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I'm okay with this reveal but I'll be more excited when Nintendo shows us some new games. Two things I want from the Switch 2 is more horsepower for better framerate and backwards compatibility so I can play my Switch 1 games - it looks like they will deliver here. Another thing I want but knew they wouldn't do is a non-handheld version of the console. I know I'm in the minority here but I only play in docked mode - holding the Switch hurts my hands and I want to see my games on a big screen. Also Ryan, I am quite sure we are seeing Mario Kart 9 in the brief clip in the reveal. I'm sure I will get one at some point, I can't resist Nintendo games!

Love this movie. As much as I do enjoy Macchio and Zabka, it's Pat Morita who makes the movie for me. His Miyagi is such an interesting and subtly hilarious character. One of his best lines is in Part 2. Daniel sees a sign with a martial artist karate chopping a log in half and says to Mr. Miyagi "Can you break a log like that?" Miyagi replies "Don't know, never been attacked by tree". Morita was irreplaceable! Derrick, I too would have loved to see a Miyagi origin story! Also, I once bought a bonsai tree. I had always thought the were cool and one day I saw a Van marked with "Bansai Trees" on its vinyl wrap. It was parked just off of a busy intersection - Ryan, you know the town. This was definitely out of place in my town; I had to check it out. An Asian man was selling all kinds of bansai trees out of the van. As I was looking at one of the smaller trees, he comes up to me and says with what was probably an exaggerated accent "Bansai is VE-RY lucky tree!" As I was handing this dude my $20, a car ran a red light and crashed into another car a mere 15 feet away from me! Lucky tree indeed!...it died a week later.

Its that or we're saying "Here we are. Now get over here and probe us" 💀💀💀

I think my favorite movie of 2024 is Godzilla Minus One - This was by far the BEST Godzilla movie I have seen. This movie avoids the "misunderstood monster/humans are the real villian" tropes that you come to expect in these kinds of movies. Instead, the film focuses on how to defeat a seemingly unstoppable threat, all while presenting a simple story about a couple that you end up actually caring about. Godzilla and his destruction looks incredible! The movie is so good you won't care that it's dubbed. Netflix also released a black and white version that I am looking forward to watching! If you haven't seen this movie yet, do yourself a favor and watch it. My honorable mention goes to The Fall Guy which feels like a throwback to when movies were fun! Happy New Year guys! I'm looking forward to more great episodes!

"You must unlearn what you have learned" Yoda to Luke in The Empire Strikes Back 😉

The Quick and the Dead is best not taken seriously. Just enjoy the fun.

Actually the super nes did not have blood it had sweat and the fatalities were not the same as the sega genesis version the subzero and scorpion fatalities were ok but every other fatality sucked ass plus the super nes controls were so bad it felt like your controller was broken you had to press hard on the controll pad to make the character move the super nes mortal kombat is pure crap.However though the sega genesis version was great it had blood all the arcade fatalities and the controls were good.

Sub-Zero had his changed to a Freeze Ball and then a punched to be broken

I really need to rewatch Gremlins, I haven't seen it in probably a decade plus. This was a favorite of mine growing up. I loved Gizmo and remember having Gremlins books and even a couple action figures. One day back when I was 5 or 6 I lost my Stripe action figure! I searched for days until I finally found him hidden in the grass in our yard. Tragically, the figure had become the victim of our lawn mower and my Gizmo no longer had a villian to fight 😂. Ryan, I am glad you touched on the use of "Do you hear what I hear?" in this movie as the use of that song was always something that stood out to me. Used in this film, it was haunting. Looking back as an adult, I'm a bit surprised that the movie was marketed so heavily toward kids but, hey, it was the 80s...

A cold open is unprompted. Hense cold, un warmed up. Loved the ep anyway!

NGL, this wasn't a horrible movie!

Radiohead is music beyond music- it perfectly analyzes and describes the human condition.

One of my favorite bands. To see them live in their prime would be amazing

I recently played through MGS1 based on your podcast recommendation. I picked up the collection on Switch. I gotta say, there was a bit of a learning curve for me with this game. It took me a while, along with many, many deaths, to figure out exactly how this game wanted me to play it. I'm sure it took me an hour or two just to get through the first area. Once I realized that guards didn't possess the A.I. that I'm used to in more modern games; they moved on rails and could only see about ten feet in front of them, things began to go more smoothly for me. I did appreciate the visual variety that the isometric perspective used in this game offers but it also made things very difficult at times. Trying to aim and shoot at enemies that are off-screen was frustrating (example: boss fight with Ocelot). Maybe I just stink at this game but I found myself longing for the over the shoulder, 3rd person perspective of Splinter Cell. That would have been a helpful alternative to the "First-person, but cannot move" option MGS1 offers. That being said, I loved the use of music and the cinematics in the game. The way the opening credits run as you start playing is a really cool touch. There was some really inventive ideas in this game as well like holding a rumbling controller to your arm to feel medicine being released into your body - WOW! Though I am terrible at button mashing, I really like that there was an option to give up rather than keep enduring the pain. It took me many tries but I finally double tapped A fast enough to save Meryl. Had I realized that giving up would allow me to still continue the game, I would have let that chick die 😂. I would pretend that Snake ended up with Mei Ling. He could lead the sled dogs while she shares with him her favorite Chinese proverbs. I liked the variety of boss fights as well. I might have picked Sniper Wolf part 2 as my favorite but I just found the aiming to be too juttery, even with diazapam between every shot. I think I enjoyed the helicopter battle with liquid the most. Rappelling down the building and then using the missile launcher was loads of fun. Fighting Metal Gear was frustrating but the jeep chase and fist fight at the end were pretty great as well. Overall, I found MGS1 to be a very good game and I'm glad I played it. Thanks for the recommendation guys. I will have to play 2 and 3 at some point, I'm finishing Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom at the moment!

I watched Monster Squad way back when I was a kid and it would run on TV. I only remember two things about it though, "The Wolfman has nards" line and the theme song. I'm going to have to watch it again sometime!

It’s funny to watch “critics” who haven’t created anything sit back and critique people who have entertained and inspired millions of people. UNSOLICITED ADVICE: If you think YOU can do better, create an example of the RIGHT way to do something, before smugly talking ish.

So years ago during the panorama for Halloween I wanted to have people over for a movie night. I set everything up on a big projector outside. We decided on the more “kid friendly” ones cause of my neighborhood. Well we popped in frakenweeine which I had never seen. No one warns you how racist of a portrayal of a Japanese character they have in the movie. Lolol

Wait, what?!...a Monday release? Is this episode from the future??

Always happy to hear my comments on the show! Looking forward to a TMNT 2 episode one day. There is so much I could say about that film, both good and bad lol, including the best line in all of TMNT filmography! I'll share that later, when you guys do that one!

The special for a sticker is only good through december of 2004?

The coolest looking action figures and statuettes when I was a kid were the ones centered on for adults to collect.

I have never played a Metal Gear game but the excitement and memories the two of you have for this game make me think I've missed out on something special. So my question is, is MGS1 the game to play if you've never played anything in the series? Are the NES Metal Gears any good? I can't remember if you mentioned these. Thanks guys!

Last Crusade is my favorite Indy film followed closely by Raiders. I love the comedic bits with dad and "Junior" in Crusade. Temple of Doom, which terrified me as a kid, and is definitely not as good as the other two just mentioned does have an incredible rope bridge scene! Crystal Skull lost me when Mutt started swinging from vines like a monkey. Dial of Destiny was solid and provided a fitting ending for Indy. As for what prop would I keep? For the sake of originality, I'll go with the giant ball from Raiders. Though, my wife might leave me if she saw that thing in our back yard!

If I had the chance to experience any ps1 game again for the first time, it'd be Final Fantasy 7. The incredible feeling of wonder seeing Midgar for the first time, the swelling soundtrack, and the amazing story would be such a joy to experience all over again for the first time.

NOT even close to a classic. Very weak propaganda film.

The Ark prop itself

Btw, SPOILERS the turtles killed Shredder in the very first issue of the comic! 🐢 🐢 🐢 🐢 🐀

This first movie still holds up pretty well today. It's a pretty faithful adaptation of the turtles, borrowing from both the cartoon as well as Eastman and Laird's comics. As a kid I loved the movie for the corny jokes like Mikey with the turtle wax and "Wheel of fortune dudes!" and as an adult I really love the scenes at the farmhouse. April drawing Leo, Don and Casey working on the truck, Leo watching over a wounded Raph in the tub; these are some great visuals that really showcase the turtles as a family unit. It also helps ground the film in reality; as much as a movie about ninjitsu-practicing reptiles can be grounded that is. Michelangelo remains my favorite, while Leonardo is probably the turtle I most relate to. That's what's great about the turtles. They all had unique personalities and everyone has their favorite. Great job guys, this episode kicked shell!

SMB3 is the first video game that I owned. We got an NES as a Christmas gift from my grandma back when Nintendo was bundling the console with this game. I played the daylights out of this game and could beat the game with ease with warp whistles and, with much more work, without the whistles. In more recent years, I could still beat the game with whistles but my skills have weakened significantly from when I was a kid playing it every day. The game was bursting with creativity in each and every level from flying raccoons to Goomba Shoes to a demonic sun that demands you run with reckless abandon. I may be biased by nostalgia but I think this is best mario game ever made. It's classic NES firing on all cylinders!

Hey, good episode! I remember watching this movie a lot growing up, even though i was never the biggest football fan. The soundtrack was really good, and to add to the list of movies with great soundtracks, I'd suggest Knights Tale to also have a great soundtrack. I hope you guys cover that one someday as its a fantastic Heath Ledger movie with an awesome cast in Alan Tudyk and Paul Bettany

Oh yeah, last crusade has some of the best music! Is paced really well and the story is really interesting.

That classic Fedora hat is what I would want as I grew up as Gen X in the eighties and a lot of girls fashion incorporated Fedora inspired hats with a feminine twist.

I saw this for the first time at the drive in. Born in ‘75. So 6. There was a first movie for kids. Second for adults. So we were supposed to sleep in the folded down back of the car. Don’t remember what the first movie was. I watched. This was pretty scary for a 6 y/o. One of my favorites since. Made myself a whip out of some scrap leather. This was pre-VCR (for me) so this stuck with me, for years I pretend to be Indy. Never picked apart the beginning scene. It’s a movie it’s doesn’t matter. I was always incredibly annoyed that my whip wouldn’t catch so I could swing on it. That, I spent a lot of time trying to figure out. I will say that temple of doom was definitely my favorite. Realistically raiders is the best. But temple of doom is the campy-est. Bringing Marion back/ no. Indy is a ladies man. I could have done without her ever coming back. I find her more dislikable than what’s her name from temple of doom. Everything after last crusade I could live without.

5:55 Sir, I don't think this is that type of podcast lmao

The tactical football game you mentioned is Bloodbowl. It's actually based on the tabletop miniatures game of the same name. It's made by Games Workshop, the creators of Warhammer 40,000

I'm not a huge football fan but I loved NFL Blitz back in the day. Was there anything more satisfying than powerbombing your opponent into the turf? I don't think so! Also, Deric, thank you for explaining that Madden 25 was not the next Madden. I was beginning to think that Ryan was from the future. As for sports games I absolutely loved Toadstool Tour, best golf game ever, NBA Jam, WWF No Mercy, MVP Baseball and pretty much every Mario Kart!

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Jurassic Park was also the first time a movie was in the theater for a year! A year!

I enjoyed Blitz and NCAA 06 a lot.

Speaking of recurring characters/actors, you guys missed that the Big German Mechanic that Indy fought at the plane was played by Pat Roach and he also played the Palace slave guard Indy fought with in Temple of Doom.

Omgosh guys,where did indy pick up his skills, why haven't you seen the young Indiana Jones chonicals

The hat of course. 👍

Movie gallery used to be the spot to go when you wanted to see a movie or rent a game. Wish it was still around.

I don't remember hearing about this game when I was growing up (born in 81). I don't think I was aware of the Dragon Quest franchise until sometime in the 2000's. I remember seeing the art style with the weird always crossed-eyed characters and I've avoided the series because of that. Maybe I'll try the original one day... Great episode guys!

Great lists guys! We are going to have several picks in common. Also, personal favorites definitely influenced my list - I couldn't help myself! 1. Take On Me - Aha This song is the sound of the 80s. Also - best music video ever in this era of the music video. 2. Separate Ways - Journey While I agree with you guys that Journey's doesn't usually scream 80s, listen to this intro and tell me this doesn't belong 3. Your Love - The Outfield Great 80s Britpop song. I kinda feel wrong listening to these lyrics but this song hooks me from the opening riff! 4. Livin' on a Prayer - Bon Jovi Great intro, soaring chorus with 80s optimism 5. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - Cyndi Lauper - This song is just pure fun and reflects the carefree vibe of the 80s. Also Cyndi>Madonna Honorable mentions: Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper Every Breath You Take - The Police Beat It - Michael Jackson

As a kid, 100% it’s The Mask. But Eternal sunshine is probably one of his best serious movies. That said, Man on the Moon is also amazing.

Why the click bait AI cover

Well TH-cam recommended this to me knowing I love the mask! And well hmm I liked the majestic, not many know that one these days , but I can't say it's above the mask, Bruce Almighty is up there but nah. Ohh! The Grinch. The Grinch might be better than the mask. Like they are fighting for the number 1 spot in my mind

John Locke was my favorite character and I hated what the writers did with him. Ryan, I agree with your retconning of Locke, that would have been much better! I loved the show, especially in the beginning but it did start to really frustrate me as it went on. I remember being disappointed when certain mysteries were explained and even more disappointed when others were never explained at all. I remember back when I watched the show and something new would be introduced, like a statue with four toes, and thinking "they're never going to explain this". That being said the show had alot going on for it. It's like a really long episode of The Twilight Zone, which is my favorite show ever. Great episode guys!

This episode did not suck😉