Why Aurra Sing Needs to Return to Star Wars

Aurra Sing has been missing for far too long in the Star Wars universe. It’s time for her to make her triumphant return! Join us as we discuss why now is the right time to bring back the beloved character, and besmirch the reputation of Tobias Beckett!
by Iain McParlandApril 8, 2024

TRANSFORMERS ONE: WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THE ORIGIN STORY OF THE CENTURY?

Transformers One releases September 2024, and no one is talking about it! An outraged Liza tells you EXACTLY why you should be hyped out of your mind for this addition to an already incredible franchise. It's time to pick a team. Optimus Prime or Megatron? Come September, Cybertron hangs in the balance, and she won't be caught slacking.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 5, 2024

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Left Me Feeling Cold

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the latest entry in the Ghostbusters franchise, has arrived. But is it a heartwarming adventure that capitalizes on Ghostbusters: Afterlife, or does it fall into the trap of so many other IPs, relying on cheap references and nostalgia?
by Iain McParlandApril 4, 2024

Unfortunate Astronauts, Not So Noble Knights and Plenty of Dark Humor – Our Exclusive Interview With the Super Talented People at MAKE Originals

If you like Love, Death & Robots then we have something that will scratch that itch. MAKE Originals is a terrific animation studio with some dark but hilarious animated micro-shorts that are sure to make you giggle just as much and they shock you. We got to sit down with the team from MAKE and learn more about this talented group of animators and what to expect from them in the future.
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The new Paldean Pokedex is filled with Pokémon from the Spanish-inspired region. Ben Hazell goes through his favorites and why he's come to love them.
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Cheap Platinum Trophies and Why I Judge Any Owners of Them

Would you do anything for a PlayStation trophy? Even poke a mayonnaise jar a kajillion times? Iain will judge you, and here's why in an article rebutting a recent Greg Miller tweet.
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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

Why I Will Never Play Elden Ring

Seven-time #TheGameAwards nominee Elden Ring has taken the gaming industry by storm, but these are the reasons Iain and others may never play it.
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God of War Ragnarök is here and many of us already played through it. Here are 5 burning questions about what comes next.
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The Games that Define a Generation – PlayStation 3

Emmanuel continues his series looking at PlayStation's console-defining games with the PlayStation 3: The Last of Us, Demon's Souls, and more!
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In Erika’s latest Women in Gaming article, we are introduced to ThatNerdViolet, a Twitch streamer who has created a beautifully safe and extremely fun place for her community!
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Kick Bastards is Shaping Up to Be a Kickass Game

There are never enough freerunning games to scratch Tyler’s parkour itch, but he’s found a promising entry into the space that looks to be building on the games that came before it.
by Tyler GrahamDecember 8, 2022

Review: Sonic Frontiers, brought to you by the History Channel.

Sonic Frontiers was a light of hope for Sonic fans. Did it live up to expectations? Ben Hazell looks at whether the game was too slow or way past cool.
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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 Beekeeper Review: Protecting the Hive with Puns and Guns

The latest January action blockbuster is here, but is it any good or just mindless trash? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Jason Statham’s latest outing, The Beekeeper.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 7, 2024

I Don’t Give a %&$! If You Don’t Like ‘Rebel Moon.’ It’s Awesome, and Here’s Why.

f you're part of the cosmic choir whining about 'Rebel Moon,' I've got a newsflash that'll send shockwaves through your galaxy: your opinion is a black hole of relevance. Zack Snyder's 'Rebel Moon' isn't just a spectacle for your eyeballs; it's a feast for the soul, and it's high time we acknowledge the banquet laid before us.
by Avery SheridanFebruary 4, 2024

Baghead: Horror Tropes Galore and Being Scary When It’s Not Trying

Would you like to talk to loved ones you’ve lost? How about if the cost was having to talk to a creepy woman in a basement wearing a burlap sack over her head? Thought not. Join us as we review the new horror movie Baghead
by Iain McParlandFebruary 2, 2024

Mandalorian Mania: Grogu Takes Center Stage in Epic Big Screen Debut

2024 has begun with a sizzling start with the announcement of The Mandalorian and Grogu film and Ahsoka season 2. Here are what these projects mean for Star Wars fans.
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Madame Web Review: Who Let This Happen?

Sony is at it again with another Spider-Man film with no Spider-Man; is this one any better? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the latest superhero film from Sony, Madame Web.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 24, 2024

The First Trailer for the Borderlands Movie Has Me Cautiously Optimistic

The first trailer for the Borderlands film has been released, and it looks promising. Join Thomas Richards as he explains why he’s cautiously optimistic about this new adaptation.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 23, 2024

Revisiting Halo 4: It’s a Good Game, I Swear

With Halo on everyone’s mind, why not look back at one of the less-liked entries? Join Thomas Richards as he revisits one of his personal favourite Halo games, Halo 4.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 23, 2024

Did Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Live up to the Hype?

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters has ended, but was it any good? Thomas Richards gives his thoughts on the series along with the rest of the Monarch Files crew.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 22, 2024

Balerion IS Coming: Aegon’s Conquest is FINALLY in Development at HBO

Balerion is coming! Get ready for a dragon-filled adventure as HBO moves forward with the development of Aegon's Conquest, a prequel to House of the Dragon. With Mattson Tomlin, co-writer of The Batman Part II leading the project, here's what fans should expect for this journey through the Targaryen conquest of Westeros.
by Lizabeth PhoenixFebruary 18, 2024

Goodbye to The Blacklist: An Insulting Farewell to Raymond Reddington

The Blacklist has ended, but did the writers give Raymond Reddington, one of the best characters of the last decade, the sendoff he deserved? No, they did not. Let us tell you why.
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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Visions of Coleus – Tiding Us Over Until Season 3

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3 is nearly here, but we got even more Slime content before then. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on the OVA series Visions of Coleus.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 11, 2024

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

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

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by Michelle HolstineFebruary 9, 2024

What You Need to Know Before Halo Season 2

Halo Season 2 is almost here, but what if you have no clue what’s happening? Never fear because Thomas Richards has compiled the essential information before the new season.
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My Descent Into Horror, Part 4: Creepypastas and Beyond

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Hypnospace Outlaw and Broken Reality offer a rare insight into the early internet… for a young’un like Tyler, it doesn’t exactly matter how accurate that insight happens to be.
by Tyler GrahamAugust 21, 2022

Clichés are the worst… and the best!

The killer that just won’t die, the secretly beautiful girl behind glasses, the villain always seems to be British. Clichés are everywhere these days. Let’s dive into some great, and some not so great clichés, while we ignore that explosion right behind us!
by Nick McKayAugust 18, 2022

5 Tips to Geek Parenting

Think you need to give up nerd culture just because you’ve had kids? Think again! Here’s 5 things that helped me raise a pair of nerds.
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My Pop Culture Teachers Part 3 (Artsy Fartsy)

We can learn a lot from fictional characters. If you could choose your teachers from pop culture, which ones would you choose? These are the ones I chose. Today, we touch upon the arts and who gets my creative brain juice going.
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I Don’t Give a %&$! If You Don’t Like ‘Rebel Moon.’ It’s Awesome, and Here’s Why.

f you're part of the cosmic choir whining about 'Rebel Moon,' I've got a newsflash that'll send shockwaves through your galaxy: your opinion is a black hole of relevance. Zack Snyder's 'Rebel Moon' isn't just a spectacle for your eyeballs; it's a feast for the soul, and it's high time we acknowledge the banquet laid before us.
by Avery SheridanFebruary 4, 2024

Baghead: Horror Tropes Galore and Being Scary When It’s Not Trying

Would you like to talk to loved ones you’ve lost? How about if the cost was having to talk to a creepy woman in a basement wearing a burlap sack over her head? Thought not. Join us as we review the new horror movie Baghead
by Iain McParlandFebruary 2, 2024

The Fox Returns: First Impressions of Amazon Prime Series Episodes 1 & 2

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Palworld Active Players Count Goes Nuclear! Is This the Pokémon Killer Game We’ve Been Waiting For?

Ben played Palworld expecting a funny monster-catching game, what he found was something incredibly interesting with wider implications for RPG gaming as a whole.
by Ben HazellJanuary 23, 2024

Doctor Who Woke Up and Chose Violence this Christmas with Baby-Eating Goblins and a Mysterious Old Lady!

Doctor Who is back at Christmas! Ben has been waiting for this for a long time, but something is amiss with Christmas, also Ncuti Gatwa's first feature length story! Did it live up to the hype, or go broke? Come and see.
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Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Review: The Finale of the DCEU

After ten years, the DCEU has come to an end, but did this universe go out with a bang or a whimper? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on the final film in the DCEU, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
by Thomas RichardsJanuary 6, 2024

Pokémon Concierge: An Adorable Vacation

Are you looking for your next chill Netflix watch? Well, Pokémon has you covered with Pokémon Concierge. Join Thomas Richards as he tells you why this adorable series is worth the watch.
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Bad Moon Rising – a Review of Rebel Moon

The highly anticipated Rebel Moon by filmmaker Zack Snyder is now available on Netflix. Is it worth the watch? Let’s dive into the critical reviews and what should help guide you on your quest to watch or not watch this movie.
by Tim BeisiegelDecember 30, 2023

Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed to be Excellent

Shonen anime has been a medium staple for decades, and when something special comes along, it’s easy to see why. Thomas Richards is here to tell you about one of the best Shonen series you can watch right now, Jujutsu Kaisen.
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The Iron Claw Unleashed: A Gripping Review Of A Wrestling Family’s Stoic Triumph

“The Iron Claw," a compelling wrestling film directed by Sean Durkin, dives deep into the tragic yet hopeful saga of the Von Erich family, a wrestling dynasty that ruled Dallas in the 1980s. From intense wrestling setpieces to the family's heart-wrenching struggles, the movie captures the ebbs and flows of their lives, making it a must-watch for both wrestling enthusiasts and general moviegoers alike.
by Emmanuel AlejandroDecember 28, 2023

The OGL 1.1 or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love D&D Again

Let Michael Saint Gregory be your guide through the perilous history of the greatest ally turned villain turned redeemed hero that anyone has ever faced in Dungeons & Dragons; the Open Gaming License!
by Michael Saint GregoryApril 13, 2023

Evil West Review: A Fistful of Bloodsuckers

Want to relive the glory days being a cowboy, hunting monsters, and killing Vampires? Then Evil West is the game for you.
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5 Tips To Get You Started In Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

Looking to play the new action RPG Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty? Check out our 5 tips for getting started and crushing the first level!
by Dan MorrisMarch 1, 2023

Marvel Snap: The Rare Mobile Game With Heart

Marvel Snap won mobile game of the year 2022 but why exactly? Ben Hazell has been playing for months and can tell you all the details a collectible card game player needs to know.
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The Last of Us | Final Thoughts After Binge Watching

It’s about that time. What a journey it has been watching the first season of HBO’s The Last of Us and what a great ride it was doing The Rest of Us podcast. In this episode, Lily, Erika and Nick, after binge watching the whole series, each give their final thoughts on Season 1 and talk about what they expect and what they’d like from season 2. So let’s do this one more time, Endure and Survive.
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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!
by Drew LewisMarch 21, 2023

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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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.
by Drew LewisMarch 14, 2023

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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Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 7 breakdown

Left Behind is the action this week… oh, and also the title for episode 7. A sweet and cute little love story that hits almost all of its angsty, teen-romance marks but at what cost? There were some very divided opinions on this week’s podcast so come on in and join the conversation, we can be all poetic about it and just lose our minds together.
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Screen Smash – Interview with M. Joshua Cauller

We interview special guest M. Joshua Cauller about his career and time as a video producer making video game trailers for Devolver Digital. He has worked on games like Slay the Spire, Risk of Rain, Return to Monkey Island, and Olija as part of their Trailercraft team.
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Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 6 breakdown

Slow, steady, and finely crafted. This week on The Rest of Us podcast, we dive into a more emotional episode exploring Joel and Tommy’s fractured relationship and Joel’s ever-evolving grief. We find a plethora of easter eggs and maybe bitch about a few things along the way. One thing is for certain, The Last of Us is picking up steam toward its emotional climax, and we’re not sure that we’re ready, but damn sure we are going to love it!
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Is It Worth It? | Screen Smash

What makes a game worth the price? Length, graphics, age? We ask the real questions
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Wonka & Gran Turismo Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

We are getting the prequel to what made Willy Wonka the eccentric candy maker and Timothée Chalamet is bringing him to life in Wonka. We got the golden ticket to watch this trailer. Then let's check the video game adaptation box and watch Sony's Gran Turismo trailer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisAugust 9, 2023

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Xbox Live Gold retiring. Plus the pros and cons of single player games VS live service games!
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Loki Season 2 & The Exorcist Believer Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

Loki season 2 trailer dropped and we're excited about what the arguably the best MCU series is bringing to the table. Then let's try not to soil ourselves watching the sequel to one of the greatest horror films ever made. Blumhouse presents The Exorcist Believer. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
by Drew LewisAugust 2, 2023

Ahsoka and Gen V Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

Let's dive into the full trailer for the much anticipated Ahsoka series on Disney+. Then let's get a look at The Boys spinoff series Gen V with the latest teaser dropped at San Diego Comic-Con
by Drew LewisJuly 26, 2023

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The Big Announcements From Star Wars Celebration 2023

Star Wars Celebration is here once again, and there’s no shortage of excitement this year. Join Thomas Richards as he goes over all the amazing announcements from the event, which had something for every type of Star Wars fan.
by Thomas RichardsApril 12, 2023

Agatha Christie – Murder On the Orient Express – Fun Murder Mystery or Miss Entirely?

Agatha Christie’s- Murder on the Orient Express is a puzzle adventure game. Step on board to solve a crime as the famous detective Hercule Poirot. But is this game as fun as it looks or one you should skip on? Join Brandy as she dives into the mystery!
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Did Doctor Who’s “The Giggle” Prove It’s a Fiery New Start? Madness, Puppets and Politics, the 60th Anniversary Finale

Did the 60th anniversary special revive Doctor Who from its slump, or did it break apart like the Spice Girls? Ben goes into the finer points of the extravagant end to the 3 specials.
by Ben HazellDecember 23, 2023

What’s All the Hype and What Can We Expect in Elden Ring?

Elden Ring is an epic drama from the minds of Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin. Set in a fantastical world, gamers are in for a memorable experience. Liza shares her initial thoughts ahead of the February 25 release.
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Pokemon GO: Best Community Day Pokemon, Ranked

Community Day events have been a staple of Pokemon GO since they started in 2018. These are the best Pokemon that Niantic has spotlighted through their monthly tradition.
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Why Aurra Sing Needs to Return to Star Wars

Aurra Sing has been missing for far too long in the Star Wars universe. It’s time for her to make her triumphant return! Join us as we discuss why now is the right time to bring back the beloved character, and besmirch the reputation of Tobias Beckett!
by Iain McParlandApril 8, 2024

Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness Trailer Leaks Online (Spoilers)

Because we now have phones with 4K cameras and Twitter exists nothing is sacred anymore. And so we now have the leaked Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness trailer that apparently plays as a second after-credits bonus with Spider-Man No Way Home
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Final Fantasy XVI Review: Defying Fate

Final Fantasy XVI is here, but does it live up to the hype? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the series’ latest offering and tells you why it’s a contender for game of the year.
by Thomas RichardsAugust 29, 2023

5 Tips for Beginning Dungeon Masters (From a Slightly More Experienced One)

Been wanting to try out being a DM for your own Dungeons & Dragons campaign? Sam shares some "critical" tips and why you shouldn't be afraid to give it a try!
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