Grant Johnson, Author at The Nerd Stash

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Lover of all things entertainment and tech, Grant has been gaming since before he could ride a bicycle. His passion for all things entertainment has lead him in a multitude of directions, including working on a indie horror movie set, assisting in concert builds for chart-topping artists, and co-DJ'ing an online college radio show. He is known to marathon movies by the same director or studio until 2 AM and then start "just one more". His (ever-growing) gamerscore is bound to cross the 200,000 mark soon. In his free time he enjoys fiddling with electronics or analog cameras, giving an unnecessary amount of affection to his fluffy, little black cat or spending time with his wonderful girlfriend. He hails from the 'Land of Lincoln'.

Pokemon Unite: How to Upgrade Items

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 23, 2021In: Android, Features, Gaming, iOS, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guide, Pokémon UniteNo Comments

Do you want to be the very best? That no one ever was? Pokemon Unite is finally here and trainers everywhere are flocking to the new MOBA to prove their Poke-superiority. One very important part of the new game is choosing the correct items for your Pokemon to hold. These items allow for stat upgrades […] Read more

The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD: How to Equip, Use the Shield

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 21, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guide, Skyward Sword HDNo Comments

Working your way through the various dungeons and locales of the Switch re-release of The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword you may be left wondering – how do I equip and use the shield? Link’s shield is, without a doubt, one of the most essential tools you have for taking on Bokoblins, Deku Babas, and […] Read more

The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD: How to Roll

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 21, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guide, Skyward Sword HDNo Comments

As natural as acrobatics are for Link in The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD for Switch, you may be left wondering how to roll. Rolling is incredibly helpful when it comes to taking on enemies and (most importantly) dodging their attacks. Rolling is also necessary if you want to bump into trees and reveal […] Read more

The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD: How to Dive Underwater

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 20, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guide, Skyward Sword HDNo Comments

How can you possibly get Link to dive underwater in The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword remake for Switch? The ability to start “swimming with the fishes” (or Parella, in this case) might not be completely straightforward, but luckily it’s pretty easy to unlock. Diving underwater becomes essential when exploring later dungeons such as the […] Read more

Cris Tales: How to Defeat the Volcano Sisters

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 20, 2021In: Features, Gaming, PC, PS4, Steam, Switch, Xbox OneTags: Cris Tales, GuideNo Comments

How do you defeat that which has no life? This thought may be racing through your head as you take on the ever-powerful Volcano Sisters in the newly-released Cris Tales. Volcano and Galley, the heavily armored enemies you’ll be battling, use tactics that make it seem nearly impossible to take them down. That is unless […] Read more

The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD: Finding Monster Claws

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 16, 2021In: Features, Gaming, Nintendo, SwitchTags: Guide, Skyward Sword HDNo Comments

The HD Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword remake is here and we couldn’t be more excited to be running around the Skyloft again. As you work your way towards mastering the motion controls of Skyward Sword you may realize you have a real need for Monster Claws. With the crafting system in Skyward Sword there’s […] Read more

BitLife: How to Join the Italian Mafia

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 15, 2021In: Android, Features, Gaming, iOS, MobileTags: BitLife, GuideNo Comments

Who doesn’t want to be the next Vito Corleone? If you’re looking to join the Italian Mafia in the mobile game BitLife, then there are a couple of steps you’ll have to follow. Once you are in the Mafia you can do things like whack mobsters, rat on the Family, or even become the Godfather […] Read more

Genshin Impact: Mysterious Voyage Web Event Guide

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 14, 2021In: Android, Features, Gaming, iOS, PC, PS4Tags: Genshin Impact, GuideNo Comments

Genshin Impact‘s Mysterious Voyage web event has officially started and we’re ready to set sail! The event will run from today (7/13) all the way until midnight of 7/20. As long as your Adventure Rank is 10 or above then you are eligible to participate. You can unlock a variety of rewards from the event […] Read more

Fallout 76: Best Locations to Find Cultists

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 12, 2021In: Features, Gaming, PC, PS4, Xbox OneTags: Fallout 76, GuideNo Comments

Have you done your dailies? Daily (and Weekly) Challenges are an essential part of the Fallout 76 experience. That is, if you want to rank up and get yourself some sweet rewards to make life in the wasteland just a little cooler. The S.C.O.R.E. you earn can go a long way in getting you sweet […] Read more

Fallout 76: How to Get Legendary Cores

Posted By: Grant Johnsonon: July 09, 2021In: Features, Gaming, PC, PS4, Xbox OneTags: Fallout 76, GuideNo Comments

Fallout 76‘s newest content addition, Steel Reign, is officially upon us. With it comes every wastelander’s dream – Legendary Crafting. This new system of upgrading can turn even the most ordinary laser rifle into something that could take off a Deathclaw’s head at 300 yards. Legendary Upgrades even come in three tiers, allowing for more […] Read more