Couch Soup contributors Luis Reza and Andrea Carter go head-to-head at Las Vegas's iconic Play Playground. Who will take home the title of Couch Soup-remacy? Click through to find out!
At FanExpo Denver, horror comics creator Joseph Schmalke shared his vision for Midnight Factory Press, the importance of print in a digital age, and why creative ownership matters more than ever. Between booths, floppies, and consumer psychology, we hit it all in this sit down.
The Predator franchise has seen a surge in popularity recently, and shows no sign of slowing down with the newest entry, Predator: Badlands. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Trachtenberg’s third film in the series.
After five long years, it's time to settle the debate on the ending to Gears 5. Jake Brown explains his reasoning for the best possible way for the #GearsOfWar series to move forward.
Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 5 - Endure and Survive. Ellie and Joel team up with Henry and Sam to escape the confines of Kansas City. Aww, new friends!
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.
Helldivers 2 is taking the gaming world by storm. Liza shares why democracy needs defending, and why you should gear up and join the fight to defend Super Earth and freedom with your hard-earned blood, sweat, and tears. If the game's satirical commentary, thunderously fun gameplay, and hilarious catchphrases aren't enough to convince you, maybe the fate of the galaxy will.
It’s Spaceballs 35th Anniversary this year and Rohan has only one question - Where is Spaceballs 2 already? Let our lord and saviour Mel Brooks deliver us with this long awaited sequel.
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!
Mikkaa, Soulslike challenge run extraordinaire has completed the impossible. She has finally defeated the final boss of Elden Ring’s DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, simultaneously on controller and dance pad. What the absolute [redacted]?!
Representation in Dungeons and Dragons has always been rife with controversy. With new Orc art being released the debate has been reignited under new terms.
Live service skeptic Iain took part in the Concord closed beta this weekend and was utterly pleasantly surprised. Check out his first impressions on a game many people have written off before it’s even launched.
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!
The recent announcement of the Mandalorian and Grogu movie has caused some discussion in the Star Wars community. What does it all mean? What can we look forward to? Let’s dive into it all
A version of Mickey Mouse, Steamboat Willie, has entered the public domain. What the heck does that mean, and why did it happen?! We do our best to explain the intricacies of copyright law (in a fun way, we promise) and look 10 years into the future to see what properties are next!
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.
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.
“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.
John and Kira Hennigan have created the perfect tribute to The Iron Sheik with their short film, The Sheik Massacre. Let me tell you why such a grotesque film is the most loving ode to an influential wrestler.
Early Birds, a German-language Swiss film directed by Michael Steiner, is a thriller following two young women, Anika and Caro, as they attempt to profit from a drug deal gone wrong. Let us tell you more in our review!
Blood Star, the highlight of Iain’s time at Grimmfest, is the road horror movie you should be watching this year. With a genuinely sadistic villain and a protagonist you can get behind, you should add this movie to your watch list. Let us tell you why.
Grimmfest’s Sunday evening slot went to Succubus, a reimagining of a classic monster story for the modern age. For anyone out there going through the hell of online dating, at least you’re not Chris, matching with a malevolent entity! Let us tell you more about Succubus in our review.
Chapter 22 of The Mandalorian is here, and it’s the weirdest episode yet. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this unique episode, celebrity cameos and all.
Does Dungeons & Dragons Honor Among Thieves rise above the bad press its namesake carries to deliver a romp that we've been missing at the movies? Lily K doesn't shy away from her anticipation of this film in this review.
April fools brings the surprise of a new Sonic game and character death; Ben played it and shares his thoughts on if this is a joke or actually worth your while.
John Wick is back and it is bigger, better, and longer than it ever was. In this spoiler review let’s dive into this big elaborate world of assassins with Keanu Reeves (once again) kicking some major butts.
65 was highly anticipated by audiences across the globe. Did the prehistoric thriller deliver a story that was impactful enough to win viewers over or did the film fall flat in unrealized expectations? Check out what Candace & Lily thought about the thriller and the pros and cons of how the story unraveled.
Chapter 18 “The Mines of Mandalore '' brings us to the mysterious annihilated planet. Din Djarin goes spelunking with his adorable green kid but runs into trouble along the way. Bo-Katan returns to her home which lies in ashes to rescue the day. The city ruins stand as a testament to the Empire's wrath. Will Mando be able to reaffirm his oath? Will Bo-Katan’s time on the planet change her perspective? What other mysteries will the ruins of Mandalore reveal? With an action and lore-packed episode check out my top three favorite moments.
Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 9 - Look for the Light. Actor Ashley Johnson, who plays Ellie in the game, joins the cast for the season finale of Emotional Damage: The Series. This one sure will get you talking!.
September will be kicking off with a bang with the fall release schedule of games. There is a lot of variety getting released to boot, from little indie’s to big-budget action; we have a lot to look forward to this month. Get your pocketbooks ready! It’s about to get crazy this holiday season!
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!
Sucker Punch Productions’ original Master Thief, Sly Cooper, stole the hearts of many gamers, and the fandom is still going strong. Lizabeth Phoenix makes a case as to why this smooth criminal deserves a return on PlayStation 5.
This week we are discussing Amazon Prime's reimagined Cinderella trailer. Let's talk about this high fashion fairytale along with Camila Cabello and Billy Porter's take on the classic rags to riches story.
Maria and Stef return to the podcast to talk about Nolan coming on to the podcast for the first time last week. We then go deep into Ghostbusters, the original movies, the toys, and the upcoming film that was on this week's Trailer Talk. Maria, who appeared on Trailer Talk with some great theories, shares some more insight and hopes for the new movie. We also discuss how movies are less original and tend to rehash or remake a franchise or successful films.
This week we are discussing the new House of Gucci trailer. Let's talk about this amazing cast and break down Ridley Scott's film about the Italian fashion house that involves love, betrayal, decadence, revenge, and murder.
Nolan North joins us on the podcast for the first time with Drew Lewis to celebrate our 100th episode of the Replayer Podcast. Nolan and Drew share some really juicy behind-the-scenes talk and what it was like making Retro Replay. We also ask some burning questions provided by fellow replayers.
This week we are discussing the new Ghostbusters Afterlife trailer. Let's talk ghosts, Proton Packs, Demon Dogs, Bill Murray, Paul Rudd, and more. Then let's break down this reaction and trailer with our POV's on editing to sound design to acting and all things that make this trailer great or meh.
Daredevil has returned to TV with Daredevil: Born Again, but was this long-awaited return worth the wait? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this return to Hell’s Kitchen.
Do you like boobs? Booze? Reviews? Michelle brings all three to the table and reviews The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window. Was it horribly cliche and annoying, or a beautiful parody done well?