ALL-STAR SUPERMAN:
Fueled by hatred and jealousy, Lex Luthor masterminds an elaborate plot to kill the Man of Steel – and it works. Poisoned by solar radiation, Superman is dying. With weeks to live, he fulfills his life’s dreams – especially revealing his true identity to Lois Lane – until Luthor proclaims his ultimate plan to control the world with no alien hero to stop him. Powers fading, Superman engages in a spectacular deadly battle with Luthor that could truly trigger the end of Earth’s Greatest Protector. This startling and gripping DC Universe Animated Original Movie stars the voice talents of James Denton, Anthony LaPaglia, Christina Hendricks and Ed Asner.

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Welcome to Screenshot Saturday! This week we have screenshots from DC Universe, PDP and Konami. PDP screenshots cover the new Tron and Epic Mickey controllers while Konami showcases Halloween in Neverdead.

PDP Epic Mickey and Tron controllers:

Konami’s NeverDead:

Happy Saturday! Another long week and now it’s time for the weekend. Saturdays bring us screenshots here at GamingAngels.

Sony Online sends us their New York Comic Con screen shots. Here you see Hawkman and Hawkgirl as well as Green Lantern.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is a new DS title from Capcom. The title is at New York Comic Con for gamers to check out.

“Shu Takumi, the father of the Ace Attorney series, has a new masterpiece on the way called Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective. Each bundle of assets we release reveals more incredible characters coupled with even more unnerving questions. The latest assets profile a kidnapper, a quirky bar staff, and an intriguing restaurant – what role will these disparate elements play in the grand scheme of things?’

We’ve been posting DC Universe Screenshots every Saturday here at GamingAngels. I know I’m excited to try the upcoming MMO from SOE. But sad news came in as Sony Online Entertainment announced that DC Universe will be delayed until early 2011.

“SOE is dedicated to delivering the highest quality game experiences possible,” says John Smedley, President of Sony Online Entertainment. “DC Universe Online is the first game of its kind, and a truly massive undertaking — the first action MMO set in the DC Universe, the first MMO on the PlayStation®3, and the first time the entire DC Universe will be accessible to the millions of fans who are eagerly anticipating its release. As the game heads into external beta testing, this extra time will allow us to address community feedback in a meaningful way. When we get deeper into external beta, we’ll be able to share more information regarding the new launch date.”

The beta program will receive access to VIP Cards and those that have registered on the site as early as next week. To everyone that has already pre-ordered the game, they will be getting beta access by November 30.

If you are interested, I found some VIP keys that I have to giveaway. Leave a comment as to what Super hero you love the most and I’ll contact you if you win. This is for the PC version, the PS3 version is not part of the beta. Please be registered on GamingAngels so I can contact you with the winning codes. I have four to giveaway, so good luck!

Hello Angels! Hope you are having a great Saturday! We’re back with screenshots from both DC Universe and Left 4 Dead.

The screenshots below are for Left 4 Dead new campaign, “The Sacrifice”. The Sacrifice will be released on October 5th and takes places as the characters are moving down into the South. “The Sacrifice” takes place for Left 4 Dead and Left 4 Dead 2 and is a separate download for each.

The Sacrifice will be 560 MS Points and free to all PC Gamers.

In this week’s DC Universe Online screenshots we have shots of Lex Luthor who was revealed this week. We also received more in-game shots and locations.

Welcome to another screenshot Saturday! This week we only have pictures from Sony Online’s DC Universe.

The screenshots show more of Metropolis and Gotham City. The locations are the Ace O Clubs Bar, Steelworks and Amusement Mile. Love the Joker and Harley Quinn screenshot.

These have some from last week mixed in, but you’ll be able to see the new ones too.

I don’t like to make posts of just screenshots and call it news. Especially during the week, when I think there are actual news items to talk about. But screenshots are interesting and can help build interest in a game or discussion about a game. That is the reason for Screenshot Saturdays. GamingAngels will be bringing screenshots from during the week to a post on Saturday for you to enjoy.

We’ll start this column with four new screenshots from the Medal of Honor team. Hope you enjoy and we’ll be back next week with more screenshots!

Sony Online Entertainment sent us a batch of screenshots from their upcoming superhero MMO, DC Universe Online. The screenshots show PvP and PvE action in various locations in the game.

Title: Wonder Woman
Issue: # 600
Publisher: DC Comics
Publish date: 6/30/10

Earlier in the week we had a great discussion on GamingAngels about Wonder Woman’s new look. I was stunned to see that I was the only one that really hated it. I hated the idea of a reboot. Wonder Woman has been my idol, my superhero, and I didn’t want her to be modernized and like any other female superhero character out there.

Reading #600, eased me into the change. DC did a fabulous job of combining the new story with a tribute to Wonder Woman. Lynda Carter starts things off with a great introduction. The following words echoed my feeling on the famous amazon:

“That said, her costume and accessories don’t define the essence of Wonder Woman. She is the “Secret Self” inside every woman – the beautiful, unafraid, tenacious, and powerful woman we know resides within us.”

What follows Carter’s introduction are snippets of various story lines that involve Wonder Woman and in each of them, other superheroes turn to her as a leader and mentor. But each story also stresses how there is a new generation of young fighters. In one, Power Girl has to explain to Wonder Woman what a “Manga Monster” is. In each short story, you see how much the others respect Wonder Woman. In between the stories are amazing pieces of Wonder Woman art.

The subtle introduction into the “re-boot” is genius. As someone that “hated” the idea of the re-boot, the way it is done leads you right into the new Wonder Woman who right away is defending herself. The writing is interesting as we see that the new Wonder Woman is tough, stubborn, and passionate. She wants to find out about her past and the Oracle shows her a glimpse of the ruined island.

At the end, Jim Lee and J. Michael Staczynski talk about the re-boot/re-design. I understand where Jim Lee is coming from in terms of functionality with the outfit. It looks like her shoes are boots, and her gauntlets leave a W mark on her enemies. I was almost there, and then Staczynski made a stereotype comment about how women love to accessorize and change outfits as his reason for the update. Female stereotypes are still strongly enforced in the comic world and this comment did nothing to add to the reasoning.

In the end, I have to say that the re-boot does create some very interesting questions. Wonder Woman is still strong with an attitude to match it. I’m on board for reading how this storyline turns out and I hope you are as well. I’d love to know what you think about one of my favorite characters in the superhero universe.

My favorite line from Lynda Carter’s introduction:

“I loved Wonder Woman as a kid, I loved Wonder Woman when I played the role, and I love Wonder Woman to this day. She is the goddess within us all. “

Boston Comic Con has outgrown it’s current venue, so today they’ve announced the new venue. That means more fans can enjoy the fun and the newly announced guests that will be in attendance. Boston Comic Con is on April 10-11, 2010 and will be in the Westin Waterfront in South Boston. Admission is $15 each day and for more information go to the website here.

Here is a list of the guests they have lined up. Trust me when I say they seem to have something for everyone…
Jim Lee is a superstar in the comic industry. He created a massive fan following in the 90s drawing X-Men before leaving Marvel to co-found Image Comics. His studio, Wildstorm, now falls under the DC Comics banner where he has worked on their flagship titles, Batman and Superman. He recently helped create the DC Universe Online MMORPG.

Mike Mignola is the creator of Hellboy, one of the most popular indie characters in comics. With two feature films, animated videos, toys, spinoff series, and more Hellboy is an international sensation. Mike has also done feature film work on Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, and is currently working with frequent collaborator Guillermo del Toro on The Hobbit.

Eric Powell has worked on many title including Action Comics, Star Wars Tales, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. But he found success with his critically acclaimed series The Goon. Eric is adapting the Goon into an animated feature film with director David Fincher.

Gene “The Dean” Colan has a long and illustrious career in comics starting in the Golden Age. He is best known for his long runs on Tomb of Dracula, Daredevil, and his collaboration with Steve Gerber on Howard the Duck. Now a resident of Vermont, Gene continues to draw comics recently having worked on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Blade (a character he co-created), and Captain America. Boston Comic Con is honored to host this living legend!

Mark Chiarello is a graduate of Pratt Institute and as a painter worked on Batman/Houdini, countless covers for both Marvel and DC, and was the original colorist for Mike Mignola’s Hellboy. After becoming the Art Director of DC Comics, he edited the high profile and critically acclaimed series Batman: Black & White, Solo, and this past summer’s Wednesday Comics. Mark has also published a book of portraits of baseball players from the Negro Leagues. Boston Comic Con is honored to have him as guest and happy to announce that he will conduct a limited number of portfolio reviews. This is a rare opportunity for artists to show their work to the man in charge of the look of the DC Universe.

JH Williams III is an amazing illustrator known for his work on Promethea, Desolation Jones, Seven Soldiers of Victory, and many, many covers. With an art style that is constantly evolving, Williams continually pushes the boundaries of storytelling and design. His recent work on Detective Comics featuring Batwoman has garnered a heap of critical praise. Don’t miss this rare talent!

Bill Sienkiewicz is Emmy nominated and Eisner award winning artist, best known for revamping the style of comic and graphic novel illustration from 1980 onward, most notably with on Elektra: Assassin, Moon Knight, New Mutants and his acclaimed graphic novel Stray Toasters. A classically trained painter, Bill’s renderings incorporate abstract and expressionist influences and any combination of oil painting, acrylics, watercolor, mixed-media collage and mimeograph; previously unheard of in comics.

Steve Rude is best known for co-creating the groundbreaking series Nexus. He has worked for all the major comic book publishers including Marvel Comics, DC Comics, and Dark Horse Comics, drawing all the major characters including Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Thor, X-Men, Captain America, and many more.

Skottie Young cut his teeth doing the art for New Warriors, Human Torch, and New X-Men. His current project, a faithful adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, has garnered him widespread critical acclaim. He is an up-and-comer in the comics industry and a popular fan favorite.

Ben Templesmith is an Australian illustrator best known for his horror work including the co-creation of the vampire series 30 Days of Night, which was subsequently adapted into a motion picture, and Fell with collaborator Warren Ellis. His other projects include the critically acclaimed serial Wormwood: Gentleman Corpse, Welcome to Hoxford, and Singularity 7, all of which he also wrote.

Billy Tan is making a big splash at Marvel penciling titles like X-23, Uncanny X-Men, and New Avengers. His latest project is drawing the Asgardian Thunder God, Thor. Billy began his career at Top Cow in the mid-90s after emigrating from Malaysia. Besides drawing comics, he also freelances in illustration, design, and storyboards.

Joe Jusko is one of the most recognized painters in the comic book industry. His career began at age 17 with a cover to Heavy Metal magazine which led to many more covers including a long run painting the covers of Savage Sword of Conan. Joe has worked for almost every major comic book publisher, producing hundreds of images for both covers and interiors, and his Marvel Masterpieces Trading Card series in the early 90s is credited with starting the trading card collecting boom. His recent work includes a fully painted Tomb Raider graphic novel, which won a Certificate of Merit from the prestigious Society of Illustrators.

Michael Golden’s realistic style and dynamic designs have influenced a generation of artists who grew up idolizing his work on Micronauts, G.I. Joe, Dr. Strange, The ‘Nam, Howard the Duck and more. He has also worked extensively in commercial illustration and animation. After a long hiatus from comic books, Michael has returned to the industry to great acclaim from fans and peers alike. The Boston Comic Con is excited to bring such an iconic artist to New England.

Jim Starlin created waves writing and drawing many of Marvel’s cosmic titles in 70s and creating the villain Thanos. His work on Silver Surfer, Infinity Gauntlet, and The Death of Captain Marvel reverberate to this day.

Jim Mahfood (aka Food One) got his big break drawing the Clerks comics for Kevin Smith. His published work includes his creator-owned Grrl Scouts and Ultimate Team Up, What The?, and Generation X Underground Special for Marvel. Jim is also well known for his live art murals demonstrations. He recently sold an animated project to Disney.

Cameron Stewart comes to Boston all the way from Montreal. He frequently works in collaboration with writer Grant Morrison on Seaguy, Seven Soldiers: The Manhattan Guardian, and, most recently, Batman & Robin. His art has also graced the pages of the critically acclaimed series Catwoman and The Other Side, for which he travelled to Vietnam for extensive research.

Joe Quinones is a Boston artist who is on the rise in comics. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, he worked on Teen Titans Go! before being hand-picked to draw the Green Lantern strip in this past summer’s Wednesday Comics. Make sure to come out and meet this local boy making a splash in the comic book biz.

Craig Rousseau began his career at DC Comics on such titles as Harley Quinn, Batman Beyond, Gotham Adventures, and Impulse. He is currently working on Iron Man: Armor Wars after a successful run on Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane with writer Terry Moore. Craig is also the co-creator of the indy comic hit The Perhapanauts.

Christopher Golden is an award-winning horror writer with several novels to his credit. A Massachusetts native, he frequently collaborates with fellow guest Tom Sniegoski and who co-wrote the lavishly illustrated novel Baltimore, or, The Steadfast Tin Soldier and the Vampire with Mike Mignola. His comics work includes BPRD, Talent, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Angel.

Norman Lee has been a professional comics creator for close to 15 years. After graduating with a BFA from UMASS-Dartmouth, Norman’s ink has covered every major character in the Marvel Universe. Most recently he is working on such titles as Marvel Adventures: Spider-Man, Marvel Adventures: Avengers, and Exiles.

Pat Broderick began his career in the early 70s and made a name for himself illustrating long runs on Captain Marvel and Micronauts. Pat has also worked in animation for Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius and other shows. Be sure to check out his new series Man-O-War from Bluewater Press.

Tom Sniegoski is a novelist and comic book scripter who has worked for every major company in the comic book industry. He has written tales featuring such characters as Hellboy, Batman, Wolverine, Devil Dinosaur, and the Punisher. His comic book work also includes Stupid, Stupid Rat Tails, a prequel miniseries to the international hit, Bone. Tom has collaborated several times with fellow Boston Comic Con guests Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden, and Eric Powell.

DC Universe Online

Hal Jordan is the latest character to be announced for the upcoming PC and PS3 game, DC Universe Online. For those that may not be familiar with the story, Hal Jordan is the premier Green Lantern in the famed Green Lantern Corps. The corps is an intergalactic police force. Hal using his ring as a weapon which can basically do anything powered by his imagination.

“In brightest days, in blackest night,
No evil shall escape my sight.
Let those who worship evil’s might
Beware my power, Green Lantern’s light!”

Here are some brand new screenshots that showcase the Green Lantern doing his thing: