Geek Culture Reviews

When it comes to DC Comics, few characters have managed to evolve, reinvent themselves, and remain relevant in the way Harley Quinn has. Originally introduced as a one-off sidekick in Batman: The Animated Series, she has since grown into one of DC’s most recognizable and commercially successful characters. From animated shows to blockbuster films and countless comic runs, Harley has carved out her own chaotic corner of Gotham that feels unlike anything else in the DC lineup. Harley Quinn Vol. 1: Destructive Comics is the latest Harley Quinn trade paperback to refine her voice for modern readers, and it comes with the daunting task of balancing the wild energy fans expect with a sense of direction that keeps the series engaging across multiple issues. This collected edition brings together the first arc of Harley’s new solo comic book series and sets the stage for what looks like an unpredictable, fourth-wall-breaking, and occasionally heartfelt take on the Clown Princess of Crime. For ...

Alien vs. Avengers is one of those crossover comics that immediately makes you stop and do a double take. Marvel’s Earth’s Mightiest Heroes facing off against the acid-blooded monsters of the Alien franchise? On paper, it sounds like pure fan service, the kind of mash-up that lives on fan forums and “what if” conversations. But Marvel has made it real, collecting the full miniseries into one volume that delivers exactly what the title promises. It is loud, violent, pulpy, and surprisingly respectful to both sides of the crossover, even if it does not always avoid the pitfalls of pacing and repetition. For fans of Marvel crossover comics or readers curious about what happens when Xenomorphs invade the Marvel Universe, this book offers a fun, action-packed ride. The setup wastes no time. An extraterrestrial craft crashes on Earth, and with it comes a nightmare stowaway: the perfect predators, the Xenomorphs. The Avengers are dispatched to investigate, but the situation quickly spirals in...

When Event Horizon hit cinemas in 1997, it was dismissed by critics and largely ignored at the box office. But over time, the film grew into something much bigger than a forgotten sci-fi horror experiment. It became a cult classic, celebrated for its grim tone, unforgettable visuals, and the chilling suggestion that hell itself exists not in some mythical underworld, but in the black nothingness between stars. Now, nearly three decades later, IDW Publishing and writer Christian Ward are returning to that terrifying universe with Event Horizon: Dark Descent. Instead of retelling the story of the film, Ward and his creative team dig into the untold history of the ship itself. The result is a comic that feels both like a lost chapter of the movie and a fully realised piece of cosmic horror in its own right. The first issue of Dark Descent isn’t interested in easing you in gently. From the very beginning, there’s a sense of unease baked into every panel. The story focuses on the Event Hori...

It feels a little surreal to be talking about Resident Evil 3: Nemesis in 2025. Yet thanks to the titles imminent release as part of the PlayStation Plus Classics offering, here we are.  Originally released in 1999 for the PlayStation, this third entry in Capcom’s survival horror juggernaut is now making its way onto the PlayStation Plus Classics Collection, giving players old and new a chance to dive into one of the most memorable chapters in the Resident Evil  franchise.  For some, Resident Evil 3 was “the other” sequel, not quite as celebrated as Resident Evil 2, which had wowed gamers a year earlier with its ambitious dual campaigns and cinematic flair. But for those who stuck with Jill Valentine as she fought her way through a city in chaos, Resident Evil 3 delivered something equally special: a faster-paced, more relentless take on survival horror, with one of gaming’s most iconic villains stalking your every step. In 2025, with modern Resident Evil titles pushing i...

A Brutal Yet Beautiful Journey Through a Cursed Empire… First Steps Into the World From the moment Wuchang: Fallen Feathers loads on PS5, the tone is unmistakable. The game greets you with dim skies, decaying towns, and vast mountains that fade into mist. It is set in a land teetering on the edge of collapse, where disease, war, and strange supernatural forces seem to be gnawing at everything. It has an immediate pull for anyone who enjoys worlds that feel heavy with history and mystery. The opening hours are slow and deliberate. Rather than rushing you into the action, the game lets you take in its environments and get familiar with its methodical combat. This pacing can feel daunting at first, but once you understand the rhythm, the immersion takes hold. Story and Atmosphere You step into the role of Bai Wuchang, a wandering fighter afflicted by a strange feather-like disease. The narrative is told with restraint. Clues come from short conversations, visual details in the ...

Odysseus continues to defy the gods as a familiar face makes her presence known… PSY Comics return with another thrilling chapter in their epic saga of gods and mortals. This second issue in the adventures of Odysseus not only delivers more spectacular battles and terrifying monsters, but also serves as a bridge to the publisher’s other series, Circe. With Circe stepping into Odysseus’s path, the stakes rise dramatically. How will the goddess of change influence his crew? More importantly, how will she infiltrate the thoughts and resolve of Odysseus himself? Like PSY Comics’ other projects, Odysseus: In Defiance of the Gods - Book Two was brought to life through Kickstarter. At the time of writing, the campaign has been fully funded with support from 136 backers—easily surpassing its £1,000 target and raising an impressive £3,489. Credit to Neil “Bhuna” Roach and the team for their success. The story picks up directly where the first issue left off. Having escaped the Lotus Eaters and ...

From the very first night, Five Nights at Freddy’s 3 makes it clear that it is not trying to repeat the same tricks as the earlier games. The frantic juggling act that defined how the original 2014 Five Nights at Freddy’s game changed horror and the chaotic energy of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is gone. In its place is a slower, more calculated form of fear. There is only one enemy who can kill you, but he is the most dangerous yet. This is Springtrap, a rotting green rabbit suit that contains the corpse of William Afton, the killer whose shadow has hung over the series from the very beginning. Instead of managing doors, masks, and a swarm of threats, FNaF 3 gameplay focuses on three key systems. Cameras let you track Springtrap’s position. Audio devices lure him away from your office by playing childlike sounds. Ventilation keeps you from blacking out when phantom animatronics fill your vision. Any one of these systems can fail without warning, forcing you into the control panel to pe...

Karma: The Dark World is not a game that tries to entertain with fast action or familiar horror tropes. Instead, it quietly unsettles you, pulling you into a slow descent through memory, guilt, and psychological decay. It is a disturbing, visually intense experience that trades jump scares for emotional tension and abstract storytelling. If you come into it expecting combat or traditional survival elements, you may be surprised by just how different it is from most horror titles. Story & Atmosphere - A Deep Dive Taking place in a dystopian version of East Germany in the year 1984, under the control of a shadowy corporate regime known as Leviathan The narrative places you into the shoes of Daniel McGovern, a special investigator with the strange ability to enter the minds of others. These so-called memory dives are where most of the game happens. You are not just reviewing crime scenes or solving clear mysteries. Instead, you are exploring fractured memories filled with hidden meani...