Episode 199 of the Nerd Byword is finally here, and it's packed with engaging discussions and nerdy delights. In this episode, hosts Dave and Kris dive into the world of emulation and the ongoing legal battles between Nintendo and emulator developers. The episode also delves into the troubling trend of toxic fandoms influencing storytelling in movies and television and how some studios are forming "superfan focus groups" to guide production decisions.
The hosts also share their favorite nerdy finds during their break. Dave gushes over the remastered versions of the classic Tomb Raider games, while Kris revels in the revamped Age of Mythology, a game that combines strategy with mythological elements for a truly immersive experience.
The episode wraps up with the belated return of "Nerd Nightmare" with Kris' first exposure to the 2013 horror movie "You're Next." With engaging banter and insightful commentary, Episode 199 is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of pop culture, gaming, and storytelling.
Nerd News
Nintendo has stepped up its enforcement of its copyrights and trademarks
Variety article says movie studios are forming focus groups on fandom
Byword Big Talk
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered Age of Mythology Remastered Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Rings of Power Season Two Life is Strange: True Colors Marvel's Ultimate Line
Nerd Nightmare
You're Next (2013)
Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:13 - Nintendo has stepped up its enforcement of its copyrights and trademarks 00:14:43 - Variety article says movie studios are forming focus groups on fandom 00:17:02 - Big Talk: Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered 00:32:11 - Big Talk: Age of Mythology Remastered 00:37:03 - Big Talk: Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon 00:46:30 - Big Talk: Rings of Power Season Two 00:54:45 - Big Talk: Life is Strange: True Colors 01:01:18 - Big Talk: Marvel's Ultimate Line 01:09:06 - Nerd Nightmare: You're Next 01:18:28 - Call to Action
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