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The Human Torch uses his "Blazing Blast" and "Pyro-Prison" abilities to summon walls of fire. The Human Torch and The Thing were both added along with the new "Central Park" map to celebrate the mid-season. (Marvel Games under Fair Use)

The Thing and Human Torch join ‘Marvel Rivals’

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | February 24, 2025

Marvel’s greatest family, the Fantastic Four, is complete with the recent update to Marvel Rivals and fans may have gotten a hint as to who the next new character might be. On Friday, the other two characters from the Fantastic Four superhero team,...

The Fantastic Four stand in front of their iconic logo in their superhero uniforms. Marvel Entertainment released a teaser trailer revealing the release date for the movie "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" to be July 25. (Marvel Entertainment under Fair Use)

The Fantastic Four prepare for liftoff to MCU

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | February 9, 2025

Credited as Marvel’s “First Family,” the Fantastic Four have a history of shaping the world of Marvel. They had struggles like most people and the team was set in a real city. With the team finally back under Marvel, the Fantastic Four gets a fourth...

The Thing stares at the sky next to a damaged bus. Marvel Rivals transitioned into Season 1 and released two new characters with two more on the way. (Marvel Games under Fair Use)

‘Marvel Rivals’ Season 1 introduces Fantastic Four

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | January 13, 2025

“Marvel Rivals” has gained a considerable player base since its launch last month, otherwise known as “Season 0.” The game’s recent addition has created even more intrigue for players.  On Jan. 10, an update was released as a part of the...

"The Fantastic Four," co-created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, is what sparked the Golden Age of Marvel. Soon, heroes such as Spider-Man, The Avengers and Daredevil followed.

Comic Book Series of the Week: Fantastic Four

By Parker Otto | February 20, 2019

"The Fantastic Four," co-created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, is what sparked the Golden Age of Marvel. Soon, heroes such as Spider-Man, The Avengers and Daredevil followed.

Superhero, sci-fi releases make 2015 look fantastic

By Andrew Roberts | January 12, 2015

For comic book enthusiasts, sci-fi fans and all-around moviegoers, 2015 is going to be an excellent year to go to the movies.Here are some films you should look out for:“Avengers: Age of Ultron”This highly anticipated follow-up to one of the greatest...