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About Lauren Rouse
Lauren is an entertainment journalist and screenwriter. Her unhealthy pop culture obsession has led to bylines at Letterboxd, The Direct, Kotaku, Gizmodo and Lifehacker Australia.
On the side, Lauren can be found hosting the Controller Club podcast, talking endlessly about The Last of Us, and campaigning for Sly Cooper's return.
Favorite Games
The Last of Us, The Sly Cooper Collection, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro, Batman Arkham Trilogy, Fall Guys, Horizon Forbidden West, Dishonored.
Favorite TV Shows
The Last of Us, Mr Robot, Arcane, Game of Thrones, Stranger Things, The 100, Smallville.
Industry Focus
Lauren is primarily focused on video game adaptations and is interested in covering the intersection of the gaming and Film/TV industries.
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Arcane Season 2 Episode 8 Review
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Arcane Season 2 Episode 7 Review
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