Squid Game is back and it is just as effective and brutal as it was in its first season. Lily K explains in detail why it was worth the wait. Come along kids; it’s time to play again.
Sony has released another film about a Spider-Man villain without Spider-Man. Does Kraven the Hunter defy the odds and be halfway decent? Or is it another Madame Web? Join Tom to find out.
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.
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?
Tabletop gaming is rewarding in creativity and friendship. This series is a how-to guide on joining or creating a group to be inclusive, fun, and rewarding.
As the End-of-Financial-Year sale approaches, Thomas and Rohan highlight some must-have board games like “You Can’t Say Umm,” “Block Party,” and “Throw Throw Burrito” that promise endless fun and excitement. Time to elevate your game nights during the sale season!
D&D Builds for rogues, druids, barbarians, fighters that are great for seasoned players and newcomers alike. Don't be afraid of multiclassing, in Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition there are always options for everyone having fun and supporting each other.
The holiday season is here, which means a lot of time with friends and family. So, why not play some new board games with them? Join Thomas Richards as he tells you about some fun board games you can play this holiday season.
Missed out on PAX Aus 2023 or wondering what it was like to attend? Join Rohand and Thomas as they break down PAX Aus 2023 from the eyes of a first-timer and a grizzled veteran.
It’s never easy to buy Christmas gifts for gamers, especially if gaming is a foreign concept to you. If you’re tirelessly searching for a gift with no luck, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you to find at least one gift you can be sure every gamer wants.
Gaming has taken a whole new level now as it becomes available to the masses with digital downloads. You can look to play on your phone with games like Pokemon Go, tablet, or game consoles and enjoy gameplay on or offline and it is a lot of fun.
Looking for something different? Something super wholesome? Look no further than A Tiny Sticker Tale! Here is our review of this adorable little indie title available right now!
Sea of Stars has been released in a challenging release window, with RPGs like Baldur’s Gate 3, Starfield and Tears of the Kingdom all releasing this year. Iain is here with his review of Sabotage Studio’s new game. Spoilers: he freaking loved it!
Solo Leveling's debut film has hit the silver screen, but is this recap/sneak peek worth your time? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-.
The second trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has dropped, making Tom roll around in excitement. Join him as he tells you why this will be the movie of the year.
Good News! The highly anticipated musical sensation Wicked has finally arrived! After a 20-year wait, join Stephanie, our resident Wicked aficionado, as she fangirls over this fantastical untold story on the big screen. Breaking down everything from the soundtrack to the costumes to casting and more!
Michael Pierro’s new film, Self Driver, shows how the gig economy is a dangerous space to live in. How far would you go for an extra buck? Join us for our review.
Skeleton Crew is finally here with a two-episode drop, but how does the latest Star Wars show shape up? Join Tom as he gives his first impressions on this new series.
The second trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has dropped, making Tom roll around in excitement. Join him as he tells you why this will be the movie of the year.
Good News! The highly anticipated musical sensation Wicked has finally arrived! After a 20-year wait, join Stephanie, our resident Wicked aficionado, as she fangirls over this fantastical untold story on the big screen. Breaking down everything from the soundtrack to the costumes to casting and more!
Michael Pierro’s new film, Self Driver, shows how the gig economy is a dangerous space to live in. How far would you go for an extra buck? Join us for our review.
Arcane Season 2 has some emotional moments in it, but nothing as much as the end of Act 2. The events at the end of episode 6 had Iain crumpled into a disgusting mess of a human being, drowning in a river of tears. Let us tell you why.
Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 has been confirmed baby! And they’ve also announced which studios will be working on this new season. Join Tom as he tells you why you should be excited for the next batch of Visions episodes.
Agatha All Along has come and gone, so how does it stack up compared to other MCU shows? Join Tom as he gives his overall thoughts on this witch-filled series.
After a quarter of a century, Gladiator finally has a sequel in the form of Gladiator II. But is it any good? Does it tarnish the legacy of the original? Join Tom as he answers these questions and more in his review.
What is it about a game that makes us continue to come back to it? Is it because it’s story driven or just mindless fun? Dive in to see what four of our contributors think.
Scooby Doo has been a major figure in popular culture since the 1960s, but does it get enough credit? This author’s whole life has been influenced by the habitually spooked Great Dane.
Do you remember a time before the interwebs? You're old! Do you only know a time with the interwebs? You're too young!! Do you know both? Then you are right where you need to be. Take this journey with the rest of us in-betweeners so you know how much harder we have it than you!
Agatha All Along has come and gone, so how does it stack up compared to other MCU shows? Join Tom as he gives his overall thoughts on this witch-filled series.
After a quarter of a century, Gladiator finally has a sequel in the form of Gladiator II. But is it any good? Does it tarnish the legacy of the original? Join Tom as he answers these questions and more in his review.
Heretic, the new psychological horror from A24 starring Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East is a movie that will make you question your own beliefs. Let us tell you why this film should be on your must-watch list of 2024.
Sonic X Shadow Generations is finally here, and it’s better than we could’ve ever imagined. Join Tom as he tells you why this is the true Game of the Year for 2024.
Dream Sequence gave me insomnia. Is there something in my dreams that’s out to get me? This nightmarish narrative from Blumhouse, Realm, and iHeart Radio is the perfect horror podcast to close out the spooky season
John and Kira Hennigan have created the perfect tribute to The Iron Sheik with their short film, The Sheik Massacre. Let me tell you why such a grotesque film is the most loving ode to an influential wrestler.
Early Birds, a German-language Swiss film directed by Michael Steiner, is a thriller following two young women, Anika and Caro, as they attempt to profit from a drug deal gone wrong. Let us tell you more in our review!
Sonic X Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings has been released, but is it more than glorified marketing material? Join Tom as he explains why this may be the best prequel mini-series ever made.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We've been playing Immortals of Aveum in the wake of Starfield and its good! Baron from Lv1 Gaming joins in and we all jump on the Hype Train for Starfield!
We are joined by game developer Derrick Fields of Waking Oni Games to talk about Japan's influence in gaming as well as one of its biggest publishers, Capcom.
The Disney+ series Ahsoka has finally dropped its two-episode premiere, and we couldn’t be more excited. But is it what we wanted? Does it live up to the standard of Andor? Does the precious blue boi show up? All of these questions and more will be answered in the latest episode of Watching Now: The Ahsoka Chronicles.
It was only a matter of time before the world of John Wick went to episodic TV. Let's take a look at The Continental trailer and get a peak of what we should expect from the prequel to the famous action series. Then let's get artsy and nostalgic for movies that don't involve a superhero or world disaster and watch The Holdovers trailer from the acclaimed director Alexander Payne.
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.
Loki season 2 trailer dropped and we're excited about what the arguably the best MCU series is bringing to the table. Then let's try not to soil ourselves watching the sequel to one of the greatest horror films ever made. Blumhouse presents The Exorcist Believer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Let's dive into the full trailer for the much anticipated Ahsoka series on Disney+. Then let's get a look at The Boys spinoff series Gen V with the latest teaser dropped at San Diego Comic-Con
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!
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.
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.
Fate is back, baby! Fate/Strange Fake - Whispers of Dawn is here, but is it any good? Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know why this TV special is something you need to check out right now!
MaXXXine, the final film in Ti West’s horror film series featuring Mia Goth, is a terrific ending to an almost perfect trilogy. Join us as we tell you why this should be on your watchlist.
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.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is at its halfway point, but has it been any good? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his midseason thoughts on the Godzilla spin-off series.
2025 is upon us and if 2024 is any indication of what's to come, it looks like it'll be a wild ride! Join Rohan as he soothes any anxiety with a list of his favourite rom-coms to ring in the new year.
Chapter 21, the Pirate, has it all! Pirates, pilots and politics! We see some familiar faces make some great cameos. The Mandalorians gear up to help a friend protect the independence of Nevarro and are united in purpose. Check out my top three highlights of this action packed episode!