Welcome to the Rkaydz Collection!Tonight, we induct the motion-sensing phenomenon that changed who belonged in gaming — and shattered a few TVs along the way. This is the Nintendo Wii (Black Variant), functionally complete with stand, manual, and accessories — just missing its original box. A relic of living room revolutions and unexpected physics.From High School Musical to Casino Royale, and the rise of YouTube in 2006, we look back at a console that dared to wave — literally. Featuring stories of flying Wiimotes, destroyed light fixtures, and Nintendo’s rubberized response.#Wii #NintendoWii #Wiimote #VideoGameHistory #Rkaydz🔔 Subscribe and follow our journey through video game history: https://www.youtube.com/@Rkaydz?sub_confirmation=1🎟️ Learn about Rkaydz Video Gaming Museum: https://www.rkaydz.comFollow us:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rkaydz/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rkaydzgamesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rkaydzgames/X/Twitter: https://x.com/rkaydzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rkaydzgaming📜 **Credits and Sources:** - Created by Corey A. Burkes- Music composed by Liam Bradbury- Produced by DesktopEpics Entertainment- Visuals by Higgsfield AI | Google Veo- Audio Developed with Elevenlabs🎥 Credits and SourcesNintendo Wii Launch Trailer (2006) – Footage courtesy of Nintendo Co., Ltd.Daniel Powter – “Bad Day” – Daniel Powter YouTube ChannelCars (2006) – Pixar / Walt Disney PicturesFantastic Four (2005) – 20th Century FoxFantastic Four (2025) – Marvel StudiosSuperman (2025) – Warner Bros. / DC StudiosHigh School Musical (2006) – Disney ChannelCasino Royale (2006) – MGM / Columbia PicturesThe Devil Wears Prada (2006) – 20th Century FoxHeroes (2006) – NBCUniversalDexter (2006) – Showtime NetworksYouTube Interface (2006) – Internet ArchiveMySpace Segment – Faded Vault YouTube ChannelWii Remote Jacket Review – CGRundertow – “Wii Remote Jacket Accessory Review”Wii Condom Clip – Michael Kwan – “Wii Remote Jacket, aka Wii Condom” / Beyond the RhetoricHSN Clip – Footage courtesy of HSN – Home Shopping NetworkWBAL-TV Clip – WBAL-TV / Hearst Television YouTube Channel

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Tonight, we induct a rare and rebellious artifact from 1982: the ColecoVision Expansion Module #1 — a bold piece of hardware that dared to play its rival's games. This slightly worn module may not look like much, but it represents one of the most radical acts of compatibility in video game history.

While Atari and Coleco were battling for dominance, this expansion module broke the rules. It allowed ColecoVision owners to play Atari 2600 cartridges directly — without modding, emulation, or apology. A silent treaty, forged in plastic.

In this episode, we explore the era of Thriller, TRON, Cheers, and the dawn of digital media — and celebrate an artifact that quietly reshaped the console landscape.

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• Produced by DesktopEpics Entertainment
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Welcome back to the Rkaydz Museum — where reverence meets retro.

Today, we induct three stunning examples of modern toy craftsmanship: the Jakks Pacific Mario (2023), Princess Daisy (2024), and Ice Luigi (2024) collectible figures. Born in the wake of The Super Mario Bros. Movie’s billion-dollar success, these figures don’t just represent characters — they honor legacy.

From Jakks Pacific’s roots in the toy industry to Nintendo’s shift toward display-worthy merchandise, we explore how action figures evolved into museum-quality artifacts. These aren’t just toys… they’re tangible nostalgia molded in plastic and painted with precision.

👑 Join us as we inspect every sculpted detail and induct them formally into the collection. A white-gloved welcome for three ambassadors of the Mushroom Kingdom.

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• Jack Friedman induction footage courtesy of The Toy Association (YouTube)
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• Ukraine conflict coverage via NewsNation (used under editorial fair use)

• Created by Corey A. Burkes
• Music composed by Liam Bradbury
• Produced by DesktopEpics Entertainment
• Visuals by Higgsfield AI | Google Veo
• Audio Developed with Elevenlabs

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rkaydz Museum — where video game history is archived, celebrated, and preserved like never before.

In this premiere episode, we induct something truly unprecedented:
“Secret Level”, the groundbreaking Amazon Prime animated anthology that turned 15 iconic video games into cinematic television events. Produced by Tim Miller (Deadpool, Love Death & Robots) and Blur Studio, and featuring voice legends like Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Kevin Hart, this series boldly proved that gaming stories are worthy of the screen.

From Dungeons & Dragons to Warhammer 40K, Armored Core to Pac-Man — each episode celebrates the rich emotional and artistic potential of video game worlds.

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• Hands-on footage by Sir SuitnHands
• Produced by DesktopEpics Entertainment
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Secret Level trailers and promo stills courtesy of Amazon Prime Video
Dune: Part Two footage courtesy of Legendary Pictures / Warner Bros.
Inside Out 2 courtesy of Pixar / Disney
The Bear courtesy of FX / Hulu
Baby Reindeer and Nobody Wants This via Netflix
Shogun via FX / Hulu
Helldivers 2, Astro Bot, Black Myth: Wukong trailers via their respective publishers

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Today, we ceremonially induct Onimusha: Warlords — the legendary PlayStation 2 title that merged Capcom’s mastery of horror with the mythic drama of samurai cinema. Released in March 2001, this game redefined the action-adventure genre with its blend of supernatural battles, Sengoku intrigue, and the unforgettable Samanosuke Akechi.

Developed by the minds behind Resident Evil, Onimusha brought us demonic warlords, cinematic swordplay, and an innovative critical hit system that rewarded precise combat timing. Over two million copies sold, countless lives sliced, and one resurrected Nobunaga later... this is a relic that demands reverence.

The disc and manual inducted today are pristine — a white-glove masterpiece of early 2000s design. Season One concludes with this powerful addition to the archive.

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• Script written by the Rkaydz Editorial Team with assistance from ChatGPT (OpenAI) and finalized through human editorial review.

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Today, we induct not one — but two legendary peripherals from the world of Mario Kart: the Hori Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro Mini and the Pro Deluxe edition. Released alongside Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in 2017, these wheels brought arcade-style racing into homes with playful design and surprising precision.

From the lightweight, lap-friendly Mini to the full-scale Deluxe with pedals and suction mounts, Hori delivered immersive options for all types of players. Together, they represent a moment where Nintendo fun met engineering flair — bridging the gap between couch gaming and serious competition.

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• Narration by ElevenLabs
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The Fireball Instruction Manual for the Atari 2600 — a relic from 1982 that guided players through one of the system’s most intense Breakout-style challenges.

Published by Arcadia Corporation and designed for use with the Starpath Supercharger, Fireball featured five fiery game modes, from “Firetrap” to “Cascade.”

This manual — now safely housed in our archive — showcases crisp illustrations, gameplay strategies, and the enduring charm of early video game literature.

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