The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was absolutely amazing! However, some of it was a little disappointing... let's get into what made this direct so unique!
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It is time to review the next game in the Monster Hunter series, Monster Hunter Wilds! This game has been an absolute blast, but it also has some flaws! Join us as we take a deep dive into what makes the game so great and where it can improve!
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00:00 - intro
00:43 - a solid game
01:52 - online multiplayer
04:39 - new & missing features
08:56 - performance problems
10:23 - multiplayer
11:29 - switching weapons
15:44 - the monsters
17:46 - review scores
21:43 - outroDISCORD
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The Simply Nerdy panel discusses the upcoming release of Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition this week! Let's get into why we are excited about this version of the game and how it could shape the future of the series!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - intro
01:08 - new story and features
04:44 - Lisa's favorite songs and skells
06:09 - Steven going in blind
06:56 - possible live streams
07:40 - the bowel movement song
11:20 - monolith soft
12:21 - originally introduced new mechanics
15:57 - tweaks to the story
16:58 - combat UI differences
18:42 - general improvements
19:44 - online multiplayer
22:17 - overall thoughts
24:01 - outro
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Austin and Steven interview a #1 best-selling author Aaron N. Hall, the genius behind the book The Legend of Uh! It is a fantastic parody of the fantasy genre! If you are a fantasy fan, you will find something to love in this adventure and you'll notice some fun references throughout the book! I cannot recommend this book enough to our nerdy audience, you won't regret giving this book a read!
Where to find Aaron!
https://www.aaronnhall.com/
https://www.instagram.com/aaronn.hall
https://www.facebook.com/aaronnhallofficial
#thelegendofuh #fantacy #books #aaronnhall
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - intro
01:28 - a peek into Aaron’s books
02:50 - a loving parody
04:41 - references in uh
08:13 - based on a d&d campaign
08:40 - legend of uh sequel?
09:30 - writing process
11:03 - surprising characters
12:52 - the uh audiobook
14:15 - the uh cover art
14:50 - spend a day with an orc
16:05 - any uh challenges
18:04 - uh deleted scene
21:00 - starting point for Aaron's books
23:37 - the wevlian chronicles
26:06 - writing advice
27:31 - upcoming projects
29:14 - where to find Aaron
29:33 - outro
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Anthony, Austin, and Steven talk about their overall impression of the newest entry in the Monster Hunter series, Monster Hunter Wilds! There is a lot to love here and a lot not to love... so tune in as we discuss it all!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - intro00:43 - no wirebugs03:18 - more narrative04:25 - PC optimization05:08 - multiplayer07:30 - launch woes08:43 - impressions and improvements11:35 - performance issues15:08 - outroDISCORDhttps://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYyMERCHhttps://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merchPATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
Music is a huge part of what makes video games unforgettable! In this episode, our panel dives into their personal Top 5 Favorite Video Game Soundtracks of All Time! From epic orchestral scores to nostalgic chiptune classics, each of us brings a unique list filled with music that shaped our gaming journeys.Which soundtracks made the cut? Will your favorites be on our lists? Let us know your top picks in the comments!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - intro00:42 - sonic adventure 2 battle02:00 - beyond good & evil03:08 - hogwarts legacy04:11 - astro bot05:23 - breath of the wild/tears of the kingdom07:35 - kingdom hearts 3D08:33 - ori series09:38 - octopath traveler11:08 - kid icarus uprising14:15 - xenoblade series17:00 - hollow knight17:46 - owlboy19:52 - sayonara wild hearts20:51 - tmnt shredder's revenge22:05 - paper mario the origami king26:05 - the sims27:27 - chrono trigger29:06 - halo series30:27 - final fantasy 7 remake31:18 - ocarina of time35:02 - Lisa's honorable mentions36:16 - kirby's epic yarn37:52 - minecraft volume beta39:24 - super lucky's tale40:24 - anything Daren Korb42:49 - genshin impact46:58 - outroDISCORDhttps://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYyMERCHhttps://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merchPATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
Join David, Lisa, and Steven as they dive deep into the incredible legacy of the Nintendo Switch, debating why it might just be Nintendo's greatest console generation yet! Plus, just look at the INCREDIBLE library that exists for the system! Most of the games happen to be the best of their respective series too!TIMESTAMPS00:00 - intro01:46 - animal crossing new horizons03:53 - astral chain06:07 - fire emblem three houses07:35 - kirby and the forgotten land10:31 - luigi's mansion 312:36 - mario + rabbids14:40 - mario kart 8 deluxe17:21 - metroid dread19:40 - metroid prime22:17 - pikmin 424:15 - pokemon legends arceus28:04 - ring fit adventure29:31 - splatoon 332:09 - super mario 3D world34:35 - super mario bros wonder37:42 - super mario odyssey40:20 - mario RPGs43:01 - super smash bros ultimate46:23 - breath of the wild & tears of the kingdom50:39 - zelda echoes of wisdom53:30 - xenoblade chronicles 358:01 - greatest generation59:28 - nintendo switch 21:00:27 - outro#nintendoswitch #nintendoswitch2 #nintendoconsole #nintendo DISCORDhttps://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYyMERCHhttps://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merchPATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
Storms, we cannot believe that the first arc of the Stormlight Archive is completed. What a RIDE! In this video, we go into FULL spoilers and discuss this amazing entry in the series! #stormlightarchive #windandtruth #dragonsteel #brandonsanderson TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro 00:25 - overall thoughts 02:45 - shallan 04:17 - mental health 06:30 - the heralds 08:16 - tragic/hopeful conclusion 11:11 - dalinar 14:12 - new world power 16:43 - adolin 18:39 - ghostbloods 19:32 - SECRET PROJECT SPOILERS 21:47 - scores 23:50 - outro DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
It is FINALLY time for Anthony, Austin and Steven review Mistborn the Deckbuilding Game! After spending the majority of the holidays playing this game, we are ready to dive into a review! DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
The panel members share their predictions for the Switch successor and comment on the recently leaked news regarding the Switch 2... Could the info be real or fake? TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro & Switch 2 Leaks 05:08 - Launch Title Predictions 08:50 - Leaked Features 13:39 - More Launch Title Predictions! 20:55 - Framerate & Screen Improvements 26:15 - ANOTHER Launch Title Prediction 29:16 - Outro DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy OUTRO: Music: TheFatRat - P.S. Watch the official music video: • TheFatRat - P.S. Listen to P.S.: https://thefatrat.ffm.to/chapter7 Follow TheFatRat: https://ffm.bio/thefatrat
Anthony, Austin, David, and Steven discuss the game award nominees, the games that should have been nominated, their predictions for the winners, and what could possibly be announced during the presentation! Let's talk about the game awards! #thegameawards TIMESTAMPS DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
Anthony, Austin, and Steven dive into Anthony's impressions of the new Mario & Luigi: Brothership game! First we need to address the online controversy of the game, and then jump into Anthony's personal thoughts! Let's go!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - intro
00:49 - A+B nuance
1:30 - long loading screens
02:17 - performance issues
03:54 - art style
10:30 - battle systems
12:58 - mechanics pacing
14:45 - battle plugs
21:40 - characterization & story
24:22 - what would Anthony change?
26:56 - too long?
27:27 - music is incredible
30:20 - outro
Anthony, Austin, and Steven review Bendy and the Ink Machine! There was definitely fun to be had in this decently sized indy game! Let's explore what made it such a great experience and what could have been better! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro 00:54 - non-spoilers 10:53 - spoilers 28:42 - outro DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
The Simply Nerdy panel discusses the recent news of Nintendo Alarmo, the mysterious online play test that no one on our panel got access to, Super Mario Party Jamboree, and finally Mario & Luigi: Brothership! There is a lot to go over here and we have a lot of thoughts! Let's dive in! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - intro 00:47 - nintendo alarmo 07:42 - mysterious online play test 17:26 - super mario party jamboree 27:06 - mario & luigi: brothership 35:55 - outro DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch PATREON https://www.patreon.com/SimplyNerdy
Anthony, Austin, and David discuss their initial impression of the Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom! There are so many positives in this game, but also some negatives. Let's get into it!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - intro
00:35 - hero mode & puzzle combat
03:47 - tears of the kingdom similarities
06:43 - Zelda protagonist
08:20 - swordfighter form
09:46 - the echoes
12:08 - performance issues
25:18 - worth playing despite flaws
26:38 - outro
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Anthony, Alex, Jack, and Steven talk about what they LOVE about Astro Bot! Let's dive into what makes this game unique and how it could shape gaming moving forward! Stay tuned for a review soon! Check out Alex and Jack on their channel! https://www.youtube.com/@Lakezhealme
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00:00 - Intro
01:03 - Alex's Initial Thoughts
02:34 - A blast all the way through
04:07 - Very polished Nintendo game
07:32 - Originality
08:56 - Astro Bot Sets Itself Apart
11:20 - Crazy Levels of Polish
15:05 - Sony's New Mascot
16:34 - Better and BETTER
20:14 - The VISUALS
21:20 - The MUSIC
22:29 - Flawless performance
23:37 - Future collaborations?
25:49 - Game of the year front runner
28:37 - Outro
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From Princesses to Punk Rock, Disney has released this new album that is sure to hit you right in the nostalgia. Steven, Austin, David, and Anthony each bring their own unique take on the album's songs, sparking a lively conversation with their diverse musical opinions. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mwd6Q3NXKtHc8jWMGUtUaGPFXhSgnj9v0&si=Pml1OQiHNYK-6X9H DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch TIPS https://streamlabs.com/simplynerdy1 HASHTAGS #disney #awholenewsound #punkrock 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Part of Your World 02:36 - Remember Me 04:47 - Can You Feel The Love Tonight 11:20 - I2I 15:36 - A Whole New World 19:41 - Go The Distance 23:55 - Surface Pressure 27:40 - You've Got A Friend In Me 30:10 - You'll Be In My Heart 35:09 - Colors of the Wind 38:58 - Let It Go 44:49 - Friend Like Me 49:23 - Final Thoughts
Austin, David, Lisa, and Steven discuss the latest Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer. This Zelda game sets itself apart from previous entries in the series and keeps improving! Let's discuss it!
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00:00 - Intro
00:35 - The Still World
05:45 - Echo Beds Restore Health
06:25 - Continuity Guess
08:00 - Swordfighter Form
14:17 - Automatons
17:35 - September Release Parties
20:10 - Additional Forms?
22:33 - Outro
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The panel finally reviews Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door! There is a spoiler-free section and a spoiler discussion included! Enjoy!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Spoiler-Free Review
11:11 - Spoiler Discussion
18:50 - Outro
Anthony, Austin, David, Steven, and special guest Brett discuss the latest trailer for The Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom. This game keeps getting better and better! Let's get into it! Zelda Comic Referenced:https://tricksywizard.tumblr.com/post/178281420461/in-flight-meal-link-lives-by-the-old-klingon DISCORD https://discord.gg/FXRc6YybYy MERCH https://streamlabs.com/sl_id_c0621c25-2d8e-3423-8f25-1e43a0ccd929/merch TIPS https://streamlabs.com/simplynerdy1
