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The Acolyte Episode 7: A Different Point of View

The penultimate episode of The Acolyte is upon us, and it’s another flashback. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this trip through history from a certain point of view.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 13, 2024

Tower of God Season 2: New Faces, New Mysteries, Same Epic Adventure!

Season 2 of Tower of God is coming to Crunchyroll, but is it worth the four-year wait? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on the first two episodes of this new season.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 11, 2024

Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor Who Has Problems

The latest season of Doctor Who has been interesting, to say the least. But it’s not been good. Ncuti Gatwa’s incarnation has had problems that need to be addressed for season two.
by Iain McParlandJuly 10, 2024

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The Rest of Us Podcast | The Nolan North Interview | Watching Now: HBO The Last of Us

You know him, you love him, it’s Uncle Noly! Join the Rest of Us crew as we sit down with voice acting icon Nolan North to pick his brain about the Last of Us HBO series, his character, David, from the video game, and share a boatful of laughs along the way. This guy is pretty cool!
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Has the Mario Movie Broken the Video Game Curse, or is it Just Better Than Sonic?

With Nintendo returning to the silver screen after a 20 year hiatus, join the trio of Rohan, Dan & Thomas as they discuss if this return heralds the end of the video game curse… or if it's just better than the competition.
by Rohan ElliottApril 20, 2023

Dungeons and Dragons: A Movie For All or Just the Fans?

Does Dungeons & Dragons Honor Among Thieves rise above the bad press its namesake carries to deliver a romp that we've been missing at the movies? Lily K doesn't shy away from her anticipation of this film in this review.
by Art of Lily KApril 2, 2023

The Video Game Adaptation Curse. Real or Fake?

Video game adaptations are cursed! Well, maybe not, but it feels like most of the time, they suck. Let’s dive right into the “why” and get to the bottom of this.
by Nick McKayApril 1, 2023

Scream 6: A Bloody Good Watch

Is Scream 6 another franchise cash-grab or is it the next installment in an evergreen franchise? One thing is for sure: it’s a bloody good time.
by Iain McParlandMarch 27, 2023

John Wick Chapter 4 – The Right Way to Do It

John Wick is back and it is bigger, better, and longer than it ever was. In this spoiler review let’s dive into this big elaborate world of assassins with Keanu Reeves (once again) kicking some major butts.
by Art of Lily KMarch 26, 2023

Ahsoka Series Prep Notes: Thrawn, Pallaeon, and the Chimaera

In this installment of Couch Soup's Ahsoka series prep notes, Stef briefly introduces Grand Admiral Thrawn, his flagship the Chimera, and the ship's former commander and Thrawn protege Pellaeon.
by Stef WatsonJuly 11, 2023

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny: A Decent Send-Off

Indy is back one last time. Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and lets you know if it’s worth the watch.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 9, 2023

Secret Invasion Episode 3 – The Hunt for Skrull October

Who can be trusted? There are traitors everywhere! Check out Iain’s recap of Secret Invasion Episode 2 - Betrayed. I mean, why not? You’re not going to betray US, are you?!
by Iain McParlandJuly 8, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 7: Angst

After a brief hiatus, Matt Kalo returns with possibly his scariest analysis yet.
by Matt KaloJuly 7, 2023

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S7, E3, “Death Be Not Proud”

Liza catches you up on Outlander Season 7 Episode 3, ties it all together in a nice bow, and speculates on whether or not the Frasers will actually make it back to Scotland.
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 6, 2023

Ahsoka Series Prep Notes: Hera, Chopper, and the Ghost

In this installment of Couch Soup's Star Wars: Ahsoka series prep notes, Stef briefly introduces Hera Syndulla, Hera's droid Chopper, and Hera's ship, the Ghost.
by Stef WatsonJuly 5, 2023

Get To Know The World Of Slime: The Factions

The world of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime has quite a few factions. Join Thomas Richards as he gives you an overview of some of the major factions you’ll meet in the series.
by Thomas RichardsJune 30, 2023

Get To Know The World Of Slime: The Monsters

Are you wondering how many different monsters are in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime? Well, wonder no more, as Thomas Richards gives you an overview of some of the monsters you’ll encounter in the series.
by Thomas RichardsJune 25, 2023

“Until All Are One” – Transformers Never Looked So Good

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is rolling into theaters with some serious firepower, and Liza's sharing exactly why you NEED to go see this heartfelt summer blockbuster.
by Lizabeth PhoenixJune 24, 2023

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S7, E1, “A Life Well Lost”

Liza catches you up on Outlander Season 7 episode 1, "A Life Well Lost," and talks about her worries for episode 2.
by Lizabeth PhoenixJune 23, 2023

Angels of the Zariman: Warframe’s next era is for new players too

MMOs can be fickle beasts to jump into for new players. Warframe’s Angels of the Zariman update looks to make the onboarding process just a little bit easier as the game’s Origin System enters a new era.
by Tyler GrahamJune 16, 2022

The Return of Kenobi Review – Part III

Things are heating up in Part III of the Kenobi series! Obi-Wan and Leia continue their venture to return Leia to Alderaan while trying to elude the Empire with the help of some unlikely allies. Tensions ignite on Mapuzo when an imposing enemy comes calling for revenge.
by Candace BissonetteJune 14, 2022

King Of Toilet Games: From An Expert Sitter

Shana shares her thoughts about toilet games, and recommends two of her favorites.
by Shana MartinJune 11, 2022

My Descent Into Horror, Part 2: The Alien Franchise

The Alien franchise set a precedent for both science fiction horror and for having a heroic female protagonist at the center. Matt Kalo reflects on how Alien reawakened his love for horror and took it to the next level.
by Matt KaloJune 10, 2022

Kirby and the Forgotten Land Constructs a World of Liminal Space

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!
by Tyler GrahamJune 6, 2022

WAS MEGACON ORLANDO MEGA? OR A CON?

Megacon Orlando is back! Was it good? Bad? Meh? Jake Brown shares his thoughts on what went well and how next year's convention can be improved.
by Jake BrownJune 5, 2022

The Return of Kenobi Review – Part II

Kenobi’s story continues in Part II. What new corners of the galaxy will we discover? Will Obi-Wan be able to rescue the Princess? Will they be able to escape the Inquisitors?
by Candace BissonetteJune 3, 2022

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

Get Ready to Survive the Korean Horror All Of Us Are Dead

Hyosan High School becomes ground zero for the zombie outbreak. Lily K shares her review of her exciting journey through the new Netflix original Korean series All Of Us Are Dead.
by Art of Lily KJune 1, 2022

Moon Knight’s Many Phases – Did It Live Up to the Hype?

Moon Knight is a complex, character-driven story in which the audience goes on a twisting, turning ride as we spiral deep down into the fractured psyche of a masked hero. Did it live up to the expectation or did it leave us in the dark with more questions?
by Candace BissonetteMay 31, 2022

A Modern Games Review From a Time-Traveling Gamer Dude

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.
by Luis RezaJanuary 21, 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

Hidden Gems – Driver: San Francisco

Time to check out whether the 2011 daytime TV cop show turned into a video game - Driver San Francisco- is worth checking out.
by Rohan ElliottJanuary 12, 2021

Monthly Update: January 2021 Game Releases

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.
by Dan MorrisJanuary 3, 2021
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Oppenheimer & MEG2: The Trench Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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Dune Part 2 & The Hunger Games Prequel Trailer Reaction & Discussion | TRAILER TALK

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Where Are All the Co-op Games? – Ep. #91 | TRP

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.
by Dan MorrisMay 19, 2021

There’s Singing in This?! | IN THE HEIGHTS vs. WEST SIDE STORY | TRAILER TALK

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!
by Drew LewisMay 18, 2021

“Hardcore” Games and Getting Got – Ep. #90 | TRP

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.
by Dan MorrisMay 12, 2021

Somebody’s Super Into Furries! | TRAILER TALK

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!
by Drew LewisMay 11, 2021

Replayers of the COG – Ep. #89 | TRP

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.
by Dan MorrisMay 5, 2021

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Argylle (2024) – As Comforting as an Argyle Sweater

Excited about the new James Vaughn film, Argylle? Rohan was and ventured back into the wilderness of cinemas and returned with a review of this colourful, fun-filled romp.
by Rohan ElliottFebruary 10, 2024

The Game of Thrones Ending Was Logical: It Gets Too Much Hate!

It’s time to debunk the myth. The Game of Thrones 8th and final season was good. The story was interesting, it was action-packed, and character arcs were well thought out, making logical sense. Let us tell you why the conclusion to George R. R. Martin’s hit series gets too much hate.
by Iain McParlandMay 28, 2024

Here’s Why Gaming Isn’t a Waste of Time

Liza examines why gaming can actually be really good for your overall mental health. Not just a waste of time, huh?
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 11, 2022

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The Games That Define a Generation: PlayStation 4

The PlayStation 4 defines how consoles can become budget-friendly options for players who want a bang for their buck. The games themselves do serve this console justice. Here are some titles that define this console generation.
by Emmanuel AlejandroJune 1, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About Elden Ring’s Different Classes

Elden Ring is right around the corner, which means it’s time to get serious about prep time. In this article, Liza breaks down the different stats and starting gear for each class.
by Lizabeth PhoenixFebruary 23, 2022

What’s the Deal With Mortal Kombat’s Reboot Addiction

Mortal Kombat 1 is fast approaching. Ben goes over the confusing tradition of reboots within the franchise and why he thinks it needs to slow down a bit.
by Ben HazellJuly 29, 2023

Self Driver Shows How Dangerous The Gig Economy Really Is

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.
by Iain McParlandDecember 4, 2024

Talking with Desmond Chiam about Playing Games and Smashing Flags

Lily K sat down with actor Desmond Chiam (Reef Break, The Shannara Chronicles, Marvel’s The Falcon and The Winter Soldier) to talk about games, movies, and more.
by Art of Lily KMay 3, 2021

The Return of Kenobi Review – Part IV

The Princess needs to be rescued! Will Obi-Wan be able to save her in time? Will he be strong enough to pull off this mission? What dark secrets does the Fortress Inquisitorius hold? Check out how Obi-Wan gets his groove back in Chapter IV.
by Candace BissonetteJuly 19, 2022

Jedi Survivor: The Sequel We Deserved?

Sometimes, fans - dedicated or casual- are rightfully wary of sequels from an already top rated game. Does Jedi Survivor stack up to the original?
by Erika AundawynJune 27, 2023
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