Source: Bandai
In February, Bandai is launching a new soft vinyl figure line, "JAPAN GODZILLA," which will feature designs and coloring with a uniquely Japanese "wa" motif. Wa (和) is a concept that...
Source: CCP JAPAN press release
The Japanese figure manufacturer CCPJAPAN has begun accepting pre-orders for the "CCP Middle Size Series Godzilla EX [Vol. 7] (CCP ミドルサイズシリーズ ゴジラEX【第7弾】, CCP Midoru Saizu Shirīzu...
Source: Amusement Media Academy press release
Amusement Media Academy (Shibuya, Tokyo, President: Naotaka Yoshida), a vocational school in Tokyo that provides training for professionals in the entertainment industry, will hold a...
Become Godzilla and destroy buildings on the Battle Royale island
Source: Epic Games Japan, Epic Games press releasesOfficial Site: https://www.fortnite.com
Look out! Something massive is afoot. Godzilla and Kong are arriving in...
Dark Heroes and Monsters Will Soon Appear!Source: Tsuburaya Productions press releasesOfficial Site: https://ultraman-cardgame.com/
Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Masayuki Nagatake) is pleased to announce that the third...
Source: Entertainment Hobby Shop JUNGLE press release
Jungle Co., Ltd. (Head office: Nipponbashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; CEO: Koji Shiota) will host the Ultraman Zero POP UP STORE feat. Ultraman...
Source: Booming Co. press release
The visual fitness pop group "Lekkazan 3rd" (三代目レッカザン, Sandaime Lekkazan), known for their connection to Tsuburaya Music, have released their first record. The group's new music...
Source: Tsuburaya ProductionsOfficial Site: https://m-78.jp/arc-the-movie/ (Japan)Official Twitter: twitter.com/ultraman_series
Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and COO: Masayuki Nagatake) has provided SciFi Japan with an update for ULTRAMAN ARC THE...
Source: Toho Co., Ltd. press release Official Site: godzilla.com Special Thanks to Sarah Allen TOHO Games, the game division of Toho Co., Ltd. today announces the 2021 worldwide release of three free-to-play Godzilla mobile games: "Run Godzilla", "Godzilla Destruction", and "Godzilla Battle Line". "Run Godzilla" will be released worldwide (excluding Japan) on March 25, 2021. The pre-registration campaigns for "Godzilla Destruction" and "Godzilla Battle Line" will begin on the same day. In anticipation of these three exciting new games, key visuals and a promo video has been unveiled.
“Toho has been deeply involved with the production process for all three games since the early planning stages,†said Keiji Ota, Director and Chief Godzilla Officer at Toho Co., Ltd. “All the staff involved in the project have worked together to keep alive the spirit of the Godzilla series, while also creating a ‘new Godzilla’ specially for the mobile game world. Whether you play on your way to work or school, or during your time off, we hope these games will help you feel closer to Godzilla in your everyday life.†You can visit the Twitter accounts of the Godzilla Games to pre-register and view exclusive content. Fans who pre-register via Twitter or Facebook will receive special game-related gifts through their social media account, the first of which is a social media profile pic. “The Godzilla universe is beloved by people all over the world, regardless of age or nationality,†said Ota. “For all of Godzilla`s fans, we at Toho will continue to venture into new territory to build and expand the Godzilla universe. Stand by for even more destruction!†Godzilla’s global reach is set to expand even further this year alongside the release of the new Hollywood movie GODZILLA VS KONG (in US theaters and on HBO MAX on March 31, and in Japanese theaters on May 14) and upcoming anime TV series GODZILLA SINGULAR POINT. Ota added, “The year 2021 will see the broadcast of the anime TV series GODZILLA SINGULAR POINT and the release of the Hollywood blockbuster movie GODZILLA VS KONG. Among all the excitement, the Godzilla brand is taking another major, monster-sized step forward by releasing three new mobile games worldwide.†Additional details on “Godzilla Run,†“Godzilla Destruction†and “Godzilla Battle Line†can be found below.
Run, Godzilla! A bizarre casual game where you raise Godzilla. This is an idle game in which Godzilla and Kaiju become stronger while you`re away. In the village, the sun rises and sets day after day. What you must remember is that Godzilla, Kaiju, and the villagers have only a limited amount of time. One day, they will say goodbye. Raise Godzilla and Kaiju well, so they are ready to say goodbye when that time comes. Don`t worry! You can look back on the Godzilla you`ve raised even after they`re gone. Pass on their abilities to the next generation and raise even stronger Godzilla and Kaiju!
Godzilla Destruction Become Godzilla and crush cities underfoot! Step inside the monstrous body of the legendary Godzilla and terrorize all corners of the world! Destroy cities across the globe in this exciting and easy to play game! Pre-registration steps for “Godzilla Destructionâ€: (1) Follow the official Twitter: @GZ_destruction (2) Follow the official Facebook: @GZ_destruction
Godzilla Battle Line Take on the world! 3-minute monster all-star battles! All the popular monsters and weapons from the Godzilla series are ready for battle! Build your own team of the strongest monsters and fight against players from all over the world in real time! Get ready for fun but intense 3-minute battles! Pre-registration steps for “Godzilla Battle Lineâ€: (1) Follow the official Twitter: @Gz_battleline (2) Follow the official Facebook: @Gz.battleline
You can find official brand information on the Godzilla website at godzilla.com and follow the official Instagram @godzilla_toho and Twitter @toho_godzilla for more brand updates.
Toho Company, Limited, is a Japanese entertainment studio focused on the development, production, exhibition, and distribution of powerful live action and animated content including motion pictures, television and theater. Founded in 1932, Toho remains a prominent force in bringing brands and original storytelling with versatile talents to audiences worldwide. Its subsidiaries include Toho Cinemas, the highest grossing exhibition company in Japan, and Toho International, Inc., a U.S. established incorporated company that manages and commercializes Toho’s intellectual property portfolio. To learn more, visit toho.co.jp/en.
Source: GKIDS press release, SunriseOfficial Site: https://www.gundam.info/feature/gquuuuuux/ (Japan), https://gkids.com/films/mobile-suit-gundam-gquuuuuux/ (North America)Special Thanks to Andrew Nguyen
GKIDS is proud to announce the acquisition of North American rights to MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM GQuuuuuuX...
Source: Crunchyroll press release
Episode 1 of the English dub for SOLO LEVELING SEASON 2 -ARISE FROM THE SHADOW- premieres this Saturday, January 18 at 1 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. ET...
BERSERK OF GLUTTONY, A CERTAIN SCIENTIFIC RAILGUN T, and CHILLIN' IN ANOTHER WORLD WITH LEVEL 2 SUPER CHEAT POWERS Also Arriving on Blu-raySource: Crunchyroll press release
Relive the epic showdown between...
Source: Keith Sherman and Associates press releaseOfficial Site: https://sailormoonsuperlive.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailormoon_thesuperlive/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SailorMoonTheSuperLive YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sailormoonsuperlive Special Thanks to Scott Klein
Producers Makoto Matsuda (appare) and Kumiko Yoshii (Gorgeous Entertainment) have announced that following its...
Source: Toho Co., Ltd.Official Site: https://underninja-mv.com/ (Japan)
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SPOILER WARNING: This article contains plot details for an upcoming film.
Toho Co., Ltd. has provided information and photos from their new...
Source: Radiance Films, MVD Entertainment Special Thanks to Derek Stubinski
Shochiku's acclaimed film THE EEL (うなぎ, Unagi, 1997) will be released March 25 in a limited edition Blu-ray from Radiance Films. From...
Source: Well Go USA, LBHpr Special Thanks to Leif Helland
The legend himself, Jackie Chan (RUSH HOUR franchise, A LEGEND), stars in PANDA PLAN (熊猫計劃, Xióngmāo jìhuà, 2024), the comedy-adventure-thriller...
Source: The Criterion Collection press release Special Thanks to Courtney Ott
The Criterion Collection has announced the Kenji Mizoguchi's classic ghost film UGETSU (雨月物語, Ugetsu Monogatari, 1953) will be released April 1st...
Source: Vision Films, Inc.Special Thanks to Avery Guerra
Vision Films has announced the North American Transactional VOD release of cult-classic filmmaker Jim Wynorski's latest feature DINOGATOR on January 14, 2025.
A 30+...
Source: MVD Entertainment press release Special Thanks to Derek Stubinski
Following the Limited Edition Blu-ray, and the DVD, Kadokawa's THE GREAT YOKAI WAR: GUARDIANS (妖怪大戦争 ガーディアンズ, Yōkai Daisensō Gādianzu, 2021) will...
Source: North Star Pictures JPOfficial Site: https://www.kaijumultiverse.com/Special Thanks to Avery Guerra
A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE
Gamera series actor Carl Craig has joined the all-star genre cast of upcoming monster movie, KAIJU: ISLAND...
Source: SRS Cinema LLC Special Thanks to Ron Bonk
Distributor SRS Cinema has announced the launch of preorders for their Blu-ray and VHS editions of HOSHI 35 (星35, 2023). Written and...
Source: Bandai
In February, Bandai is launching a new soft vinyl figure line, "JAPAN GODZILLA," which will feature designs and coloring with a uniquely Japanese "wa" motif. Wa...
Source: CCP JAPAN press release
The Japanese figure manufacturer CCPJAPAN has begun accepting pre-orders for the "CCP Middle Size Series Godzilla EX [Vol. 7] (CCP ミドルサイズシリーズ...
Become Godzilla and destroy buildings on the Battle Royale island
Source: Epic Games Japan, Epic Games press releasesOfficial Site: https://www.fortnite.com
Look out! Something massive is afoot. Godzilla...
Source: Ghost X Ghost Special Thanks to Brock Otterbacher
IN STOCK NOW! Ghost X Ghost introduces the Godzilla Minus One Deluxe Enamel Pin, designed by Death...
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