Like a Dragon / Yakuza
/ Judgment

Game series

Brawler/turn-based games with well told stories. Tons of things to do with huge variety. The contrast in tone between the main story and side content elevates everything within them.

Super Mario 64

Game

One of the first 3D platformers, but also one of the best. The movement on its own makes this one of the best games ever.

Human Fall Flat

Game

Physics based puzzle platformer where you traverse stages. One of the most satisfying games to play when you're able to bypass obstacles by climbing over them.

Skate 3

Game

The best realistic skateboarding game I've played. Major improvements over its predecessors, and the flick-it system feels great. Good both as a skateboarding game, and a game to just run around in and mess around with (have you heard how glitchy it can be?)

Picross

Game series

Nonogram puzzle games, fill in the blank squares to create an image. Each game is great, and each puzzle within will make you think.

If you play and enjoy them or you're already a fan, I also recommend Picross 3D. The same concept but in 3D. If you thought you were using your brain before, wait 'til you play these.

Peggle

Game series

Shoot balls from a cannon and, with the help of power-ups, try to hit all the randomly placed orange pegs before you run out of balls. Probably the most action packed puzzle games in existence.

Killer Instinct (2013)

Game

The Killer Instinct games all have a soft spot in my heart, but the 2013 game is the only one that feels good to actually play and it's one of the best fighting games ever. Super accessible with tons of unique characters, most taking inspiration from horror tropes.

Street Fighter 6

Game

While I enjoy revisiting every Street Fighter game from time to time, 6 is the one I enjoy the most. All the systems work well together, and its single player is a great experience.

Black Eyed Peas -
Masters of the Sun Vol. 1

Album

A unique hip-hop album with a varied tracklist. A modern classic of the genre, in my opinion.

Favorite tracks: DOPENESS, NEW WAVE, BACK 2 HIPHOP, RING THE ALARM

Ata Kak - Obaa Sima

Album

An album with an aura of positivity in its sound. Brings me a feeling of happiness, though I don't understand the lyrics.

Favorite tracks: Daa Nyinaa, Moma Yendodo, Obaa Sima

Melle Mel -
White Lines (Don't Do It)

Song

A funky track that warns of the use of drugs. A really great track all around, from the instrumental to the lyrics and vocals.

Kendrick Lamar

Artist

Concious rapper with thought-provoking lyrics and dope beats.

Favorite tracks: King Kunta, These Walls, Alright, Backseat Freestyle, Savior, ELEMENT., Mona Lisa (Lil Wayne ft. Kendrick)

The Avalanches

Artist

Masters of sampling, creating relaxing tracks, ones akin to hip-hop beats, or anything in-between.

Favorite tracks: Frankie Sinatra, Frontier Psychiatrist, Because I'm Me, We Go On, Wherever You Go

Jan Wayne - Only You

Song

Upbeat and energetic techno song, never fails to make me feel good.

Joe Jackson - Steppin' Out

Song

The anthem of me and my bro. An exciting yet calm song, it puts you in a good mood.

Gorillaz

Artist

Lots of unique sounds, nice sounds, and great songs. Very varied song selection, so they have a little something for everyone.

Favorite tracks: Momentz, We Got The Power, Stylo, DONCAMATIC, Désolé, 19-2000

Jerry Reed - Amos Moses

Song

The best country song I know of. Great sound, fun song.

Beastie Boys

Artist

One of the most versatile bands I know of. Punk, hip-hop, funk, easy listening, and other styles I don't know the name of.

Favorite tracks: Hey Ladies, Girls, Don't Play No Game That I Can't Win, Intergalactic, Body Movin' (Fatboy Slim Remix), Some Dumb Cop Gave Me Two Tickets Already, The Negotiation Limerick File

Weird Al

Artist

Perhaps the only band(?) more versatile than the Beastie Boys. Parodies popular songs in any genre, imitates the style of other artists, makes polka mashups, in addition to original songs. There's a reason having one of your songs parodied by Weird Al is often seen as an honor.

Favorite tracks: Dare To Be Stupid, A Complicated Song, Amish Paradise, The Alternative Polka, Hardware Store, White & Nerdy, Virus Alert

Jamiroquai

Artist

Funky music, sometimes involving didgeridoos.

Favorite tracks: Virtual Insanity, Love Foolosophy, Alright, (Don't) Give Hate A Chance, Something About You

Red Letter Media

Film reviewers

A group of guys who talk about movies and shows, whether good or bad. Their analyzes and interpretetions of movies are interesting, and they're good at making me laugh.

TehSnakerer

Game reviewer

Highly in-depth video essays on games, going over everything from mechanics to themes in great detail, all the while throwing in dry jokes and puns alongside his thoughts.

Jerma985

Streamer & entertainer

Internet's greatest comedian. Variety streamer, including games new and old, discussions, award shows, baseball matches, carnivals, and more. No matter what he's doing, he manages to make me "ugly laugh".

videogamedunkey

Gaming personality

Creator of short gaming videos that are humorous, informative, or critiques. Always feels honest when giving his thoughts on games.

Rocco Botte

Food influencer

It's hard to describe exactly why, but I really like all the vlogs Rocco put out, whether he's just hanging with his friends at Knott's Berry Festival, trying out a new soda, or wandering the floors of a convention before it opens. Also check out Mega64, of which he is a part of.

Scott the Woz

Gaming personality

Highly entertaining person making comedic videos on games. Also check out the Scott's Stash channel, featuring videos on his thoughts on certain things, as well as behind the scenes and commentaries.

Game Maker's Toolkit

Game analyzer

Very informative and educative videos on how games are constructed, from the most obvious things to ones you don't even notice. Highly recommended if you're into games, especially if you're a developer of them.

Masahiro Sakurai on Creating Games

Game industry icon

Sakurai's very own YouTube channel, in which he shares his knowledge and experience working on games. Learn facts, trivia, good game mechanics and good development practices from the minds of Smash Bros' director.

James Stephanie Sterling

Game industry analyst

Hosts The Jimquisition. Insightful regarding the game industry (and society in general), and seemingly a champion of betterment overall.

Ze Frank

Animal facts aficionado

Creator of humorous videos about animal facts. Need I say more?

Jacksfilms

Comment reactor?

Has consistently uploaded a variety of videos to his various channels since 2006. Parodies, music videos, sketches, apps & games, Twitch streams, and more. Jack's always had his fans front and center in his content, as evidenced by his show YIAY.

Afro Samurai

Anime

The titular character must become the best in order to avenge his father. The almost monochrome artstyle, the soundtrack, etc. can only be described as cool. Check out both the series and the movie, Resurrection. Also exists as a manga, but I haven't read it.

Police Academy

Comedy film series

Dumb comedy movies about a group of misfits who decide to join the police academy. A good cast of likeable characters really make the dynamic work. Very 80's humor, but that's part of the charm.

Skip Mission to Moscow.

Naked Gun

Comedy film series

Leslie Nielsen plays the greatest police officer who doesn't really know what he's doing. Packed with visual gags, puns, and jokes.

Kung Pow! Enter The Fist

Spoof movie

One of the wackiest movies I've seen. Intentionally poorly dubbed over martial arts movie featuring nutty scenes, nutty characters, and nutty lines. That's a lotta nuts!

Django Unchained

Action movie

"With the help of a German bounty-hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner in Mississippi." - IMDB

It's been too long since I've seen it, but trust me it's great.

Baby Driver

Action movie

A getaway driver has a change of heart. A very stylish action flick with great scenes timed to songs.

One Piece

Manga

An all time great manga that's over 1000 chapters long. Great characters, dynamics, themes, action, and suspense. Highly worth investing the time to get into it.

Romerska Bågar

Chocolate

Swedish chocolate with orange flavor. The taste is great, and a package contains many bite-sized pieces, making them last long if eaten sparingly.