James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

This Week’s Star Wars Comic Gives Us A Badass Old Ben Kenobi

Back in the days of the prequels, Obi-Wan Kenobi could flip around and swing his lightsaber everywhere like any other action hero—while Ben Kenobi was a much subdued Jedi. That is, until this week’s issue of Marvel’s Star Wars, which gives us an Old Ben who can do a lot more than silly wooping noises.…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 30 '15

Deadpool’s Secret Secret Wars Is Still The Best, Silliest Marvel Tribute

Deadpool’s Secret Secret Wars might just be the best thing to come from Marvel’s ongoing Secret Wars event. It’s not only filled with brilliant deep cuts for the classic ‘80s comic crossover, but it’s irreverently funny—and this week, it takes on the most iconic moment from the original event. https://gizmodo.com/the-oddest-goofiest-marvel-meta-joke-in-deadpools-secr-1712062488 Minor spoilers ahead for Deadpool’s…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 30 '15

Play Arts Kai’s Black Widow Is Here To Kick Ass And Have Fabulous Hair

Play Arts Kai is back with another crazy entrant to their Marvel Variants line, and—wait. This figure isn’t that crazy. It’s quite restrained, in fact. And kind of totally badass. And it’s Black Widow! Who made this figure, and what have they done with the real Square-Enix? I kid, mainly, but seriously—I was not expecting…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 30 '15

Here’s A Bonkers Rumor About the Villains of the New Spider-Man Reboot

Night Nurse might be heading to Doctor Strange—and she won’t be played by Rosario Dawson. Simon Pegg teases Idris Elba’s Star Trek Beyond character. Jessica Jones will go even further than the original comics. Plus, a new look at The Martian, The 100 casts a singer, and more. Behold, Spoilers! Spider-Man Director Jon Watts discusses…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 30 '15

Doctor Who‘s Most Surprising Cameo Will Get An Explanation This Fall

One of the biggest surprises of Doctor Who’s 50th Anniversary special was the brief moment that Peter Capaldi’s 12th Doctor joined all 13 Doctors in saving Gallifrey—but now it looks like the next season of the show will explore that cameo even further, thanks to some wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey shenanigans. Speaking in an interview with SiriusXM…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 29 '15

This 3D Tribute To Hayao Miyazaki is Jaw-Droppingly Gorgeous

Legendary Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki has created some of the most beautiful animated films—but this video tribute takes some of Miyazaki’s most-loved characters and puts them into a 3D world. The result gives you Miyazaki like you’ve never seen him before. Vimeo user and animator Dono made this incredible video, which combines the beautiful piano…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 29 '15

A Crazy Amount Of Cash Could Get You A Life-Sized He-Man Battle Cat Head

… for your wall. Ever wanted to basically do what Skeletor never could? Now’s your chance! Well, as long as you have a rather ludicrous amount of money, this massive head of poor Battle Cat from Masters of the Universe could be yours to mount above your fireplace in a mixture of sadness and pride.…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 29 '15

Will Suicide Squad Tell Harley Quinn’s Origin Story From the Comics?

Netflix wants a new season of a Marvel show to arrive every six months. A sneak peek at the next season of Doctor Who is coming to theaters. Plus new pictures from Deadpool and Batman v Superman, and new footage from The Man From UNCLE. To me, my Spoilers! Suicide Squad A stunt double stand-in…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 29 '15

Tuesday Game Room: Return Of The King’s Quest Edition

A sequel nearly 2 decades in the making—yes, classic adventure game Kings Quest is back this week, as an episodic adventure series (because honestly that’s basically how all adventure games exist now)! Are you going to check it out? Playing anything else this week? Tell us in the latest edition of Tuesday Game Room! What…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 28 '15

In This Week’s Comics: A Story About A Shrinking Man That’s Not Ant-Man

Sure, Hank Pym and Scott Lang make all that shrinking look fun, but as you can see in this week’s adaptation of the Richard Matheson classic The Shrinking Man, it can be pretty petrifying. But that’s not all in this week’s new comics—Bruce Timm writes Superman! Hacktivists! Zombie Soldiers! And more! Dark Horse Single Issues…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 28 '15

In DC’s Bombshells, Batwoman Messes Up Batman’s Origin in the Best Way

When DC announced that their series of World War II, pin-up style takes on their cadre of female heroes was getting a comic, we couldn’t wait to see some of comic’s coolest ladies swing into action—and now we’ve got a taste of just how great it is with a new, Batman-filled preview. Well, sort of…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 28 '15

Not Even Bioshock‘s Big Daddy Can Escape Funko Pops

The Big Daddies of Bioshock and the word “cute” rarely go hand in hand… until now, apparently. Yes, not even the warped weirdness and Randian politics of the hit Bioshock video games. No gods or kings, only Pops. Yes, the dearly-departed Irrational Games series is just the latest entity to be consumed by the Funko…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 28 '15

Agents Of SHIELD Gives Us Our First Look At The “New” Daisy Johnson!

A Sherlock star may have joined Star Wars: Rogue One. Batman v Superman adds another comics character. There’s even more crazy rumors about the fate of a Game of Thrones favorite. Plus new looks at Bruce Timm’s Justice League film, and unlikely casting for The Bastard Executioner. Spoilers now! Star Wars: Rogue One Sherlock actor…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 28 '15

A New Avengers Manga Sees Zombies Attack… Tony Stark’s Birthday Party?

Yeah, I was pretty much pulling this face too after reading that headline. Exclusive to the Japanese Manga service Mangabox, Avengers: Zombies Assemble, penned by Yūsaku Komiyama (who also wrote an Age of Ultron prequel manga to celebrate the film’s Japanese release) will see the Avengers plan a surprise party for Tony Stark, only to…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 27 '15

New Toys Give Us The Best Look Yet At The Mechs Of The Next Gundam Anime

A few weeks ago, a new Gundam anime was announced—and with it, new Gundam model kits. Now Bandai’s released high-res pictures of the kits, giving us our best actual look at the Mobile Suits of the upcoming series. https://gizmodo.com/a-new-gundam-anime-means-theres-new-gundam-toys-1717965387 Bandai unveiled four new kits—three 1/144 scale figures including the main Mobile Suit, Gundam Barbatos, and…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 27 '15

The 15 Most Ridiculous Badasses From Warhammer 40K

Yes, Warhammer Fantasy was home to many ridiculously badass heroes and villains. But Warhammer 40k, its sci-fi sister game set in a grim darkness where there is only war? Basically, the entire universe is made up almost solely of over-the-top buttkickers. Here’s just 15 of some of its most ludicrously badass characters. https://gizmodo.com/the-9-most-ridiculous-badasses-of-the-warhammer-fantasy-1716520822 Quick note…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 27 '15

The Coolest New Toys At The Hong Kong Animation, Comics And Games Expo

ACGHK 2015 took place over the weekend, and the best and brightest of the Asian Toy scene were out in full force, showing off their coolest products and teasing some new ones. Here’s the very best of what’s was on the show floor in Hong Kong! Hot Toys had plenty of their already-announced new figures…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 27 '15

Game Of Thrones Season 6 Could Unravel a Key Mystery From the Books

A new rumor teases a major turning point in The Force Awakens. Rachel McAdams may be in Doctor Strange after all. Ron Perlman discusses his desire to make Hellboy 3. The Flash and Arrow will set up a new character heading to Legends of Tomorrow. Plus, new looks at Batman v. Superman and Supergirl. So…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 27 '15

In Spidey, Spider-Man Is Going Back To His Teenage Years… Again

Everything old is new again—or, I guess, in the case of this new Spider-Man comic, everything young is new again. Yes, get ready to re-experience the origins and teenage life of Peter Parker for the 5 billionth time in Marvel Comics history, with a brand new series beginning later this year. As revealed by Comicbook.com…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 24 '15

Concept Art Reveals a Look Inside the Amazingly ’90s Spider-Man Cartoon

Fox’s Spider-Man: The Animated Series was pretty great, but like its X-Men counterpart, it’s very much a product of the 1990s—something that becomes achingly obvious when you remember what Peter Parker wore outside of the Spidey suit. Need a reminder? Look no further than this awesome concept art from the series. John Semper Jr., a…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 24 '15

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This Week’s Star Wars Comic Gives Us A Badass Old Ben Kenobi

Deadpool’s Secret Secret Wars Is Still The Best, Silliest Marvel Tribute

Play Arts Kai’s Black Widow Is Here To Kick Ass And Have Fabulous Hair

Here’s A Bonkers Rumor About the Villains of the New Spider-Man Reboot

Doctor Who‘s Most Surprising Cameo Will Get An Explanation This Fall

This 3D Tribute To Hayao Miyazaki is Jaw-Droppingly Gorgeous

A Crazy Amount Of Cash Could Get You A Life-Sized He-Man Battle Cat Head

Will Suicide Squad Tell Harley Quinn’s Origin Story From the Comics?

Tuesday Game Room: Return Of The King’s Quest Edition

In This Week’s Comics: A Story About A Shrinking Man That’s Not Ant-Man

In DC’s Bombshells, Batwoman Messes Up Batman’s Origin in the Best Way

Not Even Bioshock‘s Big Daddy Can Escape Funko Pops

Agents Of SHIELD Gives Us Our First Look At The “New” Daisy Johnson!

A New Avengers Manga Sees Zombies Attack… Tony Stark’s Birthday Party?

New Toys Give Us The Best Look Yet At The Mechs Of The Next Gundam Anime

The 15 Most Ridiculous Badasses From Warhammer 40K

The Coolest New Toys At The Hong Kong Animation, Comics And Games Expo

Game Of Thrones Season 6 Could Unravel a Key Mystery From the Books

In Spidey, Spider-Man Is Going Back To His Teenage Years… Again

Concept Art Reveals a Look Inside the Amazingly ’90s Spider-Man Cartoon

All the Geekiest Holiday Ornaments Coming From Hallmark This Year

A Robot Is the Newest Member of Jackass in Its ‘Best and Last’ Trailer

Canva Admits Its AI Tool Removed ‘Palestine’ From Designs, Apologizes for Any Distress It Caused

‘Shadow Lord’ Reminds Us Maul Is at His Best at His Lowest

Trump’s War on Iran Is Really Messing Up the Tech That Runs Modern Life

31 Sloths Died in a Cold Warehouse Ahead of Orlando Attraction Opening

Nvidia’s Ultimate Laptop CPU Could Break Everything We Know About PC Gaming

Gerry Conway, the Comics Legend Who Helped Forge DC and Marvel Icons, Has Died

Steam Controller Review: Trackpads Change Everything for PC Gaming

Letterboxd Is Reportedly Looking to Sell Out

Soundcore Space 2 Review: A Shockingly Stellar Value for Budget ANC Wireless Headphones

Anker’s UV Printer Can Handle Almost Anything… If You Know What You’re Doing

HP’s EliteBoard Keyboard-Computer Proves We Can Stick a PC in Anything

Sleep-Tracking Earbuds Didn’t Fix Me, but They Did Open My Eyes

I’ve Tested a Lot of Bad Smart Glasses and These Are the Worst Yet

Roborock’s Qrevo Curv 2 Flow Is the Ultimate Robot Mop—If You Don’t Have Corners or Walls

Alienware’s $350 QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Nixes Everything for a Pretty Screen

Sony Inzone H6 Air Review: A Perfect Case for Open-Back Gaming Headsets

Anker’s EufyMake E1 Finally Brings Printers Out of the Dark Ages

The Soundboks Mix Is Going to Make You the Most Popular Guy at the Park