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  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 222 - Alan Wake, University and Reddit API debate

    Welcome to episode 222

    We talk about our university days and some of the horrible testing systems they used and poor experiences we had while there. Plus our legacy spreadsheets



    We talk about how much modern web design is crap and is all about style of substance. We also talk about the changes to Reddit API


    We also discuss TukTuk repair and how pilot know when they have fat passengers on board, Japan cyber security minister


    Eventually we get to discussing games, with Skazz talking about Alan Wake, a game that Ram hates.

    Notes:

    Formula one pit crew have nothing on these guys
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnU0359kfyc

    What to do if you going to crash into a mountain, the terrain escape manoeuvre

    Nice to see Comp Sci being taught in schools

    Know nothing about computers? you’d be perfect as Japan’s Cyber Security Minster

    A Brief history of the Reddit API controversy

    Ram hates, Skazz likes, what side do you fall on? Alan Wake

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 29th July 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 19th July at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz
    TheSuffolkRam


    2 hr 6 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 221 - Discuss the submarine incident, Shapez

    Welcome to episode 221

    We update our internet woes, Skazz is still suffering but Ram internet is back up and running after a visit from internet royalty.



    A discussion of warhammer leads to a look at the new US laser weapons systems.


    We discuss the recent submarine issue and apply our “expert knowledge” to the event and talk about other incidents around it.


    We finally get talking about games. Ram has been playing factory sim ‘Shapez’ like other factory games. It involves mining and making ‘shapes’ to unlock upgrades and progress. A simplified but very enjoyable game


    We also discuss darts handicap and his various other spots issues

    Notes:

    The newly developed US laser weapon
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfPcl6nAlM4

    Scott Mainey talks about the sub and dangers vs space travel

    Kyle Hill’s talk about the sub failure

    The study on carbon fiber mention in Kyle's video

    The Dangers of Delta P

    The Triste, the first sub to get to the deepest part of the ocean.

    The reverse accident on the Byford Dolphin

    Yes, the Russians did do a parachute jump on re-entry from spacecraft

    A 2d simplified factory game with Shapez

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 15th July 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 19th May at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz

    TheSuffolkRam


    1 hr 22 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 220 - Internet problems, Warhammer 40k 10th edition, Old Man's Journey

    Welcome to episode 218

    We’ve been suffering from internet issues, but poor Skazz has been had it really bad and its been limiting his gaming potential

    Ram talks about the 10th edition of Warhammer 40k that's coming out, he talks about how games workshop learnt from the problematic launch of the 9th edition and the new limited edition box Leviathan. He also looks at how some of the community is reacting and the problem with Warhammer fans.

    Ram has also been playing a simple 2d puzzle game with Old Man’s Journey, featuring moving mountains, sitting, memories and sheep!


    Ram method of increasing product revenue and gastro pub meals, our low heat tolerance, rain dances in your underpants, ethernet cable annoyances and what part of the world did we use to own

    Notes:

    Happy draught day

    Amazingly you can buy an electric Harley Davidson

    The new edition of 40k and a box set you can’t buy anymore with Warhammer 40000 Leviathan

    A old man with amazing powers in Old Man’s Journey

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 1st July 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 21st May at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz

    TheSuffolkRam


    59 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 219 - Hogwarts Legacy, Street Fighter 6, Sleepwalker, Risk: Global Domination, VRAM issues

    Welcome to episode 219

    We check in with Skazz Hogwarts adventure and the odd endings of the games, this lead onto a discussion on modern PC hardware.


    Skazz talks about the recently released Street Fighter 6 game and it demanding VRAM issues with its new open world mode, multiplayer world and massive graphical upgrades.

    Ram has played a couple of games with a classic game from his childhood with Sleepwalker that proves rather annoying, and then RISK: Global Domination based on the classic board game, the computer version rather nickle and dimes its players

    We also discuss the data transfer rate of rams (146GB+)

    Notes:

    Save a boy from waking up in Sleepwalker

    Classic strategy game and micro transaction hell in RISK: Global Domination

    Important information about Ram semen

    Needs lots of VRAM Street Fighting 6

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 17th June 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 7th June at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz

    TheSuffolkRam


    1 hr 17 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 218 - Hogwart Legacy, Framed

    Welcome to episode 218

    Skazz has been playing the controversial game Hogwarts Legacy, we discuss J K Rowling as an author and her books. Skazz also talks about the love for the world the developers have for the game, the character creator and the looks of the game, gameplay and some of the content and some of it neat online tie ins


    Ram has been saving a spys life by re-arranging comic book panels in puzzler Framed Collection. A neat puzzle game with a few annoying points.

    We also discuss the anime version of 4Chan and being charged by hordes of PC gamers, Dalle helps us in this matter.

    Notes:

    A great game mired in controversy Hogwarts Legacy

    Find out house your in Wizarding World

    Comic book re-framing puzzler in Framed Collection

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 3rd June 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 24th May at approx 20:30 GMT+1 on Twitch:

    Skazz

    TheSuffolkRam


    1 hr 44 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 217 - Star Wars Squadrons, Portable Emulation

    Welcome to episode 217

    We start with a brief talk about our exploits in Euro Truck 2, we've all been convoying and flipping over. We also talk about some of our fun expenses in left 4 dead 2 and how ram isn’t a US marine and will leave his friends behind.

    We also talk about why world war two shooters can be funner then more modern shooters and some complaints we have with them and as a link how we dislike modern film heros.

    Ram has been playing in VR space combat in Star wars squadrons. Feeling like a space pilot and having fun diverting power to shields

    Skazz talk about a couple of mini emulation consoles with the Mivoo Mini Plus and Ambernic RG35XX, set up and how good they are

    We also discuss shit matchmaking and the ultimate dick pic

    Notes:

    The ultimate dick pic

    The original WW2 shooters Call of Duty and Medal of Honor

    A underpowered hero and lot of jumping sideways in Max Payne

    Experiences the fantasy of a X Wing Pilot in Star Wars Squadrons

    Little emulation boxes with the Mivoo Mini Poo and Ambernic RG35XX

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 20th May 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 10th May at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz
    TheSuffolkRam


    2 hr 4 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 216 - Call of Cthulhu

    Welcome to episode 216

    As per the norm for us, after talking a load of rubbish, we eventually talk about games. Ram talks more about the game he started last week, Call of Cthulhu, Release 2018 it is a survival horror but with an engaging story tired to it. Ram talks about the story, his knowledge on HP Lovecraft Cthulhu Mythos, the stealth mechanics and skill system. This leads into a discussion on how to make a well designed survival horror including Ram's favorite example: SOMA, and also a game that did it all wrong in Ourlast

    We also discuss the difference between crows and raven, beds next to desks pitfalls, boy racer pcs and shitty cars,

    Notes:

    Follow this guide and you too can tell the difference between Raven and Crows

    The most importance member of parliament

    A fishy experience with Call of Cthulhu

    TheSuffolkRam's favorite example of survival horror SOMA

    And an example of survival horror done badly

    Outlast

    You can check out of out Lets Play of Outlast and suffer along with us, check out part 1 and part 2

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 6th May 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 26th April at approx 20:30+1 GMT on Twitch:

    Skazz

    TheSuffolkRam

    1 hr 36 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 215 - Dodgy Control Schemes, Call of Cthulhu

    Welcome to episode 215

    A brief podcast this week, Skazz has a rant about control schemes for wheels, and Ram gives a brief talk about the 2018 Call of Cthulhu game

    Notes:

    Look like a promising RPG

    http://www.cyanide-studio.com/callofcthulhu

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 22nd April 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On Youtube:
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    Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/randnerds
    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 12th April at approx 20:30 GMT on Twitch:
    Sk4zzi0us: https://www.twitch.tv/sk4zzi0us
    TheSuffolkRam: https://www.twitch.tv/thesuffolkram

    1 hr 28 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 214 - Euro Truck Simulator 2

    Welcome to episode 214

    We've both been playing a fantastic game that has no right to be as fun as it is, Euro Truck Simulator 2. We discuss our exploits and Ram's 'enthusiastic' driving style. We try and get an idea why its so much fun and engaging. We also talk about why VR works so well and how it make driving an enjoyable experience. Which moves into a conversation into issues with VR immersion.

    Notes

    The greatest driving game - Euro Truck Simulator 2

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 8th April 2023 21:30 GMT+1 On
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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 29th March at approx 20:30 GMT+1 on Twitch:
    Sk4zzi0us

    TheSuffolkRam

    1 hr 45 min
  • Rand(Nerds); Episode 213 - Hotel Renovator

    Welcome to episode 213

    A slightly short podcast this week with Skazz having tech issues and Ram being busy. But he did get some time to briefly play Hotel Renovator. Skazz also talks about exploring some custom worlds on VR Chat

    Notes: 

    Two teenage baffled by old tech

    Kyle Hill explains 'Impossible Colours'

    You can Join us for our next Livesteam on Saturday 25th March 2023 21:30 GMT On

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    Also check out our next game night on Wednesday 29th March at approx 20:30 GMT on Twitch:

    Sk4zzi0us

    TheSuffolkRam

    1 hr 12 min

About Rand(Nerds);

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A Bi-weekly podcast were two self-confessing nerds discuss games, film and other random stuff