I Answer Your Questions (Q & A) - Retro Bird

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I Answer Your Questions (Q + A) - Retro Bird
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[@RetroBirdGaming]

I tried to answer as many questions as I could (both in the video as well as in the comments). If yours isn't answered, I will try to answer more questions at some point in the future! I'm still working on answering questions in the comments too!

[@Soonjai]

Do you know that Timmy guy?

[@roberto1519]

You probably aren't familiar with Monster Rancher 2 for the PS1, there, you can feed your monsters Magic Bananas, its effect is random, but the best possible result is that it can increase your monster's lifespan for one or two weeks, if I remember correctly. Still, an item that fits your description of what's more important in them is the magic.

[@rotallyPumpered]

I really enjoy this channel. Lighthearted and fun, but the videos explore each topic really well. I don't often comment on KZbin videos, but the way that this channel explores subjects really inspires me. You're doing a great job!

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Thank you!

[@Shishkebarbarian]

Yeah i only discovered this channel a few days ago but it's already my favorite retro gaming/collecting channel!

[@kixb4632]

Not gonna lie man the retro bird song is ridiculous and amazing. Found it goofy at first, hated and loved it.. And now I sing it to myself sometimes outta nowhere, usually when grilling.

[@tomb8430]

Happens to me too... I found myself singing that song to myself when I found and bought a CRT TV.

[@enriquepinero707]

Your feelings about Atari era games reflect mine exactly. I am always indecisive about getting the Atari Flashback collection on the Switch because I really have no interest in anything prior to NES and Sega Matster System games; but I respect their historical significance. That being said; I think the Atari Flashback collection would be the best way to get all those games in one purchase and it has alot of extras that make it a good museum piece.

[@polycube868]

I feel the same way...I get Atari are historically significant, but the games are so primitive they feel like ancient history.

[@80sDudeTV]

The Retro Bird outro song is my next ringtone for sure! ;)

[@anthonyw5261]

This channel is a blast!!!! So happy this Q&A popped up. Been backtracking for about a month. Hope another Q&A pops up. The content is competent and fun 😁 ❤

[@ironclad8093]

I'm glad to see your subscribers is increasing. I think your channel is the best retro game channel on youtube and I look forward to your videos every week.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Thank you!

[@elliottvaughn700]

The quality of the channel and the videos have had me assume it was already huge given the great topic and tidy format/delivery. Grow grow grow!

[@Savitor]

Banana: cut in half long way, Hershey chocolate bar pieces on top, melt in toaster oven, enjoy.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Sounds great!

[@jessescollection485]

1: what are your options on the Pikmin series 2: what are your opinions on Wario and the Wario games 3: what are your opinions on Mario party despite not being very competitive?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I LOVE Pikmin, but specifically 1 and 3. I also love the Wario games. Especially Wario Land 1 and 4. And for competitive games, I do make an exception for Mario Party because I find it to be a blast.

[@jessescollection485]

@@RetroBirdGaming yeah I’m only up to the second one and it’s certainly different to the first one. Looks gorgeous though on my Wii with component cables and set to 4:3 Follow up question, what are your opinions on Mario kart double dash’s co-op mode if you said you prefer co-op style games?

[@SlasherMiniFilms]

Excellent Q&A, fast paced and well executed like the rest of your videos! I still maintain the opinion that Bananas and the Bread Clip Collection are 2 of the best running jokes in retro game YouTubing. Absolutely priceless.

[@antusFireNova]

1) how much time do you spend making a video on average? 2) what percentage of your game collection have you played? 3) which are your most played consoles? Edit: extra questios: 4) since you love bananas so much, what do you think of donkey kong games? (Specifically the ones that aren't Country or the 80s arcade games) 5) how often do you play games with your kids? (If you have any)

[@RetroBirdGaming]

1. I spend about 40 hours total on the channel each week (if you count planning, creating, brainstorming, KZbin comments etc.) 2. I've played 95% of my games. Still haven't beaten a lot of them though. Lot of games I'd like to replay as well. 3. Most played consoles are Super Nintendo and Genesis. 4. I haven't really played much of the Donkey Kong games outside the big ones. 5. No kids but I've played games like Smash Bros with my friend's kids.

[@antusFireNova]

@@RetroBirdGaming kinda late but thanks a lot!

[@n64fanboy95]

I haven't posted in a while, but never miss a video. Glad to see your subs growing steadily. Keep up the great work! Is there a time frame when you'll likely be in position to make merch available? Is there anything supporters can do to help facilitate that? It would be awesome if you let people vote on which items or art/design concepts they'd like most. Happy holidays good sir!

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Definitely merch at some point. It seems like people want the "Get ON My Lawn" hats. I might start with those and go from there. Polling everybody on what they want is something I would consider doing. You know how I like my polls!

[@adambradley2605]

Keep up the good work, Retrobird! I'm a big fan of your friendly vibe and interesting content. One of the few channels I let bother me with notifications :D

[@the_kombinator]

In Soviet Russia, lawn gets on YOU!

[@xJeRMany]

Have you played Swagman? What did you think of it? (also your sense of humor is lovely, thanks for brightening my day!)

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Thank you! Unfortunately, I haven't played that one.

[@erneststackhouse1133]

One Xmas my wife got me an Atari Flashback. I was super happy, but the games did not age well. Frogger was really the only one that held it's ground. I then gave it away for Free to one of my son's friends who has a dad who hates spending money, but the kid told me it wasn't for him either, but his dad loves it. (probably because it was free!) I decided I wanted to play Frogger again & got the Atari Flashback Portable, but it was cheaply made & broke right away. That will probably be my last time revisiting Atari. Might not be the last time I revisit Frogger though.

[@alex64gaming]

I could be wrong but I believe at 5:01 that person was referring to the quote "Quick little story for ya". But not 100% sure

[@stashmerkin9576]

My banana question was answered! I can finally get some sleep now.

[@BigChunkySkates]

Excited for this! 1) I find that the Sega Saturn has an intangible synergy that makes it my favorite console far and away. Do you agree that there’s a certain “magic” to this console once discovered or do think people just find “their console” and when you do you know. I didn’t grow up or ever play a Saturn until my 30’s but I caught the bug a few years ago and there is no turning back… 2) do you freeze bananas for ultimate milkshake-like smoothies.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

1) The Saturn definitely just has a certain magic to it. It's unlike any other console. From it's bizarre past, treasure trove of great 2D games with equally great controller, to the weird more experimental games that never could've been commercially viable (but kick some serious butt for those willing to give them an honest chance). 2) That's the main thing my bananas get used for! Frozen bananas + Almond Milk is all you need. Basically healthy milkshakes that I can pound down with reckless abandon.

[@VideoGameOwnage123]

I second this buddy. I just discovered my love for it this year. Most underrated library by far imo.

[@videoarchive3166]

Hey! Long time no see, I have to ask: 1. What are your feelings about those extra inserts in games that aren’t the manual (e.g. Nintendo power, leaflets?) 2. Pen or Pencil? 3. What is your most favorite food combination which would be contrary to popular beliefs?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

1. Depends. The more related it is to the game the better. 2. Pencil 3. Ketchup with Macaroni and Cheese (gotta be fancy mac)

[@franzbinett9416]

You seem to be the most caring person for your subscribers. I like it. Don't change... Too much.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I definitely love the heck of my subscribers! Lot of passion and good vibes from these people and I want to do them right!

[@pip7967]

3 parter question. 1. Bananas or Pizza? 2. Hobbies outside of gaming? 3. What music do you enjoy?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

1. I enjoy Pizza more when I eat it, but bananas are healthier and I eat them more often. So, Bananas. 2. Rollerblading + Super Soakers 3. I have a weird dynamic with music

[@pip7967]

@@RetroBirdGaming 1. You 2. Are 3. AWESOME!!!

[@ArmadilloAl]

Well, yeah, of course today is the best day in the history of gaming...you have everything that came out before today, plus today's gaming news! And tomorrow will be even better, since it will have everything we have plus more! In fact, since you uploaded this yesterday, it is now tomorrow, and I can confirm this is now the best day in gaming history. Isn't this awesome?

[@nathanlamont9920]

My favorite YT gaming channel by far. I always look forward to his videos even if I'm not interested in the topic.

[@monkeylick]

My wife got me a NES for Xmas - I received the same gift when I was a kid, exactly 25 years earlier! We've really been enjoying Joust, which got me wondering about some of your favourite NES-era arcade ports? Thanks for keeping the spirit alive!

[@RetroBirdGaming]

What's great about NES ports is they are almost like entirely new games. Mike Tyson and Contra are two of my faves for sure.

[@supersmallchibiwolf872]

6:13 Thanks for answering my question hopefully Nintendo brings us a new F-Zero and Star Fox game for the Nintendo Switch next year. Cool video. ^_^

[@mamoruisamu1]

I love your humor and thoughtfulness and look forward to more, but this was a nice change of pace. Enjoyed it!

[@cultofdis]

You're quickly becoming one of my favorite retro game youtubers. So glad I found your channel! Hope you had a great Christmas and happy new year!

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Thank you and happy holidays to you as well!

[@gregpitcher4569]

You're awesome! Really appreciate you taking the time to answer people's questions and bravo on the quick fire answers

[@jacobbaranowski]

Live Q&A ? Why? Where? When? How? Retro games 🎮 in the Afterlife...? Can you bring games 🎮 with you when you die? When is enough games,? Enough?

[@jeremie714]

Just coming by to say that I enjoy your videos a lot, it’s always a pleasure to listen to you, pal! Salut from France!

[@melancholas]

Thank you for being honest with answering how you got started, because this is excactly what I am going through right now, right equipment, software/hardware. The idea of what I want to do exists for years. But when you said "I don't want to look like an idiot", same here. I'm in my 40s now but that's nothing that holds me back to get started in 2022. While watching this vid, I am going through my setup and the "master plan" is close to become real. I hope you had great christmas days. And great questions.

[@thebigbean8783]

What videos do you plan on making? You might earn my sub if I'm interested

[@melancholas]

@@thebigbean8783 Just music creation as first channel. Now I am in the song creation process. My goal is to produce about 10-20 songs first, before uploading . Then I have to check what kind of business I am going to start, since here in Germany it is a little bit complicated when you start earning even a small amount of money That is one of the biggest failures over here that people don't report their income to the tax and revenue office. My goal isn't to become rich. But as I said, even those small things have to be prepared well. I'll let you when I am going "Online" 😁

[@thanliasko2161]

You have 2 options: 1) Go back in time and re-live some awesome gaming experiences from the past. 2) Multiply your current games collection by 10, but available gaming time remains limited. What would you choose?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I would definitely go with option #1

[@tonyp9313]

If I went back to the past I would tell game developers to make 4 player Coop games. Not just some or 2 players like most.

[@AnthonyFlack]

If my current game collection was multiplied by 10 that would actually be a problem. I think I would prefer the magical time travel experience over the game avalanche.

[@tonyp9313]

I would go back in time with my vast knowledge & just buy retro consoles I love. So Sega Genesis with the power converter. Buy a Master system controller. Buy all the Wonderboy games & whatever Master system games I like...Then buy game genie for genesis & games I like on that system. Then buy PS2 Gameshark for that PS 1 games & Compilation PS2 games. Maybe throw in a Sega Saturn. My games would be very limited though.

[@tenchimuyio]

I'm a big PS3 fan. I mostly buy or obtain the backwards compatible ones. Even the ones that don't work I like to tinker with them until they work. Fixing two right now and just bought one thru Goodwill and waiting for them to ship it to me

[@Brian_Thoms]

Have you ever pan-fried green bananas with a bit of cinnamon sugar? **chef's kiss**

[@RetroBirdGaming]

No, but that sounds great!

[@ronniea.7535]

I like your videos because you give me the chill older brother vibe. I like Halo but I like pre GTA III era, had better memories with the Sega Genesis and SNES when me and my brother used to play Mario Kart.

[@brianhatcher2799]

Four questions I can think of right off: 1.How come when I actually have the opportunity to ask you anything, I can’t really think of anything, but other times I could? 😂 2. For someone who has never owned a Sega Genesis, would you recommend just buying the system and then continually buying games or would you recommend the Sega Mini(money isn’t an issue here- it’s not like I would buy a hundred games at ONCE- haha.) 3.What’s the best strategy for getting through Earthbound quickly (at least leveling up) AND 4.Will you ever do a personal top 10, 20, 50, or 100 video games of all time list? Thanks for your consideration 😊

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I find choosing consoles is often a really personal decision. Go with your gut! I wouldn't rush through a game like Earthbound. I may do a top list at some point. We'll see.

[@brianhatcher2799]

@@RetroBirdGaming Hey, thank you so much!! I appreciate it!

[@brianhatcher2799]

@@RetroBirdGaming Yeah, games are meant to be savored, especially RPGs and adventure games. I think it’s easy for us to forget that though when we have a ton of games. I had got to like the 4th area in Earthbound and then went back somewhere else and totally forgot where I was because for whatever reason I stopped playing it. Now I will probably just start the game over again. It’s fine though.It’s a very charming and mesmerizing game.

[@thebigbean8783]

This was great. I just love every retro bird video!! I wish there was a MILLION!! Though I'd have them all watched, and I'd be coming back saying I wish there was 2 million!!!

[@the_kombinator]

will you take 9,000?

[@Level1Sword]

Too bad about Aria of Sorrow. I regret a lot of the games I got rid of, too.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Yeah, it's a bummer. I'm hoping I can find a reasonable deal at some point.

[@punknerd9747]

I have a random question for you Retro Bird, what is your favorite rock album/band and favorite movie?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

My favorite movie is Napoleon Dynamite. As for favorite rock album or band.. I'm not sure I really have one but maybe something like Franz Ferdinand if you'd count that.

[@RustyZonda]

Thanks for answering my question retro bird! Great video as usual

[@AnthonyFlack]

The biggest change to arcade games is not having to put money in them. For some games - Gauntlet is a notable example - setting to free play makes it completely risk-free and boring. The best thing you can do to restore some sense of peril to arcade games and enjoy them the way they were intended is to not credit-feed them.

[@littlelum9773]

1) Is there anything about the retro gaming community that you find bizarre or can't understand? 2) Bananas make my tummy feel strange. What do I do?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

1) There's almost nothing that surprises me at the age I'm at now. 2) Unfortunately, bananas may not be for everyone. At least when it comes to eating them yourself. They're still great for jokes.

[@jellord]

Panzer Dragoon Saga. That is probably one of the crowns of my game collection. Sitting right next to snatcher.

[@NateTheGnat]

What type of bread bag clips do you prefer, the regular one-piece clips or the more complex mechanical ones? Also, what is your favorite beat-em-up game? Final Fight? Streets of Rage? Rival Turf?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I like the one-piece clips. My favorite beat 'em up is Cadillacs and Dinosaurs. Probably one of the most overlooked great games too. I love pretty much all beat 'em ups though.

[@SeveredLegs]

This video left my hungry, yet satisfied. Fortunately I'm eating right now, as I type this.

[@wiz3421]

As much as I love the Atari 2600, I understand your side. Personally, the Atari 2600 was of interest but never a huge priority. That is until I purchased an atari flashback 9 gold with the plan of adding roms. Well it didn't work out. My friend, and fellow collector, urged me to get the atari 2600 jr. console. I obliged and wow was I amazed! 70 some games later, it is in decent rotation during gaming sessions. H.E.R.O, Pitfall 2 (with manual), Miner 2049er, & Tapper were the hardest to track down but thankfully my all time favorite Yars' Revenge wasn't lol. Anyone looking for a cheaper system to collect for, look no further. So many great games under $10. Just avoid Pac-Man lol. Also, E.T. is not as bad as it's reputation. It sure has Pac-Man beat.

[@cartridgegamer5224]

I agree Atari flashback would have been so much better with better games like Hero or Solaris.

[@wiz3421]

@@cartridgegamer5224 I also ran into the problem of not being able to add ROMs. I think mine is defective because I was following the process step for step. Solaris is awesome though. One of the few games I have complete. Incredible how much depth that game has.

[@generalsavage4103]

Counter-Strike Doom Unreal Tournament Shadow Warrior and blood

[@DanTheManCalter]

I'm glad someone else knows about the Ninja Warriors remake! Easily one of the best remasters out there

[@tonyp9313]

I 100% agree with you on that gaming is the best now & moving fwd. You simply have a lot more options to game & access to a lot more video games now. Also you have a lot more options of how to buy a game as well. Playing with friends you have more of an option & also playing anyone online who are strangers, you can do that as well. Also you have a lot more resources to search KZbin & anywhere on the internet to research video games before you buy them. I'll break it down each decade. 80's: You had either the Atari, Nes or The Sega Master System. Very limited resources of buying & researching a game to see if they were good or bad. You had to pay a game a full $80 & hope the game you bought was very good. Relying on Friends, little mom & pop shops that rented a handful of games was not good. Because of all this you maybe had 5 -10 games max. 90's: More Video game systems available like The Sega Genesis, Sega Cd, 32 X, Saturn, Snes, PS 1, N64, Turbo Graphx 16 & Dreamcast. People gamed on these systems more Genesis, Snes, Ps 1 & N64. Blockbuster video & other huge video stores were available. Local arcades with tons of games. Gaming Magazines. Huge Stores like Walmart & Toys R Us. Options were a lot better but resources stayed were better. You still had about 5-10 games max because games were $80- 100 now in those days. 2000's... Pretty much the same as the 90's but now you had emulation for retro games. Present day & future: You have way more games to access too. Via Emulation for retro games. Options to buy games are there whether you want to shop in stores or shop online. You can purchase digital titles via your console's store. Access to 1000's of games now. Also games go on sale for as little as $10 and like $4 on some of the digital games. Game pass to try out games, you can research anything you want via You tube or other websites on the internet. Gaming on your phone for free & they sell arcade Cabinets that you can put emulation of arcade games for that.

[@arbolrosa]

I have 2! Favourite song from videogames? Do you speak other languages? Merry Christmas from México!

[@arbolrosa]

Or maybe your top 5 if 1 is too little

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I really like the Gerudo Desert song from Ocarina of Time. I can sort of speak Spanish if it's slow enough.

[@Eric-rc3rn]

My favorite shoot em up is Raiden Trad

[@mzismail13]

Love your videos RB. You are hands down my favorite KZbin channel. And love the positive and inclusive attitude you bring to your videos and comments, and how you make us smile and laugh. It’s great ! So anyways, as a RB fan, it would be cool to know some simple interesting tidbits about RB - like for instance what are you into aside from video games, any other sports or hobbies that intrigue you, what line of work are you in, and how did you originally get into video games anyways ? Might be interesting for us fans to learn more about our beloved RB lol Take care RB, you’re awesome !

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I've been playing video games since I was 5 years old and some of my other hobbies include rollerblading and Super Soakers... which I've also been doing since I was 5 :)

[@earlyriser03]

Hope this isn’t too inappropriate. Your wife is a lucky woman! Total eye candy as far as I’m concerned. Keep up the great work!

[@kurtshastany1945]

Thanks for answering my question. You excell at fan service, and i respect you for that.

[@VladlustTV]

That was a fun video! You answered a lot of stuff I was curious about like the origin of the name Retro Bird.

[@kozu7213]

Happy new year. I follow your channel for year now, ussualy i listen your viddos when i am working at home

[@Ty-douken]

Ninja Saviours / Ninja Warriors remake was out in Taiwan before it was released in North America & I just happened to be in Taiwan for my engagement party. I picked up a physical copy & immediately went from airport to my buddies house & we stayed up to beat it. Love that game!

[@tr1bes]

I like your ending song.

[@MarkMezaMusic]

A condor is a pretty intimidating bird, believe me.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Yeah, I meant to say that there's definitely some birds that are pretty terrifying.

[@moka.mochi.]

What are some rare/expensive games you own and why did you buy them? Is there any stories to go with any of them?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

This question will be answered in the video :)

[@gregorys9629]

Thanks for answering my question re favourite Castlevania game! Keep up the great work :)

[@timj3788]

This was great. Thanks for doing this.

[@PhilWaylon]

What would you like to do Bird when you hit 100,000 subscribers?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Would probably have to be the macarena, right?

[@BryantheArchivist]

The amount of potassium present in 800 bananas is equivalent to that of lethal injections.

[@ps3inquisition441]

Hey thanks for answering my question. 3/5 of your answers are also in my top 5.

[@_Kevin_B]

Dear RetroBird. I want you to know that I liked what you had to say. Thank you

[@RetroBirdGaming]

That's great to hear!

[@paigelooney6117]

How do you feel about the all in one polymega emulation system for playing retro titles verses analogue fpga systems, and do you think retro gaming will see a future in virtual reality?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I prefer Analogue's FPGA consoles. I don't see how virtual reality would really enhance many retro games. I suppose a clever way to do it could be possible though.

[@fentazen2677]

I felt the same about pre-NES systems as you did, until my son really got into watching videos of those games on KZbin when he was around 5 and asked for a 2600 for Christmas. I then learned to appreciate them for what they were, and it was easy to get into collecting them given that it’s a rare corner of retro game collecting where the bulk of the games are still very cheap.

[@Ghostcharm]

hey man, loved your channel for a good long time. would love to collab with you sometime!

[@ArinZephyr]

At a lower point in my life probably 5 years ago I sold a stack of 10 GBA games for $100. One of those games was Aria of Sorrow. You said that and I checked the internet and sure enough, that one cart is now worth nearly twice as much as I sold all ten for. Gah!

[@jthespiceoflife]

keep up the great work bird man!

[@MattAkiyama1]

I feel the same about versus multiplayer games, it's why I don't like playing board games like trouble where you're forced to ruin your opponents. I was thinking yesterday about which N64 games I'd like to play with others, and I realized that a lot of them are versus only. The only co-op N64 game I could think of is Duke Nukem 64, which I played with a friend back then. Other than that I didn't really do a lot of multiplayer on N64 back then like mario kart 64 and golden eye 007. But yeah I'm always interested in co-op games.

[@princecharmander]

I need you to answer some questions about bananas. Is there a way to ruin a banana? (A recipe or by putting something weird on it) How many bananas do you think you eat in a week? Were bananas better when we were kids? How do you get someone into bananas? Should you eat retro bananas? How to get into collecting bananas? Love the channel and look forward to your videos every week. :)

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Only way to ruin a banana is by throwing it out. I go through about 17 bananas a week. Bananas are just as good now as when we were kids. People can't choose to like bananas. Bananas choose you. Retro bananas are tricky. I'd suggest only baking with them or freezing them. Grocery store will do the trick for collecting.

[@princecharmander]

@@RetroBirdGaming Thank you Mr. Bird for the banana wisdom! You should know your channel has made me crave and buy bananas a few times now. Which is a weird thing to attribute to a gaming focused KZbin channel. :P You may want to contact Dole for a cut of the profits.

[@Zahir658]

1. What do you think about the music in retro gaming? What appeals and awes you about it? 2. Do you think the Sega Saturn would have been popular if the Japanese games were being released in USA as well? 3. Do you think the cultural differences had played a role on the status of the consoles? Like PC-Engine and Sega Saturn were popular in Japan but not in USA. 4. What do you think about MAME, the arcade emulator? What is your favorite emulator? 5. Which console that flopped when it was released is now successful from the retro gaming community perspective? Which console deserves an apology letter? 6. If you were a game developer in the 90s, which company would you have worked for and what game would you have planned? Include the genre or a mix of it that you will include. Also just a suggestion: Talk more about arcades as well since it was part of retro gaming as well and us retro gamers have fond memories of it :)

[@recolivez1995]

I really like the answer to question no. 3. But I want to play Mega Man 7, sealed, on an original Snes, shrink-wrapped with a K-Mart sticker.

[@palladialism9815]

My favorite game genres are racing and shoot-em'-ups. I think this is because they satisfy impulsive, quick-access entertainment tendencies. Do you have a favorite video game genre and do you have thoughts about what this says about how you choose to entertain yourself?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Probably platformers. They're jovial and have good challenge.

[@gamecubeguy214]

"I really love bananas!" - AiAi

[@Bkuuzin]

The outro music reminds me of SEGA Genesis music. The lyrics add to it! 😄 It sucks that 1st and 2nd generation gaming is often overlooked. Collections like Atari Vault and Intellivision Lives are helpful because I don't have the right setup for consoles like Atari and Intellivision.

[@PixelsAmpersandBits]

The voice of the outro singer sounds a lot like when the Homestar Runner guys The Brothers Chaps would make music

[@8BitHorse]

That Ninja Warriors remake was unexpected and awesome! I loved playing the SNES version, but I was always disappointed that it didn't have 2P co-op. The bonus unlockable characters in the new version were a nice touch too!

[@random_gamer_guy82]

Legend has it after god made man and woman, he created you in his true humour likeness!!!! Never fail to make me litterly laugh out loud his your dry wit and that look ....that look though 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@boyla87]

Ryan styles vibes, keep up the good work

[@insaneasock3156]

Fun video. Happy New Year!!!

[@suntannedduck2388]

Turbo buttons? Useful or just a nice bonus to have? Controller gimmicks from the past versus now (light guns, motion controls (I know many don't have the Hotseat but other options like that. I know the Roll n rocker isn't the same but I guess that can count as a gimmick controller of the time), that sort of thing). Did the analogue stick feel weird with 3D gaming when it was new? That or CDs with the Sega CD, Turbo CD, Jaguar CD compared to Cartridges? Heavy or Floaty controls whether for characters or driving/racing games retro and modern. It's a thing I question a lot with the games I collect for retro and modern consoles so was curious of your take on it. How long do your scripts take? Inspired things or people you come up with like the bananas, get on my lawn and other details. Otherwise I'd have to look at the questions from one of the community posts when you asked about suggestions for topics if it's still there. They are, check some from 3 months ago and I assume myself and other commenters have a bunch of questions still unanswered or still worthy topics. Other than that I may be up a 6:00am my region the reminder says but I'm still interested to see what others questions are. Awaiting 5 days from now.

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Kind of indifferent about them. Better to have them than not though :) Analog sticks never felt unusual to me. My Tuesday videos are unscripted. I just go off a list of bullet points I brainstorm the day before. My Friday videos require a script that takes an entire day. Mostly because it's really hard for me to focus on something like writing with my ADD (Actual ADD. Not the commonly misdiagnosed ADD).

[@suntannedduck2388]

@@RetroBirdGaming great answers. Understandable now that you mention it.

[@ren-soja-dakomegiddo2186]

I think "the thing" that guy was talking about refers to the song because he mentioned the Grammys and those are about music.

[@dannys1392]

Just subscribed to your channel. I dunno how I never heard of your channel before 2 weeks ago lol keep up the great content man! 🙂

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Thank you and welcome to the channel!

[@55skoobie]

All the main series Pokemon games , even some that I didn't care for still shiny hunted in and had over 100+ hours

[@brandonhiggs88]

Your favourite game must be my friend Pedro and I agree today is a great time to collect especially with all the great games getting remasters especially on the switch. It's a great system for games you remember from back in the day with a fresh coat of paint

[@Chris-Courage]

Get another DUO. The lenses rarely ever go bad and if they do, replacement lenses are fairly inexpensive. It's the capacitors that one has to have changed to have a reliable DUO. Also, white duos(R) or (RX) Don't suffer from faulty caps. I refurbish DUOs and can sell you a recapped unit for less than it would cost to buy a used one and then have someone like myself change the capacitors.

[@tonyp9313]

What is your favorite video game console?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

I generally say it's a tie between the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis.

[@santinogoring8860]

Nice vid would like to see more personal ones like this learn about the Bird behind the Retro

[@salmonshirtsforeverproduct8679]

Only game I regret selling is Phantasy Star Online for Gamecube. I knew I was gonna make somebody's Christmas finding it at the game store, but kinda wish I still had it in retrospect.

[@KeithKillingly]

what game do you think you have the most played time in?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

This is a great question. It's probably something that would surprise even me.. like Mario Golf on GameCube or something.

[@justplaygamer2331]

That outro song gets stuck in my head alot lol.

[@happyhollandays]

Nintendo or Sega... which side were you on during the 16 bit era console wars? And you can’t cop out and say “both”.

[@grungyperry7530]

I have a theory about the "thing" that guy was talking about. It's when you show gameplay footage while also showing your hands playing the game with a controller 🎮 Also I would buy a shirt with your logo on it!!

[@solidsnake9933]

Awesome video man, love this segment!

[@dwaynechrest52]

Awesome channel !

[@codenamezz9993]

Same feeling about Colecovision even though I was the first real console I played at a friend house... guess the Coleco mini Pacman arcade saved the day for me to like videogames. I don't know why people hate Altered Beast, one of my annual Halloween treats. Altered Beast was groundbreaking at the time and was God of war before God of war for me😊 of some sort. Keep the good stuff going!!!

[@hhectorlector]

what was your experience with computers when you were growing up (especially in regards to gaming)? In any case, will we see any Retro Bird vids on retro PC gaming? Also- do you have any interest in branching out away from specifically retro gaming and game collecting and toward other retro topics/ formats like flipping through magazines or catalogs [Erin Plays goes through old department store catalogs sometimes and those are really fun]? Talking retro TV and film would be cool, too- any interest in that?

[@RetroBirdGaming]

Number Munchers and NFL Math was my life on the computer as a kid :) I played Oregon Trail at school a lot too. Probably wouldn't make videos about retro pc gaming. As far as veering off into other topics, possibly. I'd love to make a video about Super Soakers honestly.

[@hhectorlector]

@@RetroBirdGaming video on super soakers would be awesome!

[@shoopoopie1]

just watched your segment on the cu podcast dude that was so hilarious 😂

[@Spacething7474]

What episode was that?

[@cjeelde]

Loved this video!! Hope you can bring this concept to 2022! Maybe one Q&A video per month? Maybe you can start 2022 with a video about "the best retro deals you've made in 2021" and let us viewers comment? I feel that my best retro deal was the new Zelda Game & Watch. These 3 classic great games also in japanese versions for 50 us dollar. The best thing in my opinion is for us that never ever played Link's Awakening 1993 to have a great chance to play it in handheld mode with an experience as close as the original (Gameboy) as possible without the need to hunt for a Gameboy and the game for an okay deal and in good condition. My number 2 for best retro deals in 2021 that I've made: Mega Man Wily Wars for Genesis, the physical re-release. I don't have a Genesis so I cannot use this cartridge. But this will work as a great collectors' edition. I also have the game on Genesis Mini from 2019 so I can play it. A third deal that I'm also happy about is Castlevania Anniversary Collection for Switch. The physical release. 8 classic games. I already had 3 of these 8 games thanks to the Mini consoles. Looking forward to 2022: I hope Sonic Origins will get released before summer. That's the compilation of the 5 first classic Sonic games. Maybe this will become my best retro deal next year. Other viewers might have other best retro deals for 2021. Maybe a NES Top Loader console? Who knows? Would be amazing to read many strories about 2021 :)