2013 Toy Fair: Best of Hasbro Toys and Games

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At a recent media even held at the New York Times building , Hasbro unveiled its toy lineup for 2013. As with the toy industry as a whole, technology continues to play an increasing role in the innovative products being offered by this heralded toy maker. Based on our first impression of the previewed toys, we’ve selected what we feel to be the best of Hasbro Toys for 2013.

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2012 New York Comic Con Strikes a Chord


The 2012 New York Comic Con has beckoned the popular culture masses and they responded in droves. In my second year of coverage of the convention, my initial impression of the event was simply “whoa!” It was like an overwhelming palpable wave of energy had swept through the cavernous halls of the venerable Jacob Javits Convention Center. Music was blaring, cosplayers were out in force with intricately detailed costumes. as well as the endless hordes of vendors and exhibitors all working in concert to impart the attendees with an unforgettable experience.

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Movie Review: The Avengers


“The Avengers”, written and directed by Joss Whedon, kicks off what is shaping up to be the year of comic book hero movies. With The Amazing Spider-man and Batman (The Dark Knight Rises) slated for release in the next several months, the special effects artists will be showcasing a tour de force of visual wizardry. Make no mistake, story is important, but what really draws millions of moviegoers to the big screen are the eye-popping, ear exploding, thrill a minute action sequences. Having just attended a screening of “The Avengers” in 3D, I can confidently claim you will be witnessing one of the most entertaining visually compelling comic book movies ever made.

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Win a Super Hero Lunchbox


By far, one of the most cherished times of a kid’s school day is recess. Sure you could send your child off to school with a brown bag to carry their lunch. But most kids really want a cool lunchbox to tote their 2nd meal of the day. It just adds another level of fun to the whole experience. With that sentiment in mind we teamed up with SuperHeroStuff.com to offer you a chance to win a brand new lunchbox.

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