Nerdthusiast Gaming Podcast
by NerdthusiastWe cover a wide variety of video game topics. Although we will cover a variety of topics, our main focus will be on going over our impressions of games with shorter experience like retro and indie games.
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Episodes
The State of Video Games (Modern and Retro)
1h 49m · PublishedWe start by taking an overview look at the current state of video games. We briefly touch on the big 3 in #playstation , #xbox and #nintendo . After the intial conversation we dive deeper into the big 3. DON'T FRET! There will be a segment on the current state of Retro Games as well wrapped up with the usual Pulse Check!! #retrogaming #retrogames TimeStamps:
00:00 - 31:03 Intro/Overview of the Current State of Video Games
31:04 - 47:05 The Current State of Xbox
47:06 - 1:00:12 The Current State of PlayStation
1:0013 - 1:13:34 The Current State of Nintendo
1:13:35 - 1:36:20 The Current State of Retro Gaming
1:36:21 - 1:48:08 Pulse Check (Tomb Raider PS3 & The Adventures of Batman & Robin SNES)
1:48:09 - 1:49:59 Outro
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Game Variants to Hunt For, Vaporware, Gameye & More!!
1h 13m · PublishedOn this episode of the Nerdthusiast gaming podcast, we discuss some of the highest profile vaporware games games ever! Additionally, we look at some more recent or notable titles that have found their way to the canceled or no longer discussed side of things. (Link to Embracer Group Video Discussed in Vaporware segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrxs9alDjzo ) The second segment discusses Gameye which Matt and Wes both use to track our gaming collections. Spoiler alert, its amazing! We want to know what game apps or ways you track your game collections? Drop a comment and let us know. Next we look at some interesting or sought after game variants that collectors should keep an eye out for before wrapping things up with our weekly Pulse Check. This pulse check we look at video game prices around Cannon Spike for Dreamcast and Alice The Madness Returns for Xbox 360.
#vaporware #gameye #gamecollecting #videogamecollecting #gamecollection #gamevariants #videogamevariants
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Ubisoft's Rollercoaster Ride: The Rise And Fall (and Maybe A Rebound?)
1h 19m · Published๐ฎ Strap in, gamers! ๐ Today, we're taking a wild ride through the highs, lows, and potential comeback of gaming juggernaut Ubisoft. From groundbreaking success to recent setbacks, join us as we explore the fascinating journey of this industry giant. Don't forget to hit like, subscribe, and ring that bell for all things gaming! ๐น๏ธ๐ Plus we discuss all the games we played in 2023! We want to hear from you! What's your take on Ubisoft's rollercoaster journey? Join the conversation on our discord and let's talk gaming! ๐๏ธ๐ฎ Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one)
#ubisoft #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames
TimeStamps:
00:00 - 04:22 Intro
04:23 - 22:13 Our love relationship with Ubisoft
22:14 - 34:20 Our Hate Relationship with Ubisoft
34:21 - 1:04:04 What we played in 2023
1:04:05 - 1:18:20 Pulse Check
1:17:24 - 1:19:34 Outro For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Intro/Outro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo
The Best Games of 1993!! | Our 1993 GOTY Picks!!
1h 53m · Published๐ Game of The Year 1993 - Relive the Epic Moments! ๐ฎโจ So many iconic games came out in 1993 that would help shape the future of video games! Join Matt and Wes as we discuss our game of the year for 1993! Additional topics include Activision games we want to see Xbox bring back, System Launches Then vs Now and a price pulse check on two titles to give you a taste as to where the market is for different systems.
๐ฅ Step back in time with us as we revisit the iconic Game of The Year 1993! ๐น๏ธ Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking titles that defined an era and set the standard for gaming excellence. ๐ From unforgettable storylines to groundbreaking graphics, this compilation of top games from 1993 will transport you to a gaming golden age. Join us as we celebrate the classics that have left an indelible mark on the gaming landscape. ๐น๏ธ Some Featured Games: Experience the thrill of Mortal Kombat II. Dive into the captivating world of Doom. Relive the magic of Starfox. ๐ Key Highlights: Cutting-edge graphics that pushed the boundaries of technology. Revolutionary gameplay mechanics that paved the way for future titles. ๐ Join the conversation and share your favorite memories. What was YOUR ultimate game of 1993? Let us know in the comments below. ๐จ #GamingNostalgia #ClassicGaming #GOTY #GamingHistory #1993Games #VideoGameLegends #GamingCommunity #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames ๐พ Don't miss out on the chance to relive the magic of Game of The Year 1993! Hit that play button, reminisce with us, and rediscover the games that shaped the industry. ๐ฎ Follow now for more gaming throwbacks and stay tuned for our next journey into the world of gaming history! ๐
TimeStamps:
Intro 00:00 - 02:02
02:03 - 20:15 The Best Games from 1993 Batch 1
20:16 - 52:17 The Best Games from 1993 Batch 2 + Our GOTY 1993 picks!!
52:18 - 1:21:12 Activision Games We Want to See Return
1:21:13 - 1:42:29 System Launches Then Vs Now
1:42:30 - 1:53:48 Price pulse check - South Park: Stick of Truth, Rat Attack!
For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Intro/Outro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo
Nintendo GameCube Launch Day: Vibes and Experiences (11/18/2001 21 Years of GameCube)
1h 17m · Published๐ฎ Welcome to the ultimate throwback! ๐ Let's relive the vibes and experiences of that day as we journey back to the era of epic gaming with the legendary #NintendoGameCube ๐น๏ธ Unleash the nostalgia and join us for an exclusive look at the iconic console that redefined gaming history! Don't miss out on the excitement! Check TimeStamps for all topics covered.
#GameCubeThrowback #GamingLegends #NintendoNostalgia ๐ #retrogaming #retrogames #videogames
For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Intro/Outro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo
Horrific Video Game Prices!!
1h 1m · PublishedEven though many game prices have lowered in the past year or so, these titles still hold stupid high values (especially for what they are). Matt and Wes break down some of the most horrific video game prices for our October 2023 episode of the Nerdthusiast Gaming Podcast. We also cover the flip side where video game prices are so low they are scary! These are quality titles that all of you should pick up today and add to your collections! Finally, we round the show off with some under appreciated spooky games and wrap things up with some of the best jump scare moments in games. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
00:00 - 01:17 Intro
01:18 - 21:46 Horrific Video Game Prices: Kuon, Snatcher, Silent Hill 1, Final Fight 3 SNES, NBA Ballers Xbox Platinum Hits, Disney Sports Basketball Gamecube, NBA Elite 11 PS3
21:47 - 33:54 Scary Low Priced Games to pick up now!
33:55 - 47:59 Under-appreciated Spooky Games
48:00 - 1:01:00 Best Jump Scare Moments in Video Games
#retrogames #retrogaming #videogamecollecting #videogames For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Intro/Outro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo
What Defines a Video Game Console Generation?
1h 32m · PublishedWhat defines a video game console generation exactly? We use what wikipedia has listed for each generation and discuss if we agree or not and why. What do you consider a video game console generation? Drop a comment and let us know!? All topics discussed on this episode can be found in the TimeStamps below. TimeStamps: 00:00 - 02:38 Intro 01:39 - 16:59 Games with Great Soundtracks 17:00 - 37:39 Evolution of a Franchise: Mario Kart 37:40 - 1:22:59 What constitutes a Video Game Generation? 1:23:00 - 1:32:58 Pulse Check (Futurama and Bartโs Nightmare)
Video Game Collecting 101
54m · PublishedOn this edition of the Nerdthusiast Gaming Podcast, we're going to be talking about video game collecting for beginners! We're going to be covering the basics of what video game collecting is, what to look for when collecting video games, and some tips on how to get started. If you're a beginner into video game collecting, then this is the podcast for you. By the end of this episode, you'll have the basic knowledge you need to start collecting video games. Additionally, we'll be going into more detail on specific video game genres and how to find the games that match your collecting interests.
Working in a retro video game store, Wes get's asked one question on a frequent basis which is: "If I want to get into collecting where do I start/how do I get started?" In this video we will provide you with a six step process to help you determine where to get started with your video game collection. Additionally we discuss Spiritual Successors: The Good, The Okay and the Ugly. We end the episode with a Pulse Check on video game prices. In this segment we pick an uncommon/rare game and one common/slightly uncommon game and check the prices within the current retro video game market. Please drop a comment about any topics in the episode or let us know which video games you would like to see us a do a Pulse Check on next month!
#videogames #gamecollecting #videogamecollecting #retrogames TimeStamps: 00:00 - 01:18 Intro 01:19 - 01:54 Top 6 Questions to ask yourself when starting to collect video games 01:55 - 05:43 Why do you want to collect games? 05:44 - 8:51 What do you like about video games? 8:52 - 14:16 What systems do you find appealing? 14:17 - 19:18 What games peak your interest? 19:19 - 23:34 What accessories and add-ons will you look for? 23:35 - 25:55 What is your budget? 25:56 - 30:35 Follow up questions about collecting answered. 30:36 - 40:58 Spiritual Successors (The Good, the ok and the ugly) 40:59 - Pulse Check: A Snapshot of Video Game Pricing (Musha & Wario Ware Inc. Mega Micro Games) #gamecollecting #videogamecollecting #retrogaming #retrogames #retrogamer For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Intro/Outro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo Intro/Outro Music by: 8 Bit Universe Song: Orange Juice Discover more of their music at: youtube.com/8bituniverse
Discussion with Indie Dev Bernardo Del Castillo of Raptus Games & Have Modern Games Lost Their Focus?
1h 19m · PublishedBernardo Del Castillo has created the majority of the art and graphics we use here at Nerdthusiast, but on top of the Bernardo is a game developer at Raptus Games! Check out our discussion topics below for this episode and be sure to check out Bernardo's game, NBB.exe, later this year!
Additionally we will be discussing the lack of true 2D video games being made. Also, we talk about if modern games have lost their focus.
Do you think they have? Let us know.
Time Stamps:
00:00 - 00:55 Intro
00:54 - 17:35 Benardo Del Castillo - Artist and Game Developer
17:36 - 35:49 Raptus Games Upcoming Release
35:50 - 59:55 The Demise of 2D Gaming
59:59 - 1:17:52 Have modern games lost their focus?
1:17:53 - 1:19:47 Outro
For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx
Bernardo: Twitter - @BernardoDelCast
Bernardo's Game: NBB.exe - find more info at raptusgames.com Intro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo Intro/Outro Music by: 8 Bit Universe Song: Orange Juice Discover more of their music at: youtube.com/8bituniverse
3 Different Generations Discuss Video Game Collecting | with Special Guest Dustin Furman (Executive Producer at Last Stand Media, Co-host of Scared Symbols: A PlayStation Podcast and Host of Punch Up)
1h 10m · PublishedDustin Furman is the executive producer at Last Stand Media and a co-host on Sacred Symbols: A PlayStation Podcast. We invited Dustin on to gain three different generations points of views around retro video games and retro video game collecting. Dustin is in his late 20's, Matt is in his late 30's and Wes... well Wes has seen it all folks.
The show starts out with this first segment where we discuss Dustin's early gaming days and his other hobbies and is more of an interview and him providing us with more details of his gaming background. The following segments will be focused on the entire group and get into various retro gaming topics which you can see below in our timestamps!
Enjoy!
00:00 - 1:59 Intro
2:00 - 6:25 What other things is Dustin into outside of games?
6:26 - 9:44 Where did Dustin start with Gaming and where did his passion truly begin?
9:45 - 14:28 What is Dustinโs favorite genre or series?
14:29 - 17:16 What are some of Dustinโs stand out consoles?
17:17 - 32:41 Where do we get our retro games and which types of places do we prefer?
32:42 - 38:33 Are we collecting any specific consoles or subsets that we are currently collecting for?
38:34 - 41:33 How do we keep track of our video game collections?
41:34 - 49:27 Will retro video game prices continue to decline?
49:28 - 53:37 Whatโs a PS1 Hidden Gem you would recommend?
53:38 - 58:34 Where are we getting our new release physical games from?
58:35 - 1:00:00 Do we order games that are released in small print runs, like Limited Run Games etc?
1:01:00 - 1:06:12 Do you see a time in the near future where you stop buying physical games?
1:06:13 - 1:10:13 Please convince Wes to open and play his PS5!
For sponsorship opportunities please email us at: [email protected] Nerdthusiast Content & Social Media
Discord: https://discord.gg/Rj4TCWYxeu (If link expires please reach us on social media for a new one) Website- nerdthusiast.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/nerdthusiast Facebook - https://facebook.com/nerdthusiast Instagram - https://instagram.com/nerdthusiast TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@nerdthusiast Twitch - twitch.tv/nerdthusiast Youtube - https://youtube.com/nerdthusiast Hosts Social Media Contacts: Matt: Twitter - @FromNJ2CA Wes: Instagram - grendel5xbx Dustin: Twitter - @DustinCanFly Intro Art & Graphics by: Bernardo Del Castillo Intro/Outro Music by: 8 Bit Universe Song: Orange Juice Discover more of their music at: youtube.com/8bituniverse
Nerdthusiast Gaming Podcast has 40 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 48:59:13. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 28th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 23rd, 2024 23:17.