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Why Boomers and Gen Z’ers Have it Easy

Do you remember a time before the interwebs? You're old! Do you only know a time with the interwebs? You're too young!! Do you know both? Then you are right where you need to be. Take this journey with the rest of us in-betweeners so you know how much harder we have it than you!
by Michelle Holstine | January 7, 2024

Abigail: The Prima Ballerina of Pain is a Revelation in Horror Comedy

They kidnapped a vampire. A ballerina vampire! Abigail, the new horror comedy from Universal Pictures aims to arabesque, pirouette and plié into our hearts. We tell you why it’s succeeded, and it needs to be added to your must-watch list!
by Iain McParland | May 1, 2024

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 Richards | June 1, 2025

The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 3 Action Movies So Good It’s Supernatural!

Shana with help from Louie recommends, and explains why these supernatural action films are nothing to scream at.
by Shana Martin | October 11, 2023

7 Things a New Fallout 76 Player Needs to Know in 2023

Fallout 76 may have had a disastrous launch, but there has never been a better time to get into the game. Here are 7 key tips every new Fallout 76 player needs to know about as they enter the Appalachian wasteland!
by Tyler Graham | March 18, 2023
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Returning to Yharnam: Now’s the time for a Bloodborne PC port

As PlayStation moves more of its titles to PC, Tyler asks, “what gives?” Here’s why Bloodborne should get a shiny new PC port.
by Tyler Graham | July 5, 2022

A Tiny Sticker Tale Review: Where Stickers Hold the Power to a Heartfelt Story

Looking for something different? Something super wholesome? Look no further than A Tiny Sticker Tale! Here is our review of this adorable little indie title available right now!
by Nick McKay | October 7, 2023

Fate/Strange Fake – Whispers of Dawn: I’m Confused, But I Love It

Fate is back, baby! Fate/Strange Fake - Whispers of Dawn is here, but is it any good? Join Thomas Richards as he lets you know why this TV special is something you need to check out right now!
by Thomas Richards | July 12, 2023

Spaceballs 2 has been Announced… Yay?

After all the pleading, begging, and human sacrifices, Spaceballs 2 has been announced… but is it time for celebration or despair? Rohan and Brandy take us through their reactions to this long-awaited sequel announcement.
by Rohan Elliott | June 28, 2024
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Favorite Robert Redford Film… I’ll Go First.
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      We Went to the Electric Playhouse Experience in Las Vegas

      Electric Playhouse is the latest in the long lineage of experiential arcades popping up across the country, and we got an exclusive look at their Las Vegas location (and scored big numbers on HideyCube).
      by Andrea Carter | February 6, 2025

      Why Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Isn’t ALL Bad

      Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is winding down. The final season is upon us, and Rocksteady is moving on to other projects. It’s not a good game, but let us tell you why it’s not ALL bad. There’s definitely some fun to be had!
      by Iain McParland | January 30, 2025

      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 Hazell | January 28, 2025

      Will Assassin’s Creed: Shadows Be Better Than These Top 3 Assassin’s Creed Games?

      Jordan is eagerly waiting for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. To prepare, he is looking at his top three AC games! Which ones make the list? Read more to find out.
      by Jordan Jurkowski | January 25, 2025

      The Milestone Platinum: A Trophy Hunter’s Anxiety-Ridden Journey

      Do you care about Platinum Trophies? Do you plan meaningful ones for milestones? Or do you have more of a life than Iain? He cares, and it’s been an anxiety-ridden journey to number 200. Let him tell you more.
      by Iain McParland | January 23, 2025
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      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

      Start off 2025 right with these Swoon-Worthy Romantic Comedies

      2025 is upon us and if 2024 is any indication of what's to come, it looks like it'll be a wild ride! Join Rohan as he soothes any anxiety with a list of his favourite rom-coms to ring in the new year.
      by Rohan Elliott | January 5, 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

      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

      That Trailer is Super, Man!

      DC has released the trailer for James Gunn’s new take on Superman coming in July 2025. There’s lots to talk about, whether you prefer James Gunn or Zack Snyder's vision for DC. Let’s dive into the trailer and see what stands out.
      by Tim Beisiegel | December 24, 2024
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      When is the Time Right to Nope Out of a TV Show?

      What are the acceptable times to quit watching a show you’ve invested time into? Iain is here to break down the various milestones and chide you for crazy behavior.
      by Iain McParland | June 2, 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 Richards | June 1, 2025

      Giving Lezine, the Singing Hero of Ghorman, His Flowers

      Andor’s Ghorman arc was heartbreaking and powerful, but one Ghor stood out among the rest. It’s time to give the singing hero of Ghorman, Lezine, his flowers.
      by Iain McParland | May 29, 2025

      Andor Season 2 Review: Star Wars Perfection

      Andor Season 2 has come to an end, and what a season of television it was. Join Tom as he reviews what could be the best Star Wars project in years.
      by Thomas Richards | May 28, 2025

      Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 Review – A Middling Return

      Daredevil has returned to TV with Daredevil: Born Again, but was this long-awaited return worth the wait? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this return to Hell’s Kitchen.
      by Thomas Richards | May 27, 2025
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      Counting Diapers and Judging Poop

      Join me in my journey through new parenthood, with a different take than the usual pregnancy article. Pregnancy and new parenthood isn’t always puppies and rainbows, sometimes the puppies are muddy and the rainbows are cloudy!
      by Michelle Holstine | October 16, 2021

      Our Journey As Female Gamers Part III – Featuring Maria Kinnun & Jen Miller

      Can certain aspects of gaming help give your confidence a boost? Is it possible to regain a deep passion for a hobby that has taken a hiatus in your life? Check out this discussion with Maria Kinnun and Jen Miller as we talk about their own personal gaming experience and what they hope to see from the gaming industry in the future.
      by Candace Bissonette | September 22, 2021

      Yes, I Live With A Survival Horror Junkie

      So you live with a survival horror junkie. This is the tale of a survival horror junkie and the person who chooses to live with them.
      by Brandy Brown | August 23, 2021

      Dear Uncle Alice: A Fan Letter!

      What songs or artists have you listened to that help you through rough times? Replayer Shana writes a fan letter to Alice Cooper.
      by Shana Martin | August 6, 2021

      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
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      House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale Recap

      House of the Dragon finished pretty underwhelmingly. Dive in as we go through the episode recap, what went wrong, and if we are looking forward to season 3!
      by Michelle Holstine | August 6, 2024

      The Weird Nun Game Everyone Should Be Talking About: Indika

      Indika is one of the weirdest gaming experiences of 2024. This trippy game explores one nun’s relationship with her religion but in a fun way. Let us tell you why this is simply a must-play!
      by Iain McParland | August 3, 2024

      Deadpool & Wolverine – Big Spoilery Fun Review

      Deadpool and Wolverine is here to save the MCU (and cinema, to be fair), and it is time for this critic to take a look at what they created. Did it live up to the expectations? Were there any expectations? Was it really a good idea to bring back Wolverine? Is Ryan Reynolds really the Marvel Jesus? Let’s find out.
      by Art of Lily K | July 27, 2024

      Sweet Home – Final Season Review

      Sweet Home’s final season dropped on Netflix, and it is time to talk about it. Did we get the ending we wanted and the characters deserved? Read on to find out!
      by Art of Lily K | July 23, 2024

      The Acolyte Episode 8: Consequences

      The season finale of The Acolyte is here, and a lot is riding on it. Join Tom as he breaks down this episode and sees if it stuck the landing.
      by Thomas Richards | July 20, 2024

      Bridgerton Season 3 | Goodbye Citrus Colors and Hello Carriage Scandals

      After a long two-year hiatus, the wait for Season 3 of Netflix's Bridgerton is finally over. From budding romances to But did this whirlwind season live up to my expectations or fall flat? Let's unravel the juiciest bits of the season, from the good to the bad and even the controversial narrative changes.
      by Stephanie Judge | July 19, 2024

      MaXXXine is the Perfect Finale to Ti West’s Horror Trilogy

      MaXXXine, the final film in Ti West’s horror film series featuring Mia Goth, is a terrific ending to an almost perfect trilogy. Join us as we tell you why this should be on your watchlist.
      by Iain McParland | July 15, 2024

      The Acolyte Episode 7: A Different Point of View

      The penultimate episode of The Acolyte is upon us, and it’s another flashback. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this trip through history from a certain point of view.
      by Thomas Richards | July 13, 2024

      Tower of God Season 2: New Faces, New Mysteries, Same Epic Adventure!

      Season 2 of Tower of God is coming to Crunchyroll, but is it worth the four-year wait? Join Tom as he gives you his thoughts on the first two episodes of this new season.
      by Thomas Richards | July 11, 2024

      Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor Who Has Problems

      The latest season of Doctor Who has been interesting, to say the least. But it’s not been good. Ncuti Gatwa’s incarnation has had problems that need to be addressed for season two.
      by Iain McParland | July 10, 2024
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      Take a Chance With A Monopoly Movie

      The Monopoly movie has not passed GO since 2009. Let's roll the dice with Luis Reza to see what this community thinks about a possible Monopoly movie being made.
      by Luis Reza | December 16, 2022

      The Games that Define a Generation – PlayStation 3

      Emmanuel continues his series looking at PlayStation's console-defining games with the PlayStation 3: The Last of Us, Demon's Souls, and more!
      by Emmanuel Alejandro | December 15, 2022

      Women in Gaming: ThatNerdViolet, Safely Queer and Beautifully Positive

      In Erika’s latest Women in Gaming article, we are introduced to ThatNerdViolet, a Twitch streamer who has created a beautifully safe and extremely fun place for her community!
      by Erika Aundawyn | December 13, 2022

      Kick Bastards is Shaping Up to Be a Kickass Game

      There are never enough freerunning games to scratch Tyler’s parkour itch, but he’s found a promising entry into the space that looks to be building on the games that came before it.
      by Tyler Graham | December 8, 2022

      4 Great TTRPGs That Aren’t D&D

      Want to play a TTRPG that doesn’t involve dungeons and/or dragons? Here are some great tabletop role-playing games to explore and start a new adventure with your friends.
      by Michael Saint Gregory | November 22, 2022
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      Andor Season Review | Watching Now Podcast

      All twelve episodes of season 1 of Andor are now on Disney+, and Couch Soup co-creator and super Star Wars nerd Drew Lewis is joined by his long-time friends and Star Wars fans Chris Mills and Sam Williamson for a special Watching Now episode breaking down the first season.
      by Drew Lewis | November 25, 2022

      Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

      Not since Clue has murder mystery been this hot, and Rian Johnson's Knives Out is the new gold standard; with his sequel Glass Onion coming in a few weeks, let's watch the latest trailer and see if we can't put together all the pieces to this puzzle box. Who dunnit? It's obvious... Robot Santa! Our second trailer of the show is Christmas Bloody Christmas which might have the most ludicrous holiday movie plot since Krampus. Is it so bad you laugh or cry or both? Let's break it all down.
      by Drew Lewis | November 15, 2022

      A Christmas Story Christmas Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

      Ralphie (Peter Billingsley) is all grown up and now has to tackle Christmas as a Dad. The classic holiday movie finally has the sequel everyone, or no one was asking for. HBO Max is trying real hard by bringing back a good chunk of the original cast for nostalgia's sake. Sprinkled in with some fun call back, this will likely be a must-watch for families this holiday season. But is it a good trailer, and better yet, does it look like a good movie? Let's break it all down.
      by Drew Lewis | November 8, 2022

      Decoding Dragons | House of the Dragon Season 1 Finale Lore Breakdown & Reactionf

      In this episode of Decoding Dragons, Liza and Michelle are joined by fellow high fantasy reader Ayana and bookstagrammer Elizabeth Sagan to break down the shocking season 1 finale! They talk about all things House of the Dragon Episode 10, "The Black Queen," debate Rhaenyra's coronation, tell you about the mystery dragon Daemon's singing to, and more. Don't miss out as they react to the fiery finale and give you their House of the Dragon season 2 predictions! Don't forget to check out Elizabeth's bookstagram linked below for a ton of incredible book recommendations!
      by Drew Lewis | October 26, 2022

      Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania Trailer Reactions & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

      We're going deeeep into the Quantum Realm with Ant-Man and the Wasp and the whole family. This is going to be one trippy family adventure, and the appearance of Jonathan Major's Kang is finally making his big screen appearance. This might be the first Ant-Man with some major stakes! Let's break it all down.
      by Drew Lewis | October 25, 2022
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      Star Wars meets The Goonies: Why Skeleton Crew Might Just Win Over Both Kids and Adults

      Fresh off the divisional rift caused by The Acolyte, the next Star Wars adventure takes flight in December of 2024 with the title Skeleton Crew. Many see it as “Goonies in Space” or “Far, Far Away Stranger Things”, but what can we really expect?
      by Tim Beisiegel | September 11, 2024

      Kpop Demon Hunters Sequel Ideas That Need To Happen

      Tom is desperate for a sequel to Kpop Demon Hunters so much so that he’s come up with a couple of ideas for what could happen in the potential continuation.
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      The PAX Aus 2025 Storytime Speaker Has Been Announced!

      PAX Aus 2025 is less than a month away, and we are now getting all of the juicy reveals about what will be at the show this year. Over the past few weeks, big names such as Xbox, Riftbound, and The Sims have been confirmed to be making the trek down under (Xbox for the […]
      by Thomas Richards | September 16, 2025
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