El Paso, Elsewhere - what even is modern retro gaming? | Renegade Cut 

“I was raised Catholic but like all Catholics, I’m not Catholic anymore” new response for nosey people’s questions unlocked, thanks chief

As a recovering Catholic (15 years, 9 months and 5 days without eating god), I was wonderfully delighted with your particular definition of "sin". Made me want to print it and put it on a poster on the front wall of my office! Thank you!!

"on the other hand, which is my left hand" thank you for this

Your dry humor tickles my giblets

Normally leftists start with videogames and move to politics, not the other way around, but I'll take it!

I'm loving your popular media review era. Glad you're living your best life with it.

I LIKE your voice, for what it's worth. I like people who sound calm.

I'm not even ten minutes into this, and I'm already laughing myself silly. Thank you. Really.

Hi 1080P Leon, nice to meet you! I appreciate the take about different graphical styles being just that: an artstyle over retro graphics. I never thought of modern games like that, but it makes sense

I wouldn't want any other conductor to do the loudspeaker announcements while riding your train of thought. Can't wait to see to where it detours next time.

This is such a joyful video. It's so much fun. Thank you for this.

I love that you're broadening your horizons. I hope you are happy, brother.

You sound so much more h̶a̶p̶p̶y̶ relaxed than you have in a long time, man. I'm loving the new content, and good job taking care of yourself.

As someone who became a fan of your videos when most of your content was film analysis, I can confidently say 1080p Leon's video is one of the funniest I've seen. Keep Going until you are 4k Leon and beyond.

I always admired your more serious work, and I love that you're having fun with videos again.

FWIW, I actually find your voice quite soothing and engaging. Thanks man.

I love this swerve into more fun topics like video games. You give a very "Tim Rogers with the swear filter turned off" vibe, that is a compliment I promise

Deviated Septum sounds like a great name for a Baltimore based punk band.

Your narration is giving me real Welcome To Nightvale vibes. For which I thank you.

i am 100% here for this new chapter of your life and your work, leon. had to pause this video at least five times because i was laughing so hard. i genuinely hope you continue to enjoy what you're doing and find success with it. :)

Why would I *EVER* want to replace your audio, Leon? Your soft yet firm candor & laid-back tone are so....IDK, comforting

I love your dry wit where you go into sarcastic tangents like Old El Paso sauce

such an amazing game, and i'm loving your intensely genuine enthusiasm for your new turn in videos- you've done lots of great work in sharing info about important politics, but it's important to make joyful art as well! thank you for all your hard work

You sound great and this game looks great. I hope you keep going :)

Loving the new/old direction of your channel. Keep going! Also, people complaining about your voice is just bonkers to me. Your cadence and line delivery are probably the main appeal for me, other than the writing of course. Your channel is one of the first I started following, and probably what got me into video essays in the first place.

You spin quite the yarn for those of us watching this in an old hotel room - and listening too, by the by. Especially with the wailing killdeer right outside the window, out in the darkness. The experience of it all is very atmospheric, care of your deliberately-worded script suited just so for that distinctive voice - in this case, almost eerily calm, like we've been placed inside the game as you slipped out, and you drive the tone (and us) through a hell of a ride. (If you'll pardon the pun, or is it?) It feels like controlled chaos, as your voice soothes as we descend deeper into the fray, with reassurance from your asides only because our guide sounds calm. Bored? Not in the least! Altogether, you've set quite the tone masterfully, and I wouldn't have it any other way - nor with any other voice to guide us, thank _you_ very much! ...I say that with sincerity, which is hard to convey without my voice, but even with it. I'd say "that's our world," but it's not anymore. Not blindly futuristic, not retro, not whatever things used to be. Controlled chaos, as I call it, but I like _1080p_ so I'll have to check out those tracks and drive on. Cheers. (I don't know; blame the killdeer. Or maybe one of us has the Shining.)

11:08 Thank you. I thought all along I was weird for doing that.

I really like how your voice sounds. And I doubt I’m very unique in holding that opinion ❤

I could listen to you talk about anything. thanks for sharing your thoughts 🙇

The seamless interleaving of personal anecdote, media interpretation, and manifesto is absolutely killer. You keep going.

Wait, what? The sound of your voice is half of what keeps me coming back!

I can feel the passion returning to your body with the last couple videos, and I'm glad for you. You keep going. :)

As a long time fan of the channel, I am blown away by this video. Easily my favorite you've made. I'm loving the new style

I am enjoying the videogame era of Renegade Cut, the salsa bit killed me

I actually dig your calm cool non performative tone. It helps convey your words as well thought out. Your message always has structure and never comes off as an emotional reaction. Whoever would tell you to hire someone else to speak for you are, themselves, without direction.

The visuals you gave of Whitney Houston being catapulted into the atmosphere really put the feeling into words so brilliantly! Didn't consciously realize how much that drum emotionally affected the song until you pointed it out.

Great video! Thanks for this. Don't know what else to say. Have a good day

I love the way you explain that you're not going to risk power loss, therefore, this part of the video is about the first game

Nice to see James Savage is doing well since he sat next to me in AS Maths in 2003

Thank you for reflecting on yourself and talking about your life when you comment on content, it gives it so much life and depth

To say this is the best video you've ever made is a disservice to all the amazing videos you have done. To say this is my favorite video you've ever made is a disservice to just how hard I love this.

Your humor is great and comes at you sideways, forcing a laugh I didn't even know was there.

This went hard. Thank you Renegade Cut!

That closer! YES! Chase your bliss, it's working. I'll aspire to do likewise.

Damn dude that first 3 minutes and 17 seconds was an incredible intro. These game videos have been really great, its awesome seeing you make the art you want to make. As a long time fan, I've always enjoyed your voice and I find it particularly endearing when you open up about your personal life, much like you did in this video. By the way, you have a great sense of humor. Keep on keeping on, Leon! 👍

"Go nuts! Go banana bread!" What if I go turtle cheesecake instead?

You sound so relaxed now. I'm glad you're making the content that you want to make.

Leon I'm loving your new Era & I love the new premise of your art. Also your voice means a lot to me as a listener. Glad you are working mindfully on your practice. You go hard, keep going until you don't want to go any longer. Respect.

Frankly I love your voice and it’s part of why I stuck with your channel so long. That said, I also love your take on politics and pop culture and your new workflow/output so please keep up whatever you’re doing and hopefully you don’t get too many complaints.

Top notch whatever this is, man. I don't think this is my kind of game, but you're right about the soundtrack. Banger music

Really, really enjoying this new direction of your channel! Just glad to be hearing you talk about things again.

This video went so damn hard. Kudos. 👍🏽 Also thanks for introducing me to El Paso Nightmare. Instantly wishlisted.

Diet Shasta at room temperature sounds like almost as bad a hell as running around a hotel being chased by demons

I really appreciate the audio mixing on your videos. A professor might instruct you to make VO nearly as loud as media, but they would be wrong. The ducking out of a full stereo signal into quieter VO draws the audience’s attention down to your words, and contributes to the tone.

Love the "change" in direction, it's appreciated and healthy. I like your tastes and excellent editing. You keep going!

I’ve been watching your videos for about 6 years now and I love the evolution! Keep it up!

10:46 "like all catholics, I'm not catholic anymore" man, i feel that

I always thought you were just speaking softly. Frankly I find your tone soothing, it makes it easy to keep listening.

"That's where all the vitamins are." 😂

Love the new direction for your channel, Leon. Keep making what makes you happy!

Your videos are so gripping, I can never pause them Also your narration is S+ tier

This is one of my favorite vids from you!

Okay, this is your funniest video ever! Even my old man is chuckling and laughing beside me as we listen to this! I've watched your vids for a few years mainly to stay in the know on some things and the dry wit, but this one is the best!

This is the type of gaming content I'm looking for! Guess I'm buying two new games!

You said that you’re proud of your work in a post. I am real happy to hear that.

Loved it, psyched for the next chapter of videos

One of your best essays yet. KEEP GOING.

Really like this, the humour, the writing, the topic…. It’s fresh yet familiar. Good stuff.

For my money, your videos lately have been total bangers.

This train of thought style video was refreshing. Keep going you.

FYI, I like the sound of your voice. Sometimes when I'm over stimulated or having trouble controlling my anxiety (yay autism), I'll get out your Matrix Resurrections video because I love the content and your voice is so damn soothing. I'm glad you're not changing your videos or your voice for others. Kick butt, do what you want, the people telling you what not to do or be are irrelevant. :)

I'm a chronic 2x speed viewer of RU-vid videos but decided to let this one play at 1x, and I found myself developing a new found appreciation for your narration. So I really laughed when I got to the part about other people complaining about it! Great video. Funny and thought provoking. Always enjoy your dives into your Catholic upbringing, as well.

It is so cool that you decided to do a review of this game that I love! Thanks, Leon. This was an awesome video.

This is a rad video! Great work, Leon.

Leon, this was a triumph.

I love the dry humor also great video! Love this new work!

I knew exactly where that Kapital joke was going as soon as it started, and I was not disappointed! 💜

I love these videos of yours.

You tell us your tired and are going back to reviewing video games and movies, which I look forward to, and then you give us the Sister Principle story. This. This is why i recommend Renegade cut to anyone who will listen.

I really really like this new writing style youve made for yourself, this less filtered style

Love how these video game videos are so deep, yet entertaining; sseeingly fumbling around from topic to topic and chuckfull of anecdotal tidbits, but in fact laser focused on the subject at hand.

Very intrigued with the new direction, 1080p Leon. I'll stay tuned, good video.

Your humour is so on point in this video. I love all your work, do whatever the fk you want and need to do. I'm here for it :)

Good to see you back 👏⭐️🏆

Leon was Catholic. I was Catholic, too. I'm a secular commie now. Thanks, Catholicism.

engagement for algo gods, keep it going Leon

This is excellent. I really enjoy your work.

Thanks for the awesome video! I probably would have never heard of this title without it and it looks like an absolute blast. I do have to say, whomever made the comments about your voice and narrative style certainly have opinions quite different than mine. I love your narration, it manages to be soothing and calming, but also not put me into a coma. That means I can listen to you for ages while still being attentive without starting to zone out which is an extremely rare gift, in my experience. I can't wait to see what you put out next. I hope it brings you as much joy and makes you think while making it as it does for me when watching it.

This is peak Renegade Cut! I get the sense you had almost as good of a time making this vid as I did watching it!

Love your style, thank you for your videos

I hadn't heard of this game, so I am glad you introduced us to it.

I love weird games and all the fun tangents in this video. Thanks!

Lore??! Diet cola??!! Games??!! Renegade Theory coming next!

Nice to meet you 1080p Leon. Really enjoyed the vid!

I’m here for the new direction and feel inspired to do the same. Right on 👍

I find your voice soothing and engaging. I am so very grateful you never entertained the idea of hiring a narrator.

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I love this format of your video, did not expect it and the point about "outdated" games is something I thought about alot, but it's not only graphics, there is like control styles and all that that is considered outdated as if it was just technology but ppl do talk like this, albeit to lesser extent, about other forms of art as well - I have seen "medieval european art did not invent perspecitve yet", and oh boy, the films, especially the CGI effects but other things too

FWIW I love your voice and even sometimes find it soothing enough to lull myself to sleep with.

Great video!