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  • video game movies typically suck.

  • But what about TV shows?

  • Welcome to Watch Mojo and today will be counting down our picks for the top 10 TV shows based on video games.

  • Wow, Sonic.

  • The way you stood up to the mayor was epic, and the power of your Mech suit is on parallel for this list.

  • We're looking at the greatest television shows from past and present that air based on or around video games.

  • We won't be including the Witcher on this list.

  • That's an adaptation of Andres Subkoff skis novels, not the video game.

  • Siri's Let's Go, Today Is Your Day, Is it Number 10 Earthworm Jim.

  • In October of 1994 a game called Earthworm Jim was released for both the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis.

  • It proved a major success, and work immediately began on a television adaptation airing on Kids WB between September 1995.

  • In December 1996 Earthworm Jim was positively received by fans and critics alike, who noted its distinct style similar to that of its source material.

  • That stems from the involvement of Doug to Naples, who also created the video game.

  • I've come to rescue the Princess evildoers prepare to be horribly mutilated.

  • Various aspects of the show, including the original characters, were also integrated into future entries of the Siri's.

  • It's a great companion to a fantastic Siris of video games.

  • Oh, groovy your the best psychic yet turns his eyelids inside out.

  • Boy, it's a gift.

  • Number nine.

  • Sonic the Hedgehog.

  • Everyone knows Sonic.

  • He's one of the most iconic video game characters of all time.

  • But did you know that he had to TV Siri's airing around the same time?

  • The more light hearted adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog aired over 60 episodes through 1993.

  • Sounds like robotics bad needs air, stirring up more trouble following what was a much darker Sonic the hedgehog, lovingly nicknamed SAT am by its small cult fan base.

  • Hey, Sam, don't you call me up way.

  • While it may seem a little dated today, this still serves as a lovingly crafted Saturday morning cartoon that is far more mature and thematic.

  • Then one would expect, from a sonic TV show.

  • It took the sonic trappings and crafted a universal and engaging story out of them, creating one of the best video game TV shows in the process.

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  • It's in the hero's job description.

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  • Number eight Kirby right back at you.

  • Never mind the goofy title.

  • Kirby right back at you, is a surprisingly great and surprisingly deep Saturday morning anime.

  • It's gotta be impossible, but your name wouldn't happen to be Kirby this'll.

  • Siri's originally ran in Japan between 2000 and one and 2003 and it aired in North America between 2002 and 2006.

  • Like all great cartoons, the show works is both Children's and adult entertainment.

  • While it's primarily aimed at Children, adults can certainly appreciate various aspects of its production, including the animation, battle sequences, social satire and allegorical stories.

  • One certainly doesn't need to be a devoted Kirby fan to enjoy this delightful anime.

  • I'll let the Chateaubriand for two from on Tree and I'll start off with some snails don't have snails.

  • They take too long.

  • Number seven.

  • Mythic Quest Ravens Banquet This Siri's isn't adapted from the popular I P.

  • Rather, it's centered around the video game industry.

  • When we think about cultural Touchstones, we think et Star Wars avatar, and yet our industry dwarfs traditional entertainment business mythic quest is like a spiritual successor to It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia as it was created by both Charlie Day and Rob McElheny.

  • Along with Sonny writer and executive producer Megan Ganz starring McElheny in the lead role, The Siri's follows the employees of a video game development company, including the engineers, riders and game testers.

  • Can I get a coffee coming?

  • It's like the office mixed with Silicon Valley, serving as a hilarious glimpse into the behind the scenes office life of video game production and what it takes to stay on top.

  • I don't know why I know that I just do.

  • Number six.

  • Where in the World is Carmen San Diego?

  • This is a very popular game show that aired for five seasons and nearly 300 episodes throughout the early nineties.

  • Listen, I want to remind you with one of you that if one of you catches carbon San Diego today, you get that trip to anywhere in North America and that isn't bad.

  • It was created in response to a Nat Geo survey in which it was revealed that a quarter of Americans couldn't locate the Pacific Ocean on a map that shows saw 10 to 14 year old Children competing in various geography related competitions in order to locate Carmen San Diego somewhere in the world that year.

  • Ned, what do you say?

  • I chose not Nigeria.

  • Nigeria.

  • The answer.

  • Looking for Zaire.

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  • It was a monumental ratings and critical success, winning five daytime Emmys for outstanding art direction and taking home the 1992 Peabody Award.

  • Who knew education could be so much fun there in the world?

  • Carmen San Diego Number five Persona four.

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  • The persona Siris of video games are incredibly popular, but this particular anima is based on the PlayStation two Is Persona four.

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  • Released back in 2000 and eight, the game received very strong reviews, owing largely to its imaginative storytelling.

  • The adaptation revolves around a teenager named You Narrow Kami and his friends who get involved in a mysterious murder case.

  • They also discover bizarre TV world and a unique power called persona persona.

  • It may only appeal to diehard fans of the persona Siri's, but those who have played and loved the games will find more than enough to enjoy here.

  • Dude, you can't hold three e can't because I'm King Number four Sonic Boom.

  • The sonic shows never seem to last very long, but they leave behind indelible legacies.

  • This is the fifth TV show to be based on the Sonic I P.

  • But the first to be completely computer generated knuckles talked me one of those deals.

  • Baguette Booth Result is a visually wondrous piece of television and by far the most visually appealing sonic program.

  • Hey, what did obliterate your butt ever do to you rather than try to obliterate It also comes complete with a surprising amount of violence and some important themes, including concepts of gender equality.

  • It was even nominated for a Teen choice award in 2017 including its more mature and intelligent audience.

  • This is Farm, or than just another Kids show.

  • What happened?

  • I couldn't think straight.

  • Nothing made sense.

  • Yeah, you get used to it.

  • Number three Castle Vania.

  • Serving as one of the crowning achievements for Netflix Castle, Vania is a superb television Siri's that richly expands the lower of its I P.

  • What do you mean, no, that woman was the only reason on Earth for me to tolerate human life.

  • The Siri's is based primarily on Castle Vania three.

  • Dracula's Curse, although it also adopts elements of both curse of darkness and symphony of the Night.

  • Yes, no oh!

  • The story primarily concerns a vengeful Count Dracula declaring war on the citizens of Dholakia, the Syriza's richly told and superbly animated, offering up some of the most gorgeous and disgusting visuals in modern animation.

  • It's aimed squarely at mature audiences, proving that animation remains a legitimate form of adult storytelling.

  • Yeah, number two Fate Stay Night Unlimited Blade Works This is yet another short lived but critically adored anime based on a popular Japanese video game.

  • Are You Worthy to Be My Master?

  • It's primarily adapted from the unlimited blade work storyline of the adult visual novel Fate Stay Night, and it concerns a magical battle for the Holy Grail involving reincarnated historical figures.

  • The show comes complete with brand new scenes and some expanded lore, and it was subjected to some crazy hype owing to the popularity of the source visual novel.

  • So that's how it ISS.

  • The adaptation proved a resounding success, thanks to its gorgeous animation and rich character work.

  • It's worth watching for the animation alone as this may be one of the most beautiful Animas ever produced shot.

  • Before we unveil our topic, how about some honorable mentions?

  • Let's take a look.

  • Ace attorney, animated legal procedural.

  • Anyone now.

  • Objection.

  • F zero gp legend.

  • Reboot of the popular F zero franchise.

  • Okay, The Super Mario Brothers Super Show, the very first TV Siri's to be based on the popular Mario I.

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  • Don't worry, Princess Luigi and Neo climbed that mountain before you could say spaghetti and meatballs Before we continue.

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  • Number one Pokemon This anime has transcended it's video game source, becoming one of the most popular and beloved franchises of all time.

  • The success of this program cannot be overstated.

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  • It is aired over 1000 episodes since its inception in April of 1997 over one year after the Japanese release of Pokemon Red and blue.

  • Both the show and the video games complement each other wonderfully, with each essentially serving as an advertisement for the other, creating a perpetual loop of popularity and relevance.

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  • The show also helped popularize anime in both the North American and European markets.

  • It remains incredibly popular to this day, proving that Pokemon is one of those once in a lifetime pop culture extravaganzas.

  • Yeah, I've fallen in the mood for more awesome gaming content.

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