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Best of 2016: Movies, Music, Games & YouTube Milestones Review

294 views · Published 30 December 2016 · 21:31 · Indexed 25 September 2026

Channel: Definitely German · 2016 · Education

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In this video I look back at 2016 and share my personal highlights of the year – from movies and music to games and some important YouTube milestones for my channel. ✨

I talk about the films that really stuck with me, the albums that were on repeat, and the games that defined 2016 for me as a viewer, listener and gamer. It’s not meant to be a “definitive” top list, but a personal year in review where I explain why certain releases hit me harder than others.

Along the way I also reflect on what happened on my YouTube channel that year: videos that did surprisingly well, community moments and how pop culture in 2016 influenced the content I created. So if you enjoy nostalgic year-end recaps with a mix of movies, music, games and creator life, this is for you.

You can simply relax and watch it as a throwback to 2016 or use it as inspiration for what to (re)watch, (re)listen to or (re)play next.

If you enjoy this kind of “Best of the Year” content, let me know in the comments which 2016 movie, album or game you loved the most – and whether you’d like to see more year-in-review videos like this.

❓ FAQ
Q: What are some of the best movies of 2016?
A: There’s no single definitive list, but many people talk about award-winning dramas, sci-fi hits and big franchise releases when they look back at 2016; in this video I share which films stood out to me personally that year and why they defined 2016 for me.

Q: What were the big games and albums of 2016?
A: 2016 was packed with major game releases and influential albums across pop, rock and hip hop; in the video I look back at the games and records that shaped my personal 2016 and talk about why they were so memorable at the time.

#BestOf2016 #MovieReview #MusicReview #GamingReview #DefinitelyGerman

Here are the featured links:
► Collaborations Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRdiyAo-09dKpM0vQ4Hn38O6Q-0hv-O4X
► Collab video with Herr Antrim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UVxunvy7-g
► Fan Mail Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iguB_Mmku5w&list=PLRdiyAo-09dKij1CfHwwGYQdgDOOFI_xr&index=10
► Luca's Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPTJi_Xkmz0
► Vlog Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jUuJ5Uqsug&list=PLRdiyAo-09dIrgTEO-RW3kmgrVMNU8izm&index=1
► Metallica - Spit Out The Bone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m46Z0-HXySo
► Steven Wilson - Book Of Regrets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ugi1U9vwmG0
► Haken - 1985: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yW8nBlZZvxM
► Haken - The Architect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ug6_SD3MXwU
► Opeth - Will O The Wisp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kfpnwk-DXrA
► Devin Townsend Project - Failure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPjHUFe4AKk
► Blackfield - Family Man: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KCPdudzz-w

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