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After two weeks of blissful European adventure, Izzy is back to share some vacation highlights—expect castles, croissants, and maybe a questionable souvenir or two. Meanwhile, Mox gives an update on his progress with Black Myth: Wukong, and Gibbs… well, Gibbs didn’t do much of anything the past two weeks, but hey, not everyone needs to be productive, right?

Speaking of productivity, say goodbye to it entirely because Balatro just dropped on mobile, and Izzy is pretty sure he's doomed to endless hours of tapping and swiping.

In a more serious tone, they dive into the ongoing Nintendo v. Pocket Pair lawsuit and share their thoughts on what this could mean for the gaming world.

Finally, the crew tackles the second pick in their video game movie series: Alone in the Dark, directed by the notorious Uwe Boll. Spoiler alert: Whoever liked this movie is probably alone... in the dark. 

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This week on NAFC, Gibbs and Zea return with their adventures in Cat Quest 3, navigating the world of feline foes and fur-midable quests. But that’s not all—Zea also takes us on a delightful journey through the whimsical game Thank Goodness You’re Here!, where quirkiness meets charm in a way only she can describe.

Izzy shares his quick thoughts on Inside Out 2, because what’s a sequel without a little emotional rollercoaster? Meanwhile, the team takes a moment to discuss Sony’s latest flop, Concord, and how it failed to take off in the gaming world.

To wrap things up, the cast dives into Prince of Persia (2010) as the first pick in their new movie theme: Video Game Adaptations.

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This week on NAFC, the team dives into Amazon Prime’s new animated video game anthology Secret Level and dream up some of the video games they'd love to see animated. 

Izzy can’t stop gushing about the Octopath Traveler series, and somehow, he’s still not done. Meanwhile, Gibbs flexes his Duolingo muscles, proudly climbing the ranks of the Spanish leaderboard.

The crew shares their thoughts on office pranks—are they harmless fun or just annoying? 

In the gaming corner, Zea and Gibbs team up for some feline fun in Cat Quest 3, while Mox gets an early look at Black Myth Wukong and marvels at just how much power your rig will need to run it.

On the movie front, Izzy shares his thoughts on Twisters 2024—apparently, a 75-inch TV just doesn’t do it justice. Gibbs gives his take on the latest season of True Detective: Night Country.

Then, they venture into darker territory with a quick, gory review of The Sadness (2021) before closing the episode with their final pick for the Liminal Spaces theme: 1408 (2007)

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In this episode of NAFC, the team takes a hilarious trip down memory lane, reminiscing about how the podcast got started during the pandemic—complete with a surprising connection to glory holes. Yeah, it’s that kind of episode.

The conversation quickly takes a left turn as they discuss the strange legal fine print of Disney Plus: Apparently, if you sign up, you can’t sue them for wrongful death at their parks. From there, they pivot to the absurd idea that "AI" now stands for "All Indians." Yes, it’s as wild as it sounds.

On the gaming front, Baldur's Gate 3 snagged a Hugo Award, which has everyone buzzing. Izzy celebrates beating "Octopath Traveler 1" and is already diving into the sequel. Meanwhile, Gibbs shares his thoughts on "Furiosa," the latest installment in the Mad Max saga, and it sparks yet another conversation about whether anyone can be trusted to make reboots anymore.

The team also takes a moment to discuss the surprising fact that Ms. Rachel is beating Disney at appealing to kids. It seems Disney is shifting its focus to Millennials now, leaving the younger generation to other influencers. And just when you thought the bumper sticker conversation was over, Gibbs has found yet another confusing one to share.

Wrapping things up, the crew dives into their review of the movie Predestination, followed by a quick look at The Terror Live. Expect strong opinions and plenty of laughs as they dissect these films with their usual blend of sarcasm and wit.

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This week on NAFC, the crew dives into a mixed bag of topics that only they could somehow string together. Zea kicks things off with a look back at the parenting milestone that is teaching her kids to shower by themselves. It turns out, this is a bigger deal than anyone might think, and the conversation is as much about practicality as it is about the inevitable chaos that ensued.

Next up, the gang jumps headfirst into the age-old debate: Anime vs. Cartoons. Where do you draw the line, and does it even matter? Expect some heated (and probably pointless) arguments as the crew tries to settle this once and for all—or at least until next week.

On the movie front, Mox brings an update on the "Deadpool & Wolverine" box office numbers, which are still sky-high, much to no one’s surprise. Meanwhile, the "Borderlands" movie has tanked, adding yet another title to the growing list of video game movies that just can’t seem to get it right. The team even tallies up how many of these flops they’ve subjected themselves to, and let’s just say, it’s a depressing count.

Bumper sticker mishaps: Because who doesn’t love a good cringe-worthy car decal?

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Zea returns from her Eurotrip with tales of questionable cuisine and questionable fashion choices. Izzy's gaming prowess reaches new heights, or lows, depending on who you ask, as he turns a doctor's waiting room into a pixelated paradise. Mox makes a shocking confession that will rock the podcast world (or at least your earbuds) and Gibbs and Zea dive headfirst into the world of mutant mayhem. Get ready for a wild ride through the minds of these four lovable lunatics!

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This week on NAFC, Gibbs and Zea are back from their European adventure, ready to share tales from France and Italy that are somehow less glamorous than they sound.

Travel Reviews:

Gibbs and Zea recount their Euro trip, complete with baguette clichés and pasta overloads. Spoiler: It's not all wine and roses.

Movies:

Mox gives his two cents on the new "Deadpool & Wolverine" movie, because who doesn’t want to see those two in action again?

He also dives into the nostalgic reboot of "Twisters," because we all need more flying cows in our lives.

Anime Corner:

Izzy is back with his anime recommendations, featuring "I Parry Everything" and "Brave Bang Bravern."

Plus, he helps a friend navigate the abyss of "Made in Abyss."

Get ready for more snark, more sarcasm, and the kind of brutally honest reviews you’ve come to expect from the NAFC crew.

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Welcome back to another episode of NAFC! Brace yourselves, because this week, it’s just Mox and Izzy running the show. Zea and Gibbs have decided to take a vacation (or perhaps an escape?), leaving our favorite duo to hold down the fort. For the entire month of July, it's just these two nerdy, jaded guys talking about all things geeky, with plenty of sarcastic banter to keep you entertained.

In this episode, Mox and Izzy get back to the basics. They dive into their thoughts on the latest season of "The Bear" (spoiler alert: opinions will be flying). The two also unleash their inner weebs, passionately debating the merits of new anime like "Girls Band Cry," "DeDeDeDe," "Ultraman Rising," and "Suicide Squad ISEKAI."

But that’s not all! They also discuss their recent splurge on the Steam Summer Sale. Despite having a backlog of games so big it could rival the Great Wall, they couldn’t resist adding more to their collection. Tune in for their takes on "Invisible Inc.," "Sea of Stars," "The Hong Kong Massacre," "V Rising," and more.

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