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The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Movies Oozing With Spooky Fun

From a creeping Blob to a mysterious H-Man, and even a dessert that bites back, these flicks are perfect for a ghoulishly good time this Halloween season.
by Shana MartinAugust 23, 2024

Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus is Much More than a Hollow Knight Clone

Another awesome Metroidvania has been released in the year 2024: Bo: Parth of the Teal Lotus. This hand-drawn 2D action platformer from Squid Shock inspired by Japanese folklore and legends is absolutely worth your time, and here’s why.
by Iain McParlandAugust 20, 2024

The Acolyte Season 1 Review: A Lesson in Patience

The dust has settled, and emotions have calmed, so what is the verdict on Season 1 of The Acolyte? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the entire season after a rewatch.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 19, 2024

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The Rest of Us Podcast | Episode 9 – Fireflies | HBOs The Last of Us

We’ve endured, we’ve survived, and we’ve made it to the end. This season of The Last of Us has delivered so much and has been a crazy ride! We’ve reached the season finale and got some critical cameos along with a pretty faithfully adapted ending that may divide the new audience just as much as it divided the old one when we first finished the game. Join us as we break down the last episode of season 1 and give our take on the season as a whole and what the future looks like for the HBO series.
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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

I Just Rage Quit Outlander

Liza shares why she recently rage-quit Outlander, and shares her three story dealbreakers in the process.
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 28, 2023

Why You Should Start Watching the TV Show ‘FROM’

FROM just recently had its season 2 finale and I am here to tell you why it should be on your MUST WATCH list. I have some very good points here, so let’s dive deep and find out why FROM is what was missing from your life.
by Art of Lily KJuly 27, 2023

First Person Shooter: The Definitive FPS Documentary Review

If you love First Person Shooter games or are just passionate about video games then you have to watch this documentary.
by Dan MorrisJuly 26, 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

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

The Games That Define a Generation – PlayStation Two

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.
by Emmanuel AlejandroMay 27, 2022

House of the Dragon: The Main Who’s Who

Liza gives you the big who's who of HBO's upcoming Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon. Skip the confusion that is the Targaryen family tree and get right to the power players you need to know before watching.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMay 19, 2022

Chernobylite Review – An Enjoyable Horror Shooter RPG Mystery Game

Do you have a radioactive itch for the next S.T.A.L.K.E.R. or Fallout? Chernobylite may be the answer.
by Dan MorrisMay 16, 2022

Boobs, Booze, and Reviews: Death On the Nile

See exactly how many bottles of wine it takes to get through Death on the Nile in Michelle Holstine's review of this Clue-style crime spree. Between the romances and the murders, there's plenty of drama to go around!
by Michelle HolstineMay 13, 2022

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

Storytelling Across Both Games and Film

Forty years ago, video games were video games, and films were films. Video games were simple, and the film industry wasn't eager to produce a Pong sports drama or a Pac-man action-adventure.
by Stef WatsonNovember 16, 2020
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Is Chili a Soup? – Ep. #86 | TRP

On this TRP, we are joined by Charlotte aka Snapefantasy for a Replayer highlight episode and ask the important questions, such as do you like soup? Charlotte shares with us her favorite game series, you won't be surprised! She also shares with us her background in broadcasting. We also discuss the news of a possible Last of Us one remake.
by Dan MorrisApril 14, 2021

Can You Spot Every WB Character?

This week we are watching the SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY trailer! This movie is like a Where's Waldo with Warner Bros. characters! Let's break down the films editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 13, 2021

Is Michael B. Jordan The Nicest Guy Ever?!

This week we are watching the WITHOUT REMORSE trailer starring Michael B. Jordan and our very own Todd Lasance! Todd gives us the inside scoop on what it was like doing Navy Seal training with Michael B. Jordan and his crew while we all nerd out on the Ryanverse and all things Tom Clancy. If […]
by Drew LewisApril 9, 2021

This is My First Day on the Job – Ep. #85 | TRP

Pagan and Dan have a catch up and nerd out about Kena: Bridge of Spirits and John DiMaggio’s appearance on Retro Replay this week. All of which comes from a massive tangent about The Snyder Cut and Godzilla VS Kong.
by Dan MorrisApril 7, 2021

Is Gandalf And Zelda Had A Baby?!

This week... KENA BRIDGE OF SPIRITS! That's right we are talking about a video game trailer! The one with all those incredibly cute, little nugs! Let's breakdown the game's design to the game mechanics to story design and more!
by Drew LewisApril 2, 2021

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Build, Hunt, Rise – V Rising Review

Patrick Sutherland's look into the newest Steam game that'll drive you batty, V Rising. Gather your friends and prepare to spill some blood in this base-building, third-person, vampire survival game.
by Patrick SutherlandJuly 27, 2022

Behind the Bloodshed: Exploring the Compelling but Flawed Story of Mortal Kombat 1

Ben talks about the story mode of Mortal Kombat 1, the newest entry to the hit fighting game franchise. How does it measure up to the series' long history of narrative marvels?
by Ben HazellOctober 29, 2023

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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Hidden Gems Of YouTube In 2020

This year, a lot of YouTube channels flourished during the ongoing global crisis. Here are some of this writer’s personal favorites.
by Michael Saint GregoryDecember 31, 2020

A Disturbance in the Force – Reviewing the Star Wars Holiday Special Documentary

The recently released documentary, “A Disturbance in the Force,” dives into the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, talking to the people who made it and who watched it. Having watched a screener, here is a review of the documentary and why you should watch it.
by Tim BeisiegelDecember 21, 2023

WTF Just Happened In Outlander? S6, E1, “Echoes”

With trouble on the Ridge brewing, Liza dives into what happened in Outlander's Season 6 premiere episode, "Echoes." The tea may be in danger, but there's still plenty to sip!
by Lizabeth PhoenixMarch 11, 2022

Companion Review: A “Perfect” Relationship

The latest thriller flick, Companion, has hit the silver screen, but is it worth watching? Join Tom as he gives his review of Companion (spoiler-free).
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 4, 2025
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Hey, Stranger Things Fans, Don’t Be An Ass to the Cast at Cons

Fan conventions should be a respectful, enjoyable experience for everyone. Lily K reflects on how all that went wrong at a recent con.
by Art of Lily KAugust 8, 2022

Bridgerton Season 3 | Goodbye Citrus Colors and Hello Carriage Scandals

After a long two-year hiatus, the wait for Season 3 of Netflix's Bridgerton is finally over. From budding romances to But did this whirlwind season live up to my expectations or fall flat? Let's unravel the juiciest bits of the season, from the good to the bad and even the controversial narrative changes.
by Stephanie JudgeJuly 19, 2024

Murderbot. Your First Look at the Next Big Thing

Murderbot is the new show from Apple TV+ that is based on the series of novels written by Martha Wells. Well written, well cast, and superbly done, this show should be the runaway hit of the spring and summer for Apple TV+. Now, let's talk about why you should be watching it.
by Tim BeisiegelMay 15, 2025
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