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The Games That Define a Generation - PlayStation Two

With the original PlayStation being a commercial success, the PlayStation 2 had high expectations. But the console blazed its own trail in gaming for more than a decade. Here are titles that define that console generation.
by Emmanuel AlejandroMay 27, 2022

5 Upcoming Side-Scrolling Beat 'Em Ups You Should Be Hyped For!

Side-scrolling beat ‘em ups have been around a long time, and they’re currently undergoing a resurgence. Let’s get hyped for five of the most promising-looking games that have been announced in the genre!
by Iain McParlandJuly 28, 2025

You Season 5 - Wrapped in a Bow

Season 5 of Netflix’s hit show You has come and gone, and Michelle breaks down the ending. Was it sufficient? Does the true crime knowledge scare you? It probably should.
by Michelle HolstineMay 18, 2025

Exoprimal: The Best Hero Shooter Since Overwatch 2

We might not be in the Overwatch golden age any longer, but Exoprimal has proven that there’s still some life to be had for hero shooters. Read on and discover how dinosaurs brought this genre back from extinction!
by Tyler GrahamAugust 30, 2023
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    Couch Soup Previews: Tekken 8 - A Visual Masterpiece in the World of Fighting Games

    Tekken is back in the fighting game spotlight with Tekken 8, and it looks like it'll be one of the best yet. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impression on this storied series' next instalment.
    by Thomas RichardsOctober 27, 2023

    Couch Soup Previews: Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name

    Sometimes, you want a game where you can fight enemies one minute and sing karaoke the next, and that’s just what Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name provides. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions after playing the demo at PAX Aus 2023.
    by Thomas RichardsOctober 26, 2023

    Swing Into the Future: Spider-Man 2 Sets a New Standard for Superhero Games!

    It’s finally here and it is absolutely one of the best games of the year! It’s time to Be Great, Together in Spider-Man 2.
    by Nick McKayOctober 24, 2023

    Couch Soup Previews: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - Prince of Persia Returns in Style

    Prince of Persia is getting rebooted again, and this time it’s in 2.5D. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.
    by Thomas RichardsOctober 23, 2023

    An Unsettling Encounter: Anthology of Fear Review - Is It Really Worth It?

    Anthology of Fear is a much anticipated horror game recently released for Xbox and Steam that's going to scare some but might not live up to the hype.
    by Pagan PlaysOctober 21, 2023
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    Nick Cage and His Massive Talent

    Nicholas Cage’s reputation precedes himself. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent should be added to your must-see list. It’s everything you expect, yet so much more.
    by Candace BissonetteApril 28, 2022

    Where’s Spaceballs 2 Already?

    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.
    by Rohan ElliottApril 21, 2022

    Pop Culture Predictions #4

    Nostradrewmus is back with two more pop culture predictions around Baz Lurhman's Elvis and a bold move the Oscars must do to save itself from being obsolete. Read to find out if Drew's predictions are considered bold or just plain wrong.
    by Drew LewisApril 8, 2022

    Have YOU Been Fooled by Forensics in Pop Culture?

    Forensic and analytical sciences graduate Amelia Brown evaluates the accuracy of forensic investigations in crime scenes from movies and television, featuring crime scenes from CSI: Miami, The Dark Knight, Dexter, and more.
    by Amelia BrownApril 7, 2022

    Comparing Reeves' The Batman to His Acclaimed Planet of the Apes Films

    Matt Reeves proved his filmmaking genius in his two Planet of the Apes sequel movies. Is he bringing that magic touch to a DC franchise? Lily K seeks answers by looking at Reeves' signature touch on The Batman.
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    Halo Season 2: Is It An Improvement?

    Halo Season 2 has come to a close, so the question is, was it an improvement? Join Thomas Richards as he tells you if it is an improvement over Season 1.
    by Thomas RichardsApril 18, 2024

    New Seasons of My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, and More are Landing on Crunchyroll this Spring!

    Crunchyroll keeps adding more new seasons to its already stacked Spring lineup. Join Thomas Richards as he updates you on all the recent announcements.
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    Monkey Man: Indian John Wick is Fun, but the Details Don't Add Up

    Dev Patel’s directorial debut, Monkey Man, could be the next incarnation of John Wick, but how does it compare? Join us for our review of this fun, ambitious action thriller, even if the narrative is a little questionable.
    by Iain McParlandApril 16, 2024

    Parasyte: The Grey and The Question of Being Human

    A new K-Drama just arrived on Netflix and it is for all of you Sci-Fi and Body Horror lovers. Let’s review Parasyte: The Grey from the director of Train to Busan.
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    The Fate of Barriss Offee: Tales of the Empire is Telling Secrets

    Tales of the Jedi has been replaced by Tales of the Empire. The recently released trailer tells the tales of Barriss Offee, Morgan Elsbeth, and the new Galactic Empire. Why is this important? Why should we be excited to watch? We dive into the trailer and talk about the importance of the series, which releases on May 4, 2024.
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    Doctor Who Woke Up and Chose Violence this Christmas with Baby-Eating Goblins and a Mysterious Old Lady!

    Doctor Who is back at Christmas! Ben has been waiting for this for a long time, but something is amiss with Christmas, also Ncuti Gatwa's first feature length story! Did it live up to the hype, or go broke? Come and see.
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    Streaming, The Australian Media Landscape & Games at PAX Aus 2023- Couch Soup Interviews Back Pocket

    Rohan managed to wrangle Steph and Pete from Back Pocket for an interview talking all things streaming, the Aussie media landscape, and some fund games at PAX Aus 2023.
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    Kirby and the Forgotten Land Constructs a World of Liminal Space

    The Kirby franchise has always flirted with elements of horror just under the surface, but the newest entry, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, kicks that up to 11 with its eerie liminal spaces. Tyler looks at what “liminality” is and why it’s so damn important to this game!
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