I love that you’re using your platform to help local businesses regain their footing! You’re a real one

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I want these mom & pop stores to succeed as they are a great part of our community! If I can help in some small way, I'm happy to do it. 🤘

@coolcoolglasses19

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks Head south to Vancouver, WA to Double Jump Video Games.

@oygv6225

2 жыл бұрын

Pp

@ZyferWarriorPrime

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks Some of these stores need to not put inventory by the windows. Looks like they noticed too late as those Intellivision boxes got sun faded.

@TrophyJourney

2 жыл бұрын

Especially important considering this retro game speculation bubble that's around. Mad respec, MJR!

I like how Metal Jesus does a lap around the stores first to establish dominance lol

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I call it the "orientation tour" 😂

@tonyphillips8726

6 ай бұрын

Good thing he doesn't mark his territory.

I love how you instantly open a sealed special edition 3DS game. No reselling for Metal Jesus :) Great Video.

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Games are meant to be played 😎

@raystroud

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks FACT!

@wyldelf2685

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks Damn right,,thank you very much,,🤘🤘

@jaypas2359

2 жыл бұрын

Hey metal Jesus you don’t have to answer but, did you buy or lease your gti? I have a dilemma… I need a car and I really don’t want to lease but I don’t feel good about driving my hooptie anymore now that my kids are gonna start school, and I’m thinking leasing would be better than financing so it would give me more cash flow for…… video games 😎

@modeloman4568

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks hell yeah

Metal Jesus entering these stores like an action hero with a mission.

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

😂

@DierenBrigade

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

Really love all the postive energy in your videos!

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

I love these travel for games pickup videos. Keep em coming MJR! Stay safe.

@steffenflindt8670

2 жыл бұрын

It’s his best videos to me 🙂

That throne of consoles is friggin amazing and the N64 DD! So cool to see you still rocking MJR!

This guy is living my dream. I also collect games, and I'm slowly achieving a good size. PS2, GameCube, and PS1 are my larger collections, and my focus at the moment

Have you ever been to Double Jump? I believe they're in WA, couple hours south of Seattle - and they also have a KZread channel!

@psychotropictraveler514

2 жыл бұрын

Hey checkmark

@BoneCK15

2 жыл бұрын

I suggested it on one of his last game hunt videos and he made it seem like that it's too far for him to go.

@tybread2997

2 жыл бұрын

Great store. They recently remodeled and looks awesome. Everyone there is super nice and very helpful.

@Stripes__

2 жыл бұрын

Never thought I'd see Eckhart here!

@petercino6972

2 жыл бұрын

it's closer to Portland than Seattle Looks like Mjr went north. you better come down there when the traffic is good

Just in awe what America has to offer in regards to retro gaming. Amazing looking place and a great state clearly for hunting games. My imagination runs wild thinking what else is in the other states? Love from the uk.

@tekkenfan01

2 жыл бұрын

Come visit

I love MJR. The videos you make are relaxing to watch.☺️

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🤗

I've lived in Everett, Seattle and Bellingham. It was great to join you on this road trip through my favorite place on Earth. I sure do miss it. Thank you so much for bringing us along.

Great video MJR!!! Can't wait for more of these!

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

More to come!

Great video! I thoroughly enjoy these and feel like I’m along for the ride game hunting! Keep em coming!

thanks again for showing your area Jason. It's always nice to see the environment and the people around the games!

I really love how you do your travel vlogs. You make the whole experience sound like a blast. I really enjoy your energy! Great video as always.

What a great idea for a video!

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Are you still in Northern California? I know you had to move a few years ago...but maybe I can do a Retro Road Trip down there and do a big ol' collab with ya again!

@NeverQuit87

2 жыл бұрын

You know, you could have saved yourself the time, money, effort & marriage by just getting these games via emulators.

@Gameboy-Unboxings

2 жыл бұрын

@@NeverQuit87 wow you're ignorant af.

@emperortrevornorton3119

2 жыл бұрын

Been planning to do this for the area of the United States that I live in northern midwest might throw in the spot were I get original and reprinted comic books and mangas

@dandiaz19934

2 жыл бұрын

@@NeverQuit87 Yes, but they like collecting. that's like telling someone not to buy vinyl records because they can listen to music for free on spotify and youtube. Like... they fucking know 😂😂😂 They just like something so much that they are willing to get it physical.

Saving this for later I work Friday evenings get home after 11 and this is the perfect thing for me to watch when I get home. I love these Friday videos they are the perfect start to a weekend 👍👍👌👌

Another banger MJ! Love these game hunts, almost feels like im there browsing with you.

Whoa! Great vid again. Gorgeous scenery, your country is very beautiful!!

Stores that sell physical games need our support! Thanks for the video highlighting some awesome ones!

@sudochop

2 жыл бұрын

Yes not a big fan of digital. I was having a hard time finding Snipperclips only to find out that the original was digital. Luckily I was able to find Snipperclips Plus - physical copy. I always liked physical copies, but maybe that's a generational thing, I suppose.

Cool to see some more retro stores in the US! I've never had a PSVita but that white/light blue one looks really clean. Should probably get one someday.

@janeduardsen6601

2 жыл бұрын

I just love my PSPs !

@madcamdisease

2 жыл бұрын

Metal Jesus is buying up all the vitas. Can’t find one anywhere haha

@RetroMoments

Жыл бұрын

@@madcamdisease True haha!

Awesome video, as always. Looking forward to more road trips. Really interesting to watch.

Needed a drop from this channel. Thank you MJR!

Along with Hidden Gem videos, the travel/game hunting videos are my favorite. Please continue to do more of them!

I need to do that more often get out of the Wicked Cave. Awesome Game Hunting video 🙌

Such a great video. Well shot and just good vibes all around 🥰

Great stuff Jesus. So interesting to get a glimpse into the Wa gaming scene as well as your awesome finds !

We used to have a fairly large gaming franchise where I live called G2K games. Sadly they closed at the end of 2019. Always support your local gaming shops!

@vagamer522

2 жыл бұрын

I must asume your from VA by guess because we use to have ones from lebanon, Abindon, and one in Pinnacle now they are gone for good in my area so pretty much we are fucked out of luck for retro game stores unless someone can mention one in the area

I love these road trip videos just exploring different stores and having that road trip story added on. There were things that made that Japan trip vlog very interesting pointing out surprising differences in Japan and I think the further you go out of Seattle you may be surprised out how the retro scenes get. Lately I have been watching a bit of this channel called TheNESPusuit which is very much built on hype and personality but at the same time it's tacky I also appreciate it. They went to the middle of nowhere at a flea market and found some rare stuff and edited it like something you would see on TV. Reminded me of American Pickers or whatever that show is called except for video games / nerdy memorabilia.

Road trips and video games are always a good mix. Great video!

This video makes me miss the retro game shop that used to be in my area, I used to save money and buy games in the glass cases since I was a teen. It was also pretty cool seeing you highlight trading card games, I collected both magic and pokemon in my youth though magic persisted over the years and I still update decks when I can.

@wyldelf2685

2 жыл бұрын

All hail wizards of the coast ,,memories takes me back to 1994,,,

As a brit I'm so envious, these shops are all so fantastic. Wouldn't even know where to find a bunch of pinball machines here

Cool idea I really enjoy your more Vlog Style videos can't wait to see more

Nice work! Love the travel style game hunt video.

As a Bellingham native, thank you for highlighting my town’s game stores! Love your videos, you rock Metal Jesus ❤️🤘🏻

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I are already planning to go back in the fall and explore your city some more. Very beautiful!

@e.s.glasser

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks there are a few great record stores up here as well you may want to check out. Everyday Music and Black Noise Records.

If you come to Dallas-Fort Worth, Retrobution Games in Fort Worth is the best in the metroplex.

Man there’s so much to love about your work and your persona. You help promote local businesses, give honest reviews and share good game buying tips. Throw in your love for your GTI (just like I love mine), you the man my dude.

Nice to see you kept Lighthouse. Way back in the day my dad and I played Lighthouse and we really enjoyed the puzzle solving elements to it. I don't remember if we ever finished it but we had good times playing together and testing out theories on what to do to progress.

Awesome to see Mattel Intellivision games next to entrance :-) I love these jump to the car and go to game hunting videos!

I love the comic book style intro. That was dope! Keep slaying it Jason!

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, this was a fun video to edit. I had over 500 pieces of video and I was determined to use them all! 😜

@matthewmoney6377

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks i bet it was tough but the quality was top notch! Im glad to see you back outside mingling amongst the people again and getting some sun. I hope to see you at SEGE next year! Much love my man and you have been a major inspiration to me as a collector. Im thinking of starting a channel with my wife. We are cross country truck drivers. I thought it would be awesome to show that life along with video game collecting across the USA. Any tips?

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

When it comes to making videos, take inspiration from other KZreadrs you enjoy watching. For travel videos like this, I get ideas from travel vloggers like Kara & Nate. They don't do game hunting videos, but their style and edits is something I really enjoy: kzread.info/dron/4ijq8Cg-8zQKx8OH12dUSw.html

I really enjoyed this video. One of your best! Well done!

Awesome video. I love these tours of retro game stores. Keep up the good work.

If I would make one reocmmendation for this type of video it would be to bring someone along with you or try to get comments from local gamers if they are interested in giving a comment about the shop themselves or what they are picking up and why they like the store or how they found it. Having more personalities to go along with it would make it feel like a more complete narrative and I think would spice it up more. Still always look forward to your uploads. That Geralt figure surprised me. I don't remember a rubber duck being in that bath lol.

@wyldelf2685

2 жыл бұрын

Yes this what I was trying to convey, road trips are always better in groups,,it inspires more comments and adds comedy,,,😎😎🤠😎

Yes! I love me some video game hunting with MJR! 😄

Great idea for a video man! Was quite fun to watch!

Jason great production value on this video you're stepping up your game

I was just at Next Level Games on Saturday when I was visiting the Seattle area last week. Picked up some good stuff! It does seem like they have downsized quite a bit since I visited them many years ago though. I also went to the other Another Castle locations. I had no idea there was one in Marysville as well. I will definitely check it out next time I’m up there!

@JuanHerrera-pf6hc

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder is next level is a franchise because here in jersey there is a store with the same names 15 mins from my house

I love this style of video. Exploring the variety of retro game stores.

This one of the best episodes you have made. The editing skills are next level.

Very cool of you to give these places of business a bit of a spotlight during these tough economic times. Love your channel and I hope all the mom n pop game stores that are struggling keep fighting the good fight and thrive once the world opens up fully again. Peace and love my friends!

These types of videos always make me feel like I’m living in another universe, cause the retro game stores by me don’t have anything but sports games and shovelware. LOL

awesome to see you visit the local places in the seattle area. fun to see places i have been through on youtube.

AYYYY LET'S GO, Love Washington and love Marysville. Glad you made it up North!

I was hoping that you will pick up Lighthouse and you did !, thank you, i have a lot of memories with this game. It is a hidden gem.

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

You played it! I love hearing that 👍

saw this upload and literally said out loud "YES METALJESUS" i love the game hunting + pickups! Thank you for the video

Great video MJ! I loved seeing these local shops. Awesome find on that Heros game as well. I'm a huge fan of the series myself.

Great video Jason😃 Loved the scenery as well, and I must say, the quality of your video camera is amazing!! 👍

I want to go on a trip like this so much! I need to make other collector friends lol

I love all the road trip and hunting videos!! Keep em coming! And the pick ups with Reggie! You guys always give me something fun to pick up

i love seeing vlogs like this - there needs to be more people doing this specific stuff on here. it's cool finding neat little shops with hidden gem video games! :)

Great video! Shame it's so short, love these themed videos!

I love the game hunting videos! I feel like I never find any good deals when I go out. What are the best finds you've had at garage sales?

@galacticbattleground8290

2 жыл бұрын

You should start collecting arcade games! A couple in the game room would be awesome!

@Waggswag13

2 жыл бұрын

I found an ocarina of time and a gold holographic Majora's Mask at a garage sale and got them both for $10 together.

@dandiaz19934

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like fidning stuff that's actually good is much harder these days. Everyone goes to eBay to look up what games are going for these days. It's harder to find good deals unless people are really unaware/aren't familiar with the prices on the internet.

@markm4033

2 жыл бұрын

I found a working original PSP for $20. Had that modified to play my roms and I have a white PSP 3000 as my main PSP not modded.

@IndieArcadeWave

2 жыл бұрын

@@dandiaz19934 I agree, I also just feel like we are past the point of a lot of the classics being in people's houses. I feel like they have been sold or throw out by now. It's sad.

Fire Emblem Echoes is my favorite one. Great pick up! Great balance when it comes to difficulty. Super fun!

@psychotropictraveler514

2 жыл бұрын

I really need to play more Fire Emblem. I had the first one on GBA back in the day and remember loving it. Have you tried the newest one for Switch?

@nickbrown5440

2 жыл бұрын

@@psychotropictraveler514 I have. It was pretty easy on "Normal" Difficulty as you don't need to think much. I say play it on hard to give yourself a challenge.

Love when you go on these trips and show everybody what's in these retro game stores

Great video as always. Love these game hunting vids!

Very awesome video and living close to Washington, makes me ready to make a list for my next visit!

Would love to explore the great game stores of Washington! They just gotta open that border to Canucks first. Meanwhile, Americans should come check out the bustling retro scene in BC!

I’m finding myself wanting more of this since I can’t exactly do it myself at the moment

@RetroAmateur1989

2 жыл бұрын

I can't do this at any moment. Very few shops, and all, far away.

Awesome Pictures - love your roadtrips ❤️

Great experience and a clip for everyone to be able to explorer those small town jewels! Keep up the good work! :)

I went to Seattle a few years ago for a Alaskan Cruise. I wish I would have known of all of the epic stores before coming through. I want to come back and visit some day!!

There's something relaxing about just driving around, shopping, even simply window shopping. Something most of us have missed during lockdowns. I look forward to the day we can leave this pandemic behind us and go back to perusing and relaxing.

@thesvc2006

2 жыл бұрын

some people, like the person making this video, has already left this pandemic behind and is out and about acting as if life is just back to normal now. sad to see.

@xancypillosi9497

2 жыл бұрын

I been out since day one. Living my life

@Koi33.

2 жыл бұрын

you can leave it behind anytime you want

An awesome tour again MJ 👌🏼

Love these kinds of videos you do. Beautiful locations and great stores 👌🏻🤘🏻

Hey MetalJesus, why don't you setup a collection for that game store that's been hit hard and let's us gamers donate to them?

Cool to see, also where's your mask in these stores xD

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I'm double vaccinated and at the time of this video, masks were optional. That said, if a store wanted me to wear a mask, I would have no problem with that. Cheers 🍻

@TheMountyPresents

2 жыл бұрын

@@MetalJesusRocks Understandable, have a nice day 👍

Love these mini road trip style videos! Makes me definitely want to take a trip to visit Washington in the future. 🔥 Awesome work, as always!

I love the driving footage coupled in here and the general idea of game store road trips. Thanks M J

@MetalJesusRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

That was a great road trip! loved the scenery. Greetings from the UK.

Been a long time coming bro good to see another road trip vid

Really taking these videos up a notch

It warms my heart to see the retro game community going strong. Thanks as always for the great content!

MOAR videos like this!!!! You make some wonderful content MJ!!!!

Whoa. Washington is beautiful! Thank you for sharing those parts of your journey.

Awesome road trip Jason! You got some amazing stuff too.

Love these retro game hunting videos. Wish my country had retro gaming stores like these.

these videos are great!!! :) Always so cool to see these little shops, so much passion!

I love your content man. May you hit a mill

Loved this road trip brother. That PSP is really nice and them games!!. These places look amazing!!. Absolutely beautiful scenery.

Really been enjoying these videos!

I love these pickup videos, great way to see whats out there!

You got my fiancé and I back into some older games again, thank you so much for spreading your passion, it is very contagious. We just hooked up our old PS2, N64, and having a blast! Thank you so much Metal Jesus. Keep rocking 🤘

Thank God you did one of these today, were moving tomorrow so it’s been these and your moving videos for me! Otherwise all of them

awesome video MJ Thanks for sharing.

i really needed a little road trip, and who better to go with than mr. metal jesus. thank you kindly sir.

I love so much your video games hunting looking forward for more

Absolutely awesome action when you share your travel adventures. So many retro game places in your area. Don't hv tht action in Wyoming. Appreciate you my man

Really Enjoyed it, Love these type of videos

I'm not a full on game head but I love these videos - great presenter and production and I love the travelogue element - great stuff MJR - keep them coming!