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Baldur's Gate 3: A reminder of good writing in video games

After spending days in Baldur's Gate 3, Rohan has found other previous open-world video games to be… wanting. Join him as he discusses what makes the writing in Baldur's Gate 3 so compelling.
by Rohan ElliottFebruary 28, 2025

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is a Great Squeakquel But It’s Not Perfect

Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter, the long-awaited follow-up to Odd Bug Studio’s first outing has arrived on all platforms and PC! However, is it an improvement, a step back, or kinda both? Check out our review and find out.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 25, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Is Looking Amazing!

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds has finally had its first trailer, and it gave us a lot. Join Tom as he tells you why this could be the best Sonic Racing game yet.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 24, 2025

The Days Gone Trilogy We Never Got (and Why)

Bend Studio's 2019 title, Days Gone, was an original IP that was supposed to be a trilogy- want to know what the full three-story arch would have been? We've got the scoop, so check it out here!
by Andrea CarterFebruary 18, 2025

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the First Great Game of the Year

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the first great game of the year and a fitting sequel to ENDER LILIES. This Metroidvania got its hooks into Iain and never let go. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 12, 2025

Bioware Games Have Ruined Me For All Other Games

Bioware Games have been front and center in Brandy’s gaming collection for years. Find out why and how she feels about some of the decisions EA has made lately.
by Brandy BrownFebruary 9, 2025

Why Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Isn't ALL Bad

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is winding down. The final season is upon us, and Rocksteady is moving on to other projects. It’s not a good game, but let us tell you why it’s not ALL bad. There’s definitely some fun to be had!
by Iain McParlandJanuary 30, 2025

Will Assassin's Creed: Shadows Be Better Than These Top 3 Assassin's Creed Games?

Jordan is eagerly waiting for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. To prepare, he is looking at his top three AC games! Which ones make the list? Read more to find out.
by Jordan JurkowskiJanuary 25, 2025

The Sonic 3 Movie DLC For Sonic X Shadow Generations Is Almost Perfect

Sonic X Shadow Generations DLC has dropped, but does it justify the price tag? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the Sonic 3 Movie DLC.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 28, 2024

Couch Soup Contributors' Game of the Year 2024!

It’s been a fantastic year for gaming! With loads of excellent games releasing in 2024, our very own contributors have been weighing in with their own personal picks for Game of the Year 2024!
by Iain McParlandDecember 26, 2024

Hollow Knight: Silksong Was Worth It's Meme-worthy Long Wait

Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally been released after 84 long years of waiting. Iain tells us all why this game from Team Cherry was worth the meme-worthy long development time.
by Iain McParlandNovember 2, 2025

Lost in The Nowhere: The Twisted Brilliance of Little Nightmares 3

Little Nightmares comes just in time for Halloween. Does this third installment live up to the previous games? Join Jordan as he plays it on the PS5.
by Jordan JurkowskiOctober 24, 2025

PAX Aus 2025: 5 Indie Games That Stole The Show

PAX Aus 2025 had a massive collection of independent games on display, but a handful of them grabbed our interest and didn’t let go. Join Tom as he shares five indie games that stole the show.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 19, 2025

PAX Aus 2025: Trying Out The Way of the Ninja in Ninja Gaiden 4 -Game Preview-

Ninja Gaiden 4 is almost here, and we’ve gotten our hands on the game at PAX Aus 2025. Join Tom as he gives his first impressions on this brutally hard new entry in the Ninja Gaiden series.
by Thomas RichardsOctober 14, 2025

Battlefield 6 - Introducing the New Wave of Gaming

Download sizes for many games are getting out of control. Electronic Arts and DICE have combined for Battlefield 6 and are challenging the norms that gamers have come to expect, from pregame releases to the download size. Will this be the future of gaming? Let's talk about why it should be.
by Tim BeisiegelOctober 11, 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

Top 10 Villains So Hunky That You Swoon in Defeat

After a few weeks of listing the baddest baddies in video games, it’s time for the men to step into the light. Move aside ladies, it’s time for the hottest 10 hunks in video games!
by Iain McParlandOctober 6, 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

Iain Was Wrong: The ACTUAL Top 10 Baddest Baddies in Video Games

A beloved Couch Soup contributor put together a list of the most attractive female video game villains in history, and I'm here with a rebuttal because god forbid I allow someone to have an unchecked opinion. The baddest femme-leaning video game villains are here!
by Andrea CarterSeptember 23, 2025

Final France-ity: How Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 reinvigorated Role Playing Games.

Ben played Clair Obscur and found it to be one of the best games he's ever played. This article will tell you exactly why.
by Ben HazellSeptember 22, 2025
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