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Stephanie Judge
44 days ago
Huntr/x is Coming to Late Night!
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
    44 days ago
    Guillermo Del Toro Frankenstein?!
    It's gritty. It's dark. It's the Frankenstein we've needed. What do you think?

    Frankenstein | Guillermo del Toro | Official Trailer | Netflix - YouTube

      Iain McParland
      45 days ago
      Game Pass Price Hike. HOW MUCH FOR DAY ONE GAMES?!?!
      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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      Why is the Okami Sequel so Surprising?

      What is Okami and why is everyone so excited for this sequel? Consider this your crash course in all things Capcom & Clover Studio's Okami and its upcoming Okami Sequel.
      by Andrea Carter | January 2, 2025

      Andrea vs. Luis: Fast & Fabulous at the F1 Arcade in Las Vegas

      Couch Soup contributors Luis Reza and Andrea Carter take a second lap at finding out who is the true Couch Soup-reme leader. We went to F1 Arcade in Las Vegas and settled it all on the track. Find out who won here!
      by Andrea Carter | November 14, 2025

      Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Review - People Change

      Tales of the Underworld, the latest series from Lucasfilm Animation, was released last month, but how does it hold up to previous seasons of Tales of…? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this look into the underbelly of the Star Wars universe.
      by Thomas Richards | June 8, 2025

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

      Is Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 a nostalgic ride or a total bail? With classic levels and missing content, does it live up to the originals? Check out the full review #THPS #TonyHawk
      by Jake Brown | August 6, 2025

      Marlon Wayans’ Terrific Performance Can’t Save HIM from Mid-table Mediocrity

      Him should have been a homerun, blending sports and horror and coming from Jordan Peele’s production company, but it wasn’t. Let us tell you why not even a career-best performance from Marlon Wayans could save this film
      by Iain McParland | October 23, 2025
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      Joker Folie à Deux and the Tragedy of Not Feeling Good Enough

      The second Joker movie is here. Let’s dive deep and talk about something that barely anyone mentioned regarding this movie. This is not your same “Joker Folie à Deux is bad” review, this is a bit more of a deeper look into the message it tries to get through.
      by Art of Lily K | October 7, 2024

      Marvel Snap: The Rare Mobile Game With Heart

      Marvel Snap won mobile game of the year 2022 but why exactly? Ben Hazell has been playing for months and can tell you all the details a collectible card game player needs to know.
      by Ben Hazell | February 28, 2023

      Early Access: Ground Branch

      Ground Branch is a tactical first-person shooter that is currently in early access. If you love playing Tier 1 operator games, then you won’t regret reading this article!
      by Andrew Lucy | June 17, 2021

      Scream 6: A Bloody Good Watch

      Is Scream 6 another franchise cash-grab or is it the next installment in an evergreen franchise? One thing is for sure: it’s a bloody good time.
      by Iain McParland | March 27, 2023
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      Andrea Carter
      9 days ago
      Gremlins 3 is Confirmed
      So we just getting silly with it now? https://variety.com/2025/film/news/gremlins-3-release-date-november-2027-1236571272/    
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      Drew Lewis
      11 days ago
      Steady Our Hearts! Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Signed on for a New Mummy Film!
      First reported by the Hollywood Reporter, it seems there will, in fact, be a sequel to the Mummy franchise that apparently will pretend the 3rd Mummy film and the Tom Cruise reboot didn't happen. As long as Billy Zane is also coming back as "The Mummy" this should bring out the fans in droves. I'll […]
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      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 McParland | June 21, 2025

      Indiana Jones and The Great Circle - Game Review

      Indiana Jones and The Great Circle game is out now, and Michelle got to dive in early for a review. There’s whip yanking, great unknown circles, and so much more to unpack! Come along for her first official video game review!
      by Michelle Holstine | June 14, 2025

      QUIZ: Whose Line Is It Anyway: Video Game Character Quiz

      Think you're a video game expert? Are you confident you know your favorite game, line for line? It's time to test your knowledge in this new quiz we call "Whose Line Is It Anyway"
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      We Played at Play Playground in Las Vegas (it's fun!)

      Play Playground in Las Vegas is the latest in the lineage of experiential arcades. Step directly into the games you love and check out our experience at Play Playhouse. Spoilers - that was really fun and satisfying.
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      Xbox Unveils Gears Reloaded Trailer, Beta Dates, And Official E-Day Release

      Gears of War fans get ready! Microsoft drops another Gears Reloaded trailer along with beta dates and even a release date for E-Day. Come get all the details here.
      by Jake Brown | June 9, 2025
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      Couch Soup Went to Star Wars Celebration in Japan! 5 Takeaways From the Event

      Iain, Lily and Tom went to Star Wars Celebration in Japan. Here are their top 5 takeaways from the event!
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      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 McParland | April 16, 2025

      The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie Review - A Return To Looney-Ville

      The Looney Tunes have made a return to the cinema in a new 2D adventure, The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie. Join Tom as he tells you why it’s well worth your time and money.
      by Thomas Richards | April 15, 2025

      A Minecraft Movie Review: At Least It Crafted Some Memes

      A Minecraft Movie has finally arrived after nearly a decade in production hell, but should it have stayed there? Tom gives his review of this latest video game adaptation.
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      Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon Review - A Kaiju Sized Recap

      In preparation for Season 2, Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon has hit cinemas to get you up to date with the series before the new season drops. Tom gives his thoughts on whether this recap does its job.
      by Thomas Richards | April 12, 2025
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      Superman Review: A Hopeful Start for the DCU

      The first film in the DCU is here, but is this new take on a classic character the right first step for this new cinematic universe? Tom answers that question as he reviews Superman.
      by Thomas Richards | July 23, 2025

      Netflix Made Me Give a Crap About Formula 1

      Formula 1: Drive to Survive on Netflix brings the drama to the circuit. But is this series good enough to create a new fan of Formula 1? Brandy gives her thoughts and if she is firmly on the sidelines or cheering from the stands.
      by Brandy Brown | July 22, 2025

      Jurassic World: Rebirth Review - A Reborn Franchise?

      Jurassic World: Rebirth is here and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Jurassic franchise. But are new characters and mutated dinosaurs enough to bring this franchise back to its glory days? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this prehistoric revamp.
      by Thomas Richards | July 21, 2025

      Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 5 & 6 Recap: Cryoheists and Boisterous Beths

      Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 5 and 6, “Cryo Mort a Rickver” and “The Curicksous Case of Bethjamin Button”. Iain recaps the middle episodes of Season 8!
      by Iain McParland | July 17, 2025

      Clearing up Blindspot’s Finale Confusion

      Blindspot’s ending is still on our minds, specifically, Iain’s. He explains why the finale is infuriating in so many ways.
      by Iain McParland | July 16, 2025
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      Hypnospace Outlaw, Broken Reality, and Nostalgia for a Time I Never Experienced

      Hypnospace Outlaw and Broken Reality offer a rare insight into the early internet… for a young’un like Tyler, it doesn’t exactly matter how accurate that insight happens to be.
      by Tyler Graham | August 21, 2022

      Clichés are the worst... and the best!

      The killer that just won’t die, the secretly beautiful girl behind glasses, the villain always seems to be British. Clichés are everywhere these days. Let’s dive into some great, and some not so great clichés, while we ignore that explosion right behind us!
      by Nick McKay | August 18, 2022

      5 Tips to Geek Parenting

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      by Charlotte Merritt | August 13, 2022

      Nerfing the Male Ego: Interview with Alyssa Dykstra, Creator of Threads and Thistles Inventory

      In the second installment of Erika Aundawyn's “Women in Gaming'' series, she interviews Alyssa Dykstra, creator of "Threads and Thistles Inventory.'' They discuss Alyssa's small business journey, online harassment, and the interview's title topic: Nerfing the Male Ego.
      by Erika Aundawyn | August 2, 2022

      Here’s Why Gaming Isn't a Waste of Time

      Liza examines why gaming can actually be really good for your overall mental health. Not just a waste of time, huh?
      by Lizabeth Phoenix | July 11, 2022
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      Predictable Blackwater Lane Left Me Bored

      Blackwater Lane, starring Minka Kelly, Dermot Mulroney and Maggie Grace, is a new spooky murder-mystery thriller about a woman who may have witnessed a murder while perhaps experiencing a mental break. Read Iain’s review and let him tell you why he didn’t like it.
      by Iain McParland | January 16, 2025

      The Damned is the Perfect Atmospheric Horror Story for Winter Days

      The Damned is an atmospheric horror story set in the bleak barren wastes of 19th century Scandinavia. Is it worth watching? Well Iain has you covered with this review!
      by Iain McParland | January 10, 2025

      Dandadan’s Chaotic Energy Made It The First Anime I Vibe With

      Dandadan’s first season is now complete. The supernatural and alien-focused series was a bundle of chaotic energy that Iain really vibed with. Check out his review and discover why it may be the gateway anime to get people interested in anime.
      by Iain McParland | January 7, 2025

      Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Review: Peak Fiction

      Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has finally arrived, and it’s even better than we hoped! Join Tom as he breaks down why in his review.
      by Thomas Richards | December 30, 2024

      Squid Game 2 was Worth the Wait

      Squid Game is back and it is just as effective and brutal as it was in its first season. Lily K explains in detail why it was worth the wait. Come along kids; it’s time to play again.
      by Art of Lily K | December 29, 2024

      Kraven the Hunter Review: Have They Learnt Their Lesson?

      Sony has released another film about a Spider-Man villain without Spider-Man. Does Kraven the Hunter defy the odds and be halfway decent? Or is it another Madame Web? Join Tom to find out.
      by Thomas Richards | December 24, 2024

      Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Review: More Than A Recap

      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-.
      by Thomas Richards | December 21, 2024

      It's A Matter of 'Life & Death': Is This New Pack Worth Every Simoleon? | It’s A Sims Thing

      There's a new grim The Sims 4 pack, but is it worth the download? From new careers to new create-a-sim features to better ghosts to tarot cards and even funerals, this new pack has plenty of favorable new features!
      by Stephanie Judge | December 12, 2024

      Wicked Review from a Non-Wicked Fan

      Are you unsure about the Wicked craze? So is Michelle, but she went to see it anyway and is here to tell you if it’s worth it!
      by Michelle Holstine | December 9, 2024

      Wicked: Part 1 is Defying Gravity at the Box Office!

      Good News! The highly anticipated musical sensation Wicked has finally arrived! After a 20-year wait, join Stephanie, our resident Wicked aficionado, as she fangirls over this fantastical untold story on the big screen. Breaking down everything from the soundtrack to the costumes to casting and more!
      by Stephanie Judge | December 6, 2024
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      Wanted: Dead Review - I Love and Hate This Game, And It’s Making Me Crazy!

      Wanted: Dead is a new hybrid shooter slasher action game from 110 Industries. Read our review to see if you should play it. Spoiler alert, only if you really really like action games… or cats.
      by Dan Morris | February 18, 2023

      Five Games I'm Looking Forward to Playing in 2023

      2023 looks to be a good year for gaming. Charlotte lists the top 5 games you should be looking forward to this year.
      by Charlotte Merritt | February 15, 2023

      Risk of Rain 2: Beauty in Isolation

      Risk of Rain 2 is a roguelike third-person action shooter, but that’s not all: read on to discover the beauty of this uniquely lonely game.
      by Tyler Graham | February 6, 2023

      Are Video Games Too Hard Now? Luckily, Accessibility is Making Things Easier for Some

      Stuck on that boss fight for hours? Games can be so damn hard, but developers are working hard to make games accessible for everyone!
      by Nick McKay | February 3, 2023

      10 Exciting Technologies to Get You Hyped for Project LLL

      NCSoft recently revealed gameplay from their newest game, Project LLL. Here are 10 of the coolest gadgets and weapons we were able to pin down from the trailer!
      by Tyler Graham | January 31, 2023
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      Kingdom Hearts: A Stupidly Fun Time

      What do you get when you mix the characters of Final Fantasy with the worlds of Disney? A stupidly good time known as Kingdom Hearts. Thomas Richards breaks down why you should give the Kingdom Hearts series a look, even if it’s a bit dumb.
      by Thomas Richards | August 24, 2022

      Konosuba: A Parody on This Isekai Genre

      Konosuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World is a twisted isekai that pokes fun at this anime genre, but with great original stories and characters!
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      The Rest of Us Podcast - Special Interview with Jeffrey Pierce

      On a special extra episode of The Rest of Us Podcast, we are joined by a very special guest. He is one of the stars of The Last of Us video games, a BAFTA award winner, and all-around big ol’ sweetheart. Adding a little star power to the podcast, we were thrilled to sit down with actor, voice actor, director, producer, and novelist, Jeffrey Pierce.
      by Drew Lewis | February 19, 2023

      Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 5 breakdown

      We’re still a bit shaken up to be honest. The most action-packed episode yet and at the same time the most emotionally devastating. The Last of Us certainly ramped up the tension this week. Join us as we talk about Super Sam and big brother Henry, what we think of the big, badass bloater, and of course, we’re gonna talk about the “I’m Sorry” scene. I’m not crying, you are!
      by Drew Lewis | February 13, 2023

      Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 4 breakdown

      It’s back to Joel and Ellie this week and with a sharper focus on the two reluctant travel companions, we uncover a new threat in Kansas City. Not so much with the infected in this episode but one thing was made clear, humans are just as dangerous! This week, the Jeffrey Pierce fan club talks about the new original characters, some juicy easter eggs, developing story theories, and the inclusion of some iconic scenes from the game.
      by Drew Lewis | February 7, 2023

      Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 3 breakdown

      Among all the darkness and chaos, is a story of love. In the widest departure from its source material, The Last of Us TV series has told one of the most heart-warming and gut-punching love stories on TV for quite some time. There are plenty of easter eggs, talking points, complaints, and theories to cover so get comfy, and let’s talk about Bill and Frank.
      by Drew Lewis | January 31, 2023

      Watching Now: The Last of Us | Episode 2 - Survivors

      It’s that time of the week again, time to talk about the latest episode of HBO series, The Last of Us. It was a whopper this week as we learned more about the Cordyceps infection and met the iconic clickers. They hear like bats and sound like nightmares. Today we’re talking about all the current theories around the show, the evolving Cordyceps infection, and the short-but-sweet story of Tess. Strap in, survivors!
      by Drew Lewis | January 24, 2023
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      The 2025 PAX Aus Indie Showcase Winners Have Been Revealed!

      The 2025 Indie Showcase Winners for PAX Aus 2025 have been revealed, and there look to be some bangers! Join Tom as he gives you the rundown on each of the 12 winners.
      by Thomas Richards | August 1, 2025

      Why That One Moment in Loki Meant So Much

      The Loki series plants a seed for greater bisexual/pansexual visibility, and Stef W shares what that means to her after nearly three decades of misunderstandings.
      by Stef Watson | July 20, 2021

      Until Dawn Will Disappoint Most Fans of the Game

      Until Dawn is the latest video game adaptation on the block. Has PlayStation done the game justice, or should they have not even bothered? Iain has some thoughts on the matter.
      by Iain McParland | May 6, 2025
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