Cosplay NewsMeet Popverse's new staff writer, Grant DeArmittPopverse is entering year 2 with a new staff writer (and old face): Grant DeArmittJuly 03, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesAll of the upcoming major comic cons and shows coming in the US and abroadThere are comic conventions happening weekly around the world - here's a list of many of them, so you can make plans to be there yourself!July 01, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch the casts of Star Trek: Discovery, Baldur's Gate 3, One Piece, Ted Lasso, and more with full panel videos from MCM Comic Con 2024!Watch all of the big panels from MCM Comic Con May 2024 here, free!June 28, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesBatman is real, and he’s saving children in FloridaHow an EMT in Florida is bringing the magic of Batman to children in need.June 26, 2024Joshua Lapin-BertoneFeaturesPowerpuff Girls' new creators aim to "honor" the franchise while "injecting some tiny creative pieces of ourselves in there too"The first issue is due out in July 2024.June 24, 2024Trent CannonFeaturesWatch the full panelAt MCM London, cosplayers Shinorisu and Rose Magpie talked fans through passion to profession... and we filmed it!The ins and outs of turning a hobby into cash, from London's premiere pop culture eventJune 19, 2024Ashley V. RobinsonFeaturesHow to watch panels from New York Comic Con (and other ReedPop shows) from anywhereStream the big panels from New York Comic Con, Emerald City Comic Con, C2E2, MCM Comic Con, and moreJune 18, 2024Chris ArrantNewsPopverse is coming to 22 conventions in 2024 - where will we see you at?The Popverse team is going on a road trip in 2024! (Well... lots of road trips, really)June 14, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesAll the best costumes, cosplay, and creativity from London's MCM Comic Con May 2024!Heroes, villains, and more showed up to this annual May London eventMay 28, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesGaze upon the majesty of C2E2's Cosplay Central Crown Championships competitors and winnersCheck out all the incredible costume details in our exclusive galleryMay 16, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesHere's how (and when) to get New York Comic Con 2024 tickets... and how to get them earlyIt's time to get your ticket to the biggest comic con in North America - NYCC 2024.May 15, 2024Chris ArrantNewsThe GalaxyCon comic convention chain is about to expand to more citiesMiami and more are about to have a new comic con!May 14, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesHow one of India’s top cosplayers broke onto the international scene: the Sameer Tikka Masala storySameer Bundela, known in cosplay as Sameer Tikka Masala, spoke with Popverse about "stumbling into" a global professionMay 14, 2024Veronica ValenciaFeaturesC2E2 2023: Watch most of the big panels on VOD, read the biggest news, and more thanks to PopverseIt's time to make our way to Chicago for one of our favorite comic conventionsMay 08, 2024Chris ArrantNewsMeet Popverse's new editor, Graeme McMillanWait, what? Graeme McMillan is becoming a bigger part of PopverseMay 08, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesCosplay champion Sameer Tikka Masala finds success and support in the creative performance communitySameer Bundela discusses his cosplay career throughout the yearsMay 07, 2024Veronica ValenciaFeaturesThe best costumes and cosplay we saw at Chicago's C2E2 2024The best dressed at Chicago's C2E2 2024April 29, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch the Hannibal reunion, Brandon Sanderson, Ted Lasso, One Piece cast, and more panels from Chicago's C2E2 2024!The 12 biggest panels of Chicago's C2E2 2024 are available to watch from anywhere, straight into your home or phone.April 29, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch now!Watch the Cosplay Central Costume Showcase from C2E2 2024!See the best outfits in Chicago strut their stuff live on the Main Stage!April 28, 2024Ashley V. RobinsonFeaturesAnd the winner of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships' Global Finals is...Meet Matthew, Cosplay Central's ultimate champion, from Chicago's C2E2!April 28, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch now!Watch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship Regionals, Finals, and Global Finals from Chicago's C2E2 '24!The best cosplayers from the USA and the world gathered on a single stage at this year's Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo - watch it here!April 28, 2024Ashley V. RobinsonFeaturesC2E2 2024: Our favorite cosplay from the showTake a look at some of the coolest cosplay we saw at McCormick PlaceApril 27, 2024Tiffany BabbNewsChicago, get ready: the C2E2 2025 dates are hereWe haven't even celebrated C2E2 2024 yet, and we're already making plans for C2E2 2025April 24, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesMeet Jinxie Cosplay, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Comic Con Africa, the winner of the African qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 23, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Yugoro, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Unicon, Latvia, the winner of the Baltic Region qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 22, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Rav, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Magnificon, the winner of the Polish qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 18, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Hermione, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Japan Weekend Madrid, the winner of the Spanish qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 12, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Kirilee Cosplay, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at PAX Aus, the winner of the Aussie qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 11, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Matthew, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at MCM Birmingham Comic Con, the winner of the UK qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 10, 2024Emma FarnworthFeaturesCosplayers give it their all at MCM Birmingham's Cosplay Karaoke!Sure, you've *seen* your favorite Disney princess at Comic Con. But have you *heard* her?April 10, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesA love letter to WonderConComics legends, friendly staff, and tons of cosplayApril 03, 2024Tiffany BabbFeaturesWonderCon 2024: The coolest cosplay of the showWatch our cosplay roundup video to see the coolest cosplay at WonderCon 2024April 02, 2024Tiffany BabbFeaturesWatch the Critical Role, Lord of the Rings, Jodie Whittaker, and 15+ more panels from Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con 2024Watch nine panels from the ECCC 2024 Main Stage powered by Xfinity.March 28, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesDisney's D23 Expo tickets are on sale now!After 140k people attended 2022's D23 Expo by Disney, the next question is simple: how can we do it again?March 26, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesCosplaying for Comic Con this year? Here are the best online cosplay storesIf you're looking to buy your own cosplay costumes, here's some sites to choose from.March 13, 2024Kelsey EndterFeaturesWhat do Avatar: The Last Airbender cosplayers think of the new Netflix show?Reviews and reactions from the floor of Emerald City Comic ConMarch 06, 2024Ashley V. RobinsonFeaturesWatch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship regional qualifier from Seattle's ECCCCosplay Cental's annual competition continued at Emerald City Comic Con 2024 - check out the artists by watching the event here!March 04, 2024Grant DeArmittNewsCelebrate the winners of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships at Seattle's ECCC 2024!Gaze upon the victors of ECCC 2024's Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsMarch 04, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesBest Dressed: See the looks from Cosplay Central Crown Championship finalists and winners at ECCC '24The annual competition's latest match-up was at Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle, and Popverse got them all on filmMarch 04, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesEmerald City Comic Con 2024's best cosplayers, from Spider-Men to Hazbin Hotel and moreThe best dressed at Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con 2024.March 04, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesLord of the Rings: Cosplay characters from Tolkien's worldHere's our guide to cosplaying Galadriel, Elrond, and moreMarch 03, 2024Ani-MiaFeaturesDune: Cosplay stillsuits, Atreides’ Armor and more with these DIY tipsIf you're wanting to cosplay from Dune, then here's some tips to aid your journey!February 28, 2024Ani-MiaFeaturesDemon Slayer: Tanjiro & Nezuko cosplay tips for bringing the hit anime to lifeWant to cosplay alongside another Demon Slayer fan? We've got the perfect pair of outfits for you.February 13, 2024Ani-MiaFeaturesWatch MCM Birmingham's Saturday night Cosplay Showcase here!Your favorite characters come to life in Birmingham for the second night of cosplay carousalJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesStream the MCM Birmingham 2023 Variety Show and Cosplay Masquerade from anywhere in the worldCouldn't make it to MCM Birmingham? Don't worry, you can watch the con's biggest party right hereJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesWatch MCM Birmingham 2023's Cosplay Showcase!Talented artists from across the UK strut their stuff at the first night of Birmingham's pop culture blowoutJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesMarvel's Scarlet Witch: Here's how to cosplay as the MCU Wanda MaximoffIf you want to cosplay the Scarlet Witch's Halloween episode look, then we have the guide for you.January 31, 2024Lexi GinnFeaturesCosplay Wig guide: Tips and tricks to get the best cosplay wigs if you're a cosplayer or crafterWhether you are new to wig styling, have a love-hate relationship with wigs, or are a pro wig styler, this article is for you.January 31, 2024Lexi GinnFeaturesCosplay makeup: The best brands for pros, amateurs, and con goersHere are our favorite makeup brands to use for all your cosplay needs!January 31, 2024Lexi GinnFeaturesBald Cap methods for cosplayers and makeup testersHere is a tutorial all about bald caps and how best to apply them!January 31, 2024Trent CannonFeaturesCosplay wigs: the 10 best wig stores and commissioners to get your next costume hairIf you're looking for a new wig, check out these stores.January 31, 2024Ani-MiaFeaturesFoam for Cosplay: How to begin Foamsmithing for your next cosplay armorHaving trouble figuring out which foam to use for your next cosplay? Look no further!January 31, 2024Candace BirgerFeaturesBest adhesives for cosplay: from Gorilla Glue to epoxy and beyondLooking for an adhesive to help hold your cosplay together? Check out these 10 options!January 31, 2024Ani-MiaFeaturesThe best Spider-Man Halloween costumes on the... webWhether you're bringing Peter Parker, Miles Morales, or Gwen Stacy trick or treating, we have a guide to the best Spider Man costumesJanuary 31, 2024Lexi GinnFeaturesContacts for cosplay: the five best online stores to buy contact lens for Halloween (or anytime!)If you're looking for contact lenses for your next cosplay, here are the 5 best online stores to choose from.January 31, 2024Kelsey EndterFeaturesSeattle's ECCC 2024 welcomes Penguin Random House, Oni Press, Clarion West, and moreThe full list of exhibitors at the 2024 Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle has been revealed.January 30, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch now!NYCC 2023: Watch the Cosplay Central Costume ShowcaseCosplay Central was at New York Comic Con 2023 to showcase some of the most talented cosplayers in the business; watch it here. Presented by DoorDash.January 17, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesFree Livestream!Watch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship livestream from ECCC '23 courtesy of XfinityThe Cosplay Central Crown Championship heads to Emerald City Comic Con 2023, and you can watch it live courtesy of XfinityJanuary 17, 2024Grant DeArmittFeaturesWatch now!Watch the NYCC '23 Cosplay Central Crown Championships here!See the best of the best in NYCC 2023's Cosplay Central Crown Championships qualifier, presented by DoorDash.January 17, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesHighlight VideoRe-live the best of New York Comic Con 2022 with NYCC Insider from PopverseSee the best from the NYCC 2022 show floor, the biggest stages, and backstage with Popverse's NYCC Insider 2022January 17, 2024Chris ArrantFeaturesCosplay armor: How to make armor look shiny using foam and paintHere's the best way to make shiny armor for your next costume.January 17, 2024JedimandaFeaturesThe empowering potential of cosplay: Yaya Han shares her story, and how she helps othersOne of the world's biggest cosplay stars, Yaya Han, opens up about her path and giving backJanuary 17, 2024Chris ArrantNewsAndrew Scott discusses the magic of cosplay and how it's similar to acting“It’s a uniquely human thing to want to dress up in someone else’s clothes,” Andrew Scott saysJanuary 05, 2024Joshua Lapin-BertoneFeaturesWatch MCM's amateur cosplayers take the stage for a Cosplay ShowcaseThey're cosplayers of any age and skill level, and you can watch them strut their stuff from London's 2023 Comic ConDecember 07, 2023Grant DeArmittNewsUK's best cosplayer crowned in Cosplay Central Crown Championships at MCM BirminghamMeet the first, second, and third place winners of MCM Birmingham's UK Qualifiers for the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsDecember 03, 2023Emma FarnworthNewsHack/Slash's new writer/artist Zoe Thorogood is coming to a con dressed as her character Cassie HackZoe Thorogood is one of the world's best comic creators -- and now cosplayersDecember 02, 2023Chris ArrantFeaturesInside the Gears of War armor cosplay winner from NYCC Crown Championships with SupadezzFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesInside the D&D Dragonlance themed cosplay of Patterner Mage Cosplay, Needlework Category Winner at NYCC's Crown ChampionshipsFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesFive Nights at Freddy's cosplayer ToxieKat talks about winning NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown Championships' FX categoryFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Say No To Scrunchies, NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown Championships' third-place winnerFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 28, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Vee Cosplay, the NYCC 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships second-place winnerFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 28, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet Sarcasm-hime, Champion at NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 27, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesWatch costumed crooners come alive as Blu Hydrangea judges the Cosplay Lip Sync Battle at MCM Comic Con!Watch the best-dressed guests of MCM rock Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, and more. Hosted by Chazz Redhead and judged by the Belfast Queen herself, Blu HydrangeaNovember 22, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesDicebreaker brought some of the biggest names in the UK TTRPG community to MCM; you can watch it right hereJohnny Chiodini, Liv Kennedy, Jasper William Cartwright, Jess Jewel, Shamini Bundell, and Mark Sherlock Hulmes were all in attendanceNovember 15, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesOver 100 of our favoritest cosplay from MCM Comic Con October 2023Popverse becomes Pupverse with some dog cosplay (and human cosplay too).November 02, 2023Chris ArrantFeaturesWatch Our Flag Means Death fans pub quiz with Izzy's Big Hard Quizzy at MCMCaptain Andi hosts Our Flag Means Quizzy, a special MCM-exclusive quiz show, right hereNovember 02, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesWatch Blu Hydrangea: Queen of the Mother-Tuckin' World from MCM in LondonHot off her victory on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World, Blu Hydrangea is in London for a one of a kind show. Don't miss out!November 02, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesWant to roll the dice on your own fantasy adventure? Watch the Guide to D&D panel from MCM hereD&D pros Sophii (@SophiiRPG), Ophelia (@OpheliaDeckard), Kay (@kayPOWXD) and Tim (@ChaoticQuesters) take the London stage to help you get startedNovember 02, 2023Grant DeArmittNewsTrend alert: If you're a cosplayer, the answer appears to be dinosaursThe real thing might be extinct, but T-Rexes are making a comeback at the London MCM Comic ConOctober 28, 2023Graeme McMillanFeaturesFunko’s Funmaker Mike Becker gets serious about giving back to the Comic-Con MuseumThe third annual Mask-O-Raid presented by Funko helps raise money for its communityOctober 28, 2023Illianna Gonzalez-SotoNewsPopverse challenges all of London to a pub quiz at this weekend's MCM Comic ConThere may not be an actual pub involved, but the prizes are very real nonethelessOctober 26, 2023Graeme McMillanFeaturesThe top Halloween costumes for 2023 are less creepy, more IPWe've got a list of the most popular Halloween costumes this year, according Google Trends. What's your guess for #1?October 25, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesThe most epic cosplay from New York Comic Con 2023!Check out the coolest cosplay at NYCCOctober 16, 2023Tiffany BabbFeaturesMagicCon Las Vegas 2023: The best cosplay from the Las Vegas Convention CenterTake a look at what's going on in Las Vegas Convention Center this weekend!September 25, 2023Tiffany BabbFeaturesIt takes a village: behind the Scenes at the World Cosplay SummitTeam UK took the stage by storm in Japan, UK organiser Emma shares her WCS diary for an inside look at the journey to become World ChampionsSeptember 25, 2023Emma FarnworthNewsDragon Con's 2024 dates have been announcedHope you didn't have any other plans for Labor Day 2024September 05, 2023Graeme McMillanFeaturesReedPop's Cosplay Central Crown Championships Returns in 2024Find out all you need to know about the 2024 competition circuit for ReedPop's global cosplay championshipAugust 23, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesMeet the Cosplay Central Crown Championships 2022 FinalistsFind out more about all of the Finalists taking to the stage at MCM London Comic ConAugust 23, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesHow to join the Cosplay Central Crown Championships In 2022Check out our directory of qualifier events.August 20, 2023Emma FarnworthFeaturesLady Dimitrescu's Daughters: Cosplay the creepiest henchmen from Resident Evil village with this handy guideWant to be one of the witches from Resident Evil Village? We've got you covered.August 20, 2023Kelsey EndterFeaturesCosplay Jedi from The High Republic to the Rebel Alliance to celebrate Star Wars DayMay the Fourth be with you!August 20, 2023Derrick WeissFeaturesScarlet Witch cosplays that will make you believe in magicWith the premiere of Marvel's WandaVision on the horizon, here are 10 Scarlet Witch cosplayers.August 18, 2023Lexi GinnFeaturesBarbie: The cosplayers who celebrate Mattel's iconic doll-turned-movie-starThese Barbie cosplayers know the doll's impeccable fashion choices!August 17, 2023Kendra BeltranFeaturesDisney's Encanto: How to make a Bruno cosplay and take the animated hit into real-lifeWe don't talk about Bruno, but we will talk about how to make his costume!August 12, 2023Ani-MiaFeaturesMoon Knight: How to make a Moon Knight cosplay just like in the MCU Disney+ showThe newest Disney+ show, Moon Knight, is out and here's our guide to cosplaying the new superhero!August 12, 2023Ani-MiaFeaturesSupport Popverse (and get more Popverse!) for only $5.99 a monthSupport comics, movie, and TV reporting that sets the standard.August 04, 2023Chris ArrantNewsGet ready, the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con dates have been confirmed (and its a busy weekend)What are you doing in late July 2024, anyway? We're doing Comic-Con International: San DiegoJuly 24, 2023Chris ArrantFeaturesMCM Comic Con: Watch Our Flag Means Death, Star Trek, Yu-Gi-Oh, and other panels from the London May 2023 event!Our Flag Mean Death and the stars of Witcher, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and more are here at MCM Comic ConJuly 24, 2023Chris ArrantFeaturesWe found Barbie at San Diego Comic-Con 2023SDCC just happened to be the same weekend Greta Gerwig's Barbie premiered, and fans were out in full force to show their loveJuly 23, 2023Grant DeArmittFeaturesThe most amazing cosplay from San Diego Comic Con 2023All the best cosplay at Comic-Con International: San DiegoJuly 23, 2023Tiffany BabbPage 1 of 4
NewsMeet Popverse's new staff writer, Grant DeArmittPopverse is entering year 2 with a new staff writer (and old face): Grant DeArmittJuly 03, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesAll of the upcoming major comic cons and shows coming in the US and abroadThere are comic conventions happening weekly around the world - here's a list of many of them, so you can make plans to be there yourself!July 01, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch the casts of Star Trek: Discovery, Baldur's Gate 3, One Piece, Ted Lasso, and more with full panel videos from MCM Comic Con 2024!Watch all of the big panels from MCM Comic Con May 2024 here, free!June 28, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesBatman is real, and he’s saving children in FloridaHow an EMT in Florida is bringing the magic of Batman to children in need.June 26, 2024Joshua Lapin-Bertone
FeaturesPowerpuff Girls' new creators aim to "honor" the franchise while "injecting some tiny creative pieces of ourselves in there too"The first issue is due out in July 2024.June 24, 2024Trent Cannon
FeaturesWatch the full panelAt MCM London, cosplayers Shinorisu and Rose Magpie talked fans through passion to profession... and we filmed it!The ins and outs of turning a hobby into cash, from London's premiere pop culture eventJune 19, 2024Ashley V. Robinson
FeaturesHow to watch panels from New York Comic Con (and other ReedPop shows) from anywhereStream the big panels from New York Comic Con, Emerald City Comic Con, C2E2, MCM Comic Con, and moreJune 18, 2024Chris Arrant
NewsPopverse is coming to 22 conventions in 2024 - where will we see you at?The Popverse team is going on a road trip in 2024! (Well... lots of road trips, really)June 14, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesAll the best costumes, cosplay, and creativity from London's MCM Comic Con May 2024!Heroes, villains, and more showed up to this annual May London eventMay 28, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesGaze upon the majesty of C2E2's Cosplay Central Crown Championships competitors and winnersCheck out all the incredible costume details in our exclusive galleryMay 16, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesHere's how (and when) to get New York Comic Con 2024 tickets... and how to get them earlyIt's time to get your ticket to the biggest comic con in North America - NYCC 2024.May 15, 2024Chris Arrant
NewsThe GalaxyCon comic convention chain is about to expand to more citiesMiami and more are about to have a new comic con!May 14, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesHow one of India’s top cosplayers broke onto the international scene: the Sameer Tikka Masala storySameer Bundela, known in cosplay as Sameer Tikka Masala, spoke with Popverse about "stumbling into" a global professionMay 14, 2024Veronica Valencia
FeaturesC2E2 2023: Watch most of the big panels on VOD, read the biggest news, and more thanks to PopverseIt's time to make our way to Chicago for one of our favorite comic conventionsMay 08, 2024Chris Arrant
NewsMeet Popverse's new editor, Graeme McMillanWait, what? Graeme McMillan is becoming a bigger part of PopverseMay 08, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesCosplay champion Sameer Tikka Masala finds success and support in the creative performance communitySameer Bundela discusses his cosplay career throughout the yearsMay 07, 2024Veronica Valencia
FeaturesThe best costumes and cosplay we saw at Chicago's C2E2 2024The best dressed at Chicago's C2E2 2024April 29, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch the Hannibal reunion, Brandon Sanderson, Ted Lasso, One Piece cast, and more panels from Chicago's C2E2 2024!The 12 biggest panels of Chicago's C2E2 2024 are available to watch from anywhere, straight into your home or phone.April 29, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch now!Watch the Cosplay Central Costume Showcase from C2E2 2024!See the best outfits in Chicago strut their stuff live on the Main Stage!April 28, 2024Ashley V. Robinson
FeaturesAnd the winner of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships' Global Finals is...Meet Matthew, Cosplay Central's ultimate champion, from Chicago's C2E2!April 28, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch now!Watch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship Regionals, Finals, and Global Finals from Chicago's C2E2 '24!The best cosplayers from the USA and the world gathered on a single stage at this year's Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo - watch it here!April 28, 2024Ashley V. Robinson
FeaturesC2E2 2024: Our favorite cosplay from the showTake a look at some of the coolest cosplay we saw at McCormick PlaceApril 27, 2024Tiffany Babb
NewsChicago, get ready: the C2E2 2025 dates are hereWe haven't even celebrated C2E2 2024 yet, and we're already making plans for C2E2 2025April 24, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesMeet Jinxie Cosplay, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Comic Con Africa, the winner of the African qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 23, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Yugoro, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Unicon, Latvia, the winner of the Baltic Region qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 22, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Rav, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Magnificon, the winner of the Polish qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 18, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Hermione, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at Japan Weekend Madrid, the winner of the Spanish qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 12, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Kirilee Cosplay, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at PAX Aus, the winner of the Aussie qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 11, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Matthew, one of the 2024 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalistsAfter triumphing at MCM Birmingham Comic Con, the winner of the UK qualifier is heading to Chicago to take on the world in the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsApril 10, 2024Emma Farnworth
FeaturesCosplayers give it their all at MCM Birmingham's Cosplay Karaoke!Sure, you've *seen* your favorite Disney princess at Comic Con. But have you *heard* her?April 10, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesA love letter to WonderConComics legends, friendly staff, and tons of cosplayApril 03, 2024Tiffany Babb
FeaturesWonderCon 2024: The coolest cosplay of the showWatch our cosplay roundup video to see the coolest cosplay at WonderCon 2024April 02, 2024Tiffany Babb
FeaturesWatch the Critical Role, Lord of the Rings, Jodie Whittaker, and 15+ more panels from Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con 2024Watch nine panels from the ECCC 2024 Main Stage powered by Xfinity.March 28, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesDisney's D23 Expo tickets are on sale now!After 140k people attended 2022's D23 Expo by Disney, the next question is simple: how can we do it again?March 26, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesCosplaying for Comic Con this year? Here are the best online cosplay storesIf you're looking to buy your own cosplay costumes, here's some sites to choose from.March 13, 2024Kelsey Endter
FeaturesWhat do Avatar: The Last Airbender cosplayers think of the new Netflix show?Reviews and reactions from the floor of Emerald City Comic ConMarch 06, 2024Ashley V. Robinson
FeaturesWatch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship regional qualifier from Seattle's ECCCCosplay Cental's annual competition continued at Emerald City Comic Con 2024 - check out the artists by watching the event here!March 04, 2024Grant DeArmitt
NewsCelebrate the winners of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships at Seattle's ECCC 2024!Gaze upon the victors of ECCC 2024's Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsMarch 04, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesBest Dressed: See the looks from Cosplay Central Crown Championship finalists and winners at ECCC '24The annual competition's latest match-up was at Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle, and Popverse got them all on filmMarch 04, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesEmerald City Comic Con 2024's best cosplayers, from Spider-Men to Hazbin Hotel and moreThe best dressed at Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con 2024.March 04, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesLord of the Rings: Cosplay characters from Tolkien's worldHere's our guide to cosplaying Galadriel, Elrond, and moreMarch 03, 2024Ani-Mia
FeaturesDune: Cosplay stillsuits, Atreides’ Armor and more with these DIY tipsIf you're wanting to cosplay from Dune, then here's some tips to aid your journey!February 28, 2024Ani-Mia
FeaturesDemon Slayer: Tanjiro & Nezuko cosplay tips for bringing the hit anime to lifeWant to cosplay alongside another Demon Slayer fan? We've got the perfect pair of outfits for you.February 13, 2024Ani-Mia
FeaturesWatch MCM Birmingham's Saturday night Cosplay Showcase here!Your favorite characters come to life in Birmingham for the second night of cosplay carousalJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesStream the MCM Birmingham 2023 Variety Show and Cosplay Masquerade from anywhere in the worldCouldn't make it to MCM Birmingham? Don't worry, you can watch the con's biggest party right hereJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesWatch MCM Birmingham 2023's Cosplay Showcase!Talented artists from across the UK strut their stuff at the first night of Birmingham's pop culture blowoutJanuary 31, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesMarvel's Scarlet Witch: Here's how to cosplay as the MCU Wanda MaximoffIf you want to cosplay the Scarlet Witch's Halloween episode look, then we have the guide for you.January 31, 2024Lexi Ginn
FeaturesCosplay Wig guide: Tips and tricks to get the best cosplay wigs if you're a cosplayer or crafterWhether you are new to wig styling, have a love-hate relationship with wigs, or are a pro wig styler, this article is for you.January 31, 2024Lexi Ginn
FeaturesCosplay makeup: The best brands for pros, amateurs, and con goersHere are our favorite makeup brands to use for all your cosplay needs!January 31, 2024Lexi Ginn
FeaturesBald Cap methods for cosplayers and makeup testersHere is a tutorial all about bald caps and how best to apply them!January 31, 2024Trent Cannon
FeaturesCosplay wigs: the 10 best wig stores and commissioners to get your next costume hairIf you're looking for a new wig, check out these stores.January 31, 2024Ani-Mia
FeaturesFoam for Cosplay: How to begin Foamsmithing for your next cosplay armorHaving trouble figuring out which foam to use for your next cosplay? Look no further!January 31, 2024Candace Birger
FeaturesBest adhesives for cosplay: from Gorilla Glue to epoxy and beyondLooking for an adhesive to help hold your cosplay together? Check out these 10 options!January 31, 2024Ani-Mia
FeaturesThe best Spider-Man Halloween costumes on the... webWhether you're bringing Peter Parker, Miles Morales, or Gwen Stacy trick or treating, we have a guide to the best Spider Man costumesJanuary 31, 2024Lexi Ginn
FeaturesContacts for cosplay: the five best online stores to buy contact lens for Halloween (or anytime!)If you're looking for contact lenses for your next cosplay, here are the 5 best online stores to choose from.January 31, 2024Kelsey Endter
FeaturesSeattle's ECCC 2024 welcomes Penguin Random House, Oni Press, Clarion West, and moreThe full list of exhibitors at the 2024 Emerald City Comic Con in Seattle has been revealed.January 30, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch now!NYCC 2023: Watch the Cosplay Central Costume ShowcaseCosplay Central was at New York Comic Con 2023 to showcase some of the most talented cosplayers in the business; watch it here. Presented by DoorDash.January 17, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesFree Livestream!Watch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship livestream from ECCC '23 courtesy of XfinityThe Cosplay Central Crown Championship heads to Emerald City Comic Con 2023, and you can watch it live courtesy of XfinityJanuary 17, 2024Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesWatch now!Watch the NYCC '23 Cosplay Central Crown Championships here!See the best of the best in NYCC 2023's Cosplay Central Crown Championships qualifier, presented by DoorDash.January 17, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesHighlight VideoRe-live the best of New York Comic Con 2022 with NYCC Insider from PopverseSee the best from the NYCC 2022 show floor, the biggest stages, and backstage with Popverse's NYCC Insider 2022January 17, 2024Chris Arrant
FeaturesCosplay armor: How to make armor look shiny using foam and paintHere's the best way to make shiny armor for your next costume.January 17, 2024Jedimanda
FeaturesThe empowering potential of cosplay: Yaya Han shares her story, and how she helps othersOne of the world's biggest cosplay stars, Yaya Han, opens up about her path and giving backJanuary 17, 2024Chris Arrant
NewsAndrew Scott discusses the magic of cosplay and how it's similar to acting“It’s a uniquely human thing to want to dress up in someone else’s clothes,” Andrew Scott saysJanuary 05, 2024Joshua Lapin-Bertone
FeaturesWatch MCM's amateur cosplayers take the stage for a Cosplay ShowcaseThey're cosplayers of any age and skill level, and you can watch them strut their stuff from London's 2023 Comic ConDecember 07, 2023Grant DeArmitt
NewsUK's best cosplayer crowned in Cosplay Central Crown Championships at MCM BirminghamMeet the first, second, and third place winners of MCM Birmingham's UK Qualifiers for the Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsDecember 03, 2023Emma Farnworth
NewsHack/Slash's new writer/artist Zoe Thorogood is coming to a con dressed as her character Cassie HackZoe Thorogood is one of the world's best comic creators -- and now cosplayersDecember 02, 2023Chris Arrant
FeaturesInside the Gears of War armor cosplay winner from NYCC Crown Championships with SupadezzFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesInside the D&D Dragonlance themed cosplay of Patterner Mage Cosplay, Needlework Category Winner at NYCC's Crown ChampionshipsFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesFive Nights at Freddy's cosplayer ToxieKat talks about winning NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown Championships' FX categoryFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 30, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Say No To Scrunchies, NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown Championships' third-place winnerFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 28, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Vee Cosplay, the NYCC 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships second-place winnerFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 28, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet Sarcasm-hime, Champion at NYCC's Cosplay Central Crown ChampionshipsFind out more about what the judges saw behind the scenes to pick the winners in this incredible competition!November 27, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesWatch costumed crooners come alive as Blu Hydrangea judges the Cosplay Lip Sync Battle at MCM Comic Con!Watch the best-dressed guests of MCM rock Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, and more. Hosted by Chazz Redhead and judged by the Belfast Queen herself, Blu HydrangeaNovember 22, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesDicebreaker brought some of the biggest names in the UK TTRPG community to MCM; you can watch it right hereJohnny Chiodini, Liv Kennedy, Jasper William Cartwright, Jess Jewel, Shamini Bundell, and Mark Sherlock Hulmes were all in attendanceNovember 15, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesOver 100 of our favoritest cosplay from MCM Comic Con October 2023Popverse becomes Pupverse with some dog cosplay (and human cosplay too).November 02, 2023Chris Arrant
FeaturesWatch Our Flag Means Death fans pub quiz with Izzy's Big Hard Quizzy at MCMCaptain Andi hosts Our Flag Means Quizzy, a special MCM-exclusive quiz show, right hereNovember 02, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesWatch Blu Hydrangea: Queen of the Mother-Tuckin' World from MCM in LondonHot off her victory on RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World, Blu Hydrangea is in London for a one of a kind show. Don't miss out!November 02, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesWant to roll the dice on your own fantasy adventure? Watch the Guide to D&D panel from MCM hereD&D pros Sophii (@SophiiRPG), Ophelia (@OpheliaDeckard), Kay (@kayPOWXD) and Tim (@ChaoticQuesters) take the London stage to help you get startedNovember 02, 2023Grant DeArmitt
NewsTrend alert: If you're a cosplayer, the answer appears to be dinosaursThe real thing might be extinct, but T-Rexes are making a comeback at the London MCM Comic ConOctober 28, 2023Graeme McMillan
FeaturesFunko’s Funmaker Mike Becker gets serious about giving back to the Comic-Con MuseumThe third annual Mask-O-Raid presented by Funko helps raise money for its communityOctober 28, 2023Illianna Gonzalez-Soto
NewsPopverse challenges all of London to a pub quiz at this weekend's MCM Comic ConThere may not be an actual pub involved, but the prizes are very real nonethelessOctober 26, 2023Graeme McMillan
FeaturesThe top Halloween costumes for 2023 are less creepy, more IPWe've got a list of the most popular Halloween costumes this year, according Google Trends. What's your guess for #1?October 25, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesThe most epic cosplay from New York Comic Con 2023!Check out the coolest cosplay at NYCCOctober 16, 2023Tiffany Babb
FeaturesMagicCon Las Vegas 2023: The best cosplay from the Las Vegas Convention CenterTake a look at what's going on in Las Vegas Convention Center this weekend!September 25, 2023Tiffany Babb
FeaturesIt takes a village: behind the Scenes at the World Cosplay SummitTeam UK took the stage by storm in Japan, UK organiser Emma shares her WCS diary for an inside look at the journey to become World ChampionsSeptember 25, 2023Emma Farnworth
NewsDragon Con's 2024 dates have been announcedHope you didn't have any other plans for Labor Day 2024September 05, 2023Graeme McMillan
FeaturesReedPop's Cosplay Central Crown Championships Returns in 2024Find out all you need to know about the 2024 competition circuit for ReedPop's global cosplay championshipAugust 23, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesMeet the Cosplay Central Crown Championships 2022 FinalistsFind out more about all of the Finalists taking to the stage at MCM London Comic ConAugust 23, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesHow to join the Cosplay Central Crown Championships In 2022Check out our directory of qualifier events.August 20, 2023Emma Farnworth
FeaturesLady Dimitrescu's Daughters: Cosplay the creepiest henchmen from Resident Evil village with this handy guideWant to be one of the witches from Resident Evil Village? We've got you covered.August 20, 2023Kelsey Endter
FeaturesCosplay Jedi from The High Republic to the Rebel Alliance to celebrate Star Wars DayMay the Fourth be with you!August 20, 2023Derrick Weiss
FeaturesScarlet Witch cosplays that will make you believe in magicWith the premiere of Marvel's WandaVision on the horizon, here are 10 Scarlet Witch cosplayers.August 18, 2023Lexi Ginn
FeaturesBarbie: The cosplayers who celebrate Mattel's iconic doll-turned-movie-starThese Barbie cosplayers know the doll's impeccable fashion choices!August 17, 2023Kendra Beltran
FeaturesDisney's Encanto: How to make a Bruno cosplay and take the animated hit into real-lifeWe don't talk about Bruno, but we will talk about how to make his costume!August 12, 2023Ani-Mia
FeaturesMoon Knight: How to make a Moon Knight cosplay just like in the MCU Disney+ showThe newest Disney+ show, Moon Knight, is out and here's our guide to cosplaying the new superhero!August 12, 2023Ani-Mia
FeaturesSupport Popverse (and get more Popverse!) for only $5.99 a monthSupport comics, movie, and TV reporting that sets the standard.August 04, 2023Chris Arrant
NewsGet ready, the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con dates have been confirmed (and its a busy weekend)What are you doing in late July 2024, anyway? We're doing Comic-Con International: San DiegoJuly 24, 2023Chris Arrant
FeaturesMCM Comic Con: Watch Our Flag Means Death, Star Trek, Yu-Gi-Oh, and other panels from the London May 2023 event!Our Flag Mean Death and the stars of Witcher, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and more are here at MCM Comic ConJuly 24, 2023Chris Arrant
FeaturesWe found Barbie at San Diego Comic-Con 2023SDCC just happened to be the same weekend Greta Gerwig's Barbie premiered, and fans were out in full force to show their loveJuly 23, 2023Grant DeArmitt
FeaturesThe most amazing cosplay from San Diego Comic Con 2023All the best cosplay at Comic-Con International: San DiegoJuly 23, 2023Tiffany Babb