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Gaming: Candice's Top 5 Video Games of 2017
It's pretty often you see Game of the Year articles right about now, but I knew I was under the wire and wanted to share some games you may have overlooked in 2017. We still have time to correct some experiences you've missed out on, so let's do it!...
Behind the Crate
Behind the Crate: Interview with Director of People Operations, Mitch Rily!
Welcome to our latest chat with the folks behind the scenes that help make the magic happen here at Loot Crate! Here at Loot Crate, we have a lot of folks that are responsible for taking care of Looters all over the world – and they do a pretty...
GIF Crate
GIF Crate: The X-Files: TFW Edition
We've got something pretty cool for you X-Files fans this January and because of that, we had a blast pouring through some of our favorite out-of-context gifs! Check out some of these gifs and toss your pals one when you're really needing a TFW...
Halo Legendary Crate
Looter Love: Halo Legendary Crate Amor Apron
“I’m ready! How 'bout you?" *Quick Halo Update Time*: When the Covenant was attacked, the human forces like the Spartans of Noble Team fought desperately for survival in the Battle of Reach. They lost. But, their sacrifice led to a...
Anime
Loot Anime: Netflix Saint Seiya Remake Coming Soon
Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac is getting an upgrade courtesy of Netflix and Toei Animation! The original manga by Masami Kurumada started back in 1985 with the story of Seiya, a thirteen year old boy sent to Greece for training. His goal: to...
Lists & Things
Video Vault: Vintage Henson and Oz on The Dark Crystal!
In this month's Loot Crate DX, we're so pumped to bring you awesome loot featuring The Dark Crystal, one of several Henson Company classics we're celebrating in January across our subscriptions. So for today's Video Vault, we thought we'd dig deep...
Loot Crate DX
Tuesday Trivia: What Do You Know About 'Westworld'?!
There is going to be a whole lot of Westworld coming up in Season 2, and while we're all very excited for new material, it's also re-surged my interest in the show. This got me thinking that perhaps there's some tidbits of trivia that folks don't...
Friday Five
Friday Five: Five More Featuring Your Star Wars Cast Faves!
We know, you've seen The Last Jedi like eight times already. Which was totes worth it, but it's nearly Christmas and you have to save a little dough for those last-minute gifts. (Movies is expensive guys!) Never fear, we've got an...
Anime
Loot Anime: Awesome Anime Premiering This Winter!
Winter has just begun and the weather outside is frightful but the anime will be so delightful! OK, OK... Even I can admit that was a really corny line but seriously, there are some awesome anime heading our way this Winter! Let's take a look at...
Lists & Things
Video Vault: Paul Lynde in 'Twas the Night Before Christmas is... Extra.
There are your typical TV classics for the holidays and while the Star Wars Holiday Special is one of mine and my family's faves, there are far more fun and bizarre entries in the history of yuletide telly. I'm going to share one of my more obscure...
Features
Gaming: Why 'Assassin's Creed Origins' Might Be My Favorite AC Yet!
The Assassin's Creed series has been one of my favorite gaming franchises, and has been from the moment I took up my wrist blades as Altair back in 2007. While the series hasn't always hit the mark completely for me, I have always found it easy...
Firefly Cargo Crate
Looter Love: SHINY Firefly Serenity Door Mat!
Much like exploding incense, Firefly’s Inara is so much more than she appears to be. (But aren’t we all?) This past September, Firefly Cargo Crate Looters focused on compatibility of spirit, by celebrating everyone’s favorite (adorable)...
Features
Feel the Force with Loot Crate DX and Real D! (SPOILERS!)
SPOILERS for a bonus item that is shipping in this month's Loot Crate DX! If you don't want to be spoiled, come back and read later! This month, Loot Crate DX features Star...
Features
Programming A Perfect Childhood Holiday Marathon!
With just a few more days to go till the season hits peak holly, jolly, it's the perfect time to think about sitting on the couch and dosing yourself with cheer with a geeky holiday marathon. But, what to watch?! Everyone's childhood holiday...
Lists & Things
Tuesday Trivia: Check Your Knowledge of the Uncanny X-Men!
If we were to talk about X-Men exclusively here, we'd have a lot to go through and probably never run out. However, there's some little bits and bobs of trivia about your favorite Mutants that you may not know. So, let's dive into it and get you...
Anime
Video Vault: Batman Goes Anime!?
Our December Loot Anime theme is UNDERDOG and with that comes some Batman and the Justice League. This anime we're going to is certainly exciting and we knew you'd love it. So, check this out and get prepared to meld your anime love with your...
Features
Feature: Celebrating Classic Ships, from Movies to TV!
Is it safe for us to assume that at one point in your life of pop culture, you’ve pondered the question of “what if those two characters got together in a relationship?” We think it is. Fans of pop culture have been looking to fictional...
Friday Five
Friday Five: The Best 'Metal Gear Solid' Boss Battles!
Metal Gear Solid is one of the most iconic video game franchises of our generation - polarizing not only for its impressive gameplay, but also for having some of the most fantastical, most intense, and most immersive stories you can find in...
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