Tech Girl Talks

Playstation has announced they'll no longer produce physical discs for games at the start of 2028. While it might no seem like a big deal, for gamers in developing and smaller regions, it kind of sucks. Here's why.

On this episode of Loading In with ASUS ROG, we are joined b Jamppi! Currently the IGL for Team Vitality's Valorant squad, Jamppi’s journey is a fun one. From his early days as a rising prodigy in Counter-Strike to competing on the world stage at Valorant Masters, he has seen it all. We dive deep into his roots in Finland, how his family shaped his gaming career, the exact moment he decided to...

In this episode of Loading In with ASUS ROG, the legendary  @BanKseSports  joins me fresh from the IEM Cologne Major. After working an incredible 9 Counter-Strike Majors in a row, James experienced this one purely as a fan. We dive deep into his thoughts on Cologne, the grind of the competitive scene, and take a nostalgic look back at the legendary games, from Counter-Strike to Metal Gear Solid, t...

IEM Cologne Major 2026 is officially wrapped. To make sense of the absolute madness, Thorin and Hawka join me on this episode of Feed the Trolls to recap everything that went down in the LANXESS Arena. Did your Pick'ems survive? Recorded 25/06/2026Timestamps:00:00 The Hype Is Real: Cologne Major Kickoff03:00 Ruining My Pick'ems (Bold Predictions Time)05:53 The Karrigan Effect: Big Brain Le...

How much does the hardware inside your rig actually change the way you experience games and life? In this episode of LOADING IN, I sit down with Andrew Batu from NVIDIA to unpack the evolution of gaming technology. From growing up with retro classics to working at the forefront of the GPU revolution, Andrew shares his accidental career path into the gaming industry, how he balances a demanding job...

What was the first video game Nasty C ever played? 🎮 In Episode 2 of Loading In, Sam "Tech Girl" Wright sits down with South African hip-hop royalty, Nasty C, to explore his secret life behind the controller. From playing Snake and Sega as a kid to becoming the official face of Call of Duty Mobile, Nasty C opens up about how gaming serves as his ultimate mental escape from fame. In this...

I originally made a video for ASUS ROG to promote their new OLED Gaming Monitors, but it made me realise a lot of the issues we have with these monitors aren't discussed. So here's a bit about burn in and how ROG tries to circumnavigate it. Hopefully you find some use in it.

Is North American Counter-Strike officially dead? In this episode of Feed The Trolls, @Thooorin and I are joined by @vooCSGO to dissect the current state of NA CS. We dive deep into Team Liquid's recent downfall, why NRG has been a disappointment, and the controversial take on why Siuhy might be the problem. With NA CS talent at an all-time low, who is to blame? More importantly, we discuss th...

Episode 1 of Loading In is here. First guest in Sonic. I'm really excited for where this series is going to go and I hope you enjoy it. A few audio issues & Elgato Cam Link issues, but I'm working on getting those rectified for the next episode. #cs2 #asusrog Timestamps: 00:00 What is Loading In? 02:16 AMD Advanced02:20 Sonic on NRG's Major loss07:02 The game that started it all12:...

Cologne Major preview but its really just  @Thooorin  trolling  @teddcs  while I giggle. #cs2esports #iemcologne Recorded 28 May 2026Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & Fashion Choices00:58 Stage 1 Cologne Major Preview12:38 Can Spirit beat Vitality?20:29 NAVI current strengths and challenges30:25 Karrigan's impact on Falcons40:13 Psychology of beating Vitality46:20 FURIA50:15 Upset teamsJoin...

By now you've seen that video from  @Heccu  (here if you haven't https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAVxdRkHvuU). In it she asks if she should leave the CS scene and shares some struggles with getting hired.  @Thooorin  & I join her to discuss why she released the video and speak a bit more about the struggles for esports talent in the space. Apologies for the bad camera and sound issues...

How the hell is roster mania happening BEFORE the Cologne Major?  @Mauisnake  is joining  @Thooorin  and I to break down all the changes and figure out what the hell MOUZ was even thinking. Recorded 23 April 2026#cs2esports #cs2 #MOUZ #FalleN00:00 IEM Rio unleases roster mania02:24 FalleN announces retirement07:11 FaZe - What now?21:46 WTAF MOUZ24:44 Xertion to IGL39:53 MOUZ roster change49:11 Jim...

I recently learnt that people are using AI to source make believe companionship. I've spent some time trying to wrap my head around the idea and I'm struggling. Is this really the future of companionship?

Falcons number 1 fan kassad (lol) jumped on to this episode of Feed The Trolls to break down the rumour that karrigan is heading to Falcons after IEM Rio. We go into EVERYTHING. This one is spicy so buckle up. Recorded 14 April 2026#cs2 #cs2esports #karrigan 00:00 kassad's emotional investment in Falcons02:51 karrigan to Falcons10:41 FaZe down14:02 How has zonic survived20:14 karrigan niKo Zon...

In esports, going pro young sounds like the dream… but what happens after you make it? In this video, I sit down with  @styko  (former Counter-Strike pro turned content creator) to talk about the real challenges young players face when they enter the professional scene. From handling big salaries at a young age, to navigating team dynamics, pressure, and communication, t’s not as simple as just be...

I don't even think we had a chance to chat about broky in this one. There was so much more to unpack. All our thoughts on FaZe with NER0 joining Thorin and I. Remember to check out santam.co.za to protect your tech. They cover everything from your smart watch to your vehicle. #ad #cs2 #cs2esports 00:00 Sam talks 2 x speed when annoyed01:13 Santam shout out01:46 What the hell happened to FaZe09...

The most controversial Counter-Strike topic right now, according to you.  @RLewisReports   @Thooorin  and I have the chat. Santam covers everything from your car to your laptop to your smart watch. Your tech is expensive, treat it that way. Visit santam.co.za #ad 00:00 Episode 6901:17 Santam Call Out 01:48 CS Tournament costs and revenue streams06:33 Sponsorship in esports26:38 Gambling sponsors41...

Would you drop your kid at a mall at 7pm with no supervision and pick them up at 10?No? Then why are you leaving them online unsupervised? A friend made a video about #764 one of the most disturbing predator networks on the internet and I followed up with some thoughts on exactly what parents can do about it. Because "I don't understand gaming" is no longer good enough.

MOUZ's loss of form is raising eyebrows. Could the "boring" playoff team be on the decline? Anders is with Thorin and I to discuss. #cs2esports #MOUZRecorded 16 March 202600:00 Anders tech trouble03:16 MOUZ Aura-less06:28 Is consistency enough? The Pimp debate15:58 Map Pool Challenges21:30 MOUZ recent results27:59 Does MOUZ play boring Counter-Strike32:12 Roster changes37:06 Brollan...

A recent study backed by Xsolla took a look at the state of esports in South Africa. But when you dig into the details, some of the information feels outdated and a lot of the context around the local ecosystem is missing. In this Flash Bang episode, Sam “Tech Girl” Wright breaks down why reports like this can sometimes paint an incomplete picture of emerging esports regions. A quick take on why d...

“AI gaming laptop” has quickly become one of the biggest buzzwords in gaming hardware marketing. But what does it actually mean? In this Flash Bang episode, Sam “Tech Girl” Wright breaks down the technology behind AI gaming laptops: from NPUs and system optimisation to how AI is being used to improve gaming performance and efficiency. A quick explainer on what’s real, what’s marketing, and what ga...

Everyone talks about mobile as the future of esports in South Africa. But spend five minutes looking at the actual scene and the cracks start to show pretty quickly. In this Flash Bang episode, Sam “Tech Girl” Wright looks at what’s really holding mobile esports back in South Africa and why fixing it is more complicated than simply getting more people online. A quick, honest take on the current st...

High school esports programs are taking off in North America and Europe but are they actually working, and what does that mean for developing regions trying to follow the same path? In this Flash Bang episode, Sam "Tech Girl" Wright looks at the real problems with high school esports and why the model isn't as straightforward as it seems. From structural challenges to the unique pres...

The title sums up most of this episode.  @styko  joins  @Thooorin  and I to discuss why Team Liquid cannot seem to make it work... and what the addition of Malbs may or may not change. #teamliquid #cs2esports STYKO's original Liquid video: https://youtu.be/C7IWRrgzeEs?si=dQ9Kvy4J0eBSm9aeRecorded 17 March 202600:00 What is happening at Team Liquid06:44 Communication issues?10:00 Coaching challe...

In this Flash Bang episode, Sam "Tech Girl" Wright breaks down what's really going on with esports in South Africa right now: shrinking tournaments, fewer opportunities for players, and the very real pressure that global publishers and international structures put on smaller regions like ours. Is the local scene dying, or just changing in ways nobody's paying attention to yet? Sa...