Are you on the fence when it comes to free games? Maybe you’ve looked at The First Descendant from Nexon and wondered if it’s worth the download and your precious hard drive space on your device? Let’s talk about why it is and what you can look forward to as a player.
Grimmfest is almost upon us! The horror film festival in Manchester, England, begins October 3rd, and it’s shaping up to be a great show. Here is CouchSoup’s preview of the much-anticipated event!
Shaun Bolen, owner of Hang Time drops by for a chat all about the new brand, his journey as a content creator, and all the fun stuff that’s coming in the future including their March to the Top stream coming soon!
We are getting the prequel to what made Willy Wonka the eccentric candy maker and Timothée Chalamet is bringing him to life in Wonka. We got the golden ticket to watch this trailer. Then let's check the video game adaptation box and watch Sony's Gran Turismo trailer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Dauntless is an underrated action RPG that's fun for families and friends to play together. Beth tells us why she enjoys it, how it helped her build a new circle of friends and fellow streamers, and why you should give it a try.
As the internet enters a new decade, one of its titans bids us farewell after 25 years. Let’s all send Adobe’s flagship into the night the way it arrived all those years ago - not with a whimper, but with an almighty bang.
The title shall speak for itself, but in case it doesn’t: I am Chloe Frazer, I played Little Hope and now I’ll tell you my thoughts on it. Do I approve or not? You’ll find out if you read this article, because this is what I do now, while the lockdown lasts at least or maybe… a bit longer.
Escape to a world where you can be the main character and live out a life that you actually have control of. Or maybe you just wet yourself? Brandy shares some of her hilarious adventures playing The Sims 4.
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.
After a failed attempt to skip over the year 2000 so I can get to the PS2 without waiting too long, I, a 16 year old, wake up in 2019 and discover the video games I already played 20 years ago are new again but also different.
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?
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.
Here’s what 2021 has to offer up first. Kicking the year off is the return of one of the best beat-em ups of all time and the first Xbox Series game. It is a light month but that is January.
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.
It’s Wrestlemania 40! It’s a week where superstars become superheroes. It’s not the first time for some of the guys performing this weekend. Here are three good and three bad acting performances by wrestlers in Superhero TV and movies.
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!
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!
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!
Demon Slayer has returned to theatres with a first look at the next season, but has it improved over last time? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on this latest outing from the blockbuster series.
Shana delves into the dark and gritty world of 19th-century Los Angeles in the Amazon Prime series Zorro! Explaining what makes the series unique and why it needs a second season!
Season 3 of The Bad Batch is finally here. What questions will this season answer? Are we in for more Dave Filoni animation heartbreak? Will any of the Bad Batch survive this season? What's Hemlock up to? Let's talk about it … but be aware spoilers lay ahead!
Sony is at it again with another Spider-Man film with no Spider-Man; is this one any better? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the latest superhero film from Sony, Madame Web.
The first trailer for the Borderlands film has been released, and it looks promising. Join Thomas Richards as he explains why he’s cautiously optimistic about this new adaptation.
With Halo on everyone’s mind, why not look back at one of the less-liked entries? Join Thomas Richards as he revisits one of his personal favourite Halo games, Halo 4.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters has ended, but was it any good? Thomas Richards gives his thoughts on the series along with the rest of the Monarch Files crew.
Balerion is coming! Get ready for a dragon-filled adventure as HBO moves forward with the development of Aegon's Conquest, a prequel to House of the Dragon. With Mattson Tomlin, co-writer of The Batman Part II leading the project, here's what fans should expect for this journey through the Targaryen conquest of Westeros.
The Blacklist has ended, but did the writers give Raymond Reddington, one of the best characters of the last decade, the sendoff he deserved? No, they did not. Let us tell you why.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 is nearly here, but we got even more Slime content before then. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on the OVA series Visions of Coleus.
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!
Another superhero origin story from DC is here, but is it any good? Join Thomas Richards as he shares his thoughts on the latest outing from DC, Blue Beetle.
We’re into a new era of Rick and Morty now that Justin Roiland is gone. Does it still work? Iain recaps the first two episodes of Season 7 and discusses whether the show is still good after the creator’s exit.
After waiting eight years, Five Nights at Freddy’s is finally here, but was it worth the wait? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on this long awaited video game movie adaptation.
Let's dive into the Spider-Man 2 storyline and why it's a big reason behind it being the fastest selling PlayStation Studios game ever. With more than 2.5 million copies sold in its first 24 hours.
If you’re a-hankering for a slasher-horror-time-traveling-comedy, then Iain has the movie for you. Here’s his review of the new Blumhouse and Amazon Prime Video release, Totally Killer.
The Kirby franchise has always flirted with elements of horror just under the surface, but the newest entry, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, kicks that up to 11 with its eerie liminal spaces. Tyler looks at what “liminality” is and why it’s so damn important to this game!
Prime 1 Studio recently revealed it's highly-anticipated Uncharted 4 Nathan Drake statue! As an avid fan of the franchise, Liza takes a quick dive into the Easter eggs she spotted during the Showcase.
With the original PlayStation being a commercial success, the PlayStation 2 had high expectations. But the console blazed its own trail in gaming for more than a decade. Here are titles that define that console generation.
From Mortal Kombat to Sonic The Hedgehog, there have been a ton of Video Game Movies but whether or not they are going to rock is never quite known. In this article, we are going to have a look at some of the best of the best and also the worst of the worst.
This week we are discussing the return to form of one of the greatest multiplayer games ever - Halo Infinite. Let's break down this trailer and dive into our POV's on editing to gameplay to weapons to sound design and more!
This week we discuss some timely topics including the delay of God of War Ragnorok and what we hope to see from E3. Getting into Retro Replay for the week, Pagan talks about the first Live episode of Trailer Talk, where a replayer got to join in on the “Talk”. We nerded out hard over Jovenshire’s appearance on the show playing TMNT Tournament Fighters and all the dirty jokes that came with it.
This week we are discussing the return of Jean-Claude Van Damme and his amazing ability to kill people with the splits in his new Netflix film The Last Mercenary. Let's break down this trailer and dive into our POV's on editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
This week we are discussing filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan's chilling, mysterious new thriller OLD. Let's break down what the mysterious film's mysterious twist ending could be and dive into our POV's on editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
Joining us on this week’s episode is Michael Sangregorio to talk about his contributions to the Retro Replay website as well as discuss the latest episode of the show. Michael, who has been a long-time fan of the show and has appeared on the podcast multiple times, has written several articles that range from mental health with gaming to what are the best wrestling video games. We nerd out on potential video game parks, things getting squished, and a little behind the scenes of Retro Feud.
This week, Stephanie Judge (Editor for Retro Replay) returns with Maria to talk about the new Ratchet and Clank game and Co-op games. Pagan and Steph give the points of view that they wanted to give from the latest Trailer Talk, but were not so able to share. Since they played Overcooked 2 on Retro Replay, we discuss that and the importance of Co-op games and our experiences with them.
This week we are watching not one... But Two trailers! That's right it's a battle of the musicals, Lin Manuel Miranda's IN THE HEIGHTS vs. Steven Spielberg's WEST SIDE STORY! These movies look pretty amazing! Let's break down these two film's choreography to editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
We are joined by Louie and Retro Replay's Stephanie Judge to discuss Resident Evil Village and “Naughtiness'' in video games. We have a discussion about playing games on various difficulties, especially horror games. Pagan and Steph elaborate on recording Trailer Talk for Retro Replay. To close, we “pull it out deeper” on sex in video games based on RRs recent episode where they played Leisure Suit Larry.
This week we are watching the RATCHET & CLANK RIFT APART trailer! This game looks pretty awesome! Let's break down the game's design to gameplay mechanics to color design to sound design and more!
This week, Pagan could not join us. However, Erika comes back to the show along with Jake Brown. Erika guest co-hosts with Dan while we get to know Jake and discuss his contributions to the Retro Replay website.
Undeniably an icon, Marilyn Monroe was the envy of men and women for decades, but Director Andrew Dominik looks to explore her complicated life in BLONDE. Starring Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, Adrien Brody, Bobby Cannavale, Xavier Samuel, and Julianne Nicholson, this is clearly Netflix's best bet for a shiny gold Oscar come March. There's a lot to unpack, so bring your Chanel No. 5 and join us.
The 2022 San Diego Comic-Con, per usual, dropped some highly anticipated trailers as well as a few surprises. From an emotionally driven Blank Panther trailer juggling the weight of the loss of Chadwick Boseman to a teaser for John Wick 4 to a National Treasure TV show teaser that no one saw coming and more. Let's discuss what worked and what didn't, and what we're excited to see more of in the coming months.
Let's go back thousands of years before The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and let's also leave Peter Jackson out of this incarnation but take a lot of his visual design language for this new Amazon Prime series Rings of Power. The 3rd teaser trailer finally gives us something substantial to look at and some glimpses of who and what will be featured in Middle-earth for this incarnation. Let's dive deep into the Misty Mountains or sail all the way to Númenor and break it down.
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.
Chapter 22 of The Mandalorian is here, and it’s the weirdest episode yet. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this unique episode, celebrity cameos and all.
If you like Love, Death & Robots then we have something that will scratch that itch. MAKE Originals is a terrific animation studio with some dark but hilarious animated micro-shorts that are sure to make you giggle just as much and they shock you. We got to sit down with the team from MAKE and learn more about this talented group of animators and what to expect from them in the future.
Andor Episode 8, "Narkina 5," has barefoot prisons, beloved characters, and the unfortunate reappearance of Syril. Thomas Richards gives his impressions.
One of the great things about the live-action shows in the Star Wars universe is the addition of characters we got to know through animated stories. Let's examine three more that could make an impact and why we need to see them.
The ADHD gamer returns with some mini reviews to get you into the Halloween spirit! Are these games anything to scream about? Read the article to find out more!
Liza shares what an emotional rollercoaster Outlander Season 6, Episode 3 “Temperance” was and speculates about a possible division between Jamie and Ian.
