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Iain McParland
46 days ago
Kpop Demon Hunters in Fortnite! Could This Make Me Play?
Rumi, Mira, and Zoey - HUNTR/X! - are coming to Fortnite! I have never played Fortnite, nor do I realistically ever intend to, but this type of collab is one of the first ones to make me seriously consider it. I'm worried about Tom...
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Drew Lewis
51 days ago
Wolverine finally gets a bloody good video game
First off let me congratulate Liam McIntyre (friend of Couch Soup) finally being revealed as the voice of Logan/Wolverine. After watching the epic trailer I think we can all agree Insomniac made the right casting call. Also, damn this game looks violent. Also also, eff you guys for making us wait till fall of 2026.

    Shana Martin
    51 days ago
    The master of horror, Vincent Price, and his legacy…
    Vincent Price, a legend in the horror movie genre is finally getting a documentary about his life and legacy. He so richly deserves!

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      Iain McParland
      8 days ago
      GTA6 Has Been Delayed Again
      I have no f's to give for this, but it seems important. November 2026 is the new "release date" but are we actually believing them this time?
      Andrea Carter
      8 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
      10 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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      Five Things We Want to See at Summer Game Fest 2025

      Summer Game Fest is happening on June 6, 2025 and here are my extremely reasonable demands. Come on gaming industry, don’t let me down! These are our predictions and hopes for gaming announcements at Summer Game Fest.
      by Andrea Carter | June 3, 2025

      5 Games I Can’t Wait To Play On The Nintendo Switch 2

      The Nintendo Switch 2 release date is fast approaching, and the all-important decision on what games to get with the console is at the forefront of all our minds. Tom has compiled a list of 5 games he’s most excited to play on Nintendo’s new console.
      by Thomas Richards | May 30, 2025

      Despelote Will Hit Sports Fans in the Feels

      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!
      by Iain McParland | May 20, 2025

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

      Gears of War has made the console jump to PlayStation with Gears of War: Reloaded, and we are absolutely shocked. Join Tom as he tells you why he is both excited and terrified for this monumental release.
      by Thomas Richards | May 16, 2025

      Blue Prince Is Incredible: A Review (So Far)

      Blue Prince, the roguelike puzzle game from Dogubomb, is flipping incredible and here’s our review… so far. Although Iain has finished the game, there’s still so much more to do because, again, this game is incredible.
      by Iain McParland | May 13, 2025
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      Novocaine Review: A Relatively Painless Experience

      How would life be without pain? That’s a question asked in the new film, Novocaine, but is it worth finding out the answer to this question? Join Tom as he reviews this new action flick.
      by Thomas Richards | April 11, 2025

      A Working Man Review: One Of Statham’s Best

      Another year, another Jason Statham action film, and this time, he’s A Working Man. Join Tom as he reviews what might be one of Statham’s best movies.
      by Thomas Richards | April 8, 2025

      Black Bag Review: A Game Of Trust

      Steven Soderbergh is bringing back the spy thriller genre with his latest film, Black Bag. Join Tom as he lets you know if this genre revival is worth your time and money.
      by Thomas Richards | April 5, 2025

      The Avengers: Doomsday Announcement Was Awesome… But Also Pretty Dumb

      The Avengers: Doomsday cast has been revealed, and it was MEGA HYPE! But also, it was kinda dumb. Let us tell you all of the big announcements and tell you why it may not be all sunshine and rainbows.
      by Iain McParland | March 27, 2025

      The Monkey Bangs the Drum For Chaotic Comedy Horror

      The Monkey is a new comedy horror from Longlegs director Osgood Perkins, adapted from Stephen King’s short story. Let us tell you why this is an entertaining film but not without its problems. It may, however, become a guilty pleasure!
      by Iain McParland | March 20, 2025
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      Ironheart Review: Better Than Expected?

      Ironheart, the long-awaited series, has finally left production hell and landed on Disney+, but was it worth the wait? Tom gives his thoughts on the finale of Phase 5 of the MCU.
      by Thomas Richards | July 15, 2025

      Butterfly Trailer Drops: Prime Video Unveils Action-Packed Spy Thriller Starring Daniel Dae Kim

      Ah, yes. Family reunions. Sometimes they involve awkward hugs and potato salad. Sometimes they involve assassins with daddy issues and suppressed government files. Welcome to Butterfly, Prime Video’s upcoming spy-thriller that just dropped a trailer so intense we needed a glass of water, a lie down, and possibly a therapist on retainer. Go ahead and […]
      by Drew Lewis | July 14, 2025

      We Need to Talk About THAT Squid Game Finale

      Squid Game Season 3 has come and gone, but how did it end? With controversy, that’s how. Iain takes you through the ending and discusses whether it was dumb and/or perfection.
      by Iain McParland | July 13, 2025

      How To Turn Kpop Demon Hunters Into A Franchise

      It’s been a hot minute, but Kpop Demon Hunters still has Tom in its vices so much so that he’s already thinking up potential projects to turn this film into the next billion-dollar franchise.
      by Thomas Richards | July 10, 2025

      M3GAN 2.0 is a T2-like Masterpiece

      M3GAN 2.0, the follow-up to the hit 2022 horror movie, M3GAN, is a masterpiece. The genre-shifting sequel is the perfect follow-up in the most unexpected way. Let us tell you more.
      by Iain McParland | July 8, 2025
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      My Pop Culture Teachers Part 2 (Getting Physical)

      If you could choose your teachers from pop culture characters, which ones would you choose? We can learn a lot from our fictional heroes, so this batch of assignments is for the physical stuff (wink).
      by McKinley Jo | June 17, 2022

      King Of Toilet Games: From An Expert Sitter

      Shana shares her thoughts about toilet games, and recommends two of her favorites.
      by Shana Martin | June 11, 2022

      WAS MEGACON ORLANDO MEGA? OR A CON?

      Megacon Orlando is back! Was it good? Bad? Meh? Jake Brown shares his thoughts on what went well and how next year's convention can be improved.
      by Jake Brown | June 5, 2022

      Elden Ring: A Literal Pain In the Ass

      After 100 hours and countless deaths playing Elden Ring it appears I’ve bruised more than my ego. Lower back gamer pain is real and here are some fitness games to help keep your body nimble for more punishment.
      by Patrick Sutherland | April 13, 2022

      The Accurate (and Not-So-Accurate) Depiction of Naginata in Video Games

      Naginta practitioner and instructor Charlotte looks at how the weapon itself and its use are depicted in video games. Which games are on point? Which ones are sorely lacking?
      by Charlotte Merritt | April 5, 2022
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      Self Driver Shows How Dangerous The Gig Economy Really Is

      Michael Pierro’s new film, Self Driver, shows how the gig economy is a dangerous space to live in. How far would you go for an extra buck? Join us for our review.
      by Iain McParland | December 4, 2024

      Agatha All Along Series Review: A Pleasant Walk Down the Road?

      Agatha All Along has come and gone, so how does it stack up compared to other MCU shows? Join Tom as he gives his overall thoughts on this witch-filled series.
      by Thomas Richards | November 21, 2024

      Gladiator II Review: A Worthy Epic or a Shameless Cash-Grab?

      After a quarter of a century, Gladiator finally has a sequel in the form of Gladiator II. But is it any good? Does it tarnish the legacy of the original? Join Tom as he answers these questions and more in his review.
      by Thomas Richards | November 20, 2024

      Getting Steamy Down Under - The Steam Deck Comes to Australia!

      The Steam Deck is officially coming to Australia! Jordan was lucky enough to get his hands on one to see if it’s worth picking up down under!
      by Jordan Jurkowski | November 19, 2024

      There Should Be No Doubt: Believe in Heretic

      Heretic, the new psychological horror from A24 starring Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East is a movie that will make you question your own beliefs. Let us tell you why this film should be on your must-watch list of 2024.
      by Iain McParland | November 18, 2024

      Sonic X Shadow Generations Review: The True Game of the Year

      Sonic X Shadow Generations is finally here, and it’s better than we could’ve ever imagined. Join Tom as he tells you why this is the true Game of the Year for 2024.
      by Thomas Richards | November 7, 2024

      Dream Sequence: A Nightmarish Little Horror Podcast for Halloween

      Dream Sequence gave me insomnia. Is there something in my dreams that’s out to get me? This nightmarish narrative from Blumhouse, Realm, and iHeart Radio is the perfect horror podcast to close out the spooky season
      by Iain McParland | November 2, 2024

      Venom: The Last Dance Review - A Satisfying End to The Trilogy?

      Venom: The Last Dance is here, but is it a fitting conclusion to the Venom trilogy? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Venom’s final chapter.
      by Thomas Richards | October 28, 2024

      The Sheik Massacre is a Loving (if Gory) Tribute to The Iron Sheik

      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.
      by Iain McParland | October 27, 2024

      Early Birds is a Stylish Swiss Thriller

      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!
      by Iain McParland | October 25, 2024
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      Forspoken... Forced Spoken?

      Forspoken is Square Enix’ newest game, and Erika is here to give her ADHD gamer review on the game and if it's worth your time playing or if it’s a hyper fixation better left forgotten.
      by Erika Aundawyn | January 28, 2023

      Top Ten Generation 9 Pokémon (Scarlet Edition)

      No matter how many weird bugs there were with the gameplay, Pokemon fans were treated to three unique stories in Scarlet and Violet. We love our team of pocket monsters, but which ones from Scarlet stood out the most? Check out Erika’s top 10 list here!
      by Erika Aundawyn | January 23, 2023

      Top Ten Generation 9 Pokemon (Violet Edition)

      The new Paldean Pokedex is filled with Pokémon from the Spanish-inspired region. Ben Hazell goes through his favorites and why he's come to love them.
      by Ben Hazell | January 23, 2023

      Cheap Platinum Trophies and Why I Judge Any Owners of Them

      Would you do anything for a PlayStation trophy? Even poke a mayonnaise jar a kajillion times? Iain will judge you, and here's why in an article rebutting a recent Greg Miller tweet.
      by Iain McParland | January 16, 2023

      Gear Up Soldier! Gears of War Is Chainsawing Its Way Onto Netflix

      INCOMING! With Gears Of War's Netflix deal recently announced, devoted fan Jake Brown shares his thoughts and controversial casting choices for the upcoming film and animated series.
      by Jake Brown | January 11, 2023
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      Watching Now: Marvel's Echo

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      Agatha All Along Season FINALE | Episodes 8 & 9 Discussion & Reactions

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      Death’s Hand in Mine | Agatha All Along Episode 7 Reaction & Discussion

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      Teen's Identity FINALLY Revealed! | Agatha All Along Episode 6

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      We're Still Recovering From THAT Major Twist! | Agatha All Along Ep. 5 | Watching Now Podcast

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      Explaining The Rings of Power Season 2 Season Finale

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      The Last of Us | Episode 1 Breakdown | Watching Now Podcast

      Episode 1 of the HBO series The Last of Us is finally here and… WOW! While you take a moment to catch your breath, join Lily, Erika and Nick as they talk about every moment that took theirs away. These eagle-eyed super fans will be talking about everything they spotted in the show and critically breaking it down. Get your gear, kids, this is going to a wild ride. See you on the other side!
      by Drew Lewis | January 17, 2023

      The Best Trailers of 2022 | TRAILER TALK

      The end of 2022 is here so let's have our Trailer Talk crew tell you what their favorite movie/tv/video game trailers were. There were lots of amazing trailers that dropped this year and while we love watching them and breaking down, in the end, some worked and some didn't. Let's see what trailers made our best of list.
      by Drew Lewis | December 22, 2022

      Cocaine Bear & Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Reactions - TRAILER TALK

      Cocaine Bear is based on a true story? Did the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse trailer just recap the last movie and called it a trailer? Oh, boy. Let's get some reactions to these two wild trailers and highly anticipated films coming next year.
      by Drew Lewis | December 14, 2022

      Indiana Jones 5, The Last of Us, Transformers 7, & Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Reactions - TRAILER TALK

      Indiana Jones is back. HBO's The Last of Us looks faithful to the game. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts gives us old school Optimus Prime look. And Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 teases a tearful ending to these characters. Four epic trailers dropped and so many thoughts running around in our little heads.
      by Drew Lewis | December 8, 2022

      The Super Mario Bros. Movie Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

      The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer is dropping at Nintendo Direct and minutes after its release, we are going to give our first reactions. The teaser got us interested, but that Chris Pratt VO has us confused. Will this new trailer sway us to love or hate this highly anticipated animated feature from Nintendo? Will the fan's outcry lead to change as it did for Sonic?
      by Drew Lewis | December 1, 2022
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      Sexy, Gory and H.R. Giger Inspired Lust From Beyond: M Edition May Tickle Your Fancy

      Lust from Beyond by Movie Games Lunarium is an unabashed homage to Giger and Lovecraft, twisting fantasy and horror with perverse design and sexual desire. But the newly released M version tones down the gore and sex for a more tailored story adventure so that you can enjoy the disturbing nature of this world with a more subtle experience. Let’s dive in.
      by Pagan Plays | February 14, 2022

      Use of Narrative - Action and Literary Device in Iain M. Banks' Use of Weapons

      Iain M. Banks' Use of Weapons is one of the most compelling and complex works of the genre, weaving a complex structure and fascinating setting.
      by Sam Nilsson | August 1, 2024

      Who's Who of Ahsoka

      Ahsoka is almost here, but how can you keep track of all these characters? Join Thomas Richards as he gives you a quick rundown of the major players in the upcoming Disney+ series.
      by Thomas Richards | August 15, 2023
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