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Heart Eyes is More Romantic Comedy Than Horror But It Works!

Heart Eyes is the perfect companion to Valentine’s Day season. This romantic comedy with a slasher twist is everything Iain needed and more. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandMarch 1, 2025

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is a Great Squeakquel But It’s Not Perfect

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter, the long-awaited follow-up to Odd Bug Studio’s first outing has arrived on all platforms and PC! However, is it an improvement, a step back, or kinda both? Check out our review and find out.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 25, 2025

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

It’s In God’s Hands Now: A Chat With KC Green

The creative mastermind behind "this is fine", KC Green is currently creating an ongoing gag comic series titled God's Hands. Thomas Richards sits down with KC Green to discuss his background and all things God's Hands.
by Thomas RichardsJune 22, 2023

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Pop Culture Predictions #3

This week Drew Lewis makes some predictions on who will win Best Picture at this years Oscars along the definitive answer on whether or not The Book of Boba Fett will get a Season 2 or not.
by Drew LewisFebruary 18, 2022

Must-Know Gaming Career Tips with Tori Fica, Lead Marketing Writer, Riot Games

Erika chats with Riot Games copywriter Tori Fica about her path into the gaming industry, the work her team does, and tips for finding and building a career in the industry.
by Erika AundawynFebruary 15, 2022

Sexy, Gory and H.R. Giger Inspired Lust From Beyond: M Edition May Tickle Your Fancy

Lust from Beyond by Movie Games Lunarium is an unabashed homage to Giger and Lovecraft, twisting fantasy and horror with perverse design and sexual desire. But the newly released M version tones down the gore and sex for a more tailored story adventure so that you can enjoy the disturbing nature of this world with a more subtle experience. Let’s dive in.
by Pagan PlaysFebruary 14, 2022

Kick, Punch, Die, Repeat – Sifu Game Review

Sifu is an in-your-face kung fu action game pulled straight out of a Hong Kong martial arts slugfest. And guess what, we liked it. Here is an honest unfiltered take by Dan Morris.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 9, 2022

Our Journey As Female Gamers Part V – Featuring Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake

Our Journey As Female Gamers series comes to a close in Part V where Candace sits down with Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake to discuss their own experiences with developing their passion for gaming and what they have loved about the diversity in recent gaming history. Join us for the final candid discussion of the light and dark side of gaming.
by Candace BissonetteFebruary 7, 2022

Sony Bought Bungie- Is it Cause for Concern?

After Microsoft acquired Activision, Sony made their chess move in the game of acquisitions and bought Bungie. Let’s dive in and see where the money is going, the concerns of the gaming community, and the nuts and bolts for what this could mean moving forward.
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 6, 2022

I Am Fish: The Little Fins That Could

Maria helps Goldfish find his way back to his friends in the wacky adventure game I Am Fish. Read what she thought about the game in her first impressions.
by Maria KinnunFebruary 5, 2022

Early Access: Ready or Not

Kicking down doors, arresting suspects, gadgets, firearms, and tactics. If any of those things I mentioned tickles your fancy then you will not be disappointed in playing Ready or Not!
by Andrew LucyFebruary 4, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: February 2022

Your monthly dose of games be released this month and his one is a doozy. Prepare to die expecting winter... Jon Snow.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 3, 2022

The Best Heroic Thieves and Why We Love Them

When someone mentions the word “thief,” who do you think of first?  There are many characters from all over the world spanning the course of history that fit the idea. You know, the charming, fearless criminal full of wit and charm? That’s the one!   If you’re a fiction aficionado, you may think of characters that […]
by Lizabeth PhoenixJanuary 30, 2022

Speak No Evil Review: A Very Tense Time

The latest thriller, Speak No Evil, has arrived, but is it too much for some people to handle? Join Tom as he shares his thoughts on this very tense film.
by Thomas RichardsSeptember 17, 2024

Cuckoo By Name, Cuckoo By Nature: A Weird Time in the Bavarian Alps

Cuckoo is a weird-ass horror film starring Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens. Although it has its flaws, this bonkers premise set in an isolated mountain resort in the Bavarian Alps is absolutely worth your time.
by Iain McParlandSeptember 13, 2024

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice- Nostalgia Hits the Box Office

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice was a box office success in the US this past weekend but was it a success in the hearts of the children of the 80s? Brandy dives into what made it great and what could have made it better.
by Brandy BrownSeptember 10, 2024

Wicked Is Bringing Cinema Back! Trailer 2 Reaction and Review

The latest trailers for the highly anticipated, musical sensation Wicked have finally arrived, and it’s safe to say they are pretty popular. Join Stephanie as she fangirls, breaking down the latest and the greatest.
by Stephanie JudgeSeptember 10, 2024

Alien: Romulus is the Best Entry in the Franchise Since Aliens

Alien: Romulus is the best film in the Alien franchise since its second outing. Fede Alvarez’s first foray into the world of Xenomorphs takes the series back to its roots to find the scary again… and he succeeds!
by Iain McParlandSeptember 9, 2024

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Movies Oozing With Spooky Fun

From a creeping Blob to a mysterious H-Man, and even a dessert that bites back, these flicks are perfect for a ghoulishly good time this Halloween season.
by Shana MartinAugust 23, 2024

The Acolyte is Cancelled!? Why? Really?

The Acolyte has been cancelled!? How did it come to this? Is this even legit news? Join Tom as he goes over this Star Wars bombshell.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 22, 2024

Average Joe’s Michael Trucco Shares Some Life Secrets with Couch Soup

An exclusive sit-down interview with Michael Trucco that offers a candid look into his career philosophy, the critical role of collaboration, and how he measures success in an industry that often prioritizes the temporary and superficial.
by PJAugust 21, 2024

The Acolyte Season 1 Review: A Lesson in Patience

The dust has settled, and emotions have calmed, so what is the verdict on Season 1 of The Acolyte? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the entire season after a rewatch.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 19, 2024

Alien: Romulus – The more… the better?

The new Alien film finally hit cinemas, and I was as excited as a five-year-old in front of a toy shop. Fede Alvarez promised something that has been missing from the franchise ever since we’ve last seen Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley. Did he deliver? Let’s see.
by Art of Lily KAugust 18, 2024

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 McParlandAugust 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 RichardsAugust 15, 2024

The Acolyte Needs a Second Season

The Acolyte may have been divisive, but it also raises many questions about the progress of the show, the roadmap to the Skywalkers, and characters introduced in this show. For those who enjoyed the show wished for more episodes than the eight in season one. Let’s discuss both the questions that need to be answered, and reasons why we need a second season.
by Tim BeisiegelAugust 13, 2024

Celebrating 40 years of Transformers G1 with its best episodes

2024 is the 40th anniversary of the G1 Transformers cartoon. Join Rohan as he strolls down memory lane, talking about his favourite episodes from the show's run.
by Rohan ElliottAugust 12, 2024

House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale Recap

House of the Dragon finished pretty underwhelmingly. Dive in as we go through the episode recap, what went wrong, and if we are looking forward to season 3!
by Michelle HolstineAugust 6, 2024

Should I Start Streaming?

Is streaming something you've wanted to do, but you're not sure how to get started? Are your friends streaming and you're feeling like you should, too? Stephanie Watson answers some of the first questions most streamers have when they're getting started, from what to stream, what software and equipment you'll need to get started, and what to expect when building a community around your streaming channel.
by Stef WatsonFebruary 5, 2021

End Of An Era: A Thank You to Supernatural

After a legendary 15 years on air, Supernatural came to an end in 2020. Now, you can think whatever you want of how they chose to close down the series, we simply can’t go by the fact how many people this show helped along the way. Including me. (Trigger warning: this article discusses depression and suicidal tendencies.)
by Art of Lily KJanuary 29, 2021

An Argument For Trash Talk

What is the point of trash-talking? Is it to annoy the person in front of you, or do you want to psych out your opponent like the great Muhammad Ali or Macho Man Randy Savage?
by Josh NeffJanuary 19, 2021

5 Video Games Perfect For Theme Parks

With the scheduled opening of the Super Nintendo World theme park in Universal Studios Japan in 2021, MSG brings his theme park expertise to give you his five choices of video game franchises that should also be theme parks.
by Michael Saint GregoryJanuary 16, 2021

Finding Contentment In Newfound Hobbies

The discovery of finding contentment in ourselves through new hobbies by Andrew Lucy.
by Andrew LucyDecember 24, 2020

The Korean Horror That Took South Korea by Storm

Korean movies never fail to surprise their audiences. Joining a line of amazing horrors is Exhuma - The Unearthed Grave, a movie that surpassed all expectations. But what is it about exactly? Is it worth your time? Let’s talk about it.
by Art of Lily KMay 23, 2024

Caesar’s Legacy – Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Review

The Planet of the Apes saga continues. I was a bit worried from the moment they announced it. Mostly because I truly think that Rise, Dawn, and War was a perfect trilogy, joining the very few on this list before them. So… can Kingdom live up to it all?
by Art of Lily KMay 15, 2024

Exploring Identity and Ideals in Iain M. Banks’ Masterpiece ‘Player of Games’

Iain M. Banks' Second Culture Book, Player of Games, carries the keynotes of the series, with elements of paranoia and defeating enemies through ideology, as well as a complex relationship with gender decades ahead of its time.
by Sam NilssonMay 14, 2024

Let’s! Revolution!: The Roguelite Minesweeper-like King Slaying Game

Ever wondered how a game can be a Minesweeper-like AND a Roguelite? Well, wonder no further! The stunningly animated, Let’s! Revolution! is finally on consoles. The King better be quaking in his boots because we’re coming for that throne!
by Iain McParlandMay 8, 2024

Abigail: The Prima Ballerina of Pain is a Revelation in Horror Comedy

They kidnapped a vampire. A ballerina vampire! Abigail, the new horror comedy from Universal Pictures aims to arabesque, pirouette and plié into our hearts. We tell you why it’s succeeded, and it needs to be added to your must-watch list!
by Iain McParlandMay 1, 2024

Unicorn Overlord: Trends Weigh Down an Otherwise Fantastic Strategy Game

Unicorn Overlord is a real time strategy game with some amazing mechanics, but maybe it should have held itself back from chasing trends, Ben goes into more details.
by Ben HazellApril 28, 2024

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Review – A Fun Detour or an Unwanted Trip?

The SPY x FAMILY film is finally here, but is it a worthy addition to the series? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews SPY x FAMILY CODE: White!
by Thomas RichardsApril 27, 2024

Reconsidering Consider Phlebas

Rereading Iain M. Banks’ Consider Phlebas as the first work in the influential Culture series, on its own merits, and against the backdrop of the cultural changes since it was written. Welcome to Fully Automated Luxury Gay Space Communism and Megastructures! Welcome space card games and shape-shifters!
by Sam NilssonApril 25, 2024

Beyond Absurd: Unveiling the Hilarious Chaos of Chicken Nugget

We watched Chicken Nugget, the weird new Netflix Korean comedy series based on the webtoon of the same name. Step into the world where a girl can be transformed into a chicken nugget, and we’ll tell you why it’s actually worth your time!
by Iain McParlandApril 24, 2024

The Fail of a Sequel: Rebel Moon Part 2’s Mixed Reception

Netflix and Zack Snyder have released Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver. Should you spend your next available two hours watching it? Or do the Rotten Tomatoes reviews and audience scores make sense? Let's talk about it.
by Tim BeisiegelApril 23, 2024

5 Tips for Beginning Dungeon Masters (From a Slightly More Experienced One)

Been wanting to try out being a DM for your own Dungeons & Dragons campaign? Sam shares some "critical" tips and why you shouldn't be afraid to give it a try!
by Sam ComerfordOctober 26, 2022

10 Kick Ass Female Video Game Characters That Totally Stole The Show

There’s no shortage of awesome women in video games that kick way more butt than the guys do and we love em! Go eat some bench gentlemen, let’s have a look at some of the most fierce, badass, and important female video game characters.
by Nick McKayOctober 22, 2022

TMNT Cowabunga Collection Review – All roads lead to the Technodrome.

Rohan dives into the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cowabunga Collection to see if it's all kinds of radical and worth your money or whether its better to just find an emulator.
by Rohan ElliottOctober 20, 2022

Stories from a Dungeon Mika (DM)

The most memorable D&D moments are often unplanned, even for the DM! The Dungeon Mika shares 3 stories where surprising player choices led to humorous results.
by the Dungeon MikaOctober 11, 2022

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 PayneOctober 9, 2022
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Hang Time’s Shaun Bolen Hangs with The Replayer Podcast | TRP: Ep 116

Hang Time owner and CEO Shaun Bolen pops by the podcast to chat about games, streaming, content creation, and loving dogs. Shaun was a part of Screw Attack and Game Attack and has now launched a new channel and platform called HangTime.
by Dan MorrisMarch 9, 2022

Bullet Train Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Brad Pitt is on a bullet train with a bunch of assassins and a briefcase that everyone wants. The film is based on the novel Maria Beetle by Kōtarō Isaka which none of us have read but hey, let's break down what is going on in this delirious action-thriller from the director of Deadpool 2, David Leitch.
by Drew LewisMarch 8, 2022

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Newt is back but this time he's saving Dumbledore from taking over his movie franchise in the next installment of the Fantastic Beast Series - The Secrets of Dumbledore. The Wizarding World has gotten bigger and yet smaller as we see some familiar faces, places, and spells. Can J.K. Rowling land this trilogy that started out without the controversy of Johnny Depp and helmed by Eddie Redmayne.
by Drew LewisMarch 1, 2022

Baz Luhrmann’s ELVIS Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Baz Luhrmann is bringing his flair to the man who invented flair ELVIS. The signer dancer icon is finally getting the biopic he deserves. Following great films like Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman, The Doors, Walk the Line - will this live up to the man and the legend? Casting Austin Butler as Elvis, Oscar winner Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker, and Olivia DeJonge as Priscilla look like smart moves in the right direction. Let's break it all down and maybe sing a tune.
by Drew LewisFebruary 27, 2022

Oh Crap! Is the Uncharted Movie Any Good? | TRP: Ep 115

The Uncharted Movie is finally here! Lily K and Erika Aundawyn join us for a part spoiler-free and a lot spoiler full discussion of the Uncharted Movie.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 23, 2022

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Today’s sponsor is Riverside, the leading podcast and video recording platform. Check them out and all the other features they have at https://riverside.fm/ and use the code TRAILER for $10 off. Doctor Strange is back and in the Multiverse of Madness!! That’s one hell of a title for a movie and by the looks of […]
by Drew LewisFebruary 15, 2022

Biggest Games of February | TRP: Ep 114

Emmanuel and Liz join us to discuss the news of Xbox acquiring Activision Blizzard, as well as the massive new games coming out this month. The big one on all of our minds, well maybe not Pagans, is Elden Ring.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 9, 2022

Netflix 2022 Movie Preview Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | Trailer Talk

This week we are watching a trailer for a whole slew of movies coming to Netflix in 2022. The Movie Preview Trailer showcases some of their biggest releases coming with a promise to launch a new movie every week. A rather impressive feat to bolster but does it matter in the streaming wars? Is this the content people are looking for? Let's break it all down. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisFebruary 8, 2022

Halo The Series Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK LIVE

Master Chief is coming to save humanity from bad video game adaptations and the Covenant probably in Halo The Series on Paramount+. Will this 26th-century conflict adapt well to prestige TV or will fans of the long-running franchise poo poo all over this new "sliver" timeline? Let's take a look at the latest trailer and get the reactions from our group of fans and nonfans to see if this trailer is living up to expectations.
by Drew LewisFebruary 2, 2022

Are You Ready For PSVR 2? | TRP #113

Maria and Luis joined the podcast to talk VR and the news of the PSVR 2 reveal. After a small tangent about curse words and how they can affect your brand we go deep into each of our experiences with VR, various headsets, and our hopes and hype for the new PlayStation Headset, granted it is not insanely expensive
by Dan MorrisJanuary 26, 2022

Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 9 Lore Breakdown & Reaction

In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and her friend and fellow GOT watcher v talk about all things House of the Dragon Episode 9, "The Green Council." They point out a few differences between the show and the book, react to Rhaenys's epic moment on her dragon Meleys, and speculate on what we'll see in the season finale. Don't miss out as they geek out and break down the lore behind the epic season 1 conclusion we're seeing next week!
by Drew LewisOctober 19, 2022

Gotham Knights & Rosaline Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

A double feature! We couldn't decide on just one trailer today, so we went with two. First, let's look at the Gotham Knights gameplay trailer which gives us our first look at some of the mechanics of what this not-really-but-kinda Arkham Knight spin-off game will play like. Then let's elevate a lesser-known, but a great spin on the Romeo and Juliet story with Rosaline coming to Hulu
by Drew LewisOctober 18, 2022

Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 8 Reaction & Lore Explained

In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle go through House of the Dragon Episode 8, "The Lord of the Tides," and all the EMOTIONS this episode threw at us. They talk about the throne room scene, the "Strong" dinner, and Viserys's dying wish. Join them as they break down the lore and history behind the two Aegons and guess what the final episodes of Season 1 will hold! We're in the thick of it now, folks.
by Drew LewisOctober 12, 2022

The Best NYCC Trailers Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

New York Comic Con was full of new trailers for us trailer nerds to geek out over. From our first look at Mario Bros and that really groundbreaking Chris Pratt voice (sarcasm) to a return to form for Tim Burton in our first full-length trailer for Wednesday. We have 4 picks for what we thought where the best trailers to come out of NYCC.
by Drew LewisOctober 11, 2022

Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 7 Lore Breakdown Explained

In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle go IN on the lore behind House of the Dragon Episode 7 "Driftmark." They introduce you to a new dragon, talk about Aemond and Vhagar's first ride, explain Laenor's "death," and give you their episode 8 predictions. Lines have been drawn and knives have come out. With another time jump coming, you don't want to miss these deets.
by Drew LewisOctober 5, 2022

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Top 10 Godzilla Films

With so many Godzilla films to watch, where do you begin? Join Dan as he shares 10 of the best Toho Godzilla films and where you can watch them.
by Dan MorrisSeptember 29, 2024

The Spring 2025 Anime Season Is Turning Up The Heat

A new anime season is upon us, and we are spoiled for choice. Join Tom as he gives you his picks for anime to watch this Spring 2025 anime season.
by Thomas RichardsApril 10, 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

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The Return of Kenobi Review, Part I

The highly anticipated series Kenobi has finally arrived! Where is Obi-Wan's story going to take us? And will this new Star Wars series live up to the hype? Candace gives her recap and reactions to the first episode of the new series.
by Candace BissonetteJune 2, 2022

Cracks in the Foundation: The Live Service Post-Mortem?

The gaming industry is well-known for running through fads, whether it be shiny new gameplay mechanics or top-to-bottom monetization schemes. So are we watching the death of live-service games in real-time?
by Tyler GrahamApril 14, 2023

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

A Minecraft Movie Review: At Least It Crafted Some Memes

A Minecraft Movie has finally arrived after nearly a decade in production hell, but should it have stayed there? Tom gives his review of this latest video game adaptation.
by Thomas RichardsApril 13, 2025

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 McParlandAugust 16, 2024

PAX Aus 2025 Hype Starts Now With Badges Now Available And Why You Should Be Excited

The PAX Aus 2025 hype train has left the station, with badges now available for purchase. However, if you're on the fence, don't worry, because Tom will tell you why you should take the PAX Aus plunge.
by Thomas RichardsApril 2, 2025

Three Korean Thrillers You MUST Watch

We already looked at some of the greatest K-Dramas you should check out, but now I am back talking about movies. On top of that: Thrillers. I can promise you all: You won’t be disappointed. Let me introduce you to some of the best Korean movies you MUST see.
by Art of Lily KApril 3, 2024
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