Angry Video Game Nerd Season 11 Episode 10 Charlie's Angels

In "Charlie's Angels," the final episode of the eleventh season of Angry Video Game Nerd, the titular Nerd faces off against the 2003 video game adaptation of the film of the same name. The game, developed by Neko Entertainment and published by Ubisoft, puts players in the shoes of the three female protagonists (played by Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu in the movie) as they fight their way through a variety of levels inspired by the film's plot.

The segment kicks off with the Nerd explaining his love for the original Charlie's Angels TV series from the '70s, which he grew up watching and which he praises for its campy, over-the-top action and goofy humor. By contrast, the 2003 movie and its accompanying video game are a much more serious affair, attempting to blend gritty action with slick visuals and a sleek modern vibe.

The Nerd starts by playing through the game's lengthy tutorial level, which introduces players to the basic mechanics of each character and how to switch between them on the fly. The problem, however, is that the controls are clunky and unintuitive, requiring a lot of button presses and confusing button combinations. This makes even the most basic actions, like jumping or shooting, a frustrating exercise in trial and error.

Moreover, the game's camera is also a major issue, with a fixed angle that often obscures the action or makes it hard to see where the player needs to go next. This leads to a lot of cheap deaths, especially in the game's later levels, where the difficulty ramps up considerably.

The Nerd also takes issue with the game's graphics and sound design, which he finds mediocre at best. The levels are bland and uninspired, with generic enemies and predictable level design that fails to capture the spirit of the movie. The music is similarly forgettable, with forgettable tracks that add little to the game's overall atmosphere or tone.

As he progresses through the game, the Nerd becomes increasingly exasperated with its myriad flaws, which only seem to compound with each passing minute. He also takes the opportunity to compare the game to the movie, pointing out how much more enjoyable the latter is despite its flaws.

He concludes the episode by offering his final verdict on Charlie's Angels, summarizing his thoughts on the game and explaining why it ultimately falls short of its potential. Despite his frustration and disappointment, however, he remains optimistic about the future of the Angry Video Game Nerd and committed to exposing the worst games the industry has to offer.