Why You Should Start Watching the TV Show ‘FROM’

FROM just recently had its season 2 finale and I am here to tell you why it should be on your MUST WATCH list. I have some very good points here, so let’s dive deep and find out why FROM is what was missing from your life.
by Art of Lily KJuly 27, 2023

First Person Shooter: The Definitive FPS Documentary Review

If you love First Person Shooter games or are just passionate about video games then you have to watch this documentary.
by Dan MorrisJuly 26, 2023

Barbenheimer – The Double Bill Review

The event of not just this year, but easily the century. Two completely different films, open on the same day, and devoted movie fans will go and see both on the same day. It’s time to talk about the Barbie and Oppenheimer phenomenon.
by Art of Lily KJuly 25, 2023
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Our Journey As Female Gamers Part I – Featuring Amelia Brown & Cassandre Federowicz

Candace features Amelia Brown and Cassandre Federowicz in the first of a series of interviews with female Replayers having an open, candid discussion of their journey as gamers and how their experience has changed over the years.
by Candace BissonetteJune 10, 2021
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Napoleon and Bob Marley One Love Trailer Reaction & Discussion | TRAILER TALK

Other biopics might have a Napoleon complex after seeing Ridley Scott's latest epic... That's right Napoleon. Then let's keep the biopic train rolling and watch the trailer for Bob Marly One Love. Should we roll a "J" in honor of this one?
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Being a Female Game Environment Artist in a Rapidly Changing Landscape

Meet Katelyn Johnson, a talented video game environmental artist who rose to the challenge and overcame doubt and fear to make her dreams come true and is currently working with Santa Monica Studio on the highly anticipated God of War game.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 1, 2021

Pro Wrestling’s Greatest Video Games

The squared circle has seen its fair share of digital recreations over the years. Here are MSG’s top choices for Pro Wrestling’s greatest video games.
by Paul ChastainFebruary 28, 2021

Gears For Years: A Life-Altering Story

Fascinated by a series where humanity faces extinction and that the only hope is that there is a tomorrow, Gears of War enthusiast Jake Brown tells a tale of how a game unexpectedly brought him friendship, love, and a bright future.
by Jake BrownFebruary 22, 2021

Why Dauntless Is The Best Free Game Alternative To Monster Hunter

Dauntless is an underrated action RPG that's fun for families and friends to play together. Beth tells us why she enjoys it, how it helped her build a new circle of friends and fellow streamers, and why you should give it a try.
by 7whitewolf15February 19, 2021

RIP Adobe Flash: The Games We’re Going To Miss

As the internet enters a new decade, one of its titans bids us farewell after 25 years. Let’s all send Adobe’s flagship into the night the way it arrived all those years ago - not with a whimper, but with an almighty bang.
by Rohan ElliottFebruary 17, 2021

Chloe Knows Best: a Little Hope review

The title shall speak for itself, but in case it doesn’t: I am Chloe Frazer, I played Little Hope and now I’ll tell you my thoughts on it. Do I approve or not? You’ll find out if you read this article, because this is what I do now, while the lockdown lasts at least or maybe… a bit longer.
by Art of Lily KFebruary 15, 2021

Why In The World Would Anyone Play SIMS?

Escape to a world where you can be the main character and live out a life that you actually have control of. Or maybe you just wet yourself? Brandy shares some of her hilarious adventures playing The Sims 4.
by Brandy BrownFebruary 13, 2021

Should I Start Streaming?

Is streaming something you've wanted to do, but you're not sure how to get started? Are your friends streaming and you're feeling like you should, too? Stephanie Watson answers some of the first questions most streamers have when they're getting started, from what to stream, what software and equipment you'll need to get started, and what to expect when building a community around your streaming channel.
by Stef WatsonFebruary 5, 2021

Monthly Update: February 2021 Game Releases

It's that time gamers. February brings some unique darlings and a game for anyone who's ever wanted to be a werewolf! There are a lot for Switch owners on offer as well including a Wii U port, a sequel to one of the best Nintendo 3DS RPGs, and a return of Seamus the Knight!
by Dan MorrisFebruary 1, 2021

A Modern Games Review From a Time-Traveling Gamer Dude

After a failed attempt to skip over the year 2000 so I can get to the PS2 without waiting too long, I, a 16 year old, wake up in 2019 and discover the video games I already played 20 years ago are new again but also different.
by Luis RezaJanuary 21, 2021

Interceptor—Matthew Reilly’s Jump From Page to Screen

Matthew Reilly is an author known for pulse-pounding, pulpy action thriller novels that are so much fun to read. Rohan looks at his debut foray into the world of film to see if that signature Matthew Reilly magic survives the jump from page to screen.
by Rohan ElliottJune 28, 2022

Top Gun Maverick: Was it Worth the Wait?

After many delays, Top Gun: Maverick is finally out in theaters. Was it worth the wait? Brandy gives her rundown of what she thinks.
by Brandy BrownJune 27, 2022

A look back at our dino obsession: Jurassic Park

With Jurassic World Dominion out in cinemas, bringing the franchise to an end, it is time to take a look back to where it all started. Let’s travel back in time and talk about the beginning of our Dinosaur obsession: Jurassic Park.
by Art of Lily KJune 18, 2022

My Descent Into Horror, Part 2: The Alien Franchise

The Alien franchise set a precedent for both science fiction horror and for having a heroic female protagonist at the center. Matt Kalo reflects on how Alien reawakened his love for horror and took it to the next level.
by Matt KaloJune 10, 2022

Top 5 Best (and Worst) Video Game Movie Adaptations

From Mortal Kombat to Sonic The Hedgehog, there have been a ton of Video Game Movies but whether or not they are going to rock is never quite known. In this article, we are going to have a look at some of the best of the best and also the worst of the worst.
by Nick McKayMay 26, 2022
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A Guide to Shinichirō Watanabe’s Road Anime

Director Shinichirō Watanabe might be best known for Cowboy Bebop, but he's worked on a few other "road anime" that more than measure up to the 1998 legend.
by Braden TurkNovember 27, 2022

Andor Episode 11: The Greater Good

Episode 11 of Andor is here, setting the stage for next weeks season finale. Join Thomas Richards as he breaks down this sadness-filled penultimate episode of the series.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 22, 2022

Scary Good Films Vol. 2: Beyond the Darkness

In this second installment of Matt Kalo’s new horror series, he looks at an obscure, nasty flick that might actually have merit.
by Matt KaloNovember 18, 2022

Andor Episode 10: Last Shot

Episode 10 of Andor is here, and with it comes a good old-fashioned prison break. Thomas Richards as he dives into this latest episode filled with lots of running, shooting and Emmy-award-worthy speeches.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 15, 2022

Assassin’s Creed Needs a Live-Action Streaming Series

Ubisoft is celebrating 15 years of Assassin's Creed, and Stef explains why it's a perfect time to revisit live-action, this time as a streaming series.
by Stef WatsonNovember 14, 2022

4 Perks Of Being A Slow Artist

In a world where everything is about keeping up with the trends and being on time, it can be frustrating to be an artist. But there are perks of being a slow artist. Let me share them with you.
by Art of Lily KNovember 13, 2022

Andor Episode 9: Alliances

Andor Episode 9 has landed, and it brings with it more prison fun times and the casual war crime. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his impressions on this penultimate prison arc episode.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 5, 2022

Godspeed to Final Space and Vice Versa

Final Space is about to vanish into non-existence. This is why you should care and it freaking sucks! We say godspeed to what has gone before and look forward to what Olan Rogers will be doing next: Godspeed.
by Iain McParlandNovember 3, 2022

Everything Wrong With the New Persuasion Adaptation

Drinking? Sarcasm? Snark? Where is the Persuasion I've read so many times? Charlotte Merritt lists out the glaring problems with the 2022 Netflix adaptation of Austen's last novel.
by Charlotte MerrittNovember 2, 2022

House of the Dragon Episode 10 – Dragons Go Chomp

Michelle is back with the fiery finale recap of House of the Dragon! Did they pull off an epic season? Is she excited for Season 2? Read on to find out!
by Michelle HolstineOctober 30, 2022
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The Return of Kenobi Review – Part IV

The Princess needs to be rescued! Will Obi-Wan be able to save her in time? Will he be strong enough to pull off this mission? What dark secrets does the Fortress Inquisitorius hold? Check out how Obi-Wan gets his groove back in Chapter IV.
by Candace BissonetteJuly 19, 2022

Spec Ops: The Line – 10 Years On

Rohan’s peering into the Heart of Darkness while celebrating Spec Ops: The Line’s 10th anniversary. Check out this hat tip to the incredible, immersive game.
by Rohan ElliottJuly 18, 2022

Konosuba: A Parody on This Isekai Genre

Konosuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World is a twisted isekai that pokes fun at this anime genre, but with great original stories and characters!
by Thomas RichardsJuly 12, 2022

Early Access: SCP: Pandemic

If you enjoy tactical shooters and want to experience some hardcore coop with horror elements added into the mix, then look no further! SCP: Pandemic may just be that game for you!
by Andrew LucyJuly 10, 2022

Is the Boomer Shooter Postal: Brain Damaged Insanely Good? or Brain-Numbingly Bad?

Are you ready to go Postal?? Hyperstrange has released the latest addition to the Postal franchise, Postal: Brain Damaged, and its as crazy and as manic as ever! Maria takes an indepth look at this new, insane, First Person Boomer Shooter!
by Maria KinnunJuly 9, 2022

Elden Ring: To Cheese or Not to Cheese?

FromSoftware's games are notoriously difficult, and Elden Ring is no different. In fact, this game boasts one of the hardest bosses in the developer's history! Liza and Erika team up to tackle their favorite gaming question: to cheese, or not to cheese?
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 8, 2022

Stop the Hate! Why Return to Monkey Island is going to be Incredible!!

Stop the Hate! Maria addressed the hate given to the makers of Return of Monkey Island and why you should be excited for new game in the series!
by Maria KinnunJuly 7, 2022

Returning to Yharnam: Now’s the time for a Bloodborne PC port

As PlayStation moves more of its titles to PC, Tyler asks, “what gives?” Here’s why Bloodborne should get a shiny new PC port.
by Tyler GrahamJuly 5, 2022

Potchki Audio Chronicles Brings Hysterical Sleuthing to Podcasting

Potchki Audio Chronicles cast member Stef Watson shares how two guys from Philly and some aspiring voice actors brought this comedy podcast to life.
by Stef WatsonJune 29, 2022

Interceptor—Matthew Reilly’s Jump From Page to Screen

Matthew Reilly is an author known for pulse-pounding, pulpy action thriller novels that are so much fun to read. Rohan looks at his debut foray into the world of film to see if that signature Matthew Reilly magic survives the jump from page to screen.
by Rohan ElliottJune 28, 2022
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Unpacking Game Review: It’s A Moving Narrative!

Local Box enthusiast Amelia dives into the cardboard and packing peanuts of Unpacking... part block fitting puzzle, part home decoration, it's a very moving experience.
by Amelia BrownMay 11, 2022

Crafting a Story with Nier Replicant

The remastered Nier Replicant keeps gamers playing again and again to learn even more of the story. Emmanuel looks at the game's replayability and the brilliance of Yoko Taro's storycraft.
by Emmanuel AlejandroMay 5, 2022

Get Sorted With Automation* of Sorts

Get sorted and sort all the mail in this review of indie game “Automation* of Sorts” that allows you to play as a team in couch co-op or online. Will we lose friends and family over unsorted mail? Find out!
by Brandy BrownMay 4, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: May 2022

Your monthly dose of all the gaming goodness that’s coming in May 2022. We do the work, so you don't have to.
by Dan MorrisMay 3, 2022

The Nightmare Inside: Were Pants Crapped?

Self-proclaimed horror junkie Maria takes on the new game, The Nightmare Inside, with fellow Couchsouper, Erika. Was this the game to finally make Maria hide under the bedsheets?
by Maria KinnunApril 29, 2022
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Joy Ride & Mrs. Davis Trailer Reaction & Discussion | TRAILER TALK

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Resident Evil 4 Remake Hype ft. Baron Jones of LV1 Gaming | Screen Smash

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Did Pagan just Rage Quit?! | EP 7 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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The Little Mermaid & No Hard Feelings Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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Is This 4 Hours Of Fan Service Or A Cash Grab? | Zack Snyder’s Justice League | TRAILER TALK

This week... Zack Snyder's Justice League! The longer movie... The one that's 4hrs long! Let's breakdown the films editing to color design to sound design and more!
by Drew LewisFebruary 17, 2021

All of the Level 4 Things – Ep. #77 | TRP

In this week's The Replayer Podcast we are joined by Louie and Erika to discuss the return of Retro Replay and all of the Level 4 announcements that were made. Another tangent about tv is nearly avoided, maybe a TRP TV Tangent side episode?
by Dan MorrisFebruary 10, 2021

If Only Star Wars Looked This Good | DUNE | TRAILER TALK

This week... Dune! The new one, not the old one. From the Films color design to sound design to costumes and more!
by Drew LewisFebruary 10, 2021

Trailer Talk Trailer

Six self-proclaimed experts react and nerd out on trailers from the POV of editing, sound design, production, acting, and marketing. Starring Nolan North (Actor - Uncharted, Destiny), PJ Haarsma (Executive Producer), Stephanie Judge (Editor), Paul ‘Mic Check’ Both (Sound Engineer), Pagan "Irish" McGrath (Gamer/Fan), and that Drew "That Other Guy" Lewis (Content Strategy).
by Drew LewisFebruary 1, 2021

What’s Going Happen With The New Retro Replay Website? – Ep. #76 | TRP

Do you want to learn how to be a contributor to the new Retro Replay website? Then this is the podcast episode for you! We have Site Curators Stephanie and Brandy as well as the soup man himself Drew, to talk about the new website.
by Dan MorrisJanuary 27, 2021

Here’s What You Missed – Ep. #75 | TRP

The Replayer Podcast is back for 2021 and to start the year off Pagan and Dan talk about all the things that have happened for Retro Replay over the course of the year.
by Dan MorrisJanuary 20, 2021

I Think Someone is Just Salty – Ep. #74 | TRP

On this week's TRP, Pagan and Dan are joined by returning Replayer guests Andrew and Josh to talk about the worst games they have ever played.
by Dan MorrisDecember 23, 2020

Are We Actually Having This Conversation? | TRP #73

On this week's TRP, We discuss our first impressions of the much anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 as well as some of the glitches around that game.
by Dan MorrisDecember 16, 2020
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She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

You’ll like her when she’s angry. Well...maybe. We finally get a look at Marvel's next Disney+ series She-Hulk and the feelings have been mixed. Starring Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black) and Mark Ruffalo returning as Bruce Banner/Hulk, this is definitely taking an interesting spin on the superhero genre. Let's watch the latest trailer and then give some first impressions along with diving into some predictions and possible spoiler talk.
by Drew LewisMay 25, 2022

We Need New Flavors of Switch Cartridges | TRP: Ep 121

When Pagan’s away the kids will play. A news-focused episode that turns to chaos when you bring on an editor and some contributors.
by Dan MorrisMay 18, 2022

Avatar: The Way of the Water Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Set more than a decade after the events in the first Avatar film. The Way of the Water takes us back to the beautiful planet of Pandora. James Cameron's highly anticipated sequel finally gets a first trailer and we are going to give our first relations and impressions on what might be the biggest film of the year. As always we'll talk about some technical trailer likes/dislikes then go into some spoiler speculation on what this trailer tells us about the movie coming in December.
by Drew LewisMay 10, 2022

Evil Dead Things! | TRP: Ep 120

What do Evil Dead and Zach Snyder have in common? Nothing but we sure have a crazy chat involving both.
by Dan MorrisMay 4, 2022

Marcel The Shell With Shoes On Trailer Reaction & Breakdown | TRAILER TALK

Prepare to die from cuteness or cry from adorableness. Either way, the YouTube star Marcel The Shell With Shoes On is coming to the big screen. Will this independent film (Marcel) win over the hearts and minds of the world or be crushed under the heel of another superhero franchise. Let's react and then discuss as we always do.
by Drew LewisApril 27, 2022
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Dear Uncle Alice: A Fan Letter!

What songs or artists have you listened to that help you through rough times? Replayer Shana writes a fan letter to Alice Cooper.
by Shana MartinAugust 6, 2021

Friendship Enders: Mario Party

After a bit of a hiatus, we’ve got the second installment of Friendship Enders and we’re focusing on part two of the relationship-ending trifecta – Mario Party. Grab your controllers, get those thumbs ready cause it’s time to party.
by Rohan ElliottJune 29, 2021
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My Pop Culture Teachers Part 2 (Getting Physical)

If you could choose your teachers from pop culture characters, which ones would you choose? We can learn a lot from our fictional heroes, so this batch of assignments is for the physical stuff (wink).
by McKinley JoJune 17, 2022
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The Return of Kenobi Review – Part VI

Obi-Wan confronts his former pupil, Darth Vader, in a stunning duel of the fates. Will Obi-Wan be strong enough to hold off the Sith Lord during ‘The Path’s’ most desperate hour? Will Darth Vader give Obi-Wan closure on a matter that’s been tormenting the Jedi Master for over a decade? Or will the emotional wounds from this new battle need further time to heal? Check out how this series concludes to set the stage for the Original Trilogy.
by Candace BissonetteOctober 29, 2022

Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review

Be My Spirit Guide - Kena is a fun, albeit flawed, action-adventure game which is worth checking out. Read the full review here and see for yourself.
by Dan MorrisOctober 11, 2021

Red Dead Redemption 2 – Worth the Wait

What happens when life gets in the way of a thorough playthrough of a highly anticipated game? Candace Rose recounts her experience with Red Dead Redemption 2. Did the tale of a gang of notorious outlaws live up to her high expectations? Was a thorough playthrough really necessary to have a great experience in this massively detailed game? Was it really worth the wait? Find out what she has to say about her overall experience.
by Candace BissonetteMarch 10, 2023
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Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: Vicious Vegetation

Shana shares some of her favorite monster plant theme films in preparation for the spooky season.
by Shana MartinSeptember 13, 2023
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Monthly Update: September 2021 Game Releases

September will be kicking off with a bang with the fall release schedule of games. There is a lot of variety getting released to boot, from little indie’s to big-budget action; we have a lot to look forward to this month. Get your pocketbooks ready! It’s about to get crazy this holiday season!
by Dan MorrisAugust 31, 2021

Going Crazy for the Madness

Learn about the new comic series from J. Michael Straczynski and ACO, The Madness! Their new series follows a superpowered spirit of vengeance with psychological issues.
by Iain McParlandMay 18, 2023

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth & Final Fantasy XVI: Inject These Into My Veins!

Summer Games Fest has come and gone, but not without giving Final Fantasy fans a treat. Join Thomas Richards as he excitedly screams about the new Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Final Fantasy XVI trailers.
by Thomas RichardsJune 20, 2023
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