AVGN Behind the Scenes and Nerd Room Tour 2021 - Cinemassacre

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  • Опубликовано: 5 авг 2021
  • The Cinemassacre Podcast is coming THIS Tuesday night to the channel. It's an hour long video podcast, but the audio version will be posted wherever podcasts are heard.
    Anyway, thanks for watching AVGN for 15 years! It's been a long time since I've done a behind the scenes sort of video. But, I wanted to share some of my new technical updates, the basic set up of a Nerd episode, other projects, and even address some of your complaints.
    See the detailed process of Making an AVGN episode, in this older (out of date) behind-the-scenes video, that also counts as episode 102, with the featured game being Barbie (NES)
    • The Making of an AVGN ...
    Cinemassacre Crew:
    James Rolfe: / cinemassacre
    Justin Silverman: justysilverman.com
    Kieran: / kieeeeern
    Check out the AVGN Deluxe video game:
    avgngame.com/
    For everything else Cinemassacre:
    cinemassacre.com/
    #AngryVideoGameNerd #NerdRoom #BehindTheScenes #Cinemassacre
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  • @JamesNintendoNerd
    @JamesNintendoNerd  2 года назад +2097

    The Cinemassacre Podcast is coming THIS Tuesday night to the channel. It's an hour long video podcast, but the audio version will be posted wherever podcasts are heard.

  • @themegamaster5550
    @themegamaster5550 26 дней назад +233

    Can't believe this video led to the mental breakdown of at least 1 person and subsequently to the creation of one of the most fascinating pieces of youtube art.

    • @adamschlinker972
      @adamschlinker972 22 дня назад +19

      Dan Olson's video?? Just came from watching it. So fascinating.

    • @user-ol4un1lq8i
      @user-ol4un1lq8i 17 дней назад +1

      huh?

    • @islandplace7235
      @islandplace7235 14 дней назад +1

      whats this about?
      Edit: its just odd someone would make a hour long video essay about someone so normal

    • @piponoocio4035
      @piponoocio4035 12 дней назад +1

      The Cesarito?

    • @80sagprod
      @80sagprod 11 дней назад

      ​@@piponoocio4035XD wena ql

  • @joe.bob9999
    @joe.bob9999 26 дней назад +102

    7:14 There it is, the legend

    • @sqipio3358
      @sqipio3358 25 дней назад +11

      It is a wrong thing

    • @Mene0
      @Mene0 24 дня назад +5

      Came here looking for it, thanks

    • @brady9592
      @brady9592 23 дня назад +3

      Behold

    • @theslimbin
      @theslimbin 2 дня назад

      Only possible with that specific tripod head

    • @arnoldmmbb
      @arnoldmmbb День назад +1

      Understood the reference

  • @incognitro7634
    @incognitro7634 Год назад +264

    That ceiling air flow unit is why you're getting a buzzing feedback on the microphone. There's no shielding on the motor. That combined with a drop ceiling is what is causing harmonics.

    • @BlazeTheGamer1
      @BlazeTheGamer1 Месяц назад +2

      I was just thinking the same thing. I'm no HVAC expert, but any musician or sound person knows its usually ventilation if its that consistent.

  • @midwesternlassalle
    @midwesternlassalle 11 месяцев назад +81

    As if I'm not aware.

  • @Yuriofwind
    @Yuriofwind 2 года назад +3151

    Really appreciate that you're still around dude.

  • @SkulShurtugalTCG
    @SkulShurtugalTCG 2 года назад +1577

    I always appreciate seeing these behind-the-scenes looks at how it all comes together. It helps people see just how much effort really goes into everything you do!

    • @Skrubb_Lord
      @Skrubb_Lord 2 года назад +9

      Same here, like some type of annual update.

    • @wowgek7
      @wowgek7 2 года назад +3

      I keep running into you on youtube lol

    • @juandemarko8348
      @juandemarko8348 2 года назад +4

      I like how he was still rollin with the 2014 mac for so long lol

    • @wingnut5404
      @wingnut5404 2 года назад +1

      I loved this episode. It's really cool to see all the behind the scenes stuff and it is so informative on what really goes on in the day to day of making all of this happen. Like Scrub Lord said, it feels like an annual update. I think it would be cool to see one of these every year. It's really great to see that James is really enjoying doing this. As he (and many others) have mentioned, there was a feeling of burnout in some episodes.
      I don't mind the simple vids myself. From the beginning, that was what made it fun for me. It brought me back to those days of sitting in front of the TV, grinding through a game, swearing at it and throwing controllers because, "it's not fair!" So for the high production vids, I'll just take them as bonuses. Here's to keeping on.

    • @MikeChimeri
      @MikeChimeri 2 года назад +1

      Agreed. I was surprised that the Vegas episode was shot one person at a time. It really seemed like James and Tony were together.

  • @hxxvxnly
    @hxxvxnly 2 года назад +280

    IT’S 80S WOOD

    • @AsurasWrath164
      @AsurasWrath164 Год назад +35

      Took him probably a week to drill this hole...😂

    • @Jesterroni
      @Jesterroni 9 месяцев назад +8

      Man I’ve been drilling this hole all day! Is it 5 o’clock already?

    • @thunderstorm6438
      @thunderstorm6438 Месяц назад +1

      @@Jesterroni It's 5:40

  • @Jacktrack7
    @Jacktrack7 Год назад +158

    "there goes the onion..."
    So powerful, that quote is gonna stay with me I'm telling you.

  • @matthewdavidson5377
    @matthewdavidson5377 2 года назад +889

    If every AVGN episode was an “epic” episode, they wouldn’t be special anymore. As someone who’s been watching AVGN since 2007, the TMNT and Silver Surfer episodes are still some of my favorites. Glad you’re still doing what you do, James.

    • @gollolocura
      @gollolocura 2 года назад +41

      As if basic episodes weren't awesome anyway, the Nerd is what makes the episodes what they are, not the poshy editing or cool angles for the shots

    • @Fkin176
      @Fkin176 2 года назад +6

      Well it is nice having a "epic" episode every once in awhile to change things up so things don't get stale

    • @ragingfred
      @ragingfred 2 года назад +10

      The basic episodes don't get enough love. AVGN the show started out as basic episodes and some of the best episodes of all times are the basic episodes.

    • @feIon
      @feIon 2 года назад +3

      they're all "epic" to me

    • @craigusselman546
      @craigusselman546 2 года назад +4

      pepsiman was cool too!

  • @kentedgarhudson7488
    @kentedgarhudson7488 Год назад +609

    this may be most unintentionally hilarious video I've ever seen

  • @ghostface320
    @ghostface320 3 месяца назад +21

    The amount of stress your setup instills in me.... lord have mercy on your soul

  • @pudgypunkk
    @pudgypunkk 2 года назад +350

    For being a "basic episode," McKids is one of my all-time favorite AVGN episodes!

    • @JimKav1
      @JimKav1 2 года назад +26

      same for super pitfall! The nerd's commentary is epic

    • @Ninten70
      @Ninten70 2 года назад +3

      Mine is X-Men, Mario 3, T2, 32X and the Revisited Ones.

    • @joselombana8381
      @joselombana8381 2 года назад +4

      Ninja Gaiden is my favorite.

    • @mauricio8778
      @mauricio8778 2 года назад +1

      Moonwalker is almost entire his acting.

    • @trolololololll
      @trolololololll 2 года назад +4

      I like the Hydlides so much

  • @AgentZombieMan
    @AgentZombieMan 2 года назад +908

    In the context of James talking about “People like to point out when there are simpler episodes [like it’s a bad thing]”, am I the only one who generally prefers the simpler episodes? Like I like Action 52 and Super Pitfall more than I liked Rob the Robot or Crazy Castle (which were both still great episodes)

    • @nightruler666
      @nightruler666 2 года назад +34

      Nothing wrong withing a simple episode if its done right super pitfall is one of my favorites

    • @residualwaste5038
      @residualwaste5038 2 года назад +31

      Action 52 is one of my favorites

    • @tehkill3r
      @tehkill3r 2 года назад +14

      i like both styles, they complement eachother.

    • @Thickolas
      @Thickolas 2 года назад +12

      I think the basic episodes are plenty entertaining, especially for a chill rewatch, and they make me appreciate the epic ones even more when they come along.

    • @NickLMears
      @NickLMears 2 года назад +12

      Agree mostly. Commentary and rants are often the funniest parts. Bigger productions are fine when they don’t overshadow the humor.

  • @ZainKhan-kg6qr
    @ZainKhan-kg6qr 2 года назад +249

    this is my favorite AVGN episode

  • @KalosArmos
    @KalosArmos 2 года назад +387

    This look like filming intentionally setting the difficulty in hard mode.

  • @simon4casy
    @simon4casy 2 года назад +1412

    I might be one of the odd ones out here but I do prefer the basic episodes. To me the Nerd was always about him playing a game, drinking beer and being angry at it. That's enough for me to be satisfied.

    • @ultrachadstinctgoku7579
      @ultrachadstinctgoku7579 2 года назад +19

      Well if you want someone who drinks and reviews stuff, look at the critical drinker.

    • @youknowwho9247
      @youknowwho9247 2 года назад +41

      Agreed. Let's call it "og" rather than "basic".

    • @adrock8203
      @adrock8203 2 года назад +15

      I agree. The big episodes work and they show off James' other skills but they're not strictly speaking "nerd" episodes. To me at least.

    • @jimf2918
      @jimf2918 2 года назад +6

      Honestly I like them too they help build the nerd as a more realistic character living his everyday life and make the times when we do get a big episode more impactfull than if we were to the big ones everytime.

    • @OddMode
      @OddMode 2 года назад +27

      @@ultrachadstinctgoku7579 I prefer my reviewers without the rampant hate for women.

  • @Snivy102
    @Snivy102 2 года назад +148

    This whole video gives me a huge amount of anxiety

    • @dannybursace9151
      @dannybursace9151 Год назад +3

      Dude you might need a shrink

    • @Beunibster
      @Beunibster Год назад +3

      @@dannybursace9151 or a drink

    • @ReizokoRyu
      @ReizokoRyu Год назад

      Get medicated

    • @radekmilewicz6192
      @radekmilewicz6192 Год назад +9

      @@ReizokoRyu Get sedated
      with a Gameboy

    • @ReizokoRyu
      @ReizokoRyu Год назад

      @@radekmilewicz6192 I WANNA GET SEDATED WITH A GAAAAMEBOYYY!

  • @erik2311
    @erik2311 2 года назад +823

    This video is a goldmine for memes.

    • @andykishore
      @andykishore 2 года назад +33

      0:05 And thank you James Rolfe for 15 years (actually 16 years now) worth of memes because even this behind-the-scenes video has only inadvertently created even more memes due to his impractical set up.

    • @darrenparis4742
      @darrenparis4742 Год назад +18

      Your moms videos are goldmines for ph

    • @minecraft200
      @minecraft200 Год назад +40

      @@darrenparis4742 real mature kid.

    • @quopquop1506
      @quopquop1506 Год назад +5

      @@minecraft200 real mature kid.

    • @MrProg-ey3tl
      @MrProg-ey3tl Год назад +3

      @@quopquop1506 real mature kid.

  • @bujo1104
    @bujo1104 2 года назад +364

    Showing some love from Taiwan, been watching your videos since 2008, thank you.

    • @cookieface80
      @cookieface80 2 года назад +6

      Taiwan? Surely you mean the glorious People's Republic of China?

    • @bujo1104
      @bujo1104 2 года назад +43

      @@cookieface80 nope, go do some homework

    • @General_Griffin
      @General_Griffin 2 года назад +10

      @@cookieface80 How was that meant to be funny?

    • @LinkBlade24
      @LinkBlade24 2 года назад +1

      08 seems like yesterday

    • @trebla-nehc
      @trebla-nehc 2 года назад +1

      @@cookieface80 bro what

  • @jaytahoe
    @jaytahoe 2 года назад +400

    This room was such a big part of my teenage years. Been watching since 2005. Great work James!

    • @retroguy2525
      @retroguy2525 2 года назад +8

      He's probably been doing Cinemassacre since 2005 but not officially doing AVGN official episodes not until 2006 up until now trust me I've been paying attention

    • @deathbombs
      @deathbombs 2 года назад

      Amazing deep memories could be formed through others videos if we think about it

    • @rooseveltNovember
      @rooseveltNovember 2 года назад

      I've been watching since the beginning too, man! Glad to know of others who also have!

    • @frankwest8836
      @frankwest8836 2 года назад +1

      Me too man :) It always reminds me of my past... Even when i started to watch AVGN series in 2009 :)

    • @jaytahoe
      @jaytahoe 2 года назад +4

      @@Thifurious I’m 31, I found James’ content when I was 15. It’s fun to see how’s it’s evolved over the years. Some videos are really memorable, like his review of the wizard and SMB3, as well as his fight against the nostalgia critic around 2008.

  • @Alcoholica1989
    @Alcoholica1989 2 года назад +543

    I've actually always preferred the more simple episodes, they are always straight and to the point with comedic bits thrown in. To me they capture more of the spirit of AVGN but I still love the cinematic stuff too.

    • @RonaldReagansTickleMonster
      @RonaldReagansTickleMonster 2 года назад +8

      Putting it that way, I realize same here. It's nice to just hear a review full of vulgarity knowing there's a new episode

    • @nlee4566
      @nlee4566 2 года назад +6

      I haven't even noticed when he doesn't do diffrent angles. Nor if it's basic or not, if it's entertaining I love it.

    • @DrLoomis666
      @DrLoomis666 2 года назад +15

      i agree 100 percent. those episodes like the vegas ones are the worse avgn episodes.

    • @n1njahawkssecondchannel84
      @n1njahawkssecondchannel84 2 года назад +8

      Me I like simple episodes with the Nerd getting angry over a very hard jump or something funny

    • @n1njahawkssecondchannel84
      @n1njahawkssecondchannel84 2 года назад +1

      @@Thomasmemoryscentral I agree

  • @darkknight1938
    @darkknight1938 2 года назад +203

    I think that James is making it more difficult than it has to be. In the early days, the lighting and sound wasn’t perfect, was really basic and the game room was hardly a game room. It was just an ordinary room with some games and some posters on the walls. Ironically, those were the best episodes.

    • @outtrigger
      @outtrigger 10 месяцев назад +2

      no one would watch that anymore though

    • @markus7166
      @markus7166 9 месяцев назад +41

      @outrigger wong. I watch the old episodes still, and I definitely cant say that for any episode made in the past 5 years 🤦🏼‍♂️

    • @thedislikebutton1907
      @thedislikebutton1907 3 месяца назад +1

      ​@@markus7166Do you not understand the meaning of classics? Every youtuber is advancing. Are they all fools?

    • @MrKrewie
      @MrKrewie 2 месяца назад +2

      ​@@thedislikebutton1907no just you 😂

    • @agentadrex
      @agentadrex 22 дня назад

      @@MrKrewieyou too

  • @DungeonWolf42
    @DungeonWolf42 2 года назад +479

    0:53 3:06 7:17 7:45 9:43 10:10 13:29 16:04 17:35 19:23 19:53 20:47 22:01

    • @itsamechrispratt380
      @itsamechrispratt380 2 года назад +65

      You are a genius

    • @Zeqweery
      @Zeqweery 2 года назад +60

      doing god's work

    • @andykishore
      @andykishore 2 года назад +32

      My favourite quotes from this video.

    • @GamePlayMetal
      @GamePlayMetal 2 года назад +53

      As if I'm not aware.

    • @SaulmanPhishbass
      @SaulmanPhishbass Год назад +14

      you missed the most hilarious ones 18:16 and 18:55 but that also speaks volumes about you as well... that's one that you'll eventually understand when you read about it in your history books :D

  • @Jay_SUBZ3R0
    @Jay_SUBZ3R0 2 года назад +179

    I can’t imagine what your electricity bill is with all this equipment in your nerd room, James.
    I’m glad your show is still going strong today.
    Love your videos man!

    • @Jerry_Freestyle
      @Jerry_Freestyle 2 года назад +6

      He probably has its own energy plan for that one room just to save money 😂

    • @angolin9352
      @angolin9352 2 года назад +15

      It's probably not that bad. LEDs are really efficient, and it's not like he has all of his consoles and TVs running when he's making an episode. For extra energy savings, and for general protection of the equipment, he could turn off all the power strips he's not using. Even if he doesn't, all of them together would only total a few watts.

    • @kejiri3593
      @kejiri3593 2 года назад +2

      @@Jerry_Freestyle Do you think "Dr.Jekyll and Mr.Hyde NES cartridge" run the server room?

    • @Jerry_Freestyle
      @Jerry_Freestyle 2 года назад +2

      @@kejiri3593 Or it could be Shi-Pickle

    • @kejiri3593
      @kejiri3593 2 года назад +1

      @@Jerry_Freestyle Aslong as its not the Glitch Gremlin, that would be a nightmare :o

  • @jrc-kb3ug
    @jrc-kb3ug 2 года назад +242

    In my opinion, the little simple episodes that just take place in the nerd room are the best and most nostalgic.

  • @maxbetatron
    @maxbetatron 2 года назад +218

    The onion incident and James' real reaction to it rolling away was incredible.

    • @sswishbone
      @sswishbone 7 месяцев назад +5

      all it needed... was two tiny cuts either side of the prop to create a gap for his teeth to sink into.

  • @peterszalai6056
    @peterszalai6056 Год назад +37

    There goes the onion!

  • @taslucas
    @taslucas 2 года назад +678

    The premise of the avgn was to enjoy the nostalgia of days gone by. The irony is that now the nostalgia I feel is for the old avgn episodes. The epic videos are always great and very entertaining but nothing quite hits the spot like those simpler times drinking a beer and getting frustrated at gameplay. So all the way from a long time viewer in Tasmania, keep up the great work and drop as many basic vids as you want 👍

    • @jakehyland5067
      @jakehyland5067 2 года назад +15

      Man I feel that nostalgia for the old episodes. Chugging a rolling rock and screaming @$$. HAHA.

    • @quentinparhiala9415
      @quentinparhiala9415 2 года назад

      I agree with you Lucas

    • @quentinparhiala9415
      @quentinparhiala9415 2 года назад

      @@jakehyland5067 same with me

    • @SoupcanTactics
      @SoupcanTactics 2 года назад +3

      Totally agree. More basic vids would be awesome!

    • @arbaltgerbalt7712
      @arbaltgerbalt7712 2 года назад +15

      He's just not into it anymore, haven't been since years.

  • @dezodro
    @dezodro 2 года назад +301

    You’re the only internet personality that I can honestly say that I’ve been enjoying your content for almost half of my life. If your family life suffers your work will suffer as a result and vice versa. I don’t know how you stay committed and maintain the balance but you’re doing great. 👍

    • @tomuchtosay16
      @tomuchtosay16 2 года назад +6

      Hahahaha, I have watched Cinnemassacre for more of my life than I haven't (14 versus 12 years) cx it's crazy the stuff we keep up with.

  • @ValerieHeart
    @ValerieHeart Год назад +32

    I know this is a very old ep, but I'm surprised he hasn't rigged his ceiling with like rollers and attched the lights to said rollers. Letting him just roll the lights around when see fit instead of like wire hanging.

  • @TheRetroGamerEnthusiast
    @TheRetroGamerEnthusiast 3 месяца назад +14

    @03:12 James says, "Tough 80's wood", similar to what I have right now.

  • @BigLord
    @BigLord 2 года назад +187

    For what it's worth, I like the "basic" nerd episodes quite a bit. Reviewing old games with some colorful language and insults thrown in is one of the best parts of the series. The skits are just an added extra, imo. It's not necessary for its enjoyment at all.
    So James, don't worry! I'm pretty sure most of us won't mind if you save your "big and wacky" episodes for once every blue moon. We enjoy your work regardless!

  • @VidtopiaEntertainment
    @VidtopiaEntertainment 2 года назад +511

    I always look forward to when James talks about making Nerd episodes and the recent technological upgrades he’s made.

    • @konradfun
      @konradfun 2 года назад +17

      They're more entertaining than the actual Nerd episodes we've been getting these last few years

    • @hugoleonardoamaral586
      @hugoleonardoamaral586 2 года назад +3

      Yes, they are as entertaining as any other AVGN episode

    • @kenrickeason
      @kenrickeason 2 года назад +5

      It's very entertaining when he talks about it.. You can tell his passion is there..

    • @riffbw
      @riffbw 2 года назад +1

      His studio setup is peak "nerd in mom's basement" and I love it. It feels like the right setting for the Nerd character.

  • @HulksterInHeaven
    @HulksterInHeaven Год назад +98

    so many lives were saved when this video was published

  • @mattlewis8889
    @mattlewis8889 Год назад +30

    Angry Onion Nerd

  • @LucienYT
    @LucienYT 2 года назад +137

    So stoked for the podcast and more AVGN episodes! Tell Kyle Justin we miss him!

    • @gamemasterreviews630
      @gamemasterreviews630 2 года назад +12

      Whatever happened to that guy

    • @Wundarrphul
      @Wundarrphul 2 года назад +24

      @@gamemasterreviews630 I Think he’s still dead behind the couch

    • @laszloszegedi5465
      @laszloszegedi5465 2 года назад +11

      Hahahahaha you think they still talk? :D

    • @manueltapia1859
      @manueltapia1859 2 года назад +2

      But he was re survived in the Ikari Warriors episode hehe

    • @jerelminter
      @jerelminter 2 года назад +10

      @@Wundarrphul No Kyle came back to the AVGN for one episode where the AVGN character brought him back to life with his NES controller, but that was a long time ago.

  • @jon_deluxe
    @jon_deluxe 2 года назад +168

    I could listen to James talk about anything for hours.

    • @ItsRyan265
      @ItsRyan265 2 года назад +1

      Same 😁

    • @Funky_Priestess
      @Funky_Priestess 2 года назад

      Me toooo!

    • @MaisDennis
      @MaisDennis 2 года назад

      me three

    • @yunivor3146
      @yunivor3146 2 года назад

      Same, Reminds me of that time he read an entire book for us, it was nice.

    • @clockworkcrazy5121
      @clockworkcrazy5121 2 года назад

      @@yunivor3146 Or how about that awesome "The Nerd's Anger Management 30 minute relaxation" video?

  • @HiCZoK
    @HiCZoK 2 года назад +458

    this is crazy. It does not have to be this complicated...

    • @kingofaesthetics9407
      @kingofaesthetics9407 2 года назад +116

      It's honestly masochistic.

    • @onlypuppy7
      @onlypuppy7 Год назад +85

      Exactly, as Terry Davis said: "an idiot admires complexity, a genius admires simplicity". Hence why the old episodes beat the new ones

    • @houstonhelicoptertours1006
      @houstonhelicoptertours1006 Год назад +13

      @@onlypuppy7
      Sounds like something a simpleton would say

    • @onlypuppy7
      @onlypuppy7 Год назад +38

      @@houstonhelicoptertours1006 clearly you do not know who terry davis is

    • @spangsman
      @spangsman Год назад +8

      It'd called he's a perfectionist and takes pride in his work

  • @SynthfulDuck
    @SynthfulDuck 4 месяца назад +16

    This is so baffling 🤣

  • @zerocooler7
    @zerocooler7 2 года назад +78

    Thank you, James. I've been a fan for years, and I still enjoy your AVGN episodes. I do not mind basic episodes at all, and I fully understand why not all episodes can be big and epic productions. Frankly, I do enjoy many of the more basic episodes like the Super Pitfall one. So just keep doing what you are doing, and thanks again.

  • @brianpatrick6308
    @brianpatrick6308 2 года назад +171

    We are grateful to have you, James. I love the over-the-top episodes but honestly I prefer the simple, basic ones.

    • @rrpostalagain
      @rrpostalagain 2 года назад +9

      This seems to be the consensus. He’s missing the point.

    • @andykishore
      @andykishore 2 года назад

      21:14

  • @nickfalzone7955
    @nickfalzone7955 2 года назад +276

    James "I hang the lights with tripods from the ceiling and space them apart so that they don't reflect in my glasses", as multiple lights are reflecting in his glasses.

  • @peenweinerstein6969
    @peenweinerstein6969 2 года назад +179

    Hes making nerd episodes like they're indie films in 1998 LOL

    • @Progger11
      @Progger11 Год назад +31

      His mind is stuck in that year, so it makes sense.

  • @floatmeon
    @floatmeon 2 года назад +429

    I can’t imagine the internet without the nerd, looking forward to episode 200 :)

    • @alexsilva28
      @alexsilva28 2 года назад +8

      Still can't believe we haven't gotten there yet. I thought we were in ep 350 or something

    • @paulsmith9192
      @paulsmith9192 2 года назад +1

      @Alex Silva I know.if he had his original schedule, we would have I'm sure.you'd thin being around for 14 years,we be near episode 300

    • @dragonforcerules288
      @dragonforcerules288 2 года назад +53

      Oh boy did this age like milk

    • @Asteroidpine
      @Asteroidpine 2 года назад +6

      Famous last words

    • @KevinLuper99
      @KevinLuper99 Год назад +1

      @@dragonforcerules288 how

  • @Golem29
    @Golem29 2 года назад +92

    When I think of all my favourite episodes, they're nearly all "basic" ones. As long as James is passionate and into it it makes all the difference. Think Castlevania, Ghosts N Goblins. I'm genuinely happy he's still doing this.

  • @dragonforcerules288
    @dragonforcerules288 2 года назад +101

    There goes the onion

  • @mr.bojangles6111
    @mr.bojangles6111 2 года назад +17

    James, I'm just happy you still find making AVGN fun. I've been watching for years now and love your work! Basic episodes or epic ones, they're all great and I love seeing your creativity. Definitely looking forward to number 200!

  • @alphabrother6823
    @alphabrother6823 2 года назад +123

    It’s so weird how James is such a chill guy irl yet he plays such an angry, wild character

    • @StuPiasshole
      @StuPiasshole 2 года назад +7

      How is that weird?

    • @soursugar4867
      @soursugar4867 2 года назад +15

      @@StuPiasshole It’s just an interesting contrast, that “The Angriest gamer you’ve ever heard” is played by such a chill guy

    • @Deoxys911
      @Deoxys911 2 года назад +4

      I'd be really concerned if he were anything like his character in reality (at least outside of occasional moments of extreme frustration like the onion problem)!

  • @AWESOMO-iv6bq
    @AWESOMO-iv6bq 2 года назад +170

    Honestly, some of the “basic” episodes are my favorite.

    • @andrewholder9865
      @andrewholder9865 2 года назад +9

      Mine too! Pitfall is one of my absolute favorites...

    • @MrMatox323
      @MrMatox323 2 года назад +5

      The basics are the bests in my opinion. They give me a feeling like Im a kid again with my friend in the basement just talking and playing video games.

    • @AWESOMO-iv6bq
      @AWESOMO-iv6bq 2 года назад +2

      @@andrewholder9865 winter games and dark castle are two of mine.

  • @krispykreme3176
    @krispykreme3176 Месяц назад +6

    Why is the bts footage of James frustrated with an onion funnier than the actual shrek episode lol

  • @kimrosez
    @kimrosez 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for all the awesome content over the years, we only get a small fraction of what it all really takes and it's humbling. Much love and respect.

  • @TrialzGTAS
    @TrialzGTAS 2 года назад +346

    James, thank you for everything you do and have done. You’re a true work horse. The things you and the crews do to keep the viewers entertained is completely paramount! On a side note, that onion scene reminded me of the Cinemassacre 200 moment when you were doing the closet scene. Thought that was hilarious! Big love from your neck of the woods of NJ 🖤

    • @UltimateGamerCC
      @UltimateGamerCC 2 года назад +16

      it just goes to show that James earns every penny he gets, cause he invests a ton of time and money where a lot of tubers wouldnt even fathom doing.

    • @dylanmooney327
      @dylanmooney327 2 года назад +1

      I live in NJ too

  • @onebladeprop
    @onebladeprop 2 года назад +208

    I tune in for the "basic" episodes. The epic episodes are just a bonus. Your videos continue to be great because you enjoy making them.

    • @cassnate6259
      @cassnate6259 2 года назад +4

      Same! I think it works great to balance the basic episodes withe the crazy ones, as James said. The entire premise of the series from the beginning was showing game footage and ranting about it. That was the simple idea that we all loved and it still works just as well today.

    • @JSchaffer214
      @JSchaffer214 2 года назад +3

      Same here! I enjoy them all but the ones that rely more heavily on gameplay and dialogue are usually my favorites.

    • @nosferadu
      @nosferadu 2 года назад +3

      @@JSchaffer214 Same here. I prefer "basic" episodes to ones with lots of skits

    • @parkermaik
      @parkermaik 2 года назад

      ^this.
      def. prefer the basic episodes!

  • @teckzusferalupus5382
    @teckzusferalupus5382 2 года назад +1

    I've always appreciated you for doing such an amazing show for so many years, but knowing the troubles you have to go through makes my respect double. Keep up James, you're awesome!

  • @langostanostra
    @langostanostra 2 года назад +114

    Don't sweat it James. The basic episodes are some of my favorites.

  • @Harmonica821
    @Harmonica821 2 года назад +568

    He lost his vigor over the years, but he never stopped. He cannot drink 20 rolling rocks every video. He can't get his face red with anger. But no matter what happens, he will always take you back to the past.

    • @BenWillock
      @BenWillock 2 года назад +59

      Idk man that f-in' onion got him pretty mad

    • @binjobeer5137
      @binjobeer5137 2 года назад +70

      He's the reasonably annoyed video game nerd

    • @jaytahoe
      @jaytahoe 2 года назад +4

      @@binjobeer5137 the just a little bit, maybe, kinda, disappointed need.

    • @MozTS
      @MozTS 2 года назад +3

      Too much ambien

    • @necrosadotor
      @necrosadotor 2 года назад +3

      happens to everyone i guess, has my respect at least, though it means nothing in big scale

  • @mattsmith2214
    @mattsmith2214 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for the behind-the-scenes vid James. Glad to hear you are still having fun making new content and thanks for all the years of entertainment!

  • @alexscott3971
    @alexscott3971 2 года назад +703

    I can't help but feel that this... is the most inefficient setup I've ever seen.

    • @michaelfissel1357
      @michaelfissel1357 2 года назад +154

      They make ceiling lights, yet he tapes his lights to the ceiling. I mean, I've seen worse, but for a guy who's been doing this for 15 or so years and use to make a desk lamp work for lighting, this is VERY messy and inefficient.

    • @jpcsdutra
      @jpcsdutra 2 года назад +30

      Well, for one, we don't know on what kind of budget he's working on, and secondly, he is still doing all of these with proper games, consoles and all the related equipment. Most other reviewers set a few things up for shots, but they are doing emulators, so I feel like there's a big diference there too. I'm willing to bet there's a ton that would only ever be practical to change if he was to move location.

    • @NeoBechstein
      @NeoBechstein 2 года назад +59

      It could be easily imoroved! I was shocked to see him working like that.... in 2021!!!

    • @bigchungus4722
      @bigchungus4722 2 года назад +44

      If his room was a game, then its broken code would rival the likes of Fallout 76

    • @Idunno_fry
      @Idunno_fry 2 года назад +8

      Then you haven't seen many inefficient setups.

  • @Cuuuuuuurtis
    @Cuuuuuuurtis 2 года назад +33

    "Really tough 80's wood"- James Rolfe, 2021

    • @UltimateGamerCC
      @UltimateGamerCC 2 года назад +2

      James must be made from the same tree, he's withstood the test of time with just as much as that desk has.

  • @timothybierwirth7509
    @timothybierwirth7509 2 года назад +17

    I literally could not stop laughing watching James struggle with that onion!

  • @ichthys4396
    @ichthys4396 2 года назад +163

    We need an HGTV special dedicated to fixing James' setup

  • @nickfalzone7955
    @nickfalzone7955 2 года назад +130

    This is like the Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde meets Super Pitfall of youtube production setups. There are 16 year old girls that have more efficient camera/lighting setups that not only look better, but allow for a lot more flexibility in shooting styles. This is legit nuts.

    • @andykishore
      @andykishore 2 года назад +34

      That's how sad and pathetic this setup is.

  • @awill891
    @awill891 2 года назад +69

    Glad to see he's not burnt out from it. I wondered if he secretly hates doing this character but it's nice to see he's enjoying his family and this is supporting it. I've been on RUclips since 2005 so he's been with me half my life and AVGN has always made me smile, thanks James!

    • @johnathonturner2279
      @johnathonturner2279 2 года назад +6

      Neither of you watched the video clearly.

    • @mariogallego5513
      @mariogallego5513 2 года назад +4

      @@Orpheusftw tell me you've never watch an AVGN episode without telling me you've never watched an AVGN episode....really isnt into video games? Wow

    • @MASTEROFEVIL
      @MASTEROFEVIL 2 года назад +4

      He's just not as focused on it as much because he has a wife and children

  • @backloggedgamer9338
    @backloggedgamer9338 2 года назад +12

    I just feel like James passion for AVGN isn’t there anymore. Like he does it because he knows we love it and it pays the bills, but deep down I genuinely think he wants to pursue other things but can’t because of how much time he has to put into AVGN

    • @ytube367
      @ytube367 2 года назад +4

      Feels like that for years

  • @HereIsRick
    @HereIsRick Год назад +29

    I'm surprised that you keep filming in your garage instead of getting an actual studio where you could have more space and everything set up correctly. Honestly, most of your complaints seem pretty petty, it appears that your setup is inefficient for what you are trying to produce.

    • @caseyjones3522
      @caseyjones3522 6 месяцев назад

      Its because the old set is nostalgic. Gonna be honest, I don't watch Philip Defranco as much now because he changed the set.

    • @cholamais-cj1wh
      @cholamais-cj1wh 5 месяцев назад +4

      @@caseyjones3522 That's not the old set tho. I you know that James moved right?

    • @EQOAnostalgia
      @EQOAnostalgia 4 месяца назад +6

      @@caseyjones3522 This isn't where he began lol, he set the space up to reflect it, which is. . . precisely what you can do... IN A STUDIO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @seigeengine
      @seigeengine Месяц назад +1

      @@cholamais-cj1wh Yes, but it was built in the image of it, possibly out of the materials from the old set even?
      I somehow doubt it'd be easy for him to scale up to a new space even if he could justify the expense without changing the aesthetic significantly.

    • @seigeengine
      @seigeengine Месяц назад

      @@EQOAnostalgia He's had like four different "sets" throughout his career.

  • @metfan999
    @metfan999 Год назад +130

    Who ever thought this was an effective method of filming..

    • @BlazeTheGamer1
      @BlazeTheGamer1 Месяц назад +1

      At the very least, it shows that he's passionate enough about his craft to bring intricate methods to the table! Not many can say they'd have the same amount of patience even!

    • @AleAlejandro666
      @AleAlejandro666 Месяц назад +3

      @@BlazeTheGamer1if anything after decades of filming you’d expect him to have these basic things on lock

  • @jokerproduction
    @jokerproduction 2 года назад +309

    James, if you ever need assistance with modern computers please let me know. I would be more than happy to help. I also live in the same state so I'm fairly close by if anything needs a hands on approach.

    • @wendytestaburger7795
      @wendytestaburger7795 2 года назад +1

      Same here NJ !!!!

    • @kennethd4958
      @kennethd4958 2 года назад +4

      @@wendytestaburger7795 I thought he lived in PA. But was from NJ.

    • @link8003
      @link8003 2 года назад +8

      @@kennethd4958 All I know, if he has not moved, he's somewhere where there are Wawas. So, close enough to NJ XD

    • @SuperDeucen
      @SuperDeucen 2 года назад +1

      @@link8003 That's a wide range considering they got Wawa's all over Florida. lol

    • @link8003
      @link8003 2 года назад +1

      @@SuperDeucen True... But wherever there is a wawa, expect to see people from Jersey XD

  • @jfgjvfvkfsjn3472
    @jfgjvfvkfsjn3472 2 года назад +116

    James shouldn’t feel like he has to explain himself, he’s been doing this for almost 16 years

    • @KRYPTIC05
      @KRYPTIC05 2 года назад +6

      Fax.

    • @scoot1798
      @scoot1798 2 года назад +7

      Exactly.

    • @vanguze
      @vanguze 2 года назад +6

      The trolls are getting out of hand anymore....

    • @wingnut5404
      @wingnut5404 2 года назад +6

      True that. I feel it's super awesome of him to respond to complaints though. You can tell he cares about this stuff beyond just making them and putting them out.

  • @inujosha
    @inujosha 2 года назад +1

    I'll never forget when I stumbled onto your videos in 2012 and I've never looked back. Best thing to happen to me in a long while. Thank you for your work James.

  • @MetalGearMk2
    @MetalGearMk2 Год назад +13

    In hindsight you could've cut chunks out of the onion to bite down on better

  • @FordTechMakuloco
    @FordTechMakuloco 2 года назад +372

    Do basic episodes, back to your roots.

    • @danieln5041
      @danieln5041 2 года назад +25

      That'll never happen, then the powers that be wouldn't get there money

    • @joandarc441
      @joandarc441 2 года назад +8

      Ahem RUclips strict rules if they saw something disturbing, disgusting or against there rules the video will get deleted or a warning ⚠

    • @felipesoares5900
      @felipesoares5900 2 года назад +2

      This.

    • @GreenSabre187
      @GreenSabre187 2 года назад +1

      amen that's basically what I thought

    • @umanoomgombi3842
      @umanoomgombi3842 2 года назад +1

      He cant afford to do that.

  • @Aeolous1
    @Aeolous1 2 года назад +14

    isnt your pc suffocating with that placement

  • @shinskoalachewin7245
    @shinskoalachewin7245 2 года назад +27

    James, a hole saw is your friend.

  • @JBles825
    @JBles825 2 года назад +362

    I like just watching James whatever he does. He just seems like a genuine person who likes movies and games with an interesting perspective. I would literally watch any video of him just talking.

  • @Dalton_Boardman2000
    @Dalton_Boardman2000 2 года назад +101

    17:33 This is literally the only time I've seen him genuinely swear in anger. I was kinda unnerved by this unnatural moment.

    • @edh8900
      @edh8900 2 года назад +13

      Also the funniest part of the video. I don't know but I have a sense of humor of a lot of swearing and moments like this.

  • @realtetria
    @realtetria 2 года назад +128

    The nerd is one of the greatest yt productions of all time

    • @UltimateGamerCC
      @UltimateGamerCC 2 года назад +11

      the greatest and possibly the longest running yt production of all time.

  • @Groypette
    @Groypette 2 года назад +190

    Bimmy saw Doc Brown’s over complicated machine for serving dog food and took it as an instruction manual

  • @KageBlink
    @KageBlink Год назад +1

    I was so excited for what you brought out back then, and I'm still excited to see what you'll bring out now. You do amazing stuff ALWAYS. :D

  • @UnclePhil73
    @UnclePhil73 2 года назад +43

    I’ve been around since nearly the beginning. I’ve always appreciated that you do the work that makes you fulfilled and I think people see your passion. And you don’t follow the fickle whims of algorithms or whatever. I can pull up a 10 year old episode and still enjoy it just as much as last month’s episode. Just know that you got me as a fan for as long as you put out content.

  • @jackbaldry
    @jackbaldry 2 года назад +28

    I’m sat feeding my daughter at 2am watching this. I appreciate you making these videos and all the work you do - after years of watching I still get excited each time a new video pops up. And in my opinion the variation of the more simple and high production videos gives a sense of surprise and variety. Here’s to another 15 years of growing old together.

  • @razmatazz9310
    @razmatazz9310 2 года назад +53

    Just so many moments that make you ask "Whyyy??".

  • @Kostas.mp3
    @Kostas.mp3 2 года назад

    What an amazing professional you are man. Im watching you for years and your videos really helped me get my dose of serotonin when needed. Even the "casual" episodes are so lovely and elite projects. I wish for you and your family the best of the best

  • @DanielMartinez-nw1pn
    @DanielMartinez-nw1pn 2 года назад +119

    "I'm glad you're still watching AGVN after 15 years."
    Bro, you just keep doing it and we'll keep watching it. 😎👍🏼

    • @tree_alone
      @tree_alone 2 года назад +5

      in 1000 years he'll still be makin' these, as the ancient video game necroform

    • @shanus11
      @shanus11 2 года назад

      lets hit 20 :D

  • @JayDeeIsMyName
    @JayDeeIsMyName 2 года назад +34

    17:33 for the most back to roots Nerd I've seen in a very, very long time.

  • @antoniodias2883
    @antoniodias2883 2 года назад +1

    I've been watching your videos since 2006. I appreciate every single one of them. Watching your growth as a film maker has been such a great thing and I am really happy you're still around AND still awesome. You don't own any explanations, keep up the great work!

  • @Syyncrow
    @Syyncrow 2 года назад

    Appreciate all that you do, been following you around since the beginning and I'm amazed and happy you're still around producing great content.

  • @richyvandamme
    @richyvandamme 2 года назад +60

    "there goes the onion" has to be my favorite thing I have ever heard

    • @user-lf7nf3kl7t
      @user-lf7nf3kl7t 2 года назад +1

      I wanted to help so bad haha. I was thinking stick a small broken off pencil in it, and tape the belt on the inside...but, "there goes the onion."

  • @Doftzinho
    @Doftzinho 2 года назад +114

    Hey, you're allowed to do a basic episodes, or do them less often, we'll still be here waiting for your videos and supporting you :) Can't wait for monster madness and the book!

  • @dmadaffari
    @dmadaffari Год назад +1

    This was a great video. I like the behind the scenes of the equipment, it gave me some ideas on how to improve some of the things I'm doing. Been loving your videos for 16 years now.

  • @PlutoniumBlea
    @PlutoniumBlea 2 года назад +1

    Hey, James, thank You very much for entertaining me all these years. I love what You do and I wish You all the best

  • @releasedakracken5175
    @releasedakracken5175 2 года назад +63

    Out of all the RUclipsrs out there, James Rolfe and less than a handful of others are the only ones I would ever truly like to meet in person and shake the hands of.

    • @wingnut5404
      @wingnut5404 2 года назад +1

      @Charged Hellhammer Was thinking the exact same thing. Rolling Rock's on me guys. Or a proper pint!

    • @mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641
      @mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641 2 года назад +1

      Agreed. Other RUclipsrs I'd like to meet are Stevie T and the Krachmucker TV guy, and that's it. Doug Walker was one of them, too... But then youknowwhat happened... 🤦‍♂️

    • @releasedakracken5175
      @releasedakracken5175 2 года назад

      @@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641 actually I don't

    • @Nicomanism
      @Nicomanism 2 года назад

      @@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641 what happened to DougWalker kek

  • @imagemachinefilm
    @imagemachinefilm 2 года назад +89

    James, I've been a fan since the beginning and love these-behind-the scenes videos! I think I speak for many when I say you should put out as much or as little as you see fit. Cinemassacre is your creation and whatever you want to do (or not do) with it is your right. I'll be watching regardless. PS: I think the Fear and Loathing episode is one of your best ever.

  • @Ipseitymusic
    @Ipseitymusic 2 года назад +54

    Lesson learned here? Always keep a spare onion in your pocket.

  • @deebo-gi6ys
    @deebo-gi6ys 7 месяцев назад +22

    Hey i love watching all youre doing. But cant you maybe ask your wife for help with the onion thing😂

  • @NatonJolyBotogoske
    @NatonJolyBotogoske 2 года назад +66

    This is interesting, James! We Love The Nerd but we also admire James, the shy, organized, mild mannered director/actor behind the character. It is really interesting to have this insider view into how you work.

  • @kikrinman1450
    @kikrinman1450 2 года назад +62

    Truly admirable of you to properly balance your family life, while providing us with such great content. Not many are able to pull it off as well as you have. Keep up the great work, man.

  • @kddan
    @kddan 2 года назад

    Dude, I appreciate your videos so much! They are HIGHLY re-watchable, enjoyable and badass. Keep'em coming!

  • @CarlMarxPunk
    @CarlMarxPunk Год назад +53

    "I'm obsessive about organizing"
    *Are you though?*

  • @AndrooTheNerd
    @AndrooTheNerd 2 года назад +101

    This room has been such a big part of my life. AVGN is one of my biggest inspirations and James always keeps it real. I use the Everdrive as well! I love it so much!