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🎙️ 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
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🎙️ 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
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Ep.171 – GTA Controversy, Magic Meets Final Fantasy & Ubisoft’s Risky Future!
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
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Ep.170 – State of Play, Siege 2, & Elden Ring: What You Need to Know!
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 🎮🔥
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Ep.169 – Battlefield’s Big Comeback & Xbox on Switch 2?!
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
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