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5 Reasons I Love The Sims 4 | It's A Sims Thing

As an avid simmer, I've had a love-hate relationship with the franchise. From wild jungle adventures to the occult to wild weather forecasts and even better babies, there are plenty of reasons for an avid simmer like myself to love playing The Sims 4.
by Stephanie JudgeSeptember 5, 2024

Concord is Dead. I'm Disappointed but not Surprised

Concord is dead, and Iain is sad about it. What went wrong, and can it ever return? Let’s discuss the deciding factors in its inevitable demise.
by Iain McParlandSeptember 4, 2024

5 Reasons I’m Considering “Rage Quitting" The Sims 4 | It's A Sims Thing

As an avid simmer, I've had a love-hate relationship with the franchise. From stayovers to animals that are just objects and even the terrifying travel loading screen, there are plenty of reasons for an avid simmer like myself to want to "rage quit" The Sims 4.
by Stephanie JudgeAugust 31, 2024

Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus is Much More than a Hollow Knight Clone

Another awesome Metroidvania has been released in the year 2024: Bo: Parth of the Teal Lotus. This hand-drawn 2D action platformer from Squid Shock inspired by Japanese folklore and legends is absolutely worth your time, and here’s why.
by Iain McParlandAugust 20, 2024

Is Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Enhanced Edition Worth Your Credits?

Step into the Star Wars universe like never before with the Bounty Hunter Enhanced Edition, featuring stunning visuals and modern controls across all major platforms. Curious if this revamped classic lives up to the hype? Uncover whether it’s worth your credits and a must-play for every Star Wars fan.
by Jordan JurkowskiAugust 7, 2024

The Weird Nun Game Everyone Should Be Talking About: Indika

Indika is one of the weirdest gaming experiences of 2024. This trippy game explores one nun’s relationship with her religion but in a fun way. Let us tell you why this is simply a must-play!
by Iain McParlandAugust 3, 2024

The Winners of the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase Have Been Announced, and These are the Games We Want to Keep an Eye On

PAX Aus 2024 is fast approaching, and with that fast approach comes a whole bunch of new indie games to get excited for. Join Rohan as he breaks down some of the games that caught his eye.
by Rohan ElliottJuly 30, 2024

Elden Ring DLC is Too Hard? Pfft! Mikkaa Just Beat it Twice… Simultaneously!

Mikkaa, Soulslike challenge run extraordinaire has completed the impossible. She has finally defeated the final boss of Elden Ring’s DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, simultaneously on controller and dance pad. What the absolute [redacted]?!
by Iain McParlandJuly 29, 2024

First Impressions from the Surprisingly Great Concord Closed Beta

Live service skeptic Iain took part in the Concord closed beta this weekend and was utterly pleasantly surprised. Check out his first impressions on a game many people have written off before it’s even launched.
by Iain McParlandJuly 17, 2024

Batman: Arkham Origins - The Forgotten Gem

Batman Arkham Origins is often seen as the black sheep in the series. It's time to put some respect on its name.
by Jordan JurkowskiJuly 16, 2024
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Did Alanah Pearce Just Tease The Next Sony Santa Monica Game?

Did Alanah drop the biggest hint yet about what Sony Santa Monica is working on in her latest interview with Katee Sackhoff? Join Iain where he speculates what it could all mean!
by Iain McParlandOctober 14, 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

2025 Game of the Year - Prediction Time!

The Game Awards is less than three months away, so it’s time we here at CouchSoup give you our predictions for the grand poobah of video game award shows. This will be the GOTY shortlist and winner in 2025!
by Iain McParlandSeptember 17, 2025

10 Video Game Villains Who Are Baddies In More Ways Than One

There are baddies, and then there are BADDIE baddies. Take a look at this list of the most attractive female video game villains in history!
by Iain McParlandSeptember 10, 2025

Top 20 Lil' Guys in Video Games

It’s about time we give all of those lil’ guys out there some love. For too long have they gone underappreciated! So, here we go. Here are the best 20 lil’ guys in video games.
by Iain McParlandAugust 27, 2025
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