Angry Video Game Nerd Season 7 Episode 11 Wish List Part 2 - Bubsy 3D & more!
- December 19, 2013
- 15 min
In the second part of the Wish List, the Angry Video Game Nerd (AVGN) takes on a list of games suggested by his fans. The episode starts with AVGN opening a package containing a Bubsy 3D game, a game that many requested he review. The AVGN describes the game as a "turkey" but admits that it was groundbreaking for its time. He mentions how the game has not aged well, and the poor camera angles and lack of direction made it difficult to play. The AVGN is not a fan of the game but appreciated its legacy and influence on other games.
Next up, the AVGN reviews the game "Mega Man X7," a game version that many felt was a terrible sequel to the original. The AVGN points out that the game is hard to control and has a copious amount of cutscenes, which are frustrating to watch and slow down the gameplay. The game is so hard to play that the AVGN cannot even get past the first level. The AVGN goes on to describe how most of the game's bosses are copies of previous bosses from other games in the series, which is a letdown for longtime fans.
Another game suggested by fans that AVGN takes on is "South Park: Chef's Luv Shack," a game that is a mashup of different popular games from the 90s. The AVGN shreds the game, calling it unfunny and a poorly made game. The AVGN describes how the graphics are terrible, and the gameplay is repetitive and boring. He also notes the lack of creativity in the game, as they just copied the popular games and threw in a few South Park characters.
Finally, the AVGN reviews “Berenstain Bears: Camping Adventure” for the Game Boy Color. After describing the show, he states that it's not surprising to see bad games based on children's shows because many are just cash grabs. The game is another in a long line of poorly made movie/tv show tie-ins. The graphics are terrible, it's hard to control, and the gameplay is boring. The AVGN mentions how it’s frustrating to play a kids' game and still not be able to beat it because of poor mechanics, which disrupts the experience for both adults and children.
In this episode, AVGN displays his impressive gaming skills and his talent for analyzing games for their flaws. His comedic style is on full display as he mocks some of the worst games suggested to him by fans. Although some of the games mentioned in the episode are beloved by some fans, the AVGN provides a thoughtful commentary on why some games just don't hold up or live up to expectations. Fans of the AVGN and gamers alike will appreciate his take on these games.