Legendary Hellboy Creator Mike Mignola’s First-Ever Gallery Show to be Hosted by New York’s Philippe Labaune Gallery

 

For Immediate Release
Legendary Hellboy Creator Mike Mignola’s First-Ever Gallery Show

 to be Hosted by New York’s Philippe Labaune Gallery

The Exhibit Will Feature Watercolor Paintings, Over 100 Pieces of Black and White Pieces, 

And Original Art from Hellboy, Beehive Books’ Illuminated Edition of Pinocchio, 

and IDW’s Hell, Ink & Water: The Art of Mike Mignola

(September 3rd, 2024) On Thursday September 19th, 2024, the renowned Philippe Labaune Gallery in New York City will host the first ever gallery show for the legendary cartoonist and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola. The exhibit will feature over 30 watercolors as well as over 100 black and white pieces, including 50 covers and 10 pages of original comic book art from Hellboy, alongside illustrations by Mignola for Beehive Books’ eagerly anticipated new edition of Carlo Collodi’s Pinocchio. The Philippe Labaune Gallery will host an invitation-only preview event of Hell, Ink, and Water: The Art of Mike Mignola Exhibit on September 18, and a free opening reception at 6 PM on Thursday, September 19. The gallery will also host a book release party for Mignola’s Hell, Ink & Water: The Art of Mike Mignola during New York Comic Con. 

“Encountering Mike Mignola’s work for the first time is like being dropped into a beautifully crafted dream; you find yourself inclined to remain there rather than waking up,” said Philippe Labaune. “Mignola’s work is eerily captivating. Reading Hellboy in my 20s, I was struck by Mignola’s artistry; his drawing ability, specifically the strength of the black-and-white, his linework, the character design, the depth of his compositions, combined with the narrative force of his images. These all set him apart. Now, some 30-years later, I have the privilege of presenting Mike Mignola’s first gallery exhibition—and not just showcasing his unparalleled linework, but also to share publicly his magnificent ability as a watercolorist, which has been revelatory to me.”

The Hell, Ink, and Water: The Art of Mike Mignola Exhibit is part of the yearlong thirtieth anniversary of Mignola’s Hellboy. The art exhibit and anniversary come in advance of the release of some high profile, eagerly anticipated releases from the artist, who was recently inducted into the prestigious Will Eisner Hall of Fame. Beehive Books recently published PINOCCHIO: THE ILLUMINATED EDITION featuring more than 50 exquisite original illustrations from Mignola, alongside over 100 full text annotations by celebrated novelist Lemony Snicket (A Series of Unfortunate Events). On October 15th, IDW will publish Hell, Ink & Water: The Art of Mike Mignola, the official, 64-page hardcover art catalog from the exhibit, featuring featuring 31 new watercolors, which focus on many of the themes near and dear to Mignola: skulls, monsters, and the supernatural. And in January 2025, Dark Horse Comics will publish Bowling With Corpses and Other Strange Tales From Lands Unknown, an anthology of folklore-inspired fantasy stories written and illustrated by Mignola, colored by Dave Stewart, and lettered by Clem Robins. The book will be the first publication from Curious Objects, Mignola’s new imprint at Dark Horse and will set the stage for more weird, wicked, and whimsical stories in the “Lands Unknown” universe from Mignola and frequent collaborator, the acclaimed cartoonist Ben Stenbeck.

“It does seem like suddenly there is a whole lot going on,” said Mignola. “Most of these things have been in the works for ages but nice to have them out in the world at last—Especially as all this stuff (the paintings, Pinocchio and Bowling With Corpses) is about life beyond Hellboy. I still love Hellboy (of course) and have my hand in several new Hellboy related projects, but I’m excited to see a very new and different side of myself out there.”

The Philippe Labaune gallery is located at 534 West 24th Street in New York and is open from Thursday through Saturday, from 10am to 6pm. The roots of Philippe Labaune Gallery have a strong European influence: among the artists are esteemed creators such as Lorenzo Mattotti, Nicolas de Crécy, Guido Crepax, Dave Mckean or François Schuiten. In recent years, American artists such as Landis Blair, Rebecca Leveille Guay, Frank Miller, and Peter de Sève have helped Philippe Labaune Gallery to foster a community of overlapping art collectors and comic fans from all over the world. 

The Hell, Ink, and Water: The Art of Mike Mignola Exhibit will be open to the public from Thursday, September 19, to Saturday, October 26.

Volgarr the Viking II Lands on PC and Console, Sword in Hand and Ready to Ragna-rock

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Digital Eclipse’s Volgarr the Viking II is Available Now and Ready to Ragna-Rock Your World

New Features and a Larger Scope Define the Sequel to the Legendary Indie Platformer 

Emeryville, CA — Sharpen and don your great horned helmets, warriors! Earlier this week, acclaimed studio Digital Eclipse launched Volgarr the Viking II, the highly anticipated sequel to the indie hit from Crazy Viking Studios. Available now on PC and consoles, Volgarr the Viking II fuses brutal hack-and-slash action with hardcore 2D action platformer elements for a potentially punishing game that's as rewarding as it is challenging.
 

Watch the Volgarr the Viking II launch trailer here: 
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Developed in partnership with Crazy Viking Studios, Volgarr the Viking II is a sequel 10 years in the making. The barbarian king Volgarr returns, a little older but no less ruthless. Featuring new and expansive worlds inspired by Norse mythology, players must slash, dash, and mash their way through waves of bloodthirsty enemies…lest they embark on a one-way trip to Valhalla. 

Sporting the same unforgiving 1980s arcade style of challenge as the original, Volgarr the Viking II demands precision, as one false move leads to a brutal death. Players of the original game will feel right at home on this relentless voyage, while more modern gameplay features ease newer players into the savagery with a practice mode, optional checkpoints, save profiles, and unlimited continues. However, a secret world and boss await those who can master the game without these modern comforts.
 

“We’re thrilled to finally unleash Volgarr’s particular brand of gameplay once again,” said Mike Mika, Head of Digital Eclipse. “The original gained a cult following among players that appreciate a steep challenge and the speedrunning community, and it was a joy to bring Volgarr II to life.”

“The new game contains a decade full of new ideas I have had since the original came out. Some of them are new ways to challenge players; others are designed to make the game more accessible to new players,” said Kristofor Durrschmidt, CEO and Creative Director of Crazy Viking Studios. “A lot of the things that I did in the second game were addressing the primary complaints, wishes, hopes, and dreams of what we collected from fans and reviewers about what could have been done to make Volgarr better.”

Key Features of Volgarr the Viking II Include: 

• Stave off death with new power-ups and magic items
• A roster of ruthless bosses so big and so ugly, they’re just begging to have their heads chopped off
• An epic orchestral soundtrack to carry you through battle
• Handy speedrunning tools, including an on-screen timer and speedrun HUD mode
• Six distinct endings based on player performance —only the masterfully skilled will unlock a secret level with its own final boss
• A practice mode and multiple profile save options
• Buckets of blood and bone explosions
• Loincloths

Volgarr the Viking II is available now on PC via Steam and GOG and on console via Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Series X|S. For more information, visit the official website.

Rock ItTM Games will be publishing a physical version of Volgarr the Viking II for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Details and dates to follow. 

Stay up to date with Volgarr’s violent adventures by following Digital Eclipse on X (Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook.


About Digital Eclipse 

Based in Emeryville, California, Digital Eclipse is a game development studio originally founded in 1992, focused on the craft and history of classic video games. Digital Eclipse strives to set the gold standard for archival game re-releases, preserving gaming history for future generations. The studio's original games pay homage to the legacy of the gaming industry, with the signature style and timeless gameplay of the classics.

Digital Eclipse's recent games include Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection, and Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, as well as its celebrated Gold Master Series of interactive documentaries.

Learn more at: http://digitaleclipse.com.

Solstice event returns to Destiny 2

 

 

Players the world over are cordially invited to Eva Levante’s latest party taking place until August 27.  

Guardians can complete the Solstice Seal and earn the Flamekeeper title by completing event challenges. Fend off waves of enemies in the sizzling Bonfire Bash activity to get that eye-catching glow that makes Solstice armor a prized feature of every Guardian’s wardrobe. Party in style with brand-new rewards, including the new Fortunate Star Bow, Solstice’s first-ever memento, and the Sublime Suit armor set.

Players can also unlock the limited-edition Bear Walker skateboard via Bungie Rewards by completing the Fuel for the Fire III Event Challenge. Visit the Bungie Store for more info.

After the climactic battle with the Witness in Destiny 2: The Final Shape, a page turned in the universe and new wonders called Guardians to new adventures. In Destiny 2: Echoes, a mysterious object has materialized and fallen to the surface of Nessus. In Act 2, launched July 16, players plunged into the depths of Nessus to discover the holder of the first Echo. Both Act 1 and Act 2 are still available to anyone who starts today, and Act 3 will launch on August 27 bringing new activities, storytelling, and rewards.

Check out the Episode’s landing page to get more information on Destiny 2: Echoes.

Bit Bot Media and Crystal Dynamics Reveal Reaver Replica Sword to Accompany Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise Graphic Novel

 

For Immediate Release
Bit Bot Media and Crystal Dynamics Reveal Reaver Replica Sword to Accompany Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise Graphic Novel

 

(August 8, 2024) The upcoming graphic novel Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise will be the first official new Soul Reaver story in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Bit Bot Media and Crystal Dynamics are creating exclusive collectibles, which will be available alongside the graphic novel on Kickstarter later this year. Now fans can bring home the legendary sword with the Reaver Replica.

“The Reaver is more than just a weapon; it's a symbol of power in the world of Legacy of Kain,” says Joshua Viola of Bit Bot Media. “As a fan, I've always dreamed of having an official Reaver to display on my wall—and now, you can! Plus, you can cosplay with it. Our partners at Oktober Studios created a truly unique collectible for fans to hold in their own hands. We wanted it to feel like the closest you can get to a blade infused with vampiric energy to consume the souls of your enemies!”

Fans can channel the power of the Reaver and let the legacy live on with this extraordinary replica. Measuring an impressive 3 feet in length, this high-end replica is hand-painted with extraordinary detail and crafted from durable EVA foam around an aluminum frame to ensure it maintains its shape. Perfectly safe for cosplay, this Reaver Replica also makes a striking display piece.

Fans can sign up on the BackerKit (LINK) prelaunch page to receive an email alert when the project launches. Everyone who signs up will receive a free digital image from officially approved Crystal Dynamics Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver archives after the project launches.