Every Version of Klonoa: Door to Phantomile | Unapologetic 

One thing the Wii version has above other versions are the new levels, which are very easily missed. When playing in mirror mode, each level has a hidden portal which will lead to a new challenge area. These were incredibly difficult but I loved them. Outside of that one aspect I’d say Phantasy Reverie is much better in most regards. Although the collision with the wind bullet is much more precise and the timing is less forgiving than the other versions, which makes it more difficult. So really the ps1 version is still the best. But I’d imagine the visuals would be off putting for most modern audiences.

Dude, _please_ talk about all the stuff you're passionate about, it's what I'm here for.

I'm so happy to see Klonoa again. It's definitely one of those series that sorely needs more love and content.

I went on a bit of a Klonoa kick last year, looking into the game’s development, character design, etc. So imagine my surprise when a few months ago you started talking about how underrated it was. It’s always interesting to hear about (relatively) little known things that people love. Always nice to see another Nick’s sNacks segment too. No fire is a nice added bonus to getting ready in the morning. Have a great day/night!

I've yet to play Reverie Series, but I've played the handhelds. They're smartly designed little platformers, but Klonoa's ultimately known for it's 2.5D. So I'm interested to see how the series holds up with fresh paint one of these days (broke atm lol)

Never expected to see Kohta Takahashi featured in this video or even knew he worked on this games music, he's the composer of one of my favorite game ost's Ridge Racer Type 4 and honestly just some of my favorite songs in general. If you liked his work in this game I recommend checking out his other stuff

Okay, time to see what this game everyone’s talking about on Twitter is

I didn't realize there was a Demo on the Switch Store until last night, so I tried it. this game is so much better than I expected.

I remember seeing ads for Klonoa on the Wii in Nintendo Power and Gamestop when I was a kid. I thought it looked cool and fun, but I never ended up getting it. I finally got a chance to play it with the Phantasy Reverie Collection, and I’ve already fallen in love.

I started the series on Wii, up until then Klonoa was just a Symphonia costume to me. I went really hard on the series, tracked down physical copies of 2 for the PS2, the first GBA game, read the web comic, joined a fan community, the whole 9 yards. I'm always happy to see it back. I went out of my way to import a physical copy for the Switch this time too.

Klonoa was never about how you play the game but it was the story that it wanted to tell visually and cut scenes Klonoa didn't do well originally not because it was bad game, it is good game you can believe that Klonoa was created in time when it had to race with other mascots In so called "Mascot war" in PS1 era time, facing against titans like Mario, Sonic, Rayman, Spyro, Crash you name few So you can guess what happened to minor mascot characters after Mascot war, they either just had to shut things down or believe in future and hope game had cult following It is good to see Klonoa back, i bought Phantasy Reverie series moment it came live Music in Klonoa is amazing Look up Vision 6-2 ost, you can thank me later about that Joka was good joke character first but later turned tables and showed his true colors being tactical and extremely cruel individual This is amazing way of showing character building, not many games does this with their joke characters that even "minor" characters become major threats You can go and look then you will notice this because there aren't many If no one hasn't played it yet, i highly recommend buying it Steam or any console of your choice You won't regret it Just ignore Wii versions existance when even OG creators and Namco wants ignore it with rest of fan base

The reason why the Wii version's audio wasn't used for the cutscenes in the remaster is because the dialogue is different in the Wii one. Klonoa doesn't talk nearly as much. I would have preferred if they'd rerecorded all of it again, but it's understandable why they didn't (and I think it's worth it for how good Klonoa's VA's delivery is in that final CG cutscene... you know what I'm talking about), and it's worth not having the gutted script. I wish instead of the shitty pixel filter they'd made a cel shading filter. There's a reason why Klonoa 2 looked like that on the PS2, and it's a shame there's no sign of that artstyle anywhere in it.

The one thing I remember most about the Wii-make was, during the first run, you could get a coupon for some place called 'Wahoo' or something, I kid you not. It was the silliest thing.

Happy to see you cover this franchise! I've had some intrest in Klonoa, so thanks for giving the series a space in the line light

I personally think klonoa is possibly a mix of all 3. A cat, bunny, and dog. I think it would make sense since his speices can't exactly be matched to just one animal.

Nick forgot to mention the Wiimake bumps Klonoa’s hit points from 6 to 10

Glad to see you covering these games, they deserved MUCH better than they got in their previous runs.

Was a very enjoyable watch. Always nice to hear you passionate no matter the subject. Also, yes this video has convinced me to check out the game. So thank you also for that

iam really glad that you are making Klonoa videos. I really want more and more people to play this series, and there is no better time then now to experience it with the new collection. The video was great btw, and god bless you for making it.

Where the fuck are my sparkles.

Joka is the way Joker is pronounced and written in Japanese. So changing the character’s name to Joker in English makes sense. Of course keeping it as Joka is also good for stylization purposes.

I'm so looking forward to you talking about Klonoa 2. KingK openly cried when Phantasy Teverie was revealed during the Feburary 2022 Nintebdo Direct. Since Klonoa 2 is his all-time favorite video game and currently working on a video for it.

Wahoo! I'm excited to watch this. I can already tell it's gonna be amazing because it's Nick and it's Klonoa

I picked it up on your recommendation on steam. I've only done the first 2 visions so far, but it's already growing on me. Looking forward to more videos on this series.

I was about to ask about Lunatea's Veil, but then I wasn't sure if you wanted to mention a divide of the Phantom game, or this other. Either way, I wonder what their initial timeline is

I didn't even know this released but thanks to this, I have wishlisted it! I can't wait to get some money and check it out. Let's get Klonoa off the ground! Honestly does look fun though. Great video per usual

Hope you do Luntea’s Veil soon! As well as the GBA titles!

Ah, one of the first Klonoa videos I had ever watched... Like, no joke, this was among the earliest Klonoa videos I had watched back when I joined the fandom in 2022. And after all this time, I still think the review is quite solid. Here's hoping you'll eventually get around to doing more Klonoa content on top of the usual Sonic stuff, Nick!

Played this game for the first time the other day. I ADORE the world, the way the levels wrap around in crazy was, and the music!! The music is one of the greatest in gaming. The use of soft synthesizers give it a dream like quality. Fitting.

Thanks for this. I played this game back in 2016 I believe on my PS3. Definitely an unforgettable experience. I remember we were experiencing a super intense thunderstorm one day and I played it all day throughout it. Good memories. My favorite track is Cursed Pamela. Cheers Nick !

Hewpow's voice actress from the Wiimake would later go on to voice Blaze the cat and Omochao.

WaWHO THE F*CK ARE YOU ?! That line got me

Honestly, I only knew about the Klonoa series through some demos of Klonoa 2. Stepping Wind was a bop when I first heard it in that trailer, I played it each time I booted up that demo disc.

"Wow! It's not on fire!" PLEASE tell me somebody else thought of Homer being Mr. Burns' butler.

Klonoa lore , Here we go I’m ready to for some lore and eventually be hook to the series

I got and played the Fantasy Reverie Series day one, and loved it.

I love how the Klonoa discord server keeps thinking your avatar in the thumbnail is an inflated Ben 10

I played it a week ago for the first time and honestly, I loved it! Almost made me cry and that is something that is almost impossible to do unless I actually love it. Takes me back to the Ori series. When I play Klonoa 2 soon, I’ll be watching you talk about it! Now I’m a big fan and looking into what I missed since I wasn’t even born! In short, highly recommend to everyone!

Dude Namco is on a roll! First Klonoa and now Pac-Man World! I can't believe they're actually doing something other than releasing variations on the original arcade Pac-Man again.

HEY! YOU LEAVE MY CHAIN SMOKER SONIC ALONE!! 😂😂😂 Jokes aside I cried tears of pure happiness to see this floppy eared, ring toting traveler of dreams return in such a heartfelt glory. Thanks Nick.

Dude Nick… I cannot tell you how many times I’ve watched this. It’s actually my favorite video that you’ve put out, and is a refreshing break from all the Sonic content. Even as a huge new Sonic fan, we can all use a break from the blue groundhog every now and then. So… wah-who the f**k do you think you are for not talking about Klonoa more?!?? I’m kidding, but for real my interest in these games and other versions have peaked because Klonoa looks so fun to play! I’ll definitely be on the hunt for an original PS1 copy for my collection.

thanks for giving klonoa the love he deserves

37:20 I get big “here’s what spider man would look like running in a game boy color” vibes from this filter lol

6 minutes without an inflation joke. Klonoa review world record.

I'm so happy to see you talk about Klonoa and even more happy to know you're gonna make more videos about it! Thank you so much!

I only now heard the Wii version’s audio, and never in my life would I look at Klonoa and think “Yeah, make ‘im sound like Sonic!”

I'm so happy that the Phantasy Reverie Series brought me into this fanchise. The Community is so awesome.

26:30 Klonoa: Unleashed. Make it happen SEGA!

23:55 I’d love more demakes on port-able

I recently just happened to stumble upon empire of dreams in a list of free games in a GBA emulator and ive been absolutely hooked on this little creature, I thought he was just some cash grab sonic knockoff at first and i did not expect it to be so genuinely good. Every video i watch about these games always talks about how they adored them for years but ive somehow just completely missed it, he doesnt even look vaguely familiar to me ive just straight up never heard of Klonoa in my entire life. with me being a massive Sonic fan since i was a child and the huge overlap of the Klonoa and Sonic fandoms Im honestly shocked ive never heard of it until like 2 days ago.

I am delighted to discover you actually acquired that jacket in real life

My goodness I wasn't expecting you to start with Untamed Heart in the background, It truly did sent chills down my spine

Been waiting soooo long for you to get to this one!

Never heard of this franchise but I’m intrigued

Recently finished both games on the collection and really excited to watch videos about them without fear of spoilers.

You know, I actually forgot you weren't exclusively a Sonic Channel. I just have one thing to say to that... *_Wahoo!_* But seriously, I love Klonoa, so seeing you review this is exciting.

I dunno how popular this game was in the UK, but I used to play it all the time as a kid, it was one of my fav PS1 games in the 90s growing up. I still remember when the Wii remake was announced and how hyped I was for it, but no local game store had any pre-orders for it, so I had to order it online 😹 times were different!

I knew there was something funny whenever i’d check for Klonoa on the EShop. Literally nothing came up until the very day of release. An also as mentioned no physical editions were ever brought to the states. I don’t believe BandaiNamco ever had any hope for this game in North America.

6:23 I... Think that might be actually inspired by dig-dug... not the dark side of the internet.

So the reason I found this game is because I did a risky trade with kid at my a school. I had n64 and he had a bootleg PlayStation from the Philippines or something. His uncle got him like 300 games because they were all just pirated and only cost like 2-5 bucks. I ended up with like 40 Bootleg PS1 games in the trade lol. I found Klonoah and it instantly captured me with its into. Funny thing is that it was all in Japanese with no option for English. But it didn’t matter. The emotion from the voice totally communicated enough to keep me going. I even teared up at the ending. I didn’t have a memory card so I had to beat the game In One sitting. But I didn’t care. I loved playing the game from beginning to end. One of my favorite platforms of all time. Nice to see someone else giving it some love.

Ok this probably doesn't mean anything but the fact that he keeps mentioning Ristar in the video makes me excited

Well my mind was blown the second I turned this video on. Always happy to be a part of this channel.

26:22 Oh hey it's Aero! Funny enough when I was doing Konoa and Pokemon crossover drawings, I actually made this design be his own character, who's the older brother of Klonoa since they look very similar. But I gave him some uniqe things, such as the ears are for hearing much farther, and that he's a very skilled jumper.

He actually has the jacket... that actually rocks.

As someone new to klonoa and just got the phantasy reverie series i love the game along with its artstyle and music and im hoping to see more klonoa games

24:57 you know you didn’t have to💀💀💀

I loved playing klonoa on the ps3, before I knew that the game was actually a Port from the ps1. The graphics, despite their simple nature, had me enamoured in the game. That opening cutscene is lovingly kept in my head, heart, and soul till the day I die and I think of it as one of the best examples of CGI being put to the test despite now knowing of its age. The grab mechanic is one of my favorite ways of tackling problems in a game. Call me blinded by nostalgia, but I think of og klonoa as a f$+king masterpiece.

I absolutely cannot get over the chef’s hat

Can’t wait for the Klonoa 2 video

I remember due to the fact that this game was as old as it is that I couldn't play it but kept seeing it thinking it was a Sonic spin off game, so happy I was wrong, I watched World of Longplays, longplay the game so I've seen it and then wanted to play it but again I couldn't, until today, eventually, I'm working on it.

I'm looking forward to playing this. Gonna import a physical on switch from playasia. Klonoa was a game series i knew of from a young age without ever owning it myself. It stuck out hardcore to me, seeing it at a fellow kid's house over twenty years ago. I think it was the second title i saw. Great video nick!

FINALLY SOMEONE KNOWS THIS UNDERRATED FRANCHISE :,D

LETS GOO! I’m happy you doing this

Bandai Namco was literally like "Well, American fans didn't liked it, so let's aim for Europe".

I'm so happy I waited for this video, thank you!!

I just bought this game on steam and then...BAM, this vid pops into my feed

I have Klonoa on PS1 and 2 on PS2. The first one for me is such a touching and beautiful game. It’s so good to see the little guy getting a revival of sorts here, I’ll have to be sure to get the Phantasy Reverie series soon just to support this! Great video, made me laugh!!

A Clemps reference in a Game Apologist episode? Now I kinda wanna see a little crossover of some sort lol.

GOOSE SHIRT. GOOSE SHIRT.

I always love seeing people talk about this series! And with the Phantasy Reverie Series out, it's done me good to see newcomers play through these classics for the very first time!

Fun fact; my gf and I were literally going to get a subscription to Magic Spoon this coming Wednesday and was actually talking about this yesterday just to have you be sponsored by them.

Me see a new colorful platformer I've not played... Welp I know what game I'm saving for next

i've never heard of this game until i saw a couple people talking about it on twitter!!! it looks absolutely adorable and a lot of fun!! I'll totally give it a try!

This kind of looks like it's up my alleyway thanks for showing this amazing game off

Bro you gotta chill with this fish aight, don’t make me get the spray bottle

Brother Nick -- thank you for creating this video. I'm a huge PS1 head and Door To Phantomile has been on my list for many years, but any CIB copies in decent shape are just going for way too much. I saw the other day that this game was finally reissued for PS4/PS5 and wondered how good the port is. How convenient that the mighty Game Apologist has everything I need to make an informed decision! All my best!

I already did my part Hell I even bought the DLC to boost Klonoa to get back up before he gets taken to Shadow World again

-More Funky little clown creatures to add to the circus. Yippe!-

For goodness sake even your cereal bowl is GREEN

Nick, I'd like to thank you and wayne for making me fully interested in this game. Got the phantasy reverie series last week and now klonoa 2 is my 3rd favorite game of all time.

24:28 time-stamping this because Its funny as *HWURMP*

I have to say one of the most best underrated games !

Even away from Sonic ya just gotta cover the kinky shit huh Nick? What's next, talking about Gex trying to get his own Bond Girl?

I remember playing the demo once

Imagine them selling two games for the price of $40 with no bugs * Glares intensely at Sonic Colors Ultimate

Don't worry, bought it on release. I've wanted to give the game a shot ever since I saw it as a kid in the kiosks at K-mart and Kay-Bee.

It would've been neat if the game did the same thing the NiGHTS into Dreams remaster on PC did by letting you swap between, SPECIFICALLY, the OG and remastered visuals. Like, in this game's context they'd both still use the new dialogue, but all the levels would be given their PS1 models and all the characters/enemies would use pre-rendered sprites (with the exceptions of most bosses). The game itself would still retain the remake's gameplay quirks and whatnot, but with the older graphics.

Close enough in design to a Sonic character to bait the weirdos that actively avoid anything not about the hog on this channel

I need that Game Apologist drippy merch asap

I originally was introduced to Klonoa through Mike Matei of Cinemassacre. The game had my attention, the review was glowing for the most part, I was hooked on the idea of owning it. So I got it via the PS3 store and the rest is history. I became a Klonoa fan in my sophomore year of high school and I will never regret it.