Geek Culture
Geek Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Can’t afford to gift your favorite gamer a brand new system, but still want to find the perfect gift without having to send a gift card? Here is a list of great gift options at reasonable prices for the nerd or geek in your life (even if it’s yourself).
12. “Its Dangerous to go Alone” Tee
Despite the item description, this tee would make any Zelda fan happy regardless of gender. The phrase stems from the first Zelda game, but is still well known today.
Price: $9.99 – $20.99
Available: Amazon
11. Solar Orbit Necklace
This beautiful necklace displays the sun, our moon, the nine planets of our universe (yes, even Pluto), and the asteroids between Mars and Jupiter. They are displayed on 3 strands. The 3″ extender has a star on the end to represent a comet. Most importantly, each planet is made from semi-precious stones.
Price: $17.99 (Original) or $59.99 (Sterling Silver)
Available: ThinkGeek
10. Dr. Who Tardis Scarf
Dr. Who is still “in” this year, and so is this infinity scarf. The Dr. Who fan in your life will adore how easy it is to match this with their outfits. It can be wrapped once or twice depending on the desired length. Most importantly the double layering results in no seams being shown. In short, you can’t go wrong!
Price: $18.61
Available: Etsy
9. Game Boy Heat Changing Mug
Genuinely made by the geniuses at Nintendo, this mug is designed to look like an original Game Boy. When the mug is cold the Game Boy appears “off”, but after that fill it with your hot drink and watch the Game Boy turn on and be ready to play Super Mario!
Price: $17.99
Available:
https://www.merchoid.com/product/nintendo-game-boy-heat-changing-mug/
8. Feisty Pets: Dragon
Everyone loves dragons. These creatures are loved by more than just the nerd and geek communities, especially when they’re this cute. That is until you squeeze its head, which turns the dragon into a ferocious beast.
Price: $19.99
Available: GameStop
7. Harry Potter Cauldron Mug & Spoon
Young Harry Potter has been enchanting the world for years now, with no end in sight. No matter which house you were sorted into, this mug is perfect for making all of your potions in. Just make sure they’re less than 16 oz.
Price: $21.99
Available: Amazon
6. 8Bit Retro Cube Speaker
This NES inspired speaker features a giant DPAD on the top. Despite its old-school inspiration, the speaker is Bluetooth compatible and has an 8-hour battery life.
Price: $29.99
Available: Amazon
5. Monopoly Game: Marvel Deadpool Edition
With all the new versions of Monopoly coming out, it’s no surprise there is now one for Deadpool fans. Prepare for the usual game play with some twists. Buy properties with Deadpool’s allies, some are Deadpools from alternate universes, and one is just Deadpool in a maid outfit.
Price: $22.99
Available: GameStop
4. Steampunk Little Lazies
These little monsters are looking for a new home. You never know which little monster you will get, as each one is custom made. Every little monster that is adopted comes with “adoption papers” including the individual likes and dislikes of your new monster.
Price: $25.00 (Random) or $29.00 (Choose your Color)
Available: Etsy
3. Funko Pop! Holiday Groot
Part of the Marvel Holiday Pop set, this Groot bobble is decorated with lights and bobbles for the holiday season. He is ready to party and dance from his flower pot.
Price: 18.99
Available: Walmart
2. Sally’s Potions Mini Fragrance Set
I’m sure you remember which three potions Sally added to the professor’s soup to slip out of the house. Now you can have your own bottles of Worm’s Wort, Frog’s Breath, and Deadly Night Shade. Despite also being functional perfume, they will look like a great movie prop next to your other Nightmare Before Christmas items.
Price: $16.90
Available: BoxLunch
1. Pikachu Animated Plush
I choose you, Pikachu! Another pet looking to be adopted this season is your own Pikachu. This officially-licensed Pokémon merchandise features three different modes: “demo” (Pikachu will only say phrases when you press his belly), “on” (Pikachu will occasionally say phrases on his own), and “off.” In addition to its ten phrases, Pikachu’s cheeks also light up and his ears move.
Price: $39.99
Available: ThinkGeek
Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.
As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.
The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.
What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Geek Culture
Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series
Amazon has just made the exciting announcement that a second season of the highly acclaimed Fallout TV adaptation is in the works. Fans can look forward to another thrilling installment of the series, which will be exclusively available on the Amazon Prime streaming service. Confirmation has arrived regarding the second batch of episodes for the series, following the acquisition of $25 million in Californian tax credits.
In just four days after its release, Fallout has already captivated audiences, quickly becoming one of Amazon Prime’s most-watched TV shows of all time. It has garnered immense popularity, rivaling even the acclaimed season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.
Wouldn't want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
The Fallout TV show has caused a massive surge in sales for the newer games, resulting in a staggering 7,500% increase in purchases of Fallout 4 in Europe. Fallout 76, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas were also among the top 10 best-selling games across the continent last week. Next week, the highly anticipated PS5 version of Fallout 4 will be released, offering players an enhanced visual experience with new graphical modes. Additionally, players can look forward to exciting new content from the Creation Club.
Considering the potential for character development and narrative arcs, it would be intriguing to see where season two takes Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Without revealing any spoilers, it’s exciting to speculate on the possible directions their stories could go. We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.
Gaming
Helldivers 2 Players Face Overwhelming Hordes of Factory Striders
In the ongoing conflict against the Automaton invasion fleet, the Helldivers 2 players have successfully halted their advance. However, the situation has now reached a tiresome stalemate. Yet again, the machines refuse to take a break from their relentless pursuit of progress, with reports emerging of the Factory Striders being deployed in record-breaking quantities.
There have been reports of alleged machines that were supposedly encountered during Operation Swift Disassembly, which was just the beginning of a larger campaign. However, these accounts should be taken with a grain of salt, as they are unverified and seem to be more on the imaginative side. Factory Striders have gained a reputation as formidable weapons platforms that can produce more Automatons while enduring significant damage. If the machines are able to withstand such a relentless assault, it will be necessary to develop innovative strategies.
Factory Striders have made a resurgence on the Automaton front. These imposing, massive support dreadnoughts now threaten freedom and democracy throughout the galactic rim. pic.twitter.com/XRTPU7k71s
— HELLDIVERS™ 2 (@helldivers2) April 16, 2024
Have you come across groups of Factory Striders in Helldivers 2? Which strategies are proving to be the most effective in taking down these armored brutes? The Orbital Railcannon Strike will prove to be a valuable asset in the comments section below.
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