the way, we weigh legacy, risk, and what makes nostalgia feel new.

• Star Trek’s 60th anniversary float details and transporter illusion
• Casting hopes for the Rose Parade appearance
• Spider-Man: Brand New Day production pause and Tombstone casting
• DCU streaming surge, Superman sequel focus on Lex, Brave and...

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Thomas talks about his upcoming surgery, Plus

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is approaching its end with a shortened fifth season, intended to lead into The Original Series.
Showrunners Henry Alonso Myers and Akiva Goldsman aim for the series to conclude with Kirk's "first day on the job," focusing on the strongest elements of The Original Series rather than remaking "The Man Trap."
Akiva Goldsman has pitched a spinoff concept called "Star Trek: Year One," which would explore Kirk's initial year as captain, though the immediate focus is on...

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Geek culture expands with major announcements for Star Trek's 60th anniversary, DC's Superman sequel, and Star Wars potentially coming to the world's largest screen at the Sphere in Las Vegas.

• Star Trek celebrating its 60th anniversary with a Rose Parade float, new series including Starfleet Academy, and first-ever Lego collaboration
• James Gunn announces "Superman: Man of Tomorrow" for July 2027, featuring Superman and Lex Luthor potentially teaming up
• Star Wars may be screened on the world's largest display at the Sphere in Las Vegas ahead of A New Hope's 50th annive...

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We break down James Gunn's Superman coming to VOD early, new Star Trek games, Kumail Nanjiani's revelations about what would have been for Eternals, and remember the legacy of Terrence Stamp who passed away at 87.

• Superman hitting VOD on Friday, with James Gunn explaining the release is timed to coincide with Peacemaker season 2
• John Cena confirming Peacemaker season 2 will continue the DCU narrative throughline
• Two new Star Trek games announced: Star Trek Voyager Across the Unknown (survival game) and Star Trek Infection (VR horror experience)
• Kumail Nanjiani revealing he signe...

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We dive into the latest film industry happenings with James Gunn writing and directing the next Superman film, Matt Reeves completing The Batman Part II script for a 2027 release, and major announcements across Marvel and Star Wars franchises.

• Box office rundown reveals how superhero movies like Fantastic Four and Superman perform in today's theater climate
• James Gunn will write and direct the next Superman film while expanding DC Universe with Clayface, Supergirl, and other projects 
• Matt Reeves' Batman sequel begins filming spring 2026 with a policy of completed scripts before product...

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San Diego Comic-Con delivers major news as George Lucas makes his historic first appearance and Marvel's Kevin Feige reveals plans extending through 2032. Fantastic Four tops the box office with $118 million in its opening weekend.

• George Lucas receives standing ovation at his first-ever Comic-Con appearance while promoting Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
• Star Trek Strange New Worlds announces Muppet crossover episode created by Jim Henson's Creature Shop
• Paramount+ reveals Star Trek: Starfleet Academy teaser set in 32nd century with Holly Hunter as Chancellor
• Kevin Feige confirms Marvel scaling back to one T...

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Superman returns to theaters with a blockbuster $122 million opening weekend, marking DC Studios' successful restart under James Gunn's direction. The film resonates with audiences by focusing on the human aspects of the iconic character while delivering thrilling superhero action.

• Superman achieves $122 million domestic opening, $217 million globally
• New York City honors Jack Kirby by renaming Delancey/Essex intersection as "Yancy Street/Jack Kirby Way"
• Sean Astin announces bid for SAG-AFTRA presidency, following in mother Patty Duke's footsteps
• Denis Villeneuve's third Dune film officially titled "Dune Part 3" with IMAX sequences planned<...

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Jon Bernthal returns as The Punisher for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, while DC and Sega collaborate on Sonic the Hedgehog crossover collectibles. Matt Reeves completes The Batman 2 script despite multiple delays, now scheduled for October 2027.

• Jon Bernthal reprises his role as The Punisher for Spider-Man: Brand New Day and an upcoming 2026 Disney+ special
• Sega partners with Warner Bros, Jack's Pacific and Funko for DC Comics crossover collectibles featuring Sonic characters as Justice League heroes
• Matt Reeves finally completes The Batman 2 script after several delays, with release now set for Octobe...

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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will conclude with season five as planned, while Marvel's Vision spin-off series casts Emily Hampshire as EDITH and Thunderbolts struggles at the box office despite positive reception.

• Paramount confirms Strange New Worlds will end with season 5, currently in production
• Emily Hampshire joins Paul Bettany in Vision series as Stark's AI EDITH 
• Thunderbolts underperforms with $371 million globally despite positive reviews
• Sean Levy's Star Wars Starfighter casts Maya Goth alongside Ryan Gosling
• James Gunn confirms new Wonder Woman film in development at DC Studios
• Peter...

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We mourn the passing of Peter David, an iconic writer who shaped Star Trek, Star Wars, Babylon 5, Incredible Hulk, Supergirl, Young Justice and many other beloved properties across multiple media formats.

• Ryan Reynolds pitches Disney on creating an R-rated Star Wars property as a "Trojan horse for emotion"
• DC Comics and Marvel announce Batman/Deadpool crossover comics coming in 2025, their first major collaboration in decades
• Tania Miller cast in Marvel's Vision series as Jocasta, a character originally created to be Ultron's bride
• Disney delays Avengers: Doomsday to December 2026 and Aven...

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The entertainment multiverse buzzes with major franchise returns as Jessica Jones officially joins the MCU in Daredevil: Born Again and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds finally gets a July 17 premiere date after a nearly two-year hiatus.

• Jessica Jones actress Krysten Ritter returns to her iconic role, joining Charlie Cox in Daredevil: Born Again for its second season
• Jake Schreier in early talks to direct Marvel's new X-Men movie following positive reception to Thunderbolts
• DC Comics announces "Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum," a five-issue limited series exploring classic and newly discovered krypto...

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Thomas Townley delivers breaking geek news covering Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Star Trek, and pop culture, bringing fans the latest updates on beloved franchises alongside touching tributes to recently departed industry icons.

• Jeremy Renner reveals Disney offered half his salary for Hawkeye Season 2 following his snowplow accident
• DC's Sergeant Rock film with Colin Farrell delayed until next summer despite $65 million budget
• Star Wars Monopoly Go crossover event launched as mobile game surpasses $5 billion in revenue
• Ahsoka Season 2 officially begins filming with Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin Skywalker
• Star Trek...

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We dive into the biggest announcements from Star Wars Celebration including Hayden Christensen's return as Anakin Skywalker, Ray Park reprising Darth Maul, and exciting updates on upcoming movies and shows. The DC universe expands with Immortal Legend Batman taking the Dark Knight to space centuries into the future.

• Electronic Arts and Lucasfilm announce Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game set during Clone Wars era
• Ahsoka Season 2 will feature Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin Skywalker and Rory McCann taking over as Baylan Skoll
• Admiral Ackbar will face off agains...