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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 KJuly 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 KJuly 23, 2024

Rating Ryan Reynolds Movies on a Scale of Ryan Reynolds

With all of the hype around the upcoming Deadpool and Wolverine movie, Luis decided to sit down and binge some of Ryan Reynolds action movies. Here is how he rated these movies on a scale of Ryan Reynolds.
by Luis RezaJuly 22, 2024

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Monthly Gaming Update: February 2022

Your monthly dose of games be released this month and his one is a doozy. Prepare to die expecting winter... Jon Snow.
by Dan MorrisFebruary 3, 2022

The Best Heroic Thieves and Why We Love Them

When someone mentions the word “thief,” who do you think of first?  There are many characters from all over the world spanning the course of history that fit the idea. You know, the charming, fearless criminal full of wit and charm? That’s the one!   If you’re a fiction aficionado, you may think of characters that […]
by Lizabeth PhoenixJanuary 30, 2022

Is The Marcus Fenix Collection Actually Happening?

Another Microsoft franchise is getting the Master Chief collection treatment, will it be the Marcus Fenix Gears of War collection, or something else?
by Jake BrownJanuary 26, 2022

Xbox To The Rescue. Microsoft To Acquire the Troubled Activision Blizzard.

Wow! Xbox is slated to purchase one of the largest gaming publishers in the world, Activision Blizzard. Maybe, just maybe, Xbox is the Super Hero Activision Blizzard needs right now. 
by Dan MorrisJanuary 19, 2022

Pop-Culture Predictions #1

This week Drew Lewis takes on predictions on the growing PS5 vs Xbox Series X war, whether or not the Uncharted film will do well at the box office and if the most highly anticipated game of the year will actually launch in 2022.
by Drew LewisJanuary 14, 2022

These Free Game Playthroughs are a Great Alternative to TV

Shana shares how watching streaming video game playthroughs, especially from fellow community members, has helped her find satisfying storytelling and engaging entertainment as an alternative to streaming TV and movies.
by Shana MartinJanuary 10, 2022

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Game and Why It’s So Flarking Fun

This fresh but faithful take on Guardians of the Galaxy is a fun and wild ride. Pop in your 80’s mixed tape and get ready to save the world because you got this…Probably.
by Brandy BrownJanuary 6, 2022

Bugsnax: Cute Adventure for Kids or Soft Entry into Horror Games?

Bugsnax toes the line between the adorable and the abominable. Is it the perfect way to ease into horror games? Kim shares her mind-twisting experience with the game.
by Kim PayneJanuary 4, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: January 2022

Were you able to get a hold of a shiny new console that you have been waiting oh so patiently all year for? No? Me either, but that's ok, as the start to 2022 is thankfully a bit slow. Here are all the biggest gaming releases coming in January 2022!
by Dan MorrisJanuary 1, 2022

LET’S ROCK! Aliens Fireteam Elite Review

Guns, Aliens, Online buddies. What could go wrong when playing a Left4Dead style game based on the Aliens Universe?
by Josh NeffDecember 27, 2021

65 – Is The Prehistoric Thriller A Hit or A Miss? 

65 was highly anticipated by audiences across the globe. Did the prehistoric thriller deliver a story that was impactful enough to win viewers over or did the film fall flat in unrealized expectations? Check out what Candace & Lily thought about the thriller and the pros and cons of how the story unraveled.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 21, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 5: Jigoku

In this entry of Scary Good Films series, Matt Kalo will tell you about one hell of a film.
by Matt KaloMarch 13, 2023

A Brief History of the Woodsboro Murders: A Scream 6 Preview

Get your run-down of what you need to know for the impending release of Scream 6! This is the spoiler-filled full account of the Scream saga which started with The Woodsboro Murders. Ghostface is back!
by Iain McParlandMarch 8, 2023

Why Book Adaptations Seemingly Fail

Here’s a short, to-the-point article about why book adaptations fail. Here’s a hint: it doesn’t have anything to do with money.
by Michelle HolstineMarch 2, 2023

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Scarlet Bond – Review

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.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 24, 2023

A Modern Take on a Classic Tale: The Boogeyman Review

Check under your bed and in the closet before watching this. The Boogeyman is out in theaters and we recommend checking it out, here is our review.
by Nick McKayJune 15, 2023

Doctor Who: 60 Years of Wibbly Wobbly, Timey Wimey Adventure

Before Doc Brown said “Great Scott!” and before Bill and Ted told us to be excellent to each other, there was an old man in a stolen time machine. We’ve been watching his (and her) stories for the past 60 years. Charlotte looks at a little of Doctor Who history, and shares some of her favorite episodes.
by Charlotte MerrittJune 13, 2023

Why Bo-Katan Kryze is One of the Best Characters in Star Wars

Bo-Katan Kryze is one of the best characters in Star Wars. Let me tell you why the new leader of Mandalore’s singular motivation makes her the most interesting and screen-worthy figure in the universe.
by Iain McParlandJune 8, 2023

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Spoiler Free Review

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse is out, and it is amazing. Here is our review on the latest Spidey spectacle.
by Nick McKayJune 6, 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 KJune 4, 2023

Fast X: Finale Part 1 Review

The tenth installment of the Fast and Furious franchise, Fast X, is either masterful storytelling, a happy accident, or Iain is just an apologist. Make your own mind up by reading this review!
by Iain McParlandMay 31, 2023

The Final Problem: The Final Season of YOU

Alex talks about a literary connection you might’ve missed in YOU season 4. And which surviving characters from past seasons could return for the show’s final season.
by Alex ShannonMay 22, 2023

The Cruel and Hopeful World of Hunter x Hunter

What makes Hunter x Hunter worth watching in a sea of action anime? Julian breaks down what makes Togashi’s classic, tragic, and hopeful series so wonderfully surprising to this day.
by Julian HermanoMay 21, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 6: Sator

Matt Kalo uncovers a horror film that pushes the limits of micro-budget filmmaking.
by Matt KaloMay 16, 2023

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 – Time to Say Goodbye

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 is here and it’s ready to break our hearts and lift us up at the same time. Did James Gunn pull off a perfect trilogy? Does this movie live up to the high expectations? Let’s see.
by Art of Lily KMay 15, 2023

Nick Cage and His Massive Talent

Nicholas Cage’s reputation precedes himself. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent should be added to your must-see list. It’s everything you expect, yet so much more.
by Candace BissonetteApril 28, 2022

The Games That Define a Generation: The Original PlayStation

The original PlayStation console had a huge library of games during its run. Emmanuel shares the original PlayStation games that meant the most to him, and some of our other Couch Soup contributors share theirs, too.
by Emmanuel AlejandroApril 25, 2022

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E6, “The World Turned Upside Down”

Liza's reeling from the shock of Outlander Season 6 Episode 6, but she pulled herself together enough to recap the events and speculate on who the murderer might be.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 16, 2022

Shrunken kids, giant bugs, and surviving the backyard: Here’s why you should try Grounded

Grounded from Obsidian Entertainment is giving gamers bug-sized adventure scapes for a small group of friends to survive together. Kim shares her experiences with the pre-release version.
by Kim PayneApril 15, 2022

Kick-Ass and Chew Bubblegum! The Rise of the Boomer Shooter

Hail to the King, Baby!! Boomer Shooters are coming back in a big way to blow your face off! Read about the rise of the boomer shooter, their demise, and their new, recent rip and tear out of the ashes!
by Maria KinnunApril 14, 2022

Hey Rockstar, please don’t make any more open world games

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.
by Rohan ElliottApril 11, 2022

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E5, “Give Me Liberty”

John Grey returns and the colonies reach a boiling point! Liza recaps Outlander Season 6 Episode 5 and investigates who's to blame for this love spell business.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 9, 2022

Have YOU Been Fooled by Forensics in Pop Culture?

Forensic and analytical sciences graduate Amelia Brown evaluates the accuracy of forensic investigations in crime scenes from movies and television, featuring crime scenes from CSI: Miami, The Dark Knight, Dexter, and more.
by Amelia BrownApril 7, 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 MerrittApril 5, 2022

Let’s Cook Together Review from the Co-op Couch

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.
by Jake BrownApril 4, 2022
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The Finale Part 1! | EP 10 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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Secret Invasion & Blue Beetle Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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March 30, 2023 | Videos

Micro Transaction Madness! | Screen Smash

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March 29, 2023 | Videos

Space Balls! | EP 9 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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Saucy Tangents with Paul Both – Ep. #84 | TRP

We got to sit down and have an amazing chat with Retro Replay sound engineer and Mixer, Paul Both. Paul has been a musician and sound engineer for over 20 years and has been working on Retro Replay for the past 2 years.
by Dan MorrisMarch 31, 2021

Replayer Interview: Stephanie Watson – Ep. #83 | TRP

Time for something new, we have an interview-style discussion with Stephanie Watson. Stef, aka Jicori, is a Replayer, podcaster, voiceover artist, and editor and co-curator for the Retro Replay website.
by Dan MorrisMarch 24, 2021

Is This a Batman Movie?!

This week... CRUELLA! The one where we learn how Harley Quinn comes to Arkham Asylum... Wait... That's not right! I mean Cruella Devil! Let's breakdown the films editing to color design to costume design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMarch 23, 2021

Who Let the Noobs In? – Ep. #82 | TRP

This week on The Replayer Podcast we are joined by the Destinoobs: Tina, Scott, and James! We talk about Destiny 2 and lots and lots of Mortal Kombat.
by Dan MorrisMarch 17, 2021

Where’s The Goddamn Kitty Cat Bracelt?!

This week... NOBODY! The one where a middle-aged John Wick-type character retrieves a Goddamn Kitty Cat bracelet! Let's breakdown the films editing to color design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisMarch 16, 2021

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The Acolyte Episode 5: Rumble in the Jungle

Episode 5 of The Acolyte is here, and it’s the best one yet! Join Thomas Richards as he breaks down the fights and mysteries in this episode of The Acolyte.
by Thomas RichardsJuly 1, 2024

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 McParlandDecember 4, 2024

Wrestlemania Week: 3 GOOD Acting Performances and 3 BAD ones by Wrestlers in Superhero Media

It’s Wrestlemania 40! It’s a week where superstars become superheroes. It’s not the first time for some of the guys performing this weekend. Here are three good and three bad acting performances by wrestlers in Superhero TV and movies.
by Iain McParlandApril 2, 2024
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Zorro Rides Again: Is The Amazon Prime Series Worth A Second Season?

Shana delves into the dark and gritty world of 19th-century Los Angeles in the Amazon Prime series Zorro! Explaining what makes the series unique and why it needs a second season!
by Shana MartinFebruary 28, 2024

The Holy Filoni Strikes Again: How The Bad Batch is Rewriting Star Wars History

Season 3 of The Bad Batch is finally here. What questions will this season answer? Are we in for more Dave Filoni animation heartbreak? Will any of the Bad Batch survive this season? What's Hemlock up to? Let's talk about it … but be aware spoilers lay ahead!
by Tim BeisiegelFebruary 26, 2024

Revisiting Halo 4: It’s a Good Game, I Swear

With Halo on everyone’s mind, why not look back at one of the less-liked entries? Join Thomas Richards as he revisits one of his personal favourite Halo games, Halo 4.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 23, 2024

Nintendo’s Wonderful Return to PAX Aus!

Nintendo made a wonderful return to PAX Aus this year, and we couldn’t be more excited. Join Thomas Richards as he chats with Kirsty Twohill about everything Nintendo brought to PAX Aus 2023.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 9, 2023

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

Did Doctor Who’s “The Giggle” Prove It’s a Fiery New Start? Madness, Puppets and Politics, the 60th Anniversary Finale

Did the 60th anniversary special revive Doctor Who from its slump, or did it break apart like the Spice Girls? Ben goes into the finer points of the extravagant end to the 3 specials.
by Ben HazellDecember 23, 2023

Top Five Reasons Ahsoka Tano is One of the Greatest Star Wars Characters

To help get you prepared for the upcoming live-action Ahsoka series, Brandy discusses WHY Ahsoka has one of the best story arcs and has put together some essential episodes of The Clone Wars and Rebels.
by Brandy BrownJuly 13, 2023
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