This has to stop.

This has to stop.

Author: Bill Fairchild June 7, 2026 Duration: 1:25:46
The Nerd Nest - A Video Game Podcast
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00:00 Intro

02:53 New Handheld Announcements: The ROG Ally X 03:48 Initial Thoughts: "I'm not easily excited"

05:09 The "RAM Apocalypse" and Rising Prices

06:46 Why the AR Glasses Bundle is "Stupid"

10:15 Is the Handheld Market Moving Toward a Niche?

11:45 The Spec Bump vs. Price Jump Problem

13:57 Dreaming of New Form Factors (Clamshells & Flippers)

16:12 MSI Claw 8 AI Plus: Handheld Chips vs. Laptop Chips

18:31 Screen Size Debate: Big Screens vs. Portability

20:16 Handheld Ergonomics: Grips vs. Flat Designs

22:07 Switch 2 Talk: Comfort & Joy-Con Issues

26:23 Price Predictions: Why $2,000 Handhelds are Coming

28:44 The Xbox "Logos" Controversy

32:21 Why Console Wars Can Be Good for Customers

34:08 Xbox’s Strategy Shift: Multi-Platform Publisher

37:20 Handling Nasty Comments and YouTube "Normies"

40:28 Sony State of Play Reaction

40:55 Wolverine Gameplay: Linear vs. Open World

44:38 The "Cringey" AAA Writing Tropes

46:26 Stuntman Returns: Retro Whiplash

47:52 Komorebi & The Clover Studio Family Tree

51:31 Summer Games Fest Highlights

53:21 Resident Evil Code Veronica Remake

54:00 The Last Ronin: Platinum’s Redemption for TMNT?

56:08 Crossfire: The New "Strand-Type" Cover System?

58:05 Alien Isolation 2 Announcement & Concerns

01:11:40 Mina the Hollower (Yacht Club Games)

01:14:31 007: Everything or Nothing Retrospective

01:19:05 Schrödinger's Cat Burglar

01:20:50 Bubsy 4D

01:22:03 Tethergeist: The Celeste Inspiration


Bill Fairchild hosts The Nerd Nest-A Video Game Podcast, a space where genuine conversation takes precedence over platform tribalism. Here, the usual heated debates about consoles are set aside in favor of thoughtful discussions about the games themselves and the wider industry. Bill is regularly joined by fellow content creators, making for a dynamic exchange of perspectives that feels more like a lively chat among friends than a formal broadcast. Their coverage is deliberately broad, touching on everything from PC gaming and the Steam Deck to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and cloud-based platforms. You'll find episodes that break down the latest gaming news alongside deeper dives into trends and developments that shape how we play. This podcast thrives on a shared, deep-seated enthusiasm for the medium, offering a welcoming and informed take for anyone invested in video game culture. The tone is inclusive and engaging, built on the idea that a love for games doesn't require choosing sides. It's that specific approach that has built a dedicated audience for The Nerd Nest, turning it into a reliable hub for listeners who want their gaming talk to be both comprehensive and congenial.
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