The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast

In this episode of the Nerd Nest podcast, we focus on Sony's shift from hardware to a platform-based model, the unique position of Nintendo, and handheld gaming by Xbox. We also delve into the impact of indie games, focusing on Mina the Hollower, a new title from Yacht Club Games. And we discuss the impact of leaks and misinformation in the gaming industry. Subscribe to the Panel @RetroGameCorps @FanTheDeck @BillFairchild @ThePhawx With Special Guest @BeatEmUps ➡️ https://youtu.be/r2bPcRcHH4E?si=ONUid5NJ2_1zeNa2🔔Get notified! https://www.youtube.com/c/NerdNest?sub_confirmation=1——————————— 🎯SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ———————————▶️Support on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NerdNestPodcast▶️Join us! https://www.youtube.com/nerdnest/join▶️Humble Bundle Partner Link - https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=nerdnest▶️ Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/4lzF4wY▶️Nerd Nest Merch - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiC38Llz5e3qR6EaQAGlWvw/store——————————— ⚠️CONNECT ———————————▶️ VOICECAST - https://voicecast.app/nerdnest▶️ BLUESKY - https://bsky.app/profile/nerdnest.tv▶️ NERD NEST DISCORD - http://nerdnest.tv/discord▶️THREADS - https://www.threads.net/@billfairchild▶️ NERD NEST TWEETS - https://twitter.com/NerdNestTV——————————— 🎧PODCASTS ———————————▶️ THE NERD NEST PODCAST- http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerdnest▶️ 143 PIXELS - http://nerdnest.tv/143——————————— ⚙️GEAR I USE ———————————➡️GEAR I USE - https://www.amazon.com/shop/nerdnest💵Nerd Nest may receive a commission on sales of items linked above. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Affiliate links will be marked with a 💵.Chapters00:00:00 - Nerd Nest Podcast Ep. 11000:02:39 - The Console Wars are OVER00:20:56 - Xbox Handheld Docked Mode?00:37:16 - Nintendo Patents Fishing00:45:23 - Indie Games00:56:03 - Leaks & Rumors01:18:31 - Upgradable Consoles01:33:36 - The Games we’ve been playing

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🔔Get notified! https://www.youtube.com/c/NerdNest?sub_confirmation=1Sources:https://wccftech.com/rog-xbox-ally-prices-leaked/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-fbi-has-seized-a-major-nintendo-switch-piracy-site/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njzERtlBcB0&t=2255shttps://www.gamesradar.com/games/fps/bioshock-creator-says-audiences-reward-single-player-games-that-dont-have-other-methods-of-monetization-like-baldurs-gate-3-kingdom-come-deliverance-2-and-clair-obscur-expedition-33/https://www.metacritic.com/game/tony-hawks-pro-skater-3-plus-4/https://www.metacritic.com/game/donkey-kong-bananza/https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/a-game-once-sold-belongs-to-the-customer-prominent-eu-politician-stands-up-for-stop-killing-games/https://www.reddit.com/r/dbrand/comments/1lwrl9q/joycon_detachment_update_part_3_we_fixed_it/https://www.reddit.com/r/dbrand/comments/1ljlhwy/joycon_detachment_update_part_2_were_fixing_it/https://www.ign.com/articles/the-only-official-john-wick-video-game-is-being-pulled-from-all-platforms-6-years-after-releasehttps://www.gamespot.com/articles/fallout-5-is-now-reportedly-fully-greenlit/1100-6533153/https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/s/peIdcajbechttps://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/07/valve-gets-pressured-by-payment-processors-with-a-new-rule-for-game-devs-and-various-adult-games-removed/https://youtu.be/h-5XBiBbUlghttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2667120/Ballionaire/——————————— 🎯SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ———————————▶️Support on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NerdNestPodcast▶️Join us! https://www.youtube.com/nerdnest/join▶️Humble Bundle Partner Link - https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=nerdnest▶️ Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/4lzF4wY▶️Nerd Nest Merch - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiC38Llz5e3qR6EaQAGlWvw/store——————————— ⚠️CONNECT ———————————▶️ VOICECAST - https://voicecast.app/nerdnest▶️ BLUESKY - https://bsky.app/profile/nerdnest.tv▶️ NERD NEST DISCORD - http://nerdnest.tv/discord▶️THREADS - https://www.threads.net/@billfairchild▶️ NERD NEST TWEETS - https://twitter.com/NerdNestTV——————————— 🎧PODCASTS ———————————▶️ THE NERD NEST PODCAST- http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerdnest▶️ 143 PIXELS - http://nerdnest.tv/143——————————— ⚙️GEAR I USE ———————————➡️GEAR I USE - https://www.amazon.com/shop/nerdnest💵Nerd Nest may receive a commission on sales of items linked above. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Affiliate links will be marked with a 💵.Topics00:00 - Valve changes the rules07:05 - Xbox Handheld Price LEAKED09:23 - Anti-Cheat AGAIN13:54 - Full games are “old school”17:37 - Fallout 5 - Greenlit?19:59 - Nintendo gonna Nintendo22:43 - dbrand’s debacle25:16 - Stop Killing Games Update26:22 - New Releases & Upcoming Games31:16 - Indie Spotlight

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This episode is going to be a bit different, It's just me rounding up the news solo, but I figured since I put it on YouTube, I could drop it on my podcast feed as well, If you hate this idea, hop on the community discord and let me know. (nicely) UGREEN Nexode 45W Retractable Charger at Best Buy https://bit.ly/44vfhivUGREEN Series at Best Buy https://bit.ly/3GoqIAKSourceshttps://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/european-game-publisher-group-responds-to-stop-killing-games-claims-these-proposals-would-curtail-developer-choice/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/prolific-port-studio-says-any-60fps-xbox-series-s-game-will-easily-port-to-nintendo-switch-2/https://x.com/rafcolantonio/status/1941503596870369388https://www.gamefile.news/p/playstation-plus-15th-anniversary-interview-ghost-of-tsushimahttps://www.gamesradar.com/games/sony-is-really-thoughtful-about-bringing-playstation-franchises-like-god-of-war-and-the-last-of-us-off-console-and-ps5-games-going-to-pc-is-a-matter-of-if-not-when/https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/07/lsfg-vk-aims-to-bring-lossless-scalings-frame-generation-to-linux/https://www.metacritic.com/game/system-shock-2-25th-anniversary-remaster/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/less-than-20-of-tony-hawks-pro-skater-3-4s-soundtrack-is-made-up-of-songs-from-the-original-games/https://store.steampowered.com/app/3527290/PEAK/🔔Get notified! https://www.youtube.com/c/NerdNest?sub_confirmation=1——————————— 🎯SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ———————————▶️Support on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/NerdNestPodcast▶️Join us! https://www.youtube.com/nerdnest/join▶️Humble Bundle Partner Link - https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner=nerdnest▶️ Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/4lzF4wY▶️Nerd Nest Merch - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiC38Llz5e3qR6EaQAGlWvw/store——————————— ⚠️CONNECT ———————————▶️ VOICECAST - https://voicecast.app/nerdnest▶️ BLUESKY - https://bsky.app/profile/nerdnest.tv▶️ NERD NEST DISCORD - http://nerdnest.tv/discord▶️THREADS - https://www.threads.net/@billfairchild▶️ NERD NEST TWEETS - https://twitter.com/NerdNestTV——————————— 🎧PODCASTS ———————————▶️ THE NERD NEST PODCAST- http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nerdnest▶️ 143 PIXELS - http://nerdnest.tv/143——————————— ⚙️GEAR I USE ———————————➡️GEAR I USE - https://www.amazon.com/shop/nerdnest💵Nerd Nest may receive a commission on sales of items linked above. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Affiliate links will be marked with a 💵.00:00 - Stop Killing Games!05:40 - SPONSOR: UGREEN07:06 - We’re about to see TONS of Switch 2 Games12:52 - Sony Slowing PC Ports?16:19 - Lossless Scaling on its way to SteamOS!18:00 - New Releases Review Roundup20:02 - Upcoming Games21:02 - Indie Spotlight21:43 - Monthly Games

Russ Crandall, a video game preservation advocate, and Kerry Gollum, a passionate content creator, dive into the implications of Xbox layoffs and the Stop Killing Games initiative. They discuss the emotional toll of these layoffs on developers and gamers alike, while stressing the importance of game preservation and player rights. The duo also critiques the sustainability of subscription services like Game Pass and the influence of corporate priorities in game development, concluding with a reflection on the future of creative leadership and storytelling in gaming.

Rich and Russ, both passionate content creators in the gaming realm, delve into the exciting shifts in the Xbox landscape. They discuss Xbox's collaboration with AMD for next-gen consoles and the potential of the Xbox Ally handheld device. The duo critiques corporate messaging and gaming strategies, highlighting Xbox's move towards PC compatibility and affordable Game Pass access. They explore the rivalry with Steam and speculate on future console releases while reflecting on nostalgia in gaming and current deals on popular titles, creating a lively exchange of insights.

Rich, a savvy content creator and gaming insider, joins his fellow enthusiast Russ to dissect the landscape of handheld gaming. They dive into the competitive showdown between the Xbox Ally and Steam Deck, exploring specs like RAM and battery life. Pricing dynamics are debated, with insights on the value of premium devices. The hosts share firsthand experiences from a chaotic event, highlighting the excitement of testing new tech. They also examine the evolution of display technology and how nostalgia shapes gaming perceptions.

Rich, a content creator known for his insights on video games and handheld devices, joins the conversation to shed light on the evolving landscape of portable gaming. They dissect the pros and cons of the Nintendo Switch 2 and the future of Xbox handhelds. Ergonomics of devices come into play, along with inventive accessories that enhance comfort. The humorous side of handheld gaming is explored, touching on the quirks of cartridges and the nostalgia of past consoles. Expect lively debates on performance and personal preferences between the Steam Deck and Legion Go!