Wicked: For Good: Blu Ray Review

Cast: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey
Director: Jon M Chu

Picking up at the end of Wicked, Wicked: For Good plunges us straight back into the world of Oz. With Elphaba (Erivo, soulful and earnest) outcast and turned into a symbol of hate by the snake-like Morrible (Yeoh), Glenda (Grande, muted compared to the first) has been made into a figurehead of good to manipulate the populace.

But as the hunt for Elphaba continues, Glinda's forced to choose what's best as Elphaba heads on a collision course with the wizard of Oz (a usually eccentric Goldblum).

Not much really happens in the back part of the two films and there's a distinct feeling at times of scenes being pulled together with only the thinnest of threads. Many come together in a piecemeal fashion, leaving the film feeling episodic in parts, rather than cohesive.

Plus once again,it doesn't really seem to know how to treat its wheelchair-bound witch of the east, a problem that was obvious in the first, but may be due to the musical's script as well. It's just a shame Chu didn't look to rework this narrative for better effect.

There's also a distinct feeling that it lacks a big show-stopping number in the conclusion, something which leads to a feeling of a more perfunctory film in its narrative. Emotional moments that should hit hard often land with the thud of a flying monkey robbed of its wings. Often, the emotion comes from actors staring at the screen looking sad, rather than investment in the story and the consequences of actions.

Where Wicked: For Good does soar though is in its production's execution. Visually the film is nothing short of exceptional, a technicolor-manifesting spectacle of epic proportions.

From a truly surprising origin to the Tin Man to some musical numbers which are elevated by what's around them, via some impressively rendered elements of Oz, director Jon M Chu has a solid grasp on what can cause the script to lift above its more grounded and slight elements.

Ultimately, Wicked: For Good will appeal to fans who've enjoyed the first and whilst it feels like the lesser of the two films, that genuinely seems a source material issue, rather than an execution problem.

It's just a shame that this doesn't defy gravity and soar as much as it could.

What's on Disney+ in March

Here's everything that's streaming on Disney+ in March 2026.

25 March

Daredevil: Born Again: Season 2

Disney+ Premiere

Mayor Wilson Fisk crushes New York City underfoot as he hunts down public enemy number one, the Hell’s Kitchen vigilante known as Daredevil. But beneath the horned mask, Matt Murdock will try to fight back from the shadows to tear down the Kingpin’s corrupt empire and redeem his home. Resist. Rebel. Rebuild.

24 March

Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special

Disney+ Premiere

The special will celebrate the iconic series that defined a generation — exactly two decades after its Disney Channel debut. It will be filmed in front of a live studio audience and will feature an exclusive, in-depth interview with Miley Cyrus, hosted by Alex Cooper. The conversation will offer an intimate look at the creation of one of pop culture’s most iconic characters and the lasting impact the show and character have had on fans around the world. With heartfelt nostalgia and fresh perspective, Cyrus will revisit the moments, music and memories that defined an era. Viewers will be treated to never-before-seen archival footage, while some of the most memorable sets from “Hannah Montana” are brought back to life — including the Stewart family living room and the legendary Hannah Montana closet. There will also be some familiar *notes* that find their way back into the spotlight…

12 March

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Season 4

Hulu Original Series

Premiere

The stakes for #MomTok are at an all-time high as their sisterhood faces the forces of their expanding fame. When Taylor is announced as “The Bachelorette,” and Jen and Whitney head to “Dancing with the Stars,” competition creates chaos, temptations arise, and tradition turns upside down. Up against unraveling marriages, personal demons and family secrets - they must choose to lean on each other or face their fates untethered and alone on the world’s stage.

 

18 March

Rental Family

Disney+ Premiere

Set in modern-day Tokyo, “Rental Family” follows an American actor — portrayed by Brendan Fraser — struggling to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese “rental family” agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the quiet beauty of human connection.

8 March

Ghost Elephants

Disney+ Premiere

Legend says there are “ghost elephants” hidden in the highlands of Angola that have never been seen by humans. Acclaimed director Werner Herzog (“Grizzly Man”) follows an epic quest to the Angolan highlands led by National Geographic Explorer and conservation biologist Dr. Steve Boyes to find these majestic and elusive creatures.

Top Picks for ESPN on Disney+ March

From 4 March

NBL Finals

Play-In Tournament, Playoffs and Championship Series

5 to 17 March

2026 World Baseball Classic

20 National Teams Competing

From 16 March

NCAA

March Madness Begins

27 March

MLB

Opening Day

ALSO IN MARCH

1 March

Movies

2012

American Psycho

Bad Boys

Bad Boys II

Buffalo '66

The Craft

Godzilla

Hitch

Men in Black

Men in Black II

Men in Black 3

Pitch Perfect

Pitch Perfect 2

Pitch Perfect 3

Snow White and the Huntsman

The Huntsman: Winter's War

Step Brothers

Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby

Twister

4 March

Series

O11CE: Seasons 1-3

11 March

Hulu

Solar Opposites: Season 6

18 March

Hulu

Will Trent: Season 4

Series

O11CE: New Generation

24 March

Series

Magicampers

25 March

Series

American Dad: Season 20

27 March

Series

Chibi Tiny Tales: Season 6

31 March

Hulu

If It's Tuesday... It's Murder

Movies

Resident Evil

Resident Evil: Afterlife

Resident Evil: Apocalypse

Resident Evil: Extinction

Resident Evil: Retribution

Sleepless in Seattle

New Episodes

Paradise: Season 2 New Episode on Mondays

Paradise: Official Podcast: Season 2 New Episode on Mondays

FX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette New Episode on Fridays

FX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette: Official Podcast Season Finale Wednesday 4 March

FX's The Beauty 2-Episode Season Finale Thursday 5 March

FX's The Beauty: Official Podcast 2-Episode Season Finale Friday 6 March

High Potential: Season 2 New Episode on Wednesdays

Scrubs (2026) New Episode on Thursdays

9-1-1: Nashville New Episode on Fridays

Battle of Fates Season Finale Wednesday 4 March

Grey's Anatomy: Season 22 New Episode on Fridays

In Your Radiant Season New Episodes Fridays and Saturdays

Medalist: Season 2 New Episode on Saturdays

Small Prophets: Review

In Detectorists, Mackenzie Crook and Toby Jones took on the quiet search for treasure - both in life and under the ground. A beautifully observed and beloved series, it gained a fervent audience of passionate supporters and diehard fans.

Small Prophets is not a direct follow-up to Detectorists, but this latest, written and directed by Mackenzie Crook, carries much of the same DNA through its veins.

Its protagonist, Michael Sleep, a wonderfully dry and heartfelt Pearce Quigley, is a man stuck in a routine and in a life that's on hold waiting for a return which may or may not come. Working in a local DIY store, run by Crook's Gordon, he finds solace in winding up customers and seeing through his days before going to see his father (Michael Palin) who's in a nursing home.

And to say any more about Small Prophets is to deny it its simple pleasures and its curiously offbeat tale as it plays out. Suffice to say, there's an intriguing lore at play here and scenes which are low-key but tremendously affecting. 

Some will no doubt baulk at the whimsy, others will be frustrated by the conclusion and many will appreciate this in the same way they embraced Detectorists. `The pleasures come in the interactions, the surprises and the nuances of the relationships.

Quigley is eminently watchable in this, a seemingly sad man whose heart is guarded, but whose warmth is contagious for all those who come into contact with it. In many ways, there feels like similarities with Robin Williams' character from The Fisher King, but there's much more going in with Quigley's turn here - it's one to soak up the gentle edges of and get lost in.

From a frustrated neighbour to a seemingly insignificant oil leak from a car, there's much that raises a wry smile and gentle humour. With fantasy and supernatural thrown in to the suburban tale, Small Prophets is a bizarre pearl of a series that succeeds in digging its claws in in much the same way Detectorists did.

JBL Grip Bluetooth Speaker: Review

Another Bluetooth speaker comes hurtling into the marketplace and with it, the idea that really, there's no need for JBL to keep releasing speakers for their own range, given how great some of the prior releases are.

And yet, the Grip, with its smaller size and portability, makes a definitive case for having its place in the line-up, thanks to superlative sound from a small speaker.

Weirdly, JBL's decided that aesthetically, what this speaker needs on the back is a neon strip that lights up - sure, it sets it apart from the rest of the range, but it also feels like a strange design element to bring to the table. Yet it comes to the fore, once the app is used and you can set up a light show for it to play along with whatever tunes it is that you're choosing to play.

In terms of sound, this small stack delivers in spade. Bassy tunes such as Darude's SandStorm and Pulp's Common People all handled the jandal, delivering crisp audio that didn't distort at higher levels meant the Grip has more than enough to ensure the sound quality is consistent for whatever's being done.

Designed to stand tall, the Grip certainly doesn't stand out in any kind of line-up and has one of those simple designs that means it looks like it's just going to blend in anywhere as opposed to being the centre of attention. At just 385 grams, it's more than portable and feeling like the kind of material you get on a bike handlebar, the speaker is definitely solid enough to hold its own if you want to rough house it and take out on bikes, on walks or just leave it going.

Simple connection via Bluetooth means that you're up and running before you're even aware you need to connect and moving the device around hasn't caused any loss of latency either. Battery life is around 12 hours, which is a little on the short side, and the fact it's a USB-C connector without one out of the box does feel somewhat of a cheap move from JBL.

The thing to remember with the Grip is that it's a device that's all about just picking up and going, and while it does provide an excellent quality of sound for its size, it's not a device that's aimed at giving you an audiophile's experience of listening.

A rough'n'tumble speaker is no bad thing and in truth, the JBL Grip does its absolute best for its size - thanks to its sound output and solid design, it feels durable enough to last for a long time and never drops off any of what its ambitions should be - to blast out tunes and ensure that you've always got it to hand for when you're on the move.

What's New on Netflix in March 2026

HEARTBREAK HIGH: SEASON 3

Premieres on March 25, 2026 

A prank gone wrong. An old flame returns. Amerie's final year at Hartley High gets off to a chaotic start, and she can't seem to catch a break.

Starring: Ayesha Madon, James Majoos, Chloé Hayden, Asher Yasbincek, Thomas Weatherall, Will McDonald, Gemma Chua-Tran, Bryn Chapman Parish, Sherry-Lee Watson, Brodie Townsend, Rachel House, Chika Ikogwe, Kartanya Maynard, Aki Munroe, Ioane Sa’ula, Ben Turland, William McKenna

ONE DIRECTION: THIS IS US

Available on Netflix March 1, 2026 

Award-winning documentarian Morgan Spurlock turns his camera on boy band phenomenon One Direction in this combination concert film and backstage pass.

VLADIMIR

Premieres on March 5, 2026 

When an English professor becomes obsessed with a handsome new colleague, her already complicated marriage and career are thrown into total chaos.

Starring: Rachel Weisz, Leo Woodall, Jessica Henwick, John Slattery

WAR MACHINE

Premieres on March 6, 2026 

During the final stage of US Army Ranger selection, an elite team’s training exercise turns into a fight for survival against an unimaginable threat.

Starring: Alan Ritchson, Dennis Quaid, Stephan James, Jai Courtney, Esai Morales, Blake Richardson, Keiynan Lonsdale, Daniel Webber

SESAME STREET: VOLUME 2

Premieres on March 9, 2026 

Magical dragons, flying bikes and more! The fun-loving Sesame Street friends grow caring hearts and curious minds while embracing their imaginations.

ONE PIECE: SEASON 2

Premieres on March 10, 2026 

Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates set sail for the legendary Grand Line, encountering wondrous new lands and fresh dangers in their quest for treasure.

Starring: Iñaki Godoy, Emily Rudd, Mackenyu, Jacob Romero Gibson, Taz Skylar

LOUIS THEROUX: INSIDE THE MANOSPHERE

Premieres on March 11, 2026 

With rare access and no holds barred, the acclaimed documentarian investigates a growing ultra-masculine network and its controversial influencers.

PEAKY BLINDERS: THE IMMORTAL MAN

Premieres on March 20, 2026 

By order of the Peaky Blinders: Tommy Shelby shall return to face his most explosive reckoning yet in this epic tale from Steven Knight.

Starring: Cillian Murphy, Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, Ian Peck, Jay Lycurgo, Barry Keoghan, Stephen Graham

BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG

Live on Netflix March 21, 2026 @ 10:00PM AEDT

BTS is back. The iconic group returns to the stage live to perform legendary hits and unveil brand-new tracks.

BTS: THE RETURN

Premieres on March 27, 2026 

They're back! BTS gathers in LA to record their album "Arirang" in this documentary offering unprecedented access to the band as they enter a new era.

Netflix Series

Blue Therapy 4/3/2026 GB Seven couples move out of their comfort zones and onto the therapist's couch to try and work through their relationship issues in this reality series.

Vladimir 5/3/2026 US When an English professor becomes obsessed with a handsome new colleague, her already complicated marriage and career are thrown into total chaos.

Boyfriend on Demand 6/3/2026 KR Seo Mi-rae is worn out by work. Love? It's the last thing on her mind. But a virtual dating service sparks feelings — and maybe a real shot at romance.

Hello Bachchon 6/3/2026 IN A physics teacher sets out to make quality education accessible to all students through online learning. Based on a true story.

BEASTARS FINAL SEASON Part2 7/3/2026 JP While Louis and Haru navigate their new lives at university, Legoshi catches the eye of a BEASTAR who needs his help in capturing a heinous criminal.

Still Shining 7/3/2026 KR After falling in love as teens, two young adults drift apart — only to reunite 10 years later and confront their heartbreak, growth and new challenges.

ONE PIECE: Season 2 10/3/2026 US Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates set sail for the legendary Grand Line, encountering wondrous new lands and fresh dangers in their quest for treasure.

Age of Attraction 11/3/2026 US Age is thrown out the window when singles search for their soulmates in this dating series. Is love truly ageless, or will the years come between them?

Virgin River: Season 7 12/3/2026 US Newly married, Mel and Jack pursue their dream of adopting a baby, while old loves smolder and new threats challenge Virgin River.

Love is Blind: Sweden: Season 3 12/3/2026 SE New season. New singles. New drama. As they date and get engaged sight unseen, which of these Swedish couples will discover that love is truly blind?

Love Is Blind: The Reunion 12/3/2026 US Don't miss the bombshell reunion of Love is Blind: Season 10! It's time to set the stories straight and reveal the biggest shockers of all. Watch together when Love is Blind: The Reunion premieres on Wednesday, March 11 at 9PM ET / 6PM PT, only on Netflix.

That Night 13/3/2026 ES When a young, naïve single mother gets embroiled in a murder during an island getaway, her sisters rush to help. But they only make things worse.

Fatal Seduction: Season 3 13/3/2026 ZA Three years after rebuilding her once-unraveled life, Nandi is torn between her newfound peace and the enticing temptation to throw it all away for love.

Season 2: Furies: Resistance 18/3/2026 FR As a new order rules Paris' criminal underworld, the Furies embark on separate paths to organize a resistance and eliminate a shadowy leader.

Radioactive Emergency 18/3/2026 BR Physicists and doctors race to contain a massive radiological disaster and save thousands of lives in this drama series inspired by true events.

Eva Lasting: Season 4 18/3/2026 CO In 1980, Camilo, Eva and their friends are thriving. As political unrest grows, their insecurities, differences and goals shift, changing them forever.

Tyler Perry's Beauty in Black Season 2 Part 2 19/3/2026 US As she takes the reins of the Bellarie empire, Kimmie confronts a vicious family power struggle, where betrayal, greed and danger lurk at every turn.

STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: 1st STAGE 19/3/2026 JP America, 1890. Johnny Joestar, a genius jockey now paralyzed from the waist down, chases after outlaw Gyro Zeppeli in a tough cross-continent horse race.

Inside: Season 3 23/3/2026 GB No synopsis available.

Ready or Not: Texas 24/3/2026 KR No plans, just vibes. When two best friends and their crew set off for Texas on an entirely unscripted adventure, there's no telling what's coming next.

Heartbreak High: Season 3 25/3/2026 AU A prank gone wrong. An old flame returns. Amerie's final year at Hartley High gets off to a chaotic start, and she can't seem to catch a break.

Jo Nesbo's Detective Hole 26/3/2026 NO Brilliant detective Harry Hole hunts killers while fighting his own demons in this thrilling new series based on Jo Nesbø's bestselling crime novels.

Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen 26/3/2026 US Something Very Bad is Going to Happen is an atmospheric horror show following a bride and groom in the week leading up to their ill-fated wedding. That’s not a spoiler — just read the title.

Netflix Film

Street Flow 3 4/3/2026 FR Grieving and facing the consequences of their crimes, the Traoré brothers get one last chance to forge a new path in the final chapter of this trilogy.

Strangers in the Park 6/3/2026 AR A former communist militant and a "live and let live" man form an unlikely friendship on a park bench, sharing their life stories with humor and heart.

War Machine 6/3/2026 US During the final stage of US Army Ranger selection, an elite team’s training exercise turns into a fight for survival against an unimaginable threat.

Made in Korea 12/3/2026 IN A woman from a small town in Tamil Nadu moves to South Korea — a place she always dreamed of — but struggles to find her footing in a foreign land.

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man 20/3/2026 GB By order of the Peaky Blinders: Tommy Shelby shall return to face his most explosive reckoning yet in this epic tale from Steven Knight.

The Red Line 26/3/2026 TH Three women fall prey to a ruthless phone scam. To settle the score, they'll take on the criminal network that stole their money — and their dignity.

53 Sundays 27/3/2026 ES Three siblings must meet to discuss the future of their father, but the reunion soon turns into chaotic bickering that brings old grudges to light.

Netflix Comedy Special

Bruce Bruce: I Ain’t Playin’ 3/3/2026 US Caught between old-school roots and new-school norms, Bruce Bruce riffs on family, fame and the real definition of foreplay in his debut Netflix special.

Derrick Stroup: Nostalgic 10/3/2026 US Derrick Stroup throws it back to the '90s with a nostalgic set about childhood rituals, pre-internet life and why cigarettes should make a comeback.

Mark Normand: None Too Pleased 17/3/2026 US Mark Normand turns married life, fatherhood and hot-button topics into rapid-fire punchlines in this witty free-for-all where nothing is off limits.

Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride 24/3/2026 US Making his Broadway debut, legendary comic Jeff Ross turns the spotlight on himself in a one-man show that is as heartfelt as it is hilarious.

Aaron Chen: Funny Garden 31/3/2026 US No synopsis available.

Netflix Documentary

A Friend, a Murderer 5/3/2026 DK In this documentary, three friends recount their memories of a series of crimes that changed their lives and rocked their quiet corner of rural Denmark.

The Dinosaurs 6/3/2026 US From the first dinosaurs to the last, this epic documentary series examines their 165 million years on Earth and the forces that shaped their evolution.

The TikTok Killer 6/3/2026 ES This documentary follows a family's quest for the truth when a 42-year-old woman disappears in Spain — after meeting a popular TikToker while traveling.

Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere 11/3/2026 GB With rare access and no holds barred, the acclaimed documentarian investigates a growing ultra-masculine network and its controversial influencers.

The Plastic Detox 16/3/2026 US This eye-opening documentary follows six couples with unexplained infertility as they lower their exposure to plastics in hopes it helps them conceive.

The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel 20/3/2026 US Explore the formative years of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the profound influence of original bandmate Hillel Slovak in this documentary.

Homicide: New York: Season 2 25/3/2026 US In the city that never sleeps, an elite team of NYPD detectives relive the homicide investigations that defined their careers. These are their stories.

The Prosecutor 26/3/2026 MX This documentary series follows the first Prosecutor for the Investigation of Feminicide Crimes in Mexico and her fight to obtain justice for victims of gender-based violence

BTS: THE RETURN 27/3/2026 US They're back! BTS gathers in LA to record their album "Arirang" in this documentary offering unprecedented access to the band as they enter a new era.

Untold: The Death & Life of Lamar Odom 31/3/2026 US This documentary traces the life of Lamar Odom, from his rise to NBA fame and marriage to Khloé Kardashian to his near-fatal overdose in a Nevada brothel.

Netflix Live Events

WWE Elimination Chamber: 2026 1/3/2026 US WWE Superstars compete against heated rivals with title opportunities on the line inside the barbaric Elimination Chamber.

The Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA 2/3/2026 US The biggest names in film and television light up the stage for the 32nd annual Actors Awards live from Los Angeles. (Live event in English.)

BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG 21/3/2026 US BTS is back. The iconic group returns to the stage live to perform legendary hits and unveil brand-new tracks.

MLB Opening Night: Yankees vs. Giants 26/3/2026 US The 2026 Major League Baseball season leads off on Netflix, with Yankees vs. Giants in a star-studded opener live at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

Netflix Kids & Family

Gabby's Dollhouse: Season 13 2/3/2026 US Time to get tiny! Join Gabby and pals as they fly through Fairylandia for the first time, throw a paw-some tea party, learn about opposites and more!

Sesame Street: Volume 2 9/3/2026 US Magical dragons, flying bikes and more! The fun-loving Sesame Street friends grow caring hearts and curious minds while embracing their imaginations.

Unicorn Academy: Secrets Revealed: Chapter 1 19/3/2026 CA Follow Sophia and her friends as they embark on a glimmering quest to unlock Unicorn Island's mysteries and banish Grimoria — and Ravenzella — for good!

Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope Part 2 20/3/2026 JP Back on the Brave Olivine, Liko, Roy and friends continue their adventure as Rising Volt Tacklers — all while trying to stop the Explorers.

Licensed Highlights

Beast of War 1/3/2026 AU Stranded at sea, a crew of World War II soldiers must rely on their training – and each other – to survive a bloodthirsty shark circling their life raft.

One Direction: This Is Us 1/3/2026 US Award-winning documentarian Morgan Spurlock turns his camera on boy band phenomenon One Direction in this combination concert film and backstage pass.

The Boss Baby 1/3/2026 US A kid finds himself at the center of a corporate plot thanks to his new baby brother — who only talks business when their parents aren't around.

Pineapple Express 1/3/2026 US After witnessing a murder, a perpetually stoned process server and his good-natured dealer go on the run from a drug lord who's out to kill them.

The Invisible Man 20/3/2026 US After escaping from an abusive, controlling relationship with a wealthy tech genius, a woman finds herself stalked and tormented by an unseen entity.

Marvel Games and Limited Run Games Announce MARVEL MaXimum Collection for PC and Console

MaXimum Fun Meets MaXimum Thrills in This Curated Collection of Classics, Coming to Nintendo® Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam 

Limited Run Games, a premium publisher of physical games, announced today MARVEL MaXimum Collection, a compendium of classic Marvel titles from the golden age of gaming, coming soon to PC and console and created in collaboration with Marvel Games and Konami Digital Entertainment (KONAMI).

 

Featuring six classic titles from the Arcade, 8-bit, and 16-bit consoles, MARVEL MaXimum Collection includes a host of fan favorites, each evoking the endless spirit, imagination, and non-stop action that made the originals so beloved for a generation of gamers.

 

Arriving on Nintendo® Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, MARVEL MaXimum Collection represents a comprehensive gathering of Marvel’s early gaming legacy, reborn for a modern gaming audience.

 

 

More than a mere game, MARVEL MaXimum Collection is one for the True Believers, a Super Hero-sized helping of history, taking gamers on a comprehensive tour of Marvel’s gaming legacy. Spanning multiple genres and a multitude of the world’s greatest heroes, gamers can experience every pixelated punch, web-swing, and optic blast across multiple platforms. Refusing to play favorites, MARVEL MaXimum Collection doesn’t just feature one version of a particular game; here, every major console and arcade iteration is included! Whether you grew up with a controller in your hand or a roll of quarters in your pocket, the MARVEL MaXimum Collection is the ultimate collection of comic book classics! Here’s what’s included:

 

X-Men: The Arcade Game (Arcade)

·         The definitive mutant beat-’em-up returns! Experience the legendary cabinet action with full online multiplayer support for up to six players. Choose your favorite X-Man and take on Magneto’s army with the ultimate team-up experience.

 

Captain America and The Avengers (Arcade, Sega® Genesis/Mega Drive, NES)

·         Take control of Captain America, Iron Man, Hawkeye, and Vision as you experience the cinematic arcade original or the unique platforming spin of the NES.

 

Spider-Man/Venom: Maximum Carnage (Super Nintendo™, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive)

·         Based on the iconic comic crossover, gamers take to the streets of NYC battling hordes of nefarious bad guys, all to the sound of a rockin’ 16-bit soundtrack! Switch between the rich color palette of the Super Nintendo version, or dive in and enjoy the Genesis/Mega Drive version’s gritty vibe. Whatever you choose, carnage is guaranteed! 

 

Venom/Spider-Man: Separation Anxiety (Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive)

·         The superlative symbiote sequel! Go solo or team up in two-player co-op to take on the Life Foundation and Carnage’s offspring. 

 

Spider-Man/X-Men: Arcade’s Revenge (Super Nintendo™, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, Game Boy™, Game Gear™)

·         Navigate Arcade’s deadly "Murderworld." This collection includes the handheld versions of the game, offering a fascinating look at Marvel's history of on-the-go gaming.

 

Silver Surfer (NES):

·         Test your Super Hero skills against one of the most infamously challenging shooters to ever grace a console! Featuring one of the greatest soundtracks in 8-bit history, this is a shooter that’s tough to master and tougher to put down!

 

As if six comic book classic titles were not enough, MARVEL MaXimum Collection goes one step further, adding a host of features designed to scratch the itch of modern gamers and collectors alike! Additional features include:

 

·         Archives: Dive into a digital archive featuring high-resolution scans of original box art, instruction manuals, and vintage advertisements.

·         Music Player: Kick back and listen to the iconic chip-tune scores from every version of every game in the collection.

·         Rewind & Save States: Finally conquer the "Deadly Walls" of Silver Surfer or the boss gauntlets of Arcade’s Revenge with the ability to rewind gameplay and save anywhere.

·         Display Options: Play with crisp, modern pixels or recreate the Saturday morning experience with CRT and scanline filters.

 

Scream 7: Movie Review

Cast: Neve Campbell, Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Anna Camp, David Arquette, Roger L. Jackson, Michelle Randolph, Jimmy Tatro, Mckenna Grace, Asa Germann, Celeste O’Connor, Sam Rechner, Mark Consuelos, Tim Simons, Matthew Lillard, Joel McHale, Courteney Cox
Director: Kevin Williamson

The latest entrant in the Scream slasher series goes back to its roots.

When Neve Campbell's Sidney Prescott thinks she has it all, a new life in a new town, she's shocked to once again receive a taunting call from serial killer Ghostface.

But this time, it's personal with Sidney's daughter is the one being threatened... 

Formulaic suspense, fake-outs, OTT deaths, masked killers and a general malaise pervades much of the latest Scream film, the first to see Neve Campbell return as Final Girl Sidney Prescott after she sat out the prior film.

But this Scream feels more like a whimper with the idea of Sidney taking on a new life as a suburban mom to growingly rebellious teen daughter Tatum (Isabel May) feeling like it's wasted, rather than built upon.

With original scribe Kevin Williamson back and behind the camera, as well as Campbell, you'd expect a meta-film that is full of clever twists and turns. Instead, as Sidney once again battles Ghostface, what emerges is a film that's content to make comments about how Sidney was wise to sit out the events of New York and less interested in advancing or reshaping the genre.

It starts with a pre-titles sequence set in the original Woodsboro house that's now visitable by tourists (Scare BnB, anyone?) but it's limp and obvious in its execution(s).

Messing with the idea that Matthew Lillard's Stu has returned to kill again and dabbling with the idea of deepfakes and AI, Scream 7 had real potential to ensure it was going to be killer. Instead, what emerges is largely filler, that takes nearly 2 hours to play out and has a deeply unsatisfying reveal of the final reasons for the stab-fest.

Campbell's stoic enough and it's good to see her having gone through the transition to becoming more proactive. Cox has a great entrance and little else, and the film's obsession with leaning into examining why everyone could be a suspect leaves you distinctly feeling that all of this has been done before - and better.

The whole thing lacks a freshness and feels like the franchise has fallen foul of itself (the very idea that a rewrite cost $500,000 after Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega dropped out is laughable given how poor it is).

If anything, while box office will probably guarantee a return, creatively, this franchise is done - it's time to stick a knife in its heart and end it for good.