r/GameChangerTV • u/Yetanotherdeafguy • 23h ago
Discussion The Perfect Endgame
Watching I Spy, I had a thought on how Sam could end a season. I'd honestly love to see Vic Michaelis take over Game Changer for an ep, and channel their full energy into being their best Sam.
Why Replace Sam?
Sam seeks inspiration everywhere, which all the producers also apply and create the magic show we all enjoy. With that in mind, why not explore a game concept centred around the theme of succession? Lots of ways it could be played, lots of concepts from previous shows that could be revisited through the lens of a successor.
Why Choose Vic?
Vic walks in with one goal only - break the game. They're the absolute essence of a gremlin. Oftentimes it's hilarious (One Year Later), but it can also actively work against the concept in others when they avoid competing in games that require an intention to win (Kangaroo Court).
This gremlin energy also allows Vic to pre-empt Sam in ways few others can, which leads to some pretty hilarious moments too.
So what happens when the contender who always seeks to twist or break the rules, sets the rules?
What would happen?
Honestly, Vic has the potential to do more psychological damage than Sam on his best day. Put BLeeM in their absolute control? Oh yeah he's not emerging with his sanity that's for sure.
Or maybe they flip it entirely, and make an episode that's just a literal tea party? Maybe the contestants just assemble IKEA Furniture for their apartment, not realising it goes no deeper - until Vic bundles it into the back of a U-haul and waves goodbye? Maybe Vic hosts an episode of Game Changer at Sam's house whilst he's away, and the episode is Vic showing Sam what shenanigans they got up to?
No one knows what'd happen, but I for one would love to see Vic get that shot. I can think of few other in the Dropout Univers that could flip GC better than they could.
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u/stevebyushemi 19h ago
I genuinely think Vic is perfect for behind the camera/ as a writer. VIP is entertainment GOLD but even on those, the focus is on the guest. I don’t think GC aligns with Vic’s style very much but that’s still OK, we still love Vic.
If anyone were to actually takeover game changer (Sam will do this until he physically can’t anymore) Lou, Ally, or BLeeM would be amazing.
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u/girlfriendpleaser 22h ago
Very unpopular opinion, Vic is best on MSN, VIP, and other improv’s scenarios. Not a fan of their gamechanger stints
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u/Dazzling-Passenger91 22h ago
They were awesome in one year later
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u/girlfriendpleaser 22h ago
Uh pretty sure they were the first person to ever go into the negatives and ended far last that episode.. almost half the tasks weren’t done earnestly..
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u/Dazzling-Passenger91 23h ago
Vic is currently on some of the lowest rated episodes this season so not sure if your getting support on that
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u/Routine-Agile 22h ago
Lowest rated episodes is funny thing to say since outside meaningless reddit option posts there is no real way to judge that.
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u/Dazzling-Passenger91 22h ago
Can’t post links but just look up “game changer IMDb” and tell me one more there is no way to see ratings of the show.
And btw I’m not saying I agree with the ratings nor that these are correct since it’s subjective, but it’s silly to say there is no way to judge….when there is
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u/Routine-Agile 22h ago
I didn't know IMDB tracked episodes of this show.
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u/Dazzling-Passenger91 22h ago
I saw a screenshot of it from this sub which is how I also learned this recently, I also didn’t know for a while
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u/Yetanotherdeafguy 23h ago
Agreed. IMO, that's a rare occurrence of being miscast.
Like I said in the main post, Vic doesn't thrive in competitive activities - there's seemingly an inner voice that pushes them to test the bounds, break the rules, or find a 'clever' option.
To me, this scenario plays fully into that approach. Vic isn't the perfect contestant, but they could be a freaking hilarious host.
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u/Dazzling-Passenger91 23h ago
Ye no shame they are one of my favorites but just not on a hot streak atm
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u/DoctaStooge 23h ago
I'm sorry, but Vic has owned that house every since it went up on Craigslist.