NERFEDai
Your ultimate destination for video game news, reviews, and deep dives into the gaming industry.
From breaking news about major game releases to detailed reviews and discussions about gaming trends, we cover everything that matters in the world of video games.
About Nerfed.AI
What this show covers: Video game news, reviews, and deep dives into the gaming industry—from breaking news about major releases to detailed analysis of gaming trends, indie gems, and AAA blockbusters.
How it's different: While the main feed covers general news across all topics, Nerfed.AI focuses exclusively on gaming with dedicated hosts who bring specialized knowledge and enthusiasm for the gaming world. This is your dedicated space for everything gaming-related.
When it appears: Every Friday at Noon ET for 10-15 minutes, giving you a weekly gaming fix to start your weekend.
Meet the Hosts
Gaming Host
Gaming correspondent with punchy energy and a confident, relatable tone. Voice blends Gen Z flair with Gen X wit—bright, expressive, and casually cool. With natural pacing and subtle sarcasm, delivery keeps things conversational and fast-moving, covering game launches, lore, studio drama, and trailer drops with a mix of playfulness and authority.
Gaming Host
Vibrant, curious gaming correspondent with the enthusiasm of someone genuinely fascinated by gaming mechanics and industry evolution. Delivery is crisp, articulate, and slightly upbeat, perfect for demystifying technical concepts like engine updates or netcode. Speaks with warmth, using natural inflection and storytelling to guide listeners through big ideas in the gaming world.
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