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Stephanie Judge
98 days ago
New Wicked: For Good Character Posters Dropped
Wow! These. Are. Fire! I can't believe this release is in a month! Coleman Domingo as the Lion is peak casting. Everyone ate. No questions about it. From Boq's angry energy to Glinda's pink glow, I love how uniquely each one reflects the character and who they are perfectly. 
Drew Lewis
99 days ago
Adam Driver pitched "The Hunt For Ben Solo" with Soderbergh!
Adam Driver reveals he was developing a new Star Wars movie, ‘THE HUNT FOR BEN SOLO’ with Steven Soderbergh. Was set after ‘The Rise of Skywalker’. Lucasfilm loved the idea, but Disney said no — “They didn’t see how Ben Solo was alive”. Yet "somehow Palpatine returned" is literally the plot of Rise of Skywalker. […]
Iain McParland
103 days ago
Dead Space 4? Maybe?
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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JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution Review – A Whole New Game Awaits
JUJUTSU KAISEN is back with Season 3, but what if you need a refresher before diving back into the series?...
by Thomas Richards | January 22, 2026
The LEGO presentation at CES. A man is on stage with a projection of his LEGO set on a screen above his head. The room is dark.

First Look at the CES 2026 LEGO Reveal of Smart Bricks
LEGO is changing the way we play one more time with the launch of SMART Bricks. Come along with us...
by Andrea Carter | January 14, 2026
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Film Club Review - A Nerdy Romantic Comedy For Us
Film Club is a hopeful, nerdy romantic comedy that left a fuzzy feeling in Iain’s heart. Despite its heavy themes,...
by Iain McParland | January 12, 2026
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Stranger Things vs Dungeons & Dragons: Which Monsters Reign Supreme?
Do the Upside Down’s monsters live up to the tabletop hype? I’m dusting off the Monster Manual to pit the...
by Michael Saint Gregory | January 4, 2026
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Fractured Blooms Blossoms into Something Sinister
The developer behind the genre-bending Doki Doki Literature Club, Serenity Forge, has released a demo for their next title, Fractured...
by Andrea Carter | December 30, 2025

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Iain McParland
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LOBO FIRST LOOK!
Jason Momoa as Lobo in the new Supergirl movie has been revealed! It's gonna be interesting, for sure, to see if they explain away the alternate universe Aquaman of it all...
Iain McParland
4 days ago
Sinners Breaks Oscar Nomination Record with 16!
Hey, I loved Sinners. It was great. And I'm not being a hater here, but 16 seems a little excessive, right? Is this more because it qualifies for so many awards rather being the most exceptional at all of them? If Golden doesn't win Best Original Song, we riot.
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    Rating Every Assassin’s Creed Platinum Trophy

    With Assassin’s Creed Shadows on the horizon, Tom has Assassin’s Creed on his mind. More specifically, the platinum trophies from the series. Join him as he ranks every platinum trophy from the Assassin’s Creed series.
    by Thomas Richards | March 24, 2025

    FOR DEMOCRACY! Katherine Baskin of Arrowhead Game Studios discusses Helldivers 2

    If you have been on the fence about joining the fight for Democracy, there is no better time than now to do just that. We sat down with Katherine Baskin of Arrowhead Game Studios to talk about Helldivers 2, the community around the game and more! How about some LIBER-TEA?
    by Tim Beisiegel | March 14, 2025

    Afterlove EP is Endured Rather Than Enjoyed, But That’s What Grief Is

    Afterlove EP, the last game from Mohammad Fahmi is out now for all platforms. Let us tell you why, although it’s not perfect, it’s worth experiencing. Make no mistake, this game is endured and not enjoyed, but it’s worth it.
    by Iain McParland | March 12, 2025

    Tides of Annihilation Looks To Be Everything I Want In An Action Game

    Tides of Annihilation was one of the new announcements from the latest State of Play, and it looks like it’ll be a banger. Tom will tell you all about why it might be the perfect game for him.
    by Thomas Richards | March 6, 2025

    The 2025 Pokémon Day Pokémon Presents Had Some Interesting Developments

    Pokémon Day 2025 has come and gone, which means all manner of Pokémon updates from the latest Pokémon Presents, but was it worth waiting a year? Tom fills you in on all the big Pokémon news.
    by Thomas Richards | March 5, 2025
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    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

    Blood Star’s Antagonist is Among the Best of the Year

    Blood Star, the highlight of Iain’s time at Grimmfest, is the road horror movie you should be watching this year. With a genuinely sadistic villain and a protagonist you can get behind, you should add this movie to your watch list. Let us tell you why.
    by Iain McParland | October 21, 2024

    Succubus is a Cautionary Tale About Who You Swipe Right On

    Grimmfest’s Sunday evening slot went to Succubus, a reimagining of a classic monster story for the modern age. For anyone out there going through the hell of online dating, at least you’re not Chris, matching with a malevolent entity! Let us tell you more about Succubus in our review.
    by Iain McParland | October 11, 2024
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    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

    Blood Star’s Antagonist is Among the Best of the Year

    Blood Star, the highlight of Iain’s time at Grimmfest, is the road horror movie you should be watching this year. With a genuinely sadistic villain and a protagonist you can get behind, you should add this movie to your watch list. Let us tell you why.
    by Iain McParland | October 21, 2024

    Succubus is a Cautionary Tale About Who You Swipe Right On

    Grimmfest’s Sunday evening slot went to Succubus, a reimagining of a classic monster story for the modern age. For anyone out there going through the hell of online dating, at least you’re not Chris, matching with a malevolent entity! Let us tell you more about Succubus in our review.
    by Iain McParland | October 11, 2024
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    HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle Review: An Epic Showdown Between Cats and Crows

    After years of waiting, the next match of the Spring National Tournament is here with Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle. Join Thomas Richards as he reviews this latest theatrical instalment.
    by Thomas Richards | June 22, 2024

    The Acolyte Episode 3: The Origin of a Sociopath

    Episode 3 of The Acolyte has dropped, and it’s a controversial episode, to say the least. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on Episode 3, “Destiny”.
    by Thomas Richards | June 18, 2024

    Tunic: The Perfect Blend of Zelda Nostalgia and Souls-like Challenge

    I FINALLY played Tunic. Join Jordan as he goes into detail about why he can’t believe he missed out on this gem for so long!
    by Jordan Jurkowski | June 17, 2024

    From Fear to Fascination: My Journey With Steelrising's Mechanical Marvels

    Steelrising was a game released by Spiders in 2022. Join Brandy as she takes a quick look at why you might like to go back and try this fun little game that takes place in a seriously dark alternate history.
    by Brandy Brown | June 15, 2024

    Three Korean Horrors You MUST Watch

    The series continues! I already recommended the three Korean Thrillers you must watch and now it is time to talk about: Horrors. That's right! We will be stepping into the scary territory. So strap in and let's dive in!
    by Art of Lily K | June 14, 2024

    The Watchers Wastes its Intriguing Premise and Squanders its Potential

    The Watchers, the new horror film from Ishana Shyamalan has Dakota Fanning attempt to escape an unescapable forest whilst monsters watch her from just out of reach. Unfortunately, the setup is far better than the execution. Let us tell you why.
    by Iain McParland | June 12, 2024

    The Acolyte Episode 1 & 2: An Intriguing Start

    The latest Star Wars Disney+ series is here, but is it worth your time? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews the first two episodes of The Acolyte.
    by Thomas Richards | June 9, 2024

    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Review - The Best Film of the Year?

    The latest film in the Mad Max series, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, is here. How does this film hold up compared to the rest of the series? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Furiosa.
    by Thomas Richards | June 5, 2024

    The Batman Made a Big Swing but Somehow Punched Itself in the Face

    Matt Reeves’ The Batman took a huge risk, delving into the noir genre of film. However, the slam dunk this film should have been for the World’s Greatest Detective rebounded off the rim. We tell you why this film missed the mark.
    by Iain McParland | June 3, 2024

    A Tale of Courage and Fantasy: Why The Wingfeather Saga Series Is Winning Hearts

    Shana explores the town of Glipwood and shares her first impressions of season one of Angel Studios' The Wingfeather Saga, and why it’s worth watching.
    by Shana Martin | May 31, 2024
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    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

    Bringing home a Stray! Was it worth the wait?

    The new cat centric game Stray is out now and cat lover Maria just cannot wait to get her paws on it! Check out her review of this feline fueled adventure.
    by Maria Kinnun | July 28, 2022

    Build, Hunt, Rise - V Rising Review

    Patrick Sutherland's look into the newest Steam game that'll drive you batty, V Rising. Gather your friends and prepare to spill some blood in this base-building, third-person, vampire survival game.
    by Patrick Sutherland | July 27, 2022

    Spec Ops: The Line - 10 Years On

    Rohan’s peering into the Heart of Darkness while celebrating Spec Ops: The Line’s 10th anniversary. Check out this hat tip to the incredible, immersive game.
    by Rohan Elliott | July 18, 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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    BLONDE Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

    Undeniably an icon, Marilyn Monroe was the envy of men and women for decades, but Director Andrew Dominik looks to explore her complicated life in BLONDE. Starring Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, Adrien Brody, Bobby Cannavale, Xavier Samuel, and Julianne Nicholson, this is clearly Netflix's best bet for a shiny gold Oscar come March. There's a lot to unpack, so bring your Chanel No. 5 and join us.
    by Drew Lewis | August 4, 2022

    The Best Comic Con 2022 Trailers Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

    The 2022 San Diego Comic-Con, per usual, dropped some highly anticipated trailers as well as a few surprises. From an emotionally driven Blank Panther trailer juggling the weight of the loss of Chadwick Boseman to a teaser for John Wick 4 to a National Treasure TV show teaser that no one saw coming and more. Let's discuss what worked and what didn't, and what we're excited to see more of in the coming months.
    by Drew Lewis | July 27, 2022

    What to Play if Not Stray | TRP: Ep 128

    Stray is out and we haven't played it! Not yet at least. Instead, we discuss the latest gaming news and a round of what we have been playing!
    by Dan Morris | July 22, 2022

    The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

    Let's go back thousands of years before The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and let's also leave Peter Jackson out of this incarnation but take a lot of his visual design language for this new Amazon Prime series Rings of Power. The 3rd teaser trailer finally gives us something substantial to look at and some glimpses of who and what will be featured in Middle-earth for this incarnation. Let's dive deep into the Misty Mountains or sail all the way to Númenor and break it down.
    by Drew Lewis | July 19, 2022

    Boomer Shooter Resurgence. | TRP: Ep 127

    Are Boomer Shooters Back? We talk about some of our favorites and why you should see what all the fuss is about.
    by Dan Morris | July 16, 2022
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    Nerdi Gras: A New Con That Blends Nerd Culture and Bourbon Street

    Nerdi Gras is the newest Atlanta-area nerd convention on the scene, and co-owner Kevin Stallard shared with us how it all came together.
    by Stef Watson | April 10, 2023

    How to Win at Storytelling - Across the Spider-Verse Review

    Into the Spider-Verse was an absolute banger, so everyone waited in anticipation for the next installment. Well, I don’t think any of us thought that they would make something even better than the first one.
    by Art of Lily K | June 4, 2023

    Gears For Years: A Life-Altering Story

    Fascinated by a series where humanity faces extinction and that the only hope is that there is a tomorrow, Gears of War enthusiast Jake Brown tells a tale of how a game unexpectedly brought him friendship, love, and a bright future.
    by Jake Brown | February 22, 2021
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