Awesome Videos

In anticipation of the release of the Oculus Rift VR headset, Nathan Andrews made a Half-Life 2 mod with head- and weapon tracking. The mod is free, but his makeshift VR system is not for newbies.

(NSFW: Language) Jon and Al Kaplan’s latest musical scores more points for its impression of Alan Rickman’s accent in the orignal Die Hard than for its melody. Stick around for a special bonus.

This hilariously bad performance of “I’ll Be Back” from a 1991 Top of the Pops deserves at least one viewing, if nothing more than to be thankful that Schwarzenegger himself wasn’t there to sing.

We’ve always assumed the main reason that robots are in factories was to reduce labor costs. But after watching this clip of the Stäubli TP80, you’ll realize our future masters have another major advantage.

We’ve seen a speedy painter work with small canvases and another who uses glue. D. Westry works with a normal-sized canvas and ordinary paint, but he has another trick up his sleeve.

Till Nowak’s short film is a hilarious mockumentary about a group of scientists who created insane amusement park rides that aim to reconfigure people’s brains in order to make them happier.

Do you want to know what the world will be like in the future? Alex Goddard knows. Or at least, we hope his silly animated poem is prophetic. Hover Time! Best watched with headphones on.

Anna Possberg’s dramatic time-lapse of both urban and natural beauty found in the landscapes of Iceland, including some of the most spectacular Aurora Borealis footage we’ve laid eyes on.

When they’re not stunting on their motorcycles, ThoseCrazyTexans are unwisely hanging out on runways. We can’t decide who is crazier in this clip: the people on the ground or the plane’s pilot.

BMX rider Danny Campbell bike-surfs on Wave Rock, a 47-foot-high, 350-foot-long rock shaped like an extreme quarter-pipe in Australia’s Outback. From InfityList.com and mb! by Mercedes-Benz.

From the sound of the siren in the background, we’re guessing the guy in this clip was being chased by the cops, and that’s why he’s in such a rush to order his two sweet teas from Mickie D’s.

(NSFW: Language) Kai the “home-free” hitchhiker went viral with his ebulient interview after he stopped a crazy driver from doing more harm. Of course, the Gregory Brothers made a song out of it.

The music video for Gun-Shy, from Grizzly Bear’s album Shields. If you’ve ever felt insecure and unsatisfied with yourself, you’ll be able to relate to the various images of purging in the video.

It seems like Bill Watterson’s Calvin grew up and became Michael Jamison. Michael lives in South Africa and has a furry friend named Enzo. There’s more of Enzo on Michael’s YouTube channel.

Mr. T returns with a new series of short clips offering advice for everyday problems. Episode 1: Clearing a paper jam. Sure, he’s just shilling his iPhone app, but we’re not gonna argue with him.

(NSFW) The dark humor in Nash Edgerton’s short film is so precious it’s way too easy to spoil, so just watch and enjoy. Starring Edgerton and Teresa Palmer. Watch Jack’s previous misadventure here.

Do you believe that there’s a best way of listening to music? PBS’ Idea Channel doesn’t think so. But instead of comparing the tech behind music media, PBS uses a psychological and philosophical analysis.

Don’t hate on Titus’ shooting form, because he’s got the touch. Watch him display his sharpshooting skills using a variety of shots, hoops and balls. Better watch out, Dude Perfect.

Made entirely of LEGO pieces, Jason Allemann’s clock has three levels – one each to indicate seconds, minutes and hours – that are populated by balls instead of displaying numbers to tell the time.

On 1/30/13, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Chris Hadfield engaged in a live interview with elementary school students, teaching us about living, eating, bathing, and marshmallows in space.

Vimeo user Chester Fielder wanted a doo doo rhyme, so he created a full version of the Wonderful Creative’s Sesame Street x Beastie Boys mashup. You can’t, you won’t and you don’t stop!

If Furbies didn’t freak you out enough already, they will after you watch this hilariously warped take on Japanese commercials from YouTuber MikeDiva. You have been warned.

We can already hear the cries of “fake” but we’re still impressed by this clip of a guy making a full-court basketball shot – with his shirt pulled over his head. (Or his excellent VFX and editing skills.)