‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ Review: What A Sequel Is Supposed To Do

Kingsman: The Golden Circle Review
4.2
out of 5
Movie Reviews Movies Reviews
   September 22, 2017
In 2014, Matthew Vaughn's Kingsman: The Secret Service surprised audiences and critics alike with its over-the-top spy action and comedy, and went on to make hundreds of millions of dollars worldwide. Now, Vaughn and most of his cast are back for the sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, and the film does exactly what I sequel is supposed to do. Everything is bigger; bigger action scenes, bigger obstacles and threats, and even bigger cameos. Kingsman: The Golden Circle is like the first…  Read More
4.2
out of 5

‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie’ Review: Father, Son and Everyone Else

The LEGO Ninjago Movie Review
4.3
out of 5
Movie Reviews Movies Reviews
   September 20, 2017
The LEGO Ninjago Movie is the third film from Warner Brothers based on characters made out of the iconic interlocking building toys. In terms of box office risk it surpasses its predecessors without the crutch of popular culture and allure of a snarky Batman to lean on. That alone dooms this plastic-y ode to martial arts films to be the least memorable of the bunch. Without having to rely on DC's man in black allows The LEGO Ninjago Movie to take more chances and push the…  Read More
4.3
out of 5

‘Thimbleweed Park’ Review: Point, Click, Laugh

4.0
out of 5
Game Reviews Gaming Reviews
   September 19, 2017
Thimbleweed Park is a new indie title from developer Terrible Toybox and designed by legendary creators Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, creators of Maniac Mansion and The Secret of Monkey Island. Just like the games they gave us decades ago, Thimbleweed Park is a point-and-click adventure, or SCUMM-based game. With retro graphics and playstyle, fans of the old-school classics will be in heaven. Put on your thinking cap, and let's solve the mystery of Thimbleweed Park! In 1987, a murder…  Read More
4.0
out of 5

‘Night Trap: 25th Anniversary Edition’ Review: Retro Cheese

3.0
out of 5
Game Reviews Gaming Reviews
   September 19, 2017
Ah the early 1990s, when everyone in politics wanted to blame music, movies, and video games for the “moral degradation” of our youth. As one of those yoots (My Cousin Vinny, go watch it kids), I was playing almost every game system available at the time, included the Sega CD. In 1992, one particular game on that system was the target of politicians for its “mature content,” and now that game is back for your PlayStation 4, 25 years later.…  Read More
3.0
out of 5

‘Monster Hunter Stories’ Review: Ride On, Hunters

4.2
out of 5
Game Reviews Gaming Reviews
   September 17, 2017
There’s something special about Monster Hunter games. The rabid fanbase, the cooperative multiplayer hunts, grinding endlessly for one piece of loot to create a new weapon. Despite these hooks, a lot of people describe the Monster Hunter series as inaccessible. In steps Monster Hunter Stories, a colorful, vibrant spin off that oozes with more charm than any of the main games in the series. Graphically, Monster Hunter Stories is a heavy departure from previous titles. Bright, colorful worlds and stylized characters…  Read More
4.2
out of 5

Weekend Box Office: ‘IT’ Feasts on the Competition

Box Office Movies
   September 17, 2017
Two new films proved to be no match for Pennywise the Clown this weekend at the North America box office. Warner/New Line’s IT had another fantastic session while American Assassin targeted mild numbers and mother! only added to the multiplex woes that continue to haunt Paramount Pictures. Defying the 60-70%…  Read More

Destiny 2 Review: Welcome Back, Guardians

4.5
out of 5
Game Reviews Gaming Reviews
   September 15, 2017
Between the time that the original base Destiny launched and the launch of its first major expansion, The Taken King, the team at Bungie learned a lot. They learned the importance of storytelling, the importance of giving players something to strive towards, and finally the importance of stressing player engagement. Luckily, everything we loved about the original Destiny is on display here, and Bungie has been listening to what people want to see. Destiny 2 launches with a slideshow of…  Read More
4.5
out of 5
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