Rory is a Senior Entertainment Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on gaming and streaming. When he’s not reviewing the latest games, searching for hidden gems on Netflix, or writing hot takes on new gaming hardware, TV shows and movies, he can be found attending music festivals and getting far too emotionally invested in his favorite football team.
Latest articles by Rory Mellon

5 biggest reveals at State of Play September 2025, including Wolverine, Saros, Microsoft Flight Sim and more
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation's latest State of Play was overstuffed with major PS5 announcements, including Wolverine, desktop speakers and more.

Ghost of Yotei is a cinematic and visually stunning PS5 sequel, but I wish it didn’t play things so safe
By Rory Mellon published
Ghost of Yotei is a fantastic but very familiar open-world experience

Peacock TV Promo Codes
By Rory Mellon last updated
Use these 6 Peacock TV promo codes to save on your monthly subscription costs & make the most of your free trial.

Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 I’m adding to my watchlist this week
By Rory Mellon published
The Prime Video top 10 movies list currently includes a superhero-like action romp, a twisting spy thriller, and a Jason Bourne spin-off flick.

I've already seen 65 movies in theatres this year — here's the 5 best and 5 worst
By Rory Mellon last updated
I've already seen more than 60 movies in theatres in 2025 to date, and these are the best five you need to watch, and the five you must avoid.

7 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV Plus and more (Sept. 23-29)
By Rory Mellon published
This week's crop of top new movies across the best streaming services includes "The Fantastic Four: The First Steps," "All of You" and more.

10 greatest movies of the past decade, ranked
By Rory Mellon published
The last 10 years have been a fantastic decade for cinema, and I've ranked my favorite movies from "Parasite" to "Mad Max: Fury Road."

5 must-watch movies are leaving Netflix soon, so start streaming now
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix has confirmed it's set to remove dozens of movies at the end of the month, and these are my 5 picks that you need to watch right now.

7 Netflix thriller movies with twists you'll never see coming
By Rory Mellon last updated
These Netflix thriller movies are packed with unexpected twists and unforeseen revelations. After streaming them, you might be left as shocked as I was.

I've waited 15 years for a new Skate game — here's my verdict on Skate 4 after playing more than 20 hours
By Rory Mellon published
I've been dreaming about a new Skate game for more than a decade, and now that we have one, I've found myself surprisingly conflicted.

Robert Redford's overlooked survival thriller movie is streaming on Prime Video — and it's 95% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon last updated
I've been reflecting on the best Robert Redford movies in light of the actor's passing, and I keep coming back to this incredible thriller.

7 top new movies I'd stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (Sept. 16-22)
By Rory Mellon last updated
This week's crop of top new movies across the best streaming services includes "Superman," "28 Years Later," "Elio," Ne Zha 2" and more.

I just played Lego Voyagers on PS5 Pro — and it's one of my favorite co-op games in years
By Rory Mellon last updated
Lego Voyagers is a new mandatory co-op adventure that is the perfect way to introduce first-time players to the world of gaming.

PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Which console wins?
By Rory Mellon last updated
Our PS5 vs. Xbox Series X comparison will show you how these consoles compare in terms of specs, games and more.

Netflix just added a new Liam Neeson action-thriller movie — but it's no 'Taken'
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix just added the sequel to Liam Neeson's action-thriller hit "The Ice Road," but this follow-up is anything but essential viewing.

How to watch Newcastle vs Wolves: live streams, TV details, team news for Premier League 25/26
By Rory Mellon last updated
We'll show you how to catch all the action from St James' Park as winless Newcastle United welcome early relegation-favorite Wolves.

Prime Video just added one of the best thriller movies you (probably) missed in 2025 — and it’s 97% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
“When Fall is Coming” is a slow-burning thriller with dramatic flair

Nintendo Direct live updates — everything revealed at Switch 2 showcase including Mario Tennis, Metroid, Pokemon and more
By Rory Mellon last updated
Nintendo Direct is back today, and this will be the first full-fledged showcase since the launch of the Switch 2. Here's all the news live.

HBO Max just added my favorite war movie of the year — and there’s one big reason it's a masterpiece
By Rory Mellon published
“Warfare" takes a real-time approach to storytelling that is supremely effective

‘The Long Walk’ is one of my favorite movies of 2025 (so far) — and the best Stephen King adaptation in years
By Rory Mellon published
After years of waiting, "The Long Walk" doesn't disappoint

I signed up for YouTube Premium on a whim — and it’s the best decision I’ve made in ages
By Rory Mellon published
I signed up for YouTube Premium after getting frustrated with ad overload, and I'm now now I'm kicking myself for wating this long.

7 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video and more (Sept. 9-15)
By Rory Mellon last updated
The top new movies across the best streaming services this week include "Weapons," "The Wrong Paris," "Warfare" and plenty more.

Reddit just picked the 10 best Netflix shows of all time — and didn't screw it up
By Rory Mellon published
Reddit has picked the 10 best Netflix shows of all time, and it's a surprisingly strong list with a few favorites and some cult picks.
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