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Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2025

It’s that time of the New Year again: let’s look at the Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies and see why we should all be excited for them.
by Art of Lily K | January 13, 2025

The Damned is the Perfect Atmospheric Horror Story for Winter Days

The Damned is an atmospheric horror story set in the bleak barren wastes of 19th century Scandinavia. Is it worth watching? Well Iain has you covered with this review!
by Iain McParland | January 10, 2025

Dandadan’s Chaotic Energy Made It The First Anime I Vibe With

Dandadan’s first season is now complete. The supernatural and alien-focused series was a bundle of chaotic energy that Iain really vibed with. Check out his review and discover why it may be the gateway anime to get people interested in anime.
by Iain McParland | January 7, 2025
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Get Ready for a Thrilling Re-Imagining of The Great Gatsby by Jeremy Holt

PJ Haarsma interviews Jeremy Holt, author and creator of graphic novels and comic books who has reimagined and modernized The Great Gatsby in their upcoming graphic novel, GATSBY
by PJ | May 26, 2023
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Japanese Influence With Derrick Fields | Screen Smash

We are joined by game developer Derrick Fields of Waking Oni Games to talk about Japan's influence in gaming as well as one of its biggest publishers, Capcom.
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Pop-Culture Predictions #1

This week Drew Lewis takes on predictions on the growing PS5 vs Xbox Series X war, whether or not the Uncharted film will do well at the box office and if the most highly anticipated game of the year will actually launch in 2022.
by Drew Lewis | January 14, 2022

These Free Game Playthroughs are a Great Alternative to TV

Shana shares how watching streaming video game playthroughs, especially from fellow community members, has helped her find satisfying storytelling and engaging entertainment as an alternative to streaming TV and movies.
by Shana Martin | January 10, 2022

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Game and Why It’s So Flarking Fun

This fresh but faithful take on Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun and wild ride. Pop in your 80’s mixed tape and get ready to save the world because you got this…Probably.
by Brandy Brown | January 6, 2022

Bugsnax: Cute Adventure for Kids or Soft Entry into Horror Games?

Bugsnax toes the line between the adorable and the abominable. Is it the perfect way to ease into horror games? Kim shares her mind-twisting experience with the game.
by Kim Payne | January 4, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: January 2022

Were you able to get a hold of a shiny new console that you have been waiting oh so patiently all year for? No? Me either, but that's ok, as the start to 2022 is thankfully a bit slow. Here are all the biggest gaming releases coming in January 2022!
by Dan Morris | January 1, 2022

LET’S ROCK! Aliens Fireteam Elite Review

Guns, Aliens, Online buddies. What could go wrong when playing a Left4Dead style game based on the Aliens Universe?
by Josh Neff | December 27, 2021

Monthly Gaming Update: December 2021

All the biggest gaming releases coming in December 2021!
by Dan Morris | December 14, 2021

Our Journey As Female Gamers Part IV – Featuring Lisa Geelen & Michelle Holstine

Candace speaks with Lisa & Michelle who had two different experiences when it came to getting into gaming. This has led to two different, yet refreshing, outlooks on the experience of gaming as a woman. Join us for the discussion!
by Candace Bissonette | December 10, 2021

Monthly Gaming Update: November 2021

November is here and that means your wallet may run and hide as the holiday release window for games comes swinging for it. This is the time when most games release to be ready for the holidays and although Covid restrictions have slowed things down some, that didn't stop this year's massive list of releases. A barrage of some of gaming's biggest titles are coming at you, from FPS heavy hitters like Call of Duty and Battlefield, to a slew of classic remasters. There is plenty to keep us busy on the upcoming holidays.
by Dan Morris | October 31, 2021

Sly 5 confirmed? A long-awaited Return Could be on the Way

In case you haven’t heard, there’s some exciting news floating around for all the Sly Cooper fans who have been faithfully awaiting the return of the beloved franchise!
by Lizabeth Phoenix | October 18, 2021
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Trap’s Strong Performances Ensures It Isn’t a Cagey Affair

M. Night Shyamalan’s new film Trap features a cornered serial killer trying to escape a carefully planned operation to catch him in the middle of a Lady Raven concert. Despite it being less of a horror than expected, there’s still a lot to love about this movie!
by Iain McParland | August 16, 2024

Borderlands Movie Review: What Were You Expecting?

Borderlands is the latest video game series to get the film adaptation treatment, but how is it? Join Tom as he reviews this long-awaited adaptation.
by Thomas Richards | August 15, 2024

Start watching Star Wars with a newcomer’s eyes right now!

Discover how one Star Wars fan and host of GrowingUpSkywalker suggests the most unique and rewarding viewing order to watch all of Star Wars. Explore their unique viewing order and insights on how his method brings depth to the characters and storylines of the beloved franchise.
by Sam Nilsson | August 6, 2024

Deadpool & Wolverine – Big Spoilery Fun Review

Deadpool and Wolverine is here to save the MCU (and cinema, to be fair), and it is time for this critic to take a look at what they created. Did it live up to the expectations? Were there any expectations? Was it really a good idea to bring back Wolverine? Is Ryan Reynolds really the Marvel Jesus? Let’s find out.
by Art of Lily K | July 27, 2024

Rating Ryan Reynolds Movies on a Scale of Ryan Reynolds

With all of the hype around the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Luis decided to sit down and binge some of Ryan Reynolds action movies. Here is how he rated these movies on a scale of Ryan Reynolds.
by Luis Reza | July 22, 2024
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The Acolyte Episode 7: A Different Point of View

The penultimate episode of The Acolyte is upon us, and it’s another flashback. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this trip through history from a certain point of view.
by Thomas Richards | July 13, 2024

Predictions for Sweet Home’s Final Season

The moment I’ve been waiting for since December 1st, 2023, is finally here. Sweet Home Season 3 comes out on the 19th of July, so it is time for me to do a prediction round before we meet with our survivors for the final time.
by Art of Lily K | July 13, 2024

Top Picks for the Crunchyroll Summer 2024 Anime Season!

The Summer anime season has arrived at Crunchyroll, but all those choices can be daunting. Never fear; Couch Soup is here to give you our picks for what anime you should be checking out this anime season.
by Thomas Richards | July 12, 2024

Tower of God Season 2: New Faces, New Mysteries, Same Epic Adventure!

Season 2 of Tower of God is coming to Crunchyroll, but is it worth the four-year wait? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on the first two episodes of this new season.
by Thomas Richards | July 11, 2024

Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor Who Has Problems

The latest season of Doctor Who has been interesting, to say the least. But it’s not been good. Ncuti Gatwa’s incarnation has had problems that need to be addressed for season two.
by Iain McParland | July 10, 2024

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 4 Recap: Fire in the Sky

Dragon battles! Fire, blood, dancing dragons… it has finally happened! Keep up with Michelle as she flies through the events that unfolded in Season 2, Episode 4 of House of The Dragon, and why we’ll be mourning for longer than the season will last.
by Michelle Holstine | July 9, 2024

Is Smiling Friends the Adult Version of Amazing World of Gumball? Here’s Why!

A quick compare and contrast between two of the most uniquely animated comedies of the past few years: Smiling Friends and Amazing World of Gumball
by Otis Lundahl | July 7, 2024

Is The Acolyte destroying Star Wars?

The Acolyte may, in fact, be the most divisive production to come from the Disney / Lucasfilm camp. Or, it may be a good production that a small but very vocal group of fans are trying to subvert. Is The Acolyte ruining Star Wars? Are these recent shows killing our fandom? We dive into this topic to see where the issues really are.
by Tim Beisiegel | July 5, 2024

The Acolyte Episode 6: The Dust Settles

Episode 6 of The Acolyte is here. Can this slower-paced episode keep the momentum from the action-packed Episode 5? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on Episode 6 of The Acolyte, Teach/Corrupt.
by Thomas Richards | July 4, 2024

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 3- They Misunderstood the Assignment

Episode 3 left a lot to be desired, and a lot on the table. We didn’t even get to see the Burning Mill battle. Are the showrunners even reading the same book of source material? Let’s get into what happened in this week’s episode.
by Michelle Holstine | July 3, 2024
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Late Night with the Devil: The Scary Art of Producing Content

Late Night with the Devil, the new indie horror flick on the block is causing a storm. Does it deserve the praise it’s been getting from critics? And how about that pesky AI controversy? Join Iain as he breaks it all down in this review!
by Iain McParland | March 26, 2024

Imaginary: Imaginary Friends, Creepy Kids and Unfulfilled Potential

Did you have an imaginary friend? Well, I do hope it was a better companion than Chauncey, the new “friend” of Alice from the new film from Blumhouse, Imaginary. We review the film, which will never let you look at a stuffed animal the same way again!
by Iain McParland | March 23, 2024

Go Mecha Ball Review – Unleashing Your Inner Pinball Wizard

Whale Peak Games’ Go Mecha Ball is a roguelike game with tight mechanics and a satisfying gameplay loop. Read our review to find out if this title is for you!
by Tyler Graham | March 22, 2024

Lisa Frankenstein: A Fun Film with a Marketing Problem

Lisa Frankenstein is the new horror-comedy on the block. Except it isn’t. This movie has been a victim of expectation versus reality. Let us tell you why this is still a fun film that is worth your time!
by Iain McParland | March 16, 2024

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth: In-Depth Review

Ben has always loved the Yakuza/Like a Dragon series, and the newest installment might just be the best yet! Let's go in-depth on Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth!
by Ben Hazell | March 15, 2024

Princesses, Dragons, and Missed Opportunities: Inside the Cave of Damsel’s Disappointment!

Netflix’s new original movie is here. Damsel, played by Millie Bobby Brown promised to be a fantasy epic but fell head first due to some missed opportunities, bad writing, and underwhelming action.
by Art of Lily K | March 14, 2024

Ultros: A Psychedelic Horticultural Adventure

Are you ready for the first Gardenvania in existence? Ultros is here, and it’s a psychedelic horticultural adventure. Join us for our review of this unique experience created from the mind of El Huervo!
by Iain McParland | March 10, 2024

Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash Review – It’s Not Great, But It’s a Bit of Fun

Jujutsu Kaisen’s first console game is being called one of the worst games of all time, but is it actually that bad? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash.
by Thomas Richards | March 9, 2024

A Void Hope Switch Review: Another Quality Indie Game Or Something To A-Void?

A Void Hope has made its way to the Nintendo Switch! Is this indie pixel art game worth your time? The game clearly has heart but there might be too much void to fill. Read our review.
by Jordan Jurkowski | March 8, 2024

Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake is a Great Experience for Newcomers

Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons is the latest game to get the Remake treatment with Avantgarden’s Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake. Is it a must-buy for all, newcomers, or nobody? And does this indie darling still hold up?
by Iain McParland | March 7, 2024
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Saints Row Review – Woop-Woop! That’s The Sound Of Da Police

Bust out those purple suits and get ready to hit the streets because #SaintsRow is back baby! Jake Brown shares his thoughts and opinions on Volitions (@DSVolition) reboot of the popular franchise.
by Jake Brown | September 30, 2022

Grand Theft Auto VI Had a Massive Leak. Why Should I Give a Shit?

The GTA VI pre-alpha build leak is blowing up the internet. Tyler’s hot take is simple: why do we even care?
by Tyler Graham | September 22, 2022

The Mortuary Assistant Review – A Standout Horror Game in a Crowded Genre

The Mortuary Assistant is a fun and unique take on the horror genre that uses subtle terror over cheap jump scares.
by Dan Morris | September 9, 2022

Kingdom Hearts: A Stupidly Fun Time

What do you get when you mix the characters of Final Fantasy with the worlds of Disney? A stupidly good time known as Kingdom Hearts. Thomas Richards breaks down why you should give the Kingdom Hearts series a look, even if it’s a bit dumb.
by Thomas Richards | August 24, 2022

Hypnospace Outlaw, Broken Reality, and Nostalgia for a Time I Never Experienced

Hypnospace Outlaw and Broken Reality offer a rare insight into the early internet… for a young’un like Tyler, it doesn’t exactly matter how accurate that insight happens to be.
by Tyler Graham | August 21, 2022
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Our Favorite Games of 2021 | TRP #112

Pagan and Dan are joined by Erika and Rohan to discuss our favorite games from this past year and games we are looking forward to in 2022.
by Dan Morris | January 13, 2022

The Best Trailers in 2021 | TRAILER TALK LIVE

In our final episode of the year, the Trailer Talk team will pick their top trailers of the year as well as some predictions for what the most anticipated trailers will be in 2022.
by Drew Lewis | December 22, 2021

Halo Infinite and TGA Expectations | TRP #111

Pat returns to the podcast to get hyped for Halo Infinite and discuss what we are loving about the early released multiplayer so far. Then we discuss the upcoming Game Awards and the nominations as well as our predictions and hopes to see.
by Dan Morris | December 8, 2021

Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse First Look Reaction and Breakdown

Too much Spider-Man stuff?! Never! Ok, maybe a little. Regardless here's a first look at Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse dropped and we're big fans of Into the Spider-Verse animated film.
by Drew Lewis | December 8, 2021

Why Do We Love Horror Games? | TRP #110

Are you a fan of horror games? Well in this episode we talk with a few horror enthusiasts and discuss why they hate themselves and or masochists. Luis returns to the show and special guest Billie Jean from the Video Nasty Presents Instagram account.
by Dan Morris | November 24, 2021

Jurassic World Dominion Prologue Reaction and Breakdown

Jurassic World Dominion released the original 5-minute prologue to the film with a look back at life 65 million years ago and a glimpse of modern-day when dinosaurs are fighting to survive among us. What does this even mean in context of the actual film releasing this Summer?
by Drew Lewis | November 23, 2021

Spider-Man No Way Home Trailer 2 Reaction and Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

The full trailer for Spider-Man No Way Home is here and the hype train is in full swing that not only will we get a slew of our favorite villains from past films but there could be an appearance from previous Spidermen Andrew Garfield and Toby Maguire.
by Drew Lewis | November 18, 2021

8-Bit Christmas Trailer Reaction and Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Let's double down on nostalgia and Christmas today and take a look at the humorous and heartfelt "8-Bit Christmas" trailer. This might be based on Drew's actual childhood, this film stars Neil Patrick Harris who looks back on an epic quest to get the NES for Christmas.
by Drew Lewis | November 9, 2021

The Book of Boba Fett Trailer Reaction and Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

This is the way! Escaped from the Sarlacc pit and taken the throne of Jabba the Hutt, the bounty hunter who captured Han Solo is back in The Book of Boba Fett. The trailer gives us a first look at what this Boba Fett series is about and how it's going to separate itself from The Mandalorian and continue to build the lore of the Boba Fett. So join us for Trailer Talk as we break down the trailer and chat about those little easter eggs hinted at in the trailer and what this means for casual viewers and fans. He's no good to me dead.... is Trailer Talk.
by Drew Lewis | November 2, 2021

KENA: HIT OR MISS? – The Replayer Podcast #108

The Replayer Podcast takes a new shape as we evolve and look at games, news, and some pop culture. In this episode, we take a hard look at the new game from Ember Lab, Kena Bridge of Spirits, to discuss our likes and dislikes about this highly anticipated game.
by Dan Morris | October 27, 2021
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Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 6 Reaction & Lore Breakdown

In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle discuss the lore and history behind House of the Dragon Episode 6 “The Princess and the Queen.” Join them as they nerd out about seeing Vhagar on screen for the first time (!!!), explore the dragon bond, and try to predict what we’ll see next! Does […]
by Drew Lewis | September 28, 2022

The Last of Us Teaser Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

We get our first look at HBO's much anticipated new series, The Last of Us, based on the video game by Naughty Dog. Helmed by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckman this looks to be a faithful recreation of the video game that could either be the a great decision or turn off many who feel the game was perfect as is. Starring Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie if there's anything we should expect is to prepare yourself for a powerful story and some controversial decisions.
by Drew Lewis | September 27, 2022

Babylon Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Either Damien Chazelle is a genius or he's lost his damn mind. Babylon might be the wildest and most epic trailer you'll see this year. Taking place in 1920's Los Angeles get ready for all the decadence and depravity you could ask for on screen. Prepare yourself and then let's break it all down.
by Drew Lewis | September 22, 2022

Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 5 Explanations & Lore Breakdown

Liza and Michelle spill all the tea about the royal wedding drama, Daemon's future, and what we'll see after the time jump! Their fifth episode of Decoding Dragons breaks down HOTD Episode 5, "We Light the Way," and tells you what to expect for our complicated Targaryens moving forward. Turns out Westerosi weddings are just not such a swell idea.
by Drew Lewis | September 21, 2022

GAME SHOWCASE HYPE | TRP: Ep 136

Sony State of Play and Nintendo Direct dropped this week, along with Ubisoft Forward and TGS. Wow, is there a lot to talk about!
by Dan Morris | September 16, 2022
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Two Point Studios’ Sims Take Bullfrog’s Classics to the Next Level

Two Point Studios has leveled up the sim genre with two games that appeal to both management sim and creative sim players. Kim shares why you should check them out!
by Kim Payne | October 9, 2022

Early Access: SCP: Pandemic

If you enjoy tactical shooters and want to experience some hardcore coop with horror elements added into the mix, then look no further! SCP: Pandemic may just be that game for you!
by Andrew Lucy | July 10, 2022
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Geek Culture at Risk: Why Supporting Artists on Cara is Crucial

Discover how the new platform Cara is revolutionizing the art world by protecting artists from the encroaching threat of generative AI. Dive into the battle for creativity and learn why supporting artists on this innovative site is more crucial than ever.
by Otis Lundahl | August 2, 2024
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House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 3- They Misunderstood the Assignment

Episode 3 left a lot to be desired, and a lot on the table. We didn’t even get to see the Burning Mill battle. Are the showrunners even reading the same book of source material? Let’s get into what happened in this week’s episode.
by Michelle Holstine | July 3, 2024

One Year Later: Gotham Knights – Misunderstood Masterpiece Or Missed Opportunity?

It’s been one year since Gotham Knights was released and we’re still debating whether it is a misunderstood masterpiece or a massive missed opportunity. Join us as we Step Into The Knight and find out!
by Nick McKay | November 7, 2023

Solo Leveling Has Just Started and is Already One of the Best Anime of the Year

It’s the start of the year, and we already have an anime of the year contender. Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know why he thinks Solo Leveling is on track to be one of the best anime of the year.
by Thomas Richards | January 18, 2024
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The Monkey Bangs the Drum For Chaotic Comedy Horror

The Monkey is a new comedy horror from Longlegs director Osgood Perkins, adapted from Stephen King’s short story. Let us tell you why this is an entertaining film but not without its problems. It may, however, become a guilty pleasure!
by Iain McParland | March 20, 2025
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The Game of Thrones Ending Was Logical: It Gets Too Much Hate!

It’s time to debunk the myth. The Game of Thrones 8th and final season was good. The story was interesting, it was action-packed, and character arcs were well thought out, making logical sense. Let us tell you why the conclusion to George R. R. Martin’s hit series gets too much hate.
by Iain McParland | May 28, 2024

Princess Peach: Showtime! Review – Peach Takes Centre Stage

After so long, Princess Peach finally has another turn in the spotlight with Princess Peach: Showtime! for the Nintendo Switch. Thomas Richards shares his thoughts on this Peach-led adventure.
by Thomas Richards | April 10, 2024

The Best Digital Download Games That You Can Play This Year

Gaming has taken a whole new level now as it becomes available to the masses with digital downloads. You can look to play on your phone with games like Pokemon Go, tablet, or game consoles and enjoy gameplay on or offline and it is a lot of fun.
by Drew Lewis | November 5, 2023
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