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Venom: The Symbiote & Spider-Man Villain’s 10 Best Appearances In Video Games

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By Timothy Teoh November 5, 2024

Venom is not only one of the most iconic Spider-Man villains, he’s also one of the most famous villains in comics and pop culture in general. While the Venom symbiote was originally introduced as a living alien costume in The Amazing Spider-Man #252 (May 1984), his first full appearance as Venom was in The Amazing Spider-Man #300 (May 1988). That means Venom is now 40 years old, and that he’s also been in video games almost as long.

In the meantime, you can head on over here for Kakuchopurei’s review of Sony Pictures’ Venom The Last Dance, which is now showing in cinemas. Or you can head on over here for the breakdown of the movie’s ending and post-credits scenes. The latest entry in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe (SSU), Venom The Last Dance is now showing in cinemas.

Let the symbiote madness commence below:

The Amazing Spider-Man (1990)

Developed by Rare, this game is notable for being the first game to ever feature Venom in any capacity. For context, Venom only made his first debut two years before this simple side-scrolling platformer game launched for the Nintendo Game Boy. However, Venom is only one of the enemies in the game and he’s not playable in 1990’s The Amazing Spider-Man. Still, this game deserves to be on this list because it was Venom’s first-ever appearance in a video game, so that’s a historic moment in time.

Spider-Man And Venom Maximum Carnage (1994)

It would be four years later before Venom became playable for the first time in video game history with Spider-Man And Venom Maximum Carnage. It was a side-scrolling beat ’em up game (where you could choose to either play as Spider-Man or Venom) for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System and Mega Drive/Genesis developed by Software Creations. This game is a classic for a reason and a remaster or remake would probably be a hit if it ever gets made.

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Infinix and Homebois Unveil 2025 Partnership at MAL S2 Playoffs

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By Timothy Teoh October 29, 2024

Wai Kiat Hong & Daddyhood after the signing ceremony

It was an epic day for Malaysian esports fans as Infinix and Homebois kicked off their thrilling 2025 partnership at the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Academy League Malaysia Season 2 (MAL S2) Playoffs! Dewan Tan Sri Ainuddin at UTM KL was buzzing with excitement as fans gathered for an unforgettable experience, featuring exclusive fan meets, high-tech previews, and a signing ceremony that marked Infinix and Homebois’ shared commitment to driving esports forward.

Taking Malaysian Esports to New Heights in 2025

Wai Kiat Hong, Marketing Director of Infinix Malaysia, expressed his passion for the collaboration, emphasizing that Infinix and Homebois share a vision for esports that goes beyond the game. With the new GT 20 Pro gaming phone, Infinix aims to deliver professional-level gaming features that anyone can access.

Meanwhile Homebois Founder, Nureddy Nursal (Daddyhood) shared his enthusiasm, highlighting that the journey with Infinix has been incredible. He noted that they share a passion for growing Malaysia’s esports scene, and with Infinix by their side, 2025 is going to be a big year for them.

Since their partnership began in 2023, Infinix and Homebois have built a powerful partnership rooted in their love for gaming and their commitment to supporting Malaysia’s growing esports community. Now, they’re kicking things up a notch for 2025, with bigger events, new technology, and more ways for fans to connect.

Unforgettable Fan Experience and Jersey Giveaway

Recognizing that esports thrives because of its fans, Infinix and Homebois organized an exclusive meet-and-greet experience. Fans had the unique opportunity to meet the Homebois players face-to-face, snap selfies, collect autographs, and connect with their favorite stars up close. As an extra treat, 50 lucky fans went home with exclusive Homebois jerseys, signed by Daddyhood himself.

The fan-focused experience continued at the Infinix booth throughout the MAL S2 Playoffs. A series of exciting activities awaited fans, with prizes totaling over RM 20,000. The Snap, Share & Redeem Photo Booth allowed fans to capture the day and post their photos for a chance to win Mobile Legends Diamonds, while the Infinix Dare Box Challenge offered a fun test of skill, letting participants spin the prize wheel for exclusive prizes.

Infinix GT Book Makes Its Malaysian Debut

Adding to the buzz, Infinix also gave attendees a sneak peek at their latest innovation, the GT Book. This sleek and powerful device is tailored for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike, featuring impressive performance capabilities and a modern design. While pricing and availability are still under wraps, this exclusive preview hints at Infinix’s commitment to introducing cutting-edge products for the local market.

Stay tuned for more updates by following Infinix’s official website, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok channels — and get ready for more exciting esports adventures with Infinix and Homebois!