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We Survived The Wizard of Oz at The Sphere

We enter the world of The Wizard of Oz at Sphere Las Vegas, complete with lions and tigers and bears and so much more all in 16K. We have full spoilers on exactly what you’ll experience on your trip to the wonderful world of Oz.
by Andrea CarterSeptember 15, 2025

Andor Season 2 Made Me Care About Syril Karn

Tom despised the character of Syril Karn in Andor Season 1, but now, Season 2 has made him rethink his opinion of his once most-hated Star Wars character.
by Thomas RichardsJune 1, 2025

PAX Aus 2025: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Is Almost Here, And We Got  A Little Taste Of The Bounty Hunter Life -Game Preview-

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a real video game, and no longer just a JPG teaser image, and we’ve played it at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his initial thoughts on this long-awaited game.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 17, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - The Definitive Party Ranking

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the best games of the year, with a cast of terrific characters. But how would the Expeditioners rank against each other? We do the math so you don’t have to!
by Iain McParlandJune 21, 2025

Frankenstein Review: A Visually Stunning Adaptation

The latest film from Guillermo Del Toro and Netflix has hit cinemas ahead of its release on the streaming service, but is this book adaptation worth the cinema trip? Join Tom as he reviews Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 31, 2025
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Ahsoka Series Prep Notes: Hera, Chopper, and the Ghost

In this installment of Couch Soup's Star Wars: Ahsoka series prep notes, Stef briefly introduces Hera Syndulla, Hera's droid Chopper, and Hera's ship, the Ghost.
by Stef WatsonJuly 5, 2023

10 Animals in TV or Film We Had Crushes On When We Were Younger… And Maybe Still Do

When we were young, we were dumb, and we didn’t know any better. We put LEGO up our noses, and we had crushes on cartoon animals on TV and in movies. Here are 10 of these crushes from when we were younger, that we MAYBE still hold a candle for.
by Iain McParlandApril 16, 2025

Why Monster Hunter World Is Worth A Shot!

Monster Hunter World draws new audiences to the iconic action RPG franchise. Here is why you should give this game a shot.
by Emmanuel AlejandroApril 2, 2021

Final France-ity: How Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 reinvigorated Role Playing Games.

Ben played Clair Obscur and found it to be one of the best games he's ever played. This article will tell you exactly why.
by Ben HazellSeptember 22, 2025
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    Pokemon: Paldean Winds - A Heartfelt Look at Paldea

    Pokémon: Paldean Winds is out right now, but is this animated mini-series worth the watch? Join Thomas Richards as he tells you why this series is one of the best things Pokémon has done in a while.
    by Thomas RichardsDecember 27, 2023

    Batman: Arkham Trilogy Nintendo Switch Review - Dark Knight On the Go

    The critically acclaimed Batman Arkham series has made its way to the Nintendo Switch, but how do these games run? Join Thomas Richards as he gives you the rundown on each game in the Batman: Arkham Trilogy for the Nintendo Switch.
    by Thomas RichardsDecember 25, 2023

    Free Play: MMO "Tourism" Is My Chosen Playstyle

    World of Warcraft has fallen victim to complete optimization of play, and it seems like many MMOs trend in that direction. Where does that leave a proponent of free play in a massively multiplayer online game?
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    The Best Board Games for the Holiday Season

    The holiday season is here, which means a lot of time with friends and family. So, why not play some new board games with them? Join Thomas Richards as he tells you about some fun board games you can play this holiday season.
    by Thomas RichardsDecember 17, 2023

    Fortnite's Booty Battle Royale: Fans Demand Respect for Solid Snake's Backside!

    Metal Gear Solid's own Solid Snake is landing in Fortnite this season but Epic Games forgot to make him dummy thicc, this needs to be fixed ASAP.
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    Violent Night, Gory Night: Movie Review Of Violent Night

    Violent Night starring David Harbour blends Home Alone with Die Hard. Shana shares why it's a must-watch film for the holidays and beyond.
    by Shana MartinJanuary 22, 2023

    Avatar: The Way of Water, Was It Worth the Wait?

    We’ve waited 13 years for this sequel to James Cameron's 2009 film Avatar and the question is: "Was Avatar: The Way of Water worth that wait?"
    by Art of Lily KJanuary 10, 2023

    Scary Good Films Vol. 3: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale

    For Volume 3 of Scary Good Films, Matt Kalo looks at Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, a film that may be the greatest Christmas movie you haven’t seen.
    by Matt KaloJanuary 2, 2023

    Ranking the Bond Movies After 60 Years

    His name is Bond. James Bond. And for 60 Years, and over 25 Movies, he has graced our screens as the longest running movie franchise of all time. Celebrate 60 Years of Bond with The Brothers Take as we discuss our process of ranking the 25 movies.
    by Kris McGuireDecember 23, 2022

    Rise of the Beasts: A New Era of Transformers

    A new era of Cybertron is upon us! Liza breaks down what you can expect from the new Transformers movie, and how it differs from Michael Bay's franchise.
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    The Acolyte Episode 1 & 2: An Intriguing Start

    The latest Star Wars Disney+ series is here, but is it worth your time? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the first two episodes of The Acolyte.
    by Thomas RichardsJune 9, 2024

    10 Horror Movies You Can Still Look Forward To in 2024

    We’re almost halfway through 2024, but there are still loads of great movies still to be released this year! Take a look at our most anticipated horror movies that are due to be released in the second half of the year!
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    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Review - The Best Film of the Year?

    The latest film in the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, is here. How does this film hold up compared to the rest of the series? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Furiosa.
    by Thomas RichardsJune 5, 2024

    The Batman Made a Big Swing but Somehow Punched Itself in the Face

    Matt Reeves’ The Batman took a huge risk, delving into the noir genre of film. However, the slam dunk this film should have been for the World’s Greatest Detective rebounded off the rim. We tell you why this film missed the mark.
    by Iain McParlandJune 3, 2024

    A Tale of Courage and Fantasy: Why The Wingfeather Saga Series Is Winning Hearts

    Shana explores the town of Glipwood and shares her first impressions of season one of Angel Studios' The Wingfeather Saga, and why it’s worth watching.
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    I Am Fish: The Little Fins That Could

    Maria helps Goldfish find his way back to his friends in the wacky adventure game I Am Fish. Read what she thought about the game in her first impressions.
    by Maria KinnunFebruary 5, 2022

    'Eternals' Movie Review

    Wondering if you should check out The Eternals? Lily breaks down the movie and what makes this group of MCU heroes a must see.
    by Art of Lily KJanuary 17, 2022

    Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Game and Why It's So Flarking Fun

    This fresh but faithful take on Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun and wild ride. Pop in your 80’s mixed tape and get ready to save the world because you got this…Probably.
    by Brandy BrownJanuary 6, 2022

    Bugsnax: Cute Adventure for Kids or Soft Entry into Horror Games?

    Bugsnax toes the line between the adorable and the abominable. Is it the perfect way to ease into horror games? Kim shares her mind-twisting experience with the game.
    by Kim PayneJanuary 4, 2022

    LET'S ROCK! Aliens Fireteam Elite Review

    Guns, Aliens, Online buddies. What could go wrong when playing a Left4Dead style game based on the Aliens Universe?
    by Josh NeffDecember 27, 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

    Witcher Animated Film is a Must-Watch Before Season 2

    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.
    by Stef WatsonDecember 13, 2021

    Is the Success of the Sonic Movie to Blame for the Cast of the New Mario Movie?

    The new Mario movie has had its cast announced and it’s got some big name stars attached. However, there’s still the underlying question of why they’re making the movie in the first place. Let’s figure that out together shall we?
    by Rohan ElliottOctober 12, 2021

    Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review

    Be My Spirit Guide - Kena is a fun, albeit flawed, action-adventure game which is worth checking out. Read the full review here and see for yourself.
    by Dan MorrisOctober 11, 2021

    Gears Keep Turning: Celebrating 10 Years of Gears Of War 3

    Dust off those Retro Lancers, because Jake Brown: @JakeSteel44 is here to take you back to the year 2011 as we celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Gears Of War 3.
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    Afterlove EP is Endured Rather Than Enjoyed, But That’s What Grief Is

    Afterlove EP, the last game from Mohammad Fahmi is out now for all platforms. Let us tell you why, although it’s not perfect, it’s worth experiencing. Make no mistake, this game is endured and not enjoyed, but it’s worth it.
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    Despelote is a nostalgia-filled kickabout in Ecuador at the turn of the century during their qualification run for their debut World Cup. Iain checked out this narrative-focused game and gave his verdict!
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