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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...

2025 Game of the Year - Prediction Time!

The Game Awards is less than three months away, so it’s time we here at CouchSoup give you our predictions for the grand poobah of video game award shows. This will be the GOTY shortlist and winner in 2025!
by Iain McParland | September 17, 2025 | , , , , ,

10 Video Game Villains Who Are Baddies In More Ways Than One

There are baddies, and then there are BADDIE baddies. Take a look at this list of the most attractive female video game villains in history!
by Iain McParland | September 10, 2025 | , , , , ,

Okay, Alien Earth: How Far Are We Taking this Peter Pan Stuff?

Alien: Earth has been taking the Peter Pan references to a new level. Iain discusses the comparisons made thus far and speculates about ones yet to come.
by Iain McParland | September 9, 2025 | ,

Together is Marred By Body Horror Predictability

Together, starring IRL couple Alison Brie and Dave Franco, is the new body horror on the block, tackling codependence and toxic relationships. Let us tell you why this film is a fine, but predictable movie.
by Iain McParland | September 3, 2025 | ,

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 | ,

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10 Triple-A Video Games to be Excited for in 2026

2026 is looking like it’s going to be another banger for video games! There are so many Triple-A games to look forward to this year so let us show you 10 of our hotly anticipated games of the year.
by Iain McParlandJanuary 18, 2026
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