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Exploring Identity and Ideals in Iain M. Banks’ Masterpiece ‘Player of Games’

Iain M. Banks' Second Culture Book, Player of Games, carries the keynotes of the series, with elements of paranoia and defeating enemies through ideology, as well as a complex relationship with gender decades ahead of its time.
by Sam NilssonMay 14, 2024

Get Hyped for Eurovision with Fire Saga, Pageantry and Alcohol

Let’s get hyped for the Eurovision Song Contest! Let us tell you why it’s worth your time and why it could be your new tradition… if you can get past the weirdness and pageantry. And if you survive the drinking game!
by Iain McParlandMay 10, 2024

Let’s! Revolution!: The Roguelite Minesweeper-like King Slaying Game

Ever wondered how a game can be a Minesweeper-like AND a Roguelite? Well, wonder no further! The stunningly animated, Let’s! Revolution! is finally on consoles. The King better be quaking in his boots because we’re coming for that throne!
by Iain McParlandMay 8, 2024

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Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 3 breakdown

Among all the darkness and chaos, is a story of love. In the widest departure from its source material, The Last of Us TV series has told one of the most heart-warming and gut-punching love stories on TV for quite some time. There are plenty of easter eggs, talking points, complaints, and theories to cover so get comfy, and let’s talk about Bill and Frank.
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The Uncharted Cargo Plane Fight Scene Released

Like it or not the Uncharted movie is happening and it's using an action set piece right out of the Uncharted video game series the film is based on. Let's talk about the famous cargo plane scene clip and compare it to the game sequence it's based on.
by Drew LewisJanuary 7, 2022

Uncharted Movie Trailer 2 Breakdown

Sony and Playstation dropped a longer second Uncharted movie trailer that gives us a LOT more footage, one-liners, crazy action set pieces, and wait for it... a Sully mustache! Sony clearly hoping this will quell fans' fervor over the Mark Wahlberg casting as Victor Sullivan. If you haven't seen the trailer yet check it out below then let's break it all down.
by Drew LewisDecember 24, 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

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
by Drew LewisDecember 15, 2021

The New ‘The King’s Man’ Trailer Has A Goat Licking Ralph Fiennes

Witness the formation of the greatest spy agency... Let's Go!!! Despite being a prequel that nobody was asking for. All of "The King's Man' trailers have been really well done and each time they show new footage that just further emphasizes how batshit crazy awesome this movie is going to be.
by Drew LewisNovember 24, 2021

Andor Episode 5: A Rising Storm

Episode 5 of Andor has landed, and Thomas Richards provides some first impressions on this tension-filled episode, "The Axe Forgets."
by Thomas RichardsOctober 8, 2022

House of the Dragon Episode 7 – Breakdown of the Disjointed Petty

Michelle gets into the lore, Easter eggs, cringe, and a possibly unpopular opinion about House of the Dragon, Episode 7, "Driftmark."
by Michelle HolstineOctober 6, 2022

Andor, Episode 4: Aftermath of an Eventful Day

Andor Episode 4 is here and Thomas Richards gives first impressions and a hint of what to expect in this week's slower-yet-intriguing episode.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 4, 2022

House of the Dragon, Episode 6 – Let’s Do the Time Warp Again, Breakdown and Recap

Michelle breaks down House of the Dragon Ep 6, "The Princess and the Queen." Which new dragon do we see? Who dies? And who's the new Littlefinger?!
by Michelle HolstineSeptember 30, 2022

House of the Dragon Episode 5 – A Green Dress and Another Terrible Wedding

It’s wedding season in Westeros! That means feasts, pettiness, and death. Michelle breaks down House of the Dragon Episode 5 and some Easter eggs from the episode!
by Michelle HolstineSeptember 21, 2022

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

Don’t go to School, Watch Anime Instead!

Ever been so bored in school that you couldn't learn anything, wishing it was more interesting? Thomas Richards has got you covered as he lets you know of anime that'll not only entertain you, but educate you as well.
by Thomas RichardsSeptember 13, 2022

House of the Dragon Episode 3 Breakdown and Symbology

Michelle is back breaking down the lore, Easter Eggs, and important events from House of the Dragon, episode 3!
by Michelle HolstineSeptember 8, 2022

The Mike Flanagan Files 

Mike Flanagan is a masterful storyteller. Join us as we highlight some of his best works and projects that are on the horizon for this wizard of the screen.
by Art of Lily KSeptember 7, 2022

My Descent Into Horror, Part 4: Creepypastas and Beyond

In this installment of “My Descent Into Horror” Matt Kalo shares how he became motivated to create his own horror content.
by Matt KaloAugust 30, 2022
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The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Bewitching Movies

Shana shares her favorite witch-themed films in preparation for the spooky Halloween season.
by Shana MartinSeptember 27, 2023

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

Counting Diapers and Judging Poop

Join me in my journey through new parenthood, with a different take than the usual pregnancy article. Pregnancy and new parenthood isn’t always puppies and rainbows, sometimes the puppies are muddy and the rainbows are cloudy!
by Michelle HolstineOctober 16, 2021

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Top 5 Cozy Games of All Time

Under the firm belief that all gamers should have a library of cozy games, Kim shares some of her all time favourites to get your collection started.
by Kim PayneAugust 8, 2023

Speedrunning Mario 64: All Hail GreenSuigi

GreenSuigi has broken his own Super Mario 64 16 Star speedrun world record. All Hail GreenSuigi, king of low star SM64 speedruns!
by Iain McParlandApril 11, 2023

The Dragon Con Experience, Part 1: Organically Grown in Atlanta

Stef kicks off a series of articles on what makes Atlanta's Dragon Con a unique fan experience, starting with how it's grown as a con by fans for fans since 1987.
by Stef WatsonSeptember 17, 2023

Joker Folie à Deux and the Tragedy of Not Feeling Good Enough

The second Joker movie is here. Let’s dive deep and talk about something that barely anyone mentioned regarding this movie. This is not your same “Joker Folie à Deux is bad” review, this is a bit more of a deeper look into the message it tries to get through.
by Art of Lily KOctober 7, 2024

Top 6 Christmas Gifts For Gamers

It’s never easy to buy Christmas gifts for gamers, especially if gaming is a foreign concept to you. If you’re tirelessly searching for a gift with no luck, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you to find at least one gift you can be sure every gamer wants.
by Drew LewisNovember 15, 2023

House of the Dragon Episode 3 Breakdown and Symbology

Michelle is back breaking down the lore, Easter Eggs, and important events from House of the Dragon, episode 3!
by Michelle HolstineSeptember 8, 2022

Top 10 Godzilla Films

With so many Godzilla films to watch, where do you begin? Join Dan as he shares 10 of the best Toho Godzilla films and where you can watch them.
by Dan MorrisSeptember 29, 2024
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