11th Dec2025

‘WWE NXT’ Review (Dec 9th 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: Kelani Jordan def. Jordynne Grace The following is courtesy of wwe.com: Kelani Jordan scored a massive victory over Jordynne Grace in singles action. Jordan targeted Grace’s leg early […]

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11th Dec2025

The History of Bad Ideas – Episode 628: Will You Sign My Chart?

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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10th Dec2025

‘Zootropolis 2’ Review

by Henry Godfrey-Evans

Features the voices of: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, Andy Samberg, Idris Elba, Shakira, Patrick Warburton, Quinta Brunson, Danny Trejo | Written by Jared Bush | Directed by Jared Bush, Byron Howard A little long for a kids’ film, Zootropolis 2 clearly had points to make, but perhaps not one hour […]

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10th Dec2025

‘Crocodile Swarm’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Lauren Staerck, Coco Taylor, Ella Starbuck, Lila Lasso, Gillian Broderick, Tiernan Mullane, Howard J. Davey, Romulus Hotea | Written by Scott Chambers | Directed by Tyler-James Crocodile Swarm is the latest micro-budget creature feature birthed from the same British filmmaking circle responsible for the Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey cinematic… “universe.” This round […]

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10th Dec2025

‘Airport: The Complete 4-Film Collection’ 4K UHD Review

by Jason Lockard

Disaster films have been thrilling audiences since the earliest days of cinema. From The Great Train Robbery to San Francisco to Titanic, viewers have always been drawn to catastrophe on screen. Maybe it’s morbid curiosity, maybe it’s the fascination with watching ordinary people pushed to their limits. Honestly, it’s probably a bit of both. The […]

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10th Dec2025

‘Bikini Guillotine’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Bryan Brewer, Julia Burenok, Christina Fielding, Briana Nicole, Jamie Grefe, Maggi Nowlan, Kristine Thompson | Written and Directed by Jamie Grefe We’ve covered plenty of Scott Jeffrey’s output on Nerdly, but he’s not the only rapid-fire filmmaker making waves. Gregory Hatanaka has somehow produced 54 films in 2025 – a number that should not […]

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10th Dec2025

‘WWE Raw’ Review (Dec 8th 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 show… Match #1: IYO SKY def. Kairi Sane The following is courtesy of wwe.com: After Rhea Ripley painfully neutralized an interfering Asuka, IYO SKY scored the victory over WWE Women’s Tag […]

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10th Dec2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 158: A Call with Ronnie Renton

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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09th Dec2025

‘Rosa’ Blu-ray Review (88 Films)

by Jason Lockard

Stars: Biao Yuen, Lowell Lo, Kara Ying Hung Wai, Hsiao-Fen Lu, Paul Chun, Dick Wei, Fat Chung, James Tien, Tai-Bo | Written by Wong Kar-Wai, Barry Wong | Directed by Tung Cho ‘Joe’ Cheung For physical media fans, nothing beats a fully loaded, super-deluxe Blu-ray box set – and 88 Films consistently delivers some of […]

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09th Dec2025

‘Robot Girlfriend: Revenge’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Jamie Grefe, Sofia Papuashvili | Written and Directed by Jamie Grefe We’ve talked plenty on Nerdly about the hyper-prolific end of indie filmmaking. The Scott Jeffreys, the Louisa Warrens, and more recently the Gregory Hatanakas – directors who churn out movies with the relentlessness of a photocopier on fire. And right there in that […]

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09th Dec2025

‘Empire of Lies’ Video Review

by Kevin Haldon

Kevin sits down to review the new Joseph Millson lead movie, Empire of Lies. A movie about a grieving father cut off from the world and desperate to just get through the next day, when a journalist shows up to hear his story, things get all too real for Dave. When a mysterious young woman […]

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09th Dec2025

‘NXT: Deadline 2025’ PPV Review

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this review of NXT: Deadline, the latest pay-per-view/premium live event from the WWE’s third brand and a show that features the “Iron Survivor Challenge” once again. Let’s see what went down on the show! Match #1: NXT Championship – Oba Femi def. Ricky Saints The following is courtesy of wwe.com: The Ruler is […]

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09th Dec2025

‘AEW: Collision’ Review (Dec 6th 2025)

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this week’s review of AEW: Collision, which this week aired on Thanksgiving night in a special time/day presentation. We’ve got the commentary team of Tony Schiavone and Nigel McGuinness calling the action. Also, AEW’s official recaps are getting rather long, so we’ll be abbreviating them where we can to save your eyes! With […]

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09th Dec2025

Mantic Universe Podcast – Episode 157: Creating the Xirkaali Empire with Clint L. Werner

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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09th Dec2025

How Movie and Comic Heroes Continue to Inspire the Design of Modern Online Slots

by James Smith

Capes and masks dominate the box office today. Look at the top-grossing films of the last decade, and you will see that almost all of them originated in graphic novels. This visual dominance does not stop at the cinema door. It has bled into the software used for online gambling. Developers understand that a specific […]

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09th Dec2025

The new Fable will arrive in 2026: What do we know about the game?

by James Smith

The beloved fantasy franchise Fable is making its return after more than a decade away from the spotlight. Playground Games has been developing the reboot since 2018, and Microsoft recently confirmed a 2026 release window. The announcement has generated considerable excitement among fans who have waited years for news about the series. Platform availability and […]

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09th Dec2025

The Best Game Genres to Start Your 2026 Gaming Adventures

by James Smith

The start of a new year is the perfect time for gamers to explore new experiences and dive into genres they may not have tried before. Whether you are a seasoned player or looking to refresh your gaming habits, a new year offers a wealth of opportunities to explore different styles of gameplay. Selecting the […]

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09th Dec2025

The Top Skills That Give Players an Edge in Today’s Online Games

by James Smith

Online gaming has grown into a highly competitive and diverse environment, offering players a range of genres and experiences. From fast-paced shooters to strategic role-playing games, casual mobile titles, and online casino games, the modern gamer faces an array of challenges that require more than just reflexes. To succeed and enjoy the experience fully, players […]

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08th Dec2025

‘Shawscope Vol. 4’ Blu-ray Review (Arrow Video)

by Jason Lockard

Arrow Video have been treating collectors to their lavish Shaw Brothers collections – the mighty Shawscope sets – for a good while now. And guess what? We’ve already reached Volume 4. Volume 4! Hard to believe there’s been that many, but yes… Arrow keep spoiling us. Shawscope Volume 4 is the biggest, wildest box yet. […]

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08th Dec2025

‘ZombieCON Vol.1’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Manny Luke, Erin Áine, Punkie Johnson, Hendrix Deveroux, Christian Casillas, Carlo Mendez, Nichole McAuley, Anna Valencia, Leighton B. Allen, Scott Anthony Simmons | Written by Kyle Valle, Manny Luke, Erin Áine | Directed by Kyle Valle Once in a while, an indie horror-comedy comes along that’s so packed with personality, you can almost hear […]

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08th Dec2025

‘Paranormal Body Stream’ VOD Review

by Phil Wheat

Stars: Helena Jauregui, Savanna Blau, Jamie Grefe, Chris Spinelli | Written and Directed by Jamie Grefe We’ve covered Scott Jeffrey plenty on Nerdly, but he’s not the only one-man film machine out there. The real productivity monster might be Gregory Hatanaka, who somehow has 54 producing credits in 2025 alone. Wild. Like Jeffrey, Hatanaka works […]

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08th Dec2025

‘TNA: Final Resolution 2025’ PPV Review

by Phil Wheat

Welcome to this review of TNA Wrestling’s Final Resolution 2024 pay-per-view, which opened with the usual free-to-view pre-show Countdown to… which saw Eric Young beaten by Cedric Alexander and The System defeat the debuting Brock Anderson, C.W. Anderson & Bear Bronson. Now let’s get into the review! Match #1: Mike Santana def. NXT’s Charlie Dempsey […]

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