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Let’s Talk About The POOHNIVERSE

Let’s take a look at the newest cinematic universe on the block, the Twisted Childhood Universe from Jagged Edge Productions. This nightmare fuel will culminate in the Avengers-level Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble, and we deep dive into what the heck that means and why you’ll never look back at your childhood fondly again.
by Iain McParlandApril 29, 2024

Unicorn Overlord: Trends Weigh Down an Otherwise Fantastic Strategy Game

Unicorn Overlord is a real time strategy game with some amazing mechanics, but maybe it should have held itself back from chasing trends, Ben goes into more details.
by Ben HazellApril 28, 2024

SPY x FAMILY CODE: White Review – A Fun Detour or an Unwanted Trip?

The SPY x FAMILY film is finally here, but is it a worthy addition to the series? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews SPY x FAMILY CODE: White!
by Thomas RichardsApril 27, 2024
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Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 8 breakdown

Brutality, emotion, action, cannibalism, Troy Baker being stabbed in the neck, this week’s episode of The Last of Us really had it all. We finally got to meet Ellie’s big bad evil guy, David, and boy did it deliver. Of course, it didn’t please everyone and it may be the most divided the room of The Rest of Us podcast has ever been but we loved it regardless. Like a meat cleaver to the head, let’s tear open this episode and dive right in… Was that too graphic?
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The Scarlet Witch Has The Greatest Character Arc In The MCU

“Every night the same dream and every morning the same nightmare.” Wanda Maximoff has had a rough ride in the MCU, but her tragic story is one of, if not the best, that Marvel has brought to the big screen. Join us as we dive into the story of the Scarlet Witch! And let us know what your favorite character arc is.
by Nick McKayAugust 1, 2022

My Descent Into Horror, Part 3: Terror from Italy

The horror films of Italy have made a global impact. Matt Kalo reflects on how they took his love of horror to new heights.
by Matt KaloJuly 23, 2022

Interceptor—Matthew Reilly’s Jump From Page to Screen

Matthew Reilly is an author known for pulse-pounding, pulpy action thriller novels that are so much fun to read. Rohan looks at his debut foray into the world of film to see if that signature Matthew Reilly magic survives the jump from page to screen.
by Rohan ElliottJune 28, 2022

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

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
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1899: What the %@*! is Going On?!

What the hell is going on in 1899? The new Sci-fi Mystery Thriller from the creators of Dark is confusing everyone, and here’s why Iain loves and is baffled by the show in equal measure.
by Iain McParlandJanuary 18, 2023

The Bad Batch Season 2 Ep 1-2: It’s Heisting Time

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2 is here with an explosive two-episode premiere. Thomas Richards reviews this heist-filled start to the season.
by Thomas RichardsJanuary 12, 2023

Gear Up Soldier! Gears of War Is Chainsawing Its Way Onto Netflix

INCOMING! With Gears Of War's Netflix deal recently announced, devoted fan Jake Brown shares his thoughts and controversial casting choices for the upcoming film and animated series.
by Jake BrownJanuary 11, 2023

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
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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

LET’S ROCK! Aliens Fireteam Elite Review

Guns, Aliens, Online buddies. What could go wrong when playing a Left4Dead style game based on the Aliens Universe?
by Josh NeffDecember 27, 2021

Shang-Chi is a Tribute to Chinese Culture and Filmmaking

Lily K shares why Shang-Chi has captured her heart and how this Marvel movie can help the audience deepen their connections to Chinese film and culture.
by Art of Lily KDecember 22, 2021

Witcher Animated Film is a Must-Watch Before Season 2

The Netflix animated feature The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf tells a backstory of some characters we'll meet in The Witcher Season 2 on Dec 17. Is it worth a watch? Check out this review from Stef Watson to learn more.
by Stef WatsonDecember 13, 2021

Is the Success of the Sonic Movie to Blame for the Cast of the New Mario Movie?

The new Mario movie has had its cast announced and it’s got some big name stars attached. However, there’s still the underlying question of why they’re making the movie in the first place. Let’s figure that out together shall we?
by Rohan ElliottOctober 12, 2021

Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review

Be My Spirit Guide - Kena is a fun, albeit flawed, action-adventure game which is worth checking out. Read the full review here and see for yourself.
by Dan MorrisOctober 11, 2021

Gears Keep Turning: Celebrating 10 Years of Gears Of War 3

Dust off those Retro Lancers, because Jake Brown: @JakeSteel44 is here to take you back to the year 2011 as we celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Gears Of War 3.
by Jake BrownSeptember 28, 2021

Crashing in on Clash of Chefs VR – A Review

Watch Luis as he plays and reviews Clash of Chefs VR, a virtual reality cooking game. See if he can prepare the tastiest meals the fastest he can and attempt to keep his cool in the kitchen!
by Luis RezaSeptember 16, 2021

The Art of Horror Vol 1. – What Makes a Monster Movie Great?

From Alien through A Quiet Place let’s take a look at Monster Horrors. In this series we will dive into the art of scary movies and why is it so hard to find really great ones? In Volume 1 let's take a look at these favorite sub-genre: Monster Horrors.
by Art of Lily KSeptember 10, 2021
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Where is it?! The Game Glitched! | EP 4 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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The Rest of Us Podcast | Reunion – Episode 6 breakdown | Watching Now: HBO The Last of Us

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I Love and Hate This Game, And It’s Making Me Crazy! | Wanted: Dead Game Review

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The Rest of Us Podcast – Special Interview with Jeffrey Pierce

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Saucy Tangents with Paul Both – Ep. #84 | TRP

We got to sit down and have an amazing chat with Retro Replay sound engineer and Mixer, Paul Both. Paul has been a musician and sound engineer for over 20 years and has been working on Retro Replay for the past 2 years.
by Dan MorrisMarch 31, 2021

Replayer Interview: Stephanie Watson – Ep. #83 | TRP

Time for something new, we have an interview-style discussion with Stephanie Watson. Stef, aka Jicori, is a Replayer, podcaster, voiceover artist, and editor and co-curator for the Retro Replay website.
by Dan MorrisMarch 24, 2021

Is This a Batman Movie?!

This week... CRUELLA! The one where we learn how Harley Quinn comes to Arkham Asylum... Wait... That's not right! I mean Cruella Devil! Let's breakdown the films editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMarch 23, 2021

Who Let the Noobs In? – Ep. #82 | TRP

This week on The Replayer Podcast we are joined by the Destinoobs: Tina, Scott, and James! We talk about Destiny 2 and lots and lots of Mortal Kombat.
by Dan MorrisMarch 17, 2021

Where’s The Goddamn Kitty Cat Bracelt?!

This week... NOBODY! The one where a middle-aged John Wick-type character retrieves a Goddamn Kitty Cat bracelet! Let's breakdown the films editing to color design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMarch 16, 2021

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The Best Indie Games Coming to PAX Aus 2023

The PAX Aus 2023 Indie Showcase winners have been announced, and they’re amazing. Join Thomas and Rohan as they go over their favourite games from this incredible selection.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 17, 2023

Beyond Absurd: Unveiling the Hilarious Chaos of Chicken Nugget

We watched Chicken Nugget, the weird new Netflix Korean comedy series based on the webtoon of the same name. Step into the world where a girl can be transformed into a chicken nugget, and we’ll tell you why it’s actually worth your time!
by Iain McParlandApril 24, 2024
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Our Journey As Female Gamers Part IV – Featuring Lisa Geelen & Michelle Holstine

Candace speaks with Lisa & Michelle who had two different experiences when it came to getting into gaming. This has led to two different, yet refreshing, outlooks on the experience of gaming as a woman. Join us for the discussion!
by Candace BissonetteDecember 10, 2021
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GTFO: A Breakdown and How to Prevent Yourself From Throwing the Keyboard

Ready for a horror shooter game that forces you to cooperate in order to survive an underground complex filled with monsters? Andrew Lucy shares some gameplay basics and impressions about GTFO from 10 Chambers.
by Andrew LucyMarch 10, 2022

PlayStation’s State Of Play Absolutely Cooked!

The PlayStation State of Play showcase was amazing this February. Ben goes through all the new games, and what they're all about in today's article!
by Ben HazellFebruary 17, 2025

Wanted: Dead Review – I Love and Hate This Game, And It’s Making Me Crazy!

Wanted: Dead is a new hybrid shooter slasher action game from 110 Industries. Read our review to see if you should play it. Spoiler alert, only if you really really like action games… or cats.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 18, 2023
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Wicked Is Bringing Cinema Back! Trailer 2 Reaction and Review

The latest trailers for the highly anticipated, musical sensation Wicked have finally arrived, and it’s safe to say they are pretty popular. Join Stephanie as she fangirls, breaking down the latest and the greatest.
by Stephanie JudgeSeptember 10, 2024
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Six Cool Things We Saw at CES 2025

We went to CES 2025 in Las Vegas and got to catch up on some major innovations from LG, Sony, Hisense, AFEELA, and more! Tap in to see our favorite tech finds from the 2025 CES Showcase.
by Andrea CarterJanuary 9, 2025

Talking Zombies, Hobbits, and Mocap with Nicole Tompkins

Emmanuel had the great pleasure of speaking with Nicole Tompkins to talk about her career in performance capture, gaming, and maybe a game or two was played during the course of the interview!
by Emmanuel AlejandroJuly 19, 2021

Could Hellblade 2 be Xbox’s God of War?

Could the forthcoming Xbox exclusive Hellblade 2 potentially be one of the greatest single-player adventure games for the platform on tier with PlayStation’s God of War?
by Dan MorrisMay 17, 2021
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