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Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Blink Twice

Join in with Michelle in her Booze, Boobs, and Reviews series covering what she is watching. This installment is about Blink Twice! Have you seen the film? How much wine did it take you to finish?
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 20, 2025

Captain America: Brave New World Review – A Good First Outing?

Captain America: Brave New World has finally been released, but is Sam Wilson’s Captain America debut worth the price of admission? Join Tom as he reviews the latest MCU outing.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 19, 2025

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the First Great Game of the Year

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the first great game of the year and a fitting sequel to ENDER LILIES. This Metroidvania got its hooks into Iain and never let go. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 12, 2025
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A Lazy Genius and a Jack of All Trades: Chatting With the English Dub Leads of BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE- EPISODE NAGI-

-EPISODE NAGI- is here at last, and it’s a banger of a movie. We were able to sit down with the English voice actors for Nagi and Reo and chat with them about the film and all things BLUE LOCK.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 22, 2024
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PAX Aus 2024 Round-Up: Another PAX In The Bag!

PAX Aus 2024 has come and gone, but that’s no reason to be sad. Join Tom and Rohan as they reflect on this chaotic but fun weekend of games and panels.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 18, 2024

Trading Cards Galore at PAX Aus 2024

PAX Aus had a whole bunch of TCGs this year, and it can be daunting to decide which one to try after the show. Luckily, Tom has compiled a list of the TCGs you need to try from PAX.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 16, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Some of the biggest surprises from the convention

With the closing of the final day of PAX Aus 2024, Rohan gets a bit reflective and after blinding passing motorists looks back at some of the biggest surprises of the convention.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 14, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Hands On With the Indie Showcase Winners

Day 2 of PAX means more hands-on with games and Rohan is checking out all the PAX indie winners including Anticitizen Red, Max Mustard, The Score and more to see whether they're worth all the long lines to play.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 13, 2024

Altering the TCG Space: Hands-on with Altered

The Kickstarter-funded TCG Altered has finally been released into the wild, but is it worth your time and money? Join Tom as he gives his first impression of this new TCG.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 6, 2024

PAX AUS 2024 – Panel Schedules Announced

PAX Aus has finally released their panel schedule for 2024. Join Rohan as he flicks through the schedule and picks out some of his must see panels this year.
by Rohan ElliottSeptember 12, 2024

Exciting Guests and More are Coming to PAX Aus 2024

PAX Aus has dumped a whole bunch of exciting info. Join Tom as he gives you the scoop on these latest announcements.
by Thomas RichardsSeptember 4, 2024

Tabletop Takeover at PAX Aus 2024: Lorcana, D&D’s 50th, and a Weekend Full of Surprises

The PAX Aus 2024 hype cycle is in full swing with some exciting tabletop announcements! Join Tom as he breaks down all the latest tabletop news for PAX Aus 2024.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 17, 2024

The Winners of the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase Have Been Announced, and These are the Games We Want to Keep an Eye On

PAX Aus 2024 is fast approaching, and with that fast approach comes a whole bunch of new indie games to get excited for. Join Rohan as he breaks down some of the games that caught his eye.
by Rohan ElliottJuly 30, 2024

Yes, Orcs are Mexican Now. Yes, Because We Said So.

Representation in Dungeons and Dragons has always been rife with controversy. With new Orc art being released the debate has been reignited under new terms.
by Otis LundahlJuly 26, 2024
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Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Blink Twice

Join in with Michelle in her Booze, Boobs, and Reviews series covering what she is watching. This installment is about Blink Twice! Have you seen the film? How much wine did it take you to finish?
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 20, 2025

Captain America: Brave New World Review – A Good First Outing?

Captain America: Brave New World has finally been released, but is Sam Wilson’s Captain America debut worth the price of admission? Join Tom as he reviews the latest MCU outing.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 19, 2025

Get More Swash For Your Buckle: 3 Films That Have The Perfect Fairy-tale Ending

Shana recommends three films full of swashbuckling romances that are sure to penetrate your heart faster than Cupid‘s arrow!
by Shana MartinFebruary 7, 2025

Wolf Man is a Tense Ride, But It’s Not a Werewolf Movie

Wolf Man is here, but make no mistake, it’s not a werewolf movie. This new film from Blumhouse is tense and has some good moments, but does it succeed in becoming a modern horror classic? Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 5, 2025

Companion Review: A “Perfect” Relationship

The latest thriller flick, Companion, has hit the silver screen, but is it worth watching? Join Tom as he gives his review of Companion (spoiler-free).
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 4, 2025
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Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Blink Twice

Join in with Michelle in her Booze, Boobs, and Reviews series covering what she is watching. This installment is about Blink Twice! Have you seen the film? How much wine did it take you to finish?
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 20, 2025

House of the Dragon Season 3 Announcement?

Are you ready to dive back into House of the Dragon? We are in for a banger of an opening season based on some HBO confirmations lately. Let’s dive in and look at the timeline of events of the dance!
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 19, 2025

Captain America: Brave New World Review – A Good First Outing?

Captain America: Brave New World has finally been released, but is Sam Wilson’s Captain America debut worth the price of admission? Join Tom as he reviews the latest MCU outing.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 19, 2025

Now Grimm is Coming Back, Can We Talk About the Series’ Problematic Story?

Grimm is returning to our screens by way of a movie on Peacock sometime soon! Hooray! Except, does nobody remember the issues with the original series? Iain does, and he’s still weirded out by it. Let him tell you more.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 11, 2025

Get More Swash For Your Buckle: 3 Films That Have The Perfect Fairy-tale Ending

Shana recommends three films full of swashbuckling romances that are sure to penetrate your heart faster than Cupid‘s arrow!
by Shana MartinFebruary 7, 2025

Wolf Man is a Tense Ride, But It’s Not a Werewolf Movie

Wolf Man is here, but make no mistake, it’s not a werewolf movie. This new film from Blumhouse is tense and has some good moments, but does it succeed in becoming a modern horror classic? Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 5, 2025

Companion Review: A “Perfect” Relationship

The latest thriller flick, Companion, has hit the silver screen, but is it worth watching? Join Tom as he gives his review of Companion (spoiler-free).
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 4, 2025

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Review – A Consistent Adventure

The latest Star Wars Disney+ series, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, has wrapped up, and now the question is, was it worth it? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Skeleton Crew.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 3, 2025

Sonic the Hedgehog 3: The Movie that Succeeds On All Fronts

Ben went to see Sonic 3 in the pictures and had to tell everyone about how good it was. Let Ben tell you more about the fastest hedgehog in the cinema this winter.
by Ben HazellJanuary 28, 2025

Top 10 Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2025

After the most anticipated movies of the year it is time to talk about the TV shows. Many things are coming out that look insanely promising, but which ones will make the Top 10?
by Art of Lily KJanuary 21, 2025
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We Went to Superplastic’s Dopeameme Institute for Pleasure Research Experience at Area 15

We Went to Superplastic's Dopeameme Institute for Pleasure Research Experience (D.I.P.R.) at Area 15 in Las Vegas, and we have a lot to say!
by Andrea CarterFebruary 13, 2025

We Went to the Electric Playhouse Experience in Las Vegas

Electric Playhouse is the latest in the long lineage of experiential arcades popping up across the country, and we got an exclusive look at their Las Vegas location (and scored big numbers on HideyCube).
by Andrea CarterFebruary 6, 2025

We Went to a Video Game Rave in Las Vegas (and it was awesome)

The Video Game Rave tour with DJs Synova and GrooveCube brought the party to Area 15 in Las Vegas, and we had an absolute blast. Party music and gaming themes? Now you're thinking with portals.
by Andrea CarterJanuary 15, 2025

How Writing Fanfic Became My Cognitive Therapy

Before you knock fanfic as a hobby for thirsty fangirls, check out Stef's take on how writing fanfic can be a form of cognitive therapy.
by Stef WatsonJanuary 3, 2025

Six Games Under Five Hours (That Don’t Suck)

Long weekend, meet short games. Here are six games you can absolutely jam out completely over a long weekend in less than five hours. Also, these games don't suck so we can ensure it's time well spent.
by Andrea CarterNovember 26, 2024
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Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Blink Twice

Join in with Michelle in her Booze, Boobs, and Reviews series covering what she is watching. This installment is about Blink Twice! Have you seen the film? How much wine did it take you to finish?
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 20, 2025

Captain America: Brave New World Review – A Good First Outing?

Captain America: Brave New World has finally been released, but is Sam Wilson’s Captain America debut worth the price of admission? Join Tom as he reviews the latest MCU outing.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 19, 2025

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the First Great Game of the Year

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the first great game of the year and a fitting sequel to ENDER LILIES. This Metroidvania got its hooks into Iain and never let go. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 12, 2025

Wolf Man is a Tense Ride, But It’s Not a Werewolf Movie

Wolf Man is here, but make no mistake, it’s not a werewolf movie. This new film from Blumhouse is tense and has some good moments, but does it succeed in becoming a modern horror classic? Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 5, 2025

Companion Review: A “Perfect” Relationship

The latest thriller flick, Companion, has hit the silver screen, but is it worth watching? Join Tom as he gives his review of Companion (spoiler-free).
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 4, 2025

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Review – A Consistent Adventure

The latest Star Wars Disney+ series, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, has wrapped up, and now the question is, was it worth it? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Skeleton Crew.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 3, 2025

Sonic the Hedgehog 3: The Movie that Succeeds On All Fronts

Ben went to see Sonic 3 in the pictures and had to tell everyone about how good it was. Let Ben tell you more about the fastest hedgehog in the cinema this winter.
by Ben HazellJanuary 28, 2025

Predictable Blackwater Lane Left Me Bored

Blackwater Lane, starring Minka Kelly, Dermot Mulroney and Maggie Grace, is a new spooky murder-mystery thriller about a woman who may have witnessed a murder while perhaps experiencing a mental break. Read Iain’s review and let him tell you why he didn’t like it.
by Iain McParlandJanuary 16, 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 McParlandJanuary 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 McParlandJanuary 7, 2025
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PAX Aus 2024 Round-Up: Another PAX In The Bag!

PAX Aus 2024 has come and gone, but that’s no reason to be sad. Join Tom and Rohan as they reflect on this chaotic but fun weekend of games and panels.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 18, 2024

Trading Cards Galore at PAX Aus 2024

PAX Aus had a whole bunch of TCGs this year, and it can be daunting to decide which one to try after the show. Luckily, Tom has compiled a list of the TCGs you need to try from PAX.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 16, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Some of the biggest surprises from the convention

With the closing of the final day of PAX Aus 2024, Rohan gets a bit reflective and after blinding passing motorists looks back at some of the biggest surprises of the convention.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 14, 2024

PAX Aus 2024: Hands On With the Indie Showcase Winners

Day 2 of PAX means more hands-on with games and Rohan is checking out all the PAX indie winners including Anticitizen Red, Max Mustard, The Score and more to see whether they're worth all the long lines to play.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 13, 2024

Altering the TCG Space: Hands-on with Altered

The Kickstarter-funded TCG Altered has finally been released into the wild, but is it worth your time and money? Join Tom as he gives his first impression of this new TCG.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 6, 2024
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Xbox Developer Direct | Holiday Gaming – Screen Smash 41 Podcast

The Gang is back to talk about the games they played or didn’t play over the holiday break. Then get into all the whip cracking games from the recent Xbox Developer Direct ’24 #indianajonesandthegreatcircle #SenuassagaHellblade2 #Avowed Catch every Audio Podcast everywhere you listen Thursday. Catch the show Live on Twitch every Monday night at 6 […]
by Dan MorrisJanuary 25, 2024

Glorious Burden – Season 2 Breakdown | Watching Now: Loki

Loki Season 2 has officially ended with the episode “Glorious Purpose”, and what a wild ride it was! Join Couch Soup contributors Lily K, Thomas Richards, Erika Aundawyn, and Iain McParland for a Watching Now special, discussing the series’ ups and downs. Did the Loki series end satisfyingly or did it leave us gasping for more? What did they think of series newcomers? How about that character development: undercooked or jusssstttt right? And what does it all mean for the overarching MCU?
by Drew LewisNovember 14, 2023

Avatar The Last Airbender & Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Reaction – TRAILER TALK

Trailers we are reacting to: Avatar The Last Airbender - Showrunner Albert Kim and starring Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Tamlyn Tomita. Ghostbusters Frozen Empire- Directed by Gil Kenan and starring Starring Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisNovember 14, 2023

Spider-Man 2 Final Preview | Screen Smash (Members Only)

The Screen Smash crew takes a look at everything we know about the upcoming Marvel's Spider-Man 2 with lots of speculations, predictions, and a few wild theories to boot
by Dan MorrisOctober 17, 2023

Niche Games W/ Alex McCumbers | Screen Smash

Lies of P is a great difficult game for casuals, and we talk niche games with guest Alex McCumbers.
by Dan MorrisSeptember 28, 2023

The Best Movie-Based Games | Screen Smash

Movie games are usually not great, but all is not lost. We are here to give you our picks for which games are the crème of the crop when it comes to movie license tie-ins. See if you agree with our picks or if we missed any you think should make the cut!
by Dan MorrisSeptember 21, 2023

To Starfield and Beyond – Deep and Hard Special | Screen Smash

Starfield has been in the wilds for over a week now. Should you play it? Listen to our deep discussion and ratings to find out!
by Dan MorrisSeptember 15, 2023

Tekken to the Street W/ Keith Mitchell | Screen Smash

Keith from Outerhaven.net joins the Smash crew to talk about Armored Core 6 and the hotly anticipated Tekken 8!
by Dan MorrisSeptember 7, 2023

The Ahsoka Chronicles: Lightsaber Duels! | Episode 4

Another week, another episode of Ahsoka. Episode 4 has dropped, and we don't know what to think about it. This episode was filled with fights, reveals, and an unexpected cameo; it was a rollercoaster of emotions. Some of us even got a little bit too stressed out, which may have caused some issues. Join us as we breakdown everything that happened in this installment of the Ahsoka Chronicles.
by Drew LewisSeptember 6, 2023

The Killer & The Book of Clarence Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

Trailers we are reacting to: The Killer - Directed by David Fincher and starring Michael Fasbender. The Book of Clarence - Directed by Jeymes Samuel and starring LaKeith Stanfield. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisSeptember 5, 2023
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Xbox Developer Direct | Holiday Gaming – Screen Smash 41 Podcast

The Gang is back to talk about the games they played or didn’t play over the holiday break. Then get into all the whip cracking games from the recent Xbox Developer Direct ’24 #indianajonesandthegreatcircle #SenuassagaHellblade2 #Avowed Catch every Audio Podcast everywhere you listen Thursday. Catch the show Live on Twitch every Monday night at 6 […]
by Dan MorrisJanuary 25, 2024

Glorious Burden – Season 2 Breakdown | Watching Now: Loki

Loki Season 2 has officially ended with the episode “Glorious Purpose”, and what a wild ride it was! Join Couch Soup contributors Lily K, Thomas Richards, Erika Aundawyn, and Iain McParland for a Watching Now special, discussing the series’ ups and downs. Did the Loki series end satisfyingly or did it leave us gasping for more? What did they think of series newcomers? How about that character development: undercooked or jusssstttt right? And what does it all mean for the overarching MCU?
by Drew LewisNovember 14, 2023

Avatar The Last Airbender & Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Reaction – TRAILER TALK

Trailers we are reacting to: Avatar The Last Airbender - Showrunner Albert Kim and starring Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Tamlyn Tomita. Ghostbusters Frozen Empire- Directed by Gil Kenan and starring Starring Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisNovember 14, 2023

Spider-Man 2 Final Preview | Screen Smash (Members Only)

The Screen Smash crew takes a look at everything we know about the upcoming Marvel's Spider-Man 2 with lots of speculations, predictions, and a few wild theories to boot
by Dan MorrisOctober 17, 2023

Niche Games W/ Alex McCumbers | Screen Smash

Lies of P is a great difficult game for casuals, and we talk niche games with guest Alex McCumbers.
by Dan MorrisSeptember 28, 2023
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Platinum Trophies That Took Years Off Our Lives

Every PSN trophy hunter loves a platinum trophy, but sometimes it just isn’t worth it. Join Thomas and Iain as they recount the platinum trophies that took years off their lives.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 4, 2024

Free Play: MMO “Tourism” Is My Chosen Playstyle

World of Warcraft has fallen victim to complete optimization of play, and it seems like many MMOs trend in that direction. Where does that leave a proponent of free play in a massively multiplayer online game?
by Tyler GrahamDecember 20, 2023
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We Went to Superplastic’s Dopeameme Institute for Pleasure Research Experience at Area 15

We Went to Superplastic's Dopeameme Institute for Pleasure Research Experience (D.I.P.R.) at Area 15 in Las Vegas, and we have a lot to say!
by Andrea CarterFebruary 13, 2025
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The Tears Of War – 10 Most Emotional Moments In Gears

To defeat the Locust Horde we will need strength, courage, and...tissues? Come join the Gear-father Jake Brown as he takes us through his top emotional moments in the Gears Of War franchise.
by Jake BrownApril 15, 2021

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E7, “Sticks and Stones”

Liza gets petty about the cliffhanger in Outlander Season 6, Episode 7, "Sticks and Stones," and the Frasers find themselves under siege. With the finale next week, there's very little time left to solve Malva's murder, and Claire may have to answer for crimes she didn't commit.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 30, 2022

Who is Erika Ishii, the Protagonist of the Ghost of Yōtei?

Sucker Punch's Ghost of Yōtei was announced at Playstation's September State of Play and protagonist Atsu is being played by Erika Ishii, but who is she and why is this perfect casting? Erika, call me if you're with it.
by Andrea CarterSeptember 25, 2024
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Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Blink Twice

Join in with Michelle in her Booze, Boobs, and Reviews series covering what she is watching. This installment is about Blink Twice! Have you seen the film? How much wine did it take you to finish?
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 20, 2025
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Breaking Down All The New Info For Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds has dropped two gameplay trailers, and they’re both jam-packed with info. Join Thomas Richards as he breaks down all the important details from the Monster Hunter Wilds trailers.
by Thomas RichardsJune 13, 2024

Parasyte: The Grey and The Question of Being Human

A new K-Drama just arrived on Netflix and it is for all of you Sci-Fi and Body Horror lovers. Let’s review Parasyte: The Grey from the director of Train to Busan.
by Art of Lily KApril 11, 2024

I’m Not a Gamer, but I AM a Replayer!

You don’t have to be a gamer to enjoy Retro Replay. Shana Martin shares her story of being a dedicated Replayer who isn't a gamer, and how she's had to navigate that when socializing with other Replayers.
by Shana MartinMarch 14, 2021
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