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We're sick of game trailers that don't tell us anything about the game. We can fix your game trailers. Hire us to fix them.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESThe Day Before, in case you forgot:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Day_BeforeSelaco (which Trav edited a trailer for):https://store.steampowered.com/app/1592280/Selaco/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Moriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 The Perfect Trailer ?!05:09 On trailers that pretend to show gameplay14:09 At least give us the identity in the trailer24:29 Favorite game trailers?34:54 GTA 6 mentioned!38:06 If you died in 2 hours, what would you game? (BekahSims) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Sorg and Podnar cover big and bizarre tech headlines: an alleged DJI robot vacuum security mess, AI-assisted “vibe coding,” and why camera-equipped home gadgets deserve extra caution. They also dig into the SAE Civic Progress Challenge (accessible mobility innovation), geek out over a playable Tetris magazine cover, and hit viral Winter Olympics moments—plus a Dunkin iced coffee mitten that's as ridiculous as it sounds. Includes Chachi's Video Game Minute and a Black History Month spotlight on Frederick McKinley Jones.

Sorg and Podnar cover big and bizarre tech headlines: an alleged DJI robot vacuum security mess, AI-assisted “vibe coding,” and why camera-equipped home gadgets deserve extra caution. They also dig into the SAE Civic Progress Challenge (accessible mobility innovation), geek out over a playable Tetris magazine cover, and hit viral Winter Olympics moments—plus a Dunkin iced coffee mitten that's as ridiculous as it sounds. Includes Chachi's Video Game Minute and a Black History Month spotlight on Frederick McKinley Jones.

Send a textWelcome to another episode of The Gamerheads Podcast. This week, Roger, Zeb, and Jake dig back into the mess surrounding Highguard, including layoffs, the site going down, and whether that big Game Awards spotlight did more harm than good.The crew also talks about Bluepoint shutting down and speculates on the reasons behind it and the potential fallout.Then they shift gears into what they've been playing, with Zeb sharing thoughts on the charming 3D platformer Demon Tides, Jake battling his way through the brutal Love Eternal, and Roger breaking down two very different experiences: the frustrating Clue: Murder by Death and the joyful, tabletop-inspired Baladins.Support the showHere are a few ways you can support Gamerheads!Leave us a review!Not only does your review help fellow gamers discover our podcast, but it also provides valuable insights for us as content creators. Your feedback serves as a compass, guiding us in crafting episodes that cater to your interests, addressing topics that matter to you, and enhancing your overall listening experience. Your words have the power to influence the direction of future episodes and ensure that we continue delivering content that captivates and engages. Review us on Goodpods! Review us on Apple Podcasts! Review us on Spotify! Join our Discord!In The Gamerheads Podcast Discord, you'll find a haven for lively discussions, where you can chat about the latest releases and share your gaming experiences with fellow gamers.Join our Patreon today https://www.patreon.com/gamerheadsFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/gamerheadspodcast.comMusic: Jeff Dasler - Recus...

We actually weren't sorry about our comments about LittleBIGPlanet last week.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltMoriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolCHAPTERS00:00 Super Mario 64 VS Wii Sports VS Tony Hawk Pro Skater 308:22 Madden 03 VS Goldeneye VS Bloodborne19:24 real mario BRAID VS LITTLE_BIGPLANET VS Half-Life 228:40 Joel Bioshock VS Final Fantasy VII vs Red Dead 2 Redemption36:53 real mario Braid VS Final Fantasy VII VS Super Mario 64 VS Elden Ring ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mogan shares her thoughts on the latest installment of the Digimon Story series! But first, Jerrett and Mogan react to the February 2026 State of Play. 0:00 - Intro 3:57 - Moment with Mogan 10:49 - February 2026 State of Play Recap 20:21 - Digimon Story: Time Stranger First Impressions Subscribe to watch new episodes every week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi14dFb-OyPcOS2pt4ZKP7g?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on podcast services: https://teamchatpodcast.com/where-to-listen/ Buy Team Chat Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/team-chat-podcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/jkh48jk Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamchatpodcast teamchatpodcast #videogames #digimonstorytimestranger

We are incredibly sorry for our comments on LittleBIGPlanet.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESJonathan Blow crying in a dark room about Soulja Boy misunderstanding Braidhttps://youtu.be/gWqnz-7iQbYTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltMoriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolCHAPTERS00:00 Zelda LTTP VS Soul Calibur VS Super Mario World08:31 Super Mario Galaxy VS LITTLE_BIG PLANET VS Persona 515:44 Call of Duty 4 VS Half-Life 2 VS Zelda: Ocarina of Time23:14 Joel Last of Us VS Joel Bioshock VS Joel Halo 232:16 Breath of the Wild VS Resident Evil 4 VS Final Fantasy VII40:14 Metroid Prime VS Skyrim VS Red Dead 2 Redemption  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Yo!This week have:-Hanging out-State Of Play ft God of War Remakes, John Wick, Project Windless, Kena & More-Highguard failures-2XKO failures-Hundred Line lives forever& morehttps://www.patreon.com/sparke3If you want more content & to further help support the brand, take a look at our Patreon & what we can offer.  If you can't think of literally anything else better to spend your money on (like seriously go get McDonalds or something) then we'd be eternally grateful if you'd consider joining & will do our best to make it worth it!https://rogueenergy.com/gKIOhC0XbtcMOGo check out Rogue Energy & use promo code SparkE3 for 10% off your order! :)https://discord.gg/GFKXBDhRkaJoin the official SparkE3 Discord Server!https://www.sparke3shop.com/Pick up some merch!#Nintendo #Sony #Microsoft #Xbox #PlayStation #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #XboxSeriesS #NintendoSwitch #Gamesthetic #SparkE3 #RogueEnergy #VideoGames #VideoGamePodcast #podcast00:00:00 - Intro00:00:37 - Hi, How We Doing?00:01:23 - Upcoming Schedule00:02:01 - Why Last Week Had A Solo Ep00:02:57 - It's Been A Weird Schedule Recently For Us00:03:38 - Any Shout Outs?00:04:12 - Got DQ7 Reimagined00:04:49 - Beat Alan Wake 200:06:26 - Playing Lost Records: Bloom and Rage00:10:11 - Also Checking Out Banishers: Ghost Of New Eden00:10:40 - Just Trying To Chip Away Backlog00:11:59 - State Of Play Feb 12th 202600:14:00 - God Of War Trilogy Remake00:20:43 - God Of War Sons of Sparta00:22:46 - Sony Has Those Studios You Just Let Cook00:24:19 - John Wick00:26:10 - Kena: Scars of Kosmora00:28:06 - Project Windless00:31:41 - Konami Stuff00:33:30 - Dead or Alive00:34:36 - Was There Anything Else That You Liked? + The Rest00:40:26 - Overall Thoughts On State Of Play00:43:17 - Rogue & SparkE3 Shop00:44:10 - Highguard Situation00:55:11 - Riot Laying Off Some Of 2XKO Team00:56:56 - Embracer Group Launching "Long Awaited" Title00:57:36 - The Hundred Line Will Never End00:58:47 - Dustbloods Will Launch In 202601:00:13 - PKMN FRLG Ports01:02:16 - Blizz Bringing Back Starcraft In New Way01:03:41 - Gamesthetic Game Of The Week01:08:02 - Get Outta Here ★ Support this podcast ★

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Your favorite Blerds are back brining you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. In this episode of the Birds Nerds podcast, Shannon, Jaja and James discuss their recent nerdy activities, including gaming, anime, and media. They delve into the latest trends in the gaming industry, including anticipated releases like GTA 6 and Final Fantasy, as well as highlights from the recent Nintendo Direct. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI in gaming and the industry's future. They also explore various themes including the implications of AI on the job market, the potential chaos of flying cars, and the excitement surrounding Marvel's newest show, Wonder Man. They delve into the unique storytelling of House of the Dragon and the complexities of Jujutsu Kaisen's power systems, while also discussing the challenges faced by the upcoming Baldur's Gate TV series. 00:00-Welcome and Introductions 00:54-Nerdy Activities and Recent Shows 02:35-Gaming Updates and New Releases 05:18-Learning Japanese and Future Plans 09:20-Video Game News and Industry Updates 10:36-Discussion on Ghost of Tsushima and Yotei 13:40-Upcoming Xbox Plans and Fallout Remaster 16:29-Square Enix and Final Fantasy Updates 20:48-Anticipation for Upcoming Game Releases 22:58-Nintendo Direct Highlights and Reactions 25:38-GTA 6 Marketing and Release Expectations 29:13-Horizon Multiplayer Game Announcement 31:59-Impact of AI on the Gaming Industry 40:43-The Future of Jobs in an AI World 43:23-Flying Cars: A New Era of Transportation 44:20-The Rise of AI in Gaming and Development 45:06-Exploring the New Pokémon Park 47:51-Wonder Man: A Unique Take on Superhero Stories 01:02:35-The Seven Kingdoms: A Game of Thrones Perspective 01:04:59-Game of Thrones: A New Era 01:06:06-Jujutsu Kaisen: Over-Explaining Powers 01:12:56-Baldur's Gate: A Risky Continuation 01:19:59-Live Action Adaptations: Mixed Reviews and Expectations   Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice.   Follow Us!  https://linktr.ee/blerdsnerds National Resources List https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK56I-TNUnhKhcWLZxoUTaw Email us: Blerdsnerds@gmail.com Follow Our Social: https://www.instagram.com/blerdsnerds/ https://twitter.com/BlerdsNerds https://www.facebook.com/blerdsnerds https://tiktok.com/blerdsnerds_pod Shannon: https://www.instagram.com/luv_shenanigans James: https://www.instagram.com/llsuavej  Jaja: https://www.instagram.com/jajasmith3 

Jerrett has completed Atsu's journey in Ghost of Yotei and shares his full review of the game. 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Moment with Mogan 9:33 - Highguard early thoughts 18:11 - Ghost of Yotei Review Subscribe to watch new episodes every week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi14dFb-OyPcOS2pt4ZKP7g?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on podcast services: https://teamchatpodcast.com/where-to-listen/ Buy Team Chat Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/team-chat-podcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/jkh48jk Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamchatpodcast

We're tired of being nice to games. These so-called "best games of all time" need to be knocked down a peg, and we're going to figure out which one is actually the BEST worst game. Not the game that is the best, but the one that is the best at being the worst.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltMoriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolCHAPTERS00:00 Please take everything we say sincerely and seriously.02:45 Mario 64 VS Mass Effect 2 VS Shadow of the Colossus09:36 Portal 2 VS Undertale VS Wii Sports18:45 Chrono Trigger VS Pro Skater 3 VS DOOM (yes)27:45 Okami VS GOW VS Madden 0335:57 Uncharted 2 VS Goldeneye VS MGS42:14 Elden Ring VS Fallout NV VS GTA (I)V ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Yo!This week have:-Hanging out-Xbox Dev Direct-Fable-Beast of Reincarnation-Forza Horizon 6-KILN-Life is Strange Reunion-Highguard& morehttps://www.patreon.com/sparke3If you want more content & to further help support the brand, take a look at our Patreon & what we can offer.  If you can't think of literally anything else better to spend your money on (like seriously go get McDonalds or something) then we'd be eternally grateful if you'd consider joining & will do our best to make it worth it!https://www.tiktok.com/@sparke3officialFollow us on Tik Tok!https://rogueenergy.com/gKIOhC0XbtcMOGo check out Rogue Energy & use promo code SparkE3 for 10% off your order! :)https://discord.gg/GFKXBDhRkaJoin the official SparkE3 Discord Server!https://kick.com/sparke3Follow us on Kick!https://www.twitch.tv/sparke3Follow us on Twitch!https://www.sparke3shop.com/Pick up some merch!Make sure to check out all the SparkE3 podcasts on all major platforms!A Terrible Football Show@atfshttps://linktr.ee/TerribleFBShowGamesthetic@Gamesthetic  https://linktr.ee/gamestheticAniMan+@animanplus  https://linktr.ee/AniManPlus#Nintendo #Sony #Microsoft #Xbox #PlayStation #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #XboxSeriesS #NintendoSwitch #Gamesthetic #SparkE3 #RogueEnergy #VideoGames #VideoGamePodcast #podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

Yo!This week we have:-Nintendo Partner Direct-Overwatch 2 going back to Overwatch-Horizon Hunters Gathering-Ashes of Creation Drama-Alan Wake 2& morehttps://www.patreon.com/sparke3If you want more content & to further help support the brand, take a look at our Patreon & what we can offer.  If you can't think of literally anything else better to spend your money on (like seriously go get McDonalds or something) then we'd be eternally grateful if you'd consider joining & will do our best to make it worth it!https://www.tiktok.com/@sparke3officialFollow us on Tik Tok!https://rogueenergy.com/gKIOhC0XbtcMOGo check out Rogue Energy & use promo code SparkE3 for 10% off your order! :)https://discord.gg/GFKXBDhRkaJoin the official SparkE3 Discord Server!https://kick.com/sparke3Follow us on Kick!https://www.twitch.tv/sparke3Follow us on Twitch!https://www.sparke3shop.com/Pick up some merch!Make sure to check out all the SparkE3 podcasts on all major platforms!A Terrible Football Show@atfshttps://linktr.ee/TerribleFBShowGamesthetic@Gamesthetic  https://linktr.ee/gamestheticAniMan+@animanplus  https://linktr.ee/AniManPlus#Nintendo #Sony #Microsoft #Xbox #PlayStation #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #XboxSeriesS #NintendoSwitch #Gamesthetic #SparkE3 #RogueEnergy #VideoGames #VideoGamePodcast #podcast00:00 - Intro02:50 - Beat Alan Wake 207:24 - Nintendo Partner Direct17:09 - Horizon Hunters Gathering21:16 - Nvidia Won't Launch New GPU In 202624:10 - No Zelda 40th News... Yet25:46 - Pokemon Leaks27:42 - Mewgenics Popping Off29:07 - Overwatch 2 Is Overwatch Again33:43 - Life Is Strange News35:40 - E33 Devs Named Knights37:33 - Baldurs Gate HBO Series37:56 - TLOU S3 Expected To Be Final Season38:11 - Sony Patented A New Touchscreen Controller40:16 - Ashes Of Creation Drama42:54 - Tomodachi Life Direct From Last Week43:26 - Gamesthetic Game Of The Week48:05 - Get Outta Here ★ Support this podcast ★

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Remember when you had to decide between obviously Good things or cartoonishly Evil things in video games? We're tired of pretending that wasn't dumb, but we're even more tired of pretending that we don't miss how dumb they were. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltCHAPTERS00:00 Karma Moment!!!05:32 Paragon or Renegade?09:07 We're still upset about inFAMOUS Second Son15:06 Taking it back to Fallout 3 and New Vegas19:38 When did this stuff vanish from AAA games?24:51 It was getting very easy to make fun of29:07 How Ghost of Tsushima did this well34:33 Shouting out some recent games that still do this ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Justin is back with new terrors you can't imagine. Old Fallout SODA, a creepy Tails statue, and doing it all for the nookie. Moriarty, Sean, and Trav are not prepared for what he has put them through this time. This is only 50% hyperbole. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Moriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 The fame does not stop coming01:44 The Half-Life 2 Zero Point Energy Field Manipulator Replica07:26 Fallout soda that expires next year16:37 Rare Official 1992 SEGA Tails Statue23:20 Round #2 begins, higher or lower?32:52 We learn what "parlay" really means39:28 Round #3, the bid round48:08 Vintage "I did it for the nookie" t-shirt58:48 Lot of 4 mini desktop trash cans1:05:42 Which fictional city would we want to live in? (Urkman1) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

MORIARTY AND TRAV ARE BACK!!! And they've both been playing plenty to tell you about. Plus, the legend of Nicco has been spreading...MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESCassette Beasts:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1321440/Cassette_Beasts/Tainted Grail:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1466060/Tainted_Grail_The_Fall_of_Avalon/Definitely Not Fried Chicken:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1036240/Definitely_Not_Fried_Chicken/The Séance of Blake Manor:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1395520/The_Sance_of_Blake_Manor/BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IThttps://store.steampowered.com/app/3191050/BRAZILIAN_DRUG_DEALER_3_I_OPENED_A_PORTAL_TO_HELL_IN_THE_FAVELA_TRYING_TO_REVIVE_MIT_AIA_I_NEED_TO_CLOSE_IT/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Moriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 So...Highguard, huh?04:14 Moriarty played Cassette Beasts!!! And hasn't played Tainted Grail12:22 Cyberschlong 7714:48 Definitely Not Fried Chicken17:40 Geoff Keighley blowback?19:31 Nicco elaborates on Blake Manor23:27 WHAT has Trav been doing26:43 The tale of Nicco spreads ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Sean came to us with a simple torture routine. Metal band, or Soulslike? Can one musician and two people who have never heard music in their life get any of these right...?MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@wolfkaosaun ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Mogan has completed (and possibly already restarted?) Hollow Knight: Silksong and brings her full review to the episode! 0:00 - Intro 2:36 - Moment with Mogan 10:36 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Review (Spoilers Throughout) 1:20:40 - Wrap Up Subscribe to watch new episodes every week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi14dFb-OyPcOS2pt4ZKP7g?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on podcast services: https://teamchatpodcast.com/where-to-listen/ Buy Team Chat Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/team-chat-podcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/jkh48jk Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamchatpodcast teamchatpodcast #videogames #silksong

Nicco has been playing some Blake Manor...however, Sean has also been a marriage fairy. Meanwhile, Brody has some deep dive impressions on Big Hops and Date Everything. Mad Catz, dawg. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESThe Séance of Blake Manor:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1395520/The_Sance_of_Blake_Manor/Big Hops:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1221480/Big_Hops/Loop Hero:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1282730/Loop_Hero/Date Everything:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2201320/Date_Everything/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunCHAPTERS00:00 Scrum says hello, Sean is the Ohio Marriage Fairy08:45 Modern Family and the new A$AP Rocky10:21 Brody has been playing Big Hops14:53 Sean's been playing Loop Hero and trying to beat 100 games20:03 The Mad Catz Memory Card24:19 Brody Dated Everything32:28 A walk down dating sim memory lane ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week's biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what's new, what's addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.  Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions.  On the creator side, we break down Apple's new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI's push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification.  Show notes + links: (include the link list above) Animal Crossing • Animal Crossing video (Katie segment) (no URL listed in the sheet row; included as an on-show segment) “Chore games” / cozy games • A Game About Digging a Hole (Xbox): https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/games/a-game-about-digging-a-hole/9NGLST31DG26 • A Game About Digging a Hole (Nintendo): https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-game-about-digging-a-hole-switch/ • PowerWash Simulator (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/powerwash-simulator/id6477445344 “Are You Dead?” app • BGR story: https://www.bgr.com/2074610/are-you-dead-top-paid-iphone-app-china/ • DeMumu app listing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/demumu/id6745099872 ChachiSays Video Game Minute items (from the sheet) • David Rosen / Sega co-founder (Tom's Hardware): https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/sega-co-founder-david-r…d-former-us-airman-set-up-sega-after-his-service-ended-in-japan • Assassin's Creed Netflix casting (Deadline): https://deadline.com/2026/01/assassins-creed-tanzyn-crawford-cast-netflix-series-1236658813/ • John Wick universe AAA game (Tech4Gamers): https://tech4gamers.com/aaa-john-wick-game-development/ AI / OpenAI / Sora • Mattel on Sora profile: https://sora.chatgpt.com/profile/mattel • OpenAI age prediction (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-launching-age-prediction-for-chatgpt-accounts-222650340.html • ChatGPT Health page: https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/ Creator tools • Apple Creator Studio (Apple Newsroom): https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/ • Adobe Premiere AI updates (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-unveils-new-ai-powered-vide…vlq1gStDzB9i-clNMdAMo4O0o4ro8ohtbVXETV41pRXvEFAQZh6nDH-1vO91dYLO

This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week's biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what's new, what's addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.  Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions.  On the creator side, we break down Apple's new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI's push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification.  Show notes + links: (include the link list above) Animal Crossing • Animal Crossing video (Katie segment) (no URL listed in the sheet row; included as an on-show segment) “Chore games” / cozy games • A Game About Digging a Hole (Xbox): https://www.xbox.com/en-US/play/games/a-game-about-digging-a-hole/9NGLST31DG26 • A Game About Digging a Hole (Nintendo): https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/a-game-about-digging-a-hole-switch/ • PowerWash Simulator (Apple App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/powerwash-simulator/id6477445344 “Are You Dead?” app • BGR story: https://www.bgr.com/2074610/are-you-dead-top-paid-iphone-app-china/ • DeMumu app listing: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/demumu/id6745099872 ChachiSays Video Game Minute items (from the sheet) • David Rosen / Sega co-founder (Tom's Hardware): https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/sega-co-founder-david-r…d-former-us-airman-set-up-sega-after-his-service-ended-in-japan • Assassin's Creed Netflix casting (Deadline): https://deadline.com/2026/01/assassins-creed-tanzyn-crawford-cast-netflix-series-1236658813/ • John Wick universe AAA game (Tech4Gamers): https://tech4gamers.com/aaa-john-wick-game-development/ AI / OpenAI / Sora • Mattel on Sora profile: https://sora.chatgpt.com/profile/mattel • OpenAI age prediction (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-is-launching-age-prediction-for-chatgpt-accounts-222650340.html • ChatGPT Health page: https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-health/ Creator tools • Apple Creator Studio (Apple Newsroom): https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/01/introducing-apple-creator-studio-an-inspiring-collection-of-creative-apps/ • Adobe Premiere AI updates (Engadget): https://www.engadget.com/ai/adobe-unveils-new-ai-powered-vide…vlq1gStDzB9i-clNMdAMo4O0o4ro8ohtbVXETV41pRXvEFAQZh6nDH-1vO91dYLO

If you can believe it, it's been nearly 2 years since the last time we did this! Sean has brought another slew of Steam reviews for us to parse and guess at, the winner takes...well, they take all. But there isn't really an "all" to take home. We just get sadness. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@wolfkaosaun ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A new year is upon us and with it comes a year of new games! But before we dive into what we're looking forward to playing in 2026, we first look back at our favorite games of 2025 and some games that didn't quite hit like we were expecting... 0:00 - Intro 6:44 - A Look Back at 2025 in Video Games 49:12 - Our Most Anticipated Games of 2026 Subscribe to watch new episodes every week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi14dFb-OyPcOS2pt4ZKP7g?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on podcast services: https://teamchatpodcast.com/where-to-listen/ Buy Team Chat Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/team-chat-podcast Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/jkh48jk Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamchatpodcast

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Finally, in our trilogy of yearly predictions, we gather to tell you exactly what to expect this year. Accept no subtitutes. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESHere is the crub recipe:https://comfortdujour.com/2024/10/17/crub-my-norwegian-family-tradition/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunCHAPTERS00:00 Get ready to tell us we're right in a year03:38 Digital sales, and...Highguard...?09:51 Pokemon Fire Red Fire Red Version and Tomodachi Life's Sway16:46 Mobile gaming falling off in 2026?22:04 A NINTH Crubber and High School Musical's 20th anniversary27:23 FRED DURST ACCOUSTIC ALBUM30:25 On Sony Interactive Entertainment's 2026 output...39:20 Geoff Keighley's dark side emerges44:36 We discovered Norwegian Crub46:53 The effects of AI trailers and Fortnite's Falloff51:53 Magic the Gathering's continued crossover bonanza ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd cultutre.  This week, Shannon, Jaja and James discuss the implications of AI on creativity, particularly in gaming, and share their thoughts on upcoming game releases and the impact of AI on player experiences. They delve into the excitement surrounding the Oscars and the potential nominations for various films, including the highly anticipated 'Sinners.' The conversation shifts to Marvel's recent cancellation of the 'Blade' movie and the future of the franchise. The hosts also explore the topic of censorship in anime, specifically regarding the original Japanese version of Pokémon, and the backlash over the casting choices in the live-action stage adaptation of 'Gachiyakuta.' Finally, they share their nerdy resolutions for the new year, focusing on gaming and anime.   Chapters 00:00-Introduction and Shout Outs 01:51-Nerdy Adventures: Travel and Experiences 04:54-Gaming Updates and Recommendations 09:38-Personal Gaming Experiences and Challenges 13:07-Manga and Anime Discussions 17:22-Jaja Finally Arrives and Future Plans 20:40-Solo vs. Trio Gameplay Dynamics in Arc Raiders 22:29-Video Game News and Price Speculations 24:54-The Impact of RAM and GPU Prices 28:31-Success of Arcreaders and Player Engagement 32:23-CES Highlights and Future Tech Innovations 36:27-The Ethics of Household Robots 38:55-The Impact of AI on Creativity 42:13-Upcoming Game Releases and Developer Direct 43:45-Awards Season: Anticipation and Predictions 52:44-The Future of Blade and Marvel's Direction 57:51-Marvel's Promotion Patterns 58:49-Censorship in Anime: The Case of Mewtwo 01:05:13-Backlash Over Gachiyakuta's Live Action Adaptation 01:14:55-Nerdy Resolutions for the Year   Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice.    Follow Us!  https://linktr.ee/blerdsnerds National Resources List https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK56I-TNUnhKhcWLZxoUTaw Email us: Blerdsnerds@gmail.com Follow Our Social: https://www.instagram.com/blerdsnerds/ https://twitter.com/BlerdsNerds https://www.facebook.com/blerdsnerds https://tiktok.com/blerdsnerds_pod Shannon: https://www.instagram.com/luv_shenanigans James: https://www.instagram.com/llsuavej  Jaja: https://www.instagram.com/jajasmith3 

You all sent in dozens of predictions for 2026...we're here to give our scientific stamp of approval to some and push back on others. Please enjoy being able to buy tech while you can.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESHere's that Killzone video we talked about:https://youtu.be/2gq4gRVqQVIThis is Vexx (we are not linking the condom, it's real):https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VexxTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunCHAPTERS00:00 Sorry Nicco00:15 Introducing ourselves, hello02:33 On Switch 2 and Steam Machine prices in 2026...10:08 Is the DC (Movie) Universe already primed to fall off?16:50 Classic PlayStation remaster? More first party titles than expected?21:22 Remember Marathon? Remember Splitgate...?27:19 Will Level-5 survive 2026?32:26 Sonic Season Pass and PlayStation Battle Royale 2 (spiritual)36:55 The rise of PS2 platformer inspired indies43:57 We will still be waiting on major Switch 2 releases in 202648:01 Doug Bowser IN the Mario Galaxy Movie TM?49:18 Naughty Dog will go off their rocker53:33 SPYRO 4!!! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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We pretty much nailed 2025. You're welcome for the advance warning we gave you. Soon we'll predict 2026, as well as review YOUR 2026 predictions in future episodes!MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESAs promised, here's one of the TikTok videos that Sean and Chris are familiar with (go team):https://www.tiktok.com/@wockyslushholsteinheifer/video/7592029912018554167TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@Wolfkaosaun ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Is Nintendo DOOMED? Um, guys? Has anyone else noticed that Nintendo has been KIND OF OFF lately???MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESChris made a review/talky boi about the Legends ZA Mega Dimension DLC, click in if you want to know more about it:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ns3-lsnr8TQTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 Nintendoomers08:52 All time low FOMO16:06 Are we out of touch? No...it must be the others...19:01 What could get us excited in 2026?29:57 "This is gonna be ragebait for sure"37:41 PlayStation is also missing that "hearts and minds" sentimentality, in fairness53:57 No one is prepared for the Valve downfall...1:02:35 Achievements, do people still like em? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A Beyond-Lengthy Spoilercast. Get it? Please?MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESMake sure to follow our wonderful guests from this episode!Brendan: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCrawlWayne: https://www.youtube.com/@WayneisbossTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS0:00 Spoiler-Free Section27:59 Spoiler-Expensive Section ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We really had good intentions for this episode. We promise.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESWe're sorry.The "Christmas"-y music is Diamond Dust Zone Act 1 from Sonic 3D Blast (Saturn), if you are curious.TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgCHAPTERS00:00 Pledge to our Patreon to buy Brody Red Bull06:32 Brody breaks a leg to game more12:00 This was originally a "Favorite gaming snacks" episode...20:22 Brody's steroid sandwich shop story (real, not clickbait, why)26:47 We finally had to edit an episode33:04 Seriously though, what's up with our surveillance state41:57 A literary analysis of girlrotting, bedrotting, failmaxxing, etc.45:55 nicco's new word52:28 If our most recently played game had Sonic in it, would it be harder? (MickJaeger) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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With the Mega Dimension DLC out for Pokémon Legends ZA, our resident Pokéxperts gathered share their wishes for the next iteration of the series. Honestly, a lot of the main mechanics have been pretty ironed out over time, so we delve into a bit more of the hardcore fan desire in this one.  Also! If you enjoyed this, we've launched a new watchalong podcast over on our Patreon, Podcastémon Horizons! In it, us 3 are watching and discussing the Pokémon Horizons anime series. The first episode is free right here:  https://www.patreon.com/posts/podcastemon-001-145863303In addition, we've been doing the same with the original Ash run of the anime and are currently in the Johto run. The first 5 episodes are free here:https://www.patreon.com/collection/387580?view=expandedMORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESWe mention Cassette Beasts, so we wanna toss a link for it here:https://www.cassettebeasts.com/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltCHAPTERS00:00 Finding a balance between fanservice and never having old characters around05:36 A return to bespoke, crafted areas in the world11:24 Let's refine an old battle gimmick instead of making another new one17:24 Better Pokemon Home communication and a new game plus mode?20:21 Fewer but longer versions of Legends ZA's sidequests24:45 A return to a narrative throughline, not an endgame plotdump27:39 Our "pie in the sky" wishes ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Do you remember not knowing every single game that was coming out years in advance? Or the first time you connected a game console to the internet? Are you...even old enough to remember a time before that was just a commonly accepted thing? We're old! And we're tired of acting like we're happy about it!!!!!MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESThis week only, get 20% off of a month of our Patreon!Our ULTIMATE holiday gift guide for Gamers | PatreonTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 Remember the first time you took a console online?07:53 Invoking Spank The Monkey for the first time in 202511:33 CHAIN E-MAILS!!!13:00 Sean's shortest relationship, ever18:57 We miss the old YouTube algorithm, and classic gaming rumors29:00 Did anyone ever have a good day with PictoChat?33:56 When you didn't know that video games could "end"38:33 Chris misses feeling scared by games41:55 He also misses not knowing what games are coming out44:30 Screw it, we wet Nicco's whistle47:03 Which non-human Zelda species would we romance? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This Week in Geek, we're breaking down The Game Awards 2025 and all the spectacle that came with it. Join us as we relive the biggest surprises, the show-stopping world premieres, and the night's most celebrated wins. Plus, we dig into the Game of the Year conversation and share our thoughts on who truly earned gaming's most prestigious award. Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HEREFollow Eatcentric - Same geeks. New Eats

Listen in expecting to get spoiled! We don't have much of a preamble on this one before getting right into it, so make sure you're familiar with the game already before you listen. If you haven't played yet but think you might want to, save this until you have. Trust us. We just really needed to talk about this game now that we've finished it.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@Wolfkaosaun ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Your favorite Blerds are back brining you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture! In this episode, Shannon, Jaja and James discuss the evolving landscape of streaming services, including the potential impact of major acquisitions in the entertainment industry. They delve into the excitement surrounding the upcoming Dune season two and HBO Max releases, while also reflecting on the trend of classic films returning to theaters. The conversation shifts to the controversial use of AI in anime dubbing, highlighting the backlash against poor-quality AI-generated voices. The hosts then explore innovative gadgets and the rise of foldable and trifold phones, debating their practicality and future in the tech market.   Time Stamps  00:00-Welcome Back to Nerd Culture 02:34-Gaming Adventures and Updates 05:22-TV Shows and Anime Catch-Up  07:56-Video Game News and Announcements 10:30-Xbox Full Screen Experience and Updates 13:08-Black Friday Recap and Console Discounts 15:57-CCXP Showcase Highlights 23:06-Streaming Preferences and Show Updates 25:02-Excitement for Upcoming Shows 26:17-Anime and Animation News 29:39-Netflix's Major Acquisition Plans 37:09-HBO and Dune Updates 39:09-Upcoming Movie Releases and Theatrical Trends 47:50-The Anticipation of Doomsday's Trailer 51:21-The Controversy of AI Dubbing in Anime 54:05-Innovative Gadgets and Tech Trends 01:03:38-The Future of Foldable Phones 01:10:34-Wrap-Up and Community Engagement   Make sure to subscribe on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice!

Happy holiday season! If you're out of gift ideas for yourself or a Gaming Loved One, we have your back. By the end of this episode you'll know EXACTLY what to give EVERY gamer. And you'll also be made aware that a Horizon VR game exists.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESHere's the article we mention in the first few minutes of the show, about v-bucks:https://www.gamesindustry.biz/nearly-half-of-us-kids-want-in-game-currency-this-christmasAnomia card game:https://www.anomiapress.com/collections/anomiaFluxx card game:https://store.looneylabs.com/collections/fluxx-gamesEverything Brody suggested (not affiliate links) -Backbone/phone controllers:https://backbone.com/products/backbone-one-usb-c-playstationhttps://www.amazon.ca/BACKBONE-Mobile-Gaming-Controller-Android/dp/B0CCT2TJW4?th=1Kirby blindboxes:https://www.ebgames.ca/Toys-Collectibles/Games/916825/bandai-shokugan-kirbys-dream-land-kirby-friends-4-blind-boxhttps://www.ebgames.ca/Toys-Collectibles/Games/897390/kirby-plush-cuties-capsule-surprisehttps://www.ebgames.ca/Toys-Collectibles/Games/910640https://www.ebgames.ca/Toys-Collectibles/Games/929756/kirby-paldolce-blind-box-asst-vol-3-assortedVideo games:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1030300/Hollow_Knight_Silksong/https://store.steampowered.com/app/1569580/Blue_Prince/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9CHAPTERS00:00 Happy holladay03:27 Tabletop and card game gift ideas6:39 Little knick-knacks that we suggest (no Knack, though)18:15 Days Gone mentioned (RIP PlayStation Gear store)19:04 Pricier gift idea: An experience26:22 Maybe get a Backbone controller for your phone?32:46 Drawing tablets with a screen, potential third monitor (???)35:07 Get some custom stuff on Etsy, or go grab game music40:01 Where to get ACTUALLY good gaming shirts/merch44:44 The one time buying a VR headset in 202x maybe makes sense49:07 Finally, a good old fashioned game recommendation1:00:17 Which licensed movie games are we sad can't exist? (TheCrazyEven) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Justin's been our big boy gamer for the week, tackling a lot of Dispatch and Ghost of Yotei to give his thoughts. Chris dug out a new Double Fine game from a month ago that the world has unfortunately already forgotten about. Brody? He's been watching anime while editing our Shorts. Lock in.MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9CHAPTERS00:00 JUSTIN LIKED A TELLTALE GAME!!!10:08 Chris halts Yotei talk to talk Keeper18:01 Chris lets him talk about Ghost of Yotei now32:44 We let Brody talk about Dr. Stone ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Inspired by Silent Hill f's "optional" ending that requires 4 playthroughs, we decided to dig in on what "optional" really even means. To the point that, actually, we're not sure we even know! MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanJustin: https://www.youtube.com/@WorldFamousJtart9Moriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgCHAPTERS00:00 We promise you will be confused too07:31 We begin to talk ABOUT optional content instead of the term itself12:34 On the utility of "secret" (missable) endings in games20:00 Bringing it back on track to what "optional" means27:06 Is the apex of challenge the point in Dark Souls? Or are the credits the point?34:34 To put it another way, if the hardest challenge is up front, what's he point in the rest of it?41:22 We just need better terms, perhaps48:32 Power Stars versus Far Cry waypoints51:33 Who would win, Crub or the 1994 Birmingham Barons? (Chef Kilo) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

God of War! Hollow Knight! Souls! Megabonk! Digimon? Y-yeah...Digimon...MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESSome of the public lore on God of War Jersey Mike's:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LQqZjtdge0Here is the Band Nicco was talking about:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Ass_TruckTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanNicco: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl56kbl3tb-KiGEHT7MUGUgSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 Trav has been playing God of War (2018)!04:43 Sean's Hollow Knight challenge (2025)!12:23 Sean's also been playing Pokemon Legends ZAZA15:08 Sean checks in with Chris about Digimon Story Time Stranger20:26 Chris has also been affected by the Megabonk plague25:10 Nicco's Expedition 33 check-in28:15 Nicco talks about Big Ass Truck (enjoyed) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Almost True Trivia is back! Kevin has prepared 10 more prompts to incense Chris, Moriarty, and TravGuy. Let us know if you do better than we do. We know you will. MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESHere's that link Chris mentions talking about Sonic 1's "release date" if you are curious:https://sonicretro.org/2022/06/happy-birthday-sonic-the-hedgehog/TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltMoriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycoolTrav: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatTravGuyCHAPTERS00:00 New episode, some new rules03:03 Question #1, about Sonic...06:31 Question #2, about Super Mario Spikers...10:10 Question #3, about Call of Duty Zombies...13:32 Question #4, about us...16:34 Question #5, about Fire Emblem Shadows...23:53 Question #6, about Mega Man...28:55 Question #7, about Almost True Trivia's history...30:55 Question #8, about Genshin Impact...32:21 Question #9, about The Emmys...36:21 Question #10, about the Vaults in Fallout...51:50 Crubscriber Question, what game brought us back to a genre? (Chef Kilo) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It is once again time to go on Geoff Keighley's wild ride. We had to fall back on Discord audio for the first 20 or so minutes, so there is some light cutting out. It improves after that as we were able to use our locally recorded audio. Sorry about that! MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltMoriarty: https://www.youtube.com/@reallycool ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today we are feeling nostalgic...for a time long gone, when multiplayer games were only expected to last you for a few hours a week for maybe a month or two. When console wars were the most toxic spats in the gaming space. When Kevin knew a British guy with a dead son on Xbox Party Chat (unsure if this is real). MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBlueSky ► https://bsky.app/profile/crub.orgCome join our Steam group ► https://steamcommunity.com/groups/crubclubPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESSome information on the return of Modnation Racers:https://www.reddit.com/r/Modnation/comments/1o0i9ep/online_multiplayer_is_back_and_better_than_ever/Here's a link to The Karters 2:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2269950/The_Karters_2_Turbo_Charged/Spoilers for Flowers of Algernon are in this episode.TODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltSean: https://www.youtube.com/@WolfkaosaunCHAPTERS00:00 God Nation Racers unite08:27 First Starhawk mention in 202510:04 First Monday Night Combat mention in 2025, also19:05 Sean misses a bygone era of vicarious experiences online27:28 ...remember party chat? Or meeting strangers online?37:16 Making our own fun in GTA IV, and the need for games to last forever42:43 Touching on fans getting too far into the weeds on the "business" of games47:04 We miss...console wars...54:15 Growing alongside the culture of gaming growing1:02:50 Pour one out for Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood's multiplayer. Literally.1:06:17 Do we lean on save states in older games, or play them as intended? (TheCrazyEven) ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Topics discussed on today's show: Happy Birthday Marine Corp, Jordan's Back, Johnny's at SNF, Frank's Ice Beanie, Heidi's Rats, Tobacco Free, Australia's Solar, Vegan Sunflower Meat, Dick's, Birthdays, Singapore Canings, Funko News, Food News, History Quiz, Peloton Bike Recall, Tinder Dating, Video Game News, Laser Eyes, Sports News, Breaking Rust Music, Polish Jokes, Sandwich Thrower, Dinosaur News, Over Stayed Welcome, Holiday Annoyances, and Apologies.