In the realm of the anime series Naruto, there aren’t many figures as revered as the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju. Known for co-founding the Concealed Village (Hidden Leaf Village) with Madara Uchiha, he was a remarkable ninja who emerged from a time of constant warfare and ultimately became the most powerful.
In just two weeks, the movie “Thunderbolts” is set for a global theater premiere, eagerly anticipated by fans. Directed by Jake Schreier, it has been likened to Marvel’s version of “Suicide Squad” due to striking similarities with the DC film: a group of anti-heroes and reformed villains from the Marvel universe, including Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes (Winter Soldier), and David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov (Red Guardian). Together, they confront Lewis Pullman’s character, The Void/Sentry. When it hits the screens, “Thunderbolts” will be the second of Marvel Cinematic Universe’s three major films slated for 2025.
Among the initial members of the Phantom Thieves of Hearts from “Persona 5”, Ann Takamaki stands out with her unique features, such as her striking platinum blonde hair, gentle light blue eyes, and compassionate nature that is reinforced by her readiness to assist those in distress. Activated as a Persona user within Kamoshida’s Palace due to Carmen’s influence, Ann transforms into Panther, revealing an energized side of herself with an even stronger determination to bring criminals to justice. Her memorable quotes and unwavering loyalty towards Joker and the Phantom Thieves have earned her significant affection among “Persona” fans thus far.
Many of Luffy’s crewmates were already renowned before he recruited them, so it’s logical to assume that some of them had pirate backgrounds and joined forces with him later. Here are the crews that once counted a member of the Straw Hat Pirates among their ranks.
Given some of the changes between teams, the win over OpTic Texas is nothing short of poetic.
As a fervent enthusiast, I must say that so far, the game is only in its alpha stage, offering playable versions of merely four Runners. At launch, it will debut with three maps, with an additional map to follow later on. This early release state has ignited discussions about the game’s price point, as it’s been confirmed as a premium title, albeit not at full price, which could potentially set its initial cost around $40.
Today’s livestream provided a developer interview and a plethora of gameplay sequences. It appears to embody some of the finest aspects of Destiny 2, yet it also seems to mirror one of its least favorable characteristics.
On March 27, 2025, the preliminary version of InZOI was launched, sparking immense curiosity among fans of life simulator games. The game reached a staggering peak of over 87,000 simultaneous players and sold more than a million copies within its first week. While the player count has decreased since its launch, developers have numerous new content lined up leading to the final release, causing many to view Krafton’s life simulator as a potential challenger to The Sims 4’s ten-year dominance of the genre.
Tattoo artists can transport their clients into a digital workspace called “Create-A-Sim” instead of the traditional tattoo table. Here, they can skillfully apply various stamps in a professional environment. These stamps are carefully graded based on popularity, color, size, versatility, and artistic quality to ensure each one is visually striking, flexible, and significantly enhances a Sim’s appearance. Discover some of the top-tier tattoo stamps provided by the creators of The Sims.
For over two decades, “One Piece” has consistently captivated readers and remains robust even during its Final Saga. Given its continuous serialization for nearly three decades, it’s not unexpected that the epic tale of “One Piece” is gradually nearing its conclusion. In fact, Oda, the creator, had previously expressed his intention to bring the story to a close as soon as possible, and based on his estimations, this would have taken around 3 years.
On the more intense and dramatic end, Centuria presents a gripping story immersed in a harsh world where sorrow and cosmic dread intertwine. Moreover, 2025 is brimming with exciting new narratives that are sure to captivate you, and here are some that should definitely be on your manga reading list this year.