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Episode Notes This week on Nerds with Mics, the crew dives into what they’ve been geeking out on lately! Travis wraps up The Last of Us finale, checks out Duster, Fountain of Youth, Bob’s Burgers, and gets hands-on with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Jarred is deep into Siege, League, Expedition 33, and is perfecting his flight setup—plus, some classic DOOM action. Justin finishes TLOU and The Rehearsal, explores The Studio finale, swings for the fences in MLB The Show, and takes on The Precinct. In gaming news, Justin breaks down Mindseye—the futuristic GTA-like from ex-Rockstar dev Leslie Benzies, dropping June 10th. Will you try it, or just wait for GTA 6? Jarred teases the upcoming Xbox Showcase on June 8th, promising big Game Pass reveals! Plus, what are the guys looking forward to next week? From vacations to new tech, hear what’s got them hyped. 🎧 Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and all things nerdy! Hashtags to join the convo: NerdsWithMics #PodcastLife #GamingPodcast #PopCulture #XboxShowcase #Mindseye #GTA6 #GamePass #TLOU #WeeklyNerd #PodcasterThoughts #PodcastCommunity Drop your thoughts on Mindseye or what you’re playing this week below! 👇 Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes We’re back with a jam-packed episode of Nerds With Mics as Travis, Justin, and Jarred catch up on what they’ve been watching, playing, and nerding out over — from Wind Waker and Spider-Man on Disney+ to The Rehearsal, The Last of Us, and even a King’s Island adventure. 🎢🎮 🎬 Hot Topics This Week: SAG-AFTRA vs. AI Darth Vader: Why the union is pushing back on AI usage in Fortnite 🎮 Borderlands 4 drama: Is $80 the new norm? Randy Pitchford’s comments spark backlash 🧟 TLOU will need 4 seasons?! Craig Mazin confirms what fans have speculated 🪙 PlayStation Stars is shutting down — here’s what you need to know 🚗 Duster debuts on Max! Josh Holloway’s big return in a 1970s crime thriller by J.J. Abrams Plus: We talk Expedition 33, the surprising $50 price for the new Mafia game, and whether nostalgia is fueling smart casting in Hollywood. 🔥 Whether you’re a gamer, movie buff, or just here for the banter — this one’s for you! 👉 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform! NerdsWithMics #Podcast #TheLastOfUs #Borderlands4 #SpiderMan #DusterOnMax #JoshHolloway #SAGAftra #GamingNews #PopCulturePodcast #PlayStation #VideoGames #NerdCulture #Expedition33 #Nintendo #Movies #Fortnite #AI #LostTVShow #JJABRAMS #MafiaGame 🎮🎧🍿 Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes This week on Nerds With Mics, we’re diving into the biggest news across TV, gaming, and more! 🎮📺🕹️ 🗞️ The Office is getting a spinoff! NBC announces The Paper 🧻—landing on Peacock this September, and yes, Oscar is back! 👨‍💼 ☢️ Fallout Season 2 is coming December 2025, and it’s already locked in for Season 3! 💥 Wasteland fans, rejoice! 🔫📺 🕷️ First official look at Nicolas Cage as Spider-Man Noir is here, and it’s everything you’d expect. 🕸️ Coming to Amazon Prime in 2026! 🚨 Nintendo’s new EULA gives them the power to brick your console if you mod or extract ROMs 😳💣. We break down what this means for ownership vs. licensing and how laws differ in the U.S. and Europe. 🎖️ Battlefield 6’s campaign draws inspiration from the Civil War—with ordinary people thrown into chaos. 🇺🇸💥 🕶️ Rumors swirl about GTA IV and Max Payne 3 getting current-gen ports—nostalgia incoming! 💿🔥 🎧 Hit play now for all this and more, and don’t forget to tell us what YOU think about Nintendo’s controversial move. 👀👇 Fallout #NintendoSwitch2 #TheOffice #SpiderManNoir #Battlefield6 #GTAIV #MaxPayne3 #GamingNews #PopCulture #NerdsWithMics 🎮🎙️ Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes In this week’s episode, Travis covers all the big announcements shaking up the gaming world: 🧙‍♂️ Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 is LIVE – and it’s massive! We’re talking new subclasses like the Drunken Master Monk and Hexblade Warlock, long-awaited cross-play, and an all-new photo mode to capture those cinematic moments. 📸🔥 🏁 Mario Kart World Direct hits on April 17, 2025! Nintendo’s dropping 15 minutes of high-speed info about Mario Kart World for the Switch 2 – and we’re ready to drift into the details. 🚗💨 🌌 Star Wars: Zero Company Announced! Respawn and Bit Reactor are teaming up for a turn-based, single-player Star Wars strategy game. It’s called Zero Company and features a diverse cast, strategic gameplay, and possibly some Mandalorian action. More will be revealed at Star Wars Celebration Japan on April 19. 👽✨ 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: What subclass are you playing in Baldur’s Gate 3? Are you hyped for Mario Kart on Switch 2? Think Zero Company will hit the mark? 👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe, and 🗣️ Share with your fellow nerds! 🎧 Available wherever you get your podcasts! Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🚨 Nintendo delays Switch 2 preorders due to possible 24% tariffs 😬 🎬 Minecraft Movie SMASHES records, beating Mario at the box office 💣 🗡️ Live-action Zelda movie coming March 2027! Are we hype or nervous? 👀 Plus… 🎮 What we’re watching & playing: AC Shadows, POE, Siege, Split Fiction, The Rookie & more! 👂 Listen now & sound off: What do YOU want from the Zelda movie? Could tariffs change how games launch?? 👇 ZeldaMovie #MinecraftMovie #NintendoSwitch2 #TariffTalk #GamerNews #AssassinsCreedShadows #TheRookie #PathOfExile #NerdCulture #GamingPodcast #NerdsWithMics #Switch2 #GamersUnite 🎧🕹️ Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes Nerds With Mics Ep. 175: TLOU 2 CUT SHORT?! 🚨 Nintendo Direct Hints at Switch 2 & Andor’s Vader Tease! 🤯 This week, we’re diving into everything from Severance and Mythic Quest to Solo Leveling and Assassin’s Creed Shadows! Plus, Travis needs to get back into Monster Hunter—will he make a comeback? 🏹🎮 🔥 In the news: ⚡ The Last of Us Season 2 is SHORTER?! Why is HBO cutting it down to 7 episodes instead of 9? What does this mean for future seasons? 😱 🎮 Nintendo Direct Switch 2 Hints?! Could we finally be getting an announcement? 🤔 🚀 Andor Season 2 Trailer Hints at Darth Vader? Fans are debating—was that a Force choke, or just a panic attack?! 🫣 Plus: 💦 PowerWash Simulator—oddly satisfying or just straight-up weird? 🔫 Which Assassin’s Creed game has us the most hyped? Strap in for another jam-packed episode of Nerds With Mics! 🎧 Podcast #TLOU2 #NintendoDirect #Switch2 #Andor #DarthVader #Severance #AssassinsCreed #GamingNews #StarWars Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes Buckle up, nerds! This week, the mics are hot, and the topics are all over the map. We dive deep into the newly revealed Assassin’s Creed: Shadows 🗡️—is it the shinobi experience we’ve been waiting for, or just another stealthy step in the series? Then, we revisit the mind-bending world of Severance 🧠—what’s really going on down at Lumon Industries? Of course, no episode is complete without our Hot Takes 🌶️ (prepare to be triggered), and we wrap it up with our Pics of the Week 📸—everything from games and shows to snacks we can’t put down. Expect randomness, laughs, and a little chaos… but hey, that’s how we roll. ➡️ Listen now! Available wherever you get your podcasts. Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🎙️ Nerds With Mics: Severance Shocks & Acclaim Returns – What’s Next?!  🎮🔥 This week, we dive into Monster Hunter Wilds, Avowed, Marvel Rivals, Severance, Reacher, and more! Plus, the Oscars are right around the corner—who are the frontrunners? 🏆 🔥 In gaming news: ⚡ Acclaim is BACK! The legendary ‘90s publisher behind Mortal Kombat, WWF, and The Simpsons is making a comeback! What does this mean for indie devs and classic franchises? 🎮 💰 Rockstar makes moves! They’ve acquired an Aussie studio with L.A. Noire ties—how will this impact GTA 6? 🤯 🎮 Xbox is bringing MORE games to PlayStation than Sony itself?! Forza, Doom, Outer Worlds 2—what’s Microsoft’s endgame? 🤯 Severance Theory Time! 🚪 That elevator… where does it GO?! 👀 Who’s watching them, and why do they look familiar? ❗ 3 episodes left—can we handle the twists?! 🕹️ Most Satisfying Combat in Games From Shadow of Mordor to Wolfenstein 2, we debate which games deliver the most addictive gameplay mechanics. 🗡️🔫 Don’t miss this jam-packed episode! Listen now! 🎧 Podcast #Severance #GamingNews #Acclaim #Xbox #RockstarGames #MonsterHunter #PlayStation #GamingCommunity Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🎙️ Nerds With Mics Ep. #172 – GTA 6’s Game-Changing Future, MCU Confusion & Assassin’s Creed Leaks! 🤯🔥 🚀 GTA 6’s “Project ROME” could change gaming forever! Rockstar is taking inspiration from Fortnite and Roblox, aiming for a fully modifiable, ever-evolving world. Could this be the ultimate gaming metaverse? 🎬 The MCU is so broken that even Hideo Kojima is confused! What’s going on with Marvel, and can they fix it? ⚔️ Assassin’s Creed Shadows leaked—A MONTH early! Ubisoft scrambles to contain the damage, but will this kill the hype? 💥 Wonder Woman game canceled & Monolith Studios shut down after 31 years! What does this mean for Warner Bros. and the future of superhero games? 🎮 Plus:     •Fable delayed to 2026—was the gameplay reveal worth the wait?     •Monster Hunter World drops a massive day-one update.     •Activision admits to using AI-generated assets—how much is too much?     •Kathleen Kennedy exiting Lucasfilm—what’s next for Star Wars?     •Our picks for underrated animated films & best multiplayer gaming memories! 📢 Tune in, nerd out, and join the conversation! 👉 #GTA6 #MCU #AssassinsCreedShadows #StarWars #Fable #GamingPodcast #NerdsWithMics Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🚀 Ubisoft doubles down on live-service & open-world games—but is that what gamers really want? Plus, Rainbow Six Siege is getting a massive overhaul with Siege X! 🎭 GTA & violence—here we go again! A Rockstar dev says they aren’t worried about GTA influencing real-world crime. But should they be? We dive into the age-old debate. 🃏 Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy crossover! Four new Commander decks are coming, featuring legends like Cloud, Terra, Tidus, and Y’shtola! Will this be a must-buy for FF fans? 🎮 Relaxing games, SNL’s best moments & more! From Severance and FF7 Remake to Lost and Marvel Rivals, we break down what we’ve been playing & watching. 📢 Tune in, nerd out, and join the conversation! 👉 #GTA6 #FinalFantasy #MagicTheGathering #Ubisoft #SNL50 #GamingPodcast #NerdsWithMics Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes In this episode of Nerds With Mics, we’re diving into the biggest gaming news, some mystery topics, and of course—our unfiltered hot takes! 🔥 Buckle up, because we’re covering: 🕵️‍♂️ Mystery Topic of the Week – What are we teasing? You’ll have to tune in! 👀 💣 Siege 2 Rumors – Is Ubisoft about to drop a bombshell on February 16? 🎯 💰 EA Says Players Want Live Service – Do they really, or is this just corporate speak? 🤔 🔥 Elden Ring: Nightreign Playtest Invites – Who’s getting in, and what to expect! ⚔️ 🦾 Delta Force: Black Hawk Down DLC Release Date – Warzone vibes or something fresh? 🛩️ 🎮 PlayStation's BIG State of Play Event (Feb 12) – Death Stranding 2, Marathon, Lost Soul Aside—what are we most hyped for? 🚀 And, of course, Justin’s review of Indiana Jones is LIVE on NerdsWithMics.com! 🏆 💬 What are YOU most excited about? Drop a comment! ⬇️ NerdsWithMics #GamingPodcast #EldenRing #PlayStation #Siege2 #DeltaForce #LiveServiceGames #IndianaJones #StateOfPlay #GamingNews #GamersUnite 🎮🔥 Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🚀 Is the next Battlefield the redemption we’ve been waiting for? EA is ramping up playtests, and rumors are swirling about massive improvements. Could this be the franchise’s comeback story? 🎮 Xbox & Nintendo teaming up?! Phil Spencer hints at Xbox games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, and we break down what this means for the gaming industry. 🔥 Plus, we dive into 2025’s most anticipated games & movies AND debate whether open-world games are getting out of control. Are we losing the magic of classic linear experiences? 🎧 Tune in, nerd out, and join the conversation! 👉 #Battlefield #XboxOnSwitch #NintendoSwitch2 #GamingPodcast #NerdsWithMics Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🎧 Buckle up, nerds! This week, we’re diving into:     •🚀 The Nintendo Switch 2 teaser and what it tells us about the future of gaming.     •❌ Sony’s decision to cancel another live-service game—a God of War spin-off, no less.     •🛑 Bungie’s big leadership veto on single-player games—what does this mean for fans? 🎙️ Don’t miss this jam-packed episode of Nerds With Mics! Hit subscribe, leave us a review, and join the conversation. Let us know your thoughts on all this week’s topics! 👉 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform and social media for more nerdy fun. 💬 #NintendoSwitch2 #MarioKart9 #GodOfWar #Bungie #GamingNews #NerdsWithMics #StayNerdy 🎮✨ Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🎧 Welcome back, Nerds! In this episode of Nerds With Mics, we dive deep into: 🔥 The importance of 3rd party support for the rumored Nintendo Switch 2. 🌟 Why Cross-Save and Cross-Play are absolute game-changers for gamers like us. 🚀 Don’t miss this packed episode filled with all the nerdy discussions you love! 👉 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform and hit that subscribe button to never miss an episode. Join the conversation by tagging us with your thoughts! 💬 #NintendoSwitch2 #MarvelRivals #CrossPlay #NerdsWithMics #GamingNews #PopCulturePodcast #StayNerdy Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co

Episode Notes 🎯 Topic of the Week: Are stunning graphics essential for an epic gaming experience, or does gameplay always come first? 🖥️🎮 🛋️ Cozy Game Picks: Our go-to games for relaxation—perfect for winding down after a long day. 🧸🎲 📰 Recent News Round-Up: 🤖 PUBG’s AI Partner: Meet PUBG’s NVIDIA ACE-powered AI companion that plays, strategizes, and communicates like a real teammate. 🧠🎯 📱 Meta Ditches Fact-Checking: Facebook & Instagram shift to Community Notes for content moderation—good news for your conspiracy-loving relatives! 😜🔍 💻 NVIDIA RTX 50-Series GPUs: The RTX 5090 promises 4K gaming at 240FPS with groundbreaking AI-powered enhancements. 🚀💥 🎧 What We’ve Been Up To: 🎮📺 • Travis: The Last of Us Part II, Shrinking Finale, Silo, Raspberry Pi 5 retro project, 7 Wonders Duel. 🕹️📺 • Jarred: Arma Reforger, Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, snowstorms, Balatro. ❄️🔫 • Justin: The Last of Us Part II, Arma Reforger, Indiana Jones, Marvel Rivals, Dexter: Original Sin. 🐍🎬 🎯 Looking Ahead: • 📺 Severance returns—Jarred & Justin can’t wait! • ✈️ Justin dreams of his next vacation. 🏆 Picks of the Week: 🎲🎮 • Travis: 7 Wonders Duel / Shrinking 🃏📺 • Jarred: Balatro / Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Remaster 🎰🔫 • Justin: Dexter: Original Sin / Arma Reforger 🔪🪖 🎙️ Join the conversation! What’s more important to YOU in a game: graphics or gameplay? Drop your thoughts below! 👇💬 📲 Follow Us Everywhere: @NerdsWithMics 🔔 Subscribe & Leave a Review! ⭐ 🎧 Available Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts! 🎙️✨ NerdsWithMics #GamingPodcast #CozyGames #RTX5090 #PUBG #MetaNews #PodcastCommunity #GamingDebate #NerdCulture #PodcastLife #GamersUnite 🚀🎮 Find out more at https://nerds-with-mics.pinecast.co