{"id":1696,"date":"2023-01-10T10:41:02","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T10:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/?p=1696"},"modified":"2023-01-10T10:41:02","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T10:41:02","slug":"geek-out-embrace-your-inner-nerd-with-sandton-central","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/geek-out-embrace-your-inner-nerd-with-sandton-central\/","title":{"rendered":"Geek Out: Embrace Your Inner Nerd with Sandton Central!"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s 2023. \u201cGeek\u201d isn\u2019t a schoolyard insult anymore \u2013 it\u2019s a way of life! Over the past 20 years, franchises like Star Wars and Marvel have gone from being the domain of the quiet kid sitting at the back of the class to multi-billion-dollar entertainment empires that everyone seems to have an opinion about.<\/p>\n

The gaming and eSports industry is producing some of the world\u2019s most-watched tournaments, and fantasy novels like Lord of The Rings are getting picked up by streaming services to create blockbuster content that\u2019s all anybody can talk about come Monday morning.<\/p>\n

Gone are the days of the apathetic, detached \u201ccool guy.\u201d Now is the era of the enthusiastic dork, ready to wear their love for escapism and magic on their sleeve and be unashamed of their (admittedly awesome) interests. At Sandton Central, we\u2019re 100% on \u201cTeam Nerd,\u201d and we\u2019re not afraid to let our geek flag fly! Here are some ways you can embrace your inner nerd at Sandton Central:<\/p>\n

Get technical at Incredible Connection<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Have you ever wanted to beef up your computer to its optimal capacity to max out those graphics and enable the ultimate in rendering, gaming and browsing? Then\u00a0Incredible Connection<\/a>\u00a0in Sandton City is the place to be!<\/p>\n

From basic PC set-ups for the absolute beginner to advanced computer building components and exciting new stock at the forefront of computing innovation, this place has everything you might need to fulfil your dreams of owning the ultimate machine. The team are all exceptionally clued-up, too, so if you have any technical questions, they\u2019ll be more than happy to give you the guidance you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n

Unleash your inner gamer at BT Games<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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YOU<\/em> can be the hero when you shop at\u00a0BT Games<\/a>\u00a0to get all the latest gaming releases for PC and console, as well as gaming accessories and cool gamer merch. Officially dubbed \u201cSouth Africa\u2019s Favourite Gaming Store,\u201d BT Games is passionate about everything gaming.<\/p>\n

The staff at this store will always have the latest gaming news on hand, so stop by the counter at BT Games to hear what\u2019s up and coming in the virtual world in 2023 and let the experts recommend a game you\u2019ll be sure to enjoy.<\/p>\n

Watch your way to wonderment at Ster Kinekor<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Nothing signifies being deep into nerd culture like getting absolutely lost in a narrative, and what better way to watch movies than in the cinema?\u00a0Ster Kinekor at Sandton City<\/a>\u00a0has loads of luxurious, well-appointed cinemas that make going to the movies feel like a journey in itself.<\/p>\n

Choose your fandom, grab yourself a bucket of popcorn, kick back and get lost in the stories you love. If you\u2019re feeling brave, have a little extra fun by cosplaying as your favourite fictional character for a premiere you\u2019ve been anticipating!<\/p>\n

Bring entertainment wherever you go with the Nintendo Switch Pop-up Zone!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Grab the latest in portable gaming technology when you buy a Nintendo Switch from the\u00a0Nintendo Switch Pop-up Zone!<\/a>\u00a0This nifty pop-up is an authorised distributor of Nintendo Switch consoles, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 2DS, Amiibo, games and accessories. Making it perfect for gearing up to get gaming on the go.<\/p>\n

Nintendo has taken the world by storm these past few years with its consistently innovative technology, and many Nintendo Switch-exclusive releases have been hailed as the top games of 2022. If you\u2019re excited to learn more about all the exciting features unique to Nintendo consoles, this pop-up store is the perfect place to enquire. Be wary though \u2013 you might just find yourself leaving with a brand-new console in hand.<\/p>\n

So tape up those glasses, snap those suspenders and start the year on a nerdy foot with Sandton Central, because there\u2019s nothing more satisfying than being proud of who you are and what you love! Our community is welcoming of everyone, and we try to ensure there\u2019s something in our area to satisfy every hobby, interest and passion. 2023 is the year of the geek, and Sandton Central can\u2019t wait to get in on the action!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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