Sat
11
Dec

Book of Ra Deluxe: What Makes it One of the Most Clever and Whimsical Games in Recent Memory?

Book of Ra Deluxe

The Book of Ra Deluxe slot game was originally released back in 2019 as a sequel to the hit Novomatic classic series. This is the fourth iteration of the Book of Ra series and has grown to become one of the most popular online slots in the world. In a very short period of time the game became one of the most played games in countries like USA, UK, Australia, Italy, Finland where online slots or kolikkopelit are so rampant and people are continually flocking to the Book of Ra Deluxe slot game. Even on the other side of the world in Asian countries, there are many online gamblers who flock to the Book of Ra Deluxe slot game to get their fix. 

But what is it about this game that has captivated so many people all around the globe?

Fri
10
Dec

Rick and Morty Fifth Season Gets Steelbook Release

Rick and Morty Season 5 Steelbook Blu-ray

I'm an animation snob. I grew up in an era when cartoonists hand-drew twenty-four frames  on celluloid to produce one second of movement, with attention given to background and basic anatomy. As the styles trended more toward the CalArts method of bean-mouthed strobe-animated characters, I felt no compunction in shunning these new shows, shows like Steven Universe, The Regular Show, and others. And while Rick and Morty didn't have quite the same lazy approach to visuals, a sort of 'guilt by association' rubbed off on it, such that my first real, true, sit-down-and-watch exposure of it came with the opportunity to review this fifth season steelbook Blu-ray collection.

Rick Sanchez is a world-weary, cynical old man who's seen it all and done it all -- on this planet and every other. He's invented science miracle devices just to see what they would do and what kind of adventures he could have with them.

Fri
10
Dec

Contest: I Spit On Your Grave 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray

I Spit On Your Grave 4K Ultra HD + Blu-Ray

Uncut. Uncensored. Uncompromised.

In 1978 one film changed the face of cinema forever. Now the original and notorious I Spit on Your Grave is back -- and still refusing to be buried! In this new special edition, re-experience the phenomenon that shocked and divided the world -- and influenced an entire genre and generation of filmmakers. Camille Keaton (What Have You Done to Solange?, Tragic Ceremony) stars as jennifer Hills, a young and beautiful career woman who rents a back-woods cabin to write her first novel. Attackd by a group of local lowlifes and left for dead, she devises a horrific plan to inflict revenge in some of the most unforgettable scenes on film.

Critical Blast is giving its readers a chance to win a copy of this movie on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray. Be sure to check out the Rules and Regulations page, then take one or more of the options below. It's as simple as that!

Fri
10
Dec

Top Tech Innovations Transforming the Online Casino Industry

Top Tech Innovations Online Casinos

The online casino industry is thriving. The introduction of the internet has allowed for much more access to gambling than ever before, and with this influx in business come new opportunities for online casinos. There are many types of games that can be accessed through an internet connection, and there are many different styles of play available as well. What makes these casinos so special? They offer a lot more than just gambling they offer entertainment!

One of the most intriguing characteristics of the online casino sector is that it is closely linked to technological advancements. Indeed, the whole industry is based on cutting-edge technology; the online casino industry would not exist without the internet. Over the years, online casinos have tried to keep up with the changes by adopting new ideas.

Fri
10
Dec

After 25 Years, Beavis and Butt-Head Do America on Blu-ray

Beavis and Butt-Head Do America BD

Twenty-five years ago, two animated heavy-metal morons played baseball with a frog -- and MTV was off to the races in becoming more than just a music channel. The hyperactive Beavis and his dim-witted pal Butt-Head were virtual music jockeys of a sort, sitting on their couch and watching videos on their dilapidated television while offering commentary on why it was cool or why it sucked. And when they weren't doing that, they were idiotically destroying Mr. Anderson's lawn or forgetting how to pee.

Eventually, Mike Judge's creations went the path of all cultural phenomenons: the feature-length film. Beavis and Butt-Head Do America finds our heroes on a cross-country tour, kicked off by a misunderstanding. Muddy Grimes (voiced by Bruce Willis) is looking for someone to kill his wife, Dallas (Demi Moore). Mistaking the duo (who are in search of their stolen television) for the hitmen, Muddy sends Beavis and Butt-Head to Los Vegas, telling them to "do her" there.

Thu
09
Dec

15 Fantastic Gifts That Every Cosplayer Would Love

photo credit Donald Tong, Pexels

(photo credit: Donald Tong from Pexels)

Cosplay (short for “costume play”) is a popular hobby among fans of anime, manga, comics, video games, books, and other media. People who do cosplay are called cosplayers. They dress up as characters from a movie, series, book, or video game.

Tue
07
Dec

Forbes: Cash Advance Loans Are an Evolution of The Personal Loan System

Cash Advance Loan

George Sun from Forbes analyzes the future of merchant payment processors. Due to some objective reasons (Covid pandemic and raising financial problems of the USA citizens) the companies are likely to switch from small businesses to personal clients with smaller demands. 

Before the pandemic, more than half of small businesses were obliged to demand financial aid. And they did not get the sufficient funds they needed. This situation made the loan company flourish. During the pandemic, the number of small businesses in the USA decreased, as well as their financial capabilities. 

Mon
06
Dec

Paramount releases Addams Family on Blu-ray, Short of 30th Anniversary

Addams Family Blu-ray

Barry Sonnenfeld's The Addams Family movie could not have had a better cast. While I had (at the time of it's 1993 release) doubts about the casting of Raul Julia as Gomez Addams, I was pleasantly surprised at the way he handled the role made iconic by the manic John Astin. Meanwhile, Anjelica Huston, Christopher Lloyd, Judith Malina, Carely Struycken, Christina Ricci, and Jimmy Workman all seemed to have been born for their Addams Family roles of Morticia, Fester, Granny, Lurch, and siblings Wednesday and Pugsley Addams. The big screen debut of Charles Addams's creepy, kooky characters was, visually, a success.

Mon
06
Dec

Is Mixing CBD Oil with Kratom Powder a More Powerful Solution for Pain Relief?

Kratom and CBD

How likely is it for you to enjoy a CBD-infused smoothie on a Sunday morning? Well, you are not alone. Almost half of the population, 17 years old and above, of the United States accepts to consume Cannabis once in their life. However, there is a new player in the market, Kratom.

The native of Southeast is a well-known herb. It soon became so popular in the US that now people want to mix Kratom powder with CBD oil. It is known as synergy. A term used to explain the cooperation or interaction between two or more compounds to produce a more substantial power than their potential.

Sun
05
Dec

What are the Most Popular Online Casino Games?

Crash Casino

Online casino gaming is swiftly growing in popularity. From relatively humble beginnings back in the mid-90s, the online casino industry has grown to become arguably even more popular than its physical counterpart. Today, online casino games are enjoyed by millions of people the world over, but some games are definitely more popular than others. Old favourites remain fixed in the minds of casino gamers, while new games threaten to encroach on their territory and displace them as brand new classics. Here are some of the most popular casino games, old and new, that you can play right now.

 

Sun
05
Dec

The Master of Sci-Fi Movies, Canada's Own James Cameron

James Cameron

Pride of Canada James Cameron, who is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest and well-known filmmakers, was born on the 16th of August 1954, in a place called Kapuskasing, in Ontario, Canada.

James, who was the eldest of five siblings, and his family moved to California when he was 17, where, unsurprisingly considering his love of science-fiction, he began to study physics at Fullerton College.

His mother Shirley Cameron (formerly Shirley Lowe) was an artist and a nurse and his father Philip Cameron was an electrical engineer. It’s not difficult to see that he inherited his mother’s artistic talents and his father’s skill for engineering.

Indeed, he has used these skills and talents in countless interesting and innovative ways within his many roles in the field of filmmaking since.

Fri
03
Dec

How to Find a Trusted Site for Online Play

Online Play

With so many online gaming sites now available, it can be difficult to find out which ones can be trusted.

Online gaming sites are often the first to be criticized for their lack of security or number of suspicious ads. And if you don't find yourself a trusted brand, you could seriously compromise your online security.

As such, we're sharing this guide on how to find a trusted site so that you can get back to enjoying the game without having to worry.

Wed
01
Dec

It's Ragnarok for the Critical Blast Bombshell Feature -- So Here's Thor!

Bombshell 2021-12

Every month our staff combs the cosplay community for up-and-coming cosplayers who deserve to have a broader audience for their work, taking into account not only costuming skills and photogenic presence, but also how they use that ability in service to others. Through this, we've not only met some talented cosplayers, but also some fine human beings.

It's the end of a year -- and the end of an era, as we mark out final Critical Blast Bombshell of the month for the foreseeable future. It's been a wonderful ride and we've met so many wonderful people along the journey. And we could think of no better way to go out than with this December's big hero with a big heart...

 

Tue
30
Nov

DC's Legends of Tomorrow Embrace Sitcom Status with Season Six

Legends of Tomorrow Season 6 Blu-ray

The sixth season of CW's time-travel farce DC's Legends of Tomorrow finds the storyline leaning more and more heavily into super-sitcom. The show has veered far off course from the premise of a team of expendable superheroes out to save the timeline to being a team of layabouts, some of whom have a superpower when they remember it, and John Constantine, who of all people fits into the team like a round peg into a square hole -- if the round peg were the diameter of Jupiter and the square hole was the opening to a breadbox. But hey, it gives us more Matt Ryan as the character, so there's that.

Tue
30
Nov

The Most Popular Games of 2021

Most Popular Games of 2021

2021 has been another big year for gaming, with almost half of the world’s population getting in on the action. Over the last 12 months, we’ve seen many great titles get released, existing ones get a facelift, and big improvements to the hardware we play them on. Of all the different games we’ve collectively played in 2021, here are the most popular titles. 

 

 

Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V is nearing its 10th birthday and it's entirely possible that Rockstar Games won’t release a new title until after that milestone. In early 2022, an “enhanced and extended” version of GTA V will be made available for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X, making it the third generation the game has been released on. Even without this upgraded edition, GTA V has remained popular through 2021, thanks to the continual updates released by Rockstar for the multiplayer mode GTA Online. 

Tue
30
Nov

Movie Stars Who Enjoy & Love Playing Casino Games

Movie Stars Who Enjoy & Love Playing Casino Games

The majority of the movie superstars have earned millions of dollars with their acting talents, and most of that money is spent on luxurious houses, sports cars, private jets, and whatnot. But this still leaves them with an abundance of money to spend, and some of these movie stars decide to gamble and maybe even win more money. The fact that these movie stars are enjoying gambling shouldn't come as a surprise, considering how much wealth they possess. After all, they too are humans and they need to blow some steam off.

Sun
28
Nov

Hawkeye: What to Expect from the Latest MCU TV Show

Hawkeye on Disney Plus

The latest Marvel TV show is one that many didn’t expect to see. After years in the MCU as the target of countless jokes, Hawkeye has finally been given his own solo series, just in time for Christmas. Yes, Clint Barton is shooting to be home for the holidays and he’s got a secret weapon in his quiver; new protege Kate Bishop. Hawkeye has often felt like a secondary character when compared to more flamboyant MCU alumni like Iron Man, Thor and the Scarlet Witch, so it came as a surprise for many fans when Disney made the announcement that the faithful SHIELD agent would be given his chance to be the main man.

Sun
28
Nov

Top 10 Black Friday Shopping Tips

Black Friday Shopping Tips

Did you know that Black Friday actually got its start in the 1930s? It’s true - President Franklin D. Roosevelt moved Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday in November back in 1939, lengthening the holiday shopping season and allowing retailers to begin advertising earlier. The rest is history; every year, shoppers around the world flock to retail outlets and websites on the fourth Friday of each November, desperate to find the best deals around. There’s an art to doing so, however, so if you want to be a savvy shopper this year, read on to find out our top 10 Black Friday shopping tips.

Sat
27
Nov

Snowpiercer Second Season Adds Betrayal, Murder, and Sadism

Snowpiercer Season 2

In a world where temperatures have dropped to hundreds of degrees below freezing, the last remnants of humanity remain alive aboard a passenger train that runs on a perpetual motion device, generating the heat and power needed to continue running. The train, Snowpiercer, was the brainchild of Joseph Wilford, who it was revealed in the first season did not make it aboard the train before engineer Melanie Cavill (jennifer Connelly) made the decision to close the doors and pull out of the station, leaving behind to die those who did not have a ticket or who did not otherwise get on board -- including her young daughter.

Thu
25
Nov

America's Favorite Zombie Officer Returns on 4K with Blue Underground's Maniac Cop II and III

Maniac Cop II & III

In 1988 William Lustig directed the film Maniac Cop, written by Larry Cohen, which received lackluster reviews and box office revenues at the time. But later, when released onto the home video markets, the film became a cult classic, spawning two follow up sequels which have recently made their way to a 4K release.

Two years after the first film, Lustig reassembled the cast to create Maniac Cop 2, again written by Larry Cohen and starring Robert Davi, Claudia Christian, Michael Lerner, and Bruce Campbell, with Robert Z'Dar returning as the baddie in blue.

Maniac Cop 2, which many see as an improvement on the first tale, is full of murderous mayhem, jump scares, and strippers, and continues the story of our undead detective on his mission of revenge and cleaning the streets of crime, leaving them washed red with blood.

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