The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast EVERYONE Knew this would happen!
Nov 10, 2024
Rich, a content creator renowned for his gaming insights, joins to discuss the latest in gaming news. They confirm the Switch 2's backwards compatibility, raising nostalgia while questioning game cartridge usability. The conversation shifts to Nintendo's ongoing lawsuit troubles and the implications for the gaming industry. Rich shares concerns over cloud gaming’s economic pressures and new subscription models, including playtime caps on GeForce Now. They also delve into retro gaming controllers and video game preservation, advocating for better support in maintaining gaming heritage.
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Campaigns, Difficulty, And Unexpected Storytelling
- Kerry finished Call of Duty Black Ops 6 on Veteran and found it easier than past Veterans due to upgrade paths.
- He also played Metal Slug Tactics and felt its story-heavy approach conflicts with the series' cartoonish roots.
Multiplayer Progression Feels Exclusionary
- Bill tried Modern Warfare 3 and liked the campaign's tactile gunplay but avoids multiplayer due to anxiety about real opponents.
- He and the group agreed multiplayer progression and power gaps can make new players feel disadvantaged.
Switch Successor Compatibility Is Confirmed
- Nintendo confirmed Switch games and Nintendo Switch Online will work on the successor, but wording left ambiguity around eShop/licensed content.
- Hosts expect cartridge compatibility and hope for a "Super Switch" boost leveraging NVIDIA tech like DLSS.