42West-Fandoms & Franchises

University of Southern California sophomore #basketball guard JuJu Watkins made history this week by becoming the first active NCAA #athlete to have her very own Funko Pop! As Funko continues to expand its presence in the #sports vertical, this NCAA collectible is a significant milestone that reflects the surging interest in female athletes and their impact on the game. A special shoutout to 42West-Fandoms & Franchises' Adrian Figueroa for his exceptional work on this announcement, securing coverage in prestigious outlets such as The New York Times, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, and more!

Virtual reality pioneer Survios?set the #gaming world abuzz with its groundbreaking "Alien: Rogue Incursion" demos in New York and Los Angeles. As the December launch approaches, industry insiders are hailing this as the developer/publisher's most ambitious and immersive project to date. Key Highlights: ? Praised for capturing authentic Alien atmosphere ? Innovative VR design immerses players in iconic universe Top-tier outlets including IGN, Variety, UploadVR, and Digital Trends dove deep with the dev team, exploring: ? Creative vision and goals ? Design inspirations and choices ? Technical innovations pushing VR boundaries #AlienRogueIncursion #fandomsandfranchises #ClientNews #VRGaming

Exciting news from our longtime client FunPlus! The company officially launched Studio Ellipsis in Lisbon, a new studio dedicated to cross-platform game development and the creation of innovative intellectual properties. Under the leadership of Alexandre Amancio, former director of Assassin's Creed, Studio Ellipsis aims to expand FunPlus' existing worlds into various entertainment mediums beyond gaming. In an exclusive interview with Variety, Amancio discusses the studio's vision for crafting immersive experiences that resonate with modern audiences. This initiative not only enhances FunPlus' portfolio but also positions Lisbon as a burgeoning hub for creative and technological innovation. For more insights and details, check out the full interview! . . . #fandomsandfranchises #videogames #clientlove #PRlife

With Father's Day quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about the perfect #gift. The New York Times' Wirecutter highlighted Funko's customizable Pop! Yourself as a great option. The "addictively fun and easy-to-use module" makes it easy to customize your family (and friends) with a variety of accessories. Check out the link below for the best gift ideas! . . . #popculture #clientnews #PRlife #fandomsandfranchises

42West-Fandoms & Franchises partnered with IGN Entertainment on Alien Day to exclusively unveil ALIEN: ROGUE INCURSION, a stunning new venture from virtual reality powerhouse Survios. In conjunction with 20th Century Games, the spine-chilling, single-player action-horror #game skyrocketed to the top of 2024’s #VR must-haves with the force of a Xenomorph hurtling through space, and the excitement only builds as the team promises more thrills leading up to its holiday launch! . . . #videogames #PRlife #clientnews

42West-Fandoms & Franchises collaborated with E! News to celebrate #NationalPetDay in style. Donning Loungefly's pet accessories, the crew's fur-baby-models gave "two paws up" for the PAWsome #fandom-first collab with Disney. It doesn't get any cuter than this! Special shout out to Natalie Adame! . . . #fandomsandfranchises #fashion #PRlife #ClientLove

Exciting news for comic book fans! Joe Henderson, co-showrunner for 'Lucifer', is making his return to the world of comics with 'THE BIG BURN' from DSTLRY Media. Partnering with Deadline Hollywood, 42West-Fandoms & Franchises announced the new project from Henderson, Eisner Award-nominated co-creator Lee Garbett, colorist Lee Loughridge, and letterer Simon Bowland. The diabolical heist series is set to launch this July. . . . #comics #graphicnovels #thebigburn #joehenderson #hollywood #deadline #fandomsandfranchises

Holy cow! So proud of the entire team behind this Kaiju-sized hit! Special thanks to Marisa McGrath Liston David G. Edwards Stacy Burt Reiga Kamei Mike Polydoros Daniel Gonzalez Bryan Sanchez and the whole Pixelogic and Toho International. Inc. teams!

A HUGE moment today for 42West’s Fandoms & Franchises. Congratulations Jonah and team! . . . #vfx #academyawards #fandom #godzilla

Thanks FunPlus for honoring one of our amazing teammates, Natalie! . . . . #teamwork #prlife #videogames #fandomsandfranchises