• Episode #50: Giveaway Time!
    Jun 16 2023

    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 for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    19 mins
  • Episode #49: NYC Air Quality, Apple Vision Pro, & Your Last Chance for Giveaway Entries!
    Jun 11 2023

    Hey everyone!

    Apologies for the late upload! It’s been a crazy week!

    Also, 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 WWDC! This new headset is setting the internet on fire! Is it the future or should it get added to the pile of overpriced tech!? Joe and Alfonso go over the specs and discuss how they're feeling about this new entry!

    Finally, this is your LAST opportunity to gain bonus entries in our GIVEAWAY! Make sure to listen and dm us on instagram the phrase of the week and your answer to the question of the week! Good luck everyone!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode #48: Nintendon't Want Emulation, Street Fighter 6 & Diablo 4 Hype Level Checks, and The PlayStation Showcase!
    Jun 2 2023

    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 the standout showings and questionable reveals!

    For reference:
    https://blog.playstation.com/2023/05/24/playstation-showcase-recap-everything-announced-at-todays-show/

    Remember to tune in to find out more about our giveaway! Only 2 weeks remaining to gain more chances to win!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Episode #47: MGS 3 Remake, Mortal Kombat 1?, and The SPOILERCAST for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3!
    May 26 2023

    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 from over!

    Remember to tune in to find out more about our giveaway!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Episode #46: Upcoming Releases, The Steam Deck vs. The ASUS ROG Ally , & Giveaway Details!
    May 19 2023

    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!

    Here is the article for reference:
    https://www.ign.com/articles/asus-rog-ally-vs-steam-deck-which-is-better

    And finally we’ve got deets about our 50TH EPISODE giveaway! So stay tuned!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Episode #45: The Writer's Strike Fallout, Joe's Review of Guardians Vol. 3, & Listener Questions!
    May 12 2023

    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 Article
    NPR Article

    Next, 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 questions!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Episode #44: The Hollywood Writers Strike & An Axe to Grind with Broken @ss Games!
    May 7 2023

    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 grind with the state of unfinished and unpolished games, so let's get sharpening!

    Lastly, we have a very special announcement! So stay tuned to find out more!

    What are your thoughts?! Feel free to reach out to us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode #43: Our Thoughts on "The Best-ish Final Bosses in Games"
    Apr 28 2023

    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 us at statuseffectpc on Instagram or email us at statuseffectpc@gmail.com!

    Time for us to find out... WHAT'S YOUR STATUS?!

    As always, we want to give a huge shout out to Consoul Musical Group for the amazing intro and outro theme music for our episodes! Based out of Brooklyn NY, this group performs some of the best video game theme music, all with a smooth jazz groove. If you're interested in hearing more from this fantastic group, head on over to Consoul.nyc or check out their albums on Bandcamp!


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    1 hr and 31 mins