10 Worst Games Of 2008

We’re back again to remind you of the most awful games from another godforsaken year. This time, it's 2008; a year that brought us GTA IV, LittleBigPlanet, BioShock, Fallout 3, Super Smash Bros Brawl... and also Jumper: Griffin's Story, Homie Rollerz and Vampire Rain: Altered Species. We're very sorry.
VO: Peter Austin (@ThatPeterAustin)
Script: Cat Elliot (@cat_elliott_)
Video Editor: Liam Carroll (IG: ThatGeordieLiam)
#JumperGriffinsStory #HomieRollerz #VampireRain
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[@johndaniels404]

I can't wait for a few months from now when they are running out of years and we end up with the 10 worst pong clones of 1972.

[@Clouditivity]

Please make a list about the last games for consoles like you do for the first games for them!

[@sjnakis8041]

Yes! Some really strange ones like really late Wii games

[@bychrischannel]

Like the last 10 retail games for each console!

[@raysravens52]

I fucking loveeee post-end of life releases that aren't just the annual sports games

[@Leigh_Bailey]

I feel like it's going to be a looooot of FIFA's lol

[@raysravens52]

@@Leigh_Bailey you have to exclude sports games because we all know EA will milk a console dry by releasing the same game for several years

[@mrdth1987]

Was I only one dumb enough to think they were going to show us Art Attack game from that thumbnail

[@matthewlane518]

I'm a 43 year old and I still think going to the toy shop is the best thing ever! And I have a job so I can always take home an item!😜, Being a broke kid sucks

[@theonlybilge]

Okay, just don't be that weird guy.

[@matthewlane518]

@@theonlybilge lol I collect transformers, I do try to not be that creepy guy

[@God-hw1xs]

Same

[@MasterofPokemonGing]

I agree. I hated being a kid and not being able to afford Legos, now I can buy whatever Legos I want!

[@matthewlane518]

@Sasqautch nice! I have a respectable console collection including the Genesis and other retro systems a good amount of games too but my true collecting passion is transformers! New ones and originals! I got lots😃 and they make me happy!

[@ChaseMC215]

You showed us a screenshot of Stardew Valley when talking about Harvest Moon, they are completely different games, Peter!!!!!!

[@chrisbg99]

@watchmejumpstart Is that why they used a screenshot of Ico as an example of a "late PS2 game"?

[@YControI]

I assume no other good HD footage Is available to them otherwise (:

[@ChaseMC215]

@@YControI There are pictures of the newer Harvest Moon games out there, no? Why couldn't the editor do that?

[@ChrisParkerstudios]

@@Gatorade69 That is factually wrong. The comments section is the worst part of the channel.

[@ChrisParkerstudios]

@@Gatorade69 You'd be wrong in that assumption. Sorted for example, that channel has some of the most wholesome moments in the comments section. Well, unwholesome as well but not of the argument variety. There are other channels, a lot of Adobe and Photography channels foster a good community. I think the lowest common denominator is the material the channel is based on. Gaming, well gaming communities tend to be toxic. One exception might be GW2's but honestly, that's gotten a huge bit of toxicity in it now as well.

[@dorrangodfrey6413]

Bioshock was released in august 2007 - nowhere near 2008. They did the same thing with GTA San Andreas... it released in late October 2004 - xbox and pc releases in 2005 do not count as new games. Great series, but I'm not sure what's up with the timeline mistakes.

[@RewindVideoz]

They have a lot of errors in their videos its really annoying 😒 I highly doubt they actually even play any of these as well

[@ashleythomas4112]

True, Bioshock got ported to PS3 in 2008, so I guess that's what they meant. Of course it released in 2007 on PC and 360 though. I'm not sure I'd say August is nowhere near the end of a year but definitely far enough away not to confuse it with the next year yeah.

[@BrianMills198686]

What the f is that kid doing in that stock footage with his phone?!? Kid looking suspicious as hell.

[@darrinfromvault801]

Since they're closing in on 100 Worst Gamez Ever I'd love to see a list ranking all of the games they've played

[@effarrjay]

Love to see every Worst Game Ever Game ranked from Worst To Best.

[@connorkinsman3164]

Do they do WGE through the years or only TJ WGE?

[@Justforvisit]

@@effarrjay So, a Best Game Ever, just in reverse?

[@jmaguire2232]

#1: The stock market.

[@fandangobrandango7864]

Thanks America!

[@thatdude4542]

I'm sorry but Jumper the film was awesome and didn't deserve a fraction of the hate it got.

[@shawnfields2369]

I've seen Jumper myself, in theaters, in 2008. But it was when nothing else was on, and I was extremely bored at the time, so I had low expectations for it. But I came out of the movie, really liking what I had just seen. I was only 15 at the time, but I definitely liked the movie too, but Griffin's character was kind of annoying at times, and would not shut up for most of it. Sure, the movie wasn't reviewed well, but I personally enjoyed it. It was basically like what if you had the power of Instant Transmission, and could go anywhere you wanted? A low budgeted superhero movie basically. And maybe Hayden Christensen's best role. It definitely made up for his roles in the 2 Star Wars Prequels, and I'm not even a fan of Star Wars in the slightest. Seriously, I don't really care about the franchise, but while this is going off topic, and just me rambling, sorry about that. But I just want to say, I very highly respect Mark Hamill for being an awesome actor and a nice guy in real life, and for the iconic roles he's given us, like The Joker, or even Goro Majima(from the English version of ps2 game Yakuza 2). But I do agree with you to a point, I did think Jumper(the movie), was awesome, but not like, best movie of the year, because we had Iron Man, and Tropic Thunder; so while Jumper wasn't the best superhero movie or best movie of 2008, it's definitely one of the top films of 2008, and definitely an overlooked, underrated, overly and wrongly hated, as well as unjustly hated movie; that while not perfect, was definitely worth your time. I think people just hated it because of Hayden Christensen's role in the Star Wars prequels, and didn't give it a chance. But it had a good villain, and the acting was good, (even if Griffin was the most obnoxious character in the entire movie). But I did at least like how the game attempts to make his obnoxiousness and hatred towards the main bad guy make some sense, and attempt to flesh out his motives for why he does what he does, but their execution of said experience, wasn't worth the effort.

[@MrBerniemcgovern]

I imagine that if I wait long enough, I can re-binge all your videos hoping I forgot them. You guys are the biggest, softest, plush band-aid for our achingly modern minds ~

[@ramrodbldm9876]

Wow man you're a real carnivore

[@EPrimeify]

I only clicked because I saw Neil in the thumbnail. I LOVED Art Attack as a kid. Surprised it came over here to Canada from its original UK.

[@fgaze72]

wow i never knew that pitbull presented deal or no deal in the US

[@shawnfields2369]

Yet another reason why pitbull sucks and continues to suck, even to this day... and mainly because he's still just the dumb party guy, who can't make a competent song, to save his life. Seriously, every song he makes, is just him reusing the same song every single time. Dude can't stop repeating or remaking the same song. It's always awful, everytime; so even him presenting a popular US show like deal or no deal, can't help him. I don't personally care about deal or no deal, never watched it, always seemed boring to me, I don't like game shows. Tell me, has there ever been ANY reason whatsoever to ever like anything pitbull's put out? Because he's always been one of the WORST musicians ever; and quite possibly the worst tv game show host ever too.

[@runratchetrun]

"how nice some of the graphics on other later PS2 games..." shows Ico...

[@only1smally]

Fun fact - Neil Buchanon is now a metal guitarist 🤘

[@mrdth1987]

I had to Google if that was true and oh shit that is awesome lol

[@fandangobrandango7864]

He's been a metal guitarist since the 70s when he formed Marseille.

[@chrisbg99]

Gonna have to call you out for putting Ico as a late PS2 game. I think you probably meant to put Shadow of the Colossus there.

[@werecomingforyou9041]

Devil may cry 4 wasn’t on ps2, guys! Just a heads up. Love that game though

[@shawnfields2369]

No, but DMC4 did come out in 2008, on the 360, and ps3.

[@SammyPfoten95]

I wouldn't say vampire rain was Metal gear with vampires, but splinter cell.. due to how similar the Character looks to Sam Fisher

[@daxernsthenobody]

"With many good titles to grace our consoles and PCs" *proceeds to show Silent Hill Homecoming*

[@SirDragonKing]

5:02 I'm 99% sure that this is Stardew Valley, not Harvest Moon!

[@KingKool2099]

I was just coming here going to say this... I haven't played the Harvest Moon games, but I played the crap out of Stardew Valley for a while.

[@CandyHatsuneWolff]

"Best of Tests DS, DS." Say that five times fast.

[@TheManInTheLongBlackCoat]

I’m a simple man. I see Neil Buchanan, I click like.

[@Nbflowers1989]

Such a fun series and channel!

[@endymallorn]

Which Toys R Us was that they showed a picture of? Because I'm getting strong vibes of the one that was in NJ.

[@stewroo]

That identikit of child Peter walking through ToysRUs is a cursed image. Oh god, never again.

[@alexbenton6306]

You really gotta clarify statements like “third best ever” with the ending of that statement included I.E. “according to metacritic”

[@nil0ww598]

Ooohh little big planet how i miss you

[@rhysjackson2597]

Surprised that Dynamite 100 didn't make an appearance here, that was released in '08 I think!

[@RazgulTheKind]

So obligatory I love you guys and what you do (I mean that genuinely, I've been watching your content throughout all of the pandemic) *but*, I really wish you wouldn't use the generic youtube friendly music as such a crutch. I understand it doesn't effect the quality of the content at all but I really feel like you guys deserve more of a unique identity and the generic music used by 1000s of other youtubers doesn't really help that. I know music licensing is expensive and original music can't just be summoned out of thin air but I really hope you guys look into some alternatives in the future. Regardless I'm still going to watch your content either way, just wanted to have my say. Keep up the good work homies.

[@TheRealEclipse1]

What is that kid doing with his phone lol 3:00

[@colingznetworkplus4618]

Did they just call sonic unleashed bad? It’s so good

[@RewindVideoz]

Vampire rain on ps3 was way superior then the 360 version! Did you actually even play it?! Not saying it's a perfect game but do some actual research...

[@thisjustin6529]

🎶 You’re so two thousand and late 🎵

[@jamesmeppler6375]

Thanks for such a well put together video, you're all stars, don't you go anywhere. But don't stay up for me

[@misterblakk3690]

Dracula Dead and Lovin' It doesn't get enough credit. Amazing movie. lol

[@mrmusickhimself]

Peter MacNicol was an amazing Renfield.

[@valestivale4711]

The only thing I dont really like is that these arent *real* games. These are shovelware titles

[@arup02]

This is my favorite KZbin series

[@retrovideogamejunkie]

At least they fix vampire rain cover art XD

[@krvgames9258]

Older games of the PS2, shows Resident Evil 4. Did you guys forget that Resident Evil 4 was released for the GameCube, not the PS2?

[@PriceAintRight]

Finally, Triple Jump is spending time with me.

[@RUOK2000]

Why is every word the narrator says now extended by 1 second is that to extend the video length

[@crystalgoddess4085]

"Late PS2 titles", proceeds to show Devil May Cry 4, a PS3 title.

[@denisestevam2368]

2 Of Greatest Games of All Time Made in 2008: Grand Theft Auto IV and Metal Gear Solid 4 😀

[@justin9181]

You guys never answer anyone but I love this segment !!

[@Robocopnik]

Wait, Metal Gear with Vampires... is just Metal Gear.

[@_fadingcolors]

Did you post a Screenshot of Ico while saying "late ps2"? Haha

[@Nah_Mate_Aint_Nowt]

Clickbaited by Neil Buchanan.... Thats... thats on me

[@MakoTitanArmy]

To be fair, Metal Gear Solid with Vampires is just Metal gear Solid.

[@teknomax7883]

About "The incredible maze" : there's a similar game that does it well: Marble Saga, Kororinpa. You can also throw Mercury Meltdown In there

[@PupRiku]

I had to do a double take on the Toy Shop cover art. That skateboard at the bottom is kinda Sus at first glance. With a capital S.

[@agudgorl]

I dunno about Silent Hill Homecoming being "brilliant" there, Peter.

[@guybrush20X6]

Spogs Racing? Does that title sound like a slur to anyone else? Not sure who against but it definitely feels nasty to say.

[@caseymauldin8396]

Seriously I think your lists like these are backed by data are the best.

[@TJDious]

Your face is backed by data.

[@darrinfromvault801]

I love this series even if its basically just them browsing Metacritic then making a list

[@adamschindley8732]

Iron Man was like..(I'll be polite here) Superman 64 2.1 LOL

[@greenreaper1605]

Bioshock came out in 2007

[@jz2187]

I never liked people that stretch 4:3 games to widescreen, makes your credibility plummet to 0.

[@sophie_drachen]

As a woman, pretty much all the games for the DS that are targeted towards us are insultingly bad with nonsensical plots or lack thereof. For example the Imagine games that Ubisoft made. Games made for girls don't have to be awful in order to cater to us. (I will compliment the series on one thing, the wide array of games based on different occupations).

[@eh.meh.493]

marge will forever be a nightmare for me now

[@SantiagoMonroy5]

Aw man, i really hoped you would have liked Sonic Unleashed :(

[@hyperleap4876]

9:00 The Metaverse is looking good

[@theautisticfilmmaker1944]

Spectrobes: Beyond the Portal is the greatest Nintendo DS game of 2008.

[@poisonjunebug]

Holy nostalgia that game kicked so much ass

[@theautisticfilmmaker1944]

@@poisonjunebug damn! That Spectrobes game is getting more hot ass! Then, we need to play Scarlet Nexus for PS4 on Easter Sunday, right?

[@rmoore2nd619]

6:42 can finally say I bought one of these games 😂 shit was horrible. Even if you got caught, weapons were useless since you got killed in one or two hits

[@orpheus..]

1) You showed Ico as a "late PS2 game" when it was not. 2) You used Stardew Valley's footage when talking about Harvest Moon. 3) Bashing on Game Party 2 only because 6 out of its 11 games are the same as the previous game is dumb. With that reasoning you should be criticizing ALL FIFA and most CoD games considering they're basically all the same game year after year. 4) You implied that Deal or No Deal was the Wii's worst rated game of all time...just to say 80 seconds later that Spogs Racing took home that accolade. So which one is it? Is it Deal or No Deal or Spogs Racing? You can't have 2 "worst rated games of all time". So between the editing and the script... this wasn't a good vid, guys. Sorry. PS: FYI it was Spogs Racing. Of course it was Spogs Racing.

[@deanchur]

I didn't mind Jumper :(

[@CorrespondentCat]

Missed a trick by not making an actual peripheral for the Maze game.

[@crapoleon]

Fallout 3 is all I remember from 2008

[@twilson6283]

I hate how I’ve played and owned a lot of the games talked about in this series .

[@Crimzen2000]

We need more Ashton vids!!! No offence Ben and Peter.

[@chancespivey1781]

Damn, was jumper really that bad

[@Spacething7474]

the game (i believe the 360 and wii/ps2 versions are different) and movie soundtrack are genuinely good!

[@chancespivey1781]

@@Spacething7474 like, I kinda like the movie. It had a alright concept.

[@MrJholshouser41]

You're like WatchMojo but not terrible

[@stephenchase2537]

What were they thinking?

[@ShinyShinyIsAlwaysBeingSerious]

Spogs racing is the best racing game ever made...

[@donjohnson7768]

was Army of Two a joke?

[@ajaxprice3439]

"Harvest Moon", shows Stardew Valley. C'mon guys and gals.

[@ericbilly]

why does spog sound like something insulting a british would call someone from like, birmingham or something

[@redfoxbennaton]

Jumper a Griffin story isn't that bad.

[@gfslamguitar]

Jumper is the only game I've ever thrown in the trash. After snapping in half of course.

[@colingznetworkplus4618]

Ball tilting mazes are good though just not as full games

[@JesseWilliam95]

They really did some trash to our boy Sonic. That movie would have been shite too.

[@dustinjackson6763]

Am sorry 😔

[@williamsmith666]

Moral of the story; the Wii was a horrible idea.

[@alexanderackerman3807]

The Wii has some pretty good games like Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 3, Skyward Sword and Xenoblade. It's just pretty much everything besides the dozen or so games you would want to buy a Wii for are garbage

[@jesseforce9933]

2008 and a few of the following years were dog schidt compared to the PS2, XBOX, and Gamecube days just a few years before. Creativity was dead and nearly everything was a first person shooter or stuff for old people and little kids to play on the Wii. Yeah, fug u late, 2000's. What started off so interesting and optimistic turned to total dog schidt.

[@panterarosa4325]

You also forgot on the best of 2008 disgaea 3 valkyria chronicles and soul calibur 4

[@slanderman3296]

I miss Blampied

[@christopherlambertlambert4082]

Can we ban DS and wii games from these lists? So much shite shovelware that's bad but not in an interesting way.

[@mattshark7665]

GTA IV being the third best rated game is a bit of a travesty

[@stevenwalters3962]

What this lists have shown me is the the DS had some terrible games

[@jadedheartsz]

Sonic Unleashed is a good game.

[@insignificantaftermathPROJECTS]

When are you going to do a Worst Games Of 2038!

[@death5talker45]

The Wii and DS had a lot of Bad Games

[@unknownunknown7393]

11:42 Neil Buchanan? really? LOL

[@scraf7207]

Running out of years boys

[@pleasesmokes5286]

I broke my Xbox controller playing jumper that game really was horrible

[@TheSuperuser49]

I kinda enjoyed the Jumper movie

[@shawnfields2369]

Me too. Granted, I haven't seen it since 2008, but I remember enjoying it fairly well. I was only 15 at the time; but I liked it. Seems like Jumper(the movie), gets a lot of unfair hate, and wasn't that bad, really. I'd give it a 70% out of 100. It wasn't the best superhero movie of 2008(because we had Iron Man), but it was a fun movie. Especially near the end. And the main bad guy was a cunning main bad guy, and the whole plot was basically just what if you had Instant Transmission? And what would you do with it? So, while not a great movie, it's not 35% material. It's at least a 70%. Maybe a bit lower, but it wasn't that bad. It's just basically a low budget superhero movie, but that's not a bad thing.

[@RIPzippyshare]

NFS Undercover should be in this list

[@zonesproductions]

I clicked on this video because of Neil Buchanan. Good video but not enough Neil!

[@RenewedAurora]

It's wild how much I enjoyed Game Party 2

[@MrBooloo]

Silent Hill Homecoming highly rated? Lmao.

[@gabriels.carvalho4852]

Sonic Unleashed is not that bad! The werehog levels though... I feel like they're almost always walking the line between mildly amusing and boring as fuck.

[@saddogo5415]

I think considering unleashed as bad a bit overplayed

[@justsomeguy2743]

I must be the only person who actually like iron man the game as a kid anyways I loved flying around blowing shit up, as a kid I was weird man