Summary Patch released about 15 minutes ago seems to have shored up the FPS as well good news! Not an amazing game. But really enjoyable and really excellent control and a very interesting world space for me. If you are not a fan of these kinds of games though, then your not going to suddenly be one. But 6-8 hours at this price aint bad for this game. Also for fans the youtube gaming side has the new paypal/youtube membership link if you don't want to do patreon gaming.ru-vid.com/show-UCK9_x1DImhU-eolIay5rb2Q
I have a question for you. What's your take on the HUD? I ask because I spoke with the devs on discord and RU-vid and I told them I didn't like it as it doesn't fit the aesthetics of the game world and looks very bland. Do you have an opinion of this?
I don't really see the Abzu / Journey comparisons from gameplay yet, but I've been keeping an eye on this game for a while now and can't wait to try it out tomorrow and find out more, thanks for the great video!
I was wondering about this too - It doesn't really seem to have the Journey/Abzu anagle as far as I can tell, though I only watched the review footage. At the very least, it looks like if it is there, there's other aspects from other genres/sub-genres that appear to be more prominent than the "moody/atmospheric walking simulator" that has come to define Journey/Abzu. If you get further in and think his assessment is right in this regard (or confirm that it's mostly malarkey), you should respond to this Comment a bit down the line when you play it some more. I'm definitely always on the lookout for another Journey/Abzu clone (*Glances over at Bound with VR support*), but I dunno' if this game fits the bill...
I really liked the addition of how you think other people might perceive things differently than you. This truly feels like you're going in the right direction for reviews in general! Keep up the good work
this isnt my type of game but. i just wanted to let you know i subbed about a year ago after watching you witcher 3 review, where i said when i can finally patron "you will be the first i will" just letting you know that has not changed. sorry RU-vid has become so toxic to content creators but keep doing you!
ACG I know this is your full time job but you can spit out 2 or 3 games in a few days. You should have taken some time off during the summer but I guess the summer has passed.
Yeah; I spent 7 hours on this yesterday and still find myself with so much to do and enjoy, only having barely obtained grapple and all the collectables I've come across, yet I'm still missing a lot, so I don't really think it's fair to say it's an 8-hour game, but whatever. Still wondering wether I should craft the green or purple ruined I have schematics for first, after I get one more Corrupted Butterfly.
I always respect a dev for trying new things, this will make them better in the long run, especially since it seems like they succeeded with this one. Thanks for the review Karak!
Best video game review channel on youtube hands down. Interesting and vivid as well as comical but believable most of all. I also appreciate the choice of games reviewed as it brings games I may never have seen to my attention. Whether its a game I'm considering purchasing or just to hear your take on "insert title" definitely never leave disappointed.
Would love if you had a chance to review Darkwood, I know so many folks are tired of the survival horror genre but it really does a good job of changing it the slight bit to make it feel new and fresh, even more so since the horror is based around the theme, sound and story rather then jump scares.
I know, right? I really hope Runic will go back to T3, imagine what they can pull off for this gen considering the jump up in scale and quality from T1 to T2!
I live right across the street from their studio and about a month ago I saw Joseph at a coffee shop and asked them if Torchlight 3 was a thing. He looked right at me and smiled and said "well, for now, let's just say it's not not a thing." True story.
After the debacle that is Torchlight mobile I can see them wanting to eventually bring a little respect back to their maligned IP. I think they just needed a break from arpg's.
This game has been on my Steam wish list since the beginning. The reason why I hesitate to get this beautiful, original, and well crafted game by a very reputable company is that I don't think I can handle running around alone without fighting for so long (though in the RPGs I play there are other things to interact with). Not a complaint; just what I'm thinking. Great review by the way. Thanks a lot. Bring on Torchlight Frontiers!
I dont know but something about this game's art style seriously pisses me off. I have no idea what it is and have never really felt this way about a game's artstyle or the way one looks. I dont know if it is the camera angle or the shadows or the geometry of the environment or something else, but something seems incredibly off to me, hell my head was aching after just watching the review.
Both Torchlight games are really good, especially the first one. Given Runic Games' success with the Torchlight franchise I have some pretty high expectations when it comes to Hob. The game looks pretty and is vibrant. The controls work really well which is always important in any video game. The camera is an issue as is the game's FPS. There really isn't much when it comes to enemy variety. Despite a few wrinkles, I'm definitely going to give this game a shot. Thanks Karak for another awesome review!
Great review as always. I played a bit of this before work and it seems like it's going to be pretty cool. I didn't know you could have upgrades and I ran into a thing that hints at maybe there's different skins you can choose for your character when you unlock them. Those are always nice features in games. Looking forward to playing it more when I get off!
A shame it's not on the Switch. Just played Steamworld Dig 2 on it, and it's just the perfect machine to play small\indie games on. Craving more indie on the Switch
I'm actually to the point where I'm not going to buy any of these types of games unless they're on the Switch. I have a PS4 and a PC but I think these developers need to start looking at the Switch as a day one place to bring indie titles.
@G-Whiz: You'll be seeing that more often. Multiple indie/smaller developers have stated their games released on multiple consoles, that the switch has made them far more sales, some even making more sales on the switch solely vs every other console/pc they released on. It makes sense honestly with the switch allowing you to play both at home, and on the go. It is the perfect indie hub.
man! I couldn't find a review so I said oh well Im gonna go for it and hope its good, so i bought it and after I downloaded it then! I see your review :( ... I almost didn't watch your review for fear , I thought ... what if it sucks? but then i thought oh well let me watch it and man! im so glad you liked it! great review as always! thank you for taking the time :D ps.. how about a review for "RUINER" ?? :) its also coming out tomorrow so????....
OMG, I had a good laugh at the "where's TL3 bit" LOL. I said that same line the first time I saw the trailer for Hob, glad to see Runic making games but damn I really wish they would have further developed TL2 with an expansion of some sort or a reliable multiplayer experience since the end game was pretty bland forcing you to MOD for Synergies.
How do you always produce these high quality review? The writing is so good. I like how play with your words when describing a certain subject or detail.
*SNAPS* I got it! I finally know which game reviewer you remind me of after watching plus 20 of your reviews. You remind me of Adam Sessler...except with actually something to say about the games you review instead of saying a whole lot of nothing.
Thank you for another great review. I never heard of this game before, but it looks awesome. For some reason, it gives me a bit of a Hyper Light Drifter vibe, and I loved that game, so I'll definitely consider buying this one.
What a great review! Nice job! I downloaded HoB last night and booted it up for a few minutes to see what it looks like and how it controls and I was so bummed I had to go to sleep! I can't wait to sit down with it and give it the time attention it definitely seems to deserve. Also, it sounds like you would absolutely love Rime. If you haven't played it yet, you must!
Oh man, I forgot this was coming out. I never played Journey or Abzu, but they do look beautiful. I'm definitely going to pick this game up though, simply because I have complete faith in the devs and want to support them. If I end up falling in love with this sort of atmospheric puzzler genre, so be it.
I would've NEVER heard about this game if it weren't for this review. This is why I'm glad I'm subbed. Definitely getting this. Titles like these are perfect for me. Thanks.
Awesome review, as always! The game looks like something I would adore. How is the frame rate on PS4 Pro? Rewatched the review but didn't hear you mentioning it.
PLEASE make a Hob / torchlight sort of game where we have the combat and movement of hob with controller support in a modified torchlight world with the loot system, mobs, bosses etc.
Steam and PSN are showing $19.99 for me, not $17.99. I'll get it though. Love these type of games :) Also I know it came out a few weeks ago, but are you going to review Rock of Ages 2? I'd love to hear your opinion on it. :)
"So as you guys know I rate games on a buy, wait for sale, rent, never touch it rating scale" Finally I understand what you are saying 😂, you talk too fast
Why do I have a feeling this game is just an elaborate test of all the tools and mechanics that they will eventually use in Torchlight 3. Cos this game is priced quite reasonably for what you 'experience' and I am left with the feeling that there is a LOT more potential with what they can do with it.
It looks like a nice journey type of game. Also reminds me of Rime and the character looks like out of a Magicka game. Thanks for bringing this game to my attention, and good job on the review, as always!
This has piqued my interest, £13.49 for a bonnie looking 3D puzzle platformer, I can't see anything wrong with that. You've convinced me, I'm buying it when I wake up in the morning. Cheers.
