Your favorite Blerds are back brining you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture.  This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are talking the biggest news of last week, Sony decding to permanently move away from physical game discs. What does this mean for the future of gaming?  We're also checking in on some other vide game news, and doing a light recap of announcements from Anime Expo 2026.  Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice!    Chapters 00:00-Nerdy Things 04:17-Gaming News: Indie Games Fund and Final Fantasy Remakes 09:10-Steam Machine and Its Competitors 17:39-PlayStation's Shift to Digital-Only Media 24:18-The Shift to Digital Gaming 28:13-The Implications of Digital Ownership 30:59-Next-Gen Console Costs and Industry Trends 35:06-Xbox's Digital Future and Game Licensing 39:03-The Uncertainty in Game Development 41:28-Anime Expo Highlights and Upcoming Releases 45:06-Upcoming Anime Trailers and Releases 46:16-Anticipation for Anime Movies 46:45-Anime Games: Trends and Innovations 48:42-Exploring New Genres in Anime Gaming 49:42-Anime Expo Highlights and Announcements 50:14-TV and Movie News: New Projects and Releases 55:05-X-Men '97: A Nostalgic Return     Follow Us!  https://linktr.ee/blerdsnerds National Resources List https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK56I-TNUnhKhcWLZxoUTaw Email us: [email protected] 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     

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are joined by returning guest, Brandon Smith! We talk about everything from the confirmed pricing of GTA 6 and the Steam Deck as well as more price hikes for Xbox consoles. We're also talking about the video game industry as a whole and how its becoming entirely too expensive. Then, Jaja and Brandon give their take on the Super Girl Movie. Was it a flop? Plus, we discuss the One Piece remake and the impact the show has had on mainstream culture. Is One Piece the biggest anime in the world? 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: [email protected]   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  Brandon: https://www.tiktok.com/brandomsmith6165

Your favorite Blerds are back brining you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are taking their final bets on the cost of GTA 6. How much will the game cost? We're also talking console exclusives. Are they needed to keep a console relevant? We're also talking layoffs in the gaming industry and the instability of the industry as a whole. Plus, we're excited for Spider-Man and other upcoming anime, movie and TV news!   Chapters 00:00 -Welcome to the Podcast 00:57 - Nerdy Things of the Week 04:01 -Anime and Manga Discussions 09:48- Video Game Updates and Reviews 14:53 -Cosplay and Creative Outlets 20:00 -Game Development News 25:05 -GTA VI Pre-Order Speculations 28:04 -The Future of GTA and Live Service Games 28:57 -EA's Advertising Strategy in Gaming 34:02- Generative AI in Game Development 38:01 -Sony's Exclusive Game Strategy 43:54- Xbox Restructuring and Studio Layoffs 54:59 -The Impact of Game Development Decisions 62:09 -The Stress of Game Development 63:52 -Capcom's Historic Success 66:12 -The Changing Landscape of Gaming 67:34- Anime Matsuri: A New Ticketing Approach 74:34 -Jujutsu Kaisen's New Direction 80:25 - Excitement for Upcoming Spider-Man Movies   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: [email protected]   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   

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are discussing the Xbox showcase and the most recent Nintendo Direct where a very surprising announcement was made. We're also talking about the impact of Streaming on RPG's. Is it hurting the genre? Plus other nerd news. Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice.   Chapters 00:00-Celebrating the Knicks Championship Win 02:44- Weekly Nerdy Things  05:27-Showcase Highlights and Anticipated Games 08:16-Nintendo Direct Highlights  11:04-Kingdom Hearts 4 and Its Controversies 23:12-Upcoming Game Releases and DLCs 24:38-Xbox Showcase Highlights  28:51-September Game Releases and Competition 32:37-The Future of RPGs and Streaming Impact 37:02-The Evolution of Story-Driven Games 46:38-Next-Gen Console Release Speculations 49:26-Affordability and Economic Concerns in Gaming 53:03-The Role of Exclusives in Console Sales 56:13-Xbox's Business Strategy and Potential Layoffs 59:09-Warner Bros Sale to Paramount and Industry Implications 01:02:18-Exciting Anime Releases and Nostalgia   Follow Us!  https://linktr.ee/blerdsnerds National Resources List https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK56I-TNUnhKhcWLZxoUTaw Email us: [email protected] 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 

This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are recapping the Sony State of Play and Summer Game Fest. What were the biggest announcements? They're also talking about the elusiveness of the Steam Machine and GTA 6 pricing updates, as well as your latest Xbox, anime and TV and movie news. Chapters 00:00-Introduction to Nerd Culture 02:34-Nerdy Activities and Recent Media Consumption 05:21-Anime Exploration and Recommendations 08:11-Video Game Showcase Highlights 10:49-State of Play and Game Announcements 13:51-God of War: Laufey and Character Discussions 16:40-Critiques and Community Reactions 19:28-Diverse Gaming Experiences and Future Expectations 26:20-The Evolution of Game Mechanics 29:41-Summer Game Fest Highlights 33:48-Excitement for Upcoming Releases 37:49-Game Rental Services and Their Value 52:48-The Future of Xbox Exclusives 53:17-The Future of Gaming Brands 54:43-Introducing the ROG Xbox Ally X20 57:17-Xbox Demo Fest: A New Era for Gamers 59:41-Call of Duty's New Direction 01:00:35-Emerging Anime Streaming Services 01:03:31-Hunter x Hunter Returns 01:04:23-Streets of Rage Movie Adaptation 01:10:51 -Upcoming Animated Series and Movies   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: [email protected]   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   

Your favorite Blerds are back brining you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture.  This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are talking the latest in gaming industry controversies, including the shocking price hike of the Steamdeck OLED. Plus, AI industry shifts, anime awards, and upcoming TV and movie releases.    Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Nerd Culture 02:35 - Nerdy Activities and Gaming Updates 05:45 - Anime and Media Consumption 08:27 - Discussion on Spider Noir 11:12 - Legislation Impacting Video Games 13:28 - Game Delays and Industry Insights 16:06 - GTA Pricing Controversy 18:49 - Rockstar's Employee Union 21:44 - Call of Duty Updates 24:25 - Steam Deck Price Increase 26:11 - The Rising Costs of Gaming Consoles 31:02 - PlayStation's AI Integration in Game Development 34:34 - Xbox's Corporate Strategy and Potential Layoffs 48:48 - Controversial End User License Agreements in Gaming 55:13 - Game Pass and Profitability 57:20 - Forza Horizon's Success in Japan 59:09 - Anime Awards Overview 01:12:17 - Upcoming TV and Movie Releases   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: [email protected] 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 

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture.  This week, Shannon and Jaja give their full review on the highly controversial game, Mixtape. Plus, Jaja gives the rundown of all of the game showcase's coming up. Newsflash, it's ALOT. The Blerds are also talking about Xbox's rebrand to XBOX. What does this mean for the brand?  Plus, we're running through our upcoming shows for this summer.    Chapters 00:00-Introduction to Nerd Culture 04:30-Gaming Adventures and Experiences 10:33-Anticipation for GTA VI 12:58-Mixtape Review and Critique 21:21-Gameplay vs. Movie Experience 22:10-Summer Showcase Excitement 24:34-PlayStation State of Play Preview 28:07-Sony's Price Hike Announcement 35:14-Security Vulnerabilities in PSN Accounts 38:30-Xbox Updates and Community Engagement 42:26-Xbox Community Feedback and Priorities 46:20-Upcoming Xbox Changes and Leadership 46:47-Excitement for Upcoming TV Shows 51:22-DC's New Releases and Genre Variety 51:38-Spider Noir and Upcoming Releases 53:30-Marvel's Future: Daredevil and Wonder Man 58:07-Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts Make sure to subscirbe 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: [email protected]   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   

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are talking GTA 6 pre-order rumors, the upcoming Steam Deck, and the hype around Forza Horizon 6 along with it's outrageous file size. They're also talking about the reviews of the newly released game, Mixtape. Is the game an industry plant? The episode also dives into the latest in gaming, Marvel movie updates, and anime crossovers, with insights on game reviews, upcoming movies, and comic book cameos. Chapters 00:00-Introduction to Nerd Culture 01:56-Gaming Experiences and Updates 08:56-Anticipation for GTA 6 Pre-Orders 13:43-Age Verification Laws and Gaming 17:55-Steam Machine Updates and Speculations 23:18-PlayStation UI Update and Player Counts 27:55-Nintendo's Development Challenges 28:37-Nintendo Switch 2: Anticipation and Concerns 34:04-Xbox's Forza Horizon 6: High Hopes and Expectations 39:47-Mixtape Game: Nostalgia or Overhyped? 50:16-Gamer Score and Xbox Updates 54:56-Jujutsu Kaisen and Marvel Cameos 58:22-Sonic 4 and Movie Updates 01:00:05-Avengers Secret Wars Casting News 01:03:44-Young Avengers and Future of the MCU 01:07:38-The Boys Finale and Gen V Cancellation Make sure to subscirbe 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: [email protected]   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   

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are covering the latest in gaming and nerd culture, including new hardware releases, game sales, and industry controversies. They talk insights on Steam controller shortages, Sony's DRM policies, and recent game releases as well as tech, anime, and upcoming movies and shows.   00:00 Welcome Back to Nerd Culture 00:18 Nerdy Updates: Anime, Gaming, and More 05:04 Cosplay and Conventions: Highlights from the Villain's Ball 08:03 Vacation Tales: Bermuda Adventures 11:32 Daredevil and Invincible: Series Reviews 14:48 Steam News: Controllers and Game Compatibility 19:03 PlayStation's Latest Releases and Sales Performance 23:14 Sony's Legal Troubles and Digital Sales Issues 25:06 DRM Controversies and Consumer Reactions 30:32 Price Increases and Consumer Impact 34:56 Nintendo's New Announcements and Price Changes 41:35 Xbox Updates and Industry Comparisons 41:56 New Boot Animation and Xbox Integration 43:38 AI Developments in Gaming 45:53 Upscaling Technology and Game Preservation 48:03 Anime Adaptations and Hype 50:21 One Piece Remake and Expectations 53:53 Attack on Titan's 4K Release 55:40 Mortal Kombat 2 Review and Expectations   Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube and Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcast app of choice.      

Your favorite Blerds are back bringing you all of their thoughts on everything happening in nerd culture. This week, Shannon, Jaja and James are talking the announcement of Toei Games. What do you hope to see from the company? Plus, all of the announcements from Dragon Ball Z Battle Games Hour. Plus everything going on at Xbox under Asha Shama and more video game news. They're also discussing the trailer for Coyote vs. Acme, the Clayface teaser and the reveal of Spider-Noir villains. Make sure to subscribe to us on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your podcast app of choice! 00:00 -Intro 02:44 -Nerdy Activities and Recommendations 05:31 -Anime and Gaming Updates 08:27 -Wrestling Highlights and Opinions 11:09 -Toei Games Announcement 18:57 - Dragon Ball Z Game Updates and Announcements 22:13 - Indie Game Development and Vampire Survivors 24:24 -Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake 26:20 - Stop Killing Games Movement Progress 27:53 -Steam News and Android Compatibility 32:43 -Nintendo Lawsuit and Tariffs 34:21 -Upcoming Switch 2 Games 36:32 -Xbox Game Pass Price Drop and Market Impact 43:06 - Navigating Xbox's Subscription Tiers 43:35 -Xbox's Commitment to Player Satisfaction 44:35 - Xbox's Strategic Memo and Future Vision 46:33 -Asha Sharma's Leadership and Xbox's Direction 48:12 -Kojima's Mysterious Visit to Xbox Studios 51:09 -Xbox's Partnership with Discord and Future Acquisitions 52:52 -Indie Game Showcase and Xbox's Future Trajectory 54:39 -DC's Villains and Upcoming Projects 56:14 -Coyote vs. Acme and Clayface Trailer Discussion 59:04 -Gen V Cancellation and Future of The Boys 01:02:22 - Villain's Ball and Upcoming Events   Follow Us!  https://linktr.ee/blerdsnerds   National Resources List https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList   Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK56I-TNUnhKhcWLZxoUTaw   Email us: [email protected]   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