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It's Nintendo Switch 2 launch day, which game will you be playing first?

After years of waiting patiently, the Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here! I think a lot of players will naturally be playing Mario Kart World, but that isn't the only title releasing on launch day, and there are some great and long-awaited ports also coming out today. While there are some interesting new games to check out, I'm also intrigued to hear what players think of the Nintendo Switch 2 versions of preexisting games, like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, for example.

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Which TV show was saved by its series finale?

There are some shows that, regardless of whether their decline in quality happened gradually or very suddenly towards the end, are ultimately saved by their series finale. For example, many believe Parks and Recreation's finale saved it. I thought the show was stellar from start to finish, personally, but I agree that the finale is absolutely brilliant. I like the later seasons of The Office, but I agree they weren't as strong as the earlier installments, but the finale is undoubtedly one of the best sitcom episodes ever. 

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So is Billie Piper the 16th Doctor, the Bad Wolf, or someone else in Doctor Who?

It's hard to ignore the fact that in the credits of Doctor Who's "The Reality War," it just says "Introducing Billie Piper," and doesn't explicitly state who she's playing. While it seems obvious she is the Doctor, considering one minute Ncuti Gatwa was standing there and the next Billie Piper appeared, there's a good chance she could be the Bad Wolf again. Perhaps she's even the Moment, like in the 50th anniversary special, instead. I hope there's more to it than her just being the Doctor, though. 

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Is Ritchie Akingbola a persona of the Fifteenth Doctor in Doctor Who and Belinda doesn't realize?

At the end of "The Reality War," Belinda tells the Doctor that Poppy's father is her ex-boyfriend, Ritchie Akingbola. The Doctor confirms Poppy is 100% human, but Doctor Who doesn't imply that she is no longer his daughter, either, so I'm a bit confused. I'm wondering if Ritchie is a human alter ego of the Doctor's, like John Smith, and the memory of him has been blurred in Belinda's mind, so she doesn't realize they're the same person. I really hope Russell T Davies eventually clarifies this, but I have a feeling he won't.

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Why did Mary lie about her devotion to Missy in Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage season 1 finale?

I understand that parenting is hard, especially when one child has different needs than the others, but I'm confused by Mary's remark about devoting herself to both Sheldon and Missy in Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage's season 1 finale. I'm not saying she was a terrible or even absent mother in Young Sheldon, but she undoubtedly poured all of her attention and energy into Sheldon. The whole Professor Proton poster scene alone proves this, and even though Missy is rebellious, Mary is quick to jump down her throat and has little empathy for her only daughter at times.

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What hilarious new physical comedy scenes from Bryan Cranston's Hal will we see in the Malcolm in the Middle revival?

The director of the revival of Malcolm in the Middle, Ken Kwapis, recently spoke with ScreenRant and mentioned how excited he was to remind audiences of how fantastic Bryan Cranston's physical comedy skills. Cranston's Hal had loads of brilliant scenes in the show's original run that allowed him to show off his prowess, and I can't wait for more. Seeing as we know Hal and Lois are grandparents now, I'd love to see a scene in which Hal struggles to keep up with his grandchild, who will hopefully be even more unruly than their father and his siblings.

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Was The Witcher 4's tech demo cinematic impressive?

I thought The Witcher 4's tech demo, which has just been released today and is available to watch on IGN's YouTube channel, looked pretty good. I'm always a little hesitant when it comes to cinematic reveals of games, especially as it's staged and doesn't really represent actual gameplay. However, at least we know that the game's cinematic scenes will look great. The Witcher 3 is a classic title and a personal favorite of mine, and considering the success of the Netflix show, it's about time we got another game in The Witcher series.

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Was The Leftovers season 1 too dark?

Damon Lindelof, co-creator of The Leftovers, recently acknowledged that season 1 of the show perhaps wasn't as accessible as it could be for viewers. The first season is rather dark and gorey, so I can understand why some find it a challenging watch. He referenced the season 1 episode "Gladys," which is a particular favorite of mine, particularly when Gladys is stoned to death. It's definitely gripping, but yes, a bit too much at times. However, I think it suits the tone of the show well, and there are plenty of other shows that go way darker, in my opinion.

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What is your favorite moment from Jonathan Joss' Ken Hotate in Parks and Recreation?

I was gutted to learn this morning that Jonathan Joss, who played Ken Hotate in Parks and Recreation and voiced John Redcorn in King of the Hill, has ed away. I loved Joss as Hotate in Parks and Recreation, and he was truly a brilliant addition to the cast and an underrated ing character. My favorite moment of his was when Hotate accused Ann of being racist when she offered him water, and he asked, "Like firewater?" The little smile he offered before explaining he was messing with her was stellar.

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What was Ncuti Gatwa's best moment as the Fifteenth Doctor in Doctor Who?

I'm very sad that Ncuti Gatwa has left Doctor Who as the Fifteenth Doctor. I thought they were stellar and was hoping for more time. I loved it when he'd call villains babes, and his sense of humor was brilliant, but the one moment that sticks in my mind was when the Doctor cried at the end of "Dot and Bubble." That was actually the first scene Ncuti shot as the Doctor, I believe, which makes this moment even more impactful. 

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Which ambiguous TV show ending really needs some clarification?

Sometimes, an ambiguous ending to a TV show can be a good or bad thing. Sometimes it's good when a show wraps up without a definitive answer, but it can also be incredibly annoying. Regardless, there are some that we all want answers to. For me, it's Tony's fate in The Sopranos. The screen cuts to blank, and even though it's implied he was killed, it's also just as possible that he wasn't and it was suicide or just an injury. 

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Has anyone who received their Nintendo Switch 2 early been unable to use the system?

I've seen reports online that some people have received their Nintendo Switch 2 early, but are unable to use the console until June 5. I totally understand these people's frustrations. It's not their fault that they were sent their Nintendo Switch 2 early, but if they've paid for the device, they absolutely deserve to be able to use it. It's a shame that Nintendo has this much control, especially as it makes it feel like players don't really own the console because of this. 

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I didn't believe those Billie Piper Doctor Who rumors, and I really wish they didn't come true.

I have no issue with fan service, but Doctor Who may have gone too far now. I'm honestly astonished, and I so confidently claimed that Billie Piper would never be cast as the Doctor, but alas, I'm wrong. I feel that the fandom took far too long to get over Rose Tyler, who was overhyped in my opinion anyway, and Billie's casting just fuels the Doctor/Rose love story even more. There are loads of legendary companions who are arguably the most important to the Doctor, and I can't understand why it always has to come back to Rose. 

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Was Omega's return in Doctor Who disappointing?

When the Rani revealed she was trying to bring Omega back in Doctor Who's "Wish World," I was intrigued and excited. However, I was disappointed with Omega's role in "The Reality War." He was barely seen on-screen, had a couple of lines, and then just ate the new Rani in one bite before being forced back into his tomb. I'm glad Omega finally got a chance to appear in the modern era of Doctor Who, but for such a major villain, his return was anticlimactic.

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Did Doctor Who really bring Carole Ann Ford back for that?

I love Doctor Who, but I'm a little annoyed with it. Many of us have been waiting for Carole Ann Ford to return as Susan in the modern era, but she never made a proper appearance in the season 15 finale, except in the repeat of the flashback on John Smith's TV. I think she was supposed to play a bigger part in it, but I assume things were changed for some reason. It's gutting, honestly, and I don't think we'll ever get a proper Susan return now.

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Is it time for a Doctor Who hiatus?

I have really enjoyed Doctor Who season 15, and I love the show in general. I can't believe I'm saying this, and hear me out, but I think it could be time for the show to take a little break. Over recent years, so much has happened both on-screen and behind-the-scenes. From the Timeless Child to Disney getting involved with Doctor Who, it's been wild. However, I think the show could benefit from taking even a year off the air to reevaluate itself, especially as it has been non-stop since its return in 2005.

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Which title introduced an annoying gaming feature that was suddenly implemented by many others?

It's not unusual for the gaming industry to jump on trends from other titles. For example, Breath of the Wild wasn't the first open world game, but it was the first instance in The Legend of Zelda franchise, and several other games that had never been open world started doing so. For me, it's fishing in farming/life sim games. It annoyed me in Stardew Valley, and I got on with it, but now, I feel like every game in this genre has a fishing mini-game. I just want to fish without having to spam a button.

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What is the most overrated episode of Friends?

I love Friends, but like any sitcom, there are some episodes that are way overhyped by viewers that don't necessarily deserve it. For example, the concept of "The One Where No One's Ready" is great, but it doesn't make up for the fact every single one of them is incredibly irritating in this episode. I feel like they're all written out of character and take things too far. Plus, it's weird that they're all suddenly lacking social awareness all at the same time.

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Are Dan Harmon's recent comments about the Community movie a sign that it might not happen?

Dan Harmon has once again confirmed that the Community movie is still facing delays due to scheduling issues. While I understand the actors have to work and can't always wait around for one another, I'm wondering if there will ever be a time when their schedules will line up. Harmon made a joke about the Community movie fans having "died off" in the time they've been waiting for it, and even though he's not being serious, it makes me lose a little bit of faith in it ever happening. I really, really, hope I'm wrong, though.

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Considering the hype Wicked got last year, is it a little strange there hasn't been an update on Kenya Barris' The Wizard of Oz remake recently?

During Wicked's release last year, there were more discussions about Kenya Barris' The Wizard of Oz remake, specifically the rumors that Alisha Weir was going to play Dorothy. However, it occurred to me the other day that since the Wicked hype died down, we haven't heard anymore about The Wizard of Oz. I hope that it'll be connected to the Wicked films and there will be an update soon, but I'm also wondering if there has been some delay behind-the-scenes, or even worse, it will not happen now, and it just hasn't been announced yet. I hope I'm wrong, though.

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