Ep 10. Mary-Kate and Ashley Get a Clue

The popular internet show, Angry Video Game Nerd, returns with a brand new episode for season 8 titled "Mary-Kate and Ashley Get a Clue." In this episode, the nerd takes a look at a game based on the popular TV show starring the Olsen twins who play detectives.

The nerd starts the episode by setting the scene and giving some background on the Mary-Kate and Ashley franchise, describing how they were popular child stars who later on started their own company called "Dualstar Entertainment Group." The company launched many products including clothing, books, and video games. The nerd goes on to say that he was surprised by the amount of video games that were released based on these child actors.

The game in question for this episode is titled "Mary-Kate and Ashley: Get a Clue" which was released on the Gameboy Advance console. The nerd starts by reading the cover of the game and commenting on how it looks like a Nancy Drew knockoff. He dives into the game and starts to play, giving his first impressions on the graphics and sound.

As he plays the game, he describes the gameplay and objectives in detail. He comments on how the game seems repetitive and that it's just a typical point and click adventure game. He also points out the flaws in the controls and mechanics of the game, such as the way the characters move and how the camera works.

The nerd then goes on to criticize the game's storyline and characters, remarking on how dull and unsatisfying they are. He goes on to point out how the game's dialogue seems like it was written by people who have never spoken to a child before. He even comments on how the game's puzzles seem too simple for even the youngest of children.

Throughout the episode, the nerd makes continuous references to other games and pop culture, such as Scooby Doo, Carmen Sandiego, and even the movie "Twins" starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito.

Toward the end of the episode, the nerd sums up his thoughts on the game and the franchise as a whole. He ponders why so many video games were made based on the Olsen twins and concludes that it may have been a marketing strategy to sell more merchandise. He finishes by stating that the game is not worth purchasing or playing and that it's just a waste of time.

Overall, the "Mary-Kate and Ashley Get a Clue" episode of Angry Video Game Nerd is a hilarious critique of a mediocre video game based on a popular franchise. The nerd's commentary is insightful, witty, and entertaining, making the episode a must-watch for fans of the show and video game enthusiasts alike.