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Iain McParland
61 days ago
Glen Schofield says he's more optimistic about a sequel to Dead Space 3 since the sale of EA. I'm not sure, dude. The head honcho Wilson is still in charge there, right? Even with the new owners, it seems like a long shot...
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Iain McParland
64 days ago
Happy anniversary to Naughty Dog, Drake, Chloe, Elena, Sully, Tenzin, and that asshat Flynn! Walk with me down memory lane with the first episode of the Definitive Playthrough with Nolan North and Troy Baker.

    Shana Martin
    64 days ago
    Do you like point-and-click adventure games? Do you like Disney’s Haunted Mansion? You need to check out this trailer… and don’t forget your death certificate!

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      Drew Lewis
      5 days ago
      James Gunn's DCU is in full swing, as less than a year after his reboot of Superman, we get Supergirl, who's a bit lost in her place in the world and therefore drinks and is a bit reckless. But don't worry, her dog Krypto is here to pee on a Superman-headlined newspaper for comedy. Seriously, […]

        Thomas Richards
        7 days ago
        Cancer sucks, and games are awesome; so why not use games to raise money to beat cancer! Game On Cancer is currently in the middle of its Holiday Spectacular, raising money to support Cure Cancer. Streamers have been going live since the 1st of November in support of this great cause, and you can join […]
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        Stephanie Judge
        8 days ago
        Our first look at the Character posters for Stranger Things Volume 2. Are you ready? I am... Well... Not emotionally prepared. Let's go!
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        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

        The July Pokémon Presents Is What I Expected...For the Most Part

        Another Pokémon Presents is here with all the latest news from the Pokémon series. Join Tom as he breaks down all the major reveals from the event.
        by Thomas RichardsJuly 28, 2025

        Ready or Not - Should You Buy the Game?

        New from Void Interactive is the game Ready or Not, available on PS5, Xbox and PC through Steam. Thinking about buying it? Here are some things for you to think about before you buy.
        by Tim BeisiegelJuly 25, 2025

        PAX Aus 2025 Is Upgrading Its Tabletop Scene

        PAX Aus 2025 is still a few months away, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start building the hype! Join Tom as he gives you the rundown on the latest tabletop news for PAX Aus 2025.
        by Thomas RichardsJuly 5, 2025

        Hyper Training is Coming to Pokémon GO!

        Pokémon GO is bringing Hyper Training into the game alongside the new Ancients Recovered event, but what is Hyper Training, and why should you care? Join Tom as he tells you all you need to know about Hyper Training and the new Pokémon GO additions.
        by Thomas RichardsJune 23, 2025
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        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 RichardsApril 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.
        by Thomas RichardsApril 13, 2025

        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 RichardsApril 12, 2025

        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 RichardsApril 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 RichardsApril 8, 2025
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        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 RichardsApril 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.
        by Thomas RichardsApril 13, 2025

        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 RichardsApril 12, 2025

        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 RichardsApril 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 RichardsApril 8, 2025
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        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 McKayAugust 18, 2022

        5 Tips to Geek Parenting

        Think you need to give up nerd culture just because you’ve had kids? Think again! Here’s 5 things that helped me raise a pair of nerds.
        by Charlotte MerrittAugust 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 AundawynAugust 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 PhoenixJuly 11, 2022

        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 JoJune 17, 2022
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        Sonic the Hedgehog 3: The Movie that Succeeds On All Fronts

        Ben went to see Sonic 3 in the pictures and had to tell everyone about how good it was. Let Ben tell you more about the fastest hedgehog in the cinema this winter.
        by Ben HazellJanuary 28, 2025

        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 McParlandJanuary 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 McParlandJanuary 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 McParlandJanuary 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 RichardsDecember 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 KDecember 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 RichardsDecember 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 RichardsDecember 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 JudgeDecember 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 HolstineDecember 9, 2024
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        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 McKayFebruary 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 GrahamJanuary 31, 2023

        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 AundawynJanuary 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 AundawynJanuary 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 HazellJanuary 23, 2023
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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 LewisJanuary 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 LewisDecember 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 LewisDecember 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 LewisDecember 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 LewisDecember 1, 2022
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        Rogue Sun Heating Up the Competition as Best Original Superhero

        So you want to start reading or collecting comic books and you’re not sure where to start? I can point you in the right direction: a fresh series called Rogue Sun that you can read without hundreds of issues of established lore!
        by Josh NeffApril 23, 2023

        Bye Sweet Carole is a Sinister Disney Animated Feature Made Playable

        Bye Sweet Carole is the 2D survival game from an alternate Disney universe where everything is creepy and sinister. Iain tells us that, despite its flaws, this game might still be worth your time.
        by Iain McParlandNovember 17, 2025

        The Return of Kenobi Review, Part I

        The highly anticipated series Kenobi has finally arrived! Where is Obi-Wan's story going to take us? And will this new Star Wars series live up to the hype? Candace gives her recap and reactions to the first episode of the new series.
        by Candace BissonetteJune 2, 2022
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