AVGN Behind the Scenes and Nerd Room Tour 2021 - Cinemassacre

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See the detailed process of Making an AVGN episode, in this older (out of date) behind-the-scenes video, that also counts as episode 102, with the featured game being Barbie (NES)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

[@JamesNintendoNerd]

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.

[@didma]

OK

[@peepnox7747]

:)

[@PowerTheGamer]

YOOOOOOOOOOO

[@jaytahoe]

Awesome!

[@user-ic1tk6tl1u]

I am not interested

[@Yuriofwind]

Really appreciate that you're still around dude.

[@FuzzyGunz]

Hi Yuri

[@AGameNetwork]

2nd that.

[@nukedukem614]

YURI

[@rudecrudesociallyunaccepta2200]

I strongly concur.

[@SumTr011]

@@juliansmith4153 yes

[@SkulShurtugalTCG]

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]

Same here, like some type of annual update.

[@wowgek7]

I keep running into you on youtube lol

[@juandemarko8348]

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

[@wingnut5404]

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]

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

[@incognitro7634]

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]

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.

[@ChristopherAndersonPirate]

It’s crazy to think that he has made 300+ videos and has 20 years of movie making experience, but he can’t figure out simple things like his microphone or how to set up a PC that isn’t Mac. I always thought James was more technologically advanced with his background in film and all he had to do shown in Cinemassacre 200, but maybe he just stopped caring after a certain point since he has a family and settled down.

[@themegamaster5550]

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]

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

[@funsyminn]

huh?

[@islandplace7235]

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

[@piponoocio4035]

The Cesarito?

[@mcryan24]

​@@piponoocio4035XD wena ql

[@deathlyheaven]

IT’S 80S WOOD

[@AsurasWrath164]

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

[@Jesterroni]

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

[@thunderstorm6438]

@@Jesterroni It's 5:40

[@thefoundingwaifu]

THIS WAS SOME TOUGH 80S WOOD!

[@matthewdavidson5377]

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]

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]

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

[@ragingfred]

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]

they're all "epic" to me

[@craigusselman546]

pepsiman was cool too!

[@kentedgarhudson7488]

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

[@clwww]

Why

[@aaks]

why

[@wpc999]

Why

[@paulbuffano985]

Why

[@CelestialHunter-]

Why

[@Jacktrack7]

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

[@DungeonWolf42]

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]

You are a genius

[@Zeqweery]

doing god's work

[@andykishore]

My favourite quotes from this video.

[@GamePlayMetal]

As if I'm not aware.

[@SaulmanPhishbass]

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

[@ZainKhan-kg6qr]

this is my favorite AVGN episode

[@ghostface320]

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

[@joe.bob9999]

7:14 There it is, the legend

[@sqipio3358]

It is a wrong thing

[@Mene0]

Came here looking for it, thanks

[@brady9592]

Behold

[@theslimbin]

Only possible with that specific tripod head

[@arnoldmmbb]

Understood the reference

[@dezodro]

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]

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.

[@jaytahoe]

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

[@retroguy2525]

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]

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

[@rooseveltNovember]

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

[@frankwest8836]

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

[@jaytahoe]

@@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.

[@simon4casy]

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]

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

[@youknowwho9247]

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

[@adrock8203]

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]

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]

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

[@erik2311]

This video is a goldmine for memes.

[@andykishore]

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]

Your moms videos are goldmines for ph

[@minecraft200]

@@darrenparis4742 real mature kid.

[@quopquop1506]

@@minecraft200 real mature kid.

[@MrProg-ey3tl]

@@quopquop1506 real mature kid.

[@bujo1104]

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

[@cookieface80]

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

[@bujo1104]

@@cookieface80 nope, go do some homework

[@General_Griffin]

@@cookieface80 How was that meant to be funny?

[@LinkBlade24]

08 seems like yesterday

[@trebla-nehc]

@@cookieface80 bro what

[@Harmonica821]

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]

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

[@binjobeer5137]

He's the reasonably annoyed video game nerd

[@jaytahoe]

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

[@MozTS]

Too much ambien

[@necrosadotor]

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

[@jrc-kb3ug]

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

[@AugusteDupin752]

Exactly. No need to get fancy.

[@KalosArmos]

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

[@AgentZombieMan]

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]

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

[@residualwaste5038]

Action 52 is one of my favorites

[@tehkill3r]

i like both styles, they complement eachother.

[@Thickolas]

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]

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

[@pudgypunkk]

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

[@JimKav1]

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

[@Ninten70]

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

[@joselombana8381]

Ninja Gaiden is my favorite.

[@mauricio8778]

Moonwalker is almost entire his acting.

[@trolololololll]

I like the Hydlides so much

[@brianpatrick6308]

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

[@rrpostalagain]

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

[@andykishore]

21:14

[@midwesternlassalle]

As if I'm not aware.

[@Jay_SUBZ3R0]

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]

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

[@angolin9352]

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]

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

[@Jerry_Freestyle]

@@kejiri3593 Or it could be Shi-Pickle

[@kejiri3593]

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

[@jon_deluxe]

I could listen to James talk about anything for hours.

[@ItsRyan265]

Same 😁

[@Funky_Priestess]

Me toooo!

[@MaisDennis]

me three

[@yunivor3146]

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

[@clockworkcrazy5121]

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

[@Alcoholica1989]

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]

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]

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]

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

[@n1njahawkssecondchannel84]

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

[@n1njahawkssecondchannel84]

@@Thomasmemoryscentral I agree

[@HulksterInHeaven]

so many lives were saved when this video was published

[@SiigmaGunnerOfficial]

5 OV UM

[@onebladeprop]

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]

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]

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

[@nosferadu]

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

[@parkermaik]

^this. def. prefer the basic episodes!

[@VidtopiaEntertainment]

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

[@konradfun]

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

[@hugoleonardoamaral586]

Yes, they are as entertaining as any other AVGN episode

[@kenrickeason]

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

[@riffbw]

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

[@Snivy102]

This whole video gives me a huge amount of anxiety

[@dannybursace9151]

Dude you might need a shrink

[@Beunibster]

@@dannybursace9151 or a drink

[@ReizokoRyu]

Get medicated

[@radekmilewicz6192]

@@ReizokoRyu Get sedated with a Gameboy

[@ReizokoRyu]

@@radekmilewicz6192 I WANNA GET SEDATED WITH A GAAAAMEBOYYY!

[@LucienYT]

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

[@gamemasterreviews630]

Whatever happened to that guy

[@Wundarrphul]

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

[@laszloszegedi5465]

Hahahahaha you think they still talk? :D

[@manueltapia1859]

But he was re survived in the Ikari Warriors episode hehe

[@jerelminter]

@@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.

[@TrialzGTAS]

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]

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]

I live in NJ too

[@taslucas]

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]

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

[@quentinparhiala9415]

I agree with you Lucas

[@quentinparhiala9415]

@@jakehyland5067 same with me

[@SoupcanTactics]

Totally agree. More basic vids would be awesome!

[@arbaltgerbalt7712]

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

[@darkknight1938]

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]

no one would watch that anymore though

[@markus7166]

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

[@thedislikebutton1907]

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

[@MrKrewie]

​@@thedislikebutton1907no just you 😂

[@agentadrex]

@@MrKrewieyou too

[@langostanostra]

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

[@johnhollo6881]

Mine too

[@BigLord]

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!

[@sabrinamiller3671]

Hear, hear!

[@floatmeon]

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

[@alexsilva28]

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

[@paulsmith9192]

@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]

Oh boy did this age like milk

[@Asteroidpine]

Famous last words

[@KevinLuper99]

@@dragonforcerules288 how

[@HiCZoK]

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

[@kingofaesthetics9407]

It's honestly masochistic.

[@onlypuppy7]

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

[@houstonhelicoptertours1006]

@@onlypuppy7 Sounds like something a simpleton would say

[@onlypuppy7]

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

[@spangsman]

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

[@alphabrother6823]

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

[@StuPiasshole]

How is that weird?

[@soursugar4867]

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

[@Deoxys911]

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)!

[@zerocooler7]

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.

[@awill891]

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 KZbin since 2005 so he's been with me half my life and AVGN has always made me smile, thanks James!

[@johnathonturner2279]

Neither of you watched the video clearly.

[@mariogallego5513]

@@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]

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

[@alexscott3971]

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

[@michaelfissel1357]

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]

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]

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

[@bigchungus4722]

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

[@Idunno_fry]

Then you haven't seen many inefficient setups.

[@AWESOMO-iv6bq]

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

[@andrewholder9865]

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

[@MrMatox323]

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]

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

[@Golem29]

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.

[@jfgjvfvkfsjn3472]

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

[@KRYPTIC05]

Fax.

[@scoot1798]

Exactly.

[@vanguze]

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

[@wingnut5404]

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.

[@maxbetatron]

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

[@sswishbone]

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

[@Cuuuuuuurtis]

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

[@UltimateGamerCC]

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

[@physioverba]

love these kind of videos!

[@kyuuby1391]

Hi James, I havent watched your videos in a while. I discovered this video because of Folding Ideas. I just wanted to say that your content has meant a ton to me for many many years. As far as I can tell, you are one of the hardest-working content creators on the Internet. I have so much admiration for your work and hope you realise that the people hating your content are a loud, obnoxious *minority*. If this career brings you joy, please do this forever. I have absolutely no issues with basic episodes. Sometimes i wanna see a skit and sometimes I wanna hear a discussion about a video game. And if one day you feel the need to step away, that is so okay. Best of luck, bud.

[@nickfalzone7955]

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.

[@-The-Darkside]

I can't unsee it now either.

[@winlover37]

Wow I can't unsee it now. That's pretty funny

[@arandomexplosion]

King behavior

[@realtetria]

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

[@UltimateGamerCC]

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

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Do basic episodes, back to your roots.

[@danieln5041]

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

[@joandarc441]

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

[@felipesoares5900]

This.

[@GreenSabre187]

amen that's basically what I thought

[@umanoomgombi3842]

He cant afford to do that.

[@peenweinerstein6969]

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

[@Progger11]

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

[@peterszalai6056]

There goes the onion!

[@ValerieHeart]

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.

[@nickfalzone7955]

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]

That's how sad and pathetic this setup is.

[@dragonforcerules288]

There goes the onion

[@SynthfulDuck]

This is so baffling 🤣

[@jackbaldry]

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.

[@gogeeeter]

James, the work you do is absolutely incredible. Seeing the behind the scenes stuff is very humbling and appreciated. Rock on dude.

[@imagemachinefilm]

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.

[@jtballer11]

Was this read off of a teleprompter?

[@richyvandamme]

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

[@ΒΞΔΝ]

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."

[@UnclePhil73]

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.

[@mitchzurbrigg2403]

When I started watching you I wasn't even in highschool. Now I'm almost 30. Thanks for always taking me back to the past.

[@princeakeem716]

"I'm obsessive about organizing" >duct tapes tripods to ceiling Pick one

[@General_Griffin]

Lol What a silly comment... Those are two totally different behaviors you're trying to compare.

[@princeakeem716]

@@cloudseven9041 when I have space limitations I just organize better so I don't have to duct tape things to my ceiling

[@seigeengine]

He organized his tripods onto the ceiling, what's your problem?

[@panqueque445]

"BJ which is Board James" Riiiiiight. My homework folder is for homework.

[@jerelminter]

Get your mind out of the gutter. 😂

[@Aeolous1]

isnt your pc suffocating with that placement

[@releasedakracken5175]

Out of all the KZbinrs 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]

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

[@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641]

Agreed. Other KZbinrs 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]

@@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641 actually I don't

[@Nicomanism]

@@mcmlxxxviimcmxcvi8641 what happened to DougWalker kek

[@JBles825]

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.

[@aletz894]

Word

[@quentinparhiala9415]

me to JeffWick825

[@Edexote]

You just did!

[@d.t.simonbelmont]

Same here, my friend. Man is a legend.

[@donaldplante7092]

Idem. I love everything he does.

[@backloggedgamer9338]

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]

Feels like that for years

[@MrJuanrock89]

Make things at your own pace James, we appreciate your work, it's always fun in whatever way you can manage

[@HereIsRick]

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]

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]

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

[@EQOAnostalgia]

@@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]

@@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]

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

[@razmatazz9310]

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

[@KongisMyDog]

I actually enjoy the basic videos a lot, it takes me back to the past of your early videos. Whatever you need to do to keep yourself mentally and physically healthy is what the fans want. Thank you for the years of entertainment.

[@pharaohosam]

This was great, James. I'm so, so glad you're still around making AVGN episodes. This coming from someone from your generation that is just as nostalgic as you.

[@Dalton_Boardman2000]

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]

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.

[@metfan999]

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

[@BlazeTheGamer1]

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]

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

[@TheRetroGamerEnthusiast]

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

[@incaseofimportantnegotiations]

most modern affordable furniture is sawdust and glue. wood is premium luxury items noww

[@mattlewis8889]

Angry Onion Nerd

[@ichthys4396]

We need an HGTV special dedicated to fixing James' setup

[@MT-or7lv]

sorry, did you "drill" a hole in your tough 80's wood or did you chop a hole in the tough 80's wood? Just curious.

[@BJWeNeedUDefendingUsWithZeMG42]

He broke a hole through it using a Robertson screwdriver.

[@RaccoonWithMatches]

I am so happy that James is taking his work/life balance seriously. He still takes his work seriously, but also takes the time for his family. I'll stick around for another 15 years if he keeps making videos.

[@11gingin]

the book is comming. im sorry april

[@Groypette]

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

[@fnxych3penicillin350]

Hey James. Just want to let you know that I've been a fan since 2007. I kept watching every episode upon release since I discovered you until now. I was 13 years old back then and I'm 27 now. I've never missed an episode. Just to give you different opinion from a long time fan regarding those who complain about the recent episodes, I never came to the same conclusion that the recent episodes were going stale until I've read those type of comments. I still enjoyed every episode just like the time I discovered you back in 2007.

[@bowechosqualler]

Same here!! I can't believe I've been watching for so long; to this day i'm excited when he uploads.

[@Saxysaboy77]

Same here!

[@Deoxys911]

Ditto.

[@NatonJolyBotogoske]

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.

[@tomasatlarge]

I’ve been watching your content for more than 10 years and you’re a total inspiration man. Keep on truckin’

[@SwearfoGod.]

This video essentially proves that James loves feeling sorry for himself more than his livelihood or career

[@AndrooTheNerd]

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!

[@MASTEROFEVIL]

100th like

[@nicolewhite3157]

James mentioned board james *HE MENTIONED BOARD JAMES* Maybe there really is hope

[@thatonedinosaur6939]

I hope so man, I hope so

[@timothybierwirth7509]

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

[@SiigmaGunnerOfficial]

"there goes the onion" "since then we've all been vaccinated" this surely is a video

[@JM-tf4nk]

Dude just keep it simple, that’s probably what 80% of your fan base wants, don’t over think it

[@Tillyard86]

Did you watch this video at all?

[@dragonforcerules288]

Considering 50% of the viewers left, i don't think thats true hahaha

[@MetroPolo1]

James, you are allowed to do wathever the f*** you want. You are pioneer and a 15 year man in a medium that most people only can sustain around 2 or 3 years. Simple episodes are great, btw.

[@nightruler666]

I didnt like the vegas episode cause I didnt understand the reference

[@JayDeeIsMyName]

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

[@phantomikon]

Serious question here. What does James wife do?

[@HSAnt963]

I’ve grown out of the AVGN content in the recent years because I’ve learn to appreciate James as a creator much much more with Monster Madness, movie talks etc. He’s more than just the Nerd to me now and whatever projects he’s going forward with…I’ll be on board for it. ❤️

[@ChristianAVS]

Same

[@ducko5404]

In my opinion there was huge amount of James Rolfe himself on the early AVGN. It became kinda caricatyte of the character later on. Which shows by the lacking of soft spoken casual talking and footage of his real life stuff