Is There Still a Place for Ali G in 2026?
In 2002, I went on my first ever date. Through a spectacular lack of decision-making, we somehow ended up going to see Ali G Indahouse. At this point, I wasn’t familiar with […]
RIP Peter Cullen
It feels like every day this year gives us something else to grieve. I’m well aware that, as we get older, the world inevitably takes a little more from us. It’s the […]
RIP Tim Curry
Fuck, 2026 has been a rough one. It feels like incredible talents are shedding their mortal coils at a rate we haven’t seen since 2016. Just as we begin to get over […]
How can Karlach still love?
Good evening, all. Come, join me by this tavern’s fireplace and let the heat help you relax… Have you ever heard the tale of Karlach Cliffgate? The mighty hero who, according to […]
What Poker Players Can Learn From Real Time Strategy Games
In August 2019 a program called AlphaStar reached Grandmaster rank in StarCraft II and finished above 99.8% of ranked human accounts. A month earlier, a separate lab had beaten six professionals at […]
Using Roleplay to Discover Our True Self
I love a good TTRPG. There is nothing quite like one. As much as I love video games and VR, there is something uniquely immersive about the shared experience of a tabletop […]
When Is the Best Time to Visit Antarctica ?
Antarctica has no permanent residents and no ordinary tourist season, but it does have a strict operating window. Ships and flights only run from late October through March, when the Southern Hemisphere’s […]
Edge Runners Season 2 Looks Epic
You all know I was a huge fan of the first season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. That show got me through a very tough period of night shifts, while Cyberpunk 2077 became a […]
Nerdgeists Top 10 Fictional Cults
For some videos over on our partner YouTube channel, I had the pleasure of researching a certain fictional cult, and it got me thinking: what are my favourite cults in fiction? So, […]
Is the GTA 6 Leek a Modern Robin Hood or Just a Bunch of Charlatans?
I will make this clear from the start: I do not like Rockstar Games. I’ve talked before on social media about how I believe their layoffs are a net negative for the […]
How Did I Miss That Golden Axe Got an Animated Series?!
How the hell did I miss that Golden Axe — the first game I ever completed — is getting an animated series?! And this isn’t some tiny production quietly being thrown together […]
Yo Ho Ho, It’s a Piracy Life for Me: How Piracy Helped Preserve Art
Growing up in the 90s and 00s, I can easily recall the infamous anti-piracy advert telling us that we wouldn’t steal a car, wouldn’t steal a handbag and wouldn’t steal a television. […]
Is Star Citizen Finally Dead?
I remember sitting at a house party in some dingy field way back in 2012, when my mate — half-cut on vodka and high as a kite — confidently told me that […]
Why Do We Follow Tyrants? Exploring the Psychology of Tiamat
Welcome back to the newest video from The Congruent Chronicler, and the second part of our exploration of the Queen of Dragons herself: Tiamat. Last time, we explored Tiamat’s history, her incredible […]
RIP Hayden Panettiere
I’m writing this one with a heavy heart. RIP to the wonderful Hayden Panettiere. Hayden Panettiere had quite the Hollywood career, appearing on screen from just 11 months old. Her full-time acting […]
Rolling With The In Crowd
A few months ago, I spoke about the collective comedy chaos that is It’s Your Role — London’s best and, to the best of my knowledge, only interactive Dungeons & Dragons show. […]
Who Is Tiamat? Exploring the History of D&D’s Queen of Dragons
Tiamat is undoubtedly one of the most infamous villains in all of Dungeons & Dragons. But, dear traveller, what if she is not a villain at all? What if she is the […]
World’s Lair Is Teasing Something — Could It Be Returning for 2026?
Last August, I lied to my employer and called in sick while sitting in Belfast City Airport. Why, you might ask? Well, the TTRPG pantheon had called to me. They spoke of […]
Dublin Comic Con – Bigger, Better and Full of Gunpla
In Dublin’s fair city,Where the cosplays are pretty… Okay, I promise that’s the last Molly Malone reference. You all know I love making my bi-yearly pilgrimage to Dublin Comic Con, and every […]
Lanterns Offsite SDCC 2026 Review
In recent years, HBO has set the standard for offsites at San Diego Comic Con. Their activations for The Penguin and Peacemaker have completely immersed fans in the worlds of the shows […]
The August list
Wondering how to pass your time this summer? Nerdgeist has you covered. With plenty to see, do, read, play, etc, check out our August agenda. See: Coyote vs Acme Probably the most […]
RIP Glen Hansard
This one hit me like a gut punch. Irish music legend Glen Hansard has been confirmed dead at the age of 56 following a tragic motorcycle crash. Glen embodied that uniquely Irish […]
Hulu Animayhem Offsite SDCC 2026 Review
Hulu Animayhem has become a strong staple at San Diego Comic Con, each year bringing fans interactive experiences, cool photos, and exclusive swag. For Comic Con 2026, they returned to highlight two […]
The Psychology of the Drider | Dungeons & Dragons
In this latest episode of The Congruent Chronicler, we explore the tragic story of the drider, one of the most misunderstood creatures in Dungeons & Dragons. We examine their origins, the different […]
Percy Jackson Offsite SDCC 2026 Review
In 2025, Disney, in collaboration with 15|40 Productions, delivered one of the best offsites, at SDCC with their Percy Jackson experience so they had big shoes to fill this year when they […]
Fandom Party SDCC 2026 Review
Always the hottest ticket in town, Fandom returned this year with another fantastic event that treated fans to fun experiences, photo opportunities, appetisers and drinks, and a rock concert. The party was […]
Adult Swim Offsite SDCC 2026 Review
Always the most fun offsite of Comic Con, Adult Swim made a triumphant return to SDCC this year. First up fans can enter the Rick and Morty Rambler – a fairground ride […]
Nickelodeon brings the fun to SDCC 2026 with immersive offsite
Nickelodeon is returning to Comic Con this year, launching their “Fun Flows Here” offsite. Ideal for all ages, the activation promises to have immersive experiences that cover all your favourite Nickelodeon shows. […]
The Psychology Behind the Death of Physical Media
The world is changing, and with every year that passes we lose a little more of the things we grew up with. It now looks increasingly likely that physical media could become […]
HBO Max brings two offsites to SDCC 2026. 
For the past two years HBO Max have been responsible for the most fun and immersive offsites at San Diego Comic Con. Fresh off the success of last year’s Peacefest, HBO Max […]
25 Years of Final Fantasy X
19 July 2001 is one of the most legendary release days in video game history. It was the day Final Fantasy X was first properly introduced to the world. I was in […]
Disney makes exciting return to SDCC 2026 with must-do offsites
Disney offsites are always at the top of SDCC attendees lists and from the first look they’ve provided at this years offerings we’re sure 2026 will be no different! Disney will be […]
What is Grief?
In my latest video, I explore the nature of grief through a guided meditation. Lately, I’ve found myself wondering why we grieve. It’s a question that’s been on my mind a lot, […]
Digital Gaming Is Costing Us More Than Ownership
Physical Games Were Never Just About the Games One of my earliest gaming memories is me and my childhood best friend, William, spending hours playing Street Fighter II at my house or […]
Paramount+ Lodge returning to SDCC 2026
Our favourite offsite is returning once again to San Diego Comic Con! Paramount+ Lodge has become a staple at SDCC, offering fans immersive experiences, themed food and beverage, unique photo ops and […]
Can Tabletop RPGs Make Us More Empathetic?
Can rolling dice really make us more empathetic? In the fourth instalment of my series exploring the psychology of tabletop role-playing games, I take a closer look at empathy—what it is, why […]
The Green Lantern Corps Has 7,200 Members… Jon Del Arroz Only Knows One
In another baffling post online, writer, pundit, and man accused of domestic abuse, Jon Del Arroz once again proves that he not only doesn’t know what he’s talking about, but also seems […]
Forget the World Cup—RWBY Is Finally Back!
While much of the world is celebrating the return of the World Cup, the more refined among us have something else to look forward to: the long-awaited return of RWBY. Pronounced “Ruby,” […]
The July list
The sun is officially out and summer is in full swing. That means a brand new month of things to do. Check out our list of what should be in your diary […]
A Conversation with Hannah Hebblethwaite | Gaming, Voice Acting & Inspiration
Join me as I sit down with award-winning voice actor Hannah Hebblethwaite to talk about her journey into the industry, the craft of bringing characters to life, and the games that shaped […]
Adult Swim on the Green to return to SDCC 2026
Some greats news for SDCC attendees today as Adult Swim have announced that they will be bringing their beloved offsite, Adult Swim on the Green, back to Comic Can this year. As […]
Fandom Party returns to SDCC 2026
Our favourite Comic Con party is back for its ninth year! That’s right, Fandom is once again throwing one of San Diego Comic-Con week’s biggest events. The Fandom Party will take place […]
Why Persona 5 Resonates in the 2020s
Persona 5 isn’t just a stylish JRPG—it’s a fantasy about reclaiming agency in a world that often feels beyond our control. Through the story of the Phantom Thieves, players confront abusive teachers, […]
Interview with D S Sangster and D J Sangster – authors of Hell Space
On 28th June, the first novel in epic sci-fi saga series Hell Space will be released by father-son duo D J and D S Sangster. We’ve already reviewed the book here, and […]
Force of Extinction Might Be the Next Great Indie TTRPG
If you’ve been following Nerdgeist for a while, you’ll know I’ve been hyping Force of Extinction ever since I first played it back in August 2025. If you haven’t heard of it […]
Why do we fail?
Eleven days ago, I got some bad news, and it really knocked me for a loop. For twenty-four hours I spiralled. I skipped the gym and sat at home surviving on Walkers […]
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