Rick and Morty’s post-Roiland Season 7 continues! Iain explains that the returns of some old adversaries and friends in episode 5 and the creation of some new ones in episode 6 mean that the Rick and Morty train keeps on a-rolling. But the landscape has just changed forever…
Many of the articles about the latest entry for the MCU, The Marvels, tell you how badly the movie is doing, and how bad the movie is. Is that a fair review? Let’s talk about some of the factors surrounding the release of The Marvels.
Are you struggling to make sense of review scores? Here are some great tips to help sift through the noise and find your truth within the chaos of review score aggregators! It’s just the thing you’ll need with The Game Awards and Oscars fast approaching.
Lily K sat down with actor Desmond Chiam (Reef Break, The Shannara Chronicles, Marvel’s The Falcon and The Winter Soldier) to talk about games, movies, and more.
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.
Rohan’s been ruminating on all the open world games at the moment and, to be honest, he’s sick of them. Now he’s sitting Rockstar down for a chat about their condition before it gets any worse.
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?
Don your apron, grab a chef's hat, and don't forget to chop those tomatoes! In Jake Brown's review, he discusses the fast-paced, non-stop cooking frenzy that is Let's Cook Together.
Uncharted virgins Stef and Hoot take a crack at the first video game and the new movie to see what all the hype is about and why their friends are hooked on the franchise.
There’s so much good entertainment out there it can be overwhelming. Luis talks about how trying to balance a “fun” life with an “adult” one is basically like playing a difficult game on hard mode.
The world of that Ghost Ship Games built for Deep Rock Galactic feels epic in scale, brimming with life, which is something you can't always say about a randomly-generated, sandbox-y game.
FromSoftware veteran Patrick and Elden Ring noob Liza share their post-launch impressions, and what they're loving, hating, or dying from in the Lands Between.
Kicking demon butt and helping humanity! How John Romero’s new Doom video game level is bringing wholesomeness to Hell by helping the Ukraine relief effort.
You might be surprised to find out where Zombies first originated in film. It's not what you think! Also, get some recommendations on what zombie films and TV to watch in this installment of The Art of Horror.
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!
In part one of this ongoing series, Liza takes a look at a few of the real-world places that inspired some of pop culture's famous films, shows, and games.
We can learn a lot from fictional characters. If you could choose your teachers from pop culture, which ones would you choose? These are the ones I chose. Today, we touch upon the arts and who gets my creative brain juice going.
After a long wait, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond is here. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his review on this slime-filled film.
Rohan discusses the newest Australian comedy series, Colin from Accounts and why it's a refreshing change of pace from other comedies available on streaming services at the moment.
Marvel’s Phase 5 starts with Ant-Man’s third film which also marks the arrival of Kang, the Conquerer. Critics have been quite harsh with this movie, so let me give another perspective as a very excited Marvel fan.
Alex recommends some cozy romance, historical, and gothic movies and TV shows to get you through the winter, based on popular titles you’ve probably already seen. Hidden gems galore!
Read our recap and review of The Last of Us HBO Episode 5 - Endure and Survive. Ellie and Joel team up with Henry and Sam to escape the confines of Kansas City. Aww, new friends!
Why couldn’t social media shut up about Glass Onion? Let’s go over Rian Johnson’s newest murder mystery and remind everyone to “inbreathiate” what we loved about it.
Matthew Reilly is an author known for pulse-pounding, pulpy action thriller novels that are so much fun to read. Rohan looks at his debut foray into the world of film to see if that signature Matthew Reilly magic survives the jump from page to screen.
With Jurassic World Dominion out in cinemas, bringing the franchise to an end, it is time to take a look back to where it all started. Let’s travel back in time and talk about the beginning of our Dinosaur obsession: Jurassic Park.
MMOs can be fickle beasts to jump into for new players. Warframe’s Angels of the Zariman update looks to make the onboarding process just a little bit easier as the game’s Origin System enters a new era.
Things are heating up in Part III of the Kenobi series! Obi-Wan and Leia continue their venture to return Leia to Alderaan while trying to elude the Empire with the help of some unlikely allies. Tensions ignite on Mapuzo when an imposing enemy comes calling for revenge.
Did you watch Volume 1 of Stranger Things, Season 4? Michelle breaks down the episodes so far, discussing the new kids on the block, the new villain, the story, and just how powerful Eleven is!
The Alien franchise set a precedent for both science fiction horror and for having a heroic female protagonist at the center. Matt Kalo reflects on how Alien reawakened his love for horror and took it to the next level.
Do you like sand? Well you are in luck! Brandy takes a look at the Early Access game My Time at Sandrock by Pathea Games and compares it to their earlier game My Time at Portia.
The Kirby franchise has always flirted with elements of horror just under the surface, but the newest entry, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, kicks that up to 11 with its eerie liminal spaces. Tyler looks at what “liminality” is and why it’s so damn important to this game!
Erika chats with Riot Games copywriter Tori Fica about her path into the gaming industry, the work her team does, and tips for finding and building a career in the industry.
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.
Ever wish you could play a game using your eyes as a controller? Well now you can. Dan Morris reviews Before Your Eyes a very unique game may have gone under your radar, but it is worth looking at.
Sifu is an in-your-face kung fu action game pulled straight out of a Hong Kong martial arts slugfest. And guess what, we liked it. Here is an honest unfiltered take by Dan Morris.
Our Journey As Female Gamers series comes to a close in Part V where Candace sits down with Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake to discuss their own experiences with developing their passion for gaming and what they have loved about the diversity in recent gaming history. Join us for the final candid discussion of the light and dark side of gaming.
Sic Parvis Magna! The long-awaited first full trailer has come for Ruben Fleischer's #UnchartedMovie starring Tom Holland as Nathan Drake and Mark Wahlberg as Victor “Sully” Sullivan. This week we've brought along the other Drake, Nolan North (Uncharted, Destiny, Con Man) to get his thoughts and perhaps new insights on this trailer based on the video game franchise that he starred in. So join us for Trailer Talk as we break down the trailer and chat about those little easter eggs hinted at in the trailer and what this means for casual viewers and fans. Fortune favors the bold.... is Trailer Talk.
It’s not just a call… It’s a warning. The long-awaited first full trailer has come for Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson (“Tenet,” “The Lighthouse”) as the vigilante detective and Bruce Wayne. Join us for Trailer Talk as we break down the latest trailer that dropped and chat about those little easter eggs hinted at in the trailer and what this means for casual viewers and fans. Riddle me this.... is Trailer Talk.
It's a REBOOT or REIMAGINING and the first Resident Evil movie that doesn't have Milla Jovovich! While the older films danced around the themes of the franchise, Director Johannes Roberts is literally bringing the iconic games to life with Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City. Join us for Trailer Talk as we break down the latest trailer that dropped and talk about those little easter eggs hinted at in the trailer and what this means for casual viewers and fans. Bring your T-Virus and Umbrella Corp theories. This is Trailer Talk.
Not satisfied with how Game of Thrones ended? Don't worry HBO is giving the George R.R. Martin world of Westeros another go with the prequel series House of the Dragon. Join us for Trailer Talk as we break down the latest teaser trailer that dropped and talk about those little easter eggs hinted at in the trailer and what this means for casual viewers and fans. This may or may not lead us to spoiler territory so be warned. This is Trailer Talk.
Mike Flanagan brought us Haunting of Hill House and Bly Manor and now his seven-part horror series Midnight Mass is here to scare the bejesus out of you. Join us live with Trailer Talk as we break down the latest Midnight Mass trailer and talk about why we love/hate this genre. Let's talk about those major religious overtones and what Father Paul is actually up to. Also, did we spot Rahul Kohli, a past Retro Replay guest playing a sheriff? This may or may not lead us to spoiler territory so be warned. This is Trailer Talk.
Netflix’s new original movie is here. Damsel, played by Millie Bobby Brown promised to be a fantasy epic but fell head first due to some missed opportunities, bad writing, and underwhelming action.
The DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has been fully released, but is it worth the money and time? Join Thomas Richards as he gives his thoughts on Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero.
The first guests, including the Storytime speaker, are announced for PAX Aus 2023! Join Thomas Richards as he gives you the rundown on the latest PAX Aus info drop.
The new Mike Flanagan series is here and it is even better than anyone could ever hoped for. It’s a cautionary tale and I will dissect as many things in it as humanly possible. A perfect ode to the works of Edgar Allan Poe
Star Wars Celebration is here once again, and there’s no shortage of excitement this year. Join Thomas Richards as he goes over all the amazing announcements from the event, which had something for every type of Star Wars fan.
Kenobi’s story continues in Part II. What new corners of the galaxy will we discover? Will Obi-Wan be able to rescue the Princess? Will they be able to escape the Inquisitors?
Michelle is back with the recap and breakdown of what happens in Episode 4 of House of the Dragon! Chaos is indeed a ladder, and it is filled with cringe!
