https://www.cbr.com Covering comics, movies, TV like no other in the world. CBR.com is all you need! Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:20:29 GMT en-US hourly 60 The Fall of X rapidly approaches and the X-line from Marvel is brimming with tense anticipation. As part of a series of one-shots, X-Men: Before the Fall - The Heralds of Apocalypse #1 continues to set the stage for the next era of the Krakoan age. While Orchis' schemes have been at the forefront of the buildup to Fall of X, this issue focuses on a different angle to the impending struggles of mutantkind. The spotlight here is shifted to Apocalypse, Genesis, and the origins of Arakko as revelations bring war. X-Men: Before the Fall - Heralds of Apocalypse #1, written by Al Ewing with art by Luca Pizzari, Stefano Landini, and Raphael Pimento, colors by Ceci De La Cruz, letters and production by VC's Travis Lanham, and design by Tom Muller, dives deep into the history of Arakko and the relationship between Apocalypse and Genesis while planting seeds for future wars.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:20:29 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-x-men-before-the-fall-heralds-of-apocalypse-1-review/ Marvel’s fan-favorite Russian spy and adoptive sister of Natasha Romanoff, Yelena Belova, returns as the White Widow with her very own series this November.

]]> Fri, 30 Jun 2023 20:18:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/yelena-belova-white-widow-new-series-marvel/ The X-Men have starred in some amazing stories over the years. The team's adventures have run the gamut of fantasy, sci-fi, superheroics, dystopian future tales, and multiversal shenanigans. Fans have thrilled to these stories, but many of them have wanted more. They wanted to live some of these classic stories. For years, fans have debated about what X-Men stories they want to live through as part of a video game.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:20:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/possible-xmen-comic-video-game-adaptations/ Conquest Mode has finally arrived in Marvel Snap. The premise of playing multiple games against the same opponent encourages more strategy than a one-off game, and in-turn raises the importance of having a strong deck. The best decks have enough variety that players should have plenty of options, no matter the combination of cards at their disposal and in their hand. One of the best decks in the current meta of Marvel Snap is the Bounce deck.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:10:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-bouce-deck/ With its second episode, Marvel's Secret Invasion solidifies its identity as a part of the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe and as a series unto itself, for better or worse. While there are certainly some bright spots in this episode, it sees Secret Invasion's creative team doubling down on some of the biggest problems with the first episode in disappointing fashion. Already one-third of the way through the series, what should feel like the coalescing of Secret Invasion as a creative work feels increasingly disparate and incoherent.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:53:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/secret-invasion-episode-2-review/ When it comes to animation, fans know that DC is the superior creator. Along with the company's expansive lineup of direct-to-video animated films, fans have also enjoyed some of the best-animated TV series of all time. However, that doesn't mean Marvel doesn't have its own collection of amazing animated shows for fans of the genre.

]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 21:16:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/top-best-marvel-animated-tv-series/ Similar to Utau the Watcher, readers are privy to the ins and outs of the Marvel Universe. For the average citizen, however, there are dozens of illusions that keep them in the dark. Most have no clue that powerful beings live right next door. Even fewer know that the world has almost been destroyed dozens of times, but was saved in secret.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:20:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-secrets-from-civilians/ Branching off with Spectacular Spider-Man in 1968, Marvel began using multiple comic series to tell Spider-Man's story. Both the original comic, The Amazing Spider-Man, and the newer series followed Peter Parker's adventures — each offering a unique glimpse into the young hero's life.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:15:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ongoing-spiderman-comics/ Marvel Comics' multiverse has brought about some weird and wonderful characters over the years, and no hero is immune to alternate-reality versions of themselves popping up. The most prominent of which seems to be Spider-Man, who has more variants than the average fan can count.

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-man-variants-different-powers-peter-parker/ Owing to its myriad time travelers, chronomancers, and re-setters, the denizens of the Marvel Comics Universe are often gifted with knowledge of the future long before it happens. While this is seen by many as a blessing, there are others who see it as a curse. For certain Marvel citizens, there may be no future to look forward to at all.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:15:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-mankind-future-extinction/ Everybody has their favorite cards in Marvel Snap, whether they are beloved Marvel characters or just excellent cards in the game. The best cards stand out for their low Energy cost, high Power output, or a genuinely useful ability. But there are plenty of great cards that just slip under the radar. These underrated cards deserve more of the spotlight that overpowered cards ultimately take for themselves.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:10:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-best-overlooked-cards/ It's hard to imagine anything more unnerving than a massive invasion by shape-shifting extraterrestrials like the Skrulls from Marvel's Secret Invasion. However, the idea of a real-life Skrull Kill Krew straight out of Marvel Comics would be even more outlandish. This unconventional group has a weird history dating back to an old Fantastic Four comic. The original Skrull Kill Krew series includes some of the most brutal and bizarre storylines, and includes cameos from more mainstream superheroes.

]]> Sat, 24 Jun 2023 11:15:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-secret-invasion-skrulls-create-weird-violent-heroes/ Marvel's long list of comics features an expansive and complex multiverse throughout each individual story. This has obviously carried over to the film adaptations of Marvel Comics, including the MCU which has its own rule-ridden multiverse. With that said, it's not really surprising that some actors have played more than one Marvel-related role.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 17:01:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-verse-movie-cast-members-other-marvel-roles/ Since the founding of Krakoa, the mass proliferation of mutant kind has some people uneasy. Across the world and beyond, various groups and individuals have been hard at work finding ways to even the playing field between humanity and what they see as a growing mutant menace. Famously, these efforts have yielded technological terrors like the Sentinels, but one enterprising individual has found another way to turn the tables. Taking possession of mutants and other powered individuals, they're weaponising them to fight against their own kind.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/powerbroker-is-weaponizing-and-selling-x-men/ Secret Invasion was the culmination of years of plotlines. Writer Brian Michael Bendis had begun building it in New Avengers #1 in 2005, crafting the story for three years before unleashing it with artist Leinil Yu. During this time, Bendis also created the Illuminati, a covert group of Marvel's greatest leaders — Iron Man, Namor, Black Bolt, Professor X, Doctor Strange, and Reed Richards.

]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-secret-invasion-illluminati/ Since its introduction over thirty years ago, the world of Marvel 2099 has been home to astonishing versions of fan-favorite heroes and villains. Unfortunately, it quickly became one of the most convoluted comic book timelines fans had ever seen. When Marvel eventually brought all the disconnected pieces together, fans got excited, especially now that it offered a genuine glimpse into the future once more.

]]> Sat, 17 Jun 2023 11:15:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-2099-best-marvel-universe-timeline/ Marvel Voices has released its annual Pride issue, a one-shot anthology celebrating queer voices and stories in the Marvel universe. Featuring creators like Shadi Petosky, Roberta Ingranata, Ceci De La Cruz, Sarah Gailey, Bailie Rosenlund, Rachelle Rosenberg, Stephen Byrne, Steve Foxe, Rosi Kämpe, Kelly Fitzpatrick and more, Marvel Voices: Pride #1 delivers some promising new characters and queer joy; although, many of the stories fail to feel like proper one-shots.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 21:05:49 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-voices-pride-review/ Sony has just set release dates for two untitled Marvel movies.

]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2023 18:48:51 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sony-untitled-marvel-movies-release-dates/ Following in the footsteps of its previous popular Black, White and Blood anthology series, Marvel has announced an upcoming Marvel Zombies: Black, White and Blood four-issue miniseries will be launching this October, less than a week before Halloween. This will be the first new Marvel Zombiesproject since 2021's Marvel Zombies: Resurrection miniseries.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 21:38:48 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-zombies-anthology-series-daredevil-spider-man/ Marvel released a teaser for this September's Scarlet Witch #8 (by Steve Orlando, Lorenzo Tammetta and Sara Pichelli), depicting what appears to be Loki and Wanda "Scarlet Witch" Maximoff about to share a kiss, hinting that the two longtime Marvel Universe characters (who have both become Marvel Cinematic Universe standouts) might be starting a romantic entanglement with each other.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 12:10:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/loki-scarlet-witch-marvel-romance/ The Guardians Greatest Hits season changed Marvel Snap, and all of its releases had serious value within the meta. One of the major highlights was High Evolutionary, the big bad from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. High Evolutionary's card is unique in that its ability instantly activates once its in a deck.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:10:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-high-evolutionary-best-counter-strategy/ In Bishop: War College #1 (by Holtham, Sean Damien Hill, Victor Nava, Roberto Poggi, Espen Grundetjern, and VC’s Travis Lanham), Tempo loses control over her time powers because of the Fenris Twins spreading blightswill underneath Krakoa. As a result, both she and Bishop get catapulted into an alternate universe and a vastly different Krakoa. Bishop meets Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters and their all-Black X-Men team. On this earth, Bishop's variant is a peace-loving teacher who's never used his powers to fight.

]]> Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/xmen-bishop-war-college-alternate-universe/ The Marvel Snap meta continues to change and adapt with each new season. As a result, cards and decks rise and fall in prominence and viability all the time. Some decks still have serious longevity even as the meta shifts. One prime example is the Sera Control deck.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 19:10:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-best-sera-control-cards/ After a period of mixed reception, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back on top with the release of hit films like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. As the MCU celebrates the fifteenth anniversary of its 2008's Iron Man, there is no end in sight for the massive superhero franchise.

]]> Tue, 13 Jun 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mcu-most-divisive-writing-choices-ever/ Social media discourse lights up over the #ComicsBrokeMe hashtag following the death of artist Ian McGinty.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 20:23:09 GMT https://www.cbr.com/comics-broke-me-trends-professionals-industry-frustrations/ Marvel Snap continues to mix things up. Every new season puts forgotten archetypes and decks at the forefront of the meta, introducing new cards and bring back existing ones. Movement cards have dropped down the pecking order in recent months, but June's Spider-Versus season will shine an intense spotlight on this unpredictable archetype.

]]> Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:21:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-best-move-deck-cards/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse delves deeper into the multiverse than any other Marvel movie has before, introducing audiences to a litany of Spider-Man variants from countless different universes. Many of these variants happen to be directly lifted from Marvel comics, television shows, and video games.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 20:15:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-movie-exclusive-variants/ Superhero comics, while absolutely capable of being fantastic literature in their own right, can often be distilled down to stories that equate to 10-year-old boys smacking their toys together. Explosive action can be fun, but it isn’t always for everyone. Breaking away from the classic action-packed formulas can be difficult, but for a particular Marvel teenager, the result was a resounding success that helped define how comic books could be amazing fun for young girls as well as boys.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/misty-young-girl-comic-marvel/ After getting a post-credits cameo in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Miguel O'Hara became one of the main characters in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Also known as Spider-Man 2099, Miguel leads the Spider Society, a multiversal group of heroes who protect the multiverse from danger.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 16:00:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-2099-spider-verse-spin-off-ideas/ Marvel Snap continues to excel with every single season by refreshing the meta and keeping things interesting. June features the arrival of Spider-Versus, the season revolving around the highly anticipated movie, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. As with any Marvel Snap season, new cards will gradually trickle into circulation, each one offering different abilities and perks.

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 13:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-spiderman-spider-verse-cards-locations/ Superheroes have changed how modern pop culture thinks about super powers, after countless stories of gods, titans, and heroes shaping the world from ancient civilization. Comics, TV, and movies have explored and deconstructed extraordinary abilities ad nauseam, but fans still love fantasizing about wielding incredible superpowers like flight or telepathy.

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 19:20:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-superpowers-ranked/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse picks up where 2018's Into the Spider-Verse left off and continues the hit animated Marvel franchise. As difficult as the original film was to live up to, the new sequel manages to be even better than its predecessor.RELATED: Every Spider-Man Movie, Ranked By Box Office

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 18:41:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-across-the-spider-verse-better-into-the-spider-verse/ Superhero media has been popular with viewers for decades, but it has grown exponentially over the past few years. As franchises like the MCU and the DCU expand, superhero television series have also become more popular. Some have garnered huge fandoms and aired for many successful seasons. Others never reached their full potential.

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 16:11:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/superhero-shows-that-should-have-been-hits/ Most Marvel heroes became who they are after they embraced their abilities and chose to fight the good fight. For many other characters, this proved easier said than done. Not everyone in the Marvel Universe received a comfortable, safe set of powers.

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 14:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-powers-harmful-side-effects/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of the biggest franchises in the world and has a welcoming and fun community. While mainstream audiences have been swept away in the positive attitude of this fandom, it's fair to say that there are a few criticisms that could be levied at it.

]]> Sat, 10 Jun 2023 12:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mcu-fandom-worst-things/ Part of Marvel's plan to set up their new G.O.D.S. storyline has been by creating several variant covers featuring the new characters alongside well-established Marvel heroes and villains. This strategy not only hints at where the major players of G.O.D.S. will be located within the Marvel Universe but also how thoroughly Marvel is convinced that the initiative will be a success.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-gods-promotion-strategy/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse inches closer and closer to finally crossing over with the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it continues deeper into the multiverse. As the Spider-Verse franchise gains popularity, a crossover with the biggest superhero franchise of all time is inevitable.

]]> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-spiderverse-mcu-actors/ Marvel announces that it will be launching a brand-new Ultimate Universe, spinning out of the upcoming Ultimate Invasion miniseries by Jonathan Hickman and Bryan Hitch. The new universe will begin in November's Ultimate Universe #1, a one-shot by Hickman and artist Stefano Caselli, with a cover by Bryan Hitch.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 21:55:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-brand-new-ultimate-universe-comics-line/ Miles Morales encountered the unique villain and soon-to-be-nemesis known as The Spot in 2023’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The young Spider-Man eventually learned that Dr. Johnathan Ohnn gained his incredible portal ability in a scientific accident that led to his debut as The Spot. Of course, he isn’t the only Marvel villain who gained their powers the same way.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:40:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-villains-like-the-spot-created-by-science-gone-wrong/ Guest DLC characters are nothing new to fighting games, with many of them featuring characters from different franchises. Soul Calibur has featured Star Wars characters, and Mortal Kombat has had surprise guests ranging from Robocop to the Joker. And though it hasn’t been as DLC yet, Street Fighter has a long history of collaboration with Marvel.

]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/street-fighter-6-guest-dlc-marvel-characters/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is celebrating its fifteenth year with epic additions to its ever-expanding franchise, including Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Secret Invasion, and The Marvels. As the franchise enters Phase 5, the MCU continues to be one of the most successful film series in cinematic history.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 16:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/10-directors-who-changed-the-mcu-forever/ Marvel Snap has impressed since its Beta and Early Access releases throughout 2022, and has progressed and expanded further in 2023, to the point where many are hooked on this card-playing game. Marvel Snap brings countless fan-favorite Marvel characters and familiar locations to the battle. The cards and locations' unique abilities encourage seemingly endless combinations and creative freedom in devising appropriate strategies.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 16:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-marvel-snap-decks/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally in theaters, taking viewers on yet another epic fun-filled adventure through the multiverse. Introducing new Spider-Man variants that will have major impacts on Miles Morales's journey, Across the Spider-Verse is one of the best superhero films in recent years.

]]> Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:50:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-man-biggest-across-the-spider-verse-reveals/ Marvel Snap is Second Dinner's explosive newcomer to the TCG space. It launched last October, and was excellently received by the community on the whole. The game even won the 2023 Apple Design Awards yesterday -- but beneath the surface lies a growing discontent for Marvel Snap's matchmaking system.

]]> Tue, 06 Jun 2023 21:15:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-matchmaking-confusing/ With Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse making a terrific debut at the worldwide box office in its opening weekend, Spider-Man's legacy as a financial juggernaut continues. In the character's theatrical endeavors over the last 21 years, one thing has always remained consistent: Spider-Man is a significant box office asset.

]]> Tue, 06 Jun 2023 17:50:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/all-spiderman-movies-ranked-box-office/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is known for its jovial and good-natured tone, but it has still proven itself to be quite heartbreaking at times. With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 promising to break audiences' hearts in the emotional conclusion to James Gunn's trilogy, the MCU is officially prepared to lean into the tragic side of its universe once more.

]]> Tue, 06 Jun 2023 15:41:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/saddest-mcu-quotes/ The history of movies based on Marvel comics dates back long before 2008's Iron Man kicked off the now world-famous Marvel Cinematic Universe. As far back as the 1970s, production companies tried their hand at bringing Marvel's beloved heroes to life, with varying degrees of success.

]]> Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:50:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-movies-aged-poorly-still-hold-up-mcu/ 2023’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse introduced a brand new Marvel team organized by Miguel O’Hara, who is better known to comic fans as Spider-Man 2099. The Spider Society was an organization of Spider-Man variants tasked with safeguarding life-changing canon events to protect the multiversal Web of Life and Destiny.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 21:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/every-spider-themed-marvel-team-ranked/ The friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is a hero who is widely respected by his fellow costumed colleagues. His incredible abilities and unwavering sense of responsibility almost always guide him and others down the right moral path. Of course, that isn't always the case with some versions of Marvel's wall-crawler.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 17:30:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/times-spider-man-was-evil/ Warning: Major Spoilers Ahead For Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse!

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 15:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/10-biggest-implications-from-spider-man-across-the-spider-verses-ending/ Five years after the release of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, the long-awaited sequel, Across the Spider-Verse, is finally in theaters. Going bigger and bolder than the original movie, Across the Spider-Verse includes far more Spider-Man variants than have ever been featured in a single movie before.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 14:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-man-spider-verse-variants-comic-appearances/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse expands the Marvel Universe even further as audiences follow Miles Morales into new and unknown dimensions. In the sequel to the hit 2018 animated movie, hundreds of new Spider-Man variants are introduced, all converging together as the epic multiversal group known as the Spider-Society.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:30:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/fan-favorite-spider-man-variants-not-in-across-the-spider-verse/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally in theaters, exploring the multiverse even further than ever before. While its 2018 predecessor introduced the concept of different universes, the sequel goes to new lengths to establish the ever-expanding Spider-Verse by actually having its main character, Miles Morales, explore several of these realities.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 00:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-all-universes-explained/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse delves deeper into the multiverse than the original film, taking Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) on another colorful reality-spanning adventure. The film even introduces plenty of new Spider-Man variants via the Spider-Society, led by the morally ambiguous Spider-Man 2099 (Oscar Isaac).

]]> Sat, 03 Jun 2023 20:15:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/beyond-the-spider-verse-spider-man-variants/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse goes even bigger and bolder with its premise than its predecessor, kicking off the first of a two-part multiverse event. With the introduction of countless new heroes, dimensions, and storylines, the sequel is setting up something humongous for 2024's Beyond the Spider-Verse.

]]> Sat, 03 Jun 2023 19:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/biggest-questions-spider-man-across-the-spider-verse/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally in theaters, proving to be even bigger and better than the original 2018 film. The long-awaited sequel finally introduces the multiversal Spider Society, led by Spider-Man 2099 (Oscar Isaac), and its leagues of different Spider-Man variants from countless other universes.

]]> Sat, 03 Jun 2023 17:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/brief-spider-man-appearances-in-across-the-spider-verse/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse lives up to the hype set by the original movie, delving deeper into the multiverse than ever before. Several major Spider-Man variants are introduced during the sequel's epic story, primarily via the Spider Society, a coalition of multiversal heroes led by Spider-Man 2099.

]]> Sat, 03 Jun 2023 16:41:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/across-the-spider-verse-cameos-that-set-up-sequel/ New additions to the widespread superhero genre like Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever continues to establish these movies as the dominant force in the modern-day cinematic landscape. Though these movies entertain the new generation of viewers and highlight the cultural significance of franchises like the DCU and the MCU, there are some superheroes that are irreplaceable icons.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:50:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/most-recognizable-superhero-weapons/ Since Peter Parker made his amazing debut, he's become one of the most celebrated comic book characters of all time. As Spider-Man, he accomplished all sorts of incredible feats over the years, despite often being seen as a street-level hero.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spiderman-most-iconic-quotes/ High Evolutionary has changed the Marvel Snap meta by adding new viability to seven cards that previously had no abilities. High Evolutionary itself only needs to exist in a deck for these other cards to reap the benefits, meaning that many decks can benefit from High Evolutionary's presence alone.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-high-evolutionary-deck-greatest-cards/ With graphical technology taking a big leap forward, the ‘90s were a huge time for video games. Gamers could feel the evolution of their favorite hobby everywhere, especially at their local arcades. Advances in technology improved not just how games looked, but how they were played.

]]> Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-90s-arcade-games/ Marvel's villains are often just as popular as its heroes. Over the decades, the publisher has created villains that readers love, complicated people with amazing powers that challenge the world's greatest heroes. Each of these villains has a niche, one which their powers and abilities are perfect for. The best of them are multi-faceted enemies with a variety of skills.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 16:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-villain-icons-underrated-powers/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe has already adapted many of the comic book company's most exciting, intense, and horrific villains. Some are far more important than others in the makeup of the entire superhero landscape. But despite their importance, those vital foes might not have gotten the screen time they deserved.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:51:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/important-mcu-villains-with-almost-no-screentime/ Marvel has created many of the most popular superheroes of all time. Between the comics, where the company constantly owns the top sellers chart, to the MCU, Marvel's heroes have become the standard-bearer for superheroes. A reason for this is their amazing superpowers.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:20:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/famous-marvel-heroes-weakest-power/ Captain America: New World Order will likely take after other Marvel Cinematic Universe movies by including storylines and plot points from the comic books. The first Captain America trilogy focused on the Golden Age of Captain America and established the creation of Steve Rodgers and Bucky Barnes.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:50:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/captain-america-nwo-marvel-comics-mcu-connections/ Demons in the Marvel universe usually exist in levels or orders, with the highest order of demons operating at the universal level as fallen gods and cosmic beings. The second order was the Lords of the individual Hells and their underlings while the third order existed in other dimensions that intersect with the mainstream Marvel dimension.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:10:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-most-powerful-demons-devils-ranked/ The Speed Force in an integral part of the DC Multiverse. This energy field allows its conduits to move at superhuman velocity. The fastest of the Speed Force's hosts have access to powers that make them the most formidable beings on Earth. Some can run through time and the Multiverse itself.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:41:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dc-comics-speed-force-marvel-hosts/ The Marvel Cinematic Universe is well into the Multiverse Saga, opening up the opportunity for Marvel to revisit some of its earliest movies and long-dormant franchises. For the first time in years, if not decades, some film franchises and their iconic characters actually have a chance of returning to the big screen for one last adventure.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 14:50:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-movies-before-mcu-cinematic-universe-need-sequels/ Marvel's villains excel at finding new ways to challenge the powerful heroes that stand in their way. Marvel is a gateway to stardom for many characters, including villains. Marvel's huge presence on TV and in the movies over the last thirty years has seen many villains become household names, reaching levels of popularity that their creators never dreamed of.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 18:21:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/overrated-marvel-villains-how-to-fix-them/ One of the most intriguing aspects of Warlock: Rebirth is how Marvel is once more trying to put Adam Warlock in the limelight. It makes perfect sense given Will Poulter's sinister Adam is in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. As such, it's only natural for the publisher to reintroduce the character to readers with a massive arc.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 16:00:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/guardians-of-the-galaxy-3-adam-warlock-mistake-corrected-marvel/ Marvel is the number one name in superhero comics. The publisher has dominated the industry for decades now, creating some of the greatest superheroes and weaving a plethora of gripping stories. Thanks to the MCU, Marvel's audience has grown, introducing many to classic characters and plotlines.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 14:41:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-must-read-series/ Marvel's heroes have won some resounding victories over the years. They've stopped Galactus from destroying Earth, batted Thanos, and prevented multiple terrible futures. Even when their victories cost them something dear, many Marvel heroes believed the sacrifice was worth it. However, that can't be said for every win the heroes has amassed.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 18:41:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-hero-victories-heavy-sacrifice/ Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is almost in theaters, releasing June 2, 2023, promising an epic and emotional continuation of the hit 2018 animated film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Following Miles Morales as he delves deeper into the multiverse than ever before, Across the Spider-Verse is one of the most highly anticipated films of 2023.

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 16:30:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/valid-across-the-spider-verse-reddit-theories/ New and average Marvel Snap players have next-to-no chance of experiencing the latest cards, usually until months after they release. Developer Second Dinner adds new Marvel Snap cards into Series 5, where they have a vanishingly small chance of being found in Collector's Caches and Reserves for players in Series 3 and beyond. Alternatively, they're purchasable for 6,000 Collector's Tokens from the Token Shop.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 16:05:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-new-cards-series-5-bad-for-beginners/ The Guardians of the Galaxy faced a few powerful threats in the Marvel Cinematic Universe like Ronan and Thanos. However, they encountered their cruelest villain yet when they met the High Evolutionary for the first time in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. While his role as the creator of Rocket Raccoon was terrible, he’s done even worse in the comics.

]]> Mon, 22 May 2023 17:11:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/high-evolutionary-worst-feats-marvel-comics/ The iconic Marvel villain High Evolutionary joins Marvel Snap on 23 May 2023. Players in Series 3 and beyond can purchase High Evolutionary from the Token Shop for 6,000 Collector's Tokens, or hope to find it in a Collector's Reserve or Cache. High Evolutionary is Marvel Snap's latest "Big Bad" card, after Thanos, Galactus and Kang, and it will remain in Series 5 indefinitely.

]]> Mon, 22 May 2023 15:15:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-high-evolutionary-best-decks/ The Summer of Symbiotes event kicked off with a multiversal exploration of Venoms while the main players all prepared for their own roles in upcoming storylines. New heroes like Normie Osborn/Red Goblin will play a large role in the event, though he had to settle some family business first during an encounter with his grandfather, Norman Osborn/Gold Goblin.

]]> Sun, 21 May 2023 14:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/most-powerful-marvel-heroes-red-goblin-beat/ It’s a question that has been asked across countless lunchrooms, comic stores, and conventions for decades: who would win in a fight? Superman versus the Hulk, Green Arrow versus Hawkeye, Batman versus Captain America; fans have speculated who among Marvel and DC’s greatest heroes would win in an all-out battle. Facts are laid out, feats are examined, and battle parameters are set to determine which comic universe truly has the most powerful heroes of all time. In a bid to finally give fans what they’ve always wanted, Marvel and DC teamed up to create a crossover event that put the fates of both universes on the line.

]]> Sun, 21 May 2023 12:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-vs-dc-fan-choice-series/ Fans have met quite a few villainous parents from the Marvel universe over the years. In many cases, the children of these villains gain even more power than their parents, though that isn’t always true. Some of the villainous next generations of children have shown up their parents, though others just can’t match the originals.

]]> Fri, 19 May 2023 11:30:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-villains-stronger-than-their-children/ Marvel is the number one comic publisher when it comes to sales, creating best-selling comics month in and month out. Thanks to the MCU, the publisher has also become the biggest name in pop culture, adding even more to the brand's popularity.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 19:40:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/popular-marvel-characters/ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 put Rocket Raccoon in the spotlight by delving into his past. Created by the High Evolutionary, Rocket grew up in a laboratory where the villain subjected him to all kinds of torture in the name of science. Rocket's MCU backstory was inspired by the comics, but it isn't identical to the books.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 18:41:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rocket-raccoon-marvel-comics-gotg-facts/ 2023’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 introduced a powerful new threat to the MCU known as the High Evolutionary. The long-awaited trilogy finale revealed that the incredibly intelligent High Evolutionary was the creator of Rocket Raccoon. He used his incredible genetic knowledge and inventive skill to also create Counter-Earth and other beings in the film that threatened the team.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 17:10:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/brilliant-marvel-scientists-cant-compete-high-evolutionary/ In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the best antagonists can use more than a CGI alien army or bone-crushing physical strength to challenge S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Avengers. The most engaging villains use their brains to outfox the heroes time and again, which also creates suspense in the story because there's no telling how the villain's ingenious plan will play out until it's too late.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 14:50:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mcu-smartest-villains-ranked/ Starting from a simple black-suited Spider-Man and branching out into Venom and a dozen other creatures, Marvel's symbiotes have been kicking around for nearly 40 years. With the Summer of Symbiotes starting, fans are wondering just how many Symbiotes, and hosts, are walking around the Marvel 616 Universe. There are currently 13 hosts who wield 1 to 5 symbiotes, each with hosts on both sides of the hero and villain dichotomy.

]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 13:30:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-symbiotes-hosts-venom-carnage/ Marvel has begun to make real progress in the video game space with the success of Spider-Man, Midnight Suns, and Guardians of the Galaxy, but there's a long way to go before viewers see an MCU or comic book-style universe reflected on consoles. There are some characters that simply cannot be adapted to the medium though.

]]> Wed, 17 May 2023 18:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hardest-marvel-characters-to-adapt-for-games/ Discard decks have found a new lease on life in Marvel Snap's current meta, since the discard archetype has returned to prominence once again. Many new players weren't immediately sold on the concept of sacrificing their own cards. However, if one sets things up well, using a discard deck becomes one of the most efficient and enjoyable strategies of the entire game.

]]> Wed, 17 May 2023 16:00:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-best-discard-deck-cards/ The Sins of Sinister event has finally come to an end, and the Marvel multiverse is forever changed. Sinister's schemes are now clear to the Quiet Council, leaving Krakoa in a strained position. As Professor X, Storm, and the others wrestle with the aftermath of their decisions, they must consider exactly how they've gotten to this point.

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 18:20:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-sins-of-sinister-regrets/ The long-awaited final installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy hit theaters in 2023, bringing a highly-anticipated comics character to the big screen for the first time. Adam Warlock had a slightly different origin, but he still gave the cosmic team a run for their money in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 17:40:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/adam-warlock-powerful-moments-feats/ The Avengers are a hugely iconic superhero team, having captivated comics readers since 1963. Many readers have dreamed about working with this group, who have led some fierce battles against many deadly threats. With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in theaters, Marvel fans are debating whether working with the Avengers would be a good or bad thing.

]]> Tue, 16 May 2023 13:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/joining-avengers-harsh-realities-marvel-comics/ Before the age of epic Disney+ series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, like WandaVision and Secret Invasion, Marvel journeyed onto the small screen on numerous occasions in its attempts to bring its comic properties to life. Infamously, Marvel didn't find much success in this medium at first.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-shows-happy-to-see-canceled/ Some of the best live-action superhero TV shows have consistently brought in new fans over the last few years. The success of DC series like Arrow led to an ongoing universe of connected shows on The CW. The Marvel Cinematic Universe's popularity further encouraged creators to tackle other Marvel characters on the small screen. But not every superhero show can be a hit.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 20:16:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/live-action-superhero-shows-everyone-forgot/ With every passing season of Marvel Snap, cards continue to rise and fall in prominence within the overall meta. However, there are some that thrive or remain a general nuisance for much longer than others, whether their powerful ability is gimmicked and tough to nerf, or they just have too many synergies and combinations. Released in Pool 5, Galactus continues to be a problem.

]]> Mon, 15 May 2023 18:01:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-marvel-snap-cards-to-stop-galactus/ Marvel Comics is full of world-renowned heroes with unimaginable powers. The most intelligent of its heroes can change the world with little more than will and an invention, and they often do. The strongest heroes can stop natural disasters, put an end to worldwide cataclysms, and stop galactic invasions with ease.

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 23:15:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-underachievers/ The pages of Marvel Comics are filled with fascinating figures, both heroes and villains alike. Of those, Venom is one of the more compelling characters due to his ability to work as both an ally and an adversary. Venom made his dramatic debut in The Amazing Spider-Man #300 in ‘88, and for more than 35 years, he’s experienced daring developments and surprising opportunities.

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 21:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/10-ways-venom-works-better-as-a-villain/ After decades of storylines, few of Marvel's villains have stuck to themselves over the years. The Master of Magnetism, Magneto, has partnered with Charles Xavier, and many of Spider-Man's villains have teamed up in various Sinister Sixes. Even entire families have come out of the woodwork to torment some of the greatest Marvel superheroes.

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 18:20:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-villain-friendships-alliances/ Agatha Harkness was the breakout character of WandaVision. Fans loved the former witch of Salem, and she's soon getting her own Disney+ show, Agatha: Coven Of Chaos. Now, calling something Coven of Chaos brings a lot of expectations, including who will be in the coven. Luckily, Marvel has the show covered, as there have been plenty of great witches in the comics.

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 16:30:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-witches-agatha-coven-of-chaos-tv/ Cards in Marvel Snap fall under four categories when it comes to abilities — No ability, simple text, Ongoing, and On Reveal. The latter is a popular theme for many players when assembling their decks, as Reveal decks rely on a surprise factor or in maximizing their power output.

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 13:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-greatest-reveal-deck-cards/ Marvel Snap cards come in all shapes and sizes, but their abilities can ultimately be the difference between victory and defeat. On Reveal abilities happen as soon as the card is introduced out of the hand, while Ongoing abilities continue to work as long as the card is still in play. Ongoing cards can thrive in any of the areas of play in Marvel Snap, from defensive and support to all-out offense.

]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 18:51:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-greatest-ongoing-cards/ Superhero comic books may be built on fantastic scenarios and intense action, but the real meat of the stories comes from human emotion. Romance and melodrama can be the most exciting, heartbreaking, and juiciest parts of a comic book. Any long-running comic book is bound to throw one or more of its title characters into an intense romance.

]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 14:40:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-romance-downsides/ Galactic teams are aplenty in the Marvel Universe. Both heroes and villains have signed up for units that seek to either protect or destroy. While many could easily stand toe-to-toe with the Avengers, there are even more dangerous threats out there that these groups have had to overcome.

]]> Fri, 12 May 2023 20:15:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-comics-best-galactic-teams-space-galaxy-cosmos/