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Stephanie Judge
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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
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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
4 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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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle Review – The Beginning of the End

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      PAX Aus 2025: Recapping The Best PAX Aus In Recent Years

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      Alien: Covenant Is Better Than You Think – Challenging The Criticisms

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      Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: Boo, Beasties & Bad Decisions  3 Cryptid Docs for Spooky Season

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      The Naked Gun Review: So Dumb It’s Brilliant

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      One Battle After Another Review: Viva La Revolution!

      Leonardo DiCaprio is back, and this time he’s in a comedic role in Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film, One Battle After Another. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this rather topical film.
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      Alien: Covenant Is Better Than You Think – Challenging The Criticisms

      With the Alien franchise at the forefront of everyone's mind with Alien: Earth wrapping up, we have the previous films on our minds, even the one that a lot of people dislike. But maybe it’s better than you think. Join Tom as he tries to convince you that Alien: Covenant isn’t as bad as you remember.
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      Purr-fect for Halloween viewing, Bruce Campbell has battled far more than Deadites; from bloodthirsty vampires and bug-eyed aliens to an ancient Chinese spirit, his cult classics deliver the ultimate spooky season marathon.
      by Shana MartinSeptember 27, 2025

      Settle Into The Fall Season With Crunchyroll’s 2025 Fall Anime Lineup

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      Leveling Up: The American Writers Museum Celebrates Writing for Role-Playing Games

      Explore the American Writers Museum in Chicago with Couch Soup. We checked out the Level Up: Writers & Gamers exhibit, and we're already looking forward to visiting again soon. Tap in to catch a glimpse of the fun.
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      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
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      PAX Aus 2025: Hands-On With The ROG Xbox Ally X To See If It’s Worth The Price Tag

      Xbox’s first handheld has landed at PAX Aus 2025, and we’ve gotten our hands on it. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the ROG Xbox Ally X and see if it’s worth the hefty price tag.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 20, 2025

      PAX Aus 2025: Drifting Through The Stars With Kirby Air Riders -Game Preview-

      Kirby is hitting the track once again with Kirby Air Riders, and we’ve played it at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his first impressions of this upcoming racing game.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 18, 2025

      PAX Aus 2025: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Is Almost Here, And We Got  A Little Taste Of The Bounty Hunter Life -Game Preview-

      Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a real video game, and no longer just a JPG teaser image, and we’ve played it at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his initial thoughts on this long-awaited game.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 17, 2025

      One Battle After Another Review: Viva La Revolution!

      Leonardo DiCaprio is back, and this time he’s in a comedic role in Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film, One Battle After Another. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this rather topical film.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 16, 2025

      PAX Aus 2025: Hyrule Is At War Once Again in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment -Game Preview-

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      by Thomas RichardsOctober 15, 2025

      Battlefield 6 - Introducing the New Wave of Gaming

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      by Tim BeisiegelOctober 11, 2025

      Alien: Covenant Is Better Than You Think – Challenging The Criticisms

      With the Alien franchise at the forefront of everyone's mind with Alien: Earth wrapping up, we have the previous films on our minds, even the one that a lot of people dislike. But maybe it’s better than you think. Join Tom as he tries to convince you that Alien: Covenant isn’t as bad as you remember.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 10, 2025

      Absolum is the Roguelike Revelation of a Side-Scrolling Beat ‘Em Up

      Absolum, the new game from Dotemu and Guard Crush Games, is a mix between Hades and Streets of Rage 4. Let us tell you why this roguelike is a revelation in the side-scrolling beat ‘em up genre.
      by Iain McParlandOctober 9, 2025

      Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 on Switch - Is it Orbiting Perfection?

      Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 has landed on the Switch family of systems. Join Jordan as he dives into these classic games in the modern age. There is no gravity for a drop in quality here…or is there? Read to find out!
      by Jordan JurkowskiOctober 8, 2025

      Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: A Terrific Comeback For The Ninja Classic

      Shinobi: Art of Vengeance continues the Year of the Ninja in style! Check out why Iain thinks this 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements is a must-play this year!
      by Iain McParlandSeptember 28, 2025
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      PAX Aus 2025: Recapping The Best PAX Aus In Recent Years

      PAX Aus 2025 has come to an end, but that doesn’t mean we’ll stop talking about it just yet. Join Tom as he recaps some of his favourite moments from this year's event.
      by Thomas RichardsOctober 21, 2025

      Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3+4 Review: Worth The Re-run?

      Is Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 a nostalgic ride or a total bail? With classic levels and missing content, does it live up to the originals? Check out the full review #THPS #TonyHawk
      by Jake BrownAugust 6, 2025

      The 2025 PAX Aus Indie Showcase Winners Have Been Revealed!

      The 2025 Indie Showcase Winners for PAX Aus 2025 have been revealed, and there look to be some bangers! Join Tom as he gives you the rundown on each of the 12 winners.
      by Thomas RichardsAugust 1, 2025

      Leveling Up: The American Writers Museum Celebrates Writing for Role-Playing Games

      Explore the American Writers Museum in Chicago with Couch Soup. We checked out the Level Up: Writers & Gamers exhibit, and we're already looking forward to visiting again soon. Tap in to catch a glimpse of the fun.
      by Andrea CarterJuly 29, 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.
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      Settle Into The Fall Season With Crunchyroll’s 2025 Fall Anime Lineup

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      How To Turn Kpop Demon Hunters Into A Franchise

      It’s been a hot minute, but Kpop Demon Hunters still has Tom in its vices so much so that he’s already thinking up potential projects to turn this film into the next billion-dollar franchise.
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      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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      Kpop Demon Hunters Songs Ranked

      The Kpop Demon Hunters soundtrack has been consuming Tom’s mind since he watched the film, so the only reasonable thing to do is rank them. See if his list matches up with your own, or if he got it totally wrong.
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      Crunchyroll Is Bringing The Heat With The Summer 2025 Anime Season

      The Summer 2025 Anime Season is fast approaching, and you’ll need a game plan to watch as much of it as possible. Join Tom as he gives you a starting point for the upcoming anime season.
      by Thomas RichardsJune 23, 2025

      DAN DA DAN: EVIL EYE Review - Maintaining Momentum

      DAN DA DAN has made its theatrical debut with DAN DA DAN: EVIL EYE, but is this sneak peek worth going to the cinema for? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the film.
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      Xbox Developer Direct | Holiday Gaming - Screen Smash 41 Podcast

      The Gang is back to talk about the games they played or didn't play over the holiday break. Then get into all the whip cracking games from the recent Xbox Developer Direct '24 #indianajonesandthegreatcircle #SenuassagaHellblade2 #Avowed Catch every Audio Podcast everywhere you listen Thursday. Catch the show Live on Twitch every Monday night at 6 […]
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      Loki Season 2 has officially ended with the episode “Glorious Purpose”, and what a wild ride it was! Join Couch Soup contributors Lily K, Thomas Richards, Erika Aundawyn, and Iain McParland for a Watching Now special, discussing the series’ ups and downs. Did the Loki series end satisfyingly or did it leave us gasping for more? What did they think of series newcomers? How about that character development: undercooked or jusssstttt right? And what does it all mean for the overarching MCU?
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      Trailers we are reacting to: Avatar The Last Airbender - Showrunner Albert Kim and starring Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Tamlyn Tomita. Ghostbusters Frozen Empire- Directed by Gil Kenan and starring Starring Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace. Let's watch - react - discuss. This is Trailer Talk.
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      Looking for something scary to stream? We got you! This is a new series called Stream Screams and first up is the uniquely terrifying British horror film, The Ritual.
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