Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants is the latest sourcebook for Dungeons & Dragons, adding new character options, monsters, and more to D&D 5e. Bigby Presents – Glory of the Giants is the latest sourcebook for Dungeons & Dragons 5e. The book includes over 70 new monsters, new character options, magic items galore, and plenty of ideas for … Read more
Immortals of Aveum has wonderfully moreish first person shooter gameplay, but is hampered by a poor plot and form over function aesthetic choices. As first-person shooters can often lean towards gritty or grim environments, it’s always refreshing to see games that try out a new kind of setting. The fantasy genre has sometimes been home … Read more
With an excellent voice cast, stylish animation that stands out, and a fun, decent story, Mutant Mayhem aims to please and succeeds. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the [series/movie/etc] being covered here wouldn’t exist. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: … Read more
The heart of the problem is The Monkey King makes its central character, whose story has been told and retold for hundreds of years, uninteresting. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t … Read more
Aporia is a solid film that understands its limitations and does not seek to reinvent the wheel. The themes land because of the film’s focus on drama. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered … Read more
Blue Beetle’s family-centric story has universal appeal, but the strength of the new DC movie lies in Jaime Reyes’ ties to his Mexican heritage. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist. … Read more
Though it makes some attempts at finding genuine heart (and does at times succeed), Strays’ contrasting tones makes for an awkward watch. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist. It’s probably … Read more
The movie has all the clichés at its disposal but can’t make much of it. With its leads being the only thing going for it, it’s hard to recommend it. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the … Read more
The Hill doesn’t properly sell the obstacles in Rickey’s way, and its refusal to deepen its central figure makes the whole affair feel hollow. This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist. Prior to … Read more
Though we’ve seen the “breakup then makeup” storytelling in this genre before, Sammi Cohen’s film is an easy watch with a satisfying ending. Editor’s note: This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist. Based … Read more