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Get Hyped for Eurovision with Fire Saga, Pageantry and Alcohol

Let’s get hyped for the Eurovision Song Contest! Let us tell you why it’s worth your time and why it could be your new tradition… if you can get past the weirdness and pageantry. And if you survive the drinking game!
by Iain McParlandMay 10, 2024

Let’s! Revolution!: The Roguelite Minesweeper-like King Slaying Game

Ever wondered how a game can be a Minesweeper-like AND a Roguelite? Well, wonder no further! The stunningly animated, Let’s! Revolution! is finally on consoles. The King better be quaking in his boots because we’re coming for that throne!
by Iain McParlandMay 8, 2024

5 (Somewhat) Successful Fictional Writers in TV and Film

Being a writer is hard, being a successful one is even harder at that. Join Rohan as he tries to figure out which fictional writers in pop culture are the most successful.
by Rohan ElliottMay 3, 2024
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The Last of Us | Final Thoughts After Binge Watching

It’s about that time. What a journey it has been watching the first season of HBO’s The Last of Us and what a great ride it was doing The Rest of Us podcast. In this episode, Lily, Erika and Nick, after binge watching the whole series, each give their final thoughts on Season 1 and talk about what they expect and what they’d like from season 2. So let’s do this one more time, Endure and Survive.
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Avatar: The Way of Water, Was It Worth the Wait?

We’ve waited 13 years for this sequel to James Cameron's 2009 film Avatar and the question is: "Was Avatar: The Way of Water worth that wait?"
by Art of Lily KJanuary 10, 2023

Scary Good Films Vol. 3: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale

For Volume 3 of Scary Good Films, Matt Kalo looks at Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale, a film that may be the greatest Christmas movie you haven’t seen.
by Matt KaloJanuary 2, 2023

Ranking the Bond Movies After 60 Years

His name is Bond. James Bond. And for 60 Years, and over 25 Movies, he has graced our screens as the longest running movie franchise of all time. Celebrate 60 Years of Bond with The Brothers Take as we discuss our process of ranking the 25 movies.
by Kris McGuireDecember 23, 2022

Rise of the Beasts: A New Era of Transformers

A new era of Cybertron is upon us! Liza breaks down what you can expect from the new Transformers movie, and how it differs from Michael Bay's franchise.
by Lizabeth PhoenixDecember 19, 2022

Take a Chance With A Monopoly Movie

The Monopoly movie has not passed GO since 2009. Let's roll the dice with Luis Reza to see what this community thinks about a possible Monopoly movie being made.
by Luis RezaDecember 16, 2022
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The Mandalorian S3 “Guns for Hire” – Top 3 Highlights

Bo-Katan and Din Djarin catch up with the Stolen Fleet, but before they are able to confront the Mandalorian mercenaries, they are coerced into helping a planet with their massive droid malfunctioning problem. Once they crack the case, they are back on track for their original purpose. But will the Mandalorians follow Bo-Katan? Check out my top three highlights from Chapter 22: Guns For Hire!
by Candace BissonetteApril 16, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 23: Homecoming

The penultimate episode of The Mandalorian is here, and it’s a good one. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps all the action, laughs, and emotional moments from the second last episode of the season.
by Thomas RichardsApril 15, 2023

Balerion is Coming: Aegon’s Conquest Considered at HBO

Aegon's Conquest is reportedly under discussion at HBO, and Lizabeth is covering everything you need to know if Balerion takes to the screen.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 15, 2023

The Mandalorian S3 “The Pirate”- Top 3 Highlights

Chapter 21, the Pirate, has it all! Pirates, pilots and politics! We see some familiar faces make some great cameos. The Mandalorians gear up to help a friend protect the independence of Nevarro and are united in purpose. Check out my top three highlights of this action packed episode!
by Candace BissonetteApril 9, 2023

The Bad Batch Season 2 Eps 15, 16: A Dark Day

The season finale of The Bad Batch is here, and it caps off the season in spectacular fashion. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps the finale and gives his thoughts on the season as a whole.
by Thomas RichardsApril 4, 2023

Dungeons and Dragons: A Movie For All or Just the Fans?

Does Dungeons & Dragons Honor Among Thieves rise above the bad press its namesake carries to deliver a romp that we've been missing at the movies? Lily K doesn't shy away from her anticipation of this film in this review.
by Art of Lily KApril 2, 2023

The Video Game Adaptation Curse. Real or Fake?

Video game adaptations are cursed! Well, maybe not, but it feels like most of the time, they suck. Let’s dive right into the “why” and get to the bottom of this.
by Nick McKayApril 1, 2023

Scream 6: A Bloody Good Watch

Is Scream 6 another franchise cash-grab or is it the next installment in an evergreen franchise? One thing is for sure: it’s a bloody good time.
by Iain McParlandMarch 27, 2023

John Wick Chapter 4 – The Right Way to Do It

John Wick is back and it is bigger, better, and longer than it ever was. In this spoiler review let’s dive into this big elaborate world of assassins with Keanu Reeves (once again) kicking some major butts.
by Art of Lily KMarch 26, 2023

The Mandalorian Chapter 20: House of Mando

The halfway point of The Mandalorian Season 3 is here. Chapter 20 is an action-packed thrill ride that has it all. Join Thomas Richards as he recaps this intense episode.
by Thomas RichardsMarch 25, 2023
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House of the Dragon: The Main Who’s Who

Liza gives you the big who's who of HBO's upcoming Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon. Skip the confusion that is the Targaryen family tree and get right to the power players you need to know before watching.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMay 19, 2022

Chernobylite Review – An Enjoyable Horror Shooter RPG Mystery Game

Do you have a radioactive itch for the next S.T.A.L.K.E.R. or Fallout? Chernobylite may be the answer.
by Dan MorrisMay 16, 2022

Boobs, Booze, and Reviews: Death On the Nile

See exactly how many bottles of wine it takes to get through Death on the Nile in Michelle Holstine's review of this Clue-style crime spree. Between the romances and the murders, there's plenty of drama to go around!
by Michelle HolstineMay 13, 2022

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

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E8, “I Am Not Alone”

Liza teams up with Couch Soup's own Drewseph J Drewsephine to recap and discuss Outlander's Season 6 finale, including why this season felt so different from seasons 1-5.
by Lizabeth PhoenixMay 9, 2022

Book of Boba Fett – Getting to Know the Man Behind the Mask Chapter 7

War! The Pyke Syndicate tipped the scales and Boba Fett is forced to respond. Will he be able to live up to his newfound aspirations of protecting the people of Mos Espa with his trustworthy motley crew or will he be forced to flee his new home Tatooine in disgrace? Check out the rundown of the spectacularly epic final chapter of the Book of Boba Fett!
by Candace BissonetteMay 4, 2022

WTF Just Happened in Outlander? S6, E7, “Sticks and Stones”

Liza gets petty about the cliffhanger in Outlander Season 6, Episode 7, "Sticks and Stones," and the Frasers find themselves under siege. With the finale next week, there's very little time left to solve Malva's murder, and Claire may have to answer for crimes she didn't commit.
by Lizabeth PhoenixApril 30, 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

Nick Cage and His Massive Talent

Nicholas Cage’s reputation precedes himself. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent should be added to your must-see list. It’s everything you expect, yet so much more.
by Candace BissonetteApril 28, 2022

The Games That Define a Generation: The Original PlayStation

The original PlayStation console had a huge library of games during its run. Emmanuel shares the original PlayStation games that meant the most to him, and some of our other Couch Soup contributors share theirs, too.
by Emmanuel AlejandroApril 25, 2022
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First Impressions: Raft

Raft is a multiplayer ocean survival game. Andrew Lucy reviews his first playthrough and shares his impressions and what he figured out.
by Andrew LucyMarch 3, 2021

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
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The Boogeyman & The Idol Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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Could Redfall Be Game Of The Year?! | Screen Smash

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The Finale Part 2! | EP 11 | Dead Space Remake | Craic’d with Pagan Plays

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Ahsoka & Peter Pan and Wendy Trailer Reaction & Discussion – TRAILER TALK

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What IS Kojima Up To Lately? – Ep. #96 | TRP

In a very irregular episode of the podcast, we are joined by Maria to talk about conspiracies revolving around Hideo Kojima. Pagan got an Xbox Series X and we discussed the awesome packaging of the Xbox (it’s like opening a treasure chest). Maria tells us how big a fan of Silent Hill she is, Dan loves the Gore, and Pagan is hiding twirling her hair. 
by Dan MorrisJune 30, 2021

The Green Knight Trailer Reaction | Trailer Talk

This week we are discussing visionary filmmaker David Lowery's fresh and bold spin on a classic tale from the knights of the round table, The Green Knight. Let's break down this trailer and dive into our POV's on editing to sound design to acting and the epic fantasy adventure of it all!
by Drew LewisJune 29, 2021

Halo is The Greatest Franchise Of All Time, Or Is It?- Ep. #95 | TRP

Joining us to talk about all our love for the Halo franchise are Hoot and Josh. We begin with the hot topic of whether Batman can go down on Catwoman or not. Then we discuss the Trailer Talk for the Halo Infinite Multiplayer reveal, which featured Pagan and even Dan made a guest appearance. Hoot, Josh, and an share stories and discuss what makes Halo so special before discussing the episode featuring Halo CE.
by Dan MorrisJune 23, 2021

Masters of the Universe: Revelation Trailer Reaction | Trailer Talk

This week we are discussing Kevin Smith's reimagining of He-Man in the new animated Netflix cartoon Masters of the Universe: Revelation. Let's break down this trailer and dive into our POV's on editing to sound design to voice acting and the nostalgia of it all!
by Drew LewisJune 22, 2021

Dude, I Totally Want To Get an Xbox Now – Ep. #94 | TRP

Ash and Erika return to the show this week to discuss E3 hype madness and of course Retro Replay. We then talk about what we loved from the latest episode of Retro Replay, where Jovenshire returns to play some Looney Tunes B-ball with Nolan. 
by Dan MorrisJune 16, 2021
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Game Reviews… Are They Even Worth Looking At?

When it comes to new game releases, why do we always look to game reviews that can be mostly biased in what people write? Join Andrew as he dives headfirst into this subject as to why!
by Andrew LucyMay 24, 2022

Wicked Review from a Non-Wicked Fan

Are you unsure about the Wicked craze? So is Michelle, but she went to see it anyway and is here to tell you if it’s worth it!
by Michelle HolstineDecember 9, 2024
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Our Journey As Female Gamers Part V – Featuring Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake

Our Journey As Female Gamers series comes to a close in Part V where Candace sits down with Brandy Brown & Samantha Drake to discuss their own experiences with developing their passion for gaming and what they have loved about the diversity in recent gaming history. Join us for the final candid discussion of the light and dark side of gaming.
by Candace BissonetteFebruary 7, 2022
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WET From 2009 Is A Hidden Gem That You Should Absolutely Play

Ever heard of the video game Wet? It’s an absolute classic and you need to play it! Think Tarantino meets Max Payne. Have a read and see why we think Wet is a hidden gem that you absolutely need to play.
by Nick McKayOctober 12, 2023

The Mandalorian S3 “Guns for Hire” – Top 3 Highlights

Bo-Katan and Din Djarin catch up with the Stolen Fleet, but before they are able to confront the Mandalorian mercenaries, they are coerced into helping a planet with their massive droid malfunctioning problem. Once they crack the case, they are back on track for their original purpose. But will the Mandalorians follow Bo-Katan? Check out my top three highlights from Chapter 22: Guns For Hire!
by Candace BissonetteApril 16, 2023

Mando to the Movies: The Holy Filoni’s Galactic Vision Unveiled

The recent announcement of the Mandalorian and Grogu movie has caused some discussion in the Star Wars community. What does it all mean? What can we look forward to? Let’s dive into it all
by Tim BeisiegelJanuary 12, 2024
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The Scaredy-Cat Club Presents: 4 Movies That Are A Nightmarish Good Time!

From an author having to write his way out of a nightmare, to a couch potato channel surfing through hell. Then, a couple tries to escape a town built on a landfill and a psychic that can enter people's nightmares. These four films are nightmarish fun and purr-fect for Halloween!
by Shana MartinAugust 29, 2024
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The Tears, The Thrills, The Venom: Unveiling the Emotional Rollercoaster of Spider-Man 2!

Let's dive into the Spider-Man 2 storyline and why it's a big reason behind it being the fastest selling PlayStation Studios game ever. With more than 2.5 million copies sold in its first 24 hours.
by Art of Lily KOctober 30, 2023

The First Nintendo Direct of The Year Had a Few Surprises

The first Nintendo Direct of 2023 is here, and there’s a lot to cover. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his highlights of the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase.
by Thomas RichardsFebruary 27, 2024

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Review: A Homecoming for Die-Hard Fans or a Missed Opportunity?

"Nothing is true, everything is permitted". Assassin's Creed Mirage is finally upon us. Check out our review to see how it holds up.
by Jake BrownOctober 20, 2023
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