After spending more than two decades touring, directing, writing and producing for Christian theater and radio (most recently for Adventures in Odyssey, which he still contributes to), Bob joined the Plugged In staff to help us focus more heavily on video games. He is also one of our primary movie reviewers.
How many smashed skulls and snapped bones does it take to remake this 1980s cult favorite? Apparently, all of them.
Helldivers 2 has its action and charm to enjoy … when you’re not covered in goop and ducking friendly fire.
It may not be the threat of Big Brother, but when it comes to the well-being of children, the wrong social media choices could lead to a Big Cost.
A new character steps into the Spider-Verse. But this pic has some sticky bits that could make your parent-sense tingle.
The least accessible of the Studio Ghibli animations, The Boy and the Heron is a beautiful-but-chaotic fantasy fever dream.
Between its ‘40s art style and its sweet platforming puzzles, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is as cozy and inviting as it gets.
This Final Fantasy is indeed a rebirth of one of the most celebrated RPGs ever. But it comes with issues that parents might not celebrate.
Another Megamind raises its blue and bulby head. But don’t expect this so-so sequel to earn any mega cheers.
Penny’s Big Breakaway mixes old-school 3-D platforming with fresh new moves for a game everyone enjoy.
Lisa Frankenstein is a crawl-from-the-grave ‘80s-esque send-up with a comedic twist and a whole lot of foul content worms.
There’s a honey rush of vengeful action here, to be sure, but The Beekeeper isn’t the guilty pleasure some might expect.
Les Mis. It’s a cultural touchstone. It’s become a phenomenon on the live musical stage. So what might it look and feel and sound like in movie form?
Do you like the feeling of organizing a disheveled mess into orderly bliss? A Little to the Left may hit your OCD sweet spot.
