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Fun Youtube channels you have to follow

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Youtube is a guilty pleasure of sorts for me. Looking for fun Youtube channels to watch is more of a chore than a pleasure, though, because there are tons and tons of channels that you can subscribe to and get good timely content that can help you out when procrastinating. To be honest, fun Youtube channels aren’t just about procrastination, as you can get a lot of good information out of them, not to mention tips and tricks on how to live your life. Each Youtube channel that you check out is usually different, even if the videos are schematic, as it they are themed like many others that you can find. Each Youtuber adds something to these schemes and genres and it’s fun to see how different people approach different subject matters. Fun Youtube channels that are worthy of subscribers usually are the most subscribed ones, but there are channels out there that still provide great content and fun times for when you just need to relax and get a breath of pop culture.

Note that these are not the most subscribed Youtube channels nor the most popular Youtube channels, but they are picks from a long list of subscriptions and channels that I’ve been browsing for the past year or so. These fun Youtube channels are great for two things (more or less): laughing and learning. When watching Youtube online, I usually look for videos that can either make me laugh in a couple of minutes or keep engaged with good content for the better part of an hour. After reviewing this list, you might notice the tendency towards alternative culture, which is something that I’m personally fascinated with. One can always find fun Youtube channels to follow on the recommended list and Youtube suggestions have gotten pretty good over the past few months. In the beginning, the suggestions that I got were pretty irrelevant, as if Youtube was judging my interests and preferences based on location, but the platform seems to have learned to take away more from the videos that I watch and the fun Youtube channels that I subscribe to when giving me suggestions. Without further ado, let’s see what are the few fun Youtube channels that I would recommend to anyone right now.

1. Markiplier – gaming

This one’s a newer subscription of mine but it’s definitely one of the most fun Youtube channels that I’ve ever come across. Before recommending Pewdiepie to me, note that I’ve checked him out and watched quite a few of his videos, and it’s not my cup of tea. Markiplier suits my preferences much better. To be honest, I don’t watch all the videos the dude uploads, but I’m most fond of scary gameplays that he does. I consider Markiplier’s channel to be one of the most fun Youtube channels that one can follow because the scary games that he walks you through are mostly indie games, his commentary is hilarious and the videos manage to keep me watching for hours. My favorite Markiplier series is Let’s play Fatal Frame II, which is a Japanese horror game that he’s played for quite some time, ending up with about 11 videos that are almost an hour long each. They’re perfect for my lunch break and they keep me entertained. The only thing that I don’t enjoy on occasion when it comes to Markiplier’s videos is that he gets carried away a bit and doesn’t pay attention to what he’s doing in the game and as such, omits things that I would have liked to see. Also, I should mention that I’m a coward when it comes to horror games so sometimes I stop playing after a few levels and choose to watch the game unfold. I’m working on that. By the way, Geek Reply is working on some similar gameplay footage and I’ll be uploading some of them soon enough to our Youtube channel. Will let you guys know when that happens.

2. Grav3yardgirl make-up and lifestyle

Guys don’t refrain from this channel just because it’s labeled as make-up and that might be of interest to a certain demographic. Bunny Meier, who’s running one of the most fun Youtube channels I’ve ever followed, is a very versatile person. The videos she uploads are fun, filled with jokes and funny scenes and give off more of a sketch-feel, even though they’re not meant to do so. Grav3yardgirl has been around for quite some time now and has a whole community called the Swamp Family around her public person. Most of the videos she’s been doing lately are make-up related, which is not my favorite genre to be honest, but her fresh, jumpy, fun personality makes anything fun. Sometimes I feel like she might not be the brightest of the lot, but that only makes her personality pop and be unique. Her vlogs are the funniest I’ve watched and it’s just her talking to the camera, which means that she’s truly a fun person to hang out with in a virtual world. My favorite video series from Grav3yardgirl is the Does this thing really work? series which involves Bunny testing out as seen on TV products or weird gadgets that she comes across. That series alone makes her channel one of the most fun Youtube channels to watch of all time.

3. ThreadBanger – DIY 

Browsing on Pinterest for DIY projects that I can do is fun, but I’ve always preferred video tutorials, which is where ThreadBanger comes in. I’ve been subscribed to ThreadBanger for the past few years and although I’ve become less interested in DIY projects recently, I still appreciate what the channel has to offer. I don’t really have time for DIY projects now, even though I miss messing around with a sewing machine. ThreadBanger is one of the fun Youtube channels because it offers tutorials which range from very easy to incredibly hard so that the content really taps into any kind of person: one who’s starting out in DIY and one who needs something to challenge their DIY skills. On ThreadBanger, you can find tutorials for clothes, lava lamps, costumes, house-hold stuff, toys, accessories and other things that might be of interest. It’s a massive collection of videos and I definitely endorse checking them out, because you can literally browse for an entire day and make a list of at least 10 different DIY projects that you can, should and will do in the near future.

4. MobileTechReview – tech reviews

Since I’m a tech enthusiast and love all things tech-related, it was natural that I would put a tech review channel on the fun Youtube channels list that I recommend. I follow a lot of tech-related Youtube channels, but I chose MobileTechReview because Lisa, who is doing the tech reviews, is such a natural, smart and engaging person that I can’t even, so to speak. She’s down to Earth and talks about all the good and bad about a tech product. I really like the fact that she does objective reviews and that she always uploads new gadgets almost on a daily basis. The videos she puts out are among the first ones to be published about newly launched products and her in-depth reviews are truly fun to watch. I usually learn a lot from what she tells me in her videos because she goes into the smallest details that you can imagine and gives you a complete picture of what a new smartphone, tablet, laptop, notebook or anything else she’s reviewing. My favorite series from MobileTechReview is the Comparisons and Smackdowns sections, because I genuinely enjoy seeing smartphones and tablets getting compared to each other because that way, you can have two different reference points, which comes in handy when trying to decide on a purchase. I’ve included MobileTechReview on the fun Youtube channels to follow list because it’s educational, fun and engaging and one of the best tech-review channels on Youtube, in my opinion.

5.  Flossy Carter  tech review and opinion

Tech channels dominate my subscription list and Flossy Carter is my favorite independent tech reviewer who delves into many things, not just tech. It’s on the fun Youtube channels that you should watch list because he’s down to Earth and publishes videos that are objective as you get, all the while expressing opinion that is usually on point with my own. That’s something that I really like about Flossy. He delves into market strategy, he’s not afraid of expressing controversial opinions and he’s not afraid of criticizing products that others are in love with. While MobileTechReview focuses a lot on specs and hardware, Flossy Carter makes his reviews and impressions more relevant to the user by talking more about what the actual user gets out of a certain product, instead of rambling about the hardware and the specs. I’m undecided between MobileTechReview and Flossy Carter, as in I don’t know which of these I should call my favorite. I think both is just fine. If you like tech, objective reviews, down to Earth opinions and fun commentary, Flossy Carter is one of the most fun Youtube channels you should check out. If you like tech, objective reviews and a lot of educational information, MobileTechReview is the next channel you should check out.

As part of the editorial team here at Geekreply, John spends a lot of his time making sure each article is up to snuff. That said, he also occasionally pens articles on the latest in Geek culture. From Gaming to Science, expect the latest news fast from John and team.

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5 Reasons You NEED To Play The Final Fantasy VIII Remaster

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After many years of fans begging Square Enix to remaster Final Fantasy VII, they finally listened and did just that. There were numerous excuses as to why the game’s re-release had lagged behind the re-releases of both VII and IX, with the most common excuse being that the game’s original code was lost years ago. However, the company made it happen and the game is finally available for modern audiences to play on modern hardware today. We’re going to give you 5 reasons why you should do just that.

First time available on modern hardware

As we’ve already said, this is the first time that the game is available on modern hardware. While the game originally launched for PS1 back in 1999, it later got a PC port in 2000. That means that is has been a whopping 19 years since a new version of the game has been available for purchase, and that wait was a brutal one. However, it is finally over and you can now play this classic game on PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch along with PC. If the lack of modern hardware support was stopping you from checking out, that excuse just got thrown out the window.

The visuals look better than ever

Thankfully, Square Enix did not just slap this port together quickly and throw it out there to shut everyone up. They did a terrific job of putting on a shiny new coat of paint for the game, with the character models in particular looking much better. While things like environment textures didn’t get quite the same amount of attention, this is nevertheless the best that the game has ever looked. It also helps that the game is simply beautiful from a design standpoint, with the game’s world being gorgeous to behold even though we’re dealing with the hardware limitations of 1999.

Quality of life improvements

While those who played the game 20 years ago will still be getting what is essentially the same experience, Square Enix did add some quality of life improvements to put it more in line with current JRPGs. These changes include the likes of increasing battle speed by 3 times, shutting off random encounters completely and even a cheat to give you max HP and limit breaks. While these may seem minor, these will go a long way to ease some of the tedium that many feel after some particularly long gaming sessions. Max HP and Limit Breaks will also make the incredibly tough Ultima and Omega Weapon boss fights a lot easier to deal with.

Triple Triad

The Final Fantasy series is known for having its fair share of enticing side quests and mini games, but there isn’t a single one that is as addicting as Triple Triad. The game is essentially a card game that is played on a 3×3 grid, and each card has a certain number on the top, bottom, left and right sides. You need to place your cards in a manner that the numbers on your cards are higher than your opponents, and seeing as your card can be attacked from four different sides this can be tricky. You’re able to challenge many different characters to a match throughout the course of the entire game, and doing so comes with plenty of nice rewards that will make your quest easier.

The game is awesome

While our previous points focused on specific elements of the game, this one is a simple fact that has been true since 1999: the game is awesome. Unfortunately, releasing immediately after Final Fantasy VII (a watershed moment for gaming) put it under a very cruel microscope, with many knee jerk reactions simply saying it “isn’t as good as VII.” However, in the years that have passed people have revisited the game, and the consensus has definitely changed. This adventure that Square created is unlike any other in the series, being host to an ambitious and bizarre plot filled with some of the best characters the series has ever seen. If you’ve played the game before then this is the perfect time to experience this masterpiece all over again, and if you haven’t then what are you waiting for?

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10 Huge Games Still Coming In 2019

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10 Huge Games Still Coming 2019

2019 has been yet another good year for gaming so far, with several games releasing that will be big contenders for game of the year once the curtain closes. However, despite the year already being more than halfway over, there are still some huge titles on the horizon that are sure to make their own dents on the coming best-of lists. This article will list the 10 biggest games that are still coming in 2019.

Control

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A new game from Remedy Entertainment is always highly-anticipated, and Control is no different. The game is an action-adventure game in the same style as Alan Wake or Quantum Break, but with a supernatural twist. Players will control Jesse Faden, who possesses a variety of supernatural abilities like telekinesis, levitation and more. She will be using her abilities in order to defeat an enemy known only as the Hiss, which has corrupted reality. Control launches for PS4, Xbox One and PC on August 27th.

Borderlands 3

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It has been many years since the last game in the Borderlands series released, but the hiatus is finally coming to an end very soon. Those who have played previous games in the series will feel right at home with this game, as it’s once again a loot-driven FPS. The game will offer more zany characters and a charming and insane world to explore, all while dealing with new antagonists Troy and Tyreen Calypso along with their Children of the Vault cult. Borderlands 3 launches for PS4, Xbox One and PC on September 13th, with a Google Stadia port release date being TBA.

Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint

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Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon series is returning soon with Breakpoint, which will serve as a continuation of previous game Wildlands. The game is set in an open world environment called Aurora, which is a fictional island in the Pacific Ocean. Players will control Lieutenant Colonel Anthony “Nomad” Perryman, who is a special forces operative that was sent to the island to investigate a series of disturbances in the area. Breakpoint launches for PS4, Xbox One and PC on October 4th, with a Google Stadia port coming in November.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

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Each new installment in the Call of Duty series is always huge, but Modern Warfare’s release marks a first for the long-running franchise. It will be the first game in the series that is reimagining of a previous game in the series, taking 2004’s original game and updating its mechanics and themes to match today’s world. The game will still have some of the beats that the first game had, but will also incorporate lots of surprises to make it a fresh experience. Modern Warfare launches for PS4, Xbox One and PC on October 25th.

The Outer Worlds

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Obsidian Entertainment’s The Outer Worlds is one that will be very highly-anticipated for fans of Fallout: New Vegas, as this game serves as a sort of spiritual successor to that game. It will be an open world RPG that allows you to explore many unique areas crawling with plenty of deadly foes. Players will also be able to encounter and recruit NPCs as companions that have their own personal missions and stories to take part in. The Outer Worlds launches for PS4, Xbox One and PC on October 25th, with a Switch port also being in the works.

Luigi’s Mansion 3

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It seemed very unlikely that Luigi’s Mansion would become a recurring franchise for Nintendo following the original GameCube game, but here we are. Luigi’s Mansion 3 is coming to Switch, which also means it will be the first home console release since the original game back in 2003. This time the game is set in a haunted hotel rather than a mansion, and Luigi has some new tricks up his sleeves to take down all those ghosts. Luigi’s Mansion 3 will launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on October 31st.

Death Stranding

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If you’re looking for the most ambitious (and weirdest) game still coming in 2019, then look no further. Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding has perplexed gamers ever since its announcement, and each new trailer that releases just brings more and more questions to the table. It is Kojima’s first game since breaking up with Konami after the release of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phanton Pain (and the cancellation of Silent Hills), and it looks like Kojima has taken the newfound complete creative control to deliver something truly original. Death Stranding launches exclusively for PS4 on November 8th.

Pokemon Sword & Shield

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At this point we all know what to expect from a new Pokemon game, and Sword and Shield seems poised to deliver even more cute creatures for players to capture and battle very soon. What sets Sword and Shield apart from its predecessors is that it will be the first home console release for the series, which is saying something considering the series has been around for over 20 years. Pokemon Sword & Shield launches exclusively for Switch on November 15th.

Shenmue III

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If you’re a fan of Shenmue then nothing needs to be said for the inclusion of the upcoming third game on this list. Fans of the series have been waiting nearly two decades for a follow-up to the second game, and in just a couple of months that will finally be delivered to them. Brought to life thanks to an extremely successful Kickstarter campaign, the game continues the adventure of protagonist Ryo Hazuki as he hunts down his father’s killer. Shenmue III will launch for PS4 and PC on November 19th.

DOOM Eternal

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id Software’s DOOM 2016 was one of the best FPS games to come along in years, so it’s a no-brainer that the follow-up would be on this list. Eternal is set to offer yet another intense FPS campaign for players to plunge into, while also offering a multiplayer component that greatly improves upon the last game’s underwhelming multiplayer mode. There will also be twice as many demon types than there was in the last game, meaning that the chaos level just got that much higher. DOOM Eternal launches for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia and PC on November 22nd.

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5 Most Exciting Announcements From The Xbox E3 2019 Press Conference

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Microsoft’s Xbox E3 2019 Press Conference has officially come to an end, and with it came plenty of big announcements to get excited about. Some new games were announced, whereas previously-announced games got new footage and/or release dates. In this article we’ve narrowed it all down to the 5 most exciting announcements.

New Xbox “Project Scarlett” Coming Holiday 2020

We’ve known for a while now that a new Xbox was in the works, but now we know when to expect it. Microsoft’s fourth console (which hopefully has a better official name than Xbox One did) will be a big step up from the previous console. Things like much faster load times, an AMD Processor that is four times more powerful than the Xbox One X, 8K Resolution and 120 FPS were all mentioned. A price and exact release date weren’t mentioned. It will also be launching with…

Halo Infinite Coming Holiday 2020, Launching On Both Xbox One and Project Scarlett

The wait for the next Halo game has been longer than ever before for series fans, and the announcement at E3 revealed that the wait will continue. Halo Infinite will not be launching until Holiday 2020, meaning it will have been 5 years since the previous game released with Halo 5. It will also be launching on Xbox One and Project Scarlett, meaning the new console will have a big launch title for fans to get pumped about.

Cyberpunk 2077 Coming April 2020, Stars Keanu Reeves

It’s hard to pick a game that people have been more excited about than Cyberpunk 2077, and after Microsoft’s press conference we’re even more excited. Not only is it coming in April of next year, but Keanu Reeves himself will be playing a “key” role in the game. Everything shown from the game has looked great so far, so hopefully it all pans out and we have another classic from CD Projekt RED come April 2020.

FromSoftware and George R.R. Martin Collaboration Elden Ring Announced

This one was actually leaked prior to the presentation, but Dark Souls developer FromSoftware and Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin are collaborating on a new game. The game is called Elden Ring, and it will be a departure from the developer’s most recent games as it will be open world. Very little information on the game is known at this point, as it is still in the early stages of development.

Phantasy Star Online 2 Is Coming West

It took a very long time, but the popular MMORPG is finally coming west. The game is coming to Xbox One in a free-to-play form in Spring 2020, so the wait won’t be that much longer. “There will be no limitations on game experiences,”says Sega, because they want to “provide all players with a fair and exciting experience.”

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