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Status EffectEpisode #50: Giveaway Time!Happy 50th everybody!!It has been a journey getting to this monumental episode! Every member of our Status Effect family, yes that includes YOU, has made it worth it and this giveaway is a small token of gratitude!A video portion of this episode will be available on our instagram at statuseffectpc. =) Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?! And who has won!As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music...2023-06-1618 minStatus EffectEpisode #49: NYC Air Quality, Apple Vision Pro, & Your Last Chance for Giveaway Entries!Hey everyone!First of all, the fires in Canada have been devastating the country and the smoke has made its way down to the US making it a health hazard to be outside without a mask. We hope everyone is safe in both Canada and US!Now our topics for this week:Joe and Alfonso share their thoughts on Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse's amazing opening weekend numbers, the ousting of GameStop's CEO, and an international pink paint shortage!Next, Apple announced the Vision Pro during...2023-06-111h 03Status EffectEpisode #48: Nintendon't Want Emulation, Street Fighter 6 & Diablo 4 Hype Level Checks, and The PlayStation Showcase!What's up everybody!We've got another great episode for you this week!First, the Nintendo Fun Police are at it again!! Joe and Alfonso discuss Nintendo's latest IP protection efforts against emulation and how it actually hurts more than it helps!Next, Street Fighter 6 and Diablo 4 have early reviews glowing about them! Joe and Alfonso share how these impressions are increasing the hypemeter!!Finally, "Huh? Whose footprints are these?" Sony recently held their latest PlayStation Showcase! Joe and Alfonso talk about some of t...2023-06-021h 19Status EffectEpisode #47: MGS 3 Remake, Mortal Kombat 1?, and The SPOILERCAST for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3!Howdy y'all!We've got an amazing episode for you this week!First Joe checks in on Alfonso's trip to Texas! YEEHAW!Next, an MGS 3 Remake?! Mortal Kombat 1?! Arnold Schwarzenegger is Chief Action Officer for Netflix?! WTF?! Joe and Alfonso react to some of the latest announcements and rumors!Finally, the main event! Joe and Alfonso breakdown the final chapter in the James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy! Is it the send off the trilogy deserves or are the dog days far f...2023-05-262h 07Status EffectEpisode #46: Upcoming Releases, The Steam Deck vs. The ASUS ROG Ally , & Giveaway Details!Happy Belated Mother's Day to all the mothers out there!Here are our topics for the week:First , Street Fighter 6, The Super Mario Bros Movie coming to digital, and more! Joe and Alfonso discuss the new games and movies on the horizon!Next, HERE COMES A NEW CHALLENGER!! The Steam Deck might be getting some stiff competition from the latest entry into the portable PC market from the ASUS ROG Ally! Joe and Alfonso share their thoughts on the specs sheet!H...2023-05-191h 18Status EffectEpisode #45: The Writer's Strike Fallout, Joe's Review of Guardians Vol. 3, & Listener Questions!Hey everyone!Here are our topics for this week:We have an update on the writer's strike! Joe and Alfonso go through the latest delays and share their statuses on the fallout!Articles with details on delays:IGN ArticleNPR ArticleNext, Joe is going to share his thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3! Is he "Hooked on a Feeling" or did he get burned again by Marvel?!Finally, "Ooo Ooo pick me!" Joe and Alfonso answer some of their fans' burning...2023-05-121h 22Status EffectEpisode #44: The Hollywood Writers Strike & An Axe to Grind with Broken @ss Games!Yo yo party people!!We've got an exciting show for you this week!Here are our topics:First , BREAKING NEWS!! The Writer’s Guild of America is going on strike! Joe and Alfonso discuss how this could effect upcoming shows and movies?!Next, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are right around the corner! Joe and Alfonso share their statuses on each!Next, why do games still come out broken?! Joe has an axe to gr...2023-05-071h 03Status EffectEpisode #43: Our Thoughts on "The Best-ish Final Bosses in Games"What's good everyone?!Here are our topics for this week:This week was pretty light in news, so Joe and Alfonso decided to have a little discussion around a recent article from TheGamer.com titled "The Best Final Bosses in Games."Now y'all know these gents have pretty strong opinions! So tune in to find out what their thoughts were on the bosses listed!You can check out the article here:https://www.thegamer.com/best-final-boss-fights-in-games/What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to...2023-04-281h 31Status EffectEpisode #42: Suicide Squad: Delay the Justice League, The State of AI, and the Future of TLOU!Hey everybody!Here are our topics for this week:First, Joe and Alfonso share some of what they've been playing and watching this week, like Bunkers and Badasses, a cool Pokémon mod, Ted Lasso Season 3, and more!Then, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League gets yet another delay! Is there anything that can save this game?! Joe and Alfonso give their two cents on this recent development!Next, Skynet has become self-aware! Psyche! AI has become a hot topic recently, so Joe an...2023-04-211h 09Status EffectEpisode #41: Puerto Rico, Air is a Slam Dunk, Super Mario Bros. Movie, and.... the NCU?!Let's-a-go!Here are our topics for this week!First, Alfonso regales us with his Puerto Rican adventure! He discusses some of the sights, sounds, and food he partook in while he was away!Next, Joe gives us the rundown as to why the new Ben Affleck movie, Air, needs to be seen by sports fans and sneaker heads alike!Then, Joe and Alfonso share their thoughts on the Super Mario Bros. Movie - with minor spoilers! Is it a Super Star or a pile of Dry Bones?!2023-04-141h 09Status EffectEpisode #40: New Street Fighter Film, John Wick 4 & Diablo 4 Hype, E3 Cancelled, and RE4 Remake Impressions!Yoyoyoyo everybody!Let's get into our topics for this week!First up, Joe and Alfonso talk about the latest in live action movie announcements! From Lilo and Stitch to Street Fighter, Joe and Alfonso discuss which ones they are looking forward to and what it takes for a good live action version of Street Fighter!Next, the power of the 4th! Joe and Alfonso discuss Diablo 4 and John Wick 4, respectively, and share whether or not they recommend fans experience them!2023-04-071h 25Status EffectEpisode #39: Bunkers & Badasses, Roiland's Case Dismissed, Marvel's Major Problems, and Our Favorite 7/10 Games!Hey hey everybody!Let's get into our topics for this week!First up, Joe and Alfonso discuss the Borderlands D&D game they've been playing called Bunkers and Badasses! They share how their first session went and what they've been enjoying so far!Then, Joe and Alfonso discuss the recent developments of Justin Roiland's court case and then some pretty troubling news around Marvel! They discuss the layoffs and the headlines around Jonathan Majors!Finally, a listener sent in a question: What is the best 7/10 game you ever...2023-03-311h 31Status EffectEpisode #38: The Games that Have Us Hype for 2023...So Far!What’s up Party People?!Let's get into our topics for tonight!First, Joe and Alfonso discuss what they've been playing, watching, and what movies that are coming out soon they're excited to see!Then Joe and Alfonso take a look at the game releases for 2023! Which games have been hitting or missing so far, and which ones have yet to be released that still have promise?!Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Gr...2023-03-101h 25Status EffectEpisode #37: Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Spoilercast!Hey hey hey!Let's get into our topics for tonight!First, Joe and Alfonso discuss what they've been playing and what travel plans they have coming up! Shout outs to the Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo and The Empire City Garrison!Then the MAIN event! Ant-Man and the Wasp: QuanutMANIA!!! Joe and Alfonso dissect the movie, from the characters to the story, and give their final reviews! So get your Pym Particles locked and loaded as we jump straight into the Quantum Realm!Time for u...2023-03-031h 25Status EffectEpisode #36: Hogwarts and All, The Latest Flash Trailer, & The PSVR 2 Launch!What's up y'all!Here are the topics for the week!Joe and Alfonso start with a quick temp check on Episodes four through six of HBO's The Last of Us!Next, it has been a difficult launch for Hogwarts Legacy! It's not because of the quality of the game, but the stance JK Rowling has shared about the trans community! Joe and Alfonso share their thoughts on the goings-on over in the Wizarding World!Then, "Yeah, I'm Batman!" The new trailer for The Flash movie...2023-02-241h 12Status EffectEpisode #35: The Last of Us Check In, Speculations on The Day Before, & A Trip Down PS Memory Lane!Hey hey everybody!We have a great show for you! Here are the topics for the week!HBO's The Last of Us continues to impress! Joe and Alfonso do a quick check in to share some of their thoughts on Episode 3!Next, the game that may never get released! The Day Before has had a bit of a turbulent journey thus far! Not to mention the developer Fntastic has been nothing, but shady! Joe and Alfonso discuss if why they are waiting for The Day After!2023-02-101h 20Status EffectEpisode #34: Thoughts on Tyre Nichols, Forspoken Flops, & First Impressions of HBO's The Last of Us!What's good everyone?!After a little break, we are back! Here's what we have lined up for you this week!The assault of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police was horrific. We at the show were deeply affected by footage released last week. Our hearts go out to the Nichols family. Joe and Alfonso share how they are each processing what has happened.Here is a link to NAACP's website as referenced in the show: https://naacp.org/find-resourcesNext, Square Enix has recently released Forspoken and it's been.... a li...2023-02-031h 19Status EffectEpisode #33: Response to Listener's Status, QuantuMANIA, DC Headquarters Still Burning, & The Last of Us Love!What is up everybody?!We've got a great show for you this week!Don't yuck my yum! Joe and Alfonso address a listener comment that took some umbrage with their take on Resident Evil last week! Seems like they EFFECTED someone’s STATUS! As Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania approaches, Joe and Alfonso share their thoughts on the recent trailer! Is it setting up something big for the MCU or will it end up smacking into a windshield?!And Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’s Angela Bassettt brings home...2023-01-131h 11Status EffectEpisode #32: A Look Back on 2022's Best & Worst, & What We Missed!Hey hey everyone!Happy New Year!!As we launch into 2023, let's look back on the experiences 2022 provided! Joe and Alfonso reflect on the movies, shows, and games that really stood out to them. Is it a trash fire or something truly special? For each category they'll talk about their personal best and worst! They'll also discuss the biggest misses they plan on making time for in the new year!So, let's sit down by the fireplace with a bottle of wine and reminisce over last year to find out:"W...2023-01-061h 34Status EffectEpisode #31 Holiday Special! Best and Worst Gifts ever, James Gunn takes on DC, & Henry Cavill leaving it!Hello Everyone! Happy Holidays!We have a lighthearted discussion regarding the Best and Worst possible gifts someone could receive according to our listeners! As well as discussing if Die Hard qualifies as a Christmas Movie! (Joe: "It Does!")Alfonso gives his final Rating on the Netflix Smash-hit "Wednesday"!With James Gunn now taking over DC Movies and TV, Joe and Alfonso discuss the opportunities to finally challenge the Marvel universe, and can he finally create a storyline dark enough to put them in on a new path?and finally, H...2022-12-231h 08Status EffectEpisode #30: Reactions to 2022 Video Game Awards, Next Year's Slate of Games, & Nintendo’s Poor DecisionWhat is up everyone?!Let's get into our topics for the week:Joe and Alfonso discuss the Game of the Year winner from the 2022 Video Game Awards! They share their reactions to the results, but will they break bread over the winner?Also there were a ton of 2023 games announced at the event, just in time for Christmas! Joe and Alfonso talk about the ones they are hyped for and the ones they'll throw into the fireplace!Finally, Nintendo is in hot water as they have put the world of competitive...2022-12-161h 25Status EffectEpisode #29: Wakanda Forever Spoilercast!We are dedicating this episode to our amazing friend Carlos Carrera! Much love brother!Let's go over our topics for the episode:First, Joe and Alfonso discuss what they've been playing - such as Pokémon and GoW: Ragnarok, their impressions of the latest Mario movie trailer, and which game they are more hype for, Callisto Protocol or Crisis Core!Then the MAIN event! Wakanda Forever!!! Joe and Alfonso dissect the movie, from the characters to the story! So strap in as they plunge into the depths of Talocan in search o...2022-12-091h 28Status EffectEpisode #28: Dave Chapelle takes Over SNL, God of War / COD MW 2 First Looks & Kevin Conroy!Alright everyone, we have some heavy topics this week! Sorry for the lateness. We got caught up in some serious life events, which we'll discuss at a later date.Let's jump into the topics for the episode:Dave Chappelle recently hosted SNL and it was... pretty controversial. Joe and Alfonso discuss their thoughts on "Cancel Culture" and what their takeaways are from Dave's monologue. Here is a link to Newsweek's article of his monologue as reference:https://www.newsweek.com/dave-chappelle-snl-opening-monologue-read-full-jokes-1759195God of War Ragnarok and C...2022-12-071h 08Status EffectEpisode #27: DC Superwoes. Silent Hill Remake, and Start of Season 2!WELCOME BACK TO STATUS EFFECT: SEASON 2!Alfonso and Joe, are back ready to get into all the great new things entering our world of pop culture!We start with a new grading system going into season 2 of how our duo will react to our topics for current and future episodes!DC Comics and entertainment was once the shining example of proper comic book licenses and media. But lately, it has been one misstep after another. Our group will take a look at recent projects such as Black Adam, Gotham Knights, and the controversy...2022-11-111h 08Status EffectBonus Episode 2! Getting ready for Season 2!Hello Everyone!It has been a while!In this final Bonus Episode before the start of season 2, Alfonso and Joe, relieve some amazing new experiences they have gone thru in the last few months. From Jobs, relationships, movies and gaming, the duo will get in depth with how they have grown, and how they plan to elevate the podcast for next season!So take a seat relax, and give us a few to explain:"What's our Status?"As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul...2022-11-0836 minStatus EffectBonus Episode: Status Effect Status Update!Hey everybody!This week we have a status update to give y'all!After being MIA for a little bit now, you are probably wondering where the duo has been! They are still here!!In this episode Joe and Alfonso talk about what's been keeping them away and possible solutions for the future to ensure the good times keep on rolling! They also talk about an upcoming birthday, their favorite dishes, some games, and talk positively about.... NFTs! What is going on over there?!Time for us to find out: 2022-05-0940 minStatus EffectEpisode #26: The Slap heard Around the world, Major Delays in Gaming, and E3 Canceled?!Hello everybody, we have got tons of news content to discuss this week!Major News this week, from Sony on the verge of a Massive 3rd party developer purchase and the release of PlayStation Plus's new online package, Elden Ring's biggest bosses are taking on Tekken, Mobius drains its fans at the movies, and Delays for both the Legend of Zelda and Star Wars Franchises.Alfonso and Joe will discuss the "Slap heard around the World", between Will Smith and Chris Rock, and both the social and racial backlash the moment had on the media...2022-04-181h 47Status EffectEpisode 25: The Deleted Crown Prince, New Game Updates, Thoughts on Turning Red, & First Impressions of the Halo Series!Alright peeps, we've got a great show for you this week! First off, here’s a quick show update! We are now releasing our episodes on MONDAY! Now you can start your week with a little Status Effect!In our news section, we discuss the deleted scene from The Batman, those “amazing” reviews for both Michael Bay's Ambulance and Gran Turismo 7, the announcement and then trashing of GTA+, the support of Microsoft for a potential union at Activision Blizzard, the retirement of a WWE Legend, and more!Next up, Turning Red is Pixar's latest...2022-03-281h 36Status EffectEpisode 24: Capcom Teases Us, Elden Ring Updates, Ms. Marvel Hype, What's Up with the Steam Deck & a Bethesda Retrospective!Alright everyone, we have a lot to discuss this week! First off, this is a redux of Episode 24 because it got lost in SPAAAAACE! We have re-recorded it for your listening pleasure!We've got a news cycle so packed this week, it's bursting at the seams! From Capcom announcing a new game, Elden Ring trolls and our updated reviews, a new Netflix price hike, our first look at the Ms. Marvel show on Disney Plus, and the Steam Deck running on low battery! There is a lot to discuss!Finally, Bethesda's Starfield is d...2022-03-201h 54Status EffectEpisode 23: "Emerging from Shadow Edition" feat. The Batman Movie Review with Special Guest Duncan from GDT!Hello everyone, we have an amazing show lined up this week! Steam Deck delays, God of war getting a TV show, John Cho talking about his last ride as Spike Spigel, I Am Legend sequel in the works, Battlefield 2042 is on the scoreboard, and GTA takes a step forward and backwards at the same time..tons to get into with our news for the week! We have a special guest this week! Duncan Sheridan: Co-Host of “GDT” podcast, stops by to talk about his favorite movies, inspirations for his podcast, and his first film project! 2022-03-112h 16Status EffectEpisode #22: Pokemon's New Starters, Uncharted the Movie, & Elden Ring!Hello everyone! WE got a packed show for you this week!This week's news cycle had a lot to unpack!From Pokémon Violet & Scarlet's new starters, receiving some hilarious new names, Twisted Metal taking the jump to TV, Steam Deck being delivered to players by Gabe Newell Himself, and Bender making his triumphant return to Futurama, we got all the biggest news from the week. Uncharted the Movie is out, and it has struck gold in the box-office! Alfonso and Joe will break down this funny fantasy adventure and highlight some of th...2022-03-051h 49Status EffectEpisode 21: Part 3 of Black History Month: A Little Music History & Some Rising Stars!Hey hey everybody!First of all congrats to the winners of our first big giveaway! Check out @StatusEffectPC on the "gram" to watch a recording of our livestream!Next, the word on the street is that Elden Ring is pretty good, not to mention Street Fighter 6 got announced and what a logo they have! Is the next Call of Duty delayed... for up to two years?! We discuss all this and more in our news section!And in part 3 of our Black History Month Awareness campaign, we talk about some impactful moments and...2022-02-251h 39Status EffectEpisode 20: Part 2 of Black History Month: Comedy: Awareness by LaughterHello everyone!This week we have a ton of news on the way!From Netflix acquiring the rights to Bioshock the movie, Sony potentially purchasing Capcom or Konami, Nintendo closing the eshop for wii and 3ds, & Bender from Futurama taking a stand for equal pay, there is alot to unpack!And in part 2 of our Black History Month Awareness campaign, we are discussing the impact that comedy had in telling the stories of the black community. Using laughter as the medium, some titans of comedy like: Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, and Dave Chapelle...2022-02-201h 43Status EffectEpisode 19: Part 1 of Black History Month: Media's Portrayal of the Black Struggle & RiseHello everyone!At Status Effect, we focus on the emotions people feel every day. Black History Month can bring so many of these feelings to the surface, that we would like to start the dialogue and invite others to join the conversation. We will take a look at multiple movies and shows this week: from the 1992 Biopic "Malcolm X", 2016 Epic Journey "Moonlight", 2019's Social Justice Struggle "Just Mercy", & 2020's Horror Fiction "Lovecraft Country".All this and one final announcement for the giveaway on February 18th 2022!2022-02-111h 36Status EffectEpisode #18: Thoughts on the Latest Halo Trailer, Peacemaker Impressions, & Mortal Kombat Retrospective!Hello Everyone!! We've got a fantastic show lined up for you!When it rains, it pours! We have more news this week, from the first full trailer for Halo debuting on Paramount+ to another game company acquisition. We talk about what's been lighting up the internet!DC and James Gunn just dropped Peacemaker on HBO Max! Is it another disappointing comic book adaptation or does it stand alongside some of the best? We share our impressions of the first episode!Get over here!! Ed Boon, one of the original creators of Mortal Kombat...2022-02-041h 40Status EffectEpisode #17: GTA V on Gameboy, 4 Hour The Batman Movie Screening, Most Difficult Games We Have Ever Played!Hello Everyone!! Got a great show lined up this week!News from around the Entertainment Industry! Three new Star Wars games headed to a Galaxy not far away at all, Halo gets a new TV trailer during the NFL AFC Championship Halftime show, & GTA V playable on the GAMEBOY???!!!"The Batman" scheduled for a release in March of this year, just had its 1st test screening, OF 4 HOURS... We will discuss: At what point is too long for a movie, & some of the best and worst lengthiest movies of all time."Elden Ring", t...2022-01-281h 39Status EffectEpisode 16: Microsoft Buying Up the Competition, & Game to Media Transitions with Uncharted and The Witcher!Just when we thought we had an idea how this generation of gaming was going to go, a massive deal shakes the entire landscape! Microsoft acquires Activision Blizzard in a blockbuster deal worth over $68 billion! With Sony reeling from a $20 billion dollar loss in one day, we discuss the franchises that will be effected, potential moves Sony can make to combat the losses, and whether Microsoft is creating a monopoly! Uncharted and The Witcher are the latest video games to transition to movies and TV. Alfonso and Joe will discuss the games that created the so...2022-01-211h 29Status EffectEpisode #15: The Rebirth of Scott Pilgrim, Battlefield 2042 Developer Backlash, & It Takes 2 vs. Deathloop!We have a ton of stuff to talk about this week, so much this is our longest episode ever!We take on all of the biggest news events to hit this week: Scott Pilgrim making an EPIC comeback on Netflix, Dying Light a 500 Hour game?! , Take 2 Interactive with the Most expensive Video Game acquisition in History buying ZYNGA, and The War for the Soul of Battlefield 2042: Developers Vs. The Consumers! and we are going to end the 2021 Game of the Year Debate once and for all!Alfonso and Joe have beaten both "DeathLoop" & "I...2022-01-142h 06Status EffectEpisode #14: Sony PSVR2: The Future of Virtual Reality Gaming, & The Matrix Resurrections!This Week we discuss Sony's announcement of the new PSVR2 system. Will it be the future of VR Gaming, or just continue to appeal to a smaller crowd? Alfonso breaks down the hardware, while Joe discusses what VR needs to truly contend in the vast gaming market. We then get into the Matrix Resurrections! From storyline to character development, we are going to deep dive into everything. Something tells us that Agent Smith, was writing this script... Your not going to want to miss, what we have to say about this one.All This, Listener Q...2022-01-101h 50Status EffectEpisode 13: " The Collectors Edition" with Special Guest Vinny Jimenez & Physical vs. Digital Debate!It's our Special New Year's Shindig where we reflect on the past and look to the future!We sit down with our resident collector Joe and special guest Vinny Jimenez to go over their experiences as collectors!We pick their brains on how this past year has affected their hobby and what advice they wish to pass on to those who want to begin their own journey!& Finally, Alfonso and Joe debate whether physical or digital items are the way to go!Grab your QR Codes and Raspberry Pi because you...2021-12-311h 31Status EffectEpisode 12: Our Favorite Christmas Traditions & Memories, & Our Thoughts on Spider-Man: No Way Home!Happy Holidays from Status Effect!As we get ready to celebrate Christmas this year, we look back on some of our fondest childhood memories and family traditions. We delve into some of the movies we watch this time of the year and what have been some of our absolute favorite gifts!& Finally, we dive head first into the Multiverse! Spider-Man: No Way Home came out this past week and we are going to be talking SPOILERS! We discuss the moments that hit us the hardest, questions we may still have, and wh...2021-12-241h 41Status EffectEpisode 11: Cowboy Bebop Cancelled, 2021 Video Game Award Reveals, & Matrix Resurrection the Movie!A Jampacked Episode to help you get through the Holiday Rush!Letitia Wright has given up her role of "Shuri", in the Marvel MCU, how will this effect Black Panther 2?Cowboy Bebop has been officially canceled, and while it's no surprise, it does beg the question: Should Netflix give up on Anime live Action Shows?The 2021 Game Awards, had amazing reveals, and some stunning upsets! We will discuss the big winners, and what we are looking forward to most in 2022!& Finally, the Matrix Resurrection is coming out in 2 weeks, and with...2021-12-171h 32Status EffectBonus Episode: Live From the Festival of Games!Live from the Festival of Games in Garden City, NY, this is Status Effect!Alfonso and Joe will be reliving some of the best moments from the convention, with a live in person audience!From classic video games, amazing vendors, incredible tacos and some hilarious interactions, they will give the full details of the day, and for the first time: Take on a live Q&A Session with Listeners!Time for us to hand over the reins, and find out:What's Their Status?!As always, we want to give...2021-12-1241 minStatus EffectEpisode 10: Game Industry Haters, Sony GamePass?!, & Marvel MCU Updates!Our 10th Podcast is in the books! We start off the show discussing our excitement for the Long Island Festival of Games Convention and our first Official meet and Greet! Alfonso gives his insight on recent release Back 4 Blood, while Joe explains the difficulty surrounding a Permadeath Pokémon mode called “Nuzlocking”!Take 2 interactive is under heavy scrutiny after creating a series of copyright infringement suits on company’s including the game of the year nominee “it Takes 2” from Hazelight Studios! Legit Claim or Petty Dispute? Alfonso weighs in.Sony is unveiling a brand new se...2021-12-101h 26Status EffectEpisode #9: Listener's Responses, Game of the Year Awards, & Spider-Man: No Way Home!The listeners have responded!With the most single week responses ever, We open the floor to user reviews on Battlefield 2042, Cowboy Bebop, & take on the most impactful moment we have each had in gaming!The 2021 Video Game Awards are right around the corner! We will discuss some of the nominees & their chances of winning!Finally: the Marvel Cinematic Event of the Year is here in Spider-Man: No Way Home! Our duo discusses the struggles of trying to secure tickets on "Spider Monday", the impact this movie will have on the MCU, & will Tom...2021-12-031h 27Status EffectEpisode 8: Thanksgiving Traditions, Battlefield Reviews, Cowboy Bebop, & League of Legends Finale!Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! We kick off with Thanksgiving traditions, favorite foods, and some of the best ways to spend the holiday with family! Battlefield 2042 is out and the reviews..are pretty brutal. We read an actual gameplay review, and discuss where EA and Dice dropped the air-strike.Cowboy Bebop has released and it’s toeing the line between innovation and authenticity. We break down the first two episodes with some takeaways and observations.And finally, League Of Legends: Arcane has wrapped up its finale to its first season! What an amazing trip! Alfo...2021-11-261h 23Status EffectEpisode #7: GTA/Battlefield Backlash, League of Legends: Arcane Ep 4-6, & PS5 / Switch Chip Shortage!In this weeks Jam-Packed Episode:Reviews have started to come out for GTA and Battlefield 2042..and it isn't pretty! Game Breaking flaws, poor maps, graphical errors and more are at the forefront of our conversation! Based off of actual reporting and beta-testers, we will dig into the newest titles of these franchises.Ever heard of Nintendo Power? Tips and Tricks? Brady Games? Once upon a time, Game magazines and guides were the only way to get thru difficult challenges. Now with all the information you need one click away, we take a trip into the t...2021-11-191h 07Status EffectEpisode #6: What Makes a Great Video Game Story?, League of Legends:Arcane, & GTA Trilogy Remaster!What's going on everyone! We have got a great show lined up this week!What makes a video game story, truly memorable? Character development? Good vs. Evil? Joe & Alfonso discuss what motivates them, to finish a game to its full completion. League of Legends: Arcane has released to MASSIVE anticipation & Fantastic Reviews! We will discuss the first three episodes, the world they are building and, characters our listeners hope to see in the future!Finally: Rockstar Games is releasing GTA 3, Vice City, & San Andreas, as a Triple Pack Remaster, but is it enough to...2021-11-121h 01Status EffectEpisode #5: Nintendo Offline, Squid Game Breakdown, Cowboy Bebop Live Action Show, & Giveaway Winners!We hit the ground running this week, taking on listener questions regarding Nintendo Online! Flaws like Lag Inputs, no button Mapping, save state failures, & more, have opened the door to some fierce backlash from gamers all over. Alfonso and Joe discuss the fallout, and the disastrous first week launch.Is money the root of all evil? It definitely was the source of some serious bad behavior, on the Smash hit Squid Game! We are going in-depth with spoilers, emotions, and the impact the show has left on everyone who watched it! From never looking at...2021-11-051h 15Status EffectEpisode #4: Our 1st Halloween Special! Scariest Movies, Castlevania Giveaway, & Resident Evil 2 Vs. Silent Hill 2 Debate!Happy Halloween Everyone!Join us with our biggest live audience yet, as we discuss some of the scariest horror movies and games that kept us up at night! From Outlast, Exorcist, Candyman, P.T. and more, we will be keeping a light on for this one!Castlevania has been a cornerstone of the horror community for decades. Since the Netflix show has come out, Konami has been inching closer to a new title to potentially develop. Our hosts discuss the impact the TV show has had on the franchise, and their hopes for a new e...2021-10-2954 minStatus EffectEpisode #3: Mobile Gaming, DC Fandome, Nintendo Online, & Reviews for Metroid Dread!We have a packed episode this week!Alfonso & Joe, take on Mobile Gaming! With the rise of new titles like League of Legends: Wild Rift, Pokemon GO, & Call of Duty, our hosts discuss if mobile gaming can compete with consoles & PC's at the competitive level!DC Fandome 2021 had enough info to keep the Batcomputer running for months! We break down some of the biggest sneak peeks and trailers, from the event. Nintendo has raised its online pricing model, but are the perks worth it? With N64 and Sega Genesis multiplayer on the way, o...2021-10-221h 22Status EffectEpisode #2: Achievements & Gamerscore: Is 100% truly worth it? Bluepoint possibly remaking Metal Gear Solid/Bloodborne, & Metroid Dread fighting for it's survival against Emulation & Kotaku!In this weeks episode, Alfonso & Joe discuss both the struggles and benefits to completing a game to 100%. Either from personal experience, or live studio audience members, they are taking on Persona 5 Royal, Skyrim and even World of Warcraft! Bluepoint Games, is rumored to be developing a new remake! With rumblings of Metal Gear Solid and Bloodborne possibly getting a facelift, our duo picks sides, for the choice they would rather see become realized!Finally, Metroid Dread is crushing the early reviews, but Samus faces a new challenge as Emulation threatens her chance at a successful c...2021-10-1559 minStatus EffectEpisode #1: Welcome to Status Effect! OLED Switch vs Steam Deck? Is Deathloop Game of the Year?Welcome Everyone, to Status Effect! A New Gaming and Pop Culture Podcast hosted by Joe Roman and Alfonso Marquez.Real life friends and video game enthusiasts, Joe & Alfonso introduce themselves to the world! Ready to share their insights, passions, & knowledge, these two focus on the emotions that are created, when experiencing some of the greatest titles of all time. Quick with a laugh, and faster with a debate, sit-in on some of the most thought provoking dialogue surrounding the industry.The term status effect can be applied both to changes that provide a c...2021-10-0841 min