The Monito’s 20th Episode: From Television to Video Games and Books
Summary
In this 20th episode of The Monito, host Peter Rubin talks about the return of popular TV shows and a new video game and book that are worth checking out. He praises the comedy shows “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and “The League” for their unique take on a group of friends and how they wreak havoc on their surroundings. He also recommends the new game “Dishonored” for its imaginative gameplay, and the book “Marvel Comics: The Untold Story” for its extraordinary insight into Marvel Comics’ history.
Table of Contents
- Night of Comedy: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and The League
- The New Game: Dishonored
- The New Book: Marvel Comics: The Untold Story
Night of Comedy: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and The League
Rubin talks about two popular comedy shows, “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and “The League,” which are returning for new seasons. He praises the shows for their unique take on a group of friends who have known each other for years and wreak havoc on those around them. He assures viewers that the comedy is smart despite lowbrow humor, and speaks highly of the show’s believability.
The New Game: Dishonored
Rubin recommends the new game, “Dishonored,” from Bethesda Softworks, for Xbox, PS, and PC. He describes the game as a first-person stealth adventure game where players take on the role of an assassin in a plague-ridden town with magical powers in the early 20th century. He assures players that they can choose to kill or not kill anyone and possess animals, teleport and use gadgets throughout the game. He commends the game’s imaginative gameplay and encourages gamers to give it a try.
The New Book: Marvel Comics: The Untold Story
Rubin praises Sean Howe’s “Marvel Comics: The Untold Story” for its outstanding coverage of Marvel Comics’ history. He highlights the remarkable reporting that went into the book, including conversations and atmosphere reenactment during creative projects. He highly recommends the book for comic fans or anyone with an interest in comic history.
Conclusion
Rubin ends the episode by reminding viewers to email their comments and criticism to themonitoratwired.com. He thanks viewers for tuning in, encourages them to check out the recommended TV shows, game, and book, and signs off with an inspirational catchphrase.
