The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast

• Xbox Ally X vs Legion Go 2: Which Windows handheld is worth it?

  Check out ⁨@FanTheDeck⁩ ⁨@ThePhawx⁩ and ⁨@RetroGameCorps⁩ In this episode of the Nerd Nest Podcast, hosts Bill, Rich, Russ, and Cary engage in a lively discussion about the current state of the gaming industry, focusing on the pricing and features of the new Xbox Ally and its competition with the Steam Deck. They explore the implications of rising costs in gaming hardware, the evolving handheld gaming market, and consumer expectations. The conversation also delves into the future of gaming consoles, the role of AI in gaming technology, and the significance of display technology in enhancing user experience. Throughout the episode, the hosts share their insights and predictions, making for an engaging and informative discussion for gaming enthusiasts.🔔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 💵.00:00:00 - Nerd Nest Podcast Ep. 11600:02:37 - Xbox Handheld Price00:34:04 - What’s the difference in these chips?00:51:52 - New ROG Xbox Controller01:00:35 - There are too many games.01:14:17 - Games we’ve been playing

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• Xbox and PlayStation Are Getting More Expensive, But My Steam Deck Isn't.

  Hey! Go subscribe to ⁨@baldlyrudy⁩ Check out the rest of the podcast - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLly4JWEWaZCpkvpv3BLgOpqJ-Xki455HUIn this episode of the Nerd Nest Podcast, Bill and Rudy discuss various topics surrounding the gaming industry, including the rising prices of consoles and handheld devices, the impact of tariffs, and the importance of consumer trust in tech reviews. They delve into the controversial topic of loot boxes and marketing tactics used by companies to drive sales. The conversation also touches on Valve's approach to gaming and pricing, as well as Randy Pitchford's recent comments regarding game optimization issues. The episode concludes with predictions about the future of gaming prices and the evolution of handheld devices. In this conversation, Bill and Rudy discuss the recent developments surrounding the EU petition for game preservation, the implications of game difficulty, and the evolution of gaming mechanics. They explore the importance of player rights in the gaming industry, the impact of game preservation on the community, and the upcoming titles that gamers are excited about. The discussion also touches on the balance between accessibility and challenge in modern games, highlighting the need for developers to consider player experience.🔔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 💵.

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• Nintendo wants HOW MUCH? For OLD GAMES?

  🔔Get notified! https://www.youtube.com/c/NerdNest?sub_confirmation=1Check out the other channels ⁨@FanTheDeck⁩ ⁨@ThePhawx⁩ ⁨@RetroGameCorps⁩ and ⁨@BillFairchild⁩ We're back to break down the latest Nintendo Direct! You know the one—the one that revealed a ton of new games, but also left us with a bunch of questions. We're getting into all of it, from the buzz around the Metroid Prime 4 gameplay reveal to the questionable pricing on those Switch remasters.But that's not all! We also got to see the new Virtual Boy accessory for the Nintendo Switch. Is this a genius move or a hilarious throwback? We'll give you our honest thoughts on that, plus we're talking about the new Capcom Retro Revival Pack and what it means for classic game preservation.And because it's a Nerd Nest podcast, we're also diving into a bunch of other gaming topics, including:The performance of GeForce Now and what those PS5 specs and ray tracing rumors could mean.The challenges of Silksong and the debate over game difficulty.Our personal experiences with the new Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.And finally, we're discussing Nvidia's complicated relationship with Linux and the future of gaming tech.Join us and let us know your thoughts on the latest announcements! Did the Nintendo Direct deliver for you, or did it miss the mark?🔔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 💵.

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• Legion Go 2: The Price Problem

  Check out ⁨@baldlyrudy⁩ ! on YT!In this episode of the Nerd Nest Podcast, Bill and Rudy discuss the high pricing of the Lenovo Legion Go 2, the implications of Valve's Steam Frame trademark, and the release of Silksong. They explore the competitive landscape of handheld gaming devices, the challenges indie developers face with pricing, and the excitement surrounding Silksong's launch, which has garnered significant attention and player engagement. Bill and Rudy delve into various aspects of game development, design, and the gaming industry. They discuss the unrealistic budgeting in game development, the value of game length versus quality, and the impact of game design on player engagement. The conversation also touches on Nintendo's game key cards controversy, the challenges of game development for the Switch, and the importance of physical media in gaming. Additionally, they explore the ethics of game ownership and piracy, the value of backlogs and game pricing, and the subjectivity of gaming experiences. The discussion wraps up with thoughts on the future of game adaptations in film and the balance between source material and audience appeal.🔔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 💵.In this Episode00:00:00 - Nerd Nest Podcast 11300:02:40 - Lenovo Legion Go 2 Pricing is Crazy00:20:32 - Steam Frame Speculation00:39:31 - Silksong’s Hype01:06:15 - Game Key Cards…Why?01:26:46 - MGS: Delta hot take01:42:55 - Call of Duty Movie

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• No steam Deck 2 till 2028? Here's why

  Rumors about the Steam Deck 2 say its coming in 2028. Why is Valve waiting so long and giving "competitors" so much runway? We get into that, plus Nintendo's lack of Switch 2 Dev kits, the PS6 Portable, and a whole lot moreCheck out  @FanTheDeck  and  @ThePhawx  and make sure you subscribe to them.🔔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 💵.00:00:00 - Nerd Nest Podcast - Ep 11200:04:13 - Steam respects user privacy ...for now00:10:50 - Steam deck 2 Rumors00:36:42 - Silksong is coming in a few days00:46:32 - PS6 Handheld Rumors01:02:03 - Nintendo holds back Switch 2 Dev Kits01:20:09 - I tried Metal Gear Solid Delta

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