NEWS – Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid Official Announcement

Power Rangers Battle for the Grid

Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid to Feature Rangers Vs. Villains Team Combat Across Multiple Gaming Platforms

New Power Rangers console game coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch in April 2019 with PC release to follow later in the year; Pre-Orders Start Today

SAN FRANCISCO – January 17, 2019 – For over 25 years Power Rangers has been one of the most popular franchises in the world. As a perennial Top 10 NPD Action Brand, the globally renowned brand has spawned hit TV shows, movies, toys, comics, live entertainment and games. Today, nWay, the developer and publisher behind Power Rangers: Legacy Wars, the hit multiplayer mobile game with over 45 million downloads, is partnering with Hasbro and global content leader Lionsgate to announce Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid. The new cross-platform fighting game will be available as a digital download for $19.99 first on PlayStation 4, Xbox One,and Nintendo Switch in April 2019, and then as a PC release later in the year.

The game is now available for pre-order at www.battleforthegrid.com with those ordering prior to launch receiving an exclusive bonus of the Green Ranger V2 character skin and a digital art book. In addition, a special Digital Collector’s Edition will be available to pre-order for $39.99, which contains the full game download, Season One Pass (which will include three new characters, their Arcade story, and a new warrior skin), and exclusive Lord Drakkon V2 and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers Pink Ranger character skins.

“Power Rangers fans have been asking for a high fidelity fighting game on console and PC that match up iconic Rangers and villains across the expansive Power Rangers multiverse for quite some time now,” said Taehoon Kim, co-founder and CEO of nWay. “We wanted to deliver this to the fans and make sure it has cross-play and cross-progression capabilities as we believe playing with friends across multiple platforms at the same time is where the future of gaming is headed.”

Power Ranger: Battle for the Grid is an easy to learn but hard to master fighting game that delivers a modern take on the Power Rangers franchise. The game features stunning graphics with vivid details and pits new and classic Rangers and villains against each other in team battles. Featuring a streamlined combat system, the game welcomes newcomers to the genre with simplified controls, while maintaining depth and detail for more intense and experienced competitors. Players will be challenged to test their skills online against friends and other players around the world, providing endless replayability. With new content and game modes releasing throughout the year, the game will continuously offer the community new ways to play and compete.

With cross-play across multiple platforms, all players whether on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch or PC, will be in the same player pool and will have the ability to compete against each other in real-time. Even when players change their platform, their unlocked characters and mission progress they have worked to achieve will still be available to them, allowing for cross-progression and true seamless gameplay no matter where they play.

“Since the acquisition of the Power Rangers IP, we’ve been looking forward to bringing Power Rangers fans memorable experiences. With Power Rangers:Battle for the Grid, we’re expanding the portfolio of great Power Rangers games to more platforms,” said Mark Blecher, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Business Affairs at Hasbro.

“The Power Rangers have proven to be an enduring global phenomenon among audiences of all ages,” said Daniel Engelhardt, Senior Vice President of Interactive Ventures & Games at Lionsgate. “We are excited to build upon our successful mobile game, Power Rangers: Legacy Wars, to offer a unique opportunity for fans to enjoy a new cross-platform fighting game experience on console and PC.”

More details on Power Ranger: Battle for the Grid will be released in the coming weeks.

About nWay

nWay is the game studio behind Power Rangers: Battle for the GridPower Rangers: Legacy Wars and ChronoBlade. The company’s proprietary engine makes fast-paced, synchronous multiplayer gameplay possible across multiple gaming platforms. Based in San Francisco and Seoul, nWay is comprised of leading developers and senior executives from Sony, Electronic Arts, WB Games, LucasArts, Kabam, Nexon and NCSoft. Collectively, the team has contributed to over a dozen hit mobile, console, and online games, including Marvel Contest of Champions, Injustice, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, Dominations, FIFA, Battlefield OnlineLineage II, andWarhammer. nWay is backed by Ridge Ventures, March Capital, Baseline Ventures, Translink Capital, and WI Harper. For more information, visit www.nway.com.

About Hasbro

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences. From toys and games to television, movies, digital gaming and consumer products, Hasbro offers a variety of ways for audiences to experience its iconic brands, including NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE and MAGIC: THE GATHERING, as well as premier partner brands. Through its entertainment labels, Allspark Pictures and Allspark Animation, the Company is building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Hasbro is committed to making the world a better place for children and their families through corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. Hasbro ranked No. 5 on the 2018 100 Best Corporate Citizens list by CR Magazine, and has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute for the past seven years. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro) and Instagram (@Hasbro).

About Lionsgate

The first major new studio in decades, Lionsgate is a global content platform whose films, television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next-generation audiences around the world. In addition to its filmed entertainment leadership, Lionsgate content drives a growing presence in interactive and location-based entertainment, gaming, virtual reality and other new entertainment technologies. Lionsgate’s content initiatives are backed by a 17,000-title film and television library and delivered through a global licensing infrastructure. The Lionsgate brand is synonymous with original, daring and ground-breaking content created with special emphasis on the evolving patterns and diverse composition of the Company’s worldwide consumer base.

Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 131

Ranger Recap 2018

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

It’s our Ranger Recap 2018! On this episode we take a look back at 2018 and leading up to our 5th Anniversary as a podcast this January. We review the 25th Anniversary year in Power Rangers news and our show, giving thanks to those we interviewed, Ranger Nation spotlight members and our amazing listeners.

In our Ranger Nation Answers segment, we ask our listeners their favorite (or least favorite) moments in Power Rangers this year. Then in Questions from Ranger Nation, we talk about our dream interview guests, not judging a season based on first looks, Beast Morphers confirmations, life lessons and dreams of the hosts, and more…

We also discuss the latest news including Shout! Factory announcing Ninpuu Sentai Hurricanger on DVD, Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel coming to DVD and Go Go Power Rangers being nominated for Best Comic of 2018 by IGN!

Happy Holidays!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 131 – “Ranger Recap 2018”

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Power Rangers Gift Guide

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

Your HO-HO-Hosts Eric, A.P. and Zach kick off December with our fourth “Ranger Holiday Gift Guide”. We guide you through a bunch of Power Rangers products for the Power Rangers fan in your life, adult collector and child alike. From toys, home media, and comics to cosplay, art and collectibles, we have you covered!

We also talk about the latest news including Noam Kaniel returning for Beast Morphers, the Beast Morphers potential toy lineup, and the Super Sentai Artisan Degitaizer delay. Finally, we read your Power Rangers holiday wish list in our Ranger Nation Answers segment.

She’s a Santa Ranger Fan!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 129 – “Ranger Holiday Gift Guide 2018”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:04:55 – Latest Power Rangers News
  • 0:19:39 – Power Rangers Holiday Gift Guide Intro
  • 0:21:10 – Berry Rant: Bandai
  • 0:30:00 – Toys
  • 0:34:48 – Video
  • 0:39:24 – Comics/Books
  • 0:57:52 – Clothes/Cosplay/Props
  • 1:00:22 – Art Prints and Collectibles
  • 1:04:06 – Ranger Nation Answers
  • 1:09:06 – Our Gift Recommendations

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 045

The Fate of Lightspeed

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In our next Rangers Commentary installment, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach watch one of the best Power Rangers’ finales of all time, Lightspeed Rescue‘s “The Fate of Lightspeed”! What happens when the demons take control of the Aquabase and the Rangers are backed into a corner?

On our news segment we discuss Hasbro’s Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 1 leaks, Playskool Heroes for Power Rangers and Lineage Studios Lithograph prints. Then, Eric discusses his trip to Japan and answers listener questions. Finally, Eric talks about his time at the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (ChiTAG) 2018!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 045 – “Rangers Commentary – Listener’s Choice – Lightspeed Rescue: The Fate of Lightspeed, News and Eric in Japan!”

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Timestamps:

  • News – 0:04:00
  • Eric In Japan – 0:30:09
  • ChiTAG 2018 – 1:05:00
  • The Fate of Lightspeed Commentary – 1:11:00

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 044

Jen's Revenge

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In our next Rangers Commentary installment, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric and Zach continue our time on Time Force with “Jen’s Revenge”! After our interview with Erin Cahill we comment on one of the most intense episodes focusing on the character of Jen Scotts. But is her desire for revenge a bit misplaced? How cowardly can a mutant be?

Then in our Power Rangers: Legacy Wars segment, “Titanium Ranger’s Halloween”, we talk once again with Chris Peralta from nWay. Ryan Mitchell joins the game as the Titanium Ranger! Get the scoop on the newest Power Ranger to join Legacy Wars, the Halloween event, the new 2.4 version update and a tease for the next major character release. What’s your guess?

We also discuss Kamen Rider Kiva figuarts (finally), potential layoffs for Hasbro and the new Power Rangers movie DVD design.

Happy Halloween!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 044 – “Rangers Commentary – Jen’s Revenge + nWay: Titanium Ranger’s Halloween”

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 043

Beast Morphers

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

It’s time for Beast Morphers… cast announcements! In this episode, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Hosts Eric and Zach discuss the latest casting announcements for Power Rangers Beast Morphers, coming in 2019. We break down our thoughts regarding the very diverse and engaging cast. We also discuss the latest preview for Power Rangers: The Ultimate Visual History from Insight Editions and Renegade Game Studios reaching over 700% of their initial goal.

We also answer Questions from Ranger Nation including our potential behind the scenes concerns for Beast Morphers, our excitement for Beyond the Grid, hopes for announcements at New York Comic Con, the new Bumblebee trailer, possible ideas for another Power Rangers Anniversary team up, and more!

How bizarre, how bizarre…

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 043 – “Rangers News Roundup – It’s Beast Morphers Time”

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NEWS – Power Rangers Beast Morphers Supporting Cast Announcement

Power Rangers Beast Morphers

At Power Morphicon, Ranger Nation met actors Rorrie Travis (Red Beast Morphers Ranger), Jasmeet Baduwalia (Blue Beast Morphers Ranger) and Jacqueline Scislowski (Yellow Beast Morphers Ranger) They will be playing the core Rangers in Power Rangers Beast Morphers.

But now, thanks to Hasbro, we know who will be joining them. Introducing… the Beast Morphers Supporting Cast!

Click the pictures below for high resolution headshots and let the speculation begin on what these characters will be doing in the show!

Click “Continue Reading” for links to the cast’s social media pages!
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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 124

Power Morphicon 6

It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

On this episode, hosts Eric and Zach are joined by Joshua Aaron Moore (@KentuckyJAM) and Kenn Glenn (@TheKennGlenn) to discuss Power Morphicon 6. We talk about all the news that came out of the convention from Hasbro, nWay, Boom Studios and Renegade Games Studios. Which panels did we like? What were the Day 0 adventures?

Then, we review the convention: the things we liked, improvements that should be made, and RoboGoat. Yeah, you heard right. Finally, Eric talks with his wife Theresa (@thetg17) about her first time at Power Morphicon and their shared experience.

Throughout the episode are listener submitted clips talking about Power Morphicon and Power Rangers’ 25th Anniversary. We really appreciate Power Morphicon for letting us cover the show, we thank the listeners that we met there, and we thank YOU for listening to this episode.

Beware the ROBOGOAT!!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 124 – “Ranger Command at Power Morphicon 6”

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PRESS RELEASE: Power Rangers: The Ultimate Visual History

Power Rangers: The Ultimate Visual History

Written by Ramin Zahed and Jody Revenson

After the hit series Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers launched in 1993, Haim Saban’s Power Rangers quickly became the most-watched children’s television program in the United States. Today, more than two decades later, Power Rangers is one of the longest-running children’s action series in TV history and has become a global pop culture phenomenon.

Under license from Hasbro, Inc., Insight Editions is pleased to announce Power Rangers: The Ultimate Visual History (November 6, 2018 / $50.00), offering fans a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of the Power Rangers franchise, from the conception of the television show to the present-day seasons, feature films, toys, video games, comic books, and more. This comprehensive collection features interviews with top creators, as well as some of the key writers and producers responsible for the iconic look and panache of the legendary superhero franchise. Special inserts, charts, art replications, and badges add extra interest and collectibility to this fantastic tribute to the legacy of the Power Rangers. A bonus chapter will also focus on the making of the new Power Rangers movie, released by Lionsgate in March 2017.

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the American debut of Power Rangers with this exclusive collection of artwork, behind-the-scenes photos, interviews, and more.

Check out the gallery below for interior pages from the book! (Click for full resolution)

Power Rangers The Ultimate Visual History

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NEWS – Power Rangers: Ultimate Visual History at Power Morphicon

Insight Editions new book, Power Rangers: Ultimate Visual History, will be displayed at Power Morphicon August 17th-19th at the Hasbro booth.

New posters featuring Power Rangers Ninja Steel will be available for free to attendees of the convention at both the Hasbro Booth and the Ninja Steel Panel and cast signing.

Stay tuned to Ranger Command Power Hour for more updated on the book in the coming weeks. See below for the Poster graphic.

Power Morphicon Poster (FINAL)

About the Authors

Ramin Zahed, Co-Author: Ramin Zahed is a journalist who has covered the film and television industries for over twenty years, and has been published in Variety, the Hollywood Reporter, the Los Angeles Times, and Movieline. He is also the author of The Art of Home, The Art of Puss in BootsThe Art of Rise of the Guardians, and The Art of DreamWorks. He lives in Los Angeles.

Jody Revenson, Co-Author: Jody Revenson has written extensively about the Harry Potter films, with her most recent books being J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World: Movie Magic: Volume One and Harry Potter: The Artifact Vault. In her first foray into the wizarding world, she contributed to the New York Times best sellers Harry Potter: Film Wizardry and Harry Potter: Page to Screen.