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Nerd Cave Newz
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Join Zach Dykes and Derek Daniel, Weekly on Nerd Cave Newz! Tune in to hear our take on the latest gaming news from PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and more. Get an in-depth look at the industry's biggest releases, insights into upcoming games, and predictions of what's to come from the most trusted names in video game commentary.
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Epic Games Fires 1,000 Employees!
Nintendo just split physical and digital game prices on Switch 2, Xbox's new CEO wants to shake up Game Pass pricing, and Epic lays off over 1,000 employees while shutting down Fortnite modes. This week's gaming news breakdown covers everything you need to know.🔗 Join the Nerd Cave Crew →...
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NVIDIA TICKS OFF THE INTERNET - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek disucss NVIDIA’s DLSS 5 Announcement, Subnautica 2’s legal battle is over, and Project Helix gets more details.Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Nintendo Sues The U.S. Government!
EA just laid off staff across every Battlefield studio weeks after BF6 became the best-selling game of 2025. Nintendo is suing the U.S. government over tariffs that delayed Switch 2 pre-orders. And Xbox has a new boss, a new next-gen console codenamed Project Helix, and a lot of promises about…
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PlayStation ABANDONS PC Games!?!
Derek and Zach discuss PlayStation abandoning PC game ports. Bluepoint almost made a Bloodborne remake and Highguard being shut down. Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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The Great Xbox Shake Up - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek break down everything that has happened to Xbox over the last week and more!Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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Sony Killed Bluepoint!!! - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss the closure of Bluepoint, the PS6 coming out in 2029, and Highguards struggles.Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596Watch Us Live On...
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State Of Play Reactions - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek breakdown all the big announcements from the PlayStation State of Play! Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Listen To Our Podcast On Your...
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Horizon Hunters Gathering Announced! - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss Horizon Hunters Gathering, Xbox hardware revenue dropping a second year in a row, and so much more! Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Ubisoft Can't Win - Nerd Cave Newz
This week on Nerd Cave Newz, we break down Ubisoft’s ongoing collapse as layoffs, cancellations, and a massive stock drop raise serious questions about the company’s leadership and future. We also cover Nintendo’s long-awaited reveal of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, including its release date...
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Ubisoft Is In Trouble - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss Chloe returning to Life Is Strange, Ubisoft closes two studios and cancels six games, and Xbox Delivers a great Developer Direct.Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Is Gaming Dying? - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss Bobby Kotick’s bold claim that Call of Duty sales are down 60% compared to the previous year, Rockstar’s victory in a union-busting case, and GameStop closing 400 stores within the first few weeks of 2026. Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and become part of the…
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Is Ubisoft Anti-Worker?
Ubisoft lays off workers after unionizing, Metroid Prime 4's open world is a planned disappointment and more. Derek and Zach are back for another year of Nerd Cave Newz! Epic Creator Code: NerdCaveSupport us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcaveBuy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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State of Play DROPPED Some BOMBS
Alright, y’all—State of Play happened, and we’ve got thoughts. From Hell is Us and Lost Soul Aside to the return of Metal Gear Solid Delta, we’re breaking down all the big reveals. Plus, we’re talking Sony’s strategy, why their fall lineup is shaping up early, and what Housemarque’s new game,...
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Xbox’s Biggest Games Are Coming to PS5
We’re covering the biggest headlines, including new rumors about Fable, Killer Instinct, and Starfield possibly heading to PS5. Microsoft’s multi-platform strategy is shaking up the industry—what does this mean for Xbox exclusives? Plus, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater finally gets a release...
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Dragon Age The Veilguard Is Dead
In this episode of Nerd Cave Newz, we dive into the latest gaming updates! We talk about Xbox possibly bringing its games to Nintendo Switch 2, what Ubisoft’s Animus Hub means for Assassin’s Creed, and how EA is shifting BioWare’s focus to the next Mass Effect after Dragon Age: The Veilguard...
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NINTENDO SWITCH 2 & NEW MARIO KART!
The Nintendo Switch 2 & New Mario Kart Are Real! Zach and Derek break it all down! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Review
Zach and Derek review Dragon Ball Sparking Zero! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork…
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Ghost of Tsushima 2 IS COMING!
Zach and Derek dive into the video game news of the week! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Images Surface Online
Zach and Derek dive into the video game news of the week! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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What's Next For Bungie?
What is happening at Bungie? Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork Listen To Our Podcast On...
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Santa Monica Studio Is Working On A New Game And It Isn't God Of War!
God Of War Studio Santa Monica is working on a new IP. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch…
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Massive Layoffs At Bungie
Massive Layoffs Hit Bungie and people call for Pete Parsons to resign. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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Overwatch 2 Is Dead?
Overwatch 2 going back to 6v6, the FTC going after gamepass, and generative AI being forced on developers. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us...
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Fallout Season 2 Coming Soon!
Zach and Derek discuss Fallout getting a new season, Crash Bandicoot 5 almost happened, and Gear of War E-Day might come to PS5! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Xbox Is Being Greedy
Xbox increases the price of Game Pass and it is giving us the ick. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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PlayStation Abandons VR
Playstation abandons VR and cuts funding. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork Listen To…
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Reacting To The PlayStation State Of Play May 2024
Reacting to the Playstation State of Play May 2024. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork...
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Neil Druckmann Teases New Naughty Dog Game
Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann teases a new game. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork…
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Live Service Games Destroy Gaming Industry
This week in gaming Suicide Squad Get Dunked On by CEO, Square Enix shifts to Multiplatform, Assassin’s Creed Shadow shows off, plus much more. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Xbox Destroys Multiple Studios
Xbox closes multiple studios. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/nerdcavenetwork Listen To Our Podcast…
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Starfield Is Getting A Massive Update!
Get ready for a thrilling journey through the latest gaming news! This video covers everything from Nintendo Switch 2 rumors and Bethesda's plans for shorter game releases to Xbox's game showcase and new PlayStation developments. Stay tuned for an exciting lineup of news, insights, and...
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The Fall Of Embracer Group And Why It Matters
This week in gaming Embracer group still sucks, did I mention Embracer group sucking, Also live service games have devs worried and a whole lot more. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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PlayStation Trophies Finally Hit PC
🎮 In this week's episode, we dive into the IGDA's urgent call to game studios to prioritize sustainable practices to avoid layoffs, affecting over 8,700 developers this year. Understand why maintaining a balance during growth periods is crucial and how studios can mitigate risks. 👾 Former...
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Star Wars Outlaws Finally Gets A Date
Buckle up for an exhilarating ride as Star Wars Outlaws thrusts you into the criminal underworld for an epic galactic heist, while Xbox goes full throttle on their next-gen console promising unprecedented tech and game preservation. Meanwhile, Sony snubs the Star Wars KOTOR remake but developers...
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What Happens After Jim Ryan's Exit?
Get the latest video game news with updates on highly anticipated titles like Eternal Strands where you manipulate the elements, the Dead Cells developer making a Prince of Persia roguelike game for Ubisoft, layoffs at Gearbox after the Embracer sale, and struggles at Halo Infinite co-developer...
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Xbox Partner Presents Brings The Thunder
Zach and @Yugi601 are back and diving head first into the gaming news of the week. Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us Live On Twitch:...
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EA HIt With Layoffs, Star Wars Respawn Game Cancelled
EA gets hit with massive layoffs, Respawns Star Wars FPS game canceled, and PlayStation closing studios. Go Subscribe and support: @Yugi601 Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Elden Ring Returns
Zach and Derek dive into this week's gaming news from Elden Ring DLC, a Nintendo Direct, and so much more! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch Us...
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Breaking Down Xbox's Future
Zach and special guest @Yugi601 dive deep this week into Xbox's Future in gaming, Helldivers 2, Prince Peach: Showtime, and much more! Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch:...
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Disney's Billion-Dollar Bet on the Fortnite Universe
In this episode of the Nerd Cave Newz, Zach and Derek dive into the biggest gaming news and discussions of the week, including Disney's massive investment in Epic Games, rumors about Xbox exclusives coming to PS5, new details on exploration, side quests and characters in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth...
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Reacting to the BIG Reveals at PlayStation's State of Play
The Nerd Cave crew gather to share their honest reactions to PlayStation's February 2024 State of Play showcase in this highlight episode, with host Zach Dykes joined by regulars Derek Daniel and special guest @Yugi601 . They break down trailers for some of the most exciting upcoming games like...
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What You Missed in Xbox Developer Direct 24: A Deep Dive
Xbox delivered with its developer direct! Zach and Derek are joined by @Yugi601 @FalconTactics @BoKnowsGaming Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and get the shows early here! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Buy Some Nerd Cave Merch: https://store.streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596 Watch…
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Xbox Will Rule Gaming In 2024
Xbox is poised to dominate the gaming market in 2024, Apple sets a release date for their vr headset, and the layoffs in the gaming industry have already started. ============================= 📣 Ways to Support the Nerd Cave!!! ============================= Direct Donation link:...
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Was GamesCom Any Good? - Nerd Cave Newz
In this Nerd Cave Newz, we bring you a mix of thrilling updates from the gaming world. First up, we have surprising news about Charles Martinet, the iconic voice behind Mario for over 25 years, stepping back from the role and taking on a new position as Mario Ambassador. Find out what this means...
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Sony Delays Games Are They In Trouble? - Nerd Cave Newz
In this episode of Nerd Cave Newz, hosts Derek and Zach discuss the recent news surrounding Sony's game delays and speculate on the potential impact it may have on the company. They also cover various gaming news topics, including new releases, updates, and announcements from multiple popular...
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How The New Nintendo Switch Will Change Gaming - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss the new Nintendo Console, NCAA Football Game, Jedi Survivor coming to Xbox One and PS4. Direct Donation link: https://streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596/tip Get 5% off Coffee Brand Coffee: https://coffeebrandcoffee.com/?ref=907wi4wh Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support…
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PlayStation Will Regret This - Nerd Cave Newz
In this episode, Zach and Derek dive into the latest gaming news and rumors. From Techland's partnership with Tencent, to Ubisoft's oversaturation of the Assassin's Creed series, they dissect the industry's biggest headlines. They also discuss the rumors surrounding the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro...
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Sumer Game Fest 2023: Did It Live Up to Our Expectations? 🤔🎮 - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek react and break down Sumer Game Fest 2023. 🎮🔥 Direct Donation link: https://streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596/tip Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and become part of the exclusive Crew! http://www.patreon.com/nerdcave Listen To Our Podcast On Your Favorite Podcast...
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PlayStation Showcase: Did It Live Up to Our Expectations? 🤔🎮 - Nerd Cave Newz
Get ready for a thrilling episode of the Nerd Cave Newz as the crew discusses the latest in gaming news! In this episode, we'll cover the Overwatch 2 director's apology for killing Hero Mode, Take-Two's CEO sharing his thoughts on E3's significance, and the highlights from PlayStation Showcase...
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OverWatch 2 PVE Scrapped - Nerd Cave Newz
Zach and Derek discuss Overwatch 2 scrapping its PVE Mode, Mortal Kombat getting rebooted, and PlayStation announcing a showcase for next week. Direct Donation link: https://streamelements.com/nerdcavenetwork-4596/tip Epic Creator Code: NerdCave Support us and become part of the exclusive Crew!...
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Join Zach Dykes and Derek Daniel, Weekly on Nerd Cave Newz! Tune in to hear our take on the latest gaming news from PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and more. Get an in-depth look at the industry's biggest releases, insights into upcoming games, and predictions of what's to come from the most trusted names in video game commentary.
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Join Zach Dykes and Derek Daniel, Weekly on Nerd Cave Newz! Tune in to hear our take on the latest gaming news from PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and more. Get an in-depth look at the industry's biggest releases, insights into upcoming games, and predictions of what's to come from the most trusted...
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