Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us

New Trailer for Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us

Check out the full trailer for the new Pokémon animated film arriving in theaters this November. Ash and Pikachu are returning to the big screen in the latest Pokémon animated film, Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us, and you can get a sneak peek of the famous duo’s upcoming adventure in this new theatrical trailer. After you’ve watched the preview, remember that you can purchase tickets by visiting www.FathomEvents.com/Pokemon or by going to a participating theater box office. Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us will be screening on November 24, 26, and 28, and December 1, so don’t miss out on the chance to see the film in theaters. In Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us, Ash and Pikachu journey to a seaside city filled with a delightful cast of characters, including a young athlete, a compulsive liar, a shy researcher, a bitter old woman, and a little girl with a big secret. They’re […]

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TETRIS

9th Annual Classic Tetris World Championship, Oct 20-21 in Portland, OR

TETRIS® CHAMPS BATTLE FOR SUPREMACY AT THE 9TH ANNUAL CLASSIC TETRIS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, OCTOBER 20-21 IN PORTLAND, OR WHAT: Will Jonas Neubauer once again hold on to his 7-time Tetris champion title? From across North America, Europe and Asia, players are preparing to partake in one of the most heated Tetris battles in the world of video games – the annual Classic Tetris World Championship (CTWC).  On Oct. 20 and 21 in Portland, OR, the 9th annual CTWC, organized by avid fans of the 1989 NES version of the game, comes to the Oregon Convention Center during the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. 2018 competitors will include: returning champions Jonas Neubauer (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016 and 2017) and Harry Hong (2014), European champion Svavar Gunnar Gunnarsson, Japanese Tetris Grand Master Koryan, and many other players featured in the award-winning documentary Ecstasy of Order: The Tetris Masters. Entry fee for the CTWC is $20. Entrants can make as […]

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Monster Hunter

CAPCOM ANNOUNCES FILM ADAPTATION OF BLOCKBUSTER MONSTER HUNTER GAME SERIES

LOS ANGELES, CA — (October 4, 2018) – Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) today announced that their mega-hit video game series, Monster Hunter™, is being adapted for the big screen by Constantin Film with Paul W.S. Anderson directing. “After living and breathing in the universe of Monster Hunter for 14 years we are thrilled with enormous anticipation to see our creations adapted for a theatrical release,” said Monster Hunter Series Producer, Ryozo Tsujimoto “Monster Hunter’s fan base has exploded over the past year with the runaway success of the game Monster Hunter: World™. It is our hope long-time fans and new alike will join us on this exciting exploration of the Monster Hunter universe.” Tentatively dubbed, MONSTER HUNTER, the film tells the story of two heroes who come from different worlds to defeat a shared danger, the powerful, deadly and magnificent monsters that inhabit the land. Along the way viewers will make new discoveries […]

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SEGA of America COO and President Ian Curran Assumes Dual-Role of Atlus U.S.A. President and COO and SEGA West CEO Tatsuyuki Miyazaki to Become Atlus U.S.A. CEO

SEGA of America COO and President Ian Curran Assumes Dual-Role of Atlus U.S.A. President and COO and SEGA West CEO Tatsuyuki Miyazaki to Become Atlus U.S.A. CEO

Former Atlus U.S.A., Inc. President and CEO Naoto Hiraoka will focus on his role as Atlus brand owner and further expand the Atlus brand worldwide IRVINE, Calif. – Oct. 1, 2018 – SEGA of America, Inc. (SOA) and Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today announced that Ian Curran, SEGA of America, Inc. President and COO, will become President and COO of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. and work alongside SEGA West CEO Tatsuyuki Miyazaki to further the financial goals of both SEGA of America, Inc. and Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Mr. Miyazaki will assume the role of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. CEO as Naoto Hiraoka steps into a role to focus as Atlus brand owner. Recognized for his contribution to and leadership of ATLUS U.S.A., Inc. and the resulting success of titles like Persona 5, Catherine and SMT series, Mr. Hiraoka will now move forward leading many of the company’s important creative projects. “I’m so proud of […]

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Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us

The Adventure Continues with ‘Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us’ Coming to UK Cinemas for a Limited Time this November

Keeping with Pokémon news, Tickets are Now Available for the new Animated Pokémon Movie, in UK Cinemas on November 24th and December 1st 2018 LONDON – October 01 2018 – This November,  CinEvents, Fathom Events and The Pokémon Company International invite Pokémon fans to experience the highly anticipated “Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us” on the big screen, with UK screenings on November 24th, December 1st  plus additional screenings in select cinemas till December 3rd. The first official teaser trailer for “Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us” can also be viewed here. Based on the globally popular Pokémon brand, “Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us” tells a new story of Ash and Pikachu as they team up with diverse characters to face unique challenges and thrilling Pokémon battles in this heartwarming film that illustrates the value of teamwork. The feature-length anime film has a unique art style, new characters, and some exciting […]

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Pokémon returns to US movie theaters this Thanksgiving

The latest Pokémon film, Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us, arrives in theaters for a limited engagement courtesy of Fathom Events. Pokémon fans will have a good reason to head out to the theater later this year when the newest Pokémon animated film comes to the big screen this holiday season. Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us will have a limited theatrical release through Fathom Events on November 24, 26, and 28, as well as December 1. You can check out the trailer for Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us right here: Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us tells the story of Ash and Pikachu as they journey to a small seaside town filled with a diverse set of characters.  Ash and Pikachu end up in a tiny town by the sea, where the townspeople worship the legendary Pokémon Lugia. (No word on if this town is set in Johto, Lugia’s home region; […]

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Merchoid officially licensed gaming Christmas Sweaters 2018 Holiday season

2018 Nintendo, PlayStation and Atari Christmas Sweaters Revealed

Nintendo, PlayStation and Atari-themed sweaters tantalising our eyeballs this festive season Merchoid have unveiled the first officially licensed gaming Christmas Sweaters ready for the 2018 Holiday season. If you’re a Zelda fan in the Christmas spirit, you’re in luck as the The Zelda: Wreath of the Wild Christmas sweater features Link’s distinctive green mixed with classic Christmas colours, while the Zelda: Tinsel and Triforces sweater is in classic ‘Link green’ with just a splash of brown to channel your inner Christmas tree. There’s no traipsing around Viridian Forest for hours to find the Pokemon All I want for Christmas is Chu sweater, which features Pikachu in a Christmas hat sharing a festive wink. If you’re lucky enough to have the Playstation Mini under your Christmas tree, then the Playstation: 12 Days of Play Christmas Sweater is the perfect Christmas Sweater for you; the large 94 on the back celebrates the year the original Playstation was released. For those with more […]

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Little Dragons Café

Aksys Games Pledges Portion of Little Dragons Café Profits to Extra Life

Torrance, Calif.—September 27, 2018—Aksys Games is pleased to announce that the company has pledged to donate $10,000 of profits from the Little Dragons Café game to the Extra Life campaign that raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network® hospitals across North America. Created by renowned designer Yasuhiro Wada, Little Dragons Café is a unique and imaginative game in which players manage a café, explore their world, and raise their very own dragon. The game launched last month for the Nintendo Switch™ and the PlayStation®4 system. “In Little Dragons Café, the twins are working with a ragtag group of friends to save their mother from a mysterious illness,” said Akibo Shieh, founder and CEO of Aksys Games. “We wanted to partner with Extra Life because their campaign to mobilize the gaming industry to work together has raised millions of dollars in the past 10 years for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and helped to heal thousands […]

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SQUARE ENIX MOURNS THE LOSS OF MIKE SHERLOCK, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER FOR AMERICA AND EUROPE

LOS ANGELES (September 6, 2018) – Square Enix is deeply saddened to announce the unexpected death of Mike Sherlock. Mr. Sherlock served as Chief Operating Officer across Square Enix America and Square Enix Europe since 2015. Phil Rogers, CEO of Square Enix Europe and America, commented, “It is with tremendous sorrow that we announce the passing of our great friend and colleague, Mike Sherlock.  Mike was a principled and charismatic leader who led by example. He was extremely proud of the progress and success we have shared over the years. The entire Square Enix family mourns this tragic loss, and our deepest sympathies are with his family and loved ones.” Square Enix’s executive team will assume the immediate responsibilities of Mr. Sherlock to ensure the continuity of its strategic direction and operations. About Mike Sherlock Mike Sherlock was named Chief Operating Officer of Square Enix America in July 2015, co-serving as […]

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