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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

Is Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Enhanced Edition Worth Your Credits?

Step into the Star Wars universe like never before with the Bounty Hunter Enhanced Edition, featuring stunning visuals and modern controls across all major platforms. Curious if this revamped classic lives up to the hype? Uncover whether it’s worth your credits and a must-play for every Star Wars fan.
by Jordan JurkowskiAugust 7, 2024

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The Little Mermaid & No Hard Feelings Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

The trailer nerds you love and possibly hate at times are back for a third season of Trailer Talk. This week let’s watch the latest The Little Mermaid trailer where we get our best looks so far of Sebastian the crab, Ursula, and King Trident. Then let’s lighten the mood with the red band trailer […]
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 – Time to Say Goodbye

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 is here and it’s ready to break our hearts and lift us up at the same time. Did James Gunn pull off a perfect trilogy? Does this movie live up to the high expectations? Let’s see.
by Art of Lily KMay 15, 2023

Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3: Full Circle

Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 is finally here, but is it any good? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his spoiler-free thoughts on the final chapter in this trilogy.
by Thomas RichardsMay 14, 2023

Why Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is a Must-See for Any Fan

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts dropped a new trailer at CinemaCon 2023. Here's why it's a must-see for any fan of the franchise.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMay 9, 2023

Suzume: A Girl, a Cat, and a Chair?

The latest film from Makoto Shinkai is here, but is it as good as Your Name? Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know if Suzume is just as good or better than the rest.
by Thomas RichardsMay 3, 2023

10 Things You Need to Know Before Watching Fast X

The tenth installment of the Fast and the Furious franchise will be released on May 19th, but there may be a few things you’ve forgotten from the saga’s lore. Here are 10 things that could be helpful to remember before watching Fast X.
by Iain McParlandMay 1, 2023

Couch Soup Favourites: Spring Anime 2023

The spring anime season is behind us, and it was filled with quality anime content. Join Thomas and Stef as they let you know which spring anime you need to check out right now!
by Thomas RichardsJuly 24, 2023

Secret Invasion Episode 5 – On Her majesty’s Secret Skrullvice

Back with a recap of Secret Invasion’s penultimate episode, Harvest, Iain takes you through the setup to what will surely be a thrilling finale! Even if there are some cracks in the excellent series starting to appear…
by Iain McParlandJuly 23, 2023

Everything You Need To Know for That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3

With the third season of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime on the horizon, it’s time to get up to speed. Join Thomas Richards as he gives you all the info to be fully prepared for season 3 of this entertaining series.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 22, 2023

Konosuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World! – EXPLOSION!

Konosuba has returned with a brand-new spin-off! Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know why Konosuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World is a must-watch.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 21, 2023

Ahsoka Series Prep Notes: Ezra, Kanan, and the Purrgil

In this installment of Couch Soup's Ahsoka series prep notes, Stef briefly introduces Ezra Bridger, his master Kanan Jarrus, and the "space whales" known as the purrgil.
by Stef WatsonJuly 18, 2023

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S7, E4, “A Most Uncomfortable Woman”

Liza recaps Outlander's very time-skippy Season 7, Episode 4, gripes about a very convenient rescue, and waves goodbye to the series.
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 14, 2023

Top Five Reasons Ahsoka Tano is One of the Greatest Star Wars Characters

To help get you prepared for the upcoming live-action Ahsoka series, Brandy discusses WHY Ahsoka has one of the best story arcs and has put together some essential episodes of The Clone Wars and Rebels.
by Brandy BrownJuly 13, 2023

Fate/Strange Fake – Whispers of Dawn: I’m Confused, But I Love It

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!
by Thomas RichardsJuly 12, 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

Top Gun Maverick: Was it Worth the Wait?

After many delays, Top Gun: Maverick is finally out in theaters. Was it worth the wait? Brandy gives her rundown of what she thinks.
by Brandy BrownJune 27, 2022

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

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

When Men Scream Like Girls (Scary Game Edition)

Have you ever heard a man scream like a girl while playing video games? Well buckle up and get ready for some glass shattering howls of terror.
by Brandy BrownNovember 25, 2020

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
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Guess Who’s Not Playing This Game! | TRAILER TALK

This week we are watching the RESIDENT EVIL VILLAGE trailer! This game looks pretty awesome but also scary! Let's break down the game's design to gameplay mechanics to color design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMay 5, 2021

D.I.C.E. Awards and Diversity in Games Media – Ep. #88 | TRP

This week we are joined by Erika to discuss the D.I.C.E. Awards, the winners and this year's guest host Kahlief Adams. We all get passionate about the progression of diversity and how important Kahlief’s presence is.
by Dan MorrisApril 28, 2021

Was That The Real Mandarin?! | TRAILER TALK

This week we are watching SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS trailer! This movie looks pretty awesome! Let's break down the film's Stunt choreography to editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 27, 2021

Toxic Gamers and Selling Cheat Codes – Ep. #87 | TRP

This week we are joined by Maria to discuss Esports, including the recent additions of Kyedae to 100 Thieves and Valkyrae becoming a co owner and what that means for women in the industry. Speaking of Esports we discuss the appearance of Zallard1 on Retro Replay and his incredible skills in Punch Out.
by Dan MorrisApril 21, 2021

It’s a Reboot-ish? It’s a Boot-ish? Part 1 Again!

This week we are watching THE SUICIDE SQUAD trailer! This movie looks pretty awesome! Let's break down the films editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 20, 2021

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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

Rating Ryan Reynolds Movies on a Scale of Ryan Reynolds

With all of the hype around the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Luis decided to sit down and binge some of Ryan Reynolds action movies. Here is how he rated these movies on a scale of Ryan Reynolds.
by Luis RezaJuly 22, 2024

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

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DELTARUNE: The Poster Child For Patience in Video Game Releases

Toby Fox’s DELTARUNE game is a gradually-released but utterly fulfilling gaming experience. Ben Hazell explains what makes every new chapter worth the wait.
by Ben HazellNovember 12, 2022

Gears For Years: A Life-Altering Story

Fascinated by a series where humanity faces extinction and that the only hope is that there is a tomorrow, Gears of War enthusiast Jake Brown tells a tale of how a game unexpectedly brought him friendship, love, and a bright future.
by Jake BrownFebruary 22, 2021

Gollum Review: Did It Deserve the Hate Or Is It Worth Playing?

With so many great video games we were treated to last year, we take a look back at The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum, one of the most criticized games of last year, and see if it deserved the hate or if it actually deserves a fair chance.
by Jake BrownMarch 6, 2024

The Damned is the Perfect Atmospheric Horror Story for Winter Days

The Damned is an atmospheric horror story set in the bleak barren wastes of 19th century Scandinavia. Is it worth watching? Well Iain has you covered with this review!
by Iain McParlandJanuary 10, 2025

Booze, Boobs, & Reviews: First Look at Death and Other Details

Booze, Boobs, & Reviews has returned with a new series on Hulu called Death & Other Details. Join Michelle as she discusses the exciting yet reveling new whodunnit series and why it stands out compared to others!
by Michelle HolstineFebruary 9, 2024

House of the Dragon Episode 4 – Recap of the Chaotic Ladder

Michelle is back with the recap and breakdown of what happens in Episode 4 of House of the Dragon! Chaos is indeed a ladder, and it is filled with cringe!
by Michelle HolstineSeptember 14, 2022

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth: In-Depth Review

Ben has always loved the Yakuza/Like a Dragon series, and the newest installment might just be the best yet! Let's go in-depth on Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth!
by Ben HazellMarch 15, 2024
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