11th Jul2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 133: MUP Halo – The Silent Cartographer

by Chris Thomas

Here’s the latest episode of the Mantic Universe Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. Listen to long-time Nerdly writer Chris and his co-hosts Clem, Mark, Walt and Fred share their passion for Mantic Tabletop games. Deadzone, Kings of War, Firefight and more! (Clement also likes Vanguard, take a shot every time […]

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11th Jul2025

Reading the Reels: How Symbols Shape Player Emotion

by James Smith

Slot reels do more than spin. They deliver a language of images that players recognize instantly. The symbols that appear in these games, such as cherries, bars, and bells, are not just decorations on the screen. They create emotional signals that shape how people feel when they engage, regardless of the game’s format or reward […]

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11th Jul2025

How Online Gaming Has Transformed the Industry

by James Smith

The gaming industry has undergone a revolutionary transformation over the past few decades, largely driven by the rise of online gaming. What was once a niche hobby confined to single-player experiences and local multiplayer sessions has now evolved into a dynamic, interconnected world where players from across the globe can compete, collaborate, and immerse themselves […]

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11th Jul2025

The Ways People Can Get Started Playing Bingo

by James Smith

The gaming sphere has evolved over the past decade, and Bingo has transcended from one generation to another. It is a blend of excitement and chance for players. If you prefer traditional bingo or online bingo, you can get started in different ways. Pick Where to Play To get started with Bingo, your choice of […]

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10th Jul2025

‘Altered’ TCG Review

by Matthew Smail

If you’ve been around the trading card game scene for a while, you’ve probably seen a lot of trends come and go- booster pack hype, meta-chasing, digital-only formats, and the eternal struggle of balancing accessibility with depth. But every so often, a new game comes along that doesn’t just tweak the formula – it reimagines […]

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10th Jul2025

‘The Annihilation of Fish’ Blu-ray Review (Kino Lorber)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: James Earl Jones, Lynn Redgrave, Margot Kidder, Tommy Redmond Hicks, Ronald F. Hoiseck, Linden Chiles | Written by Anthony C. Winkler | Directed by Charles Burnett There are few more recognisable actors in cinema history than James Earl Jones. His iconic voice brought Darth Vader to life, but he starred in many feature films during […]

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10th Jul2025

‘Amongst the Wolves’ Video Review

by Kevin Haldon

Amongst the Wolves is the highly anticipated new crime thriller from acclaimed Irish director Mark O’Connor, which is available across all major digital platforms now. O’Connor, best known for Cardboard Gangsters and King of the Travellers, brings his trademark raw and authentic storytelling to Amongst The Wolves, delivering an unflinching look at the intense, gritty […]

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10th Jul2025

‘WWE NXT’ Review (Jul 8th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of NXT, right here on Nerdly. Let’s get straight into it and see what went down on this week’s show! Match #1: Gauntlet Match – Ricky Saints def. The Vanity Project The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Ricky Saints overcame the Vanity Project in a Gauntlet Match and earned himself […]

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10th Jul2025

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 605: Don’t Buddy Me!

by Phil Wheat

Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life […]

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09th Jul2025

‘The Nightwatch Collection’ Blu-ray Review (Arrow Video)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sofie Gråbøl, Kim Bodnia, Lotte Andersen | Written and Directed by Ole Bornedal Horror movie fans can dive into the ultimate horror Blu-ray experience with Arrow Video’s release of The Nightwatch Collection. Before Nordic Noir became so popular on TV with The Killing and The Bridge, writer/director Ole Bornedal was ahead of […]

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09th Jul2025

‘Breaking Glass’ Blu-ray Review (Fun City Editions)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Hazel O’Connor, Phil Daniels, Jon Finch, Jonathan Pryce, Peter-Hugo Daly, Mark Wingett | Written and Directed by Brian Gibson Punk music burst on the scene in the mid-70s. It took the world by storm, and it made superstars and legends of groups like The Ramones, Blondie, The Patti Smith Group, The Talking Heads, The B-52’s, […]

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09th Jul2025

Unboxing: The Otaku Box – May 2025

by Phil Wheat

The Otaku Box is a surprise box of anime items delivered to your home every month, with a voting system that allows subscribers to vote for the contents of the box – be it figure designs, t-shirt designs, or other items like wall scrolls! How it works: Choose your items – Pick your free bonus […]

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09th Jul2025

‘WWE Raw’ Review (Jul 7th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to our review of this past Monday’s episode of WWE Raw, right here on Nerdly! Let’s see what went down on this week’s post Night of Champions show… Match #1: Kairi Sane def. Roxanne Perez The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Moments after Kairi Sane countered Roxanne Perez’s Pop Rox to pick up the […]

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09th Jul2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 132: The Xirkaali Empire & the Loch Ness Monster

by Chris Thomas

Here’s the latest episode of the Mantic Universe Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. Listen to long-time Nerdly writer Chris and his co-hosts Clem, Mark, Walt and Fred share their passion for Mantic Tabletop games. Deadzone, Kings of War, Firefight and more! (Clement also likes Vanguard, take a shot every time […]

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08th Jul2025

‘Innovation: Ultimate’ Board Game Review

by Matthew Smail

There’s something inherently audacious about Innovation: Ultimate. It’s not just a greatest hits compilation – it’s the full boxed set, the remastered edition, the director’s cut where every radical design decision Carl Chudyk ever cooked up finally gets its moment in the spotlight. And it doesn’t apologise for the chaos. If anything, it revels in […]

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08th Jul2025

‘Ghost Game’ Blu-ray Review

by Matthew Turner

Stars: Zaen Haidar, Kia Dorsey, Sam Lukowski, Emily Bennett, Michael C. Williams, Vienna Maas | Written by Adam Cesare | Directed by Jill Gevargizian Director Jill Gevargizian follows her acclaimed 2020 debut The Stylist, with Ghost Game, a low-budget haunted house thriller based on the real-life trend of ‘phrogging’, namely living in someone’s house, undetected. […]

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08th Jul2025

Rewind: ‘Masters of the Universe’ Review

by Chris Thomas

“I Have The Power!” was the key to He-Man. He-Man empowered 5-year-old boys like me in the 1980s. You held the sword (which was quite expensive), and suddenly you had the power, not your parents or teacher. “Doing my research” (watching the Netflix documentary The Toys that Made Us), I was surprised that He-Man was […]

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08th Jul2025

‘AEW: Collision #100’ Review (Jul 5th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of AEW: Collision, which brings wrestling back to Saturday nights. We’ve got the commentary team of Tony Schiavone and Nigel McGuinness calling the action, so let’s get into our review! Match #1: Kevin Knight def. Shelton Benjamin and Nick Wayne The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com: The bell rang, and […]

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08th Jul2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 131: KoWmunity in France with Nico

by Chris Thomas

Here’s the latest episode of the Mantic Universe Podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly. Listen to long-time Nerdly writer Chris and his co-hosts Clem, Mark, Walt and Fred share their passion for Mantic Tabletop games. Deadzone, Kings of War, Firefight and more! (Clement also likes Vanguard, take a shot every time […]

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07th Jul2025

‘The Stuff’ 4K UHD Review (Arrow Video)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Michael Moriarty, Andrea Marcovicci, Garrett Morris, Paul Sorvino | Written and Directed by Larry Cohen Larry Cohen is the imaginative director who brought the world such cult classics as Q: The Winged Serpent, the It’s Alive film series, and God Told Me To. On March 23, 2019, Cohen died from cancer at his home […]

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07th Jul2025

‘Tourist Trap’ Blu-ray Review (101 Films)

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Chuck Connors, Jocelyn Jones, Jon Van Ness, Robin Sherwood, Tanya Roberts, Dawn Jeffory | Written by David Schmoeller, J. Larry Carroll | Directed by David Schmoeller In the world of slasher films, a sub-genre that’s often more about body counts and formula than genuine scares, Tourist Trap stands out as a unique gem. While […]

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07th Jul2025

Talk Panels to Me #1 – Comic writer John Lees

by Ian Wells

Hello and welcome to the first instalment of Talk Panels to Me. This is my corner of the world to shine a light on those putting their collective heart and souls into the world of creator-owned/self-published comics. The aim is to focus on the best of British, with the occasional venture across the pond and […]

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