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OH!CON 2024 Nerd Debates Part 2: Retro & Star Trek Showdowns

OH!CON 2024 Nerd Debates Part 2: Retro & Star Trek Showdowns

Update: 2024-10-25
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OH!CAST at OH!CON 2024 continues the quest. We are settling the greatest nerd debates of all time. Consequently, this is Part 2 of the interviews. This section dives deep into retro gaming, horror, and Star Trek lore.


The Quest to Settle the OH!CON 2024 Nerd Debates


Welcome back to OH!CON 2024! The OH!CAST team has a massive goal. We are determined to settle the biggest nerd debates that have been raging for decades. This is the definitive second part of our quest. For instance, we will find final answers on questions like Freddy or Jason and who truly wins the retro console war. This entire project is designed to bring unity to the nerd community.


Retro Gaming Wars: Sega vs. Nintendo


We first dive into retro gaming history. John, an OH!CON stalwart, returns to the mic. He shares his deep love for the Mega Drive and Sonic 3. He is especially impressive because he knew Michael Jackson helped compose the music. Furthermore, the Sega vs. Nintendo debate still rages on! Many attendees are split on the best console. We also explore the near-impossibility of finishing the classic Game Gear title, Echo. Therefore, we crown the toughest retro game ever. The game's battery life was simply too short for its length, making completion a massive challenge.


Sci-Fi and Horror Showdowns


Next, we tackle classic horror and sci-fi showdowns. For instance, who ultimately wins: Freddy or Jason? We also pose a very specific Star Trek question. Who wins if Captain Picard and James T. Kirk wrestle to the death in lukewarm porridge? We concluded that Picard is the victor. Why? Because he is British, and therefore, he fights better in porridge than an American could ever manage. Similarly, many noted his lack of hair would make him extra slippery in the porridge combat! These are, after all, the important questions.


The Ultimate Dance-Off Conclusion


Finally, we settle the iconic Robocop and Terminator dance-off! Robocop ultimately wins this round. His winning move? He throws down the classic robot dance. The unexpected soundtrack? Surprisingly, it is the classic Pokémon theme song. This result provides a fun resolution to one of the biggest OH!CON 2024 nerd debates.

So, with this second set of OH!CON 2024 nerd debates officially closed, we've compiled a fascinating set of definitive answers. Look for more OH!CAST content soon! We hope these two parts finally bring peace to the galaxy.


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OH!CON 2024 Nerd Debates Part 2: Retro & Star Trek Showdowns

OH!CON 2024 Nerd Debates Part 2: Retro & Star Trek Showdowns