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My New YouTube Channel! (RV/JR)

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After starting this website (GeekwithEnvy) a decade ago, I always had the idea of starting a YouTube channel to compliment this site. It has been something that I have really wanted to do. With work and changes going on in my life, I didn’t know if I could find the time. Because of this, didn’t know if I could translate my content into video format.

The early days of the website

I have spent a fair amount of time focusing on my website in the early years. In addition, I strived to make the content not only accurate but useful or fun. I’ll admit that I haven’t been keeping it as fresh as I would like; I need to spend some time putting up new content. There is plenty to choose from! I have found some solutions to problems in the IT world that I think would genuinely help some people out there.

Why Not?

The idea of creating video content has persisted and I have finally decided to go for it! “Why not?”, I said to myself. The content is going to be about technology both newer and older, like “Retro-Tech”. I have some ideas for showcasing plenty of software too. I plan on doing some mini documentary or historical overview style videos as well. In fact, one of my first videos is about the Sega Master System, a favorite 8-bit console of mine.

Inspirational people

I feel inspired quite often and I have a lot of content planned for the channel. Other great youtuber’s have most definitely had an influence on me. I gravitate to these geeky/techy channels immediately.

  • Clint Basinger (LGR), has done a fantastic job over the years, a true inspiration really. Firstly, his “radio-perfect” voice overs are awesome, that voice is instantly recognizable. Secondly, his enthusiastic way of narration, and truly poetic scripting, is something that anyone could easily appreciate.

  • VWestlife, has always surprised me with something great that I wasn’t expecting a video about. I always end up enjoying the result of his findings and unique critical takes on a variety of tech.

  • The 8-Bit Guy, has not only produced incredible content but has released a few games of his own! His full on documentary videos are a treasure trove of geeky information. He puts a lot of research and hard work into his videos. As a result, his series on the commodore (IMHO) is a masterpiece.

  • Shannon Morse, as a host on Hak5, TWiT, Tekzilla, her own channel and more, she has been sharing her love for technology for years. It has been inspiring watching her take a foothold in tech media, something I have often aspired to do myself.

  • Dianna Cowern (Physics Girl), has been so much fun to watch as she evolves her science education channel. I love this kind of content! Her presentation style is excellent and I find myself wanting to take notes while watching. She has a great way of engaging the viewer and leaving you feeling like you’ve gained +100 intelligence points when the video ends. Her excitement is on full display when she is going over topics she enjoys and it makes me want to create content that I enjoy as well.

Introducing, RV-JR

So, with all of that said, here it is. My project unveiled. I hope you will consider subscribing and join me as I start out on a new YouTube adventure!

Nintendo’s Mini NES Website

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Nintendo Mini NES console

Nintendo has officially launched the website for it’s new mini NES console. It looks amazing as they have recaptured the classic gaming era of the 80’s. You can check out the new website here .

Alright, so if you don’t know already, Nintendo has announced that they will be releasing a new mini classic NES system that will come with one “classic” controller and 30 greatest hit games from the original Nintendo console which was released in North America in 1985. The console will connect to your tv via HDMI.

For those of us who grew up playing the NES console, this is a great way to enjoy our favorite games from our childhood. Plus, we won’t have to blow into any cartridges!
This mini console will be available for purchase on November 11th 2016.

Here’s what comes in the box.

-NES Classic Edition system
-One NES Classic Controller
-HDMI cable
-AC adapter
-30 pre-installed games

Warcraft: Orcs and Humans Cheat Codes

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Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, the first of Blizzard’s real-time strategy games, is absolutely a great classic. If you love these types of games and don’t mind playing something old, then this is a great place to start.

Warcraft: Orcs & Humans is the real-time fantasy strategy game from Blizzard Entertainment that quickly became a best seller. Warcraft has not only become a classic, winning many awards, but it has set new standards for multiplayer games. Set in the mythic kingdom of Azeroth, players are given the task of maintaining a thriving economy while building a war machine with which to destroy the enemy. – Blizzard Entertainment.

Warcraft: Orcs and Humans Box Art
Warcraft: Orcs & Humans Box Art (Copyright 1994 Blizzard Entertainment)

Code: Effect:
orc# Any Orc Level # (1-12)
human# Any Human Level # (1-12)
pot of gold 10000 Gold and 5000 Lumber
eye of newt All Spells
iron forge All Upgrades
corwin of amber God Mode, Instant Win/Loss, Level Skip
ides of march Brings player to final campaign sequence
there can only be one Invulnerable Units and do 255 damage
crushing defeat Lose Current Mission
sally shears See Entire Map
yours truly Fast Building / Training
hurry up guys Win Mission

Age of Empires II: Age of Kings Cheat Codes

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Age of Empires II is the sequel to the award-winning, best-selling real-time strategy game Age of Empires. Explore new maps, units, and scenarios in this all-time classic RTS. If you love these types of games and have never played Age of Empires II, I highly recommend it! You don’t have to buy the original game as you can head to Steam and download the HD version there.

If you want to enter in any of these cheat codes for Age of Empires II: Age of Kings, press enter and then type in the code.

Age of Empires II Box Art Age of Kings
Age of Empires II: Age of Kings Box Art (Copyright 1999 Ensemble Studios / Microsoft )

Code: Effect:
 !nomute  Undoes the !mute code
 resign  Instant Lose
 i r winner  Instant Victory

!mute

  Will not hear any taunts
natural wonders  Control the Animals
 I love the monkey head A VDML man will appear at your Town Center 
 marco  Full Map
 polo  No Shadows
 black death  Kill All Opponents
 wimpywimpywimpy  Commit Suicide
 how do you turn this on  Cobra Car
 to smithereens Saboteur Unit 
 aegis  Build Fast
 furious the monkey boy  Furious the Monkey Boy
 lumberjack  1000 wood
 robin hood  1000 Gold
 cheese steak jimmy’s  1000 Food
 rock on 1000 Stone

Hearthstone Grand Tournament Release Date

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HearthStone Grand Tournament Logo

Attention all Hearthstone fans! The release date for the Grand Tournament has been officially announced by Blizzard. The latest update to Blizzard’s wildly successful online collectable card game, Hearthstone, will officially arrive on August 24.

  • The only exception to this date is Asia, which will be able to play Hearthstone, Grand Tournament on August 25.

The Grand Tournament will feature an brand new game mechanic called Inspire. When you use your Hero Power you will trigger Inspire which in turn will provide you with a benefit like stat gains, additional minions, new abilities and much more. What happens with inspire is all based on the description of the particular card you’re playing. Ultimately, Inspire will now give you more reasons to use your Hero Power and provide a new way for you to defeat your enemies.

Grand Tournament will bring with it 132 new cards to the game, which will now provide players with a reason to spend all of that gold and dust that they have been hanging on to. Along with the new cards there will be a new board to play on and a new game mechanic called Jousting. This new mechanic will have players draw and reveal one card from their decks, the player who draws the higher cost card will be the winner. If you drew the joust card and win, then you will gain the additional benefit from that card’s description.

This is Hearthstone’s second major expansion and it looks to be a lot of fun. For complete information head to Blizzard’s Hearthstone Grand Tournament page.