Pixels in the Animation

Pixels in the Animation

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Sonic the Hedgehog SAT AM Episodes 1-4 Review

TFG1Mike and TV's Mr. Neil kick off their Sonic coverage with the first four episodes of the 1993 SAT AM series: "Heads or Tails," "Sonic Boom," "Sonic and Sally," and "Ultrasonic." They discuss Sonic's 26-year video game history, compare the dark tone of SAT AM to the comedic Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog, and break down each episode's strengths and weaknesses as they celebrate the summer of Sonic.

Donkey Kong Country Cartoon Review

Neil and Mike force themselves through the French-Canadian CGI cartoon adaptation of Donkey Kong Country, and they're not happy about it. They discuss the voice acting, animation quality, inane plots, bad dialogue, and the show's relentless use of parody episode titles—and struggle to explain how this series lasted 40 episodes across two seasons from 1997 to 2000. Mike taps out after two and a half episodes; Neil gets through a compilation movie of four episodes before giving up entirely.

Battletoads, Bubsy, and Mortal Kombat Pilot Episodes Review

Neil and Mike review three video game cartoon pilots that never became series: Battletoads (an origin story by David Wise), Bubsy's "What Could Possibly Go Wrong?" (featuring Rob Paulson), and Mortal Kombat: The Journey Begins (a 39-minute prequel to the 1995 film). They discuss why these adaptations failed, comparing them to better shows like Defenders of the Realm and examining animation choices, voice acting mismatches, and the lazy production decisions that sank each one.

Earthworm Jim Season 2 Review

Mike and Neil wrap up their Earthworm Jim coverage with a deep dive into all ten episodes of Season 2, from the origin story of Peter Puppy to the series finale Christmas episode. They discuss standout installments like the Wizard of Oz parody, Evil Jim's chaotic attempts to create evil versions of Jim's friends, and the show's unexpected metatextual jokes about animation budgets. Both hosts reflect on what makes the series work as a cartoon that happens to be based on a video game rather than one that slavishly adapts game mechanics.

Earthworm Jim Season 1 Part 2 Review

Neil and Mike wrap up the first season of Earthworm Jim with the final six episodes: The Egg Beater, The Fur Barren Trout, The Great Secret of the Universe, Bring Me the Head of Earthworm Jim, Queen What's-Her-Name, and The Anti-Fish. They discuss the show's absurdist humor, Monty Python influences, voice acting by Dan Castellaneta and Andrea Martin, and Doug Tennapel's animation work. The hosts reflect on why the series only lasted two seasons despite its quality, and share their favorite moments from these final episodes.

Earthworm Jim Season 1 Part 1 Review

Neil and Mike return to the podcast after a long hiatus to dive into the first seven episodes of the 1995 animated series Earthworm Jim. They discuss the show's relentless humor, impressive animation, and standout voice performances from Dan Castellaneta, Jim Cummings, and Jeff Bennett, while comparing it to the notoriously frustrating video game. The hosts explore standout episodes like "Day of the Fish" and "Sword of Righteousness," and note that the series improves with each installment despite its exhausting comedic pace.

Top 50 Video Game Franchises Countdown, Part 2

The hosts continue their countdown of the top 50 video game franchises, covering entries 25 through 1. Discussion spans BioShock, Castlevania, Warcraft, Half-Life, Assassin's Creed, Resident Evil, Donkey Kong, Mega Man, Mass Effect, Metal Gear, and Final Fantasy, with hosts Steve, Boothninja, Birdman Dodd, Mr. Neil, and The Ghost of TFG1Mike sharing personal gaming experiences and debating each franchise's cultural impact and legacy.

Top 50 Video Game Franchises Countdown Part 1

Steve, Mike, Neil, and Doug count down video game franchises ranked 50 to 26, based on input from 25 fan and podcaster submissions. They discuss the methodology behind the list, spanning game quality, longevity, and franchise impact across 220 different franchises. The episode covers franchises including Marvel vs. Capcom, Need for Speed, Crash Bandicoot, Kingdom Hearts, SimCity, Civilization, Gears of War, Command & Conquer, Gran Turismo, Batman Arkham, and Tetris, with the hosts sharing their personal gaming histories and experiences with each series.

Darkstalkers Season 1 Part 2 Review

The hosts finish their coverage of Darkstalkers season one with the final six episodes, rating nearly all of them double zeros. They discuss the show's convoluted plot involving Pyron, Demetri, and other monster fighters, lament the lack of emotional resonance, and break down individual episodes including the surprisingly enjoyable "No Business Like Dragon Business" and the finale "Everyone's a Critic," which they call the worst episode of the series. Before wrapping up, they preview upcoming coverage of Earthworm Jim and their plans to reach Sonic the Hedgehog next year.

Darkstalkers Season 1 Episodes 1-7 Review

Mike and Neil dive into the first seven episodes of the 1995 Darkstalkers animated series—a loose adaptation of the Capcom fighting game that struggles to translate the source material into a coherent cartoon. They discuss the show's assembly of characters, its wild departures from the games, and why nearly every episode feels more like a disconnected plot-of-the-week than an actual story.

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