The Geeks are back! With a fresh format and the newly polished Basement of Dreams, Geeks With Issues returns with Geekmaster Tuck at the helm, joined by Sean and Ogre for this episode’s 30 minutes of fast-paced, nerd-fueled chaos.
Fishing: Gaming’s Relaxing Side Quest
Sean kicks things off with an ode to fishing in games- from Big the Cat’s fishing detour in Sonic Adventure to the oddly addictive system in Stardew Valley and even tabletop role-playing twists that Dungeon Masters can sneak in. What sounds like a throwaway mechanic turns out to be a universal comfort zone for gamers.
Self-Driving Cars: Hype Meets Hesitation
Ogre then steers the gang into the real world with autonomous cars, debating Waymo’s new testing in New York. The excitement of tech advancement collides with safety worries and the ethical minefield of letting AI take the wheel. Still, there’s no denying the potential freedom it could bring to people who can’t drive themselves.
Journeys from the Basement: Mana Crypt Gaming Center
In the debut of Journeys from the Basement, Trevor visits Mana Crypt Gaming Center in Pittsfield. Store owner Chris talks about topics ranging from how his shop builds community through Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to the ongoing struggle to keep collectibles like Pokémon cards in stock. It’s proof that local game stores remain the heartbeat of geek culture.
Player Housing: Dreams of Digital Ownership
Back in the basement, Sean shines a spotlight on player housing, a long-dreamed-of feature finally gaining traction in games like World of Warcraft. Customization, ownership, and digital bragging rights: it’s the kind of content that makes virtual worlds feel alive.
The Star Wars Showdown
And, of course, things wrap up with a Star Wars debate. Is The Mandalorian the gold standard? Does Andor redefine what Star Wars can be? And do the sequels even count? Opinions fly faster than a TIE Fighter, and it’s obvious that even among geeks the answers aren’t clear.
A Strong Return for Geeks With Issues
Episode 001 proves Geeks With Issues is back in full force—part nostalgia, part hot take, and all geek energy. Until next time: geek on, geek out, and geek anywhere—just don’t forget to clean up after yourselves!
