Working with James Rolfe & the AVGN Character -

Pat tells us what it's like to write for the Angry Video Game Nerd character - from the Completely Unnecessary Podcast! ►More #CUPodcast: bit.ly/1pOBDVH ►Full podcasts: bit.ly/1yhnQLB ►Support the podcast Patreon: / pxlsicle ►Follow on twitter! / patthenespunk & / pxlsicle

[@nypad5]

love or hate avgn, you gotta give james props man. He started this wave of retro or character type videogame reviewers that inspired many people to look and say "hey i could do this!"

[@VTuber_Clipp3r]

he invented the "angry" content creator and also the original og youtuber his put more effort into his stuff then the popular youtubers these days that are dumb and hire their own editor if you hate avgn you have issues

[@WarHuSker]

Do not comment much but just had to say something. Found you from the NWC cart video (AVGN) and was not totally sure what to think, a little goofy maybe. ( not a bad thing) so years later I find your podcast and just Blown away! You are a lot of fun to listen too and really know what your talking about. Just needed to tell you to this 40 something old gamer loves what you do and hope to can stay in this world and make a living because you are one of the good ones. Thank you and look forward to all you offer.

[@lordmaximus780]

It's interesting to note the psychology of Ian when Pat is gushing about James. The twitching, fake smiling, constantly fidgeting. I get the feeling that James Rolfe may be getting a brick through his window soon with a note attached "back the fuck off, bitch". I hope you two never split up. You're the best couple that never happened.

[@Billo-gf6we]

This made me laugh, thanks

[@ToiletPunisher38]

Its weird because James covers a wide variety of collectors, movie fans, general comedy fans etc. His fan base is so wide that he is one of those youtube celebrities that i feel everyone knows about regardless of their affiliation with gaming. I think James is incredibly humble for how big the AVGN character has gotten. Its cool to see how James is outside the video game world. No matter how big some youtubers get, James is on a whole new level. It's hard to beat having your own movie and video game! It's crazy to think he can be so cool in person as well.

[@PeteSkerritt]

Pretty neat perspective, Pat. I really enjoyed the final product; since you and James/AVGN have differing review styles & attitudes, it was really cool to see them both back-to-back. I even got the sense of each character shifting ever-so-slightly towards the other. I would imagine that it's not only exciting to get to write material for AVGN-- but also a bit stressful because many fan eyes/ears are on the final product and writing that isn't perceived as strong can potentially damage the character. Still-- it was a great opportunity and I think it was really well done.

[@RetroEjit]

Really great to hear Pat's experiences with working with James, you can tell by the way they both interact with each other in vids that there's a lot of mutual respect there :)

[@_BELMONT_]

6:55 that a boy Ian! :) i really enjoyed the videos you and James did Pat. thank you for the time you took to edit them so we could enjoy them.

[@Equus21]

James Rolfe is a super person, I got to interview him on my you tube account, such an unforgettable moment-Pat said some very kind things about AVGN for sure. :)

[@dennislivingston8634]

It was a great episode, I'd love to see more collaboration episodes with the two characters, they're like polar opposites in personality. Which makes it entertaining as hell.

[@aljr357]

Avgn is the reason I got back into retro gaming after losing all my games and systems in a fire

[@loopykill]

Shouldn't have burnt them down lol x

[@AuT0maTe1]

i dont like lets play videos but james and mike mondays i thoroughly enjoy, i think its better then other lets play videos because they feel more honest and remind me a lot more of me and my mates playing games.

[@MrMetalpunx]

That video is why I finally really checked out your channel. I still haven't made it to any of your reviews yet but I am loving the podcasts

[@Jetblastjoe]

I like how Pat often goes into "robot mode" and talks like he is trying to remember lines from a middle school play.

[@winkawas]

Oops at 6:52 look at Ian make the "stopthere" signal to Pat lol

[@manpower386ify]

It'll be great to see you two at least once a month! :)

[@doctorfienstone2978]

Pat and James seem to have really good on-screen chemistry together. I really wished Pat would have been the sidekick in the avgn movie instead of the cooper character, it would have been comedy gold. No offense to the cooper character, he was likable, just think Pat would have been a better choice.

[@TheGreyBaron]

The crossover vid reminded me of the episode of Captain N where Link and Zelda showed up. They were drawn a little different, but retained a fair amount of the spirit from their own series.

[@KeepGoingProductions]

Pat, did you write the whole thing? Cause if you did I thought it was very funny. If you did write the lines for the Nerd, you nailed it right on the head. I had assumed you guys had co wrote, but if not, hats off to you sir. And if you did co write it...pretend I never wrote this...either way, hilarious.

[@PumpkinStrikesBack]

props for the double-revie with the avgn, it'S a really fun video

[@metal87power]

How did you make the Dragoonia episode? I mean how did you hire that chick? Who's she?

[@AnalogX64]

I watched both part 1 and 2, they were great had a laugh. Thanks for making them and sharing it with us.

[@ShawnDeBerry]

any chance to get frank on one to these pod cast love that guy :)

[@Chronologo]

LOL at Ian idle while Pat talks, is like he's not even paying attention

[@heathdeighton8482]

I totally agree with you about the Nerd, he is iconic and original, he is an absolute classic. I would love to know your opinion on that guy "Irate Gamer" and if you think he copies James. And also the way he takes shots at the Nerd on his (meh) show, even better what does James think about him ???

[@Xx1SailorScoutxX]

I wonder how the Nerd would act when Denise is around. Kudos Pat & James!

[@kodekristian]

I have never been able to relate to the people that hate Ian, as I find him very interesting and amusing. Like all things in life, it just comes down to personal tastes and preferences. While I can understand that people may not like his personality, I simply do not agree that he is in any way holding the CUPodcast back. If anything, I feel that he adds a very unique feel to the experience, which no one else can replace.

[@calvincowles2344]

i'm curious about the number of new subs you'll get by having each part on a each channel, which was a smart move by the way

[@NerdyMeathead]

i like how Ian is now doing lets plays. you should bring this video up to Ian

[@enyajiream6008]

Happy 4th, Pat & Ian!

[@brandonleesmith1989]

Why does Ian have such a bored and pissy look on his face in this discussion?

[@lokirza6751]

Yeah he looks like the pissed off GF. That doesn't like you having fun without her.

[@davysmith8569]

hi guys who makes that cool Ryu toy toy have on that desk? thanks for the great show.

[@Rokios]

Pat did a great job with The Nerd.

[@birdfanboi]

Ian loves his Tecate, man!

[@zero0karaoke]

At 6:55 is Ian making a "masturbatory" gesture when Pat talks about iconic KZbin personalities?

[@djq7225]

gatsuuga9 he is a pro mule racer, he keeps up the practice all the time, LOL. Dude is a freaking douche. He is so jealous of Pat, you can tell.... by his constant jittering and uncomfortable positions that he keeps on moving around in. He keeps crossing his arms. Crossing your arms is a sign of being uncomfortable, or pissed off. I catch myself crossing my arms all the time when I get a little angry.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

gatsuuga9 ...whenever i hear the word "youtuber" i get massive douche chills

[@dougtunnels6503]

👍👍 That AVGN episode was epic

[@sneakman9873]

I have to ask how come Ian's camera has a better quality than Pat's.

[@pxlsicle]

THey are the exact same cameras, I believe. It could be lighting issue.

[@Pilkkari]

Saw you on cinemassacre and you seem like a nice guy so I'll subscribe and see your takes on the games of my childhood :)

[@an3582]

Wtf is with the hate towards Ian in the comments? He barely said anything here... are people just complaining about his facial expressions???

[@rxz4140]

Does Ian have his own character? Spinoff series?

[@subzero8679]

Yeah, Ian the retro game store worker.

[@bluelouboyle6701]

Am I the only one who keeps looking under the table (in the podcast clips) to see if Ian is shaking/bouncing his leg at an alarming rate?

[@theawesomegamr]

Pats character and the AVGN character are sort of like the ying yang when you think about it :P

[@CommodoreFan64]

Loved the videos Pat, they where very well written, and the review of Bayou Billy was spot on from both perspectives even if it was meant to be a joke. The only way I ever beat that game back in the day was sadly with a Game Genie.

[@franco7363]

Why did Pat left the NWC card behind after being so mad about the fact that it wasn't destroyed?

[@franco7363]

*cart

[@CJBuzzy]

4:28 "Weed smokin' back and forth.." I knew it!

[@Itsyoungdoz]

Watching the gentleman on the left is quite uncomfortable, he's overly jealous

[@inlovewithi]

You guys are not familiar with Ian and his death stares. It's the funniest thing about him, and in no way mean spirited.

[@toontownfoo]

It's so obvious Ian doesn't like AVGN lol.

[@nuggeteater69]

Wha?

[@yellowzoiid]

Not necessarily. He just isn't interacting with every little thing Pat brings up.

[@Metal-Possum]

"Nobody was doing that before him" What about Lord Karnage of Classic Game Room? He's been going since 1999!

[@Polecat666]

Lord Karnage isn't pretending to be a angry. Nor is he a character.

[@PopsAWright]

Lets Play Pat's a sell out! can't wait for that Completely Unnecessary lets play

[@MrNioMoon]

Dude, is that a Neon Genesis Evangalien shirt?!

[@Iseeyou9657]

He has an Assuka sticker on his laptop too.

[@Iseeyou9657]

Oh jeez. Planning on displaying your powerlevel to the world are we?

[@D2ezbmu]

Ian is such a dick, i love him lol

[@surfthestreets86]

Ian rules

[@Nickinkick]

You wrote the avgn character so well i thought James wrote it

[@doubleyums]

Combat!

[@kamenriderdecade7523]

Very cool I've met the screwattack crew they live in the same town as me. I also met Jared. I Really wanna meet Pat and James one day there very sweet and epic but I never get a chance to go to the SGC. But maybe one day.

[@Durbit428]

Ian seems like a real tryhard. Pretty much the definition of Hipster in the post 2000s era.

[@iwanttoseemrshow]

I like Ian.

[@alexanderrobinson7359]

nice work nespunk

[@MLennholm]

Ian looks like Gary Green!

[@ChronoFreezer]

*temporary comment* 4:45 (glitchy youtube loads videos for 45 seconds and stops)

[@ChronoFreezer]

4:57 another lag spike stopped video feed

[@ChronoFreezer]

ChronoFreezer KZbin you are just fucking sad today. I spent 30 minutes refreshing this fucker trying to get it to work. I really wanted to watch it. I ended up loading it up on my iphone.. funny how it works on mob devices.... what the fuck. fix your shitty billion dollar website.

[@TheGomGomBoyThaiConsoleGamer]

u probably don't remember but at prge couple years ago i was minding my own business then suddenly i heard a laugh " parappa the rappa " u laughed because u found a case for it then u looked at me like " crap was i too loud " i was an asian guy that asked for ur pic , punk's cool guy irl though

[@EnjoySackLunch]

Great video. I liked the English language being used. Has anyone seen my uncles black socks.

[@stevenclark5173]

I think guys like DSP are becoming iconic as well, in the worst most hilarious way.

[@Xenotypic]

true

[@dragonaut1985]

I understand what its like to have those old games cheat and ruin your life hence why I feel as if James/AVGN makes me laugh because I know what its like to get mad at a machine that doesn't care if you win or lose. The fact that James has a legit Indie film pretty much in the bag. I never really got into the whole internet celebrity thing but I feel as if James has earned everything with Cinemassacre.

[@luissolis5652]

Need to include your boy Ian in something next time , even if briefly .

[@Malouco]

Ian is a super nice guy....I sold my 150+ ps2 collection 2003-2006 bc I picked up a nothing short of demonic drug problem. (Too much info but let facts be facts) So I am using Luna to get my games back. I WANT LUNA TO SUCCEED AND GROW SO I WILL BE BUYING MY GAMES FROM THEM. Even if I can find them on eBay for slightly better.

[@Kevvin123886]

DAT THUMBNAIL DOUGH!!

[@huguini2893]

The dude on the left has no Charisma. Obviously he is jealous of AVGN. Most of us love his Videos

[@BlutoNeee]

i wanna see another spoony and nes punk vid

[@mediagorevideo]

you bring cinamassacre to a whole new level lets face it. laerel needs a hardy. abbott needed a costello. mat hardy need kmart.

[@mediagorevideo]

i dont care if im kissing your but butt i think youre a perfec fit for angy video game nerf. you make it complete. you complete me.

[@Anthoneycfs]

I like both your channels. It was funny to see you as the happy guy and james ofcouse as the angry guy together. But I just don't get it why people were bashing on you.

[@ilikethecupholder]

I dunno, I like Ian.

[@RetroHabit82]

Great segment you guys.What the hell is a poo deepie???

[@duckbuster]

What's up with that death stare.

[@madestmadhatter]

you kinda left his character when he didn't destroy and/or shit on any thing, but you made up for it by having your character expect the shit and making his character look a little bit awkward around you.

[@LonelyGamr]

lol "pat sells out"

[@samusvikerness661]

and me

[@FamilyCS2]

He's gonna take you back to the past..... whats a pewdoodoopie

[@hiimronstuart1]

I think Pat was making Ian feel sort of uncomfortable when he was telling him all about his time with James. I can relate, it makes you feel left out.

[@sw1tched]

I agree with most people here. This dude ian dude looked bored and bitchy. The facial expressions he was making was like get on with it. And then I read the comments after thinking that myself and started laughing I guess I'm not the only one

[@8bitKatwalk]

Both are speaking truth but tecate bull be jelly of spoony friendship.

[@trunks9316]

Let me sum up everything Ian says,,,WAAAAAAA I hate this I hate that WAAAAAAAA. Seriously Pat, this guy's bout as pleasant as a hangnail.

[@klpk69]

Чувак, короч тебе просто повезло. ))

[@TheShinsetsuo]

He kinda speaks about us the 80s kids .. I'm subscribed to pewdipie and I really enjoy his videos but as he said he's pewdipie is not that much iconic like James . Both of them makes me laugh but I enjoy Avgn so much more cuz we share the same experience about games . Otherwise the games pewdipie does are kinda way too expensive for me to offer. And just harder to play

[@gersonmelendez8940]

Ian sounds jealous lol

[@alanmalcheski8882]

Listen to the man on the left, Pat. He is wise.

[@dageybestsgods]

End me.

[@Ziggy788]

I don’t think Pewdiepie deserves all his subscribers. He’s not talented like AVGN.

[@robertmcknightmusic]

Wow, Ian really doesn't like avgn

[@eakradio]

The dude on the left looks butt hurt lol

[@ChairmanMeow1]

Ian is so insufferable

[@BenBlackEquinoxEngelhard]

No Ian, Pat has friends. You should consider your painfully uninteresting self lucky he considers you one of them.

[@Federico84]

I can't stand Ian, man he's really so full of himself. Without Pat, Ian would be nothing

[@Z0M3GA]

Let's play Pats' a sellout.

[@matthewgiven3396]

You don't give a shit about kissing someone's ass, I would be really worried about shit if I were doing that.

[@kcjuggalo2001]

Ian has got to be one of the most bland and boring KZbin personalities ever.

[@somebodyandthem]

Much like suffocating

[@eakradio]

The dude on the left looks butt hurt lol