Status Effect

What is up everyone?!

Let's get into our topics for the week:

Joe and Alfonso discuss the Game of the Year winner from the 2022 Video Game Awards! They share their reactions to the results, but will they break bread over the winner?

Also there were a ton of 2023 games announced at the event, just in time for Christmas! Joe and Alfonso talk about the ones they are hyped for and the ones they'll throw into the fireplace!

Finally, Nintendo is in hot water as they have put the world of competitive Super Smash Bros on indefinite hold. Joe and Alfonso discuss the fallout of the announcement and what this means for the Smash community!

Here is a link to Kotaku's article of the announcement as reference:
https://kotaku.com/nintendo-smash-world-tour-fgc-shut-down-panda-esports-1849833867

Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

We are dedicating this episode to our amazing friend Carlos Carrera! Much love brother!

Let's go over our topics for the episode:

First, Joe and Alfonso discuss what they've been playing - such as Pokémon and GoW: Ragnarok, their impressions of the latest Mario movie trailer, and which game they are more hype for, Callisto Protocol or Crisis Core!

Then the MAIN event! Wakanda Forever!!! Joe and Alfonso dissect the movie, from the characters to the story! So strap in as they plunge into the depths of Talocan in search of Vibranium!

Time for us to find out..WHAT’S YOUR STATUS?!!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Alright everyone, we have some heavy topics this week!

 Sorry for the lateness. We got caught up in some serious life events, which we'll discuss at a later date.

Let's jump into the topics for the episode:

Dave Chappelle recently hosted SNL and it was... pretty controversial. Joe and Alfonso discuss their thoughts on "Cancel Culture" and what their takeaways are from Dave's monologue.

Here is a link to Newsweek's article of his monologue as reference:
https://www.newsweek.com/dave-chappelle-snl-opening-monologue-read-full-jokes-1759195

God of War Ragnarok and COD: Modern Warfare 2 are out! They discuss their early thoughts on each game and which one may be able to knock Elden Ring off the top of the mountain!

Finally, Kevin Conroy's passing has shaken the world. Joe and Alfonso honor his legacy by discussing some of their favorite memories and how his contribution to character development has changed what to expect from voice acting forever!

Time for us to find out..WHAT’S YOUR STATUS?!!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

WELCOME BACK TO STATUS EFFECT: SEASON 2!

Alfonso and Joe, are back ready to get into all the great new things entering our world of pop culture!

We start with a new grading system going into season 2 of how our duo will react to our topics for current and future episodes!

DC Comics and entertainment was once the shining example of proper comic book licenses and media. But lately, it has been one misstep after another. Our group will take a look at recent projects such as Black Adam, Gotham Knights, and the controversy surrounding Flash Actor Ezra Miller. Can DC be saved... or are we headed for a crash?

Silent Hill is back! The once storied Konami Horror Franchise has been out for the limelight the last few years since the cancellation of P.T. But now, with four new games on the way, including a remake of their greatest work Silent Hill 2, can Konami challenge capcom and its Resident Evil Franchise and scare the title away?

All this and more, as we celebrate the return of the dynamic duo!

So sharpen your bat-a-rangs, grab batteries for your radio, and lets find out:

"WHATS YOU'RE STATUS?"

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Hello Everyone!

It has been a while!

In this final Bonus Episode before the start of season 2, Alfonso and Joe, relieve some amazing new experiences they have gone thru in the last few months. From Jobs, relationships, movies and gaming, the duo will get in depth with how they have grown, and how they plan to elevate the podcast for next season!

So take a seat relax, and give us a few to explain:

"What's our Status?"

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Hey everybody!

This week we have a status update to give y'all!

After being MIA for a little bit now, you are probably wondering where the duo has been! 

They are still here!!

In this episode Joe and Alfonso talk about what's been keeping them away and possible solutions for the future to ensure the good times keep on rolling! They also talk about an upcoming birthday, their favorite dishes, some games, and talk positively about.... NFTs! What is going on over there?!

Time for us to find out: 

When are they coming back?!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Hello everybody, we have got tons of news content to discuss this week!

Major News this week, from Sony on the verge of a Massive 3rd party developer purchase and the release of PlayStation Plus's new online package, Elden Ring's biggest bosses are taking on Tekken, Mobius drains its fans at the movies, and Delays for both the Legend of Zelda and Star Wars Franchises.

Alfonso and Joe will discuss the "Slap heard around the World", between Will Smith and Chris Rock, and both the social and racial backlash the moment had on the media world. 

Moon Knight joins the Marvel MCU! We discuss the background, storyline and cinematography of Disney+'s newest show, and juggling the concepts of mental struggle and being a hero.

And finally, we discuss the sudden cancellation of the E3 Gaming Conference. We will discuss the history of E3, their successes, failures, and will they be able to recover to be the 

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Alright peeps, we've got a great show for you this week! 

First off, here’s a quick show update! We are now releasing our episodes on MONDAY! Now you can start your week with a little Status Effect!

In our news section, we discuss the deleted scene from The Batman, those “amazing” reviews for both Michael Bay's Ambulance and Gran Turismo 7, the announcement and then trashing of GTA+, the support of Microsoft for a potential union at Activision Blizzard, the retirement of a WWE Legend, and more!

Next up, Turning Red is Pixar's latest animated film! It's a coming of age story that is bold and has a lot of heart! We discuss why this movie deserves your time and attention!

Finally, we climb aboard a UNSC drop ship to find out if Halo on Paramount+ really deserved those shaky early review scores! We share our impressions of the first episode and let you know if it takes a plasma grenade to the face! Woot woot woot!

Time for us to find out..WHAT’S YOUR STATUS?!!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Alright everyone, we have a lot to discuss this week! 

First off, this is a redux of Episode 24 because it got lost in SPAAAAACE! We have re-recorded it for your listening pleasure!

We've got a news cycle so packed this week, it's bursting at the seams! From Capcom announcing a new game, Elden Ring trolls and our updated reviews, a new Netflix price hike, our first look at the Ms. Marvel show on Disney Plus, and the Steam Deck running on low battery! There is a lot to discuss!

Finally, Bethesda's Starfield is dropping in November of this year! We take a look into Bethesda's future and its past to decide if it is something we are excited to explore!

Time for us to find out..WHAT’S YOUR STATUS?!!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!

Hello everyone, we have an amazing show lined up this week! 

Steam Deck delays, God of war getting a TV show, John Cho talking about his last ride as Spike Spigel, I Am Legend sequel in the works, Battlefield 2042 is on the scoreboard, and GTA takes a step forward and backwards at the same time..tons to get into with our news for the week! 

We have a special guest this week! Duncan Sheridan:  Co-Host of “GDT” podcast, stops by to talk about his favorite movies, inspirations for his podcast, and his first film project! 

And we all team up to take on the most anticipated movie of the year: The Batman! Alfonso, Joe & Duncan, break down the cast, direction, tone, story and cinematography, of this Batman epic. All this and once and for all we are going to settle what is the number one Batman movie of all time! 

Time for us to find out..WHAT’S YOUR STATUS?!!

As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!