the world is a little better now that Johnny’s BACK!!!

Happyconsolegamer uploading feels like a Christmas present

If someone doesn't give 10/10s then their scale isn't out of ten, it's out of nine.

Miss those days, when you could game all day and night with your friends and talk about new gaming stuff on the schoolyard, no worries, no bills to pay. Today I don't have a single friend in gaming anymore, last lone wolf :-/

If you find a woman that looks at you the same way Johnny looks at that Shenmue case she’s a keeper.

I love you and your channel so much. In a sea of cynical, over-the-top, clickbait rumor mongering gamer youtubers, your channel is a breath of fresh air each time i see a video posted. Youre sincere, positive and passionate, and i learn something new each video you make. Keep going brotha, youre doing a fantastic job.

I was in an accident when i was in Kindergarten ended up with 5 stitches in the top of my skull.. That day my dad stopped on the way home and we picked up Super Mario 3. To this day it will always hold a special place in my heart. I actually have put together a fully complete in box copy and have it in a shadow box in my living room.

Johnny congratulations for your child! Take care buddy.

Chrono Trigger, Spiderman PSOne, Megaman 7, Castlevania SOTN, Earthworm Jim 1-2

Shenmue is so immersive that I literally feel like I can start playing it at any time any day. I used to think my favorite game of all the was KOTOR but after years of beating it regularly I kind of never wanna play KOTOR again but I could start Shenmue 1 or 2 for a hundredth time right now.

Silent Hill on the PS1 on occasion feels to me like a 10/10 And I'm so glad Johnny and co. are okay, so happy to see you again

I can’t get over how enjoyable johnny’s videos are. They are SO DAMN REFRESHING. They just have this great vibe. Johnny you are a national treasure man. Keep up the great work.

YES! Exactly what I needed today :)

Me seeing Link's Awakening on the retro list. "I'll allow it."

Shining Force III Panzer Dragoon Saga Shadow Hearts: Covenant Sakura Wars 3 Shenmue II Metal Gear Solid 3 Dragon Force Ocarina of Time Sonic 3 & Knuckles Castlevania: SOTN Metroid Prime

I remember reading about Shenmue in magazines in the year 2000 when I was 11. I really wanted to play it but my parents were never going to buy me a dreamcast. Many years passed but I always regretted not getting to play Shenmue. Finally the remastered version came out, and I dove right in. I played through Shenmue I and II and loved them both. After that, I didn’t really have to wait long for Shemue III at all! XD got it right away and enjoyed that one too. Now I’m a commited Shenmue fan, lets hope Shenmue IV doesn’t take too long.

The best part about having the US ps2 version of DQ8 is the orchestral soundtrack.

Perfect kind of video for me, hope you're well Johnny! Sundays and morning breakfast/tea always made better with HappyConsoleGamer

There's truly one game that deserves a 10/10: Tetris. Every damn gamer should have played this in their life, regardless if you like it or not, and it’s an addictive game.

Great pick on Dragon Quest VIII. I adored Dark Cloud 2, and it made me excited for anything with Level-5's name on it. I remember drooling over Famitsu scans of DQVIII in 2003 and just hoped and hoped that it would live up to the hype I had for it in my mind. It completely exceeded my expectations. It's probably in my top 10 all time, and I do think it's just about a perfect game.

Phantasy Star 4, that game to me is a 10. The story, characters, cut scenes, blew my mind as a kid

I dig this dude. Very sincere and love the bits of anecdotal stories he places during his retrospection and review. Good stuff.

Just want to thank you John for getting me into Shenmue during this whole quarantine. Initially I was reluctant to play them as I had heard about the ending of Shenmue III from another channel but when I saw your Shenmue rocks video I took a chance and I bought the HD port collection. I played both games back to back over the course of 9 days which I've never done with any series but I did with Shenmue because of how immersive and interesting the games were and now after about a 2 month break I'm playing Shenmue III and loving It! Thanks again for inspiring me with your passion for the series!

Glad your back Johnny! I said it once and I’ll say it again, we need a Lunar the silver star/eternal blue retrospective! Lol 😂 Congrats on the family and like number 130 is from me 👍🏼

our wholesome game lover is back and is as exciting as ever! i was actually playing dragon quest 8 when watching this and i just nodded my head the entire time he talked about it lol, love the enthusiasm so much

Johnny I absolutely love hearing you talk about games. I love how passionate you are about them. It brings me great joy

Yes Jonny! I'm watching this making a Sunday roast in Liverpool UK. No doubt, you will inspire to be playing retro games late into the night. Good to have you back!

3:06 I was like “oh an rpg on ps2, I wonder which one it could be” I am literally playing dq8 right now. 😅

Good to see you back! I wish you and your family all the best! Thanks for all you do!

What a fantastic attitude. I absolutely love this channel and I’m glad to see you’re back!

Nothing like a classic episode of HCG on a Sunday morning! Welcome back!

I'm a happyer Gamer now that your back!! Is good to see you back!!

John, I genuinely love you bro. You and your videos are like having the cool big bro, who has all the cool games. That big bro I never had. I wish nothing but the best for you and your beautiful family. Also I hope Robman is doing well. Your happy console gaming makes all of us (Happy Console Gamers) ✌ ❤

Words can't describe how happy it makes me to see Shenmue on here

10/10 games -Megaman X -Megaman battlenetwork 3 -Megaman legends 1 -Megaman 3/7 -Link to the past -Chrono Trigger -Paper Mario 6 -Pokemon Gold/Silver -Mario Kart 64

Is always great to hear Johnny talk about Shenmue 😀 "Shenmue Rocks" was the firts of his video that I see, so much nostalgia

Missed you Johnny But was good to rewatch your old Vidz🕹

I feel the same way about the original Zelda on NES, just brings me back bombing everything and burning all the bushes to find the next secret. I also love the Zelda & Mario cartoons from back then a lot.

Loved this list Johnny and welcome back you and your positivity were missed good Sir. Glad Kim an daughter are on the upswing and mend good Sir.

You have no idea how happy I am to not only see you're back, but to see Samurai Showdown on the list. I played it constantly in the arcade. I kicked some ass and also got my ass kicked plenty of times but man was it a blast to play.

Man i swear you always have positive energy in all your videos. Your the best man.

For me my 10 out of 10 games are: - Street Fighter 2 - Streets of Rage 2 - Speedball 2 - Sensible Soccer 2 (alot of S's and 2's, huh?!) - Resident Evil 2 - Mario 64 - Goldeneye - Zelda: Ocarina Of Time - GTA 3, Vice City and San Andreas - Manhunt - Half Life 1 & 2 - Company of Heroes - Red Dead Redemption

Glad you're back, the world needs more happy enthusiasm. Congrats on your new family addition and good luck with your current hurdles.

WooHoo!!! Welcome back Johnny!!! Thanks for your all your amazing videos and content!!!

Your love for gaming comes through so clearly. Thanks for the video. Got me to subscribe!

Dragon Quest 8 is definitely my favourite JRPG of all time! I last played it 15 years ago, so I do need to revisit it.

Games that I feel are 10/10: Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania: SOTN, Super Metroid, SMB 3, Zelda: Ocarina of Time. I mean, 10/10 to me, is hall-of-fame level gaming here. There are plenty of 9/10's out there that are some of my favorite games but just are not at that pinnacle of gaming.

Castlevania SOTN and the original Resident Evil 2 for me.

Great to have you back Johnny! I hope the rest of 2020 makes up for all the crises you have had to deal with this year. Take care, and thank you so much for your wonderful videos. My classic 10/10 games: Little Nemo: The Dreammaster (NES), Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES), Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy Kong's Quest (SNES), Super Mario (N64), Final Fantasy Tactics (PS), Xenogears (PS), Balder's Gate: Dark Alliance (PS 2), Halo: Combat Evolved (Xbox), Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (GCN) Ninja Gaiden: Black (Xbox) etcetera.

Here are some of 10 out of 10 games: - Final Fantasy Tactics - Chrono Trigger - Demon's Crest - Donkey Kong Country 1 & 2 - The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Shining Force II - Phantasy Star IV - Shenmue - Panzer Dragoon Saga - Radiant Silvergun - Super Mario 64 - Resident Evil 2 (1998) - Resident Evil (2002) - Dark Souls - Blade Runner - Diablo - Parasite Eve - Xenogears - Star Fox 64 - Ocarina of Time - Goldeneye 007 - Perfect Dark - Silent Hill 2 - Suikoden II - Metal Gear Solid - Shadow of the Colossus

I remember running back and forth between bites during Christmas dinner, to make sure SMB3 hadn't crashed. No save games in those days kids! Still my favourite platformer Good to have you back matey! xxx

For me including new & retro would be: Portal Pokémon gold (gbc) Uncharted 3 Persona 5 Royal The world ends with you Rampage 2 Hotline Miami

Welcome back good sir! I hope you and your family stay safe and blessings keep on coming :)

What a treat! Great to see you again Johnny :-)

Welcome back Johnny! Some of my 10/10 games: - Shinobi III - Return of the Ninja Master - Robocop Vs Terminator (Genesis) - Golden Axe 2 - Fire Shark - Sunset Riders (Arcade/SNES) - NAM 1975 - Metal Slug - Super Mario 64 - Ocarina of Time

Thanks for the video, congrats on the baby. I hope all is well for your family.

Love these Sunday videos, Johnny.

I love your channel! Me and my uncle that passed away this year played r type so much and both loved it. I still to this day would love to play a new rtype

Yeah Link's Awakening on GB had a huge impact on me as well, so I was so happy to see it remade on the switch.

Welcome back Johnny. We missed you. Excellent video.

My old 10/10 and favourite game of all time is Terranigma on the SNES. Fantastic music, story themes, fun, satisfying (if simple) combat, and great exploration. I also really love games about exploring Earth.

This os what the Happy Console Gamer show is all about. Great video Johnny ,) Cheers

Link's Awakening means a lot to me too. It was the first game my Dad bought for me, and it was completely out of the blue. I can still remember the moment vividly. So it's 10/10 in sentimental value for me.

For me basically everything Sega did especially with the Naomi/Dreamcast era. Crazy Taxi is one I have very fond memories of and people don't really talk about that game enough. My friends and I use to try our hardest to beat each others scores, learn the best routes, and how to be the craziest drivers we could. PSO was another one I spend a ton of time with (even after official servers shut down). PSO was the first time I ever enjoyed playing a game online and interacting with other people and the level grinding and hunting for rare items and raising mags was all just so addictive.

My 10 out of 10 games are Final Fantasy and Dragon Warrior NES. Those are the games that took me back to my childhood days. I would play them for hours and I would draw maps and write down locations for special treasures. Man, those were good times. Keep up the great work.

Love the enthusiasm always! Congrats on becoming parents and we’re glad to have you back. You convinced me to replay Link’s Awakening 😂 10/10 retro games for me would be Mega Man X and Tetris

Happy to see you are getting back in the groove

I love your energy in your vids, keep up the good work man

Great topic and welcome back! My favourite 10/10 retro has got to be Super Ghouls n Ghosts on the SNES. I would probably die from joy if it was remastered or even remade. Come on Capcom!

That story about discovering and then purchasing Mario 3 blew my mind. A 7/11 with an arcade machine featuring a game yet to be released? Local shopping mall with a foreign video game AND the adapter to play it on your console? You were destined to become the HappyConsoleGamer.

My 10/10 games 1- final fantasy 3 (snes) 2- Ys 8 lacrimosa of dana 3- final fantasy 7 (ps1) 4- Chrono trigger 5- secret of mana 6- persona 5 7- dragon quest 8 8- mega man x

Great video. Really enjoyed it! My 10/10 Retro was Landstalker for Sega Genesis. Spent hours and hours trying to figure that one out.

Some fantastic choices, but all of them heightened by you enthusiasm. Awesome video, thanks 🙌

I'm glad you gave me the heads up on those 711 Zelda cups last year!

Thanks! And Happy Thanksgiving for all you do my brother!

Great to have you back.

Will always appreciate your content John!

Your videos are very calming, thank you!

I could listen to you talk about games all day.

Good to see you back man we needed you

Dragon Quest VIII was the first true RPG I had ever finished! I remember watching my older brother play it and one fateful summer I decided to try it out. It is one of the best gaming experiences I have ever had. Over the years I have played many RPG's but DQ8 is at least on the top 5 We have missed you Johnny!

Johnny is 45 and he still looks real fucking good. It always shocks me

Glad you're back John, hope the family is doing well!!

Great to see you back!

Welcome back! Great list and always happy to hear your thoughts and reflections. Some of my 10/10 games through the years are: Super Mario Bros 3 (was happy to hear you mention that first!), Final Fantasy VI, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Metal Gear Solid 3, Fable 2, Super Mario Galaxy, Portal, and Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

Happiness for the return of the Happy Console Gamer! My retro 10/10 list for this video. 1. Crystalis NES 10/10 2. Tekken 5 PS2 10/10 3. Streets of Rage 2 Genesis 10/10 4. Baseball Stars NES 10/10 5. Contra 3 Alien Wars SNES 10/10 6. Soul Calibur Dreamcast 10/10 7. Cosmic Fantasy 2 Turbo CD 10/10

OMG..Dragons Quest 8 is the only one I never had a chance to dive into. The rest of your 10s are spot on! Great trip down for memory lane for me. Master Blaster? Thank you

Welcome back! I hope your well deserved break was great and continued prayers and well wishes to your wife and child.

Hey Johnny, How are you doing man? Hope all is well, I told I will be here awaiting the next video, this was as always... Awesome 👍🏼

Shining Force 1 for the Mega Drive is one of those games for me. I remember seeing pictures of it for the first time in games magazines, and i was instantly in love with it. and still am to this day, with all the shining games from camelot.

Shenmue is my all-time favorite and definitely the game that had the most lasting impression on me. Nothing I've ever played has been that immersive. I love hearing you talk about the game, and I totally agree, the "problems" with the game actually add to it's uniqueness and how memorable it ultimately is. Other notable 10 out of 10's for me are: Lunar: Silver Star Story, KOTOR, FF7, Soul Calibur, Street Fighter 2. Great video Johnny, great to have you back!!

i missed your positivity. great to have you back again

This guy is great! Love this channel

Thrilled you're back John!

Really good to see you again sir !

Absolutely agree with Links Awakening, perfection. Played it on GB when I was 6-7, fell in love. Love the remake too

Im new on the channel and i liked very much this excellent video! I loved the passion way that you described your favorite games! ;) Congratz!

Absolutely Love These videos. Much Love.

I literally have agreed with every game you've mentioned. Almost the exact same experiences with them growing up.

Good to have back, man. Was playing a little of Dragon Quest 8 recently. It is quite good.