But Why Tho?

But Why Tho? is an online platform focused on pop culture, offering news, reviews, interviews, and more across various topics like video games, comics, anime, movies, TV shows, and books. Our journey began with a podcast where hosts Kate, Adrian, and Matt explore different series, characters, franchises, and fandoms that resonate with audiences, all while posing the question: But why tho? This love for conversation and pop culture led us to form a vibrant community. We started connecting with writers eager to express their views on all aspects of pop culture and spark engaging discussions. With over 20 contributors and a commitment to growth, we strive to reflect the diverse experiences found within the pop culture landscape.

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Elena Brings Style and Versatility to Street Fighter 6

1 day ago | butwhytho.net | Charles Hartford

After seeing guest fighters Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui join the expanding roster of Street Fighter 6, the final character for the game’s second fighter pass returns to a familiar Street Fighter franchise character with Elena (Eva La Dare, Charmed). The positively charged fighter is making the rounds, challenging every World Warrior she encounters, seeking to understand the meaning of life and combat.
Daniel Dae Kim's Butterfly Adaptation Gets A First Look From Prime Video

2 days ago | butwhytho.net | Kate Sanchez

Prime Video today unveiled first look images and teaser art for Butterfly, an upcoming spy-thriller series starring and executive produced by Daniel Dae Kim. Based on the BOOM! Studios’ graphic novel series created by Arash Amel, the six-episode series is set to debut on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. “Butterfly is the realization of a longtime dream to bring together American and Korean storytellers and create a show that bridges two cultures that I love deeply,” Kim said.
Lune, Sciel, And The Romance Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Fails To Realize

2 days ago | butwhytho.net | Charles Hartford

Spoilers Warning: This article contains spoilers for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, from Sandfall Interactive, has been widely praised as an early front-runner for Game of the Year. Lauded for its engaging combat, striking visual designs, depth in both narrative and character development, and one of the best soundtracks in gaming, it’s no surprise that it currently sits as one of the best-reviewed games of all time.
Plot Over Strong Substance

2 days ago | butwhytho.net | Charles Hartford

Sara Woman in the Shadows is an Italian mystery mini-series directed by Carmine Elia, written by Mario Cristiana, Donatella Diamanti, and Giovanni Galassi (Curon), and is based on the novel by Marurizio De Giovanni. Sara (Teresa Saponangelo) was once a government agent who prevented terrorist attacks and other violent crimes.
A Crackling Delight From Science Saru

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Allyson Johnson

Picking up immediately where Season 1 left off, DanDaDan Evil Eye wastes little time in reminding us of its intoxicating infectiousness. Based on the manga written and illustrated by Yukinobu Tatsu and produced by the consistently great Science Saru, the film, which comprises the first three episodes of Season 2, launches straight into the mayhem.
Sword of the Sea Trailer Reveals Official New Launch Date

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Sarah Musnicky

Giant Squid is pleased to announce that Sword of the Sea is launching on August 19, 2025. The release date was revealed during the PlayStation State of Play, which also debuted a brand new trailer for the single-player atmospheric surfing adventure game. Developed by the renowned indie team Giant Squid, Sword of the Sea features the unique artistic design of creative director Matt Nava and beautiful music composed by Austin Wintory.
NetEase Games Unveils Sea of Remnants, A New Ocean RPG

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Sarah Musnicky

During the PlayStation State of Play, NetEase Games officially revealed Sea of Remnants, a free-to-play ocean adventure RPG developed by Joker Studio, launching for PlayStation 5, PC (Steam), iOS and Android in 2026. In Sea of Remnants, you play a sailor who has lost all memory, embarking on a strange and wondrous ocean voyage alongside a mysterious girl, hoping to recover what was forgotten.
007 First Light Welcomes The Return Of James Bond

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Sarah Musnicky

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally-acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios officially unveiled 007 First Light, a story-driven action-adventure game featuring a standalone original, re-imagined origin story of a young James Bond, during Sony’s PlayStation State of Play, with a trailer.
A Crime Thriller Filled With Broken People

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Kate Sanchez

Dept Q is all about trauma and mystery. The series is a detective drama written and directed by Scott Frank (The Crown, The Queen’s Gambit) and executive producers Rob Bullock, Scott Frank, and Andy Harries. With a stacked cast of actors, Dept Q chronicles one investigation, a ton of trauma, and takes its time to develop characters with deeply personal stories. Based on a series of books from Jussi Adler-Olsen, Dept Q Season 1 feels like a natural series that’s meant to continue as the books have.
The First Good Wick-iverse Expansion

3 days ago | butwhytho.net | Kate Sanchez

The world of John Wick has been off to a rocky start. With John Wick: Chapter 4 signalling the “end” of John Wick, the franchise gave the keys to Peacock’s The Continental, which was anything but a critical success. With Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves redefining American action cinema, Ballerina, the franchise’s -fronted side story, has a lot to live up to. While it doesn’t break through the ceiling set by the Wick films, it is damn good.