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Predator: Killer of Killers Review – An Anthology of Murder

Predator: Killer of Killers hit streaming last month, bringing the franchise into the animated space, but is it worth a watch, even if you’ve never seen a Predator film before? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this anthology of murder.
by Thomas Richards | July 31, 2025

Ballard is Much More Than Bosch-Lite

Michael Connelly’s Bosch universe keeps on expanding with Ballard. But this show is much more than a spinoff or a cash grab. Iain explains why Maggie Q’s new police procedural is worth your time.
by Iain McParland | July 30, 2025

Ready or Not – Should You Buy the Game?

New from Void Interactive is the game Ready or Not, available on PS5, Xbox and PC through Steam. Thinking about buying it? Here are some things for you to think about before you buy.
by Tim Beisiegel | July 25, 2025
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Drawn to Darkness – a Sit Down with horror illustrator, writer, and publisher Joseph Schmalke

At FanExpo Denver, horror comics creator Joseph Schmalke shared his vision for Midnight Factory Press, the importance of print in a digital age, and why creative ownership matters more than ever. Between booths, floppies, and consumer psychology, we hit it all in this sit down.
by Michelle Holstine | July 26, 2025
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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 Richards | August 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 Carter | July 29, 2025

5 Upcoming Side-Scrolling Beat ‘Em Ups You Should Be Hyped For!

Side-scrolling beat ‘em ups have been around a long time, and they’re currently undergoing a resurgence. Let’s get hyped for five of the most promising-looking games that have been announced in the genre!
by Iain McParland | July 28, 2025

The July Pokémon Presents Is What I Expected…For the Most Part

Another Pokémon Presents is here with all the latest news from the Pokémon series. Join Tom as he breaks down all the major reveals from the event.
by Thomas Richards | July 28, 2025

Ready or Not – Should You Buy the Game?

New from Void Interactive is the game Ready or Not, available on PS5, Xbox and PC through Steam. Thinking about buying it? Here are some things for you to think about before you buy.
by Tim Beisiegel | July 25, 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.
by Thomas Richards | July 5, 2025

Hyper Training is Coming to Pokémon GO!

Pokémon GO is bringing Hyper Training into the game alongside the new Ancients Recovered event, but what is Hyper Training, and why should you care? Join Tom as he tells you all you need to know about Hyper Training and the new Pokémon GO additions.
by Thomas Richards | June 23, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – The Definitive Party Ranking

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the best games of the year, with a cast of terrific characters. But how would the Expeditioners rank against each other? We do the math so you don’t have to!
by Iain McParland | June 21, 2025

Indiana Jones and The Great Circle – Game Review

Indiana Jones and The Great Circle game is out now, and Michelle got to dive in early for a review. There’s whip yanking, great unknown circles, and so much more to unpack! Come along for her first official video game review!
by Michelle Holstine | June 14, 2025

QUIZ: Whose Line Is It Anyway: Video Game Character Quiz

Think you're a video game expert? Are you confident you know your favorite game, line for line? It's time to test your knowledge in this new quiz we call "Whose Line Is It Anyway"
by Jake Brown | June 13, 2025
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Predator: Killer of Killers Review – An Anthology of Murder

Predator: Killer of Killers hit streaming last month, bringing the franchise into the animated space, but is it worth a watch, even if you’ve never seen a Predator film before? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this anthology of murder.
by Thomas Richards | July 31, 2025

Trailers Galore: First Looks at Hoppers, Mortal Kombat II, and Tron: Ares

Film trailers have been flooding in over the past week, and Tom has consumed them all. Join him as he gets excited for Hoppers, Mortal Kombat II, and Tron: Ares.
by Thomas Richards | July 24, 2025

Superman Review: A Hopeful Start for the DCU

The first film in the DCU is here, but is this new take on a classic character the right first step for this new cinematic universe? Tom answers that question as he reviews Superman.
by Thomas Richards | July 23, 2025

Jurassic World: Rebirth Review – A Reborn Franchise?

Jurassic World: Rebirth is here and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Jurassic franchise. But are new characters and mutated dinosaurs enough to bring this franchise back to its glory days? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this prehistoric revamp.
by Thomas Richards | July 21, 2025

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.
by Thomas Richards | July 10, 2025
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Predator: Killer of Killers Review – An Anthology of Murder

Predator: Killer of Killers hit streaming last month, bringing the franchise into the animated space, but is it worth a watch, even if you’ve never seen a Predator film before? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this anthology of murder.
by Thomas Richards | July 31, 2025

Ballard is Much More Than Bosch-Lite

Michael Connelly’s Bosch universe keeps on expanding with Ballard. But this show is much more than a spinoff or a cash grab. Iain explains why Maggie Q’s new police procedural is worth your time.
by Iain McParland | July 30, 2025

The July Pokémon Presents Is What I Expected…For the Most Part

Another Pokémon Presents is here with all the latest news from the Pokémon series. Join Tom as he breaks down all the major reveals from the event.
by Thomas Richards | July 28, 2025

5 Massive Anime Expo 2025 Reveals That Have Us Hyped

Anime Expo 2025 has come and gone, but not before giving us a plethora of exciting announcements. Join Tom as he talks about five Anime Expo reveals that have him hyped.
by Thomas Richards | July 27, 2025

Trailers Galore: First Looks at Hoppers, Mortal Kombat II, and Tron: Ares

Film trailers have been flooding in over the past week, and Tom has consumed them all. Join him as he gets excited for Hoppers, Mortal Kombat II, and Tron: Ares.
by Thomas Richards | July 24, 2025

Superman Review: A Hopeful Start for the DCU

The first film in the DCU is here, but is this new take on a classic character the right first step for this new cinematic universe? Tom answers that question as he reviews Superman.
by Thomas Richards | July 23, 2025

Netflix Made Me Give a Crap About Formula 1

Formula 1: Drive to Survive on Netflix brings the drama to the circuit. But is this series good enough to create a new fan of Formula 1? Brandy gives her thoughts and if she is firmly on the sidelines or cheering from the stands.
by Brandy Brown | July 22, 2025

Jurassic World: Rebirth Review – A Reborn Franchise?

Jurassic World: Rebirth is here and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Jurassic franchise. But are new characters and mutated dinosaurs enough to bring this franchise back to its glory days? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this prehistoric revamp.
by Thomas Richards | July 21, 2025

First Look at the Harry Potter Cast!

We got our first look at the new Harry Potter! Michelle also breaks down the cast announced so far, where you may know them, and her take. Let’s go!
by Michelle Holstine | July 19, 2025

Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 5 & 6 Recap: Cryoheists and Boisterous Beths

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 5 and 6, “Cryo Mort a Rickver” and “The Curicksous Case of Bethjamin Button”. Iain recaps the middle episodes of Season 8!
by Iain McParland | July 17, 2025
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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.
by Andrea Carter | July 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.
by Thomas Richards | July 5, 2025

Fan Expo Denver is Bringing the Heat with its Guest List!

Michelle is heading to Denver for FanExpo and feels the heat from the guest list! Who is she most excited to see, and who gets snubbed?! Let’s find out!
by Michelle Holstine | July 1, 2025

We Played at Play Playground in Las Vegas (it’s fun!)

Play Playground in Las Vegas is the latest in the lineage of experiential arcades. Step directly into the games you love and check out our experience at Play Playhouse. Spoilers - that was really fun and satisfying.
by Andrea Carter | June 12, 2025

What the Heck is a Shrek Rave? We Found Out

Somebody once told me that Shrek Rave is where we're rolling. We investigate the cultural phenomenon of raving hard to the commercial and cult classic Shrek franchise. We went to Shrek Rave and here's everything we saw and smelled.
by Andrea Carter | June 4, 2025
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Predator: Killer of Killers Review – An Anthology of Murder

Predator: Killer of Killers hit streaming last month, bringing the franchise into the animated space, but is it worth a watch, even if you’ve never seen a Predator film before? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this anthology of murder.
by Thomas Richards | July 31, 2025

Ballard is Much More Than Bosch-Lite

Michael Connelly’s Bosch universe keeps on expanding with Ballard. But this show is much more than a spinoff or a cash grab. Iain explains why Maggie Q’s new police procedural is worth your time.
by Iain McParland | July 30, 2025

Ready or Not – Should You Buy the Game?

New from Void Interactive is the game Ready or Not, available on PS5, Xbox and PC through Steam. Thinking about buying it? Here are some things for you to think about before you buy.
by Tim Beisiegel | July 25, 2025

Superman Review: A Hopeful Start for the DCU

The first film in the DCU is here, but is this new take on a classic character the right first step for this new cinematic universe? Tom answers that question as he reviews Superman.
by Thomas Richards | July 23, 2025

Jurassic World: Rebirth Review – A Reborn Franchise?

Jurassic World: Rebirth is here and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Jurassic franchise. But are new characters and mutated dinosaurs enough to bring this franchise back to its glory days? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on this prehistoric revamp.
by Thomas Richards | July 21, 2025

Ironheart Review: Better Than Expected?

Ironheart, the long-awaited series, has finally left production hell and landed on Disney+, but was it worth the wait? Tom gives his thoughts on the finale of Phase 5 of the MCU.
by Thomas Richards | July 15, 2025

M3GAN 2.0 is a T2-like Masterpiece

M3GAN 2.0, the follow-up to the hit 2022 horror movie, M3GAN, is a masterpiece. The genre-shifting sequel is the perfect follow-up in the most unexpected way. Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParland | July 8, 2025

Rick and Morty Season 8 Episodes 3 & 4: Citadel Clones and Bunnies

Rick and Morty Season 8 continues with episodes 3 and 4, “The Rick, The Mort & The Ugly” and “The Last Temptation of Jerry”. Iain takes you through concise and not at all confusing recaps of the episodes!
by Iain McParland | June 30, 2025

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.
by Thomas Richards | June 29, 2025

KPop Demon Hunters Review: Fighting Demons With Certified Bops

A new animated film from the Spider-Verse team has landed at Netflix, but it’s not what you’d expect. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Kpop Demon Hunters.
by Thomas Richards | June 25, 2025
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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 Richards | August 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 Carter | July 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.
by Thomas Richards | July 5, 2025

Hyper Training is Coming to Pokémon GO!

Pokémon GO is bringing Hyper Training into the game alongside the new Ancients Recovered event, but what is Hyper Training, and why should you care? Join Tom as he tells you all you need to know about Hyper Training and the new Pokémon GO additions.
by Thomas Richards | June 23, 2025

We Played at Play Playground in Las Vegas (it’s fun!)

Play Playground in Las Vegas is the latest in the lineage of experiential arcades. Step directly into the games you love and check out our experience at Play Playhouse. Spoilers - that was really fun and satisfying.
by Andrea Carter | June 12, 2025
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July 27, 2025 | Videos

Watching Now: Strange New Worlds Episodes 3; What the Hell Happened?!

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Watching Now: Strange New Worlds Episodes 1 & 2

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Watching Now: Ironheart Episodes 4, 5 & 6

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June 29, 2025 | Videos

Watching Now: Ironheart Episodes 1,2 & 3

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Watching Now: Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye Special

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The July Pokémon Presents Is What I Expected…For the Most Part

Another Pokémon Presents is here with all the latest news from the Pokémon series. Join Tom as he breaks down all the major reveals from the event.
by Thomas Richards | July 28, 2025

5 Massive Anime Expo 2025 Reveals That Have Us Hyped

Anime Expo 2025 has come and gone, but not before giving us a plethora of exciting announcements. Join Tom as he talks about five Anime Expo reveals that have him hyped.
by Thomas Richards | July 27, 2025

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.
by Thomas Richards | July 10, 2025

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.
by Thomas Richards | July 2, 2025

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.
by Thomas Richards | June 29, 2025

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 Richards | June 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.
by Thomas Richards | June 10, 2025

Sakamoto Days Has Perfected The Villain of the Week Formula

Sakamoto Days is an anime that has perfected the villain of the week formula. In creating compelling enemies for the titular character, it has Iain hooked on the show. Let us tell you why.
by Iain McParland | June 7, 2025

The Highs And Lows of the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards

The 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Award winners have been announced. Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the big winners and the series that were overlooked.
by Thomas Richards | June 5, 2025

Devil May Cry Season 1 Review: A Stylish Demon Hunter Makes A Perfect Entrance

The latest video game anime from Netflix is here, but should you give this demon slaying adventure a chance? Join Tom as he reviews Devil May Cry.
by Thomas Richards | April 14, 2025
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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 […]
by Dan Morris | January 25, 2024

Glorious Burden – Season 2 Breakdown | Watching Now: Loki

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?
by Drew Lewis | November 14, 2023

Avatar The Last Airbender & Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Reaction – TRAILER TALK

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.
by Drew Lewis | November 14, 2023

Spider-Man 2 Final Preview | Screen Smash (Members Only)

The Screen Smash crew takes a look at everything we know about the upcoming Marvel's Spider-Man 2 with lots of speculations, predictions, and a few wild theories to boot
by Dan Morris | October 17, 2023

Niche Games W/ Alex McCumbers | Screen Smash

Lies of P is a great difficult game for casuals, and we talk niche games with guest Alex McCumbers.
by Dan Morris | September 28, 2023
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The Fox Returns: First Impressions of Amazon Prime Series Episodes 1 & 2

Shana shares her thoughts after seeing episodes 1 and 2 of the Amazon Prime series Zorro.
by Shana Martin | January 26, 2024

The Confusing Tale of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero’s Character Balance

Ben spent a lot of October playing Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Is ranked balanced and fun or is it a giant mess? Let's find out!
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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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Ballard is Much More Than Bosch-Lite

Michael Connelly’s Bosch universe keeps on expanding with Ballard. But this show is much more than a spinoff or a cash grab. Iain explains why Maggie Q’s new police procedural is worth your time.
by Iain McParland | July 30, 2025

The July Pokémon Presents Is What I Expected…For the Most Part

Another Pokémon Presents is here with all the latest news from the Pokémon series. Join Tom as he breaks down all the major reveals from the event.
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5 Massive Anime Expo 2025 Reveals That Have Us Hyped

Anime Expo 2025 has come and gone, but not before giving us a plethora of exciting announcements. Join Tom as he talks about five Anime Expo reveals that have him hyped.
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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.
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Assassin’s Creed Mirage Gameplay First Look: Please Don’t Screw This Up

PlayStations State of Play has given us our first look at Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay. Join Thomas Richards as he breaks down the trailer and lets you know how this game is shaping up.
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Want to relive the glory days being a cowboy, hunting monsters, and killing Vampires? Then Evil West is the game for you.
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