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Iain McParland
A northerner from England, Iain is passionate about all things film, TV, and video games (he has an obsession with popping them trophies in PlayStation games). When not consuming pop culture, Iain can be found drawing on MS Paint, learning Mandarin, watching football (soccer), or at pub quizzes. Mostly the pub thing, although he actually has not drunk a drop of alcohol since a messy Christmas Eve over a decade ago...

Top 20 Lil’ Guys in Video Games

It’s about time we give all of those lil’ guys out there some love. For too long have they gone underappreciated! So, here we go. Here are the best 20 lil’ guys in video games.
by Iain McParland | August 27, 2025 | , , , ,

The Year of the Ninja Continues In Style With Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is an enjoyable 2D action platforming throwback. Let us tell you why this new entry in the Ninja Gaiden series from The Game Kitchen and Dotemu is worthy of your time and befitting of the Year of the Ninja.
by Iain McParland | August 20, 2025 | , , , , ,

Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 9 & 10 Recap: Garbage Parents

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 9 and 10, “Morty Daddy” and “Hot Rick”. Iain recaps the final two episodes from Season 8!
by Iain McParland | August 18, 2025 |

The Definitive Alien Movieverse Ranking

The Alien franchise is almost 50 years old, and it’s now time we rank the entries in this beloved series. With Alien: Earth coming so soon, Iain ranks all of the installments in the franchise with the Xenomorph at its centre.
by Iain McParland | August 11, 2025 |

Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 7 & 8: Franchise Fatigue and a Jerry Episode

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 7 and 8, “Ricker than Fiction” and “Nomortland”. Iain brings you more recaps from Season 8!

I Know What You Did Last Summer Isn’t The Requel We Needed

I Know What You Did Last Summer is the second franchise in three years to attempt a requel after 2022’s Scream. Let us tell you why this didn’t do enough to reinvigorate this dormant horror heavyweight.
by Iain McParland | August 3, 2025 | ,

Ballard is Much More Than Bosch-Lite

Michael Connelly’s Bosch universe keeps on expanding with Ballard. But this show is much more than a spinoff or a cash grab. Iain explains why Maggie Q’s new police procedural is worth your time.

5 Upcoming Side-Scrolling Beat ‘Em Ups You Should Be Hyped For!

Side-scrolling beat ‘em ups have been around a long time, and they’re currently undergoing a resurgence. Let’s get hyped for five of the most promising-looking games that have been announced in the genre!

Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 5 & 6 Recap: Cryoheists and Boisterous Beths

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 5 and 6, “Cryo Mort a Rickver” and “The Curicksous Case of Bethjamin Button”. Iain recaps the middle episodes of Season 8!
by Iain McParland | July 17, 2025 | ,

Clearing up Blindspot’s Finale Confusion

Blindspot’s ending is still on our minds, specifically, Iain’s. He explains why the finale is infuriating in so many ways.
by Iain McParland | July 16, 2025 |
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Top 20 Lil’ Guys in Video Games

It’s about time we give all of those lil’ guys out there some love. For too long have they gone underappreciated! So, here we go. Here are the best 20 lil’ guys in video games.
by Iain McParlandAugust 27, 2025
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