The Ringer-Verse Franchise Speed Dating: Playing Five Famous Series for the First Time | Button Mash
Mar 1, 2025
Matt James, Ringer's Deputy Art Lead, shares insights on the industry while discussing his spoiler-free thoughts on 'Avowed' and the fast-paced gameplay of 'Elden Ring Nightreign.' He and host Ben Lindbergh dive into an amusing 'franchise speed dating' segment, where they evaluate long-running series like 'Dynasty Warriors' and 'Monster Hunter.' Their lively conversation explores the joys and challenges of engaging with iconic games and critiques industry shifts, all while keeping the humor alive.
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Video Game Paradox
- It's easier to start playing a long-running video game series than a movie series.
- Catching up on a video game franchise, however, is more challenging due to long playtimes.
Bond Marathon vs. Yakuza
- Ben Lindbergh calculated that watching all James Bond movies takes less time than an average Like a Dragon playthrough.
- A single game can be longer than watching every MCU movie, making it difficult to catch up on missed entries.
Game Speed Dating
- Ben Lindbergh suggests trying new games in short bursts, like a "speed dating" approach.
- Play for a limited time to see if there's a connection before investing further.