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Late Night with the Devil: The Scary Art of Producing Content

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!
by Iain McParlandMarch 26, 2024

Imaginary: Imaginary Friends, Creepy Kids and Unfulfilled Potential

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!
by Iain McParlandMarch 23, 2024

Go Mecha Ball Review – Unleashing Your Inner Pinball Wizard

Whale Peak Games’ Go Mecha Ball is a roguelike game with tight mechanics and a satisfying gameplay loop. Read our review to find out if this title is for you!
by Tyler GrahamMarch 22, 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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Top 5 Best (and Worst) Video Game Movie Adaptations

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.
by Nick McKayMay 26, 2022

My Descent Into Horror, Part 1: The Evil Dead Trilogy

The Evil Dead movies are iconic for horror fans, and Matt Kalo shares how the films were his terrifying entry into a genre he eventually grew to love.
by Matt KaloMay 17, 2022

Zorro And The Forgotten Fandom

Legendary hero Zorro is now over a century old. Shana steps through some of Zorro's biggest historical milestones that are keeping Zorro's legend alive.
by Shana MartinMay 12, 2022

Nick Cage and His Massive Talent

Nicholas Cage’s reputation precedes himself. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent should be added to your must-see list. It’s everything you expect, yet so much more.
by Candace BissonetteApril 28, 2022

Where’s Spaceballs 2 Already?

It’s Spaceballs 35th Anniversary this year and Rohan has only one question - Where is Spaceballs 2 already? Let our lord and saviour Mel Brooks deliver us with this long awaited sequel.
by Rohan ElliottApril 21, 2022
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Avatar: The Way of Water, Was It Worth the Wait?

We’ve waited 13 years for this sequel to James Cameron's 2009 film Avatar and the question is: "Was Avatar: The Way of Water worth that wait?"
by Art of Lily KJanuary 10, 2023

Tales of the Jedi: A New Side of Star Wars History

Have you ever wondered what Dooku was like before he turned? How about Ahsoka's home planet? Tales of the Jedi answers all these questions and more. Join Thomas Richards as he gives an overview of this Star Wars series.
by Thomas RichardsJanuary 3, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 3: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale

For Volume 3 of Scary Good Films, Matt Kalo looks at Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, a film that may be the greatest Christmas movie you haven’t seen.
by Matt KaloJanuary 2, 2023

Ranking the Bond Movies After 60 Years

His name is Bond. James Bond. And for 60 Years, and over 25 Movies, he has graced our screens as the longest running movie franchise of all time. Celebrate 60 Years of Bond with The Brothers Take as we discuss our process of ranking the 25 movies.
by Kris McGuireDecember 23, 2022

Rise of the Beasts: A New Era of Transformers

A new era of Cybertron is upon us! Liza breaks down what you can expect from the new Transformers movie, and how it differs from Michael Bay's franchise.
by Lizabeth PhoenixDecember 19, 2022

Take a Chance With A Monopoly Movie

The Monopoly movie has not passed GO since 2009. Let's roll the dice with Luis Reza to see what this community thinks about a possible Monopoly movie being made.
by Luis RezaDecember 16, 2022

How is Wednesday This Damn Good?

Wednesday on Netflix has no business being this good. How Tim Burton hit it out of the park with this amazing cast and well-written series.
by Brandy BrownDecember 12, 2022

Friends and How I Met Your Mother are Basically The Same Show!

Both Friends and How I Met Your Mother are legen—wait for it—Dary! It's also crazy how similar they are! Nick reminds us just how much they're alike.
by Nick McKayDecember 9, 2022

Booze, Boobs, and Reviews: Don’t Worry Darling

Michelle's review series continues tackling the controversial film Don't Worry Darling. Will it take a few bottoms-up to get through the film, or will Michelle be wanting more movie and wine?!
by Michelle HolstineDecember 7, 2022

Andor Episode 12: A Catalyst for Rebellion

The season finale of Andor is here, and it’s a doozy. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his impressions on this final episode and the series.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 4, 2022
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A Tail of Two Kitties: Cat Box Paradox Game Review

Cat Box Paradox is a feline themed indie platformer. But is it a paws-itive experience or a total cat-astrophe?
by Patrick SutherlandFebruary 27, 2022

Well, Well, Well, The Uncharted Movie Has Arrived and It’s… Alright?

Is Uncharted actually a good game-to-movie experience, or does it suck like so many game movies before it? Lily K lays out the honest truth from an Uncharted fan perspective.
by Art of Lily KFebruary 22, 2022

Gears Of War: Ephyra Rising Book Review

With the Locust war over and the planet Sera now at peace, Humanity must now determine how to reconstruct what was lost from the little they have left. Michael A. Stackpole (Star Wars, World Of Warcraft) looks to deliver some insight into what that entails in the newest Gears Of War novel, Ephyra Rising. Here’s Jake Brown’s review on the book based on the popular Xbox video game series.
by Jake BrownFebruary 22, 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

Book of Boba Fett – Getting to Know the Man Behind the Mask Chapter 2

The Book of Boba Fett Chapter 2 continues the story of the myth, the man and the legend. Fett sets the priorities for his new life as his story is steadily revealed. Will he earn the respect his new position deserves or will this be a continuous uphill battle?
by Candace BissonetteFebruary 8, 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

‘Eternals’ Movie Review

Wondering if you should check out The Eternals? Lily breaks down the movie and what makes this group of MCU heroes a must see.
by Art of Lily KJanuary 17, 2022

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Game and Why It’s So Flarking Fun

This fresh but faithful take on Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun and wild ride. Pop in your 80’s mixed tape and get ready to save the world because you got this…Probably.
by Brandy BrownJanuary 6, 2022

Bugsnax: Cute Adventure for Kids or Soft Entry into Horror Games?

Bugsnax toes the line between the adorable and the abominable. Is it the perfect way to ease into horror games? Kim shares her mind-twisting experience with the game.
by Kim PayneJanuary 4, 2022

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

Mind Games: Video Games as Mental Health Therapy

Research suggests that video games have cognitive benefits for gamers and can serve as a form of therapy for certain mental health conditions. Replayer MSG offers his own personal testimony supporting this.
by Michael Saint GregoryDecember 15, 2020
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The Speedy Aliens Are BACK! | EP 8 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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

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Joy Ride & Mrs. Davis Trailer Reaction & Discussion | TRAILER TALK

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Resident Evil 4 Remake Hype ft. Baron Jones of LV1 Gaming | Screen Smash

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Did Pagan just Rage Quit?! | EP 7 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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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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Friendship Enders – Mario Kart

Hey there everyone and welcome to the inaugural Friendship Enders, a series where we’ll go back into the halls of video game history and dust-off games and memories from days past playing with our mates. Yes, I know it’s only been about half a year since we’ve been able to get together with our mates […]
by Rohan ElliottNovember 16, 2020

Revisiting Cyberpunk 2077: The Game That Defied Expectations – Is It CD Projekt Red’s Best Yet?

With the Phantom Liberty expansion releasing soon, now is the perfect time to revisit Cyberpunk 2077. Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know why you should give this game another look.
by Thomas RichardsSeptember 15, 2023
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Our Journey As Female Gamers Part III – Featuring Maria Kinnun & Jen Miller

Can certain aspects of gaming help give your confidence a boost? Is it possible to regain a deep passion for a hobby that has taken a hiatus in your life? Check out this discussion with Maria Kinnun and Jen Miller as we talk about their own personal gaming experience and what they hope to see from the gaming industry in the future.
by Candace BissonetteSeptember 22, 2021
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A Trophy-Obsessed Gamer’s Guide to Trek to Yomi

Trek to Yomi lets you be a badass samurai while tackling tricky challenges to get your PlayStation Platinum Trophy. Iain shares what you need to know for going platinum!
by Iain McParlandOctober 6, 2022

Nerfing the Male Ego: Interview with Alyssa Dykstra, Creator of Threads and Thistles Inventory

In the second installment of Erika Aundawyn's “Women in Gaming'' series, she interviews Alyssa Dykstra, creator of "Threads and Thistles Inventory.'' They discuss Alyssa's small business journey, online harassment, and the interview's title topic: Nerfing the Male Ego.
by Erika AundawynAugust 2, 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
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HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Review: An Epic Showdown Between Cats and Crows

After years of waiting, the next match of the Spring National Tournament is here with Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle. Join Thomas Richards as he reviews this latest theatrical instalment.
by Thomas RichardsJune 22, 2024
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Tales of the Jedi: A New Side of Star Wars History

Have you ever wondered what Dooku was like before he turned? How about Ahsoka's home planet? Tales of the Jedi answers all these questions and more. Join Thomas Richards as he gives an overview of this Star Wars series.
by Thomas RichardsJanuary 3, 2023

Looking for Player 2: Keeping Local Co-op Gaming Alive

Did you grow up on local multiplayer video games? Maria explores both the fall and future hopes for couch co-op games.
by Maria KinnunJuly 9, 2021

Confidence: The Hoosiers’ new album is exactly what people need in 2024 right now

English band The Hoosiers released their fifth studio album last year, and in the madness that is the present decade, this is the perfect tonic with its upbeat message. Join Rohan as he breaks down what makes this album such an enjoyable listen.
by Rohan ElliottJuly 6, 2024
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