Post Tagged with: "Video Games"

JUG State of the Game Address: The Amendment Wars and Video games

JUG State of the Game Address: The Amendment Wars and Video games

It is a very odd sort of patriot that would destroy the First Amendment to protect the Second.—- Jerry Holkins I have written on, and discussed at length, the matter of video game violence and the effect it has on society. In our weekly podcast and on editorials written for this site, I’ve stated my [...]

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Episode 58: A Very Geeky Mother’s Day – Featuring Nat Thomas!

Episode 58: A Very Geeky Mother’s Day – Featuring Nat Thomas!

  The Pop Tart Guy is in the house to celebrate a tribute to geeky Moms!

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Episode 50 – Reboots!

Episode 50 – Reboots!

The JustUs Geeks are back with Episode 50 as we quickly approach a year of geekiness!  Join us as we discuss geeky food, whether reboots are good or not, the rise and fall of huge, special effects driven movies, why Tomb Raider is an amazing game, our Quickfire topics, Apps of the Week, and more! [...]

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Episode 49: Geeks On Screen – featuring a JustUs Geeks Short!

Episode 49: Geeks On Screen – featuring a JustUs Geeks Short!

  This week the Geeks tackle TV AND movies, with their main topic focusing on geeks in television and film.

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Yaaarrrrrrrr, mateys! Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag has been revealed!

Yaaarrrrrrrr, mateys! Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag has been revealed!

I’m not aware of anyone who doesn’t like pirates.  Thanks to Johnny Depp and his portrayal of Jack Sparrow, almost everyone claims to love pirates.  Ubisoft must’ve picked up on this too, because after visiting Colonial times during the last installment of the series, now Assassin’s Creed will hit the high seas with a completely [...]

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Podcast Episode 48 – PSsnore

Podcast Episode 48 – PSsnore

Hey, did you hear? Sony’s got a new gamebox they’re calling the Playstation 4, and it’s going to be totally rad!  Well, maybe.  This week the Geeks tackle the news of the PS4 and move on to discuss the bloody past in the Console Wars.  Top it off with Game of the Week, Quickfire topics, [...]

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Podcast Episode 47 – The Power of Love!

Podcast Episode 47 – The Power of Love!

It’s not Huey Lewis and the News, it’s the JustUs Geeks crew, complete with wives (I know, we actually tricked some women into marrying us!) coming through a relationship themed episode all about geekery and marriage and togetherness and all that candy coated goodness you can get for 50% off on February 15.  Recording on [...]

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Podcast Episode 46 – GEEK TALKS!

Podcast Episode 46 – GEEK TALKS!

Sadly, Jared isn’t with us again this week as he’s currently frolicking through Atlanta with his wife, stopping in at IKEA to NOT get Swedish Meatballs.

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Podcast Episode 45 – Nacho Supremo Bowl! Touchdown Celtics part deux!

Podcast Episode 45 – Nacho Supremo Bowl! Touchdown Celtics part deux!

      Well the Big Game is over, but the Big Guys Talking Geeky Stuff (aka JustUs Geeks!) Podcast is fresh and new for you with episode 45!

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TH-who? THQ dissolved, IP’s acquired by several publishers

TH-who?  THQ dissolved, IP’s acquired by several publishers

According to IGN, THQ has been liquidated and it’s IPs and publishing houses sold off to various bidders as the company folds.  In a letter to all THQ employees, CEO Brian Farrell listed the fates of several IPs and warned of the demise of others. Here’s the full letters: To All THQ Employees: We now [...]

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JUG Interview Week – Day Two: Brian Mazzaferri from I Fight Dragons

JUG Interview Week – Day Two: Brian Mazzaferri from I Fight Dragons

    Our second interview this week comes from Brian Mazzaferri from I Fight Dragons! Brandon and I were fortunate enough to get to hang out with Brian for a few minutes before IFD performed at the Hi-Tone Cafe in Memphis, TN. Brian talks about his love of video games, the music industry, and more. [...]

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JustUs Geeks Interview Week – Starting with Rex Velvet!

JustUs Geeks Interview Week – Starting with Rex Velvet!

  This week is Interview Week here at justusgeeks.com, and we are kicking it off with one our old favorites: Rex Velvet! Check out Episode 10 and the Rex Velvet interview here! Featured this week: Curtis Armstrong, from Hub Network’s “Dan Vs.” Chris Roberts, creator of Wing Commander Paul Thorn, musician I Fight Dragons very [...]

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Episode 32 – Gonna Wreck It? featuring The KnightWrighters!

Episode 32 – Gonna Wreck It? featuring The KnightWrighters!

This week Jared’s away in Sin City, so the Geeks get invaded by The KnightWrighters! The group talks about resurrecting old TV shows, have a laugh at Deep Thoughts-Hawking Style, discuss Fantasy Football (including a KnightWrighter-led Sports Chorus!), Disney buying LuscasFilm, the relaunch of Spiderman, and the upcoming WiiU! Check out Brandon’s GOTW and Apps [...]

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My Childhood is Dead: Nintendo Power magazine is finished

My Childhood is Dead: Nintendo Power magazine is finished

When I was 8 years old, the year was 1988.  There was no internet, no message boards, no fan pages.  You got your information about video games in one of two ways: word of mouth or video game magazines.  I remember spending hot summer days on the front porch of my parent’s home in Middle [...]

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Podcast Episode 21 – ERMAHGERD NINTENDEHR!

Podcast Episode 21 – ERMAHGERD NINTENDEHR!

We’re 21! Come celebrate with us as we discuss Geeky things this week including: Fall TV Previews, Daredevil movie rights, Fantasy Football, the Marvel NOW! comic relaunch, the newest Mario game and YOUR geeky questions!   Click here to download on iTunes!   or   Click here to download directly!    

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Frank Gibeau, EA Labels head, has seen the Playstation 4 and Next Xbox

Frank Gibeau, EA Labels head, has seen the Playstation 4 and Next Xbox

In a speech at Gamescom, the EA Labels head revealed that he has personally seen both the Playstation 4 and the Next Xbox.  What does this mean?  Could a reveal of the machines be that far off?  Some say yes, others aren’t so sure.  As for Gibeau’s actual remarks, here’s the quote: I’ve seen both [...]

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Podcast episode 19 – Where No Geeks Have Gone Before

Podcast episode 19 – Where No Geeks Have Gone Before

  Boldly going where no Geek has gone before, today the crew of JustUsGeeks.com setsout on a mission to bring you all the Geeky knowledge you need. Topics this week include rebooting the Batman Nolan-verse, Windows 8 backlash, Video Games preview for the remainder of 2012, and most importantly YOUR QUESTIONS!   Click here to [...]

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Deal Geek: Video Game Deals for 7/26

Deal Geek: Video Game Deals for 7/26

Deal Geek here with some Video Game deals for all the J.U.G.heads. No idea how long these prices are valid for, so if you see something that tickles your fancy, make sure to snatch it up! Sony PS3 Move Charging Station Normally: $29.99 Today: $9.99 w/ FREE SHIPPING   PlayStation Move Sharp Shooter Normally: $39.99 [...]

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Send us your geeky questions for Episode #16!

Send us your geeky questions for Episode #16!

We need your questions for the Episode #16 podcast! Submit them here, or at any of our other online places. Let’s hear from you and we’ll answer your questions on the Episode #16 podcast to come out Friday. NEW!  YOU CAN NOW LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL ON THE JUSTUS GEEKS HOTLINE! Give us a call [...]

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Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph features real video game villains, looks incredibly entertaining

Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph features real video game villains, looks incredibly entertaining

Somehow this one slipped by my radar, but after a friend brought Wreck-It Ralph to my attention this week, I knew we had to feature this trailer here at JustUs Geeks.  Watch the trailer below and see if you can spot Bowser, Zangief, Dr. Eggman, M. Bison, and more!  I can’t wait to see this [...]

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