Indie Game Showcase – White City

The Indie Game Showcase has come a long way since its debut at Emerald City Comic Con a decade ago. Designed to give independent developers a vital entry point into major conventions, the showcase has finally arrived at the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2)—and Retrofit Games Company is proud to be part of the inaugural lineup. In a world where convention schedules are packed tight, Retrofit is making waves with their One Session Games (OSG) philosophy. These are high-octane adventures designed for fans who love tabletop gaming but lack the time for long campaigns that can go for years.

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MacFarlane Toys – Warhammer 40,000

Fight for the future of humanity across a vicious, war-torn galaxy. Welcome to Warhammer 40,000! Set in the grim darkness of the far future, where mighty armies clash on countless war-torn worlds and Humanity stands alone, beset on all sides by the threats of the heretic, the mutant and the alien. There is no mercy. There is no respite. Prepare yourself for battle. MCFARLANE TOYS PRE-ORDER NOW

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Movie News: In Theaters This Week – March 20, 2026

Another week means a new slate of movies to enjoy in theaters! This week’s new releases include a sci-fi film about a science teacher who finds out he is humanity’s last hope to stop a mysterious substance from killing the sun, an animated adventure about two misfit fish who embark on a journey to save their home, a thriller about a master counterfeiter who must face down a deadly conspiracy and many more obstacles to escape with the treasure he pursues, and much more! Dhurandhar The Revenge Hamza Ali Mazari, whose real identity is Jaskirat Singh Rangi, pursues his undercover

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C2E2 2026 Panel – SHIELDs Up! With LOE Armory (build your own shield) **NEW TIME**

As C2E2 2026 winds down on Sunday, the League of Enchantment is saving the best for last. Every hero has something special. Now, it’s your child’s turn to step into the armory and forge their own. Join LoE in the Family HQ for SHIELDs Up! With LOE Armory, a hands-on workshop where imagination meets craftsmanship. Guided by the talented, costumed heroes of the League of Enchantment, young recruits will design, decorate, and assemble their very own superhero shields. Whether they want to pay homage to a classic icon or invent an entirely new secret identity with a custom crest, our

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C2E2 2026 Panel – Get Into Hero Shape **NEW TIME**

Calling all junior recruits and pint-sized protectors! Is your little one buzzing with more energy than a gamma-irradiated scientist? After a morning spent navigating the bustling aisles of C2E2, it’s time to trade the stroller for some superhero stamina. Join The League of Enchantment for the ultimate interactive fitness adventure: Get Into Hero Shape! This isn’t your average gym class. Our world-class heroes have traded their secret missions for coaching whistles to lead a high-octane, kid-friendly workout designed specifically for the youngest fans at the convention. Throughout this 45-minute session, we’ll be practicing wall-crawler hops to jump like Spider-Man, perfecting

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Movie News: In Theaters This Week – March 13, 2026

There might not be any big-name movie releases this weekend, but there is still a good selection to choose from if you’re headed to the theaters. This week’s new releases include a drama about a Holocaust survivor harboring a secret for 60 years that forms a transformative relationship with a troubled teen, a thriller about the host of a paranormal podcast who becomes haunted by terrifying recordings that are mysteriously sent her way, a thriller about three friends who have their road trip take a terrifying turn when they witness a murder in a gated community, and much more! The

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Movie News: In Theaters This Week – March 6, 2026

There are plenty of new movies coming out this weekend, so hopefully something catches your eye. This week’s new releases include two new concert films, a re-imagining of Mary Shelley’s tale of Frankenstein’s monster set in the 1930’s, an animated film about a young animal lover who uses technology to place her consciousness into a robotic beaver, a modern retelling of a classic Shakespeare play, and much more! Aurora: What Happened to the Earth? AURORA’s debut concert film shows her biggest headlining show – a sold-out performance for 18,000 fans at Mexico City’s Palacio de los Deportes. Directed by Gonzalo

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Baen Books March 2026 Publication List

Every month, Baen Books sends us a selection of their newest releases and we share them with you. They’ve been bringing readers science fiction and fantasy for decades. Here are the previews for Baen Books October releases. The Monster Hunter Files: Volume 2 Written by: Larry Correia & Jason CordovaCover Artist: Alan Pollack Format: HardcoverRELEASES March 3, 2026 STORIES SET IN THE BEST-SELLING MONSTER HUNTER INTERNATIONAL SERIES. New stories from Larry Correia, Steve Diamond, Jason Cordova, Mike Massa, Melissa Olthoff, Kacey Ezell, and many more! FURTHER TALES FROM THE CASE FILES OF MONSTER HUNTER INTERNATIONAL For well over a century, Monster

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C2E2 2026 Panel – K-Pop Demon Hunters Sing Along

Who could have known that a random children’s movie, released on Netflix less than a year ago in the summer of June 2025 about a trio of young K-pop stars fighting ancient demons with the extraordinary power of singing would become an unstoppable, global juggernaut. Because that’s EXACTLY what happened with a little movie you may have heard of, K-Pop Demon Hunters. Prior to the release of K-Pop Demon Hunters, Korean culture had made strides in the global zeitgeist like vocalist Psy’s 2012 hit, Gangnam Style, and Bong Joon Ho’s 2019 dramatic thriller, Parasite. However, KPDH had distinct disadvantages in

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**CANCELLED** Days of the Dead Chicago 2026

Update 2/26/26We were looking forward to this event, unfortunately it has been cancelled just two week before it happened. It seems that there is a conflict with a few different things. Disappointing, but better than a dead event. Days of the Dead and All Monsters Attack are coming to the Chicago area at the beginning of March. March 6-8 at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare you will get to celebrate some of your favorite horror and monster movies. The guest roster continues to grow, but they already have some heavy hitters and an favorites coming out to the show. Key highlights

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