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Stephanie Judge
68 days ago
Is it October 7th yet?!? Can't wait to watch this live! I wonder if it will just be the voice actors making an appearance, or if they will configure a moment where their animated counterparts are there as well? Either way, it's going to be great!

    Michelle Holstine
    68 days ago
    It's gritty. It's dark. It's the Frankenstein we've needed. What do you think?
    Iain McParland
    69 days ago
    I don't know about you, but I'm not paying $360 a year to play Call of Duty each year. Sure, if I cared about Doom or Forza or Flight Sim, it'd be worth it but... WOOF
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    How To Turn Kpop Demon Hunters Into A Franchise

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    Couch Soup Went to Star Wars Celebration in Japan! 5 Takeaways From the Event

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    Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3+4 Review: Worth The Re-run?

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    Bye Sweet Carole is a Sinister Disney Animated Feature Made Playable

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    by Iain McParlandNovember 17, 2025
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    Santa vs The Grinch. Who Ya Got?

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    by PJDecember 13, 2020

    PAX Aus 2025: Drifting Through The Stars With Kirby Air Riders -Game Preview-

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    by Thomas RichardsOctober 18, 2025

    5 Reasons You Should be Excited That Buffy is Back!

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    by Iain McParlandFebruary 26, 2025

    Exoprimal's Best Exosuit? The Anime Girl

    Exoprimal features 20 unique exosuits for players to pilot. None of them are able to outdo Nimbus, the resident anime girl.
    by Tyler GrahamSeptember 12, 2023
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    Iain McParland
    13 days ago
    Do you understand the words that are coming out of my mouth???!!! Rush Hour 4 is on the way, but are we more in Requel territory than sequel? Jackie is like 71 years old right now... I'm worried about him doing the crazy crap he pulls in these movies!
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    Iain McParland
    18 days ago
    New gameplay from the Xbox Partner Showcase of Tides of Annihilation. This looks f*cking amazing and I can't wait to see more!

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      Gears of War on PlayStation?! Why I’m Excited and Terrified For Gears of War: Reloaded

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      Monster Hunter Wilds: A Game that Cut Off its Own Tail

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      Get More Swash For Your Buckle: 3 Films That Have The Perfect Fairy-tale Ending

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      Fan Expo Denver is Bringing the Heat with its Guest List!

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      Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 3 & 4: Citadel Clones and Bunnies

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      by Thomas RichardsJune 25, 2025
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      Our Journey As Female Gamers Part V - Featuring Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake

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      by Candace BissonetteSeptember 22, 2021

      Succubus is a Cautionary Tale About Who You Swipe Right On

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      Strange Darling Has Come from Nowhere to Steal My Black Horror Heart

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      Transformers One Review: The Best Transformers Movie Ever?

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      PDP's "Riffmaster" Is A Must Have For Fortnite Festival

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      Speak No Evil Review: A Very Tense Time

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      The Games that Define a Generation - PlayStation 3

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      Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Episode 9 Lore Breakdown & Reaction

      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!
      by Drew LewisOctober 19, 2022

      Gotham Knights & Rosaline Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

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      Mario Kart World Has the Potential to be the Best Game in the Series

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      10 Video Game Villains Who Are Baddies In More Ways Than One

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      Ironheart Review: Better Than Expected?

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      by Thomas RichardsJuly 15, 2025
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