Heretic, the new psychological horror from A24 starring Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East is a movie that will make you question your own beliefs. Let us tell you why this film should be on your must-watch list of 2024.
Sonic X Shadow Generations is finally here, and it’s better than we could’ve ever imagined. Join Tom as he tells you why this is the true Game of the Year for 2024.
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.
Movie games are usually not great, but all is not lost. We are here to give you our picks for which games are the crème of the crop when it comes to movie license tie-ins. See if you agree with our picks or if we missed any you think should make the cut!
Ready for a lesson on storytelling in video games? Let’s talk about Ludonarrative Dissonance, what it is and how it affects some of our favorite games.
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.
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!
There’s no shortage of awesome women in video games that kick way more butt than the guys do and we love em! Go eat some bench gentlemen, let’s have a look at some of the most fierce, badass, and important female video game characters.
Rohan dives into the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cowabunga Collection to see if it's all kinds of radical and worth your money or whether its better to just find an emulator.
The most memorable D&D moments are often unplanned, even for the DM! The Dungeon Mika shares 3 stories where surprising player choices led to humorous results.
Two Point Studios has leveled up the sim genre with two games that appeal to both management sim and creative sim players. Kim shares why you should check them out!
Trek to Yomi lets you be a badass samurai while tackling tricky challenges to get your PlayStation Platinum Trophy. Iain shares what you need to know for going platinum!
Gears of War is just about the most fun you can have with a friend on a couch… Moving swiftly along from how awkward that sounded, let’s talk about Couch Co-op and how awesome, and criminally underused, it is in modern video games as we look back on one of Xbox’s best flagship series.
Bust out those purple suits and get ready to hit the streets because #SaintsRow is back baby! Jake Brown shares his thoughts and opinions on Volitions (@DSVolition) reboot of the popular franchise.
The latest thriller, Speak No Evil, has arrived, but is it too much for some people to handle? Join Tom as he shares his thoughts on this very tense film.
Cuckoo is a weird-ass horror film starring Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens. Although it has its flaws, this bonkers premise set in an isolated mountain resort in the Bavarian Alps is absolutely worth your time.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice was a box office success in the US this past weekend but was it a success in the hearts of the children of the 80s? Brandy dives into what made it great and what could have made it better.
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.
Alien: Romulus is the best film in the Alien franchise since its second outing. Fede Alvarez’s first foray into the world of Xenomorphs takes the series back to its roots to find the scary again… and he succeeds!
An exclusive sit-down interview with Michael Trucco that offers a candid look into his career philosophy, the critical role of collaboration, and how he measures success in an industry that often prioritizes the temporary and superficial.
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.
The new Alien film finally hit cinemas, and I was as excited as a five-year-old in front of a toy shop. Fede Alvarez promised something that has been missing from the franchise ever since we’ve last seen Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley. Did he deliver? Let’s see.
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!
The Acolyte may have been divisive, but it also raises many questions about the progress of the show, the roadmap to the Skywalkers, and characters introduced in this show. For those who enjoyed the show wished for more episodes than the eight in season one. Let’s discuss both the questions that need to be answered, and reasons why we need a second season.
2024 is the 40th anniversary of the G1 Transformers cartoon. Join Rohan as he strolls down memory lane, talking about his favourite episodes from the show's run.
House of the Dragon finished pretty underwhelmingly. Dive in as we go through the episode recap, what went wrong, and if we are looking forward to season 3!
Discover how one Star Wars fan and host of GrowingUpSkywalker suggests the most unique and rewarding viewing order to watch all of Star Wars. Explore their unique viewing order and insights on how his method brings depth to the characters and storylines of the beloved franchise.
After 100 hours and countless deaths playing Elden Ring it appears I’ve bruised more than my ego. Lower back gamer pain is real and here are some fitness games to help keep your body nimble for more punishment.
Naginta practitioner and instructor Charlotte looks at how the weapon itself and its use are depicted in video games. Which games are on point? Which ones are sorely lacking?
Shaun Bolen, owner of Hang Time drops by for a chat all about the new brand, his journey as a content creator, and all the fun stuff that’s coming in the future including their March to the Top stream coming soon!
Season 2 of Tower of God is coming to Crunchyroll, but is it worth the four-year wait? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on the first two episodes of this new season.
The latest season of Doctor Who has been interesting, to say the least. But it’s not been good. Ncuti Gatwa’s incarnation has had problems that need to be addressed for season two.
Dragon battles! Fire, blood, dancing dragons… it has finally happened! Keep up with Michelle as she flies through the events that unfolded in Season 2, Episode 4 of House of The Dragon, and why we’ll be mourning for longer than the season will last.
Do you want a handheld gaming device? Should you get a Steam Deck or an ASUS ROG Ally? Should you consider the ALLY now that they’ve announced the new one? Read more to find out!
Episode 6 of The Acolyte is here. Can this slower-paced episode keep the momentum from the action-packed Episode 5? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on Episode 6 of The Acolyte, Teach/Corrupt.
Episode 3 left a lot to be desired, and a lot on the table. We didn’t even get to see the Burning Mill battle. Are the showrunners even reading the same book of source material? Let’s get into what happened in this week’s episode.
Episode 5 of The Acolyte is here, and it’s the best one yet! Join Thomas Richards as he breaks down the fights and mysteries in this episode of The Acolyte.
BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- is finally here, but is it worth a watch if you’ve already seen the show? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on this story of a genius and his rich friend.
After following the Abbott Family in Quiet Place Part 1 and 2 it is time to go back to day one when it all started. The big question is - as always - did they capture the essence of what made the originals so successful? Let’s dive in.
Have you succumbed to the allure of collecting TTRPG dice? Let Michael Saint Gregory help guide you to understanding your addiction and provide a solution that absolutely does not involve sending him your dice to add to his own collection.
PlayStation has released another State of Play. This time focusing on the upcoming game Final Fantasy 16. Thomas Richards gets you up to speed on all the new information for this beautiful-looking game.
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!
All twelve episodes of season 1 of Andor are now on Disney+, and Couch Soup co-creator and super Star Wars nerd Drew Lewis is joined by his long-time friends and Star Wars fans Chris Mills and Sam Williamson for a special Watching Now episode breaking down the first season.
Not since Clue has murder mystery been this hot, and Rian Johnson's Knives Out is the new gold standard; with his sequel Glass Onion coming in a few weeks, let's watch the latest trailer and see if we can't put together all the pieces to this puzzle box. Who dunnit? It's obvious... Robot Santa! Our second trailer of the show is Christmas Bloody Christmas which might have the most ludicrous holiday movie plot since Krampus. Is it so bad you laugh or cry or both? Let's break it all down.
Ralphie (Peter Billingsley) is all grown up and now has to tackle Christmas as a Dad. The classic holiday movie finally has the sequel everyone, or no one was asking for. HBO Max is trying real hard by bringing back a good chunk of the original cast for nostalgia's sake. Sprinkled in with some fun call back, this will likely be a must-watch for families this holiday season. But is it a good trailer, and better yet, does it look like a good movie? Let's break it all down.
In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle are joined by fellow high fantasy reader Ayana and bookstagrammer Elizabeth Sagan to break down the shocking season 1 finale! They talk about all things House of the Dragon Episode 10, "The Black Queen," debate Rhaenyra's coronation, tell you about the mystery dragon Daemon's singing to, and more. Don't miss out as they react to the fiery finale and give you their House of the Dragon season 2 predictions! Don't forget to check out Elizabeth's bookstagram linked below for a ton of incredible book recommendations!
We're going deeeep into the Quantum Realm with Ant-Man and the Wasp and the whole family. This is going to be one trippy family adventure, and the appearance of Jonathan Major's Kang is finally making his big screen appearance. This might be the first Ant-Man with some major stakes! Let's break it all down.
In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and her friend and fellow GOT watcher v talk about all things House of the Dragon Episode 9, "The Green Council." They point out a few differences between the show and the book, react to Rhaenys's epic moment on her dragon Meleys, and speculate on what we'll see in the season finale. Don't miss out as they geek out and break down the lore behind the epic season 1 conclusion we're seeing next week!
A double feature! We couldn't decide on just one trailer today, so we went with two. First, let's look at the Gotham Knights gameplay trailer which gives us our first look at some of the mechanics of what this not-really-but-kinda Arkham Knight spin-off game will play like. Then let's elevate a lesser-known, but a great spin on the Romeo and Juliet story with Rosaline coming to Hulu
In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle go through House of the Dragon Episode 8, "The Lord of the Tides," and all the EMOTIONS this episode threw at us. They talk about the throne room scene, the "Strong" dinner, and Viserys's dying wish. Join them as they break down the lore and history behind the two Aegons and guess what the final episodes of Season 1 will hold! We're in the thick of it now, folks.
New York Comic Con was full of new trailers for us trailer nerds to geek out over. From our first look at Mario Bros and that really groundbreaking Chris Pratt voice (sarcasm) to a return to form for Tim Burton in our first full-length trailer for Wednesday. We have 4 picks for what we thought where the best trailers to come out of NYCC.
In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle go IN on the lore behind House of the Dragon Episode 7 "Driftmark." They introduce you to a new dragon, talk about Aemond and Vhagar's first ride, explain Laenor's "death," and give you their episode 8 predictions. Lines have been drawn and knives have come out. With another time jump coming, you don't want to miss these deets.
Let's watch the full trailer for Christopher Nolan's biopic, Oppenheimer. Which has one of the most star-studded casts we've seen in a long time. Then let's see if Jason Statham can defeat a prehistoric shark...again. In our first look at the MEG2 trailer. Watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Fear is the mind-killer, as is the wait for the Dune part 2 trailer. It's finally here, and let's bask in its glory. Then let's take a look at The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbird and Snakes trailer which already wins for having the longest movie title of the year. Watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Join Couch Soup for a special Watching Now podcast episode discussing the final season of Star Trek: Picard! Michelle, Drew, MSG, Stef & Hoot nerd out on the history of Star Trek, how far their love goes, the nostalgic fan service for this season, and so much more! Hear why ships are characters, too, and you'll definitely want to hear who has some gripes about what. Let us know what you think!
The Boogeyman is the latest horror film adaptation from the mind of Stephen King, and it's bringing all the jump scares. Also, let's indulge in HBO Max's (or just Max now ugh) new sex, drugs, and rock and roll series The Idol.
Star Wars Celebration brought lots of news, but none of which was bigger than the Ahsoka trailer drop. Does it live up to the hype? Let's also take a look at Disney's attempt at yet another Peter Pan film. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
Metaphor Re:Fantazio is another game from ATLUS, but is it just a re-skinned Persona game? Join Tom as he tries the game at PAX Aus to see if it brings anything new to the table.
Sifu is an in-your-face kung fu action game pulled straight out of a Hong Kong martial arts slugfest. And guess what, we liked it. Here is an honest unfiltered take by Dan Morris.
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.
Solo Leveling's debut film has hit the silver screen, but is this recap/sneak peek worth your time? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-.
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.
One of the great things about the live-action shows in the Star Wars universe is the addition of characters we got to know through animated stories. Let's examine three more that could make an impact and why we need to see them.
