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REVIEW: Uneven Debuts for Thrilljoy and Rokimoto Events at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
A Funko executive leaves and launches a new vinyl figure collectible company shortly after. His new company decides to hold its first San Diego Comic-Con event in 2025, the same year his former employer moves Funko Fundays from SDCC to Los Angeles. This first event is hosted at the InterContinental Hotel on the same night […]
The Shruggie Awards of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 — The Winners - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
The most common sentiment around San Diego Comic-Con we heard this year was, “This was the best year since the pandemic.” This year truly had it all — great panels, great offsites, and great exclusives, with something for everyone. For this year’s The Shruggie Awards (which, despite the name, is not celebrating the “wtf-ness” of the […]
The Shruggie Awards of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 — Voting - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 is behind us now, and most attendees seemed to have a stellar year outside of a few mishaps. We’re excited to hear your own thoughts in our seventh edition of The Shruggie Awards, which, despite the name, is not celebrating the “wtf-ness” of the convention (though there’s plenty of that to […]
REVIEW: Paramount+'s The Lodge Anchors the Offsite Scene at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Allow me to do a tortured sportsball metaphor. There is the idea of floors and ceilings when it comes to drafting players (be it real-life or fantasy). A low-floor, high-ceiling player has a wide range of expected outcomes: you’re hoping for the best outcome, but know there’s a chance it can be the worst outcome. […]
REVIEW: Supercell Hit It Out Of The (Starr) Park, Bringing the ‘Brawl Stars’ World to Life at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Last week, Supercell and creative team GDX Studios transformed the 5th Avenue Landing to a mandatory fun zone, known as Starr Park, based on a virtual location in their very popular Brawl Stars mobile multiplayer game. The offsite was full of details from the game, larger than life sculptures of their well-known characters, and a […]
REVIEW: Magic: The Gathering's Spider-Man Decks Leveled Up Comic-Con Experience - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Wizard of the Coast and Hasbro transformed the Legends Ballroom at the Hard Rock Hotel into the Magic: The Gathering x Spider-Man New York City themed experience that was available Thursday, July 24 through Sunday, July 27 for participants with an RSVP. The reservation link was released through the Magic: The Gathering socials and luckily […]
REVIEW: King of the Hill Welcomes Fans Back to Arlen - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
In advance of the August premiere of its revival, King of the Hill fans had so much to be excited about during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, from a panel to a signing, elevator wraps and a thoughtful offsite behind the convention center full of good old fashioned fun. Attendees were given a card upon entry […]
Jason Mewes' "Ghosts of Comic-Cons Past!" Brings Lots of Laughs to SDCC 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
If you were to ask Jason Mewes if he thinks he’s famous, his answer would be a hard no. Despite being the outspoken half of Gen-X culturally iconic duo Jay and Silent Bob, Mewes sees himself as a guy who was lucky enough to be in some movies that did pretty well. That was the […]
REVIEW: Abbott Elementary Block Party Hampered By Speed Bumps - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Designed to be a celebration of the community-like atmosphere that pervades the show, the Abbott Elementary Block Party invited revelers to ride a ferris wheel, enjoy some refreshing Philly “water ice,” have an AI – generated caricature printed into a poster, select some swag (hats or crossbody/fanny packs) personalized and also pick up some character […]
REVIEW: Crunchyroll Two-Day Anime Fanfest Extends Hours for More Fun - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Last year Crunchyroll had one of the best offsites at Comic-Con when iconic Anime songstress LiSA rocked the Rady Shell singing songs like “Gurenge” from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, “Datte Atashino Hero” from My Hero Academia, and “Crossing Field” from Sword Art Online. The event was so epic that one of the more memorable performers from last […]
REVIEW: Peacefest Rocked San Diego Comic-Con 2025 with Immersive Offsite for "Peacemaker" - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
From Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26, HBO Max transformed Nova nightclub in the Gaslamp into Peacemaker’s wild alternate dimension with Peacefest, a full-throttle, 80’s glam rock bar experience that — in my opinion — delivered the best offsite of the entire weekend. This wasn’t just an activation — it was a full-blown party, […]
REVIEW: The "Percy Jackson" Experience Makes a Divine Impression at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
The Percy Jackson and the Olympians Experience delivered some extra magic to San Diego Comic-Con this year. Created by the always-impressive 15/40 team, the offsite transported fans into the new season for “Sea of Monsters”, blending mythology, interactivity, and some surprisingly great performances along the journey. Our quest began with a quiz to determine which […]
REVIEW: Fandom Throws "Epic" Party at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
There are good parties at San Diego Comic-Con, and then there’s the party — the one that somehow manages to outdo itself every year. With free food, flowing drinks, and high-voltage entertainment, Fandom’s annual Thursday night bash has long been the crown jewel of the con’s after-hours scene for attendees. This year, it somehow managed […]
Entertainment Weekly Reveals Panelists for San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Panels - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Entertainment Weekly hosts fan-favorite panels every year, and this year they’re back with two more, set for Saturday July 26 — and the panelists have been announced: Brave Warriors (2:30pm PT): They may be fighters on screen, but that doesn’t mean they’re not lovers (of the craft). Join Robbie Amell (Upload), Jamie Roy (Outlander: Blood of […]
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Crosses The Finish Line at K1 Speed San Diego [REVIEW] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Sonic The Hedgehog raced into K1 Speed San Diego during Comic-Con where attendees could have a unique racing experience. Sega transformed the venue (which was a 6-minute drive from the Gaslamp) in promotion for the upcoming Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds game and did a fantastic job of it. The racing track was decorated with all sorts […]
LEGO Welcomes You to "San Diego LEGO-Con" Immersive Booth, Activities, Debuts, More - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Get ready… for San Diego LEGO-Con. The LEGO Group is leveling up its San Diego Comic-Con presence this year with an immersive booth experience at #2829 dedicated to fandom, creativity and the convention we all love. At the heart of the booth is a show-stopping LEGO diorama recreation of the San Diego Convention Center itself, […]
TV Guide Magazine's "Fan Favorites" Panelists Revealed - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
If you’re a fan of great television, then TV Guide Magazine’s annual “Fan Favorites” panel is the perfect way to spend an hour at San Diego Comic-Con. Moderator Damian Holbrook assembles actors from across your favorite television series into one panel, allowing you to see your favorite actors all in one place — and he […]
"Primitive War" Fans Can Go on a Mission to Claim Free T-Shirt at San Diego Comic-Con - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Prepare to deploy — the upcoming Primitive War is taking the fight to the streets of San Diego Comic-Con 2025. Based on the hit novel series by Ethan Pettus, Primitive War is a gritty sci-fi thriller that imagines what would happen if the U.S. military weaponized dinosaurs during the Vietnam War. Attendees at Comic-Con can participate […]
Win Tickets to "The Toxic Avenger" Screening at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
San Diego Comic-Con weekend is about to get a little messier — in the best possible way. On Thursday, July 24 at 7:30pm, Cineverse and Legendary Entertainment will present an exclusive screening of The Toxic Avenger (at a confidential location, just blocks from the Convention Center). While the film doesn’t hit theaters until August 29, […]
SDConCast 7/29/2025 - It's The Show After The Show - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Another San Diego Comic-Con is over and we’re doing one more SDConCast to wrap up the 2025 season. We’ll go over the highlights, regular lights, surprises, and possibly some lowlights from SDCC. Join us for a fun show with 100% not half asleep hosts. We’ll kick things off at 6:30PM PT/9:30PM ET. Join in on […]
Old Spice x Superman Teaming Up for "Smell Like a Hero" Experience at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Old Spice is bringing super-powered freshness to San Diego Comic-Con an immersive experience at the Promenade Plaza outside the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. Running Thursday, July 24 – Sunday, July 27, the experience welcomes attendees to step inside the Old Spice capsule, and emerge transformed with the tools to “Smell Like a Hero”. The new […]
Trinity Comics Bringing Exclusives & Signings to San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Trinity Comics is bringing the firepower to Booth #5553 at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 with an impressive lineup of comic exclusives, creator signings, and high-impact appearances that promise to make this their most unforgettable showing yet. This year, Trinity is pulling out all the stops — offering fans premium books you won’t find anywhere else […]
REVIEW: Clown in a Cornfield Offsite at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
This year at San Diego Comic-Con, attendees were invited to the sleepy town of Kettle Springs, Missouri, for the 100th Annual Founders Day Parade — better known as the rooftop of the Hilton Gaslamp Hotel — in celebration of Clown in a Cornfield and Shudder. The space had been transformed into a small-town festival, complete […]
The Shruggie Awards of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 – Nominations - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 is behind us now, and most attendees seemed to have a stellar year outside of a few missteps. We’re excited to hear your own thoughts in our sixth edition of The Shruggie Awards, which, despite the name, is not celebrating the “wtf-ness” of the convention (though there’s plenty of that to […]
Choice Fine Art / Lee Bermejo San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives [UPDATE] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Choice Fine Art is one of the leading purveyors of original animation art comic art, prints and collectibles and they are shooting for the stars at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 with several incredible new offerings from today’s most popular creators. World-renowned DC artist Lee Bermejo has more than two decades of work drawing the caped […]
Toynami San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Toynami returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2025 at Booth #3229 with exclusives celebrating the post-apocalyptic world of Acid Rain, as well as the legacy of Robotech. Here’s a look at this year’s exclusives: ACID RAIN WORLD: FAV-SP33 Marine Tidebreaker MC4m A compact and agile vehicle built for swamp and wetland missions, this military-grade ride features […]
First Second / Fierce Reads San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Signings - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Young adult fiction continues to thrive at San Diego Comic-Con, where packed publisher booths prove that YA stories are beloved far beyond their teen audience. One of the top destinations for fans of the genre is Booths #2800 and #2802, home to First Second Books / Fierce Reads and Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group. Their lineup […]
Kodansha San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Specials, Plans - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Premier manga publisher Kodansha is returning to San Diego Comic-Con next week and bringing with them their high energy series, their Eisner nominated stories and legendary quality. They will be offering the ultimate in shopping experiences at booth #5542 with several offers of bonus gifts for pre-ordering upcoming books. It’s the perfect chance to try […]
Pop Mart San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives [UPDATE] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Start your engines — Pop Mart is racing into San Diego Comic-Con 2025. They’re the makers of “Labubus”, the hottest toy trend in 2025, and they’re bringing global debuts, fan-favorite figures, and lightning-fast exclusives that are bound to sell out quick (entry to their booth is through the Comic-Con Online Exclusives Portal lottery — though […]
Under the Tents 2025: Greg Horn, Mark Brooks, A Chocoholic Named Damian, Nikon, Brian Baumgartner - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
No time for chit-chat. Much to discuss. Many pictures to show. So many things to buy. Also things to see and do. You should read it all. Don’t just skim. That hurts my feelings. When it’s true love, it sticks. Rouge and Gambit stickers by stellar artist Mark Brooks. Find Mark, these stickers and much, […]
Iron Studios San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Brazilian-based collectibles company, Iron Studios, will be taking over Booth #1815 at the convention with several San Diego Comic-Con exclusives across fan-favorite properties, including Marvel, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more. Gambit and Rogue (Valentine´s Set) – X-MEN – MiniCo – Iron Studios $40 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Colour Variant Pack) – MiniCo – Iron […]
Titan Entertainment San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives [Update July 14] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Titan Entertainment is back at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, bringing an expansive collection of exclusives, early debuts, and fan-favorite titles to Booth #5537. Titan consistently delivers some of the most diverse offerings on the show floor, with comics, books, collectibles, and apparel spanning everything from Star Trek and Doctor Who to cult favorites like Rocky […]
Under the Tents 2025: Funko, Alan Tudyk, BAIT, James C. Mulligan, Elhoffer Designs, BeKyoot, Geeky Hooker - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
It’s been another busy day of San Diego Comic-Con news. Were you able to grab tickets to the South Park activation? Are you excited about the news that Prime Video is bringing panels for Gen V, Upload, and Butterfly after all? Well, there’s even more news where that came from, so let’s not waste time with my yapping, […]
Comic Inspiration San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Signings, Exclusives - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Comic Inspiration returns to San Diego Comic-Con with an exclusive lineup featuring some of the biggest names in comics at the moment, including Lucio Parrillo, Peach Momoko, Carla Cohen, and many more. They’ll be taking over Booth #2302, with daily exclusives, evening Whatnot streams, and artist signings you won’t want to miss. Booth Signings (Booth #2302): […]
Jason Edmiston San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives, Debuts [Update July 14] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Canadian fine artist Jason Edmiston has been exhibiting at San Diego Comic-Con since 2011 and working in commercial illustration since 1996. He traditionally works in acrylic, painting on wood. Recently Jason’s work was on display as part of the Jaws 50th Anniversary Art Exhibition in Red Bank, NJ, curated by CODA. You have very likely […]
Artist Kevin Tong's San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives, Debuts [UPDATE July 14] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Renowned artist and illustrator Kevin Tong always somehow manages to instill a sense of kinetic and ethereal energy to all his artwork. Wings are flapping and hearts are beating and it takes a moment to realize you’re not looking at a moving picture. Kevin somehow has hit pause in the middle of chaos and is […]
XLE Productions Returns to San Diego Comic-Con with Kickoff Party "Ready Party One" [UPDATE July 14] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
XLE Productions has built a reputation at San Diego Comic-Con for delivering some of the most fan-centered parties of the entire week. Known for their creativity and deep connection to fandom, XLE has hosted unforgettable experiences like Ready Party One, The Malibu Dream Experience, and Nostalgia Nightclub. The fans have noticed, too. XLE’s parties have […]
IDW San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives, Signings, & More - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
IDW Publishing is heading to San Diego Comic-Con with a massive lineup of exclusives, early-access items, and signings across their properties, including Godzilla, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Sonic, Star Trek, and more. Booth #2729 will get a brand new design, and play host to more than 20 creator signings, daily giveaways, and the debut of […]
Rooftop Cinema Club Hosts Screenings During San Diego Comic-Con 2025 [UPDATE July 14] - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Rooftop Cinema Club is once again conjuring up cinematic magic high above the Gaslamp during San Diego Comic-Con. Located on the 4th floor rooftop of the Manchester Grand Hyatt, Rooftop Cinema Club offers an open-air movie experience with skyline views, wireless headphones, and comfy lounge seating. Ticket prices vary based on time, seat choices and food […]
Midnight Dogs San Diego Comic-Con 2025 Exclusives - San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog
Midnight Dogs, the pop artist and enamel pin designer who bring some of the best pins to the show floor in our humble opinions, returns to San Diego Comic-Con with six brand-new exclusive pins for 2025. You can find them at Small Press Booth #D-06 alongside Sam Grinberg — and trust us, you’re going to […]